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Post #4502016
Toronto airline has new Willy Wonka-style 'golden' ticket that lets you fly for free A Toronto-based airline is celebrating its 20th anniversary this year with a chance to win a Willy Wonka-style "golden" ticket that unlocks 20 free flights to any destination the carrier serves.On Tuesday, Porter Airlines officially launched its "Little Things Blind Boxes," a collection of miniature items inspired by the airline t... https://www.blogto.com/travel/2026/08/toronto-airli...
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Post #4500423
This man has been 'working from home' at Canada's Wonderland for over a year Most people go to Canada's Wonderland for the thrills, but one man has turned the park's VIP lounge into his office, and he's not planning to stop anytime soon.Since last summer, comedian and mental health advocate Ryan Zeitz has been bringing his laptop to the Vaughan amusement park, settling into the VIP lounge for the day ... https://www.blogto.com/sports_play/2026/08/toronto-man-works-from-ho...
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Post #4498034
Ontario home sold at over $1 million loss compared to its 2017 price A luxurious home in North York sold last month for roughly $1.1 million less than its previous sale price, highlighting just how dramatically prices in the GTA housing market can shift over the course of a decade.The detached home, which boasts four bedrooms and five bathrooms, first sold for $3.61 million in February 2017. Approximately ... https://www.blogto.com/real-estate-toronto/2026/08/ontario-home-11-million-loss-2017/
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Post #4496504
Almost 9 km of TTC subway will shut down for this entire weekend TTC subway closures this weekend will grind an almost nine-kilometre stretch of Line 1 to a halt, as the transit agency resumes the regular planned disruptions that were mercifully paused in June and July to paint a pretty picture for tourists during Toronto's hosting role in the FIFA World Cup.The TTC has announced that there will be no service on the Line... https://www.blogto.com/city/2026/08/ttc-subway-closure-weekend-aug-1...
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Post #4488674
One Canadian retailer has everything you need for Toronto back-to-school season Believe it or not, back-to-school season is right around the corner. And if you're looking to start shopping here in Toronto, there's one Canadian retailer that has you covered.Simons is your one-stop shop to get the new school year started. Shirts, denim, shoes, water bottles, backpacks — you name it!And with three locations in the GTA, you don... https://www.blogto.com/fashion_style/2026/08/simons-back-to-s...
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Post #4477189
Toronto is still cool and a music and food festival this weekend is proof Back for its second year after an eagerly attended 2025 debut, Toronto's On The Way Festival is all the evidence you need that the city's music, event, and food scenes can stand up to any New York, Berlin or London naysayers.Standard Time programming director Malcom Levy and Community Wines co-founder Blake Pearson already had plenty of collaboratio... https://www.blogto.com/eat_drink/2026/08/on-the-way-festival-to...
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Post #4477187
Futuristic new community about to sprout from Toronto waterfront Toronto's east waterfront is undergoing a generational transformation, reclaiming and reintegrating former industrial lands into a true destination.The recently expanded Biidaasige Park is just one example of how this area of the waterfront is being reclaimed, and many other changes are on the horizon that will further transform this ne... https://www.blogto.com/real-estate-toronto/2026/08/futuristic-community-toronto-waterfron...
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Post #4458647
Ontario is home to a weird gravity anomaly where things weigh less If you've ever wanted to shave a tiny bit off the number on your scale, there's actually one place in Ontario where it's technically possible without you changing anything about your lifestyle.The Hudson Bay area in Ontario is home to one of the world's most peculiar gravity anomalies, where the Earth's gravitational pull is slightly weaker than average, mean... https://www.blogto.com/city/2026/08/ontario-weir...
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Post #4458646
This popular new Toronto sandwich shop is only open on weekends If scarcity breeds demand, one hush-hush sandwich business in Toronto, operating out of a popular nightlife spot, is taking precisely the right approach to draw a crowd.Sandwich shops and party bars are really going hand in hand in Toronto these days, aren't they?While the much-loved Uncle Pete's enjoys its second chance out of Little Italy's Track and Field Ba... https://www.blogto.com/eat_drink/2026/08/migs-sandwich-ba...
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Post #4444334
What Queens Quay used to look like in Toronto It goes without saying that Toronto's waterfront has transformed dramatically over the past century, and what was once a gritty industrial corridor filled with active piers, docks, and factories is now lined with green spaces, condo towers, and plenty of restaurants.Before the 1920s, the Esplanade was the city's southernmost street, but as Toronto rapidly expanded, a massive... https://www.blogto.com/city/2026/08/what-queens-quay-used-look-to...
