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 Car Theft Rates Plummet, Surprising New Report Reveals”

August 11, 2026

OTTAWA — Auto thefts have continued trending downward across the country and the number of reported thefts over the first […]

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Toronto Crime

Man charged in voyeurism investigation after woman allegedly filmed at Oakville store

August 13, 2026

A 34-year-old Mississauga man is facing charges in connection with a voyeurism investigation after a woman was allegedly filmed while […]

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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

Montreal to host 2026 UCI Road World Championships September 20-27

August 13, 2026

Montreal is already an internationally recognized bike-friendly city, but next month and for eight straight days world-class cyclists will take […]

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Toronto News

Ontario makes changes to social assistance rules based on immigration status

August 13, 2026

Ontario is enacting new rules for social assistance payments so people without legal immigration status in Canada cannot receive the […]

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Vancouver News

Man Arrested for Stabbing Store Sign with Knife on Granville Street, Faces Weapons Charges

August 12, 2026

A young man, aged 19, has been charged with weapon-related offenses following a disturbance in Vancouver’s lively Granville entertainment district […]

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