By Nisean Lorde
Getting the timing right for catching Toronto’s favourite pink and white flowers in bloom can be tricky. But after weeks of speculating, it’s official: the cherry blossoms in High Park have hit peak bloom despite some cooler-than-usual temperatures. Peak bloom will typically last between four and 10 days, though blossom expert Steve Joniak is predicting … Continued
By Ron Johnson
Don’t want to deal with the TikTok hoard at High Park while checking out cherry blossoms? Here are five hidden gem sakura spots you can visit right now. Centre Island Why not hop on the ferry and head over for a day on Toronto Island for a mini escape to see the sakura trees in … Continued
The cherry blossom hunt has begun in Toronto: these pink and white trees are finally reaching full bloom in the city, and everyone wants to see them before they’re gone! While High Park is the most popular spot in the city to see the sakura trees, the blossoms there haven’t totally reached peak bloom yet. … Continued
By Ron Johnson
Canada’s Wonderland is set to open its gates for the 2026 season on May 3, and there is a full slate of fun things to do, new and reimagined rides and entertainment offerings designed to draw thrill-seekers and families from across the Greater Toronto Area and beyond. Among the most exciting changes is the transformation … Continued
We’ve made it past the winter storms, and the sun is finally out to stay. Birds are coming home, flowers will soon be budding: spring has truly sprung. That means it’s time for us to come out of hibernation and enjoy everything this city has to offer. Here are 26 ways to make the most … Continued
By Nisean Lorde
Toronto’s annual cherry blossom watch is heating up, with the latest updates suggesting that High Park’s most photographed spring ritual could reach peak bloom by the middle of next week! Just days ago, Steve Joniak (aka Sakura Steve) reported that trees across the park had moved into Stage 3 and, in some cases, Stage 4, … Continued
Almost overnight, out of nowhere, an Instagram page popped up. As they often do. But this one, for some reason, went viral. Almost immediately. And it’s dedicated to one thing: the toilets of Toronto. Seriously. The page, dubbed @thetoiletguyy on Instagram (and @findmytoilet on TikTok), is run by a college student who prefers to remain … Continued
Our very own Toronto Raptors are in the NBA playoffs again, and the city is more than ready to celebrate. From drink deals to giant screens and on-theme decor, there are watch parties all over the city ready to fit every vibe. Here are some of our favourites. Jurassic Park Where: 15 York St. The … Continued
Spring in Toronto is when cherry blossoms take over the city, and the best part? You don’t always have to deal with crowds to enjoy them. From quiet residential streets to tucked-away trails and city parks, these delicate pink and white blooms appear in unexpected corners, offering little pockets of calm and beauty. Whether you’re … Continued
When a Toronto cobbler found out the 60-year-old patching and stitching machine he needs to run his business had broken, he assumed the worst — repairing it would cost $10,000 that he didn’t have, and without it, he would have to close down his business. But when the local Dufferin Grove community heard the news, … Continued
By Ron Johnson
The Toronto Raptors punched their ticket to the bona fide NBA playoffs last night with a victory over the Brooklyn Nets. The team returns to playoff action for the first time since the 2021-22 season. In a day of games that had massive implications for the playoffs and seedings, the Raptors blew out the lowly … Continued
By Nisean Lorde
Get your cameras ready, Toronto: this week, a rare sunrise with a very fun nickname is happening in the city. Torontohenge, an extremely photogenic sun alignment, is going to take place on Sunday, April 19. Referring to the moment when the setting or rising sun lines up with the city’s east-west downtown grid, if you’re … Continued
