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Heroes and Villains of 2013: Hall of Heroes
The very best people, places, things, and ideas that had an influence on the city in 2013.
Every December, Torontoist recaps the year that’s ending by naming our Heroes and Villains: the very best and very worst people, places, things, and ideas that have had an influence on the city. Here are our nominees for Heroes of the year: city builders and city champions, advocates for justice and breakout stars. Click through to read each one, and once you’ve decided how they stack up, then cast your ballot for the winner. Voting is open until 2 p.m. on January 1. At 4 p.m. we will reveal your choices for Toronto’s Superhero and Supervillain of the year.
Toronto Star Investigative Team and City Hall Bureau Public service journalism under fire |
Richard Feren, AKA @TOMayorFrod Civic responsibility, and a great sense of humour |
No Casino Toronto and Mike Layton Standing up for a city that puts its residents first |
Corktown Common Charming—and useful—experiments in urban design |
Church Street Parklets Showing how small changes can redefine our streets |
Jennifer Keesmaat Taking city-building mainstream |
Syed Hussan Helping Toronto become a safe haven for those who need one |
Zoo Elephant Move Prioritizing quality of life over emotional attachment |
Tatiana Maslany Giving us several new sci-fi heroines, simultaneously |
Drake An ambassador who’s proud of Toronto, and does us proud |
Videofag Leading the indie theatre charge in its very first year |
Pat Thornton Comedy for a cause |
The Raptor Making even bad games better fun |
Munenori Kawasaki Infectious, irresistible enthusiasm |