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

The sale of animal cruelty videos is legal in Canada. A Manitoba animal advocacy group wants that changed

March 2, 2026

Earlier this year, two Winnipeg residents were charged after graphic videos surfaced showing acts of animal abuse. And while the […]

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Toronto Crime

Mississauga man, 18, charged in 2 Newmarket shootings at the same home

March 5, 2026

An 18-year-old man has been arrested in connection to two shootings in Newmarket at the same home that injured one […]

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Vancouver Crime

Partner sentenced for indignity to human remains in death of Maple Ridge woman

March 6, 2026

The man who was found guilty of indignity to human remains in connection with the death of a Maple Ridge […]

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News Stories

Montreal News

Laurentians community unites ahead of International Women’s Day

March 6, 2026

Ahead of International Women’s Day, dozens of organizations gathered in Saint Jerome on Thursday for a day of reflection and […]

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Toronto News

Expert warns of incorrect flagging amid OpenAI standard review

March 6, 2026

As the artificial intelligence company OpenAI moves to strengthen its policies and reporting system, a professor at the University of […]

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Vancouver News

Langley RCMP officer injured after police cruiser rollover

March 6, 2026

A Langley RCMP officer is injured after a single-vehicle collision that resulted in a police cruiser being flipped over, Mounties […]

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