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Toronto Lights Up the Waterfront: New Year’s Eve Celebrations Set to Dazzle the GTA

  Toronto is preparing for one of its most vibrant New Year’s Eve celebrations yet, with the city’s waterfront transforming into a massive outdoor festival to welcome 2026. Beginning at 10 p.m., the Harbourfront area will come alive with live music, DJ sets, roaming performers, and illuminated art installations stretching from Harbourfront Centre to Sherbourne Common. The night’s biggest draw will be a 10‑minute fireworks display launched over the inner harbour , offering sweeping views from along the lakeshore. The show is designed to be visible from multiple waterfront vantage points, giving thousands of residents and visitors a chance to ring in the new year under a bright skyline. Transit agencies across the region are stepping up to support the festivities. TTC, GO Transit, and UP Express will offer free rides from 7 p.m. on December 31 until 8 a.m. on January 1 , with extended service to help crowds travel safely throughout the night. Beyond downtown, communities across t...
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Liberal Leadership Race Heats Up as High-Profile Candidates Emerge

 

As the race to elect a new Liberal leader quickly approaches, the field of hopefuls is narrowing. Former Bank of Canada governor Mark Carney is expected to launch his bid to replace Prime Minister Justin Trudeau after signaling plans through his campaign team. Former B.C. premier Christy Clark is also debating whether to put her name forward, expressing her serious consideration despite disappointment with the short timeline for the race.

Several high-profile cabinet ministers have announced they will not run, including Labour Minister Steven MacKinnon and Transport and Internal Trade Minister Anita Anand, who each bowed out over the weekend. They join Finance Minister Dominic Leblanc and Foreign Affairs Minister Melanie Joly, who have decided to focus on their portfolios instead.

Hopefuls have until January 23 to declare their candidacy, with the new leader set to be announced on March 9. So far, former Montreal MP Frank Baylis and Nepean, Ont., MP Chandra Arya are the only ones to publicly state their intention to run.

The race is shaping up to be a pivotal moment for the Liberal Party as it seeks new leadership and direction for the future.

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