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

Quebec lenders fined after Alberta investigation uncovers illegal interest rates, harassment

August 17, 2026

The Alberta government says a provincial investigation has led to several guilty pleas after some Quebec-based lenders allegedly used illegal […]

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Toronto Crime

Police shoot and kill 1 person after North York car crash, SIU investigating

August 22, 2026

Ontario’s police watch dog is investigating after a Toronto police officer shot and killed a man on Saturday afternoon during […]

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Vancouver Crime

Cold Case Reopened: New Breakthroughs in the Decades-Old Mystery of Patrick Santos

August 10, 2026

Toronto Police have finally charged a suspect in the 20-year-old murder case of Patrick Santos, a young man from Scarborough, […]

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News Stories

Montreal News

Customs duties: Fréchette announces two programs to help Quebec businesses

August 22, 2026

Quebec is implementing two new programs for businesses in the province to help them following the failure of trade negotiations […]

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Toronto News

Ford stands by Carney’s decision to walk away from ‘bad deal’ with the U.S.

August 22, 2026

Premier Doug Ford says he stands by Prime Minister Mark Carney and his decision to walk away from what he […]

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Vancouver News

Advance voting begins in North Vancouver—Capilano byelection

August 22, 2026

Advance voting stations are now open in B.C., one of three byelections happening in the country later this month with […]

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