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Toronto gets a Nintendo first! Take a look inside Nintendo’s first store-within-a-store in North America, located at EB Games’ flagship at 267 Yonge Street.
The dedicated space brings together Nintendo Switch 2 demos, themed displays, photo opportunities and merchandise. Visitors can also explore the My Mario range, including selected products exclusive to this location in Canada.
For parents who grew up with Mario, it offers a chance to share familiar characters with a new generation. For younger fans, it is another way to discover Nintendo beyond the screen.
Our report explores why Toronto was chosen, how Nintendo connects generations and what this partnership means for the future of game stores. Watch the full video from VNN Canada.
Would you visit for the games, the merchandise or a little Mario nostalgia? Tell us below.
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The statement also makes clear that the proposed closer association falls short of EU membership. Canada is pursuing deeper cooperation while retaining its own political institutions and decision-making. That distinction matters. The case for...
This Canadian AI Company Is Thinking Bigger Than Chatbots
Up to C$1.6 billion. Canada is backing Cohere with a major ambition: build more of the AI technology our businesses and institutions depend on, right here at home.
At the centre is Aidan Gomez, one of the eight researchers behind the Transformer paper that helped lay the foundation for modern generative AI. Now, Cohere is turning that expertise into tools organizations can put to work.
In this episode of Canada Today, we explore Cohere’s technology, its work with Bell and RBC, and what “sovereign AI” actually means—from protecting sensitive information to giving organizations more control over their systems.
We also break down Ottawa’s planned investment, commitments for at least 1,000 new Canadian technical jobs, and Cohere’s international ambitions. The funding is planned in stages, and the commitments still need to be delivered.
Could Cohere help Canada turn its AI expertise into lasting global success? Tell us what matters most: Canadian jobs, better technology, or greater control over our data. Share this with someone who uses AI every day, and subscribe to VNN Canada for more Canada Today.
Sponsors including TD, Pearson Convention Center, Air Canada, Mercedes-Benz Mississauga and other corporate and community partners. More information about the hospital projects and fundraising campaign is available at builtforus.ca. View article
Why Germany Is Pushing Back on Canada’s EU Status
Canada wants a closer relationship with Europe. Germany supports stronger ties—but has challenged the proposed “associate member” label. What is behind the disagreement, and what could it mean for Canadians?
We examine Mark Carney’s European strategy, Friedrich Merz’s position and why a status discussed for Ukraine raises different questions when applied to Canada.
Beyond the diplomatic wording, the stakes include trade diversification, defence cooperation and opportunities for Canadian businesses. What could a deeper partnership deliver beyond the existing CETA trade agreement?
This video separates the proposed membership label from the practical benefits being negotiated. The analysis reflects reporting before the final Montréal summit declaration.
Would closer European ties count as a win without the membership title? Share your thoughts below, send this video to someone following Canada’s future, and subscribe to VNN Canada.
Germany’s pushback has exposed the central test facing Carney’s European strategy: converting political alignment into an agreement whose benefits and obligations are clear. Berlin has endorsed a closer Canadian...
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The next phase can be assessed through concrete results: revenue earned per customer, broadband additions, the profitability of digital services, financing costs and cash generated after investment. Those measures will...
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The public evidence shows governments taking the possibility of severe disruption seriously and asking civilians to play a role in preparedness. It does not establish that a world war is inevitable. The question these...
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Ford Wants Jail Time: The OSAP Allegations Shaking Ontario
Doug Ford wants jail time for anyone proven to have exploited Ontario’s student-aid system. But what do the OSAP allegations actually reveal—and what happened to the students caught in the fallout?
This video examines inspection allegations reported by The Canadian Press, the government’s KPMG audit, its referral to the Ontario Provincial Police, and the consequences of the funding pause affecting private postsecondary institutions.
The schools dispute wrongdoing, and the allegations discussed in the reporting were unproven. A police referral does not establish guilt. We separate the reported allegations from confirmed government actions.
Proven fraud deserves serious consequences. Students and taxpayers also deserve answers about government oversight, earlier warnings and support for people whose education was disrupted.
How should Ontario investigate suspected abuse while protecting honest students? Share your thoughts below and subscribe to VNN Canada for more Canadian news and analysis.
World War 3? Why Governments Are Preparing for the Worst
Nuclear submarines at sea. Families encouraged to keep emergency supplies. Governments planning for disruptions to food, water and electricity. What is behind these preparations—and how worried should we be?
In this World Today report, VNN examines Britain’s submarine headlines, Europe’s civilian preparedness campaigns and the military warnings fuelling fears of World War III.
We explain the difference between preparing for a possible conflict and expecting one to begin. From deterrence to protecting essential services, these preparations serve several purposes—and they do not establish that world war is inevitable.
For Canadians, a wider crisis could affect fuel prices, international shipping, communications and everyday shopping. We explore how those risks reach households and which developments deserve attention. Visuals include illustrative stock and archival footage.
Are these sensible precautions or a sign of growing danger? Share your thoughts below and subscribe to VNN for more World Today coverage.
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There is no need to become an expert before ordering something new. Learn one name, understand one combination and remember what you enjoyed about it. The next time someone suggests South Asian food, you...
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Ford’s call for accountability now sits alongside two unfinished processes: establishing what happened at the institutions under scrutiny and determining how eligible students can continue their education. The court allegations...
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For Canadian households, existing preparedness guidance continues to recommend having enough supplies to remain self-sufficient for at least 72 hours, with additional supplies where possible. That advice predates the...
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UHN Foundation is also launching a wider $100 million campaign to support transplant medicine. Foundation CEO Julie Quenneville said the Ajmera family’s gift would help create the conditions for ambitious research programs and the...
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The region’s residents will encounter the consequences in ordinary places: on a delayed bus, at a flooded intersection, while searching for a home, or when opening a property-tax bill. The 2026 elections have changed who... View article
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GTA Election Results 2026: Major Upsets, New Mayors & Who Won
Milton’s 46-year mayoral era is over. Mississauga chose Alvin Tedjo, and Oakville voted for new leadership. Meanwhile, Toronto, Brampton, Vaughan and Markham returned their mayors. Here’s your complete breakdown of the 2026 municipal election results across the GTA and surrounding communities.
We cover Olivia Chow in Toronto, Patrick Brown in Brampton, Alvin Tedjo in Mississauga, Steven Del Duca in Vaughan, Frank Scarpitti in Markham, Jeff Knoll in Oakville and Marianne Meed Ward in Burlington—along with the challengers, close races and biggest changes.
This report covers 29 communities, including Milton, Richmond Hill, Ajax, Pickering, Whitby, Oshawa, Clarington, Halton Hills, Caledon, Aurora, King, Newmarket, Stouffville, East Gwillimbury, Georgina, Scugog, Uxbridge and Brock. We also look beyond the GTA to Hamilton, Barrie, Bradford West Gwillimbury and Innisfil.
What could these results mean for property taxes, housing, traffic, infrastructure and local services? We examine the campaign commitments, turnout and council continuity that will shape the next term—and the decisions residents should watch next.
Which city are you watching, and what should your mayor tackle first? Tell us in the comments, subscribe for more local coverage, and read the full breakdown at WeeklyVoice.com.
The region’s residents will encounter the consequences in ordinary places: on a delayed bus, at a flooded intersection, while searching for a home, or when opening a property-tax bill. The 2026 elections have changed who... View article
