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Vincent relaxes in between takes during filming for the new CTV series "Played" on site at Roundhouse Park on Friday, May 18, 2013. I had run into the actor recently during filming at Yonge-Dundas Square. The 13 episode, scripted drama series will ai

#Toronto Strip Show at Steam Whistle Brewing

Published on 2013-05-17 22:54:00

Comics and collages from artists featured at the Toronto Comic Arts Festival were hanging from the walls of the brewery as a celebration of the 10th Anniversary of the festival.

PINBALLAPALOOZA and Tommy in #Toronto

Published on 2013-05-16 08:03:00

100 machines are setup in First Canadian Place for the world record attempt at pinball play as part of the @StratFest promotion of Tommy. The free event is PINBALLAPALOOZA and sneak preview concerts will also take place during the afternoon at the Wa

Gardiner Expressway rehab and deck replacement

Published on 2013-05-16 08:00:00

#Toronto will replace the deck of the elevated expressway starting at the west end instead of the east end. This will allow for an environment assessment of the easterly end running between Jarvis Street and the Don Roadway. The City will be looking

#Toronto City Manager to advise on jets at Island Airport

Published on 2013-05-15 21:10:00

City Council asked their top

Fun things to do in #Toronto September & October 2013

Published on 2013-05-15 20:41:00

Zombies come to un-life in late fall Canadian National Exhibition CNE

Canadian drivers at @HondaIndy #Toronto

Published on 2013-05-15 19:51:00

Hot on the wheels of recent wins in IZOD IndyCar races James Hinchcliffe will be joined by Alex Tagliani when they return to Canada this weekend, immediately after final qualifying sessions at the Indianapolis 500. The Canadian drivers will celebrate

Peggy's Cove Lighthouse in #Toronto

Published on 2013-05-15 14:07:00

A 28 foot replica of the famous east coast lighthouse is in the financial district at the corner of Bay and Wellington Streets. Too many banks were getting hit by passing icebergs and ferrys so the City thought it would be a good idea to put the ligh

Victoria Day holidays in #Toronto

Published on 2013-05-14 19:57:00

Fireworks and public activities can keep everyone busy on the Victoria Day holiday long weekend in May 2013. Here is the City's press release with the weekend events."The City of Toronto will offer a wide variety of activities for residents on Monday

@DQCanada Upside Down Circus

Published on 2013-05-14 12:18:00

10,000 free mini @KitKat Blizzard treats were handed during the Dairy Queen Canada Upside Down Circus held in #Toronto on Tuesday, May 14, 2013. A high flying acrobat stage was set up in Yonge-Dundas Square with performances at noon and 12:30 pm. Sev

@Hooters Eastern Canada Bikini Finals 2013

Published on 2013-05-13 21:16:00

#Toronto Airport Hooters will be the place to be on Tuesday, May 14 at 7pm as the winners of individual restaurant bikini contests will compete for the Eastern Canada Bikini Championship. My friend Roger will probably be there so keep an eye out for

Falun Dafa Day 2013

Published on 2013-05-13 21:01:00

Bands, balloons and dancing dragons were part of the World Falun Dafa Day celebrations in #Toronto. Rows of people sat and practiced meditation in Nathan Phillips Square during the May 13th event.

Blossoms at Osgoode Hall

Published on 2013-05-13 20:38:00

Spring blossoms are still popping up around #Toronto and the set of trees in front of the Upper Canada Law Society building on Queen Street West have some beautiful pink flowers in bloom. Photos taken Monday, May 13, 2013

Maple Leafs on the road to victory

Published on 2013-05-13 19:36:00

Skating their little hearts out, the #Toronto Maple Leafs team has brought the first round NHL playoffs to the final of seven games against the Boston Bruins. Already in the second period the Leafs are winning 2-1. Fans in hockey jerseys and painted

Take a walk on the Wildside

Published on 2013-05-12 20:46:00

The #Toronto crossdressing store on Gerrard Street across from Allan Gardens has a colourful signs and a motorcycle drawing attention to the establishment. A mannequin stands in the window. A sign for Paddy's Playhouse beside the door. Female im

Swift Rapids Dam and Locks

Published on 2013-05-12 00:04:00

I attended a memorial service at the Trent-Severn Waterway lock number 43 and hydro-electric dam at Severn Falls north of Orillia. The weather and the views made for a perfect day to reflect on life. In an earlier time the area was settled by the hyd

Global MJ March #Toronto 2013

Published on 2013-05-11 00:00:00

Gathering at 'High Noon" at Queen's Park North the marchers will head out at about 2pm on Saturday, May 11, 2013. Traveling north to Bloor, then easterly to Yonge Street, before finishing at Bay and Wellesley Streets. This is the 15th annual march an

Maple Leafs lead Bruins in game 5

Published on 2013-05-10 20:23:00

The area outside of the #Toronto ACC centre was ready for hometown hockey fans to show up for the 5th NHL playoff series 1 game in Boston against the Bruins. In the third period Toronto leads 2 -0.

Upcoming #Toronto Pro SuperShow 2013

Published on 2013-05-09 20:51:00

@TOProSuperShow starts at the end of May and brings a full slate of muscle and fitness exhibitors and competitions along with amateur Mixed Martial Arts (MMA) kickboxing from Combative Sports Canada. Located at the Metro Toronto Convention Centre w

Canada Trust tulips

Published on 2013-05-09 20:32:00

Spring is in the air and flowers and leaves are bringing some much needed colour into the city. This is the front steps of the Canada Trust building on Bay Street. I don't know though - do you think they went overboard on the whole nature thing? Thos

Blossoms at #Toronto Old City Hall

Published on 2013-05-09 20:11:00

Pink blossoms have popped out in the trees around the Old City Hall Courthouse on Queen Street West. The trees along University Avenue should also be blooming. Full bloom should happen over the next day or two - these photos were taken today; Thursda

Fountains flowing again at #Toronto City Hall

Published on 2013-05-08 21:51:00

In another sign of support for the upcoming summer season the City has turned on the fountains and filled the reflecting pool in Nathan Phillips Square.

Covert Investigations Unit: PLAYED

Published on 2013-05-08 21:46:00

Film production is underway in #Toronto for the new CTV drama series called PLAYED with Vincent Walsh (pictured above in the blue suit) playing the series lead actor as undercover cop John Moreland. The Muse Entertainment Enterprises and Back Alley F

Victoria Day SpeedFest at Mosport

Published on 2013-05-07 19:52:00

The May two-four holiday weekend is a little early this year but it brings some fine racing to the @CanadianTire Motorsport Park (@CTMPOfficial) with the NASCAR Canadian Tire Series season opener as well as races by the Canadian Tire Touring Car Cham

Rattle & Roll foosball

Published on 2013-05-06 20:09:00

Second only to professional European football play, the foosball game hits a new level in #Toronto with a competition at the @2ndFloorEvents at 261 King Street West. Organized by a community of foosball players known as The Table, the Rattle & Roll t

Watching #Toronto Maple Leafs outside ACC

Published on 2013-05-05 12:55:00

Fans of the hockey team flocked to the Air Canada Centre to watch the away game action on the giant screen overlooking Maple Leaf Square. Toronto's second playoff game was held Saturday, May 4, 2013 in Boston and this game against the Bruins went muc

CONTACT #Toronto: Pyramid

Published on 2013-05-05 12:33:00

A single photograph hangs from the tall, curved ceiling of the Allan Lambert Galleria in @ArtsBrookfield Place as part of the Scotiabank @ContactPhoto Festival. The commissioned work by Vancouver artist James Nizam was made by shining individual ligh

Budweiser Pop Up Store

Published on 2013-05-04 22:56:00

It looked like there would be beer in Yonge-Dundas Square, but there wasn't, except for the big, blowup version, empty except for air. Budweiser had hockey type games and you could purchase the goal light, shown below, for only $149. Get it on wifi,

Cherry Blossoms in #Toronto

Published on 2013-05-04 21:41:00

The beautiful flowers fill the trees and small petals fall to the ground as the blossoming of the cherry trees comes to High Park, Queen's Park and the University of Toronto. The only thing more plentiful than the blossoms are the people enjoying the

May the fourth be with you!

Published on 2013-05-03 23:01:00

#Toronto Star Wars fans look forward to several things - new Star Wars movies, ComiCons and May 4th. This Saturday you can get out your light sabre and save a princess. Speaking of ComiCons don't forget Anime North May 24-26, 2013 and FanExpo Comic

Fruits & Passion for Mother's Day

Published on 2013-05-03 22:20:00

#ILoveYouMom ambassadors were outside the #Toronto @toEatonCentre on Friday, May 3 to help promote @Fruits_Passion products and their upcoming Mothers Day Facebook contest. With the special day for Moms fast approaching it would be helpful to win one

Spring in your step

Published on 2013-05-03 12:32:00

The weather gods turned on a switch and has let the sunshine flow in #Toronto and citizens took to the street in droves in shorts . Around the Eaton Centre there was a ton of stuff going on: guys were giving free hugs on the corner of Yonge and Dunda

Protest against Goldcorp in #Toronto

Published on 2013-05-02 21:53:00

The mining injustice group was protesting the Annual Shareholder Meeting of Goldcorp on May 2, 2013 at Bay and Adelaide. They claim that the mining company has left toxic sites in North and South America. Banners and masks marked the hazardous zone

The G Project: This is your planet

Published on 2013-05-02 21:26:00

The @QRCodes for This is your planet painted on the sidewalks of #Toronto. Bringing the power of crowdsourcing to improve the planet. The G Project hosted by G Adventures and Planeterra Foundation is looking for community focused, sustainable ideas t

Going to High Park for Cherry Blossoms

Published on 2013-05-02 18:30:00

The blossoms are supposed to be out on the weekend, with Sunday and Monday being the optimal days to view the cherry trees. See you in the park!

Comical Graffiti

Published on 2013-05-01 20:56:00

With the latest #Toronto war against graffiti you might want to check out the alleys to see the funny and colourful street art before they are washed over with new paint.

#Toronto Maple Leafs in Playoffs

Published on 2013-05-01 20:42:00

In the first round of the 2013 NHL playoffs with the Boston Bruins our home town

Cute wild kittens

Published on 2013-05-01 20:01:00

Back after a couple of days - here are a clutch, den or gaggle of wild kittys. They were all adopted and the mother was fixed, so just enjoy their cuteness!

enRoute Film Festival 2013 submissions open

Published on 2013-05-01 19:21:00

The @AirCanada @enRoutemag short Film Festival is calling for entries into the seventh annual competition with a $5,000 top prize and where the winners will also attend a major international film festival and have their films shown on the airline's i

Vietnam: The journey continues

Published on 2013-04-28 09:39:00

#Toronto Nathan Phillips Square welcomed the Vietnamese as they continued to protest for freedom in their home country. The flags and umbrellas and costumes brought a bright splash of colour into the concrete square on Saturday, April 27, 2013.

