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25 ways to make the most of summer in Toronto
Get your urban paddling badge by completing these four on-the-water adventures about town this summer Paddleboarding Toronto offers plenty of fantastic paddleboarding opportunities, but none quite so...
View ArticleOne dead, one injured following explosion at Toronto chemical plant
Toronto Police Services has reported an explosion at a chemical plant in the Toronto neighbourhood of Leaside resulting in at least one person being killed and another injured. The explosion occurred...
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Massive underground iceberg house has Toronto neighbourhood on edge
Hogg’s Hollow residents Shannon Rancourt and Laura Lamarche knew something strange was happening in their neighbourhood after a heritage home was demolished without a city permit during the May 24 long...
View ArticleToronto could be getting a new park dedicated to Joni Mitchell
The Yonge and Eglinton area may be getting a new park as North York Community Council has adopted a recommendation to turn land currently used as a pay parking lot into parkland. On Sept 13, Community...
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49-storey tower at Yonge and St. Clair has local residents concerned
A developer has revealed its plans for a 49-storey mixed-use tower in the final corner of Yonge and St. Clair that it controls. Slate Asset Management owns assets at all four corners of the...
View ArticleCanadian Tire site in Rosedale could see multi-tower development
Although nothing is official yet, an insider has posted information online alleging a redevelopment application is underway for the site at 839 Yonge St. currently home to a Canadian Tire store. The...
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Historic Davisville building could become new community centre
The former home of the Davisville neighbourhood’s namesake postmaster is being proposed to be preserved in the face of a new condo development. The Toronto Preservation Board approved a recommendation...
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Amidst housing crisis prime real estate sits empty as investors pocket gains
Despite an ongoing housing crisis, there are vacant buildings across the city that are being allowed to sit unused for, in the case of one property in the upscale neighborhood of Leaside, years....
View ArticleWoman chased by man while out jogging on busy Beltline Trail
A local resident who has been jogging on midtown’s popular Beltline Trail issued a warning on a Facebook community page after she was confronted and chased by a man in broad daylight on Tuesday, April...
View ArticleA rare condo built for families was just proposed for Cineplex’s head office...
A longtime presence on Yonge Street in midtown Toronto will soon be no more. A new development application has been submitted to the city for the site of the Cineplex Odean corporate office building at...
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Body found in Rosedale construction dumpster identified as ‘little girl’
On May 5, Toronto Police Services provided an update on the body found in a construction site dumpster in the Rosedale neighbourhood confirming the person was a young girl possibly between the ages of...
View ArticleAnother large condo tower could be plopped down in Rosedale
A 19-storey mixed-use building is being proposed for the Rosedale neighbourhood on Yonge Street, potentially adding another large building to the area. The proposal for 1087 Yonge St. from Zinc...
View ArticleHow these 10 Toronto neighbourhoods got their names
Toronto is a city of neighbourhoods, and although people are very proud of the place in which they reside, few look into the history of the area or even how they were named. Here is a look at 10 such...
View ArticleAnother condo tower proposed as Rosedale and Summerhill see uptick in...
A popular Rosedale and Summerhill neighbourhood hub at the corner of Yonge and Roxborough is set to be demolished and replaced by a 12-storey condo tower, according to a new development application....
View ArticleCity looks to line Eglinton Avenue with separated bike lanes, patios and art...
A new city project that, with a green light from council, would bring several kilometres of permanent, protected bike lanes to Eglinton Avenue as early as next year is garnering some Midtown community...
View ArticleWhy it’s important we build affordable housing in T.O.’s least affordable...
The City of Toronto is considering turning one of its properties in the area near two upscale neighbourhoods of Yorkville and Rosedale into a new residential building that includes affordable housing....
View ArticleMillions in funding set for a slew of new park projects in Toronto ravines
Toronto’s Sunnybrook Park may receive a long list of improvements in the near future as part of a comprehensive strategy to upkeep the city’s ravines. Sunnybrook Park has been identified as one of 10...
View ArticleToronto city councillor Mike Layton will not seek re-election after 12 years...
