The private security company contracted by the city denied reports that its guards skipped work this week.
More than 100 city-contracted security guards meant to watch over BMO Field and Fan Fest during the World Cup skipped work this week, requiring police officers to work overtime to fill in for them, according to a Star source.
The absences in the first week of the tournament, which the private security company denies, are raising questions about the city’s state of preparedness, as it welcomes tens of thousands of visitors to Toronto for one of the biggest sporting events in the world.
FIFA is mandating that about 50 paramedics be on standby at BMO Field ready to tend to any player injuries.
The hospitals have contingency plans for major emergencies — but some physicians fear the event will still put an unwanted strain…
TORONTO - Ontario's Treasury Board says public service employees may be allowed to work remotely during daytime FIFA World Cup…
Unauthorized drones pose “significant safety and security risks,” said Stephanie Sayer, a police spokesperson.
Public service unions have advocated for alternative work arrangements during the international soccer tournament, raising…
The city hasn’t said whether it has made up a $5 million funding shortfall