Willard the missing pigeon in #Toronto

Published on 2013-04-28 08:38:00

@_StevenTwigg has lost his pigeon which strangely responds to the name Willard. The illustrator has included a fantastic drawing of Willard and posted it on a traffic control box on Queen Street West, near city hall.

Military Parade down University Avenue

Published on 2013-04-27 18:45:00

Bear skin hats, kilts and pipers were major parts of the War of 1812 Battle of York Bicentennial celebrations in #Toronto on Saturday, April 27, 2013. After His Royal Highness Prince Philip, The Duke of Edinburgh presented new Regimental Colours to t

Battle of York Bicentennial 2013

Published on 2013-04-27 00:00:00

The army will march again on the 200th anniversary of the battle between Canada and the United States during the War of 1812. Two centuries of peace followed the war when Toronto, then known as the Upper Canada Town of York only held approximately 70

Morgan Freeman tribute in #Toronto

Published on 2013-04-26 20:12:00

Academy Award winner Morgan Freeman will we awarded The Key of Knowledge at a @CdnFriendsHU

#Toronto Flower Market

Published on 2013-04-26 18:33:00

Flowers Canada and

CN Tower: Back on the edge

Published on 2013-04-24 21:27:00

Early spring must make for a cool walk on the top of the #Toronto @TourCNTower EdgeWalk! The tall concrete tower is a nice landmark in the city's skyline.

2013 Hooters Bikini Contest Winners

Published on 2013-04-24 12:15:00

The 2013 winners The annual Downtown #Toronto Hooters bikini contest, which featured a bevy of beautiful ladies, was held on Tuesday, April 23 in the newly renovated restaurant. Beginning with the traditional Hooters tank top and orange shorts the

VIA Rail Terror Suspect at Old City Hall Court

Published on 2013-04-23 12:04:00

One of the two suspects in the VIA Rail terror plot appeared in the old #Toronto City Hall on Tuesday, April 23, 2013. He was remanded into custody until late May, with a publication ban on the evidence. The second suspect was sent to Montreal. The a

Air Pressure back in town

Published on 2013-04-22 20:48:00

The Blue Birds of Happiness are back in the air at the RBC Plaza lobby across from the #Toronto Union Station. The public art installation is by Studio F Minus and was designed to show Oxford Properties commitment to sustainability.

Colourful signs of #Toronto

Published on 2013-04-21 21:08:00

Buildings maybe boring grey concrete and glass but sometimes the signs make up for the lack of colour in the city and nothing says colour like the signs at Honest Eds. The old Sam the Record Man Neon Signs on Yonge Street CHUM Radio Station

William Lyon Mackenzie Fire Rescue Boat

Published on 2013-04-21 20:48:00

The fire boat takes centre stage at a #Toronto International Air Show event. It has six jets of water blasting into the sky to show the planes flying fast overhead the middle of the aerial performance. And here is a little fire boat

Graffiti tongue

Published on 2013-04-20 21:44:00

I Spudly knew you, but the tongue says you look good. The Spud bombs and their varied faces are a staple of the downtown #Toronto graffiti scene. They look so happy. HOPE Listen: I fought the law! Walking past a musical mural A port

Fire Department on Duty

Published on 2013-04-19 22:12:00

Several units of the #Toronto FD roll to a Bay Street bank building. Crew members put on their bunker suits and head inside to investigate the call.

#Toronto Things

Published on 2013-04-18 21:20:00

Dull grey skies of winter and early spring will soon be changing to the bright, sunny skies and warm breezes and the cosy sidewalk patios in summer. While the city slows in the cold season it still has a lot to offer - but I still like it better duri

Cherry Blossoms still hiding

Published on 2013-04-18 19:13:00

Reports from High Park tell us that buds have turned green and are starting to swell - we are just weeks away from the #Toronto 2013 Blossoming! Since both the spring weather and the blossoms still have some time before they appear it is time to reme

PawsWay in April 2013

Published on 2013-04-18 18:39:00

@PawsWay #Toronto Upcoming Event CalendarExciting events and activities take place just about every day in the 3,500-square-foot Pet Park at PawsWay. Join us for this month's fun events. Puppy Kindergarten Saturday, April 20th 4:30pm – 5:3

Ghost Bike Memorial for Mike Rankin

Published on 2013-04-17 20:08:00

A lonely white bike sits on University Avenue in #Toronto. It is a memorial for bike courier Mike Rankin who died after being struck by a taxi in November 2012. The 56 year old Zap courier was hit at University Ave and Richmond Street and suffered se

Goose Island micro-brewery coming to #Toronto

Published on 2013-04-16 20:35:00

Spring will bring the Chicago's award-winning beer as part of Labatt's High End Premium brands to Canada. Starting with vintage bold Belgian-style Ales - Sofie with it's orange and vanilla notes, and Matilda's spiciness, complement the finest of food

#Toronto SPiN Ping Pong League

Published on 2013-04-16 19:02:00

Its not a pong-o-cracy, its a Ping Pong

#Toronto Buskerfest 2013 moves to Yonge St

Published on 2013-04-16 18:24:00

The popular street performer festival will move out of the St Lawrence Market area and onto the World's longest street for this year's show in August 22-25. The four day event will be held on Yonge Street from Queen St to Gerrard Street. The market w

Justin Trudeau wins Liberal leadership

Published on 2013-04-15 21:20:00

With an overwhelming majority of the votes, Justin takes the Liberal leadership crown and appears on Monday, April 15, 2013 in Canada's Parliament. The country's parliamentary website has already been updated with the new information. First elected i

Clean #Toronto this weekend

Published on 2013-04-15 20:04:00

The yellow marker than cautions people about slippery surfaces is up at city hall, I looked but could not find the giant mop and therefore have to think that their giant sign is a dud. Friday, April 19 is the Corporate and School Clean-up while Satur

Injustice: #Toronto Batman Among Us

Published on 2013-04-15 19:39:00

The brilliant caped crime fighter (@torontobatman), slightly depressed because his parents are dead, crosses a scramble intersection - his spidey bat senses tingling, and his game hand ready for the new PS3 video game Injustice: Gods Among Us. Playst

National Motorcycle and Tattoo Show 2013

Published on 2013-04-14 22:33:00

Pink skin and shiny chrome marked the 32nd annual motorcycle and tattoo show

Green Living Show #Toronto

Published on 2013-04-14 21:37:00

Tens of thousands poured into the Direct Energy Centre over the April 12-14, 2013 weekend to learn how to be more eco-friendly and how to help protect the environment. Terracycle (photo at top) eliminates waste by turning used items, like candy wrapp

Sudbury Saturday Night

Published on 2013-04-13 23:03:00

I had an opportunity to visit the northern Ontario city of Sudbury and can testify that they do have a big nickel. The city is about four hours north of Toronto and the drive can be a little dicey in winter and early spring. We were there to check ou

Steam Whistle art bats

Published on 2013-04-11 21:33:00

Making fantastic beer and supporting the arts are two top priorities for the @SteamWhistle Brewing company down at the #Toronto Roundhouse. From April 3-30 the "Season Opener" baseball bats are featured in the brewery. Monthly art exhibitions in the

20 Questions with James Hamilton

Published on 2013-04-10 21:30:00

@fslocaltoronto poses 20 questions to various #Toronto bloggers, media personalities, celebrities and business leaders and you can check out my answers on their website:

It's a spring Christmas

Published on 2013-04-10 20:26:00

Shooting star Xmas decorations hang along Adelaide Street just east of Yonge Street in Toronto even though the holiday season has passed by some months ago. It seems a little late for the decorations - maybe they are shooting a movie nearby. Weather

Enclosed Space in Brookfield Place

Published on 2013-04-10 20:11:00

@ArtsBrookfield commissioned the installation of approximately 3,000 anodized aluminum rods, each topped with a shiny, half sphere, by artist Scott Massey. It doesn't flow as much as the real thing in the enclosed space, but it was inspired by a whea

Torch of Life

Published on 2013-04-09 12:38:00

Kayla’s Wish “Torch of Life” Vigil is holding a 2.5km relay in #Toronto from April 3 to April 30, 2013. The relay begins at Queens Park and I ran into this couple walking the flaming torch south along Yonge Street. The vigil is named after Kayl

Clean #Toronto Together and the Green Living Show

Published on 2013-04-09 12:28:00

April 19-20, 2013 is the upcoming Clean Toronto Together program, which was announced by Mayor Rob Ford earlier this month, which is a community event to reduce litter and remove graffiti vandalism and posters. A promotion was happening downtown toda

Kate Mior: Wind-up Toy in #Toronto

Published on 2013-04-09 12:05:00

Bringing a touch of whimsy to the famous Yonge and Dundas intersection was the delightful @KateMior dressed up as her Coppelia wind-up doll character. The street busker, well known for her Marie Antoinette and Angelina characters, enchant passers-by

Flowers in #Toronto Allan Gardens

Published on 2013-04-08 20:46:00

I couldn't wait for spring flowers and assorted blossoms so I went to the crystal palace known as Allan Gardens Conservatory, especially after posting about the aboriginal mural called "All My Relations". The six greenhouses are full of a stunning va

On the #Toronto waterfront

Published on 2013-04-07 20:47:00

Lake Ontario welcomes the coming spring weather and surprisingly the boats are already out in the harbour. I caught a four person sculling boat warming up on a sunny Saturday during the first weekend April. Later some sailboats headed out of the harb

Kevin Clarke has a megaphone

Published on 2013-04-07 19:43:00

#Toronto heard the voice of Kevin recently as he used a megaphone at the corner of Queen Street West and Bay Street and voiced his displeasure of the current city hall. He wasn't attracting a crowd even though plenty of pedestrians pass by during the

Mini Harper protest by Idle No More

Published on 2013-04-06 22:25:00

Several members of the First Nations protest group Idle No More wave the flag and walk through Yonge and Dundas intersection to protest Prime Minister Harper. V is for Vidle No More! The Saturday, April 6, 2013 gathering was low key and the small a

Zombie Pierre Trudeau protests the Liberal Party

Published on 2013-04-06 16:39:00

Six Federal Liberal candidates are pressing the flesh at the National Showcase event in #Toronto on Saturday, April 6, 2013. Surprisingly the mini-convention did not erupt in rabid fear with the presence of several of the undead led by Zombie Pierre

Zombie Trudeau and a Pillow Fight

Published on 2013-04-05 18:24:00

The first weekend of the April thaw will see Zombies march outside the Metro #Toronto Convention Centre. They ask people to shuffle over to the Front Street entrance at 2pm on Saturday, April 6. The undead will march with Zombie Pierre Trudeau outsid

First Nations painting at Allan Gardens

Published on 2013-04-03 21:14:00

All My Relations is an aboriginal mural painted on the #Toronto Gerrard watermain replacement project's temporary construction wall. The painting which celebrates Aboriginal Life was started in the summer of 2012 and was dedicated on November 9, 2012

