Posts Filed Under: Toronto

Habitat: Environmentalists eye city’s investment policies

Divestment is “more urgent” in Toronto than NYC

By Michael Lapointe Apr. 12th, 9:37 am

Has Toronto Become a City of Instagram Photo Ops?

Food, art, even public space now seems to revolve around aesthetic value as judged by the social network.

By Erin Davis Mar. 19th, 3:28 pm

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Public Works: How 2018 Will Redefine Toronto’s Use of Public Space

This year, Toronto could see spaces reimagined in a way that will serve as inspiration for other cities.

By Erin Davis Jan. 19th, 9:00 am

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What’s on the agenda for December’s Toronto City Council meeting?

Your need-to-know guide to this week’s council meeting.

By Sarah Niedoba Dec. 5th, 5:50 am

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Reimagined spaces benefit Toronto artists, communities, and developers

By Erin Davis Nov. 6th, 6:30 pm

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City, developer lay out competing visions for downtown’s largest undeveloped space

The rail corridor could become a 21-acre park, or mixed-use area with towers and some green space.

By Michael Lapointe Sep. 26th, 1:00 pm

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Are Laneway Suites a Solution to Toronto’s Housing Crisis?

"There are thousands of opportunities to build small, one-family units along laneways.”

By Erin Davis Jul. 5th, 4:30 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

‘The Unsung S/heroes’ Takes African Grandmothers From the Shadows to the Spotlight

Get an intimate look into the lives of the African grandmothers who are the (s)heroes at the heart of the response to Africa’s AIDS pandemic at the CONTACT Photography Festival.

By Erin Davis May. 6th, 12:00 pm

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Airbnb is Making Toronto’s Terrible Rental Market Even Worse

The city is becoming increasingly unaffordable for anyone except the wealthy.

By Erin Davis Apr. 12th, 11:30 am

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In Photos: Toronto’s International Women’s Day March

Marchers raise issues including childcare, racism, queer and trans rights, poverty, and action on violence against women.

By Anders Marshall Mar. 12th, 10:29 am

Spotted: Toronto Mosque Vigil

On Monday, thousands of Canadians gathered in mourning and solidarity.

By Sarah Duong Jan. 31st, 8:15 am

Bar Hop Brewco Releases First In-House Beers

After much anticipation, the famed Toronto bar is now making its own beer, and, surprising no one, it's damned good.

By Robin LeBlanc Jan. 27th, 12:00 pm

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Exciting New Revenue Streams for a Cash-Strapped Toronto

If City Council wants to balance the budget so badly, maybe advertising on Airbnb will help.

By Richard Light • Illustration by Brett LambJan. 5th, 4:00 pm

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Four Ways that SmartTrack Could See More Problems

It has political support, but it's still an unfunded plan with billions in questionable assumptions.

By Neville Park Nov. 4th, 11:00 am

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How Yonge-Dundas Square Can Solve its Programming Gap During The Off-Season

The public square is relatively empty during winter months.

By Lisa Cumming Aug. 18th, 1:00 pm

Local Beer to Take Home As The World Melts In This Stupid Heat

Because it's too damned hot outside.

By Robin LeBlanc Aug. 5th, 1:30 pm

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The City Wants to Engage More Youth in Urban Planning

A new strategy aims to create space for young Torontonians who care about city building.

By Lisa Cumming Jul. 19th, 3:00 pm