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Post #4436449
The Best Gelato in Toronto The best gelato in Toronto is a simple taste of Italy that you can indulge in whenever the mood strikes. Silky, smooth and sweet, it's essential eating on scorching days yet welcome no matter the temps. Carve out a moment to sit down with a cono — in the morning, mid-afternoon, or after the sun sets — and taste what the dolce vita is all about.Here's where to find the best gelato in Toronto. 6 - Hollywood ... https://www.blogto.com/toronto/the_best_gelato_in_to...
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Post #4436439
New bombshell allegations revealed in Kawhi Leonard investigation The NBA investigation currently holding up the trade that would send Kawhi Leonard to the Toronto Raptors has taken another turn, with new allegations about an alleged under-the-table deal between the two-time NBA Finals MVP and a stadium jumbotron company.On Thursday, investigative sports journalist Pablo Torre revealed on his podcast th... https://www.blogto.com/sports_play/2026/08/new-allegations-revealed-kawhi-investigation/
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Post #4434865
Canada issues urgent travel advisories for 3 European destinations If you're heading from Canada to Europe soon, you may want to take note, as the federal government has issued new travel advisory updates for France, Spain, and Greece.The latest updates from the Government of Canada highlight the ongoing wildfires raging in parts of France, Spain, and Greece. Travellers are urged to be cautious and to stay ... https://www.blogto.com/travel/2026/08/canada-issues-urgent-travel-advisories-europ...
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Post #4424045
A free street festival is taking over Toronto's Koreatown this weekend Toronto's Koreatown is about to come alive this weekend!On Saturday, Aug. 8, the annual Koreatown Street Festival will take over Bloor St. West and Euclid Ave. from 1 p.m. to 8 p.m., transforming the neighbourhood into a lively hub of Korean flavours, live performances, cultural experiences, and family-friendly fun.This is the perfect excuse to spend... https://www.blogto.com/radar/2026/08/koreatown-street-festival-to...
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Post #4422350
Massive Toronto comedy festival returns this fall with star-studded lineup Just for Laughs Toronto is returning to stages all over the city this fall, and some of the biggest names in the funny business are coming to join the party.The highly anticipated comedy festival is happening from Sept. 24 to Oct. 3, with iconic comedians, fan-favourite acts, and more.Just for Laughs Toronto has announced the first two waves o... https://www.blogto.com/radar/2026/08/toronto-comedy-festival-returns-fall/
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Post #4422347
Kevin Gausman was on a flight from Toronto when the Blue Jays traded him Being traded is never easy for a professional athlete, but it appears Kevin Gausman is handling his departure from the Toronto Blue Jays well.Though Gausman and seemingly everybody else knew he would be on the move, it still took some time for it to sink in that he had been traded to the Chicago Cubs on Sunday.Bot... https://www.blogto.com/sports_play/2026/08/kevin-gausman-reveals-moment-found-out-toronto-blue-jays-trade/
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Post #4422344
Ontario jail from the 1850s could reopen after sitting abandoned almost a decade An Ontario jail constructed in the 1850s could soon reopen as part of a broader $3 billion plan from the provincial government to expand the correctional system.The province announced on Thursday that it is "exploring the reopening of the Brantford Jail" to introduce "up to 125 beds to the correctional system in Ontario."The ... https://www.blogto.com/city/2026/08/ontario-jail-1850s-reopen-abando...
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Post #4420894
Toronto Pearson Airport got busier this year despite plummeting U.S. travel Toronto Pearson International Airport registered an increase in travellers during the first half of 2026, despite a continued falloff of outbound travel to the United States.The Greater Toronto Airports Authority (GTAA) released its financial and operating results from the first half of the year on Thursday following the c... https://www.blogto.com/travel/2026/08/toronto-pearson-airport-got-busier-plummeting-us-travel/
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Post #4419677
NHL champion fills Stanley Cup with ice cream at a famous Ontario shop In keeping with the tradition of Stanley Cup winners filling the trophy bowl with their food of choice, one Carolina Hurricanes player chose what is perhaps Ontario's most iconic ice cream for his victory meal.I'm no sports expert — hell, I'm barely even a hockey fan — but one thing I do know is food. So when Hurricanes defenceman S... https://www.blogto.com/eat_drink/2026/08/nhl-champion-stanley-cup-ice-cream-ont...
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Post #4418557
CN Tower about to drop off list of the world's 10 tallest structures It wasn't too long ago that Toronto boasted the claim of the world's tallest freestanding structure, but not even two decades since the CN Tower last wore the crown of the tallest self-supporting thing humanity had ever constructed, the internationally recognized landmark is about to be pushed off the top ten of a list it once dominated.The CN Tower ... https://www.blogto.com/city/2026/08/cn-tower-drop-list-worlds-1...
