Trump Extends Iran War Ceasefire as Talks Stall, Tensions Persist U.S. President Donald Trump has extended the Iran war ceasefire as talks remain uncertain. Disputes over the Strait of Hormuz, nuclear program and blockade continue.

What to know as Trump extends ceasefire in Iran war.

Gravenhurst High School Lockdown Ends Safely, Youth Charged: OPP An off-property incident prompted a brief lockdown at a Gravenhurst high school Tuesday. Ontario Provincial Police say no one was injured and a 14-year-old youth has been charged.

Off-property incident locks down Gravenhurst school.

Canadian Tourist Killed in Shooting at Teotihuacan Pyramids in Mexico A Canadian tourist was killed and others injured after a gunman opened fire atop a pyramid at Teotihuacan, one of Mexico’s most visited archaeological sites.

(Updated) Mexico boosts security at tourist spots after Canadian killed, others hurt on pyramid.

Canada introduces Space Launch Act to enable domestic rocket launches and oversight The federal government has introduced the Canadian Space Launch Act to regulate launches and re-entry from Canadian territory, aiming to boost sovereignty, security, and a $40B space industry.

Government introduces bill to support space launches from Canadian territory.

Aitcheson named OHL Defenceman of the Year finalist after record season Barrie Colts defenceman Kashawn Aitcheson is a finalist for the OHL Defenceman of the Year after a record-setting 70-point season and franchise milestones.

Colts’ Aitcheson named finalist for OHL Defenceman of the Year.

Ontario Solicitor General Michael Kerzner Apologizes for Incorrect Claims on Improperly Released Inmates Ontario Solicitor General Michael Kerzner has apologized after incorrectly stating that all 157 inmates mistakenly released from provincial jails were immediately recaptured.

(Update) Six mistakenly released inmates still at large, Ontario Premier Doug Ford says.

Ontario Solicitor General Michael Kerzner Apologizes for Incorrect Claims on Improperly Released Inmates Ontario Solicitor General Michael Kerzner has apologized after incorrectly stating that all 157 inmates mistakenly released from provincial jails were immediately recaptured.

(Updated) Six mistakenly released inmates still at large, Ontario Premier Doug Ford says.

Stevenson Memorial Hospital Launches Rapid Assessment Zone to Cut ER Wait Times Stevenson Memorial Hospital in Alliston has launched a Rapid Assessment Zone in its emergency department to reduce wait times for patients with minor conditions.

Alliston hospital launches RAZ in emergency department.

Fraud Plates, Identity Allegations After Traffic Stop in Bradford West Gwillimbury A traffic stop in Bradford West Gwillimbury led to multiple charges after South Simcoe Police Service uncovered alleged fraudulent plates, identity fraud, and additional driving offences linked to the...

Fraud plates, fake identity allegations lead to multiple charges after Bradford traffic stop.

Ontario Solicitor General Michael Kerzner Apologizes for Incorrect Claims on Improperly Released Inmates Ontario Solicitor General Michael Kerzner has apologized after incorrectly stating that all 157 inmates mistakenly released from provincial jails were immediately recaptured.

Ontario's solicitor general sorry for saying improperly released inmates were caught.

Canadian Tourist Killed in Shooting at Teotihuacan Pyramids in Mexico A Canadian tourist was killed and others injured after a gunman opened fire atop a pyramid at Teotihuacan, one of Mexico’s most visited archaeological sites.

(Updated) Shooting at Mexico pyramids that killed Canadian tourist was planned: officials

Canadian Tourist Killed in Shooting at Teotihuacan Pyramids in Mexico A Canadian tourist was killed and others injured after a gunman opened fire atop a pyramid at Teotihuacan, one of Mexico’s most visited archaeological sites.

(Updated) Mexico's President Sheinbaum promises investigation of shooting that killed Canadian.

Mark Carney Names Advisory Committee on Canada-U.S. Economic Relations Prime Minister Mark Carney has unveiled a new advisory committee on Canada-U.S. economic relations, including high-profile political and business leaders ahead of key trade talks.

Carney names members of new advisory committee on Canada-U.S. economic relations.