As time wears on

Published on 2013-04-02 21:31:00

and spring can't seem to read the pleadings of a window display, we must look back at many of the fascinating sights of #Toronto. And as the band played on as we learn of the importance of being Earnest - sorry, we just loaded Netflix on our Wii - ah

Spring Starts Here

Published on 2013-04-02 21:10:00

The window displays at the Hudson's Bay Company downtown #Toronto store speak the truth, even as the temperatures return to below freezing, the heart wants what the heart wants. Welcome spring, welcome rays of light that fight against the cold breeze

Fun things to do in #Toronto July & August 2013

Published on 2013-04-01 20:07:00

Summer is at its peak in the big, bad city of #Toronto and the fun is fearsome. July Chin Picnic

Happy Easter my Peeps

Published on 2013-03-31 11:21:00

Easter long weekend means food, family and fun and hopefully a few days off to relax and enjoy it all as we celebrate the pagan goddess Easter and possibly for many other things. Peeps are the marshmallow treats shaped like cartoon chicks, bunnies an

The Fire Guy returns

Published on 2013-03-30 23:42:00

Toasty Spring

Easter Weekend in #Toronto

Published on 2013-03-30 22:32:00

The 2013 Beaches Lions Easter Parade begins at 2pm on Sunday, March 31 and leaves from Queen Street at Munro Park, following Queen Street and ending at Woodbine Avenue. Other weekend family activities from Toronto Parks, Forestry and Recreation inclu

Hmmm, Sugarbush

Published on 2013-03-29 23:29:00

The annual running of the sap is happening right now in a tapped out maple tree in a forest near you. A full forest isn't really needed, just tap an individual tree and boil the sticky sweet sap until you are left with maple syrup. If you want to see

#Toronto cherry blossom watch 2013

Published on 2013-03-29 10:17:00

As March ends and we head into the Easter long weekend it is time for the annual spring cherry blossom watch. In 2012 the buds started coming out at the start of April, while in 2011 the buds waited until May to appear. So far the reports show no bud

Yonge Street Alleyways

Published on 2013-03-28 22:45:00

The Bills by Things graffiti are still surviving on the alleyways along Yonge Street in the downtown core of #Toronto. Not all cool graffiti is along Queen Street West, there is a lot of street art along small streets running parallel to the main dra

Chalkmaster Dave's 3D lounge

Published on 2013-03-28 22:11:00

Astronauts, knights of the round table and dinosaur fossils came to life in chalk 3D outside of the #Toronto Eaton Centre. The large sidewalk mural was done for a promotion for Bell and Fibe, 4G LTE.

Berczy Park sidewalk

Published on 2013-03-27 21:45:00

Remembering the sidewalk which is painted for chalk colouring, sitting in the shadow of trees beside the #Toronto Flatiron building. If the drawing is to scale it must be Clifford the Big Red Dog beside the CN Tower. This is one of my favourite place

Box people in #Toronto

Published on 2013-03-26 13:53:00

Two workers roll some box people along Queen Street West. They box people were out and about probably because the temperatures were above freezing and the warm sun was shining on our fair city. They seemed a little wooden to me.

Lady smokes at Cameron House

Published on 2013-03-26 13:40:00

A new mural adorns the ever changing face of Cameron House on #Toronto’s Queen Street West. A young lady smokes a cigarette while talking on the phone, meanwhile just above her head are the giant “ten ants” that climb the brick walls of the bui

Hearts in Sonya's Park

Published on 2013-03-25 22:03:00

Bright graffiti is complemented by hanging hearts at 63 Oxford Street in #Toronto. The community park and flower gardens in the Kensington Market is enclosed within bricks and fence and the bright graffiti really stands out. Joining the hearts are a

MegaSpeed Bikini Contest 2013

Published on 2013-03-24 01:07:00

It was a twofer as the #Toronto @MegaSpeedShow had a Best Booty of North America Contest along with the famous Miss MegaSpeed Bikini Contest at the car and truck show. First up was the Booty contest. See more of the competitions after the jump.

Girls of MegaSpeed 2013

Published on 2013-03-23 23:25:00

Girls, girls, girls of the 2013 #Toronto @MegaSpeedShow competed in the Bikini Contest and the Best Booty in North America Contest as well as the many promotional models in the halls of the International Centre. See more of the lovely ladi

MegaSpeed Custom Car & Truck Show 2013

Published on 2013-03-23 22:13:00

The @MegaSpeedShow in #Toronto brought together the classics, racers and tuners together, along with a fine bevy of beautiful girls, for the weekend car and truck event taking over the International Centre March 22-24, 2013. See my photos of MegaSpee

Just for laughs: John Dore-able

Published on 2013-03-21 22:22:00

HBO presented Funny As Hell LIVE hosted by John Dore during the Canadian International Comedy Fest in #Toronto. The event was held in the Randolph Theatre on Bathurst just south of Bloor and the former church is a perfect place to watch some good com

Even statues have to commute in #Toronto

Published on 2013-03-21 09:42:00

The gold businessman living statue makes his way towards the downtown core walking along a busy Yonge Street during the afternoon rush hour. http://www.torontograndprixtourist.com/2013/02/copper-businessman-and-bumblebee.html

Spring Vernal Equinox and the Day of Happiness in #Toronto

Published on 2013-03-21 08:33:00

Booyah! Yesterday passed without much fanfare but we reached an important milestone within the Canadian calendar: The first day of Spring happened and some people smiled a bit more than usual during the UN International Day of Happiness. This marks t

Model Search at #Toronto Pro SuperShow

Published on 2013-03-19 20:35:00

RK Pubs will feature three model searches at the upcoming @TOProSuperShow 2013: Oxygen Fitness, MuscleMag Bikini and the Reps Men's Fitness Model Search events. The GNC Live Well Toronto ProSuperShow fitness and sporting event will be at the Metro

March 22-24 weekend in #Toronto

Published on 2013-03-19 20:16:00

I looked out he window and what did I see, cold white snow falling down on me! Yeah, if winter could just end, that would be great. Forget about the beaches along Lake Ontario, they won't be ready for a few more months. Stay inside and enjoy some of

Target Opens in #Toronto

Published on 2013-03-18 19:30:00

Target stores in East York Town Centre and the Centrepoint Mall will open Tuesday, March 19, 2013 as part of the soft launch of an additional 21 stores in Ontario. So far only three pilot stores located in Guelph, Milton and Fergus have been open to

#Toronto St Patrick's Day Parade

Published on 2013-03-17 15:54:00

The long green line marched between sidewalks full of Irish and Irish fans during the Sunday, March 17, 2013 St Patrick's Day Parade. Starting at noon from Bloor and St George before heading down Yonge Street and later passing by the review stand on

International Spring Motorcycle Show 2013

Published on 2013-03-16 19:08:00

#Toronto riders were drawn to the International Centre for the March 16-17 motorcycle spring show for the

A little bit of #Toronto

Published on 2013-03-15 19:07:00

A dog seems uptight in the St Lawrence Market. A long line of Bixi bikes await riders on Front Street Land Shark skates for CN Power of the Toronto Roller Derby League A tall ship in the harbour Wonky Wave Decks at Harbourfront The ele

Hypnotic Kate Hudson

Published on 2013-03-14 19:57:00

Look deep into the eyes of the Hollywood movie star, daughter of Goldie Hawn, as she poses for Ann Taylor. She has hypnotic, beautiful eyes, a mix of red and orange - really not what I expected from the actress, but I guess movie magic make up really

The LIFE of PI

Published on 2013-03-13 21:04:00

Over the past couple of days artist Chalkmaster Dave and his assistant have painted the 3D Life of PI in the #Toronto Eaton Centre. Today on Wednesday, March 13, 2013 the project was finished and the boy and the Tiger float on a boat on the Ocean, re

This weekend Spring Motorcycle Show

Published on 2013-03-12 21:06:00

#Toronto can check out some choppers during the weekend Motorcycle Springshow

Ching Chong Chinaman by Lauren Yee

Published on 2013-03-12 20:29:00

Zoe Doyle, Brenda Kamino, Oliver Koomsatira, Richard Lee, Jane Luk and John Ng appear in the Fu-GEN Theatre performance of Ching Chong Chinaman from March 12-30, 2013. Director Nina Lee Aquino takes the reins at the Aki Studio Theatre at Daniels Spec

End of outdoor ice skating 2013

Published on 2013-03-12 20:00:00

#Toronto outdoor recreation skating facilities will close on Friday, March 15 as the winter season winds down. The 14 outdoor rinks finish off the march break week with extended hours while the City's ski and snowboard hills (Centennial Park and Earl

TorontoGrandPrixTourist.com

Published on 2013-03-11 21:43:00

Welcome all to my new branded custom domain blog for Toronto Grand Prix Tourist: http://www.torontograndprixtourist.com . Please note that all current links for torontogp.blogspot.com still work. Thanks Google, you make it easy!

St Patrick's Day Parade coming

Published on 2013-03-11 21:39:00

The annual #Toronto St Paddy's Day parade is this Sunday, March 17, 2013. Floats, bands and parade participants with first gather at Bloor and St George before heading out on Bloor Street at noon, south on Yonge Street and heading to Nathan Phillips

Tibetan march and cultural rally

Published on 2013-03-10 21:41:00

On the anniversary of the 1959 Tibetan Rebellion a community gathered in #Toronto on Sunday, March 10 to commemorate the National Uprising Day. Members “express solidarity with ongoing struggle of human spirit against the brutal might of China in T

Tibetan march and cultural rally

Published on 2013-03-10 21:41:00

More ComiCon March 2013

Published on 2013-03-10 20:19:00

It's time for another look at the cosplay and stars from the #Toronto ComiCon presented by FanExpo. See the cast of Star Trek: The Next Generation on my post here and some more cosplay and exhibitors on my post here. Alex Rose cosplay and photogra

More ComiCon March 2013

Published on 2013-03-10 20:19:00

Star Trek: TNG at #Toronto ComiCon

Published on 2013-03-10 00:35:00

Cast of the sci-fi series Star Trek: The Next Generation signed autographs and met their loyal fans at the March 2013 Hobby Star ComiCon sponsored by FanExpo. Members of the latex security and health teams beamed down first to make sure everything wa

Star Trek: TNG at #Toronto ComiCon

Published on 2013-03-10 00:35:00

#Toronto ComiCon March 2013

Published on 2013-03-09 21:22:00

A beautiful zombie angel comes down to earth to eat a human heart at the Hobby Star ComiCon presented by FanExpo. Sexy latex Star Trek ladies - see the cast of TNG in this post. Laura Vandervoort from Smallville and V

#Toronto ComiCon March 2013

Published on 2013-03-09 21:22:00

A beautiful zombie angel comes down to earth to eat a human heart at the Hobby Star ComiCon presented by FanExpo. The March 9-10 event featured the cast of Star Trek: The Next Generation as well as stars of other sci-fi shows, Comic guests, authors a

