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 man sentenced to 20 years after pleading guilty to terrorism charges

March 27, 2026

An Ontario man who pleaded guilty to three terrorism charges was sentenced Friday to 20 years in prison.  Matthew Althorpe […]

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Toronto Crime

Thieves tracked homeowners’ routines with hidden cameras before break-ins: York police

March 30, 2026

York Regional Police say thieves placed cameras disguised with camouflage on the properties of Vaughan homes they later broke into, […]

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Vancouver Crime

Ontario man sentenced to 20 years after pleading guilty to terrorism charges

March 27, 2026

An Ontario man who pleaded guilty to three terrorism charges was sentenced Friday to 20 years in prison.  Matthew Althorpe […]

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News Stories

Montreal News

Strike at Metro’s fruit and vegetable distribution center

March 30, 2026

An indefinite strike began at 9 a.m. on Monday at Metro, specifically at the fruit and vegetable distribution centre in […]

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Toronto News

Ontario eyes further ban on green development standards, bigger fare evasion fines

March 30, 2026

TORONTO — Ontario is proposing to dramatically increase fines for fare evasion on GO Transit, allow rideshare services in some […]

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Vancouver News

Residents, volunteers, leaders rally in Delta against pause on long-term care project

March 30, 2026

Dozens of Delta residents gathered Sunday to voice their frustrations over the uncertain timeline for what they call a much-needed, […]

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