Posts Filed Under: technology

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Civic Tech: The TTC’s Problematic $500,000 Software License Shows Why Procurement Matters

The software licensed by the TTC for its anti-harassment campaign may have been the cheapest bid. But is it ethical?

By Bianca Wylie Oct. 3rd, 5:00 pm

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Free Wi-Fi goes live at all TTC subway stations

Now that Wi-Fi is available at all subway stations, the TTC will tackle connectivity in the tunnels next.

By Stefanie Marotta Sep. 13th, 11:30 am

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What Toronto Can Learn from Other Cities Tapping Into the Power of Data

Data-driven decision-making can help local governments develop programs that yield efficiencies.

By Dorothy Eng Feb. 6th, 10:00 am

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Why Delivering Food Via Bicycle is Good For Neighbourhoods

The case for relocalizing our food system.

By Wayne Roberts Dec. 1st, 4:42 pm

This Street Art at Queen and Spadina Wants to See Better Spelling and Grammar

We miss it, too

By Stephanie Avery Nov. 4th, 10:00 am

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Torontoist Explains: Where Our City’s E-Waste Goes

Where your broken and outdated devices are laid to rest.

By Manjula Selvarajah Mar. 16th, 9:15 am

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Public Works: The Solar-Powered Internetmobile

Philanthropists have brought digital education to remote communities in sub-Saharan Africa. Their method could help Toronto too.

By Peter Goffin Dec. 8th, 11:00 am

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Public Works: Choosing the (Maybe Slightly Longer But) Scenic Route

Researchers have created an algorithm that gets you to your destination in the most beautiful way possible.

By Peter Goffin Jul. 29th, 1:25 pm

Explore Toronto’s Queer Past with Queerstory

New mobile app lets users explore the history of the city's LGBT community.

By Graeme Bayliss Jun. 27th, 2:13 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

The Library Welcomes Its First Innovator in Residence

Expert Derek Quenneville introduces patrons to 3D printing at the Toronto Reference Library.

By Megan Marrelli Apr. 17th, 9:30 am

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3D Printing Is on Its Way to the Toronto Public Library

"Digital Innovation Hubs" are slated to open soon at two TPL locations.

By Sarah Sweet Jan. 9th, 2:10 pm

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Historicist: Hovercrafts to Mimico

A futuristic solution to Metro Toronto gridlock.

By Kevin Plummer Apr. 20th, 12:00 pm

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Vandalist: Programmed to Love

The next phase of technology.

By Stephanie Avery Mar. 28th, 9:00 am

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Arguing for the Cultural Importance of Grindr

In Meet Grindr, author Jaime Woo writes that the gay hookup app doesn't get the respect it deserves.

By Chris Dart Mar. 1st, 9:00 am

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Make a Game at Night, Get Fired in the Morning

David S. Gallant, creator of I Get This Call Every Day, lost his day job after a Star article about his after-hours game-making.

By Mathew Kumar Feb. 11th, 9:00 am

Urban Planner: October 18, 2012

In this Urban Planner: celebrate Toronto's art; a surf-rock band brings its groove to the Horseshoe Tavern; and a conference of technological innovation and ideas kicks off.

By Kyle Bachan Oct. 18th, 7:00 am

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New Mobile App “Not Your Baby” Calls Out Sexual Harassment

Users share experiences and responses to harassment at work, school, and in the streets.

By Desmond Cole • Photo by Corbin SmithSep. 13th, 1:30 pm