#Toronto FC Home Opener 2013

Published on 2013-03-09 07:03:00

The big red @TorontoFC comes home with a Saturday, March 9, 2013 game at #Toronto Rogers Centre with a match against Sporting Kansas City starting at 1:30pm. Fireworks go off in the covered stadium during the opening ceremonies and the Toronto team t

#Toronto FC Home Opener 2013

Published on 2013-03-09 07:03:00

AGO Please Believe These Days Will Pass

Published on 2013-03-08 13:47:00

Much like we believe that winter will pass, so too will the exhibition by Mark Titchner at the #Toronto Art Gallery of Ontario. Mark is a British artist and will be the international artist-in-residence this fall and his words seek to communicate and

Assassin of Youth

Published on 2013-03-06 19:17:00

Cool movie posters adorn the front area of the Friendly Stranger store on Queen St West in #Toronto. Butt Stop beside the Devil's Harvest

Photo Vault: Honda Indy #Toronto

Published on 2013-03-05 20:32:00

The @HondaIndy race track is ringed by snow right now but in a few short months the double header IZOD IndyCar race will fill Exhibition Place with the roar of finely tuned racing machines. I love the way it starts with construction crews bringing th

#Toronto March ComiCon this weekend

Published on 2013-03-05 19:42:00

And beaming down to the party will be the cast of Star Trek: The Next Generation. Get your cosplay gear ready for the March 9-10 FanExpo ComiCon show at the Metro Toronto Convention Centre. Featuring Science Fiction, Comics, Horror and Anime Patric

Spot Santa in #Toronto

Published on 2013-03-04 22:09:00

Hiding in plain sight stands a short little Santa Claus beside a major city highway. The plastic Christmas figure might be working a security guard job during the off season. See more clues after the jump. It's a condo site on the north s

Sexapalooza #Toronto 2013

Published on 2013-03-02 23:12:00

The show that is guaranteed to warm up your chilly winter booty @SexapaloozaShows comes back to town May 1-3 at the International Centre. The crowds are fun, so much so that fun toys are a nice part of the show, and the intimate lighting makes the sh

#Toronto International Bicycle Show 2013

Published on 2013-03-02 22:42:00

The @BicycleShow had a massive amount of two wheeled, human powered transportation vehicles for sale, many at deep show discounts, but the May 1-3 event also had many exciting demonstrations included in the show admission. The Bicycle Show is ha

When Wiener dogs ruled the World

Published on 2013-03-02 22:22:00

Diplomatic immunity came in handy as delegates to the Dachshund UN made a binding resolution to ban cats in #Toronto. The many members of the UN did manage to keep the rhetoric down at the Harbourfront Centre World Stage performance installation by B

Colon Cancer Awareness Month

Published on 2013-03-01 12:32:00

This story starts with the end. Colon Cancer Canada, the people behind your behind, officially launch the awareness month in #Toronto with spokesperson Darryl Sittler, former Maple Leaf hockey legend, and the Ontario Professional Firefighters Associa

Watch for Falling Ice

Published on 2013-03-01 12:15:00

Walking around downtown #Toronto I really never thought about the hazards above your head while I enjoyed life in the big city, but these caution signs make you ponder the probabilities. With the rash of windows breaking, the sad Gardiner Expressway

@PawsWay March 2013 events

Published on 2013-03-01 07:00:00

There was a time when dogs were simply man's best friend, then they slowly took over the world. Luckily they believe in peace, why else would they have their own doggie United Nations? No, this is no Planet of the Pooches with Bowser Zaius! Dogs gath

Looking forward to the first weekend in March

Published on 2013-02-28 20:30:00

Ladies and gentlemen of #Toronto, forget the snow, forget the cold because the city that sometimes sleeps is starting to wake up. During the March 1st to the 3rd weekend in 2013 there is plenty of fun activities to keep you busy - ahead of the March

#Toronto International Motorcycle SPRINGSHOW coming

Published on 2013-02-27 21:39:00

The open road is slightly clogged with snow right now but it will soon be ready for two wheeled fun and in anticipation of the spring riding season we can visit the March 16-17 show at the International Centre. The event, sponsored by Dalton Timmis I

Feb 27 Winter Storm

Published on 2013-02-27 09:32:00

Downtown #Toronto escaped the worst of the latest blast of snow but the surrounding GTA got hammered overnight with approximately six inches to a foot of the heavy, wet stuff. Lake Ontario and all the steam grates helped keep the financial district i

Taste of Iceland Festival

Published on 2013-02-26 20:38:00

#Toronto shares a lot with our Icelandic brothers - snow, ice and probably a few inactive volcanoes, so it will be nice to see more of their culture when the festival comes to town March 21 to 24, 2013. They will leave their active volcanoes at home

March MEGASPEED

Published on 2013-02-26 19:48:00

Wrestler Bill Goldberg will be the Grand Marshall at the #Toronto

Magic, Luck and Friendship in #Toronto

Published on 2013-02-26 08:28:00

@ArtsBrookfield has brought a humourous inflatable art installation to the long hall of the Allen Lambert Galleria with Starburst by @FriendswithYou. The big round, white ball has a cute face and is punctuated with a collection of colourful beach bal

Commerce Court Winter Festival

Published on 2013-02-25 22:30:00

Ice, Ice Baby. There is more frozen stuff in the #Toronto Financial district at Bay and King Street with the Commerce Court Winter Festival. You can find indoor sidewalk sale, winter market, skating demonstrations, ice sculptures and apparently much,

Copper Businessman and Bumblebee

Published on 2013-02-24 20:42:00

A copper, or maybe gold, covered living statue busker was joined by autobot transformer Bumblebee on the streets of #Toronto. It has been awhile since we saw the Copper Cowboy

IceFest 2013

Published on 2013-02-23 22:02:00

The #Toronto Bloor-Yorkville shopping district celebrated winter with an ice sculpture and entertainment Ice Festival from February 23 to 24. This was the 8th annual street party that used over 35,000 pounds of ice carved up into amazing displays of

Ice Pilots NWT in #Toronto

Published on 2013-02-23 21:16:00

Crew from Buffalo Airways appearing in the docu-series on History Channel meet fans at the Outdoor Adventure Show. Mikey McBryan and Corey Dodd pictured above. "Sky-high dreams, an appetite for adventure, and nerves of steel are virtually prerequisit

It's a mixed up #Toronto

Published on 2013-02-23 11:39:00

Just a variety of photos from the big city, like the street artist at work. Brazil dancer with a full peacock circle costume Cosplay Ecocabs A Toronto fireboat sprays in full spray mode A full alley Streetcars on Queen Street We

Waiting for spring flowers

Published on 2013-02-23 11:07:00

I don't want winter to go away - just warm up a whole bunch and stop with the white flakes that are all slippery like on the ground. Yeah, if you could just make winter so that it is more like spring, yeah that would be good. Spring flowers can soon

Union Station Revitilization

Published on 2013-02-22 07:00:00

#Toronto Union Station revitalization is happening at both the major multimodal commuter rail hub and the adjacent TTC station. The train tracks will have an award winning glass atrium that will let in natural light. The train yard currently looks li

Graffiti Cat

Published on 2013-02-21 21:05:00

Meow said the queen cat, crowned by all the mice in the forest. This mural from EGRart.com is in an alley across from Massey Hall.

Dachshund UN in #Toronto

Published on 2013-02-21 20:35:00

@PawsWay helps reduce world tensions with the United Nations doggie delegations meeting in February and March 2013. Located at Harbourfront the 3,500 square foot pet paradise has plenty of events and meetups so a daily visit is always recommended - b

#Toronto Maple Leafs Zamboni

Published on 2013-02-20 21:12:00

Feeling like a pro skater is easy when you see the 'passion that unites us all' wrap around the Zamboni that cleans the ice at City Hall. The vinyl treatment was part of the after-the-NHL-strike-fan-zone thingy. They must have forgotten to take it ba

OPSEU rally at City Hall

Published on 2013-02-20 20:54:00

Protesters gathered their signs and banners during the OPSEU local 540 smorgasbord of complaints against the #Toronto municipal government: "Bad Management. You're paying for it." Striking housing workers who work with low-income tenants were picketi

Abandoned #Toronto

Published on 2013-02-19 21:24:00

Our fair city has a few derelict, empty structures that wait for demolition or possibly even another life as a useful building. We have seen the makeover of the old

Winter car crashes

Published on 2013-02-18 12:17:00

Driving in Ontario means driving with snow, slush and ice and typically the darn windshield wipers either don't work worth a crap, or the glass juice is frozen solid. You have to dodge flying chunks of ice from trucks, drive down a road that, if you

Around the #Toronto CN Tower

Published on 2013-02-18 11:47:00

Rising high in the sky, the CN Tower is like a thumbtack in a map and that thumbtack marks the spot for fun and adventure. Around the tall structure sits the Rogers Centre (former Skydome), the Metro Toronto Convention Centre, the Steamwhistle Brewer

Spring Fishing and Boat Show 2013

Published on 2013-02-17 22:59:00

The fish were biting at the #Toronto show taking place at the International Centre from February 15-18, which means there is some great family fun available on the holiday weekend. The NPS crew A wood carving of a fish enjoying the cottage life

#Toronto Chills at the Square

Published on 2013-02-17 22:57:00

Sears @GrtCdnChill has moved from the frigid waters of Lake Ontario on New Years Day to a temporary pool in Yonge-Dundas Square during the Family Day weekend. Starting on Sunday, February 17 and continuing till Monday, January 18, 2013 the place is a

Overcome Family Issues

Published on 2013-02-16 21:53:00

Psychiatrist Gary Malone offers tips to overcome common issues, many of which are created by the family. “Almost all of us deal with this to some degree or another. Very few families are idyllic,” says Malone, a distinguished fellow in the Americ

Icycles 2013: Bikes on Ice

Published on 2013-02-16 10:50:00

Studs on the tires and craziness in the heart - get ready #Toronto for another round of racing bikes on ice. The Dufferin Grove Park skating rink becomes a slippery race track with singles and tandem bikes running where only people on skates are usua

Arctic Home with Coca-Cola

Published on 2013-02-14 21:47:00

Gorgeous Polar Bears sculptures are at the #Toronto Eaton Centre as part of the Coca-Cola and World Wildlife Fund Arctic Home exhibit. You can pledge to reduce energy use and help protect the bears and their arctic habitat. The sculptures are made to

Be my Valentine #Toronto

Published on 2013-02-14 06:00:00

Thursday, February 14, 2013 is love day, 'exciting and new, come aboard, we're expecting you. Love,

It's getting warm - is it Sexapalooza yet?

Published on 2013-02-13 21:14:00

#Toronto can beat the chill by warming up at the March 1-3, 2013 Sexapalooza show, coming soon to an International Centre near you. "Explore. excite. enjoy.

