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

Second Southern Georgian Bay OPP officer charged with sexual assault this week

August 18, 2026

Ontario’s police watchdog says a provincial police officer was arrested and charged with sexual assault, a day after another officer […]

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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 Victoire’s youth hockey clinic helps young players build skills

August 19, 2026

Young hockey players are getting a rare opportunity on the ice in DDO in Montreal’s West Island. The Montréal Victoire […]

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Toronto News

Tempo fall to Clark, Fever for 11th straight loss

August 19, 2026

Kelsey Mitchell led all scorers with 29 points as the Indiana Fever held on for a 101-95 win over the Toronto Tempo on Tuesday. […]

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Vancouver News

Alexandra Lodge, a gold rush-era landmark, survives B.C. wildfire

August 19, 2026

HELLS GATE — The owners of the gold rush-era Alexandra Lodge in southwestern B.C., are celebrating news that the landmark […]

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