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

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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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

Montreal boosts rent assistance program ahead of July 1 moving day

June 29, 2026

With Quebec’s annual July 1 moving day approaching, the City of Montreal is investing an additional $742,500 to expand its Rent Assistance […]

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Toronto News

Interim science centre opens on Toronto waterfront as Ontario Place location is built

June 29, 2026

The interim location of the Ontario Science Centre is now open to the public, as construction gets underway for a […]

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Vancouver News

Canadiens trade longtime forward Brendan Gallagher to Canucks

June 29, 2026

A much-loved Montreal Canadiens forward is on the move. The Canadiens dealt Brendan Gallagher to the Vancouver Canucks, Sportsnet’s Eric […]

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