Drug Alert Issued by Simcoe Muskoka Health Unit Amid Rise in Suspected Poisonings The Simcoe Muskoka District Health Unit has issued a drug alert as suspected poisonings and emergency visits rise, with fentanyl mixed with benzodiazepines and “Tranq” suspected.

Drug alert issued by SMDHU amid rise in suspected poisoning deaths.

Barrie Teen Charged After Machete Incident at Georgian Mall Barrie police have charged a 16-year-old boy after an alleged machete incident at Georgian Mall in March. Investigators are seeking witnesses and additional information.

Teen charged in Barrie mall machete incident.

The Lyrid meteor shower is visible now and peaking soon. Here's how to spot it This year’s Lyrid meteor shower is getting a boost thanks to a dim crescent moon. Skywatchers could see 10 to 20 shooting stars per hour.

REMINDER: The Lyrid meteor shower peaks tonight

April 21, 2026 Morning Headlines by Daily Kickstart - News Headlines

Canadian tourist killed north of Mexico City; Pakistan prepares for new talks between U.S. and Iran; sky should be clear for peak of Lydri metero shower tonight; and more.
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Don’t Call These Colts Underdogs “We go into every game believing we’re going to win, and it’s no different in this series. We believe we’ve put the work in”

Don’t call these Colts underdogs

Speculation grows for more U.S., Iran ceasefire talks U.S. Vice President JD Vance is expected to lead an American team to the talks

No delegation from Iran visits Islamabad, state television says, as talks speculation grows

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Canada Post Reports Record $1.57 Billion Loss in 2025 Amid Labour Strife and Falling Parcel Volumes Canada Post posts a record $1.57-billion loss in 2025 as parcel volumes plunge and labour disputes intensify, prompting major service changes and modernization plans.

Canada Post reports record $1.57-billion loss in 2025.

Canadian Tourist Killed in Shooting at Teotihuacan Pyramids in Mexico A Canadian tourist was killed and others injured after a gunman opened fire atop a pyramid at Teotihuacan, one of Mexico’s most visited archaeological sites.

Canadian tourist killed, another injured after gunman opens fire at Mexico pyramids.

Canadian Armed Forces recruitment hits 30-year high but shortages remain Canada’s military saw a surge in recruitment with 7,310 new members, but key trade shortages and high applicant dropout rates remain a concern.

Military hits 30-year recruitment high but still falls short on key trades.

New mammography machine unveiled at Orillia hospital to boost breast cancer detection Orillia Soldiers’ Memorial Hospital unveils a new mammography machine, improving breast cancer screening, image quality, and patient care close to home.

Modern mammography machine unveiled at Orillia hospital.

Barrie Farmers’ Market returns outdoors May 2 for 2026 season, marking 180 years The Barrie Farmers’ Market returns outdoors May 2, 2026, marking 180 years of local vendors, fresh food, and community tradition in downtown Barrie.

Historic Barrie Farmers’ Market returns outdoors May 2 for 2026 season.

Inflation jumps to 2.4% in March driven by Iran war oil shock StatsCan said March’s 21.2 per cent monthly increase in the price of gasoline was the largest on record

(Updated) Inflation jumps on Iran war shock but few signs yet of spreading price hikes.

Collingwood Suspicious Person Call Leads to 3 Arrests OPP say a suspicious person call on Gibbard Crescent in Collingwood led to three arrests, including theft, warrants, cocaine possession, and impaired driving charges.

Suspicious person call in Collingwood leads to the arrest of 3 people by police.

Doug Ford Cancels $29M Private Jet Purchase, Cabinet Praises ‘Guts’ to Reverse Decision Ontario Premier Doug Ford reverses a $29-million private jet purchase after backlash, with cabinet members defending the move as strong leadership.

'The people don't want it,' Ford says about decision to sell jet days after purchase.
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Doug Ford Cancels $29M Private Jet Purchase, Cabinet Praises ‘Guts’ to Reverse Decision Ontario Premier Doug Ford reverses a $29-million private jet purchase after backlash, with cabinet members defending the move as strong leadership.

Ford government members say private plane reversal took 'guts'

Barrie police arrest man after tactical response on Essa Road in assault investigation Barrie police arrested one person Sunday after a tactical response on Essa Road tied to an ongoing assault investigation involving two individuals known to each other.

(Updated) 1 person charged by Barrie police in ongoing assault investigation.