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Post #4416600
Construction just kicked off for another new Toronto subway station Metrolinx has officially broken ground on the new subway station coming to Toronto's Lawrence Avenue and McCowan Road intersection as part of the new Scarborough Subway Extension (SSE) project.The province announced the start of construction for the new SSE station last week, and on Wednesday, Metrolinx shared updated images of the station s... https://www.blogto.com/city/2026/08/construction-kicked-off-toronto-subway-statio...
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Post #4415234
Prime Video just released a new series shot and set in Ontario cottage country Prime Video’s latest original series is decidedly Canadian.It’s a coming-of-age drama series called Sterling Point that follows 17-year-old Annie (The Chair's Ella Rubin) as she inherits her grandfather’s mysterious island in Muskoka, Ont. While there, she comes across family secrets, new friends and budding romances.Besides Ontario’s cottage... https://www.blogto.com/film/2026/08/sterling-point-prime-video-ontari...
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Post #4404913
Ontario destination named one of the world's best places for a cold plunge Hot and cold therapies have become one of the biggest wellness trends in recent years, and luckily, you don't necessarily have to book a pricey spa day to take a world-renowned cold plunge.According to a new analysis by Icelandic outdoor apparel company Icewear, one natural destination that sits along Ontario's shoreline is amon... https://www.blogto.com/travel/2026/08/ontario-destination-worlds-best-places-co...
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Post #4397391
Toronto's Kayla Grey cashes in with $50K and a luxury vehicle from Drake Drake hosted the third annual Strong Women, Stronger Drinks event at Casa Loma in Toronto on Tuesday, and a few women in attendance walked away with some lavish prizes, including TSN reporter Kayla Grey.Grey shared on her social media page several luxury items she won from the 39-year-old musician. The prizes apparently included $50,000 in... https://www.blogto.com/sports_play/2026/08/kayla-grey-cash-luxury-vehicle-drak...
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Post #2567967
Hundreds of bikers in formal attire will soon descend on Toronto streets Toronto&#39;s streets are set to fill with dozens of sharply dressed motorcyclists next month, as the Distinguished Gentleman&#39;s Ride returns for another year in support of men&#39;s health.Taking place on Sunday, May 17, the annual ride marks its 15th year in Toronto and typically brings together dozens to hundreds of riders wearing dapper, vintage-in... https://www.blogto.com/radar/2026/04/hundreds-bikers-f...
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Post #635481
Parts of Ontario are about to get slammed with up to 20 cm of snow After a messy mix of freezing rain, strong winds, and snow this week, southern and eastern Ontario are preparing for yet another wintry blast of weather. According to The Weather Network&#39;s latest report, a fast-moving low-pressure system is expected to bring more snowfall and strong winds across the region on Friday, with the potential for a second storm o... https://www.blogto.com/city/2026/03/parts-ontario-slammed-20-cm...
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Post #635480
The burgers at an Ontario food truck were just crowned best in Canada The burgers getting churned out of a two-year-old Ontario food truck have officially been ranked the best in Canada.Burgers are like snowflakes: some patties come smashed, some come thick and juicy. Some people order them dressed to the nines, while others opt for the humble bite of an unmarked patty between two dry buns. I&#39;m not here to yuck yo... https://www.blogto.com/eat_drink/2026/03/burgers-ontario-crowned-best-c...
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Post #635479
An Ontario Costco location was mobbed with crowds this week and you&#39;ll never guess why A chaotic scene at an Ontario Costco this week looked less like a regular weekday morning and more like a scene straight out of the early years of Black Friday sales.Before the store at 5900 Rodeo Dr. in Mississauga even opened, what looked like hundreds of shoppers were already lined up outside, hoping to get their hands on someth... https://www.blogto.com/city/2026/03/ontario-costco-location-mobbed-c...
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Post #635478
Canadians could get kicked off U.S. airline for not following this new rule on board Travellers from Canada could face serious consequences if they don&#39;t follow a new rule on board United Airlines.The American airline recently updated its Contract of Carriage, which lists detailed terms and conditions for passengers.If you&#39;re travelling with United Airlines, make sure to pack your AirPods or headphones... https://www.blogto.com/travel/2026/03/canadians-could-get-kicked-off-us-air...
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Post #635477
Canada caps certain bank fees and here&#39;s how much you can save People in Canada no longer have to worry about being charged a hefty bank fee as a new government measure kicks in on Thursday, March 12.The federal government has implemented a cap on the fee that Canadian banks can charge for non-sufficient funds (NSF).Banks charge NSF fees when a cheque or pre-authorized debit (PAD) payment is declined due to... https://www.blogto.com/city/2026/03/canada-caps-certain-bank-fees-how-much-you...