NASCAR star Kyle Busch at @CME_racing

Published on 2013-02-12 21:04:00

One of stock car greatest drivers, with over 100 victories in NASCAR, Kyle Busch was at the #Toronto International Centre for a Q&A and autograph session on Sunday, February 10, 2013. The popular American driver is known as 'Rowdy' and the fans had f

Trailer Park Boys in #Toronto

Published on 2013-02-12 20:34:00

John Paul (JP) Tremblay, Mike Smith and Robb Wells of #trailerparkboys left Sunnyvale Trailer Park for the big city and some calendar girls. The stars of the Canadian movies and a television comedy series and movies flew in from the coast to meet and

@Hooters Bikini Contest 2013

Published on 2013-02-11 17:47:00

Downtown #Toronto Hooters is currently under renovation and I talked to these ladies at the @CME_racing show and they said that their annual bikini contest has been moved into March 2013 from their usual late January, early February time slot because

Mazdaspeed at @CME_racing 2013

Published on 2013-02-10 11:53:00

@MazdaCanada's Public Relations Manager Sandra Lemaitre joins rep Jim Bowie on the Mazdaspeed Stage to discuss increased support in Canadian Motorsports during the Canadian Motorsports Expo. Besides helping to sponsor the show they also presented a m

#Toronto Sportsmen's Show 2013

Published on 2013-02-10 02:51:00

Nothing better to make me forget about the winter outside is the Sportsmen's Show happening inside the Exhibition Place Direct Energy Centre. Plus the army is also inside, close by if Mayor Ford wants some taking care of snow business, plus they brou

Michael Waltrip at Canadian Motorsports Expo

Published on 2013-02-10 02:08:00

#Toronto welcomed driver NASCAR star Michael Waltrip (@MW55) with snow, @TimHortons and loyal fans at @CME_racing 2013. A room full of VIP fans had an early and private meet and greet with the Champion racer (winner of the Daytona 500 - twice), team

Canadian Motorsports Expo 2013

Published on 2013-02-10 00:01:00

@NASCAR star Michael Waltrip was the @CME_racing show VIP on Saturday, February 9 at the #Toronto International Centre. The carstravaganza continues on Sunday with appearances by NASCAR star Kyle Busch and the Trailer Park Boys. Canada's stock car s

GO Train Cirque

Published on 2013-02-08 20:12:00

Wraps are taking over the advertising world. Anything can become a billboard, even a GO Transit commuter train. I think Cirque on the train would be a cool attraction. You can pay a little extra and get a show during the long trip home. They have als

Frosty the Snowman graffiti

Published on 2013-02-07 20:36:00

#Toronto graffiti alley never disappoints, unless you hate when people spray paint your walls, but this snowman mural is just perfect for this Alberta Clipper blowing into town. And here are some more colourful murals for your viewing pleasure. To

Canadian Motorsports Expo Racing into #Toronto

Published on 2013-02-07 19:53:00

@CME_racing

Marching towards ComiCon 2013

Published on 2013-02-06 20:55:00

FanExpo #Toronto ComiCon will feature the cast of Star Trek: The Next Generation. Beam me up Scotty, oops I mean Geordi La Forge. Costumes and comics will be coming March 9-10 to the Metro Toronto Convention Centre. 'MEET THE CAST OF STAR TREK: THE

#Toronto Islands lonely in the winter

Published on 2013-02-06 07:00:00

If you like to beat the big city crowds, have I got the place for you, wait for it, wait for it; the Toronto Islands in the season I like to think of as 'damn, it's not summer!' You won't have to fight the crowds jamming into a ferry, in fact you won

Richard Branson joins investment in Hailo

Published on 2013-02-05 20:31:00

Hailo's ten city e-hail taxi app network, which include @HailoToronto, Chicago, Boston, Dublin and London,

Morgan Freeman to receive Key of Knowledge

Published on 2013-02-05 18:53:00

The Canadian Friends of The Hebrew University (@CdnFriendsHU) will present the Academy Award-winning actor, and one of America's favourite voices, with the prestigious award on May 6, 2013 in Toronto. Honoring Mr Freeman's dedication in promoting edu

Suicide Attempt at Eaton Centre

Published on 2013-02-04 19:18:00

The famous #Toronto mall was the scene of a reported morning suicide attempt on Monday, February 4, 2013.

Feb 2013 events at @PawsWay

Published on 2013-02-03 20:52:00

Even though #Toronto pooches want to eat snow they also want to play in the warmth of Harbourfront's PawsWay facility. There are a variety of events going on that help your dog or puppy learn new skills and enjoy the company of other dogs. Check out

Winter at Far Enough Farm

Published on 2013-02-03 11:16:00

Centreville

Visual arts: True North

Published on 2013-02-03 10:08:00

Seven artists have created works that investigate the notion of the Canadian north. The art is on display at Harbourfront Centre until Sunday, April 14, 2013. Patrick Macaulay curates the works from artists Kim Dorland, David R Harper, Catherine Lane

Mid-Winter Nude Beach Festival 2013

Published on 2013-02-02 21:53:00

The first annual #Toronto Nude Beach Festival was a bust today as people flocked away from the Islands for some unknown reason. Held during the first Saturday in February, smack dab in the middle of winter, at Toronto's clothing optional beach at Han

#Toronto Travel Expo 2013

Published on 2013-02-02 21:21:00

Flight Centre brings together airlines, hotels, cruise lines and tour companies in a mid-winter Travel Expo, making it hard to walk even twenty feet without booking a vacation somewhere. The February 2nd show at the Metro Toronto Convention Centre wa

Making you USELESS on Fridays since 1989

Published on 2013-02-01 22:40:00

The new Loose Moose re-opens February 7, 2013 with the largest selection of draught beer in Downtown #Toronto. I love their poster! The Moose has a special Thursday night jam that, if you are not careful, will make it difficult to concentrate on work

Bikinis fight winter blahs

Published on 2013-02-01 09:00:00

Grey skies are going to clear up in #Toronto - sometime after winter,

Strut the catwalk for Wellspring

Published on 2013-01-31 20:46:00

Celebs and executives will help raise funds during the 2nd annual Well Dressed for Spring event at Holt Renfrew which will be hosted by Dragon's Den money lady Arlene Dickinson. The Wellspring Cancer Support Foundation is a charity purpose is the pro

Superbowl Sunday in #Toronto

Published on 2013-01-30 21:30:00

Brought to you by Roman

#Toronto International Motorcycle Springshow

Published on 2013-01-30 20:34:00

March showers can be ignored when you are inside the International Centre at the March 16-17 Motorcycle Springshow

Winter Music Festival #Toronto 2013

Published on 2013-01-30 13:37:00

Come to Echo Beach @BrrrrrTO this weekend as crazy ass fans forget it is the middle of winter and instead listen to cutting edge dance music in the Ontario Place venue. With two stages of artists the festivities presented by electronic/nation will be

Canada's Ultimate Racing Show @CMEtoronto

Published on 2013-01-29 19:23:00

Roaring into town on the February 8-9-10, 2013 weekend is the Inside Track Canadian Motorsports Expo (CME) at the #Toronto International Centre. Featuring NASCAR drivers Kyle Busch and Michael Waltrip along with The Trailer Park Boys (JP Tremblay, Mi

World Domination

Published on 2013-01-29 17:19:00

#Toronto Rap battle number 3, organized

Special Event at Yonge-Dundas Square

Published on 2013-01-28 20:17:00

Oh, I am so excited. There is a special event that will take place in #Toronto from January 29 to 31, 2013. What can it be? I don't know because they haven't update their website and google search has tragically let me down. I do know that it involve

Motorcycle Ice Racing

Published on 2013-01-27 21:19:00

Knobby tires full of studs grip the ice as motorcycles rip up the white stuff on the frozen surface of Rice Lake. The Oshawa Competition Motorcycle Club (OCMC) had a George Jones Race Number 1 on Saturday, January 27, 2013 and the sudden warming caus

Reporter Cynthia Mulligan at the Gardens

Published on 2013-01-26 21:43:00

CityNEWS #Toronto reporter @CityCynthia reports from Carlton Street in front of Maple Leaf Gardens as thousands of demonstrators marched to Maple Leaf Gardens on Saturday, January 26, 2013. The Liberal leadership convention taking place inside become

Protest at #Toronto Maple Leaf Gardens

Published on 2013-01-26 20:09:00

Ha, it wasn't a protest about the long NHL lockout, it was a protest against the Ontario Liberal Party and their Bill 115 as the delegate met to elect a new provincial leader at the Liberal leadership convention held inside the old home of the NHL Ma

Interior Design Show 2013 #Toronto

Published on 2013-01-26 19:20:00

#IDS13 is a designers paradise with over 300 exhibitors showcasing new and innovation products and trends for decorating your living space, "Connecting the right people, with the right products, in the hottest spaces". The show is presented by Nation

Manulife Walk for Memories

Published on 2013-01-26 10:07:00

#Toronto's underground PATH system got a different kind of pedestrian traffic today as the 2013 Walk began and ended in the Brookfield Place Allen Lambert Galleria. The day started early with music on stage at 8:30 am on Saturday, January 26 and cont

Erin sings Little Things

Published on 2013-01-25 18:17:00

A beautiful love song

Rob Ford - Still Mayor on Appeal

Published on 2013-01-25 09:46:00

#Toronto Rob Ford learned today that his appeal in the conflict of interest case was

An IDS13 weekend in #Toronto

Published on 2013-01-24 19:25:00

Interior Design Show 2013

Ontario Place - What's up with that?

Published on 2013-01-23 21:53:00

#Toronto's little jewel on the lake sits lonely and blue waiting for the province to decide what to do with the property. The Government of Ontario announced in February of 2012 that the revitalization of the 155 acre site would require the closure m

Green Savoree Racing Promotions

Published on 2013-01-22 19:42:00

@HondaIndy #Toronto race owners and management company GSRP promoted some of their own promotions people - it was a clear case of promotion squared. The growing firm from Indianapolis, led by Kim Green and Kevin Savoree, own and operate not only the

Looking for spring at the Zanzibar

Published on 2013-01-22 18:54:00

One of the many signs put up at the #Toronto Zanzibar Tavern on Yonge Street; something gives "everyone a little spring." We will have to wait for that time in late March and early April when the cherry blossoms threaten to bloom. On a day in winter,

Dead of Winter in #Toronto

Published on 2013-01-21 21:24:00

Named for the period in midwinter when Old Man Winter brings a cold snap coupled with some wicked wind chills to create zombie weather or, duh, duh, duh, the Dead of Winter. And I can't say zombies without showing some of the brain eating monsters fr

Maple Leaf fan zone at Nathan Phillips Square

Published on 2013-01-21 10:43:00

The #Toronto Maple Leafs home opener happens tonite (Monday, January 21, 2013) and as part of their ‘Passion Unites Us All’ post-lockout tour, the Leafs are paying the costs for skate rental at City Hall beginning at 10 am today. The team will al

Can't wait for the Pro SuperShow

Published on 2013-01-20 16:47:00

Checking for exciting things to do in #Toronto I found my pictures of the female bodybuilders competing in the IFBB pro level at the June 2011 Pro SuperShow held at the Metro Toronto Convention Centre. We have a bit of time before the 2013 edition co

ORNGE and First Class Chris

Published on 2013-01-20 00:00:00

Reported extravagant spending by former ornge CEO Chris Mazza has opponents calling him 'First Class Chris' based on his submitted expenses and his taste for expensive hotels and travel. The fired ornge CEO was previously in the hot seat about his sa

Idle No More against the SUN

Published on 2013-01-19 22:48:00

Accusing the #Toronto Sun of racism the Idle No More members head from St James Park to the Sun's King Street East office where SUN News commentator Ezra Levant came out to interview the protesters. People chanted that he was a "racist" or a "douche"

Mama love you

Published on 2013-01-19 13:01:00

Yes she do!

