10 A.M. UPDATE: Ontario Premier Doug Ford posted a statement on X that indicates the shooting was intentional, calling it "an absolutely unacceptable act of violence and intimidation aimed at our American friends and neighbors."
The shooting that took place at the U.S. consulate early this morning is an absolutely unacceptable act of violence and intimidation aimed at our American friends and neighbours.
— Doug Ford (@fordnation) March 10, 2026
I’m glad to see that the Toronto Police are investigating and I expect that police at all levels…
Toronto Police Deputy Chief Frank Barredo and Chief Superintendent Chris Leather will hold a press conference at 11:30 a.m. to provide more information.
ORIGINAL POST
Toronto Police are investigating reports of shots fired at the United States Consulate on University Avenue early Tuesday morning.
The Toronto Police Operations posted on X at 5:29 a.m. that it was responding to reports that someone discharged a firearm "at the American Consulate," adding that evidence of the discharge has been located.
There are no reports of injuries at this time.
Police added that there is no suspect information at this time and southbound University Avenue from Armoury Street is closed as police investigate.
FIREARM DISCHARGE:
— Toronto Police Operations (@TPSOperations) March 10, 2026
University Av + Queen St West
5:29am
- Police responded to reports that someone discharged a firearm at the American Consulate
- Police are on scene
- Evidence of a firearm discharge has been located
- No reports of injuries
- Anyone w/info contact police…
This is a breaking news story and will be updated as more information is made available.