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CBC
12-08-2025
- Climate
- CBC
Relief from heat, humidity expected for most of southern Ontario
Most of southern Ontario can look forward to some relief from the heat, as cooler air is expected to arrive Tuesday night, said Environment Canada. But that reprieve from the heat may not be shared by the whole region, said a heat warning from the national weather agency. Hot and humid conditions could continue into Wednesday for the Greater Toronto, Hamilton Area and eastern Ontario. In Toronto, daytime temperature highs will be around 33 C with humidity making it feel closer to 41 on Tuesday. Evening lows will be around 22 C. There's also a chance of showers and a risk of thunderstorms expected Tuesday afternoon and evening in Toronto, said the agency's website. On Wednesday, sunny skies with a chance for showers and thunderstorms is expected. The daytime high will be 30 C, but closer to 37 with humidity, and evening temperature lows will be around 18 C in Toronto. WATCH | Toronto surpasses last year's number of heat wave warnings in the first half of the summer: Toronto under 5th heat warning, surpassing last year's total only halfway through summer 14 days ago Environment Canada warns hot, humid air could also lead to worsening air quality. The air quality health index for Toronto was at 3, or "low risk," as of Tuesday morning. People are advised to drink water often, watch for signs of heat exhaustion and to check on those at-risk for heat illnesses, said the weather agency. It also suggests turning on air conditioning, using a fan and staying indoors to limit exposure to the heat. "Heat warnings are issued when very high temperature or humidity conditions are expected to pose an elevated risk of heat illnesses," said Environment Canada's warning on Tuesday. Signs of heat stroke can include red and hot skin, dizziness and nausea.
CTV News
11-08-2025
- Climate
- CTV News
Monday could be the hottest day of the summer in Ottawa
As Ottawa sweats under a heat warning, Monday could be the hottest day of the summer so far, with a high of 35 C in the forecast. The hot, humid weather is anticipated to continue through Tuesday or possibly Wednesday for some areas, according to Environment and Climate Change Canada. 'A cooler air mass is expected to arrive Tuesday night, bringing an end to this heat event. There is the possibility that eastern Ontario and the Greater Toronto and Hamilton Area could see hot and humid conditions continue into Wednesday,' the weather agency says. The forecast for Monday calls for a high of 35 C with a humidex of 43 under a sunny sky. Monday night is clear with a low of 21 C, bringing little relief overnight. Sweltering conditions remain in the forecast on Tuesday, with another high of 35 C and a humidex of 41. There is a slight chance of showers in the late afternoon. Officially, Ottawa has seen 0 millimetres of rain in all of August so far. A brief downpour drenched downtown Ottawa last Thursday, but many parts of the city, inlcuding the Ottawa airport, where rainfall measurements are taken, didn't see a single drop. Wednesday's forecast is cloudy with a high of 30 C and a 30 per cent chance of showers. Thursday's outlook is sunny. Watch for the early signs of heat exhaustion Signs of heat exhaustion may include: Headache Nausea Dizziness Thirst Dark urine Intense fatigue Stop your activity and drink water if you start to develop these symptoms. 'Call 9-1-1 if you, or someone around you, is showing signs of heat stroke which can include red and hot skin, dizziness, nausea, confusion and change in consciousness,' Environment and Climate Change Canada says. 'While you wait for medical attention, try to cool the person by moving them to a cool place, removing extra clothing, applying cold water or ice packs around the body.'