Fun things to do in #Toronto May & June 2013

Published on 2013-01-19 12:59:00

The summer warms up in May and June so as people come out of hibernation and the fun in the city cranks up a couple of degrees. We've got plenty of shows, festivals, events and attractions to keep everyone happy. Some of the highlights are the Toron

Passion of the ice

Published on 2013-01-19 00:06:00

NHL hockey teams take back the ice as the season starts after a protracted battle between the league and the players. Fans were invited to an FREE open practice at the Air Canada Centre (ACC) earlier in the week. Labour troubles were ignored as the L

Gnomes in the city

Published on 2013-01-18 23:35:00

Either a Hobbit was in the #Toronto Eaton Centre or it was a bearded gnome wearing a red cone hat. Yup, it's a friendly gnome wearing shades! Travelocity have a contest at the mall with a chance to win a trip to Aruba. I believe you had to search thr

Silver Elvis in winter

Published on 2013-01-17 21:56:00

#Toronto busker Silver Elvis gets his hips in motion at Yonge-Dundas on a winter weekend. His mirrored suit sparkles in the sun as he reacts to donations and springs into action. The street performer makes winter much more bearable in the big smoke d

Cube Works Gallery in the District

Published on 2013-01-16 21:26:00

Discovering the #Toronto Historic Distillery District is something that takes time to explore with all the nooks and crannies of the exciting neighbourhood. Galleries and retail go brick to brick against bars and restaurants for your attention and to

#AC10 Field Trip Music & Arts Festival

Published on 2013-01-15 21:29:00

Old Fort York and Garrison Common in #Toronto is the venue for the 10th Year Anniversary of renowned independent music company Arts & Crafts with a concert headlined by Broken Social Scene and JUNO award winner Feist. The festival will start at noon

Alternative music at the Antler Room

Published on 2013-01-15 20:54:00

An underground, alternative music venue launches in the alleyway of 146 Front Street West in #Toronto with the opening of the

Ryerson University Street Fair

Published on 2013-01-14 21:10:00

Checkers and chess games were taking place on the pedestrian only portion of Gould Street at Ryerson University as part of the start of a Winter Week of Welcome beginning January 14, 2013. A week of free all-age events ending January 18 and daily at

Smile and enjoy #Toronto graffiti

Published on 2013-01-14 20:41:00

The lady closes her eyes and basks in the sun in this graffiti mural, next to the baby chicken and the lion stencil. I think this one is called brickmouth Leo the lion A regular view with the graffiti door and the iron window treatments

Transformers cave of doom

Published on 2013-01-14 09:00:00

What appears to be a transforming alien truck known as Optimus Prime emerges from his secret lair near the forbidden section of #Toronto (ie under any elevated grade

Midwinter spring in #Toronto

Published on 2013-01-13 16:15:00

Maybe it was all the boats displayed at the @TorontoBoatShow scaring away winter but spring is in the air as we hit the midpoint of January in Ontario. There was even a little blue skies on Saturday, January 12, 2013. The average high temperature f

#Toronto International Boat Show 2013

Published on 2013-01-12 20:59:00

It was a Forrest Gump of watercraft at the @TorontoBoatShow - canoe boats, sailboats, power boats, paddle boats, cruising boats, yacht boats.... You can catch the show and Captain Jack, pictured above at the Sunsail booth, until January 20 at the Dir

PawsWay Upcoming Events Jan-Feb 2013

Published on 2013-01-11 22:20:00

The popular #Toronto Harbourfront pet park has a lot of canine fun planned for early 2013 with agility games and puppy kindergarten, you can also learn pet first aid! The little dog pictured above has mastered the off leash lifestyle, I think that ga

Ripped Posters in #Toronto

Published on 2013-01-11 07:00:00

NAKED AMOEBA sits on top of the competition. Post no bills on a St Lawrence Market streetlight pole Medical testing "Get on it." Scary poster

Condoland

Published on 2013-01-10 20:49:00

The market for condos in #Toronto is always going up - until they fall and the evidence hits you on the head. Some predict that 2012 sales will fall 35% from record 2011 sales of 28,190. Mortgage rules were changed

Police Horses to go to Washington

Published on 2013-01-10 20:06:00

In honour of two #Toronto Police Service horses traveling to Washington DC for US President Obama's second inauguration, here is a look at some of the TPS mounted unit seen around our fair city. Outside the US Consulate on University Avenue Moun

Romance in Niagara Falls

Published on 2013-01-09 20:25:00

Christmas is over, long live Christmas. Now the stores are filling up with red hearts and heart shaped chocolates, which got me thinking - when is Valentines Day? It's always better to know these dates ahead of time so here you go, Valentine's Day is

FIVE GUYS Burgers and Fries

Published on 2013-01-09 09:00:00

Big greasy burgers topped full of the works is served up at the Five Guys restaurant on the east side of Yonge Street, just north of Dundas Street. The burger diner is not very wide, dressed in white and red and bags of potatoes make a path up to the

Santa rests, Xmas trees come down

Published on 2013-01-08 19:58:00

Unlike most homeowners who tend to keep Christmas decorations year round, #Toronto has started to shed some of the trees and other trappings of the jolly season. In Yonge-Dundas Square the Holiday Tree of Balls was dismantled and the bears put away f

Fun things to do in #Toronto March & April 2013

Published on 2013-01-08 19:18:00

Stuff in the hood. Even the dead shall rise and seek out adventure and excitement in the big city of TO. I hope it warms up soon! International Bicycle Show

Toronto Charity Runs 2013

Published on 2013-01-08 06:00:00

Sweating for a cause, tape those nipples and get in gear and raise money for all manner of charities. Hopefull there will be unusual runs like the

Lake at the @TorontoBoatShow

Published on 2013-01-07 21:07:00

Taking over the #Toronto Marlies hockey rink is the World's largest indoor lake for boaters being built right now for the upcoming Toronto International Boat Show taking place January 12-20, 2013. The Direct Energy Centre in Exhibition Place will bec

Acton BIA welcomes passengers to new GO train stop

Published on 2013-01-07 19:23:00

Nancy Wilkes, Chair of the Acton Business Improvement Area, joined other celebs and politicians as the GO Transit commuter train returned to Acton on January 7, 2013. Metrolinx commitment to bring the trains back to the GTA town of Acton was fulfille

Ladies of the Motorcycle Supershow

Published on 2013-01-05 22:44:00

Lovely ladies were special guests of the #Toronto MC show including the GoLo ladies, Playboy models (Angelina Polska pictured above), Hooters ladies, Calendar Models and superstars Theresa Longo and Alisha Lynn. Theresa Longo Alisha Lynn Can

Motorcycle Supershow 2013 in #Toronto

Published on 2013-01-05 21:28:00

Over 425,000 square feet of motorcycles, models and

C U at the Motorcycle Supershow

Published on 2013-01-04 17:56:00

The bikes are in the International Centre for the #Toronto edition of the World Largest Motorcycle Show Jan 4-6, 2013

Dogs and snow

Published on 2013-01-03 19:10:00

I had a revelation on the weekend. Dogs like to eat snow. And when they are done eating snow they don't really cover it up very well. The dogs that have no snow around their mouth are just waiting to escape so that

Tobogganing in the Don River Valley

Published on 2013-01-02 21:07:00

#Toronto families and children took advantage of the recent snowfall to fly down the steep valley walls of Riverdale Park with all manner of toboggans and sliders. Some parts of the slope are so steep that it reminds me of a fiscal cliff. The large p

#Toronto Polar Bear Dip 2013

Published on 2013-01-01 16:28:00

Wind Chill cut to the bone as people took off their clothes and got ready to swim at the #TOPolarBearClub in the cold, cold water of Lake Ontario. The annual January 1st run into the water at Sunnyside Park was a popular holiday event for many.

Happy #NYE #Toronto 2013

Published on 2012-12-31 23:01:00

As a serious, new media photoblogger I resolve to enjoy the doubleheader at the @HondaIndy, see more motorcycle and auto shows,

Ring in the New Year #Toronto

Published on 2012-12-30 23:05:00

The 28th annual City NYE 2013 (#City2013) bash starts at 10 pm on December 31 in Nathan Phillips Square with headliners Johnny Reid, The Tenors, Kardinal Offishall and hosts Dina Pugliese, Kevin Frankish, Gord Martineau, Tracy Moore and other celebri

#Toronto Sugar Beach covered in sugar, Sugar!

Published on 2012-12-30 22:36:00

White crystals blanketed the urban park at the edge of Lake Ontario across from the Redpath Sugar factory. Believing a freak windstorm had blown the sugar onto the umbrellas and Muskoka chairs I tasted the white stuff, after several minutes and a tou

Playing in the snow

Published on 2012-12-30 21:24:00

Falling snow makes a great portrait in Berczy Park down near #Toronto St Lawrence Market. GIF animations generator gifup.com

Idle No More in the Eaton Centre

Published on 2012-12-30 20:08:00

Members of the Aboriginal community and their supporters began a demonstration in the lower level of the #Toronto Eaton Centre around the fountain. The December 30, 2012 flash mob started in the early afternoon and was in solidarity of Chief Theresa

Early winter Sunnyside

Published on 2012-12-30 12:29:00

New Years Eve is tomorrow night and on New Years Day you can wash away 2012 with a refreshing Polar Bear Dip in Lake Ontario at Sunnyside Park. I went by the beach during the latest brief spurt of winter that provided a nice blanket of white fluffy s

It's a white post Xmas in #Toronto

Published on 2012-12-29 13:47:00

The snow stayed away from the GTA leading up to Christmas, then on boxing day we started to get hit with the white stuff. Saturday, December 29, 2012 brought some more and the roads around the city were slick. PS This was a test of my

2012 is only the beginning!

