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

Canada’s invisible youth gang crisis

June 29, 2026

A string of shootings across the Greater Toronto Area are being tied to gun-for-hire networks targeted by vulnerable youth through […]

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Toronto Crime

Sentencing hearing today for women who killed foster son and abused his sibling

July 3, 2026

A sentencing hearing is underway for two Burlington women who abused two Indigenous brothers in their care, killing the oldest. […]

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Vancouver Crime

Canada’s invisible youth gang crisis

June 29, 2026

A string of shootings across the Greater Toronto Area are being tied to gun-for-hire networks targeted by vulnerable youth through […]

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News Stories

Montreal News

IN PHOTOS: Storm rips through Laurentians, Lanaudière amid heat wave

July 3, 2026

Residents of Laurentians and Lanaudière were left to pick up the debris following Thursday’s storm even as the heat wave […]

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Toronto News

Mississauga man arrested after nearly $1M in stolen property recovered

July 3, 2026

A Mississauga man has been arrested after nearly $1 million in stolen property was recovered in connection to a shopping […]

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Vancouver News

Alberta announces partners for new pipeline to B.C. coast; Eby says province won’t fight it in court

July 3, 2026

Alberta Premier Danielle Smith announced Thursday that her government has a route – and builders – for a new pipeline […]

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