CBC
11-08-2025
- Climate
- CBC
Heat warning still in effect as heat, humidity soars in southern Ontario
Social Sharing A multi-day heat event is set to continue in southern Ontario until Tuesday, and may stick around until Wednesday in some areas, said Environment Canada. Daytime temperatures will peak between 32 to 35 C on Monday, but with humidity it could feel more like 37 to 42, said a heat warning from the national weather agency. Overnight lows on Monday are expected at 20 to 23 C. "A cooler air mass is expected to arrive Tuesday night, bringing an end to this heat event," said Environment Canada's warning. But the heat and humidity may last into Wednesday for the Greater Toronto and Hamilton Area, as well as eastern Ontario, said the agency. Environment Canada warns hot, humid air could also lead to worsening air quality. People are advised to drink water often, watch for signs of heat exhaustion and to check on those at-risk for heat illnesses, said the weather agency. It also suggests wearing light-coloured clothing and limiting exposure to the heat. Signs of heat stroke can include red and hot skin, dizziness and nausea. Over 500 spaces across Toronto
National Post
31-05-2025
- Business
- National Post
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Globe and Mail
26-05-2025
- Politics
- Globe and Mail
Annual Walk With Israel held Sunday
As more than 55,000 people participated in the 56th Annual Walk With Israel event in Toronto on Sunday, pro-Palestinian protesters lined part of the route. The event, which organizers say is Canada's largest Jewish community gathering, was taking place after a week of redoubled international tension over Israel's war in Gaza. But it remained peaceful despite concerns from organizers and police. 'The Jewish community lives with huge risk to their security every day,' said Sara Lefton, chief development officer at the United Jewish Appeal Federation of Greater Toronto and organizer of Walk With Israel. This was no exception, she added. To back up a substantial police presence, event organizers had enlisted the Jewish Security Network, an independent agency focused on the security needs of the Greater Toronto Jewish community. 'We have a multilayered plan for today,' Ms. Lefton said. The event came almost one week after Prime Minister Mark Carney threatened sanctions against Israel in reaction to the country's renewed military offensive in Gaza. The Gaza Health Ministry says that 3,785 people have been killed in the territory since Israel ended a ceasefire in March, with Israeli strikes killing at least 38 people, including children, in a 24-hour period ending Sunday. On Wednesday, two Israeli embassy staff members were killed in Washington, allegedly by a man who yelled 'Free, free Palestine' when he was arrested. And on Saturday, the Toronto Police Service arrested a 26-year-old city man, who is accused of online death threats against the Israeli community. Donations from the Toronto event will go toward families and communities affected by the violent attack at the Nova music festival, part of Hamas's Oct. 7, 2023, attacks on southern Israel, in which more than 1,200 Israelis were killed and hundreds taken hostage. Omri Kohavi, a survivor from the festival, attended the Toronto event Sunday. 'My mission is to share our story,' Mr. Kohavi said. 'To share our truth. It is not political.' Before the walk began, from a stage at Temple Sinai Congregation of Toronto, rapper Kosha Dillz pumped up the crowd with lines about 'hiding from the enemy' and 'children can't eat school lunches,' referring to students feeling safe at schools. The loudspeakers also blasted the Canadian national anthem. During the walk, the sea of Israel supporters – dressed in white and blue, and carrying Israeli and Canadian flags – was accompanied by a float with a DJ and dance crew. Amit Singh was carrying a sign that 'India for Israel.' Iranians for Israel walked nearby. Some wore bulletproof vests. A sign read: 'Ancient civilizations are united. A new day will rise.' On the side of the road, outside a local synagogue, teenage boys tied tefillin to the arms and heads of passing men. The small black leather boxes contain verses from the Torah. 'The world is so dark,' said Goldie Plotkin, the wife of the synagogue's rabbi. 'This reminds every man who you are … to have charity and to be kind.' To Ms. Plotkin, the walk is a symbol of Jewish defiance in the face of antisemitism. 'You start with the Jews, you're going to be done,' she said. Toward the end of the route – at the intersection of Bathurst Street and Sheppard Avenue – the march passed through crowds of pro-Palestinian protesters, separated by barriers and two lines of police officers. Two armed officers stood on the roof of a building overlooking the intersection. Protesters held signs that read: 'Oppose the Palestinian holocaust.' Some depicted images of starving children. Israel blocked the import of all food, medicine and fuel into Gaza for 2½ months before allowing a small amount to trickle in last week, after experts warned of famine and the state's top allies applied pressure on Benjamin Netanyahu's government. 'When food is politicized, it is illegal,' said Ahmed Jarrar, a Palestinian man and organizer of the protest, adding that it was his duty to peacefully object to the event. Rabbi Dovid Feldman stood among the protesters. He had travelled from New York and was joined by several other Jewish men from Montreal who form the group Jews United Against Zionism. 'We are deeply embarrassed when all this is done in our name. This is not Judaism, and this is not humanity,' he said. A member of the passing crowd yelled 'Fake Jew' at the rabbi. Uri Stramer, 19, stood on the sidelines of the march handing out pamphlets for Mr. Netanyahu's left-wing political opposition. Mr. Stramer was born in Israel but moved to Canada in 2015. His parents could no longer be complicit in the actions of Israel's government, he said. It had been a tough day, he said. People were dismissive and often angry. 'It's a difficult crowd. We exist in a very difficult space.'