Published on 2012-12-28 16:41:00

A red eyeball graffiti painted on a bridge pier in #Toronto. It is a beginning but we have to remember that nothing lasts forever, especially not graffiti. Also 2013 is just around the corner so 2012 is pretty much done. More graffiti from unde

Honda Indy #Toronto Boxing Week Sale

Published on 2012-12-27 18:19:00

Speed freaks can quench their appetite with a @HondaIndy Boxing Week sale - it ends Jan 2, 2013, or when the ticket limit has been reached. IZOD IndyCar races will return to the race track in Exhibition Place during the July 12-14, 2013 weekend do

Top New Years Eve travel

Published on 2012-12-26 21:24:00

Champagne and fireworks are the stuff of New Years Eve and if you are adventurous you can always take to the airways and hit one or all of Expedia's top five destinations for Canadians to ring in the new year; 1) New York - $329, 2) Las Vegas - $646,

Bravo! #Toronto

Published on 2012-12-26 10:44:00

For being so interesting. Here is a photo

HO HO HO

Published on 2012-12-24 23:06:00

Merry Christmas and good shopping on Boxing Day. Remember that New Years Day brings the Polar Bear Dips in #Toronto. Jan 1st dippers jump into Lake Ontario Graffiti with a touch of Christmas

Joyous Christmas Eve in #Toronto

Published on 2012-12-24 10:29:00

Happy pre-Christmas! The day before Christmas means all the kids are stirring in hyperdrive as they find it almost impossible to wait for the arrival of Santa Claus and all the presents they have been asking for. Santa's reindeers - Donner and Blitze

Free Hugs and Buskers

Published on 2012-12-23 15:17:00

A cheerful group of young people set up shop outside the #Toronto Eaton Centre and offered Free Hugs as a Buskertainment performer on stilts walks through the same area. Posted by Joe Hamilton. Created by Gloria Beresford-Last "So... We are coming

More Kensington Winter Solstice

Published on 2012-12-23 14:56:00

#Toronto celebrated the change of seasons with the December 21, 2012 Winter Solstice in the famous neighbourhood of Kensington Market. The festival is based on the Nothern Hemisphere's Southern Solstice where the sun is at its lowest altitude and at

Fur protest in the Mink Mile

Published on 2012-12-22 23:46:00

The upscale #Toronto retail district of Yorkville had a visit from fur protesters on Saturday, December 22, 2012. Focusing on the fashionable Holt Renfrew on Bloor Street, a line of protesters held signs and identified Canada Goose as using fur in th

Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas

Published on 2012-12-22 22:33:00

Erin wishes everyone a Merry Christmas!

Moblicity's Winter Wonderland

Published on 2012-12-21 23:36:00

Callers entered into a 24-foot Mobilicity Snow Globe in Yonge-Dundas Square to make free long distance calls to friends and family around the world. They kept the pointy antlers of Santa's Reindeers Donner and Blitzen from the tempting plastic target

Idle No More #Toronto flash mob protest

Published on 2012-12-21 22:28:00

First Nation activists took over the Yonge and Dundas intersection for a mid-day protest on Friday, December 21, 2012. A round dance and drum circle flowed around the all-way pedestrian intersection while

Fire at the Winter Solstice

Published on 2012-12-21 22:07:00

The December 21, 2012 #Toronto #KensingtonMarket Winter Solstice Parade had a special meaning this year - the end of the world wasn't! Darn Mayan calendars. I hear this Y2K thing might be bad as well. A heart made of flames grows from the mouth of pe

No Smoking DANDY

Published on 2012-12-20 21:16:00

Well, no smoking is a good idea but I don't know what the DANDY sticker has to do with anything. This was found in the downtown area of Ryerson University. It also looks like the DANDY is a dinosaur wearing a suit.

Ferrari Challenge racing

Published on 2012-12-20 21:09:00

Sleek Ferrari cars don't shout muscle, they scream power and they were beautiful as they practiced and raced around the road track during the Honda Indy #Toronto. The 2012 Ferrari World Finals were won by Damon Ockey from Calgary, Canada taking the C

End of World 2012 discovered

Published on 2012-12-19 20:28:00

#Toronto Scientists find a ring of mystery surrounding the planet Earth, mere days before the end of days destroy the festive season. With NASA finding no reason to believe the world will end in 2012 the Hubble telescope was turned towards the third

Gardiner Expressway feels its age

Published on 2012-12-19 19:02:00

#Toronto runs on the goods and services that roll into (and out of) the city on the transportation arteries that cut a mighty swath through the land of new condos. Highway 401 rules the north, the 427 and Don Valley/404 conquer the west and east and

Deadmau5 billboard

Published on 2012-12-18 17:58:00

A cat busts out of a Deadmau5 mouse head in the "album title goes here" album cover advertisement that appeared over Yonge Street at Sunrise Records, across from Gould Street. The artist behind Deadmau5 is a #Toronto based electronic dance music perf

Skating in a winter wonderland

Published on 2012-12-18 09:00:00

If you forget the politics and the seemingly endless landscape of concrete you can just see a wonderland under the curved arches of #Toronto City Hall's outdoor ice rink. During the rainy weekend most of the rink became a wet puddle, sad for the skat

Santa and Mrs Claus in #Toronto

Published on 2012-12-17 21:22:00

The jolly, happy couple brought the festive season to the Distillery_TO during the continuing Lowe's Christmas Market. On Sunday the rain tried to keep away visitors but the warm fires and free booze samples brought them back - Ho Ho Ho! I was totall

Ode to quattro

Published on 2012-12-17 18:55:00

Someone wanted an Audi S6 for Christmas so they put it into a box, now the gift wrapping is going to cost a small Hyundai. The display outside the Gardiner Museum is really a 26 foot long, interactive snow globe. See it for yourself until December 24

Jills and the Bud Light NFL Pre-game Festival

Published on 2012-12-16 21:52:00

@BillsInToronto means the #Toronto version of the famous NFL tailgate stadium parties. In our version they throw up a fence around a couple of streets, put in a confusing mishmash of exits and two stinking entrances and then keep the porta-porties ju

Match Game: Darrin Rose is the blank

Published on 2012-12-16 20:20:00

Host, @DarrinRose is the Host. I was biking down Yonge Street in #Toronto when I turned to someone who was walking towards the curb and I did a double take - it was Tim. I asked him if he was Tim and he said no, so I said I had to take a picture anyw

Gifts for Strangers

Published on 2012-12-16 00:28:00

Improv in #Toronto worked their magic again with the Gifts for Strangers which is a global event with over 30 plus cities joining in around the world. Toronto Improv's Creative Director Cole Banning says "I truly believe that together, our small acts

Angel in the Distillery District

Published on 2012-12-15 23:38:00

She definitely wasn't naughty, she is an angel after all, and spent her time meeting visitors to the #Toronto Christmas Market in the Historic Distillery District. The lovely blond angel was just some of the excitement going on during the Lowes spo

Boycott Made in Sri Lanka

Published on 2012-12-15 23:33:00

"Boycott Made in Sri Lanka - Help end ethnic cleansing of Tamils" December 15 and 16 is the International Boycott Day for a boycott of products made in Sri Lanka. The North American protest took place in Yonge-Dundas Square from noon to 4 pm. Money

St Lawrence Market Christmas

Published on 2012-12-15 23:24:00

Christmas lights bring candy canes and bright colours to the #Toronto St Lawrence Market. Posted by Joe Hamilton.

Silver Elvis has left the building

Published on 2012-12-15 17:41:00

Okay, Silver Elvis isn't gone, or left the building, instead he heads out to busker central - the #Toronto Eaton Centre. On the way he pulls his portable stage and

Popcorn and Chestnuts

Published on 2012-12-15 16:37:00

I'll be home for the holidays #Toronto, with chestnuts roasting on an open fire and popcorn sitting in the popper. The popcorn and cotton candy tricycle cart sits at a busy corner catching the eyes of people passing by. The stand has the ch

Google World Search on Canada

Published on 2012-12-15 12:48:00

Top trends in Google searches for Canada showed that #Toronto was our country's most searched City in Google Maps for 2012. Take that Brampton - actually they weren't even on the list. The top searches can be found on Google's Zeitgest site:

Breakfast Television Xmas Tree Sale

Published on 2012-12-14 08:54:00

1000 Balsam Fir Trees were on sale at the 6th annual BT and Home Depot Tree Sale in #Toronto. Breakfast Television was broadcasting live from Yonge-Dundas Square as hosts Kevin Frankish, Dina Pugliese (abover), Jennifer Valentyne and Frank Ferragine

Motorcycle Supershow in the New Year

Published on 2012-12-13 21:12:00

North America's largest motorcycle show will come to the #Toronto International Centre on January 4-6, 2013. "The big one by the Airport" has new bikes, dealers, custom and show bikes, used bikes and a full used bike market and shopping bargains. It

Christmas brings Buffalo Bills and Psy to #Toronto

Published on 2012-12-13 20:16:00

Santa had to load a few sleighs to get the NFL Buffalo Bills team and equipment north of the border and into Rogers Centre for the upcoming Sunday, December 16, 2012 4 pm event between Buffalo and Seattle. The Hyundai Halftime Show will star Korea's

One Billion Tourists

Published on 2012-12-13 19:58:00

In just one year over one billion tourists will have

12/12/12 12:12

Published on 2012-12-12 11:12:00

Yes, that's right #Toronto - I climbed on the December 12, 2012, 12 minutes past 12 pm bandwagon. Happy days are here again! I hope something exciting happens, especially something with a monkey.

Hunger Strike at #Toronto Court House

Published on 2012-12-11 19:42:00

A small tent was set up on the front lawn of the Old City Hall / Court House behind banners that read "Hunger Strike" and "International Human Rights Day Now". The tent was soon moved off the lawn and onto the sidewalk at Queen Street West and Bay St

Xmas Girl

Published on 2012-12-11 19:24:00

This reminds me of the Two Broke Girls episode where they dress up as cupcakes. In #Toronto you dress up as a Christmas candy cane girl. The large ornament on her head tells you that something special is up and it's a $10,000 give away by the stores

Downtown Yonge Busker

Published on 2012-12-10 21:39:00

It only looks like Jack Frost's wife wishing you a Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays. It really is a street performer welcoming visitors tothe

Honda Indy #Toronto tickets 2013 on sale

Published on 2012-12-10 20:28:00

The roar by the shore is only half a year away so you better get tickets because they are a perfect Christmas gift and boys are so hard to shop for. The July 12-14, 2013 Exhibition Place race weekend features a double header IZOD IndyCar series races

Fort York Frost Fair

Published on 2012-12-10 10:00:00

Soldiers of the 10th Royal Veterans Battalion perform for visitors to the winter festival at Old Fort York in #Toronto. The 8-9 December, 2012 weekend Frost Fair (10 am to 5 pm) featured period costumes and activities as well as the military exercise

More of #theBikeShowsTO 2012

Published on 2012-12-09 20:19:00

As winter continues to make its presence known the more we need to think about summer coming back to #Toronto. The open road calls to the bikers

Christmas Lights in #Toronto

Published on 2012-12-09 15:23:00

The holiday season brings out happy displays of bright lights that help to guide Santa to our fair city. The Downtown Yonge BIA has a lot of banner lights crossing Yonge Street welcoming visitors to the heart of the city. Downtown Yonge Street

Lowe's Christmas Market Carolling

Published on 2012-12-08 22:57:00

#Toronto voices sang out in World record attempt for the largest public carolling challenge in the historic Distillery District. Mill Street Brewery provided branded glasses and reusable LED candles for participants and donated $1 to the Daily Bread

Motorcycle Show #Toronto 2012

Published on 2012-12-08 22:35:00

Santa was shopping for choppers at the December 7-9 show at the Metro Toronto Convention Centre while a lovely model rides a bike for #MyFightMatters (below). I think the reindeer are all right but sometimes you have to ride a two wheeled beast.

