Welcome to News Near Here, your trusted source for timely and impactful coverage from Canada’s major urban centres—Montreal, Toronto, and Vancouver. We bring you the latest headlines across politics, culture, and community life, with a dedicated spotlight on crime stories that shape public safety and justice in our cities. Whether it’s breaking news, local developments, or in-depth crime reporting, we’re here to keep you informed and connected to the pulse of urban Canada. v1.9

Montreal Crime

Ontario’s top court expected to release decision today in Peter Nygard’s appeal

May 15, 2026

TORONTO — Ontario’s top court is expected to release its decision today in the case of former fashion mogul Peter […]

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Toronto Crime

Police ask for help identifying man wanted in alleged Port Lands assault

May 20, 2026

A suspect is wanted in connection to an assault in the Port Lands that happened last October. Toronto police say […]

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Vancouver Crime

Ontario’s top court expected to release decision today in Peter Nygard’s appeal

May 15, 2026

TORONTO — Ontario’s top court is expected to release its decision today in the case of former fashion mogul Peter […]

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News Stories

Montreal News

Boucherville man facing sex assault charges involving minors

May 20, 2026

The Sûreté du Québec (SQ) says 25-year-old Xavier Réhel, of Boucherville, Que., is facing charges in connection with a series […]

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Toronto News

Ford government looking for company to build ‘observation wheel’ at Niagara Falls

May 20, 2026

The Ford government is pushing to add a major attraction to Niagara Falls, but not everyone is on board with […]

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Vancouver News

Woman won’t receive damages related to stress of returning jeans, rules resolution tribunal

May 20, 2026

A woman has sought compensation — unsuccessfully — from a luxury Canadian department store after a dispute over returning a […]

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