Investigation into Maplehurst jail continues + Why survivors are pushing for restorative justice

Toronto Star

09-06-2025

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Here's the latest on the investigation into Maplehurst Jail, the push to bring back restorative justice for sexual assault survivors and a housing program for the city's homeless that's undergoing some changes.
Also, things are looking up for Canada-India relations, after Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi accepted Prime Minister Carney's invite to the G7 summit in Alberta. Here's what we know.
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Maplehurst officials told investigators footage of their crackdown on inmates was lost
Officials said the footage was lost due to 'technical' issues. An internal investigation alleges otherwise.
Judge slams jail guards' 'disgusting and gross' treatment of prisoners at Maplehurst Correctional Complex in Milton
These sexual assault survivors are pushing Ontario to allow restorative justice
Here's why survivors want Ontario to allow restorative justice, and how the process works.
In charged cross-examination, defence suggests woman demanded sex with Hockey Canada players
Infantilized. Re-traumatized. Silenced: Why Ontario won't give these sex assault survivors what they want
A housing program helping the city's homeless was cut in half
The program's targets are being reduced from 350 units a year to 175. Here's why.
Bullet holes, drug dealer takeovers, mould and struggling tenants. What it's like living in one deeply troubled Toronto public housing complex.
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Immigration consultant Kubeir Kamal said married applicants have 'historically' submitted applications with 'non-accompanying' spouses to gain an advantage but it's become more common.
Kubeir Kamal
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Allan Woods: Why some Canadians are alarmed by Mark Carney's pledge to act with urgency.
Mark Carney will make a defence announcement today as NATO eyes a spending boost. Here's what to expect.
Ukraine said Russia launched the biggest overnight drone bombardment of the war.
A teen is dead after a shooting in Toronto's Weston neighbourhood. Here's what residents said about the incident.
Since last fall, six infants in Ontario were born with congenital measles from unvaccinated mothers.
Her car wash deal was revoked for sharing. Here's why Petro-Canada won't refund the balance.
Bruce Arthur: Here's what the CFL's new commissioner needs to consider ahead of the upcoming season.
Lesley-Anne Scorgie: Here's how to downsize and keep the most money possible.
Here were the surprises and top moments from the 2025 Tony Awards.
Kevin McGran: Here's where Mitch Marner could end up, and how he'd fit in
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander took control as the Thunder beat the Pacers to even NBA Finals.
POV
It's time to talk about what COVID did to Toronto, and to us.
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Juggler Ben Burland entertains the kids.
Richard Lautens/ Toronto Star
NATHAN PHILLIPS SQUARE: Juggler Ben Burland showed off his tricks for SickKids' 150th birthday party on Saturday. Actor Ryan Reynolds, hockey champion Dr. Hayley Wickenheiser and Mayor Olivia Chow were all present for the festivities.
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