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Toronto Star

Canada·English

The Toronto Star is a Canadian broadsheet daily newspaper founded in 1892. It operates as a multi-platform news organization focusing on investigative journalism, local news, and social reform. It is owned by Torstar Corporation, which is 100% Canadian-owned and controlled by private investment firm NordStar Capital LP.

Political Bias

Bias

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Center-Left

Funding

LowHi
Open (8/10)

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Ownership & Funding
Ownership StructurePrivate Company
(Parent)
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Toronto Star(This outlet)
Other holdings under NordStar Capital / Metroland Media:
Funding ModelSubscription, Advertising
Funding TransparencyOpen Disclosure (8/10)
Top Funders / Donors
subscription50%
advertising50%
Market Investments & Holdings

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Source: Toronto Star public disclosures & open corporate records

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Documented Incidents

In 2023, the Toronto Star and Postmedia Network Canada Corp. engaged in merger discussions that were ultimately terminated without an agreement.

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Websitewww.thestar.com
Date AddedMay 6, 2026
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