Posts Filed Under: Kensington Market

From Protests to Parades: A Walking Tour of Labour History on Spadina

Leftist groups, including communists, met at various halls and buildings on Spadina, attracting many radical thinkers.

By Heritage Toronto Jun. 26th, 5:00 pm

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In Sanitizing Toronto of its Grit, Are We Washing Away its Character?

"The relentless gentrification of Toronto is a major concern."

By Erin Davis May. 15th, 9:15 am

Catch the Last Performance of This Prohibition-Era Piece of Toronto History

A local theatre success breaks out in Kensington, while an internationally sourced show breaks conventions to critique theatrical "tourism".

By Steve Fisher Apr. 16th, 4:00 pm

What To Check Out in Toronto September 6-11: TIFF 2016, Manifesto Festival, and the League of Lady Wrestlers

Festivals both big (TIFF) and small (Manifesto); theatre at Second City, and in a shipping container; local lady wrestlers, and a wrestling legend.

By Steve Fisher Sep. 6th, 11:30 am

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Kensington Market is Becoming a Haven for Pot Dispensaries

"I'm so surprised," said no one ever.

By Stefanie Phillips May. 5th, 1:00 pm

Vandalist: Raccoon City

A tribute to Toronto's unofficial mascot.

By Stephanie Avery Jan. 22nd, 10:00 am

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How Heritage Conservation Districts Get Funded in Toronto

With mounting development pressures, heritage conservation districts play an increasingly crucial role in preserving the city's historical fabric.

By Alex Corey Nov. 26th, 1:30 pm

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TVCITY: Violin Prophet

Torontoist presents TVCITY, presenting cinematic views of city life.

By Daniel Goodbaum Oct. 8th, 1:45 pm

A Farewell to Videofag

The beloved Kensington arts space will be shuttering its doors after its upcoming season.

By Kelli Korducki • Illustration by Matthew DaleyAug. 25th, 2:15 pm

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Vintage Toronto Ads: “The Romance of Mexican Food”

Revisiting Toronto's original taco craze, when jalapenos were a delicacy.

By Jamie Bradburn Mar. 11th, 12:00 pm

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Spotted: A Jokerized Al Waxman Statue

The King of Kensington gets some Gotham-style vandalism.

By David Hains May. 9th, 11:30 am

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I Want Your Job: Lo Agolli, Cobbler

Meet the woman who's bringing old-school shoemaking skills back to Toronto, one handmade step at a time.

By Kaitlyn Kochany Mar. 12th, 12:59 pm

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Loblaws Is Coming to Kensington Market

Despite local opposition, the grocery chain is set to open a 20,000-square-foot location in a new condo development.

By Sarah Sweet Jan. 28th, 10:20 am

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Duly Quoted: Kensington Market’s Statue Thieves

After an apparent attack of conscience, the people who took Schmalz's statue of a begging Jesus proceeded to return it.

By Sarah Sweet Dec. 5th, 2:30 pm

Spice City Toronto: Jerk Chicken for Downtowners

Kensington Market has a new Jamaican chicken shop to rival anything in the suburbs.

By Sarah Efron / Spice City Toronto Oct. 10th, 10:00 am

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Reel Toronto: No Heart Feelings

A humble indie film presents the city as its real, beautiful self.

By David Fleischer Aug. 22nd, 9:15 am

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Brewers Experiment With Home-Grown Hops

Most breweries import hops from overseas, but a few local craft brewers are looking into an alternative.

By Sheena Lyonnais Aug. 16th, 2:00 pm

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Kensington Market Tries to Crowdfund its Fight Against RioCan and Walmart

Using a Kickstarter-like platform, Friends of Kensington Market is trying to raise money to help quash a developer's designs.

By Steve Kupferman Jul. 18th, 5:00 pm