Toronto councillor Mike Layton announced he will not be seeking re-election in October joining a growing list of incumbent politicians not seeking re-election including fellow downtown, left-leaning...
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Cherished park in rapidly intensifying Toronto community reopens after...
An extensive revitalization of Rosehill Reservoir and David E. Balfour Park in midtown Toronto southeast of Yonge and St. Clair is now complete creating a 20-hectare oasis of green in a rapidly...
View ArticleCanada’s currency to be changed following the death of Queen Elizabeth II and...
After an exemplary 70-year reign, Queen Elizabeth II passed away on Thursday, and the crown was swiftly passed to her eldest son and heir, the former Prince of Wales, King Charles III. And with big...
View ArticleCity councillor wants Metrolinx to pay up over ongoing LRT construction delays
A midtown Toronto city councillor is once again voicing his frustration with the ongoing delays plaguing construction of the Eglinton Crosstown LRT, saying the provincial agency responsible for the...
View ArticleRevised development at the site of Pusateri’s set to go to council this fall
A revised development application for Avenue and Lawrence at the site of high-end grocery store Pusateri’s will go before city council this fall. The application for 1507-1545 Avenue Road and 284-290...
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Pop-up Drive In Movie Nights Come to Forest Hill, Plus Checkout These 5 Local...
Grab your favourite movie snacks because Drive-in Movie Night on Eglinton is back again this year! This family-friendly event is presented by the Eglinton Way BIA, and takes over the Green P parking...
View ArticleIconic theatre gets heritage designation ahead of renovations
The City of Toronto, alongside local councillor Jaye Robinson, is making a move to designate the building at 551 Mount Pleasant Rd. as a heritage property. The building, formerly home to the Regent...
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Canadian Tire could soon be selling condos near Yorkville
A development proposal has been submitted for the flagship and historic Canadian Tire site at Yonge Street and Davenport Road, which could mean demolishing the store. Two towers, sitting at 41 and 49...
View ArticleToronto’s own Weird Al is a retired healthcare worker inspired by the lockdown
Move over, “Weird Al” Yankovic, there’s a new parody songwriter on the scene — and he’s a 67-year-old retired healthcare professional from Leaside. “I guess this is my sixth career now — I’m an amateur...
View ArticleGovernments pouring an astounding $1.5 billion into Bloor-Yonge Subway Station
In a time of impending economic recession, with the city of Toronto crying poor to any level of government that will listen, today Deputy Prime Minister Chrystia Freeland announced a massive amount of...
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Massive new midtown development plan features huge park and possibly a...
New plans have come to light for a massive new community at Yonge Street and Eglinton Avenue after significant community feedback. Developer Oxford Properties revealed the reworked vision for its...
View ArticleCity report recommends making Yonge Street bike lanes permanent
Ahead of a scheduled meeting of Toronto’s environment and infrastructure committee, a city report is recommending that two temporary separated bike lane pilot projects be made permanent on Yonge Street...
View ArticleWill Eglinton Avenue become the next bike-lane battleground?
With the Midtown Complete Street Project that includes separated bike lanes along Yonge Street set for approval, attention now turns to nearby Eglinton Avenue where another similar project has city...
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The 30 best bars to grab a drink in Toronto
An insider’s guide to going out for drinks with friends in Toronto featuring the coolest cocktail, honky-tonks and wine bars. Best new sips Moon Water from Bar Banane Bar Banane Situated in a prime...
View ArticleMidtown Toronto homeless shelter in hotel could be extended but may...
A new Toronto Public Health report on people indicated that the city shelter strategy to house people experiencing homelessness in hotel spaces is working. The lease on one of those spaces, the...
View ArticleFive spots in Toronto perfect for a springtime stroll
Day tripping to a scenic spot outside of the city is a great way to enjoy nature, but you don’t have to get in your car to find the perfect outdoor location this spring. Toronto is filled with...
