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A Farewell From Vandalist

A retrospective of the last five and a half years.

By Stephanie Avery Dec. 22nd, 11:30 am

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Historicist: “Sip ‘n Sex”–Paul Godfrey’s Origin Story

Paul Godfrey battles the menace of rowdy teens at drive-in restaurants in mid-1960s suburbia.

By Jamie Bradburn Jul. 4th, 12:00 pm

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Riding the Union-Pearson Express

We checked out the Union-Pearson Express station at Pearson airport, and did some trainspotting.

By Todd Aalgaard • Photo by Harry ChoiMar. 9th, 4:00 pm

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The Eastern Commerce Way

Despite an enrolment of only 62 students, Eastern Commerce Collegiate Institute continues to have one of the best basketball programs in Toronto. With the school facing closure, we followed the team through the playoffs as the Saints tried to defend their city championship, and the school's legacy.

By Megan Marrelli Mar. 2nd, 12:00 pm

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Mapping Where Torontonians Bike and Run

Developers map out the world's most popular spots for walking, jogging, and cycling—and reveal where in this city Torontonians like, and don't like, to get outside and get active.

By David Hains Feb. 2nd, 12:00 pm

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Royal York: Notorious, and Now Up for Sale

A look back at the history of the Royal York Hotel, which is now up for sale.

By Jamie Bradburn Jun. 4th, 2:30 pm

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A Short History of Toronto’s Street Signs

As decommissioned signs are auctioned off, a look at how some of the city's iconic signage came to be.

By Jamie Bradburn May. 28th, 12:40 pm

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Putting New Streetcars to the Test

The TTC's new fleet is being put through its paces.

By Courtney Greenberg May. 21st, 1:15 pm

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How Property Taxes Work

Toronto's budget debate is often reduced to a fight about property taxes. Unfortunately, almost nobody understands how they work.

By David Hains Jan. 9th, 12:00 pm

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Top Ten Degrassi Junior High Hangouts

By Kiva Reardon • Illustration by Chloe CushmanFeb. 16th, 7:20 pm

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Photo Essay: Toronto's Love of Pool-Hopping

Who needs expensive getaways when there's an escape just down the block?

By Corbin Smith • Photos by Corbin SmithJul. 26th, 10:30 am

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In Search of Toronto’s Geographic Centre

By Stephen Michalowicz Mar. 17th, 1:30 pm

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How to Buy a House on the Toronto Islands

By Robin Rix Aug. 5th, 10:00 am

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Is “No Pets Allowed” Allowed?

Landlords often prohibit tenants from having pets. Can they actually do that?

By Amanda Factor Jun. 17th, 2:30 pm