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TORONTO — When Geddy Lee goes big, he goes huge. It’s a personality trait that served him well as bassist and vocalist of prog-rock legends Rush, whose epic songs, among them “Tom Sawyer” and “Working Man,” are enshrined in Canadian music history.

HAMILTON — Having waited his turn this season, Alouettes kick returner James Letcher Jr. is making the most of his close-up.

TORONTO — Ontario Housing Minister Paul Calandra has tabled legislation that will reverse course on urban and regional boundary expansions.

TORONTO — Police say a 79-year-old man has been charged with first-degree murder after allegedly hitting three people with a vehicle in northeast Toronto, killing one. Investigators say the suspect is also facing two charges of attempted murder.

HAMILTON — They were teammates for just one full season, but it was more than long enough for Andrew Harris to positively impact Brady Oliveira's CFL career.

TORONTO — While some financial advisers might be unwilling to take on younger clients with small accounts, experts say that shouldn't deter young investors from beginning their financial journey and that online resources can be a good place to start

HAMILTON — Montreal Alouettes quarterback Cody Fajardo's pre-game meal is a constant. "I am so simple. I get Subway," he said. "Every game day." Simple yet quite complicated, in reality.

TORONTO — Members of Canada’s increasingly frustrated fintech sector are calling on the federal government to move ahead with promised plans to give consumers more control over their financial data.

TORONTO — More electric vehicle charging stations are on the way as the Canada Infrastructure Bank says it has signed a second funding deal to expand fast-charging options.

Everett Smith had a grin so infectious his daycare staff nicknamed him "Smiley." He loved apples. His prized possession was a yellow toy school bus.