People are betting on everything these days in Ontario — and apparently that includes betting on who will be the next mayor in Toronto. FanDuel Sportsbook Ontario has been running a betting pool on the Toronto mayoral by-election. If you’re planning on getting in on the gambling action ahead of the June 26 vote, now is … [Read more…]
Cooped up in a tiny apartment this summer and looking for somewhere to cool off and enjoy some (private) luxury? Or maybe you’re someone with a pool interested in making some extra cash? A U.S.-based company called Swimply is renting out private pools across North America, including a whole bunch of spots in and around … [Read more…]
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 in point, an approved nursing home development in midtown is being shelved in favour of a revised plan for a whopping 50-storey … [Read more…]
Toronto is set to welcome a new urban sanctuary this weekend as Love Park, formerly known as York Street Park, opens its gates to the public. Designed by CCxA in collaboration with gh3*, the park aims to provide a serene and immersive experience, offering respite from the bustling city life. Spanning across two acres, Love … [Read more…]
While Toronto is lucky to have Lake Ontario at the ready, the beaches that line this particular Great Lake get very busy when summer rolls around. Sure, it’s a good time for those who don’t mind the crowds, but for those looking for a little serenity with their sand, we’ve compiled a list of 15 … [Read more…]
After a casual Shoppers run went viral on Drake’s Instagram page, versions of the TTC jacket he was wearing in the photos are being listed for over $1,000 — and people are seriously considering buying them. One of the most exciting things about Drake is that despite being one of, if not the biggest star … [Read more…]
Former Toronto police chief Mark Saunders is running on a campaign that focusses squarely on public safety. And why not? He is, after all, the only candidate who ran the Toronto Police Service. Saunders retired in 2020, took his first stab at politics running for the Progressive Conservatives in the 2022 provincial election. He lost … [Read more…]
An explosion involving a vehicle crossing from Canada into the U.S. has prompted the closure of the Rainbow Bridge border crossing between Ontario and New York. The FBI and local officials are investigating the incident, with the situation described as “very fluid.” While the government is currently assuming the incident to be terror-related, details remain … [Read more…]
It’s the most wonderful time of the year – skating season, that is! With the weird and rainy weather, you may be worried about whether Toronto’s public outdoor skating rinks will be up and running. But the city of Toronto has officially announced the opening date for the city’s outdoor skating rinks, and we’re getting … [Read more…]
Constructing protected bike infrastructure in the city of Toronto is always controversial, but the new bike lanes on Eglinton Avenue have raised red flags for an entirely new reason. In a revealing YouTube video posted by disability activist and AODA Alliance Chair, David Lepofsky, serious concerns have been raised about a new bike lane constructed … [Read more…]