View ArticleResidents angry after staff destroy beloved 20-year-old garden oasis
A community garden oasis was destroyed by Toronto Community Housing staff, and local residents are angry and are demanding answers from the city of Toronto. The once-stunning garden was created over a...
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Popular Don Valley walking and cycling trail just closed for a year
Looking to run or cycle down the Don Valley to Riverdale Park? Time to find an alternate route, as the Lower Don Trail is closed south of Pottery Road right now, and will be for at least a year. Part...
View ArticlePlans for midtown nursing home being shelved for new 50-storey condo
With a renewed push for more and more residential development in the city and across the province, Toronto could be seeing more and more approved applications being revised to add greater density. Case...
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Toronto’s five best bike trails to experience the city
With the warm weather here, getting outside is more important (and exciting) now than ever. While Toronto may seem like a concrete jungle, the city is home to more majestic nature areas and scenic...
View ArticlePickleball club Fairgrounds set for huge expansion and new Rosedale flagship
In 2022, Fairgrounds Public Racket Club converted a midtown Toronto site to a temporary but vastly popular pickleball club, showcasing the fast-growing sport’s social side. Now, following its opening...
View ArticleRemembering when the late Bob Barker gave our zoo elephants a better life
On Aug. 26 came the sad news that Bob Barker, at the incredible age of 100, had passed away. The outpouring of appreciation for the legendary former host of the TV game show The Price is Right reminded...
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‘Development war’ as 50 storeys proposed on micro lot at Yonge and Eglinton
A controversial proposal for a 50-storey residential tower at 2350-2352 Yonge St. has sparked opposition from local residents and city officials. The development, which would contain 323 residential...
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Work on Toronto’s historic Glen Road Pedestrian Bridge continues amid delays
Toronto’s skyline might be famous for its towering skyscrapers, but its soul resides in the smaller, often overlooked connections that bind neighborhoods and history. The Glen Road pedestrian bridge...
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6 of the best candy shops in Toronto for Halloween treats
Halloween is probably the only time that adults can get away with acting like kids in candy stores. Seriously, who could stand still among colourful displays of sweet-and-sour treats, sugar-coated...
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Here are 15 of the best Christmas and holiday markets in Toronto this year
Christmas and holiday markets in Toronto this year are sure to dial up the festive spirit as the cold weather takes hold of the city. Get ready for plenty of mulled wine, wood-burning fires and gourmet...
View ArticleDr. Jess on Sex: A holiday survival guide for couples
Fighting with your partner over the holidays isn’t uncommon, as the season of joy and cheer is also fraught with stress, exhaustion and irritability for couples and families. During this busy time of...
View ArticleControversy as Toronto Police delivers snacks to Avenue Road demonstration
Toronto Police Chief Myron Demkiw has issued a public apology and ordered a comprehensive review following a controversial and brief incident involving an officer during a pro-Palestinian...
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The top 10 restaurants to visit for Winterlicious 2024 in Toronto
Start your foodie engines! Winterlicious returns to Toronto, featuring over 220 local restaurants from January 26 to February 8. Indulge in three-course prix fixe lunch and dinner menus at diverse...
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Leaside residents don’t want huge 34-storey tower on slim gas station site
A local residents’ association is ready to battle a developer over a proposed 34-storey condominium building that would be located at 1840 Bayview Ave. A 10-day Ontario Land Tribunal (OLT) hearing is...
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Toronto’s CaféTO program expanding to new areas but Leaside BIA says no thanks
As spring approaches, Toronto anticipates the return of the CaféTO program, which allows restaurants across the city to set up expanded patios along selected streets. Along Bayview Avenue, CaféTO...
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A Toronto woman is offering a whopping 10K to find her missing cat
A Toronto woman is offering a $10,000 reward to anyone who finds her missing cat. In an Instagram post, Amelia Maltepe, a local real estate investor, said that her car ran from her house last week...
View ArticleToronto’s Zach Edey might be the best-known college basketball player in the...
It’s a huge month for the also huge Toronto basketball player Zach Edey, who is playing in the NCAA March Madness championships right now. With March Madness in full swing, a study to find out the top...
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