Category: City

Toronto is set to transform part of Church Street into a pedestrian-only destination this summer as part of the new Church Street Pedestrianization Pilot in the Church-Wellesley Village after a proposed project was approved at city council on May 21. From June 19 to August 21, 2026, two blocks of Church Street between Wellesley and … Continued

Visitors to Sankofa Square (formerly Yonge-Dundas Square) will soon notice something different amongst the scattered benches and garbage bins around the busy downtown public plaza. Beginning June 2, Sankofa is unveiling a new public art project set to transform 24 pieces of everyday infrastructure — including 14 benches and 10 garbage bins — into colourful … Continued

If you’ve never been to sea, but have a hanker for that pirate life, this could be the opportunity of a lifetime. For more than 15 years, families strolling along Toronto’s waterfront may have heard it before they saw it: the boom of water cannons, the shouts of tiny pirates hunting treasure, and a black-sailed … Continued

The Chinese Cultural Centre of Greater Toronto (CCCGT) broke ground today on a new Asian Garden in the city. A project the organization says will become the largest Asian garden in Ontario. “The Garden will serve as a living representation of Chinese heritage, showcasing traditional Chinese landscaping, architecture and horticulture,” says founding chairman Dr. Ming-Tat … Continued

RendezViews, one of Toronto’s most popular patios, is set to open this weekend, and it might not be what you are expecting. The patio will open May 16, but it will be a new experience billed as a “summer playground and a flagship destination for live soccer, celebrating the spirit of the game with Casamigos.” … Continued

Nightlife in Toronto used to be an extrovert’s territory: music blasting loud, parties that end in the early hours of the morning and shouted conversations over a thumping bass. A new rave experience is offering a softer, more introvert-friendly alternative to Toronto’s nightlife — and there’s clearly a ton of demand for it. Fittingly named … Continued

When the weather finally warms up in Toronto, everyone and everything goes outside — including, it seems, our workout classes. A new wellness experience is taking over Casa Loma for the summer, and it’s bringing Hollywood’s outdoor yoga trend to the city. In June, Casa Loma is launching Breathtaking Gardens, a Sunday wellness series pairing … Continued

With high-profile newcomers Book Bar announcing a June opening date and others such as Pizzeria Badiali set to open in May, Mirvish Village is on the cusp of a shift — from construction project to a destination neighbourhood that will draw visitors from across the city.  Along Markham Street, finishing touches on the public realm … Continued

The first long weekend of the warm weather seasons in Toronto is finally approaching! Victoria Day long weekend, also known as May 2-4 (though this year falls pretty far away from the actual May 24), kicks off the start of the summer for many in the city. This year, the historic holiday lands on Monday, … Continued

Cherry blossom season has been as amazing as ever this year in Toronto, but we knew it had to end eventually — and all signs point to this weekend being the last one to enjoy those pink blossoms in full bloom. Weather always has a major effect on the longevity of the delicate flowers, and … Continued

Barack Obama is in Toronto today for a sold-out keynote speech Former U.S. president Barack Obama is in Toronto on Friday evening for a sold-out keynote appearance at a Canadian public policy gala. The 44th president is headlining Canada 2020’s 20th Anniversary Gala, billed as An Evening with President Barack Obama, from 5 to 8 … Continued

It’s no secret that Toronto is obsessed with movement. Whether it’s pilates at Sweat and Tonic, a cold plunge at Othership or training for Hyrox, wellness has become part of this city’s daily rhythm. It’s also become gen Z’s answer to the need for connection and community in the city — joining gyms or running … Continued