Fun things to do in #Toronto in Jan and Feb 2013

Published on 2012-12-07 08:00:00

If we manage to survive the Mayan end of the world prophesies (during Winter Solstice on December 21, 2012) we enter the unlucky year ending in 13. Yeah, unlucky for boring because Toronto is always full of exciting adventures and events - even in th

DO NOT be rude #Toronto

Published on 2012-12-06 20:51:00

The city's advertising displays litter downtown sidewalks and do not stop anyone from plastering signs and banners on any available surface. Sometimes, though, they have interesting things posted. I found this sign that has two women facing each othe

A Hanukkah Menorah in the City

Published on 2012-12-06 19:57:00

Workmen set up the rather large Menorah that sits in Nathan Phillips Square. Other workers are on the hunt for the rather large lighter that will be required to set these flames alight. The nine-branched candelabrum is used during the eight day

December AnimeCON

Published on 2012-12-06 08:00:00

This weekend marks the return of cosplay to #Toronto with the winter edition of the Hobbystar AnimeCON.

Christmas Tuba Festival

Published on 2012-12-05 20:01:00

Holiday songs rang out at #Toronto Nathan Phillips Square during the 21st annual Tuba Festival and choir sing-along on Wednesday, December 5, 2012. The musicians

Snow Monkeys of Japan

Published on 2012-12-05 19:10:00

Japanese Macaque snow monkeys spend the day grooming and hanging out in the hot springs of Nagano, discussing politics and economic policies, while visitors drop by, fascinated by the cute and fuzzy primates. Monkey Park sign A baby monkey's ti

MaRS rising

Published on 2012-12-04 21:02:00

Construction of the MaRS Discovery District in #Toronto is reflected in the curved facade of the OPG building on University Avenue at College Street. The new building sits on hospital row along the road to the Toronto University. The crane at top lef

Riding the TTC subway

Published on 2012-12-04 19:28:00

#Toronto the good runs on public transit and the new Bombardier subway cars are also good, but maybe too sensitive - the doors

More Joe in Tokyo

Published on 2012-12-04 10:00:00

Here are some more adventures of @Joeythedingo in Japan. Joe goes up one of the many escalators he encountered on his trip in the photo at top. Tokyo Tower Reclining cows art installation on top of a roof Smaller version of the Statue of Lib

Rock the vote: Spud for Mayor

Published on 2012-12-03 19:16:00

#Toronto politics continues its leap into the unknown. Mayor Rob Ford's battle against meat sauce took a little detour when he was found guilty of conflict of interest and turfed from office. Rather than put away the Mayor's chain of office he has fi

Canadian Arctic Street View

Published on 2012-12-03 08:00:00

Google Maps continues to make the world

Harajuku girls and fashions of Japan

Published on 2012-12-02 18:28:00

@joeythedingo is back from his vacation to Tokyo, Japan and he brought back plenty of photos of the land of the rising sun. The traditional picture pose in Japan includes the peace sign. Wearing an

This is Paradise in #Toronto

Published on 2012-12-02 09:00:00

Cameron House gets a makeover with an upside down 'This is Paradise' as well as a straight up 'This is Paradise'. No matter how you look at it, Toronto really is Paradise. See more of the older Cameron House on my post here.

Blood in the Snow Film Fest

Published on 2012-12-01 13:52:00

Fright Nights chill the soul as the Canadian Film Festival weekend happens in #Toronto at Projection Booth East. The December 1, 2012 weekend of scary movies features the world premier of SICK where billions have died, society has collapsed and the h

Jordan Szoke at Motorcycle Show #Toronto

Published on 2012-11-30 19:16:00

Jordan has been named Grand Marshal for the upcoming December 7-9, 2012 Motorcycle Show - Toronto. The 17 time Canadian Motorcycle Champion will launch the Friday morning 11:45 am Opening Ceremonies and also show his skills at the Northeastern Ontari

Skating rink open at #Toronto City Hall

Published on 2012-11-30 18:30:00

After ripping the reflecting pool completely apart and rebuilding the rink, it now has a frozen surface and outdoor skating is back at Nathan Phillips Square for the 2012 winter season.

Baby Jesus takes a beating

Published on 2012-11-29 20:48:00

The new Nativity display in front of the #Toronto Courthouse/Old City Hall was damaged again. The little manger suffered damage including a lamb that was beheaded in the attack. This is the fifth time that the Gethsemane Ministries' birth of the ba

Joey goes to Japan

Published on 2012-11-29 19:53:00

@JoeyTheDingo is on a trip to Japan and he is sending back updates on his amazing adventures in Tokyo and beyond. His travel wish list includes the bullet train, Mt Fuji, the snow monkeys, getting stuffed into a subway, sleeping in a hotel tube and s

Hailo and Molson Coors help make the holidays safer

Published on 2012-11-28 20:19:00

Hailo #Toronto has partnered with @MolsonCoorsCDA to give out @OneMillionHailo dollars in taxi fares to "help make the Toronto's 2012 holiday season the safest yet". With the money provided by Hailo and with Coors taking care of the distribution, bar

#Toronto Argo Victory Parade

Published on 2012-11-27 12:35:00

2012 Grey Cup Champions the Toronto Argonauts had a parade and a rally on Tuesday, November 27 along Bay Street and into Nathan Phillips Square. Argo Cheerleaders kept the crowd entertained as the parade ended at the north side of City Hall and the p

Visit Santa at Sears Eaton Centre

Published on 2012-11-26 19:57:00

Santa's chair sits near the Yonge-Dundas entrance of the Sears in the #Toronto Eaton Centre. He makes a quick run in from the North Pole on weekends to meet with children and find out what presents they want for Christmas. Fridays 11am-4pm, Saturda

#Toronto Argo Grey Cup Champion Parade

Published on 2012-11-26 18:41:00

Tuesday November 27, 2012 beginning at Yonge and Wellington the home town winners of the 100th Grey Cup march through Toronto in a well deserved victory parade. Their Sunday win of 35-22 against the Calgary Stampeders in the Rogers Centre was cheered

Mayor Rob Ford appears at City Hall after removal judgement

Published on 2012-11-26 12:49:00

Just hours after being removed from the office of Mayor of #Toronto, Rob Ford meets a packed media for the launch of the city’s 2012 Toy Drive. Ignoring hordes of journalists the embattled Mayor does not discuss the court case or the Monday, Novemb

Watching 100th Grey Cup Live on TSN

Published on 2012-11-25 19:15:00

Half time show just about to start for the Sunday, November 25th game at #Toronto Rogers Centre. The Argos are leading the Calgary Stampeders. Catch the free TSN live field access coverage at their website

#Toronto ComiCON Nov 2012

Published on 2012-11-25 10:22:00

Here are some cosplay photos in honour of the latest edition of the Hobbystar ComiCON taking place at the Royal York Hotel from 11am-5pm on Sunday November 25, 2012.

GO Transit: Art Train

Published on 2012-11-25 09:00:00

I finally found the ART TRAIN Conductor No. 9 car on my happy commute through Toronto and the GTA. Surprisingly only the ceiling

Remember the beach

Published on 2012-11-24 12:03:00

Sun and sand make a great combination when you add in the cool, refreshing waters of Lake Ontario. These pictures were from the tail end of the season of the beach but it is all we have until summer returns to us.

Orange Box of Heck

Published on 2012-11-24 11:49:00

This was a new box that appeared suddenly on the streets of #Toronto. Bright orange it screamed the number of the beast. I stopped because I imagined it was the number of the breast. See that number after the jump - if you dare!

Festival of Cheerleaders

Published on 2012-11-23 12:11:00

Football fans from around Canada are making their way into Nathan Phillips Square at #Toronto City Hall as the 100th Grey Cup Festival builds up steam leading into the weekend Championship Game. The various CFL cheerleading teams are making their pre

Black Friday in the #Toronto Eaton Centre

Published on 2012-11-23 10:04:00

The first real Black Friday shopping day has spread from the United States into Canada. Stores in the Eaton Centre featured large discounts and shoppers took advantage starting early in the morning at the mall (6 am!) with a lineup to get inside. Lat

Big Rocks at Sugar Beach

Published on 2012-11-22 19:47:00

Candy cane striping on the big granite rocks means Sugar Beach is ready for Christmas! The urban beach is now in the off season so seats under the pink umbrellas are easy to get, but think about bringing a warm coat and some hot chocolate. The beac

CFL Grey Cup Festival Cheer Dance Day

Published on 2012-11-21 21:17:00

Teams of young #Toronto cheer groups competed in Yonge-Dundas Square as part of the @100thGreyCup Festival Cheer Dance Day. Competitors were coached by a squad of the Toronto Argonaut Cheerleaders. The festival events continue here and at City Hall i

It's a Brookfield Place Christmas

Published on 2012-11-21 21:01:00

The Christmas Ring Tree art installation is back up in Brookfield Place, hung with care with decorations, icicles and lights. Holiday cheer is increasing by the minute as Toronto embraces the coming season of giving and family. Bring a toy and make a

Over the Rainbow rises in #Toronto

Published on 2012-11-21 20:47:00

Crews begin to hoist the sparkly rainbow that will advertise the new Andrew Lloyd Webber's production of the Wizard of Oz. The play will be held at the Ed Mirvish Theatre (formerly the Canon Theatre) on Yonge Street, will open in December and feature

The Hobbit's Shire in Union Station

Published on 2012-11-21 20:22:00

Bilbo Baggins begins his Unexpected Journey from his home located in the lush green hills of the Shire, unexpected because the Shire is really in #Toronto Union Station. That reminds me, I have to load my precious Presto card. The new movie from th

A look back at #Toronto Graffiti

Published on 2012-11-21 19:05:00

Sad year for desserts

Published on 2012-11-20 18:55:00

And the people that make them. After finding out that Kraft Foods will close the #Toronto Mr Christie cookie plant in 2013 we have now have to bear the potential loss of twinkies. In the lakeshore bakery the loss of over 500 jobs is sad news for the

To ERR is Human

Published on 2012-11-20 18:16:00

To ARR is Pirate! From a Cafe sign found on the #Toronto Islands

Winter AnimeCON

Published on 2012-11-20 06:00:00

AnimeCON is coming December 9, 2012 to the Metro #Toronto Convention Centre and you know that you wanna go, all dressed up, maybe as Sailor Moon.

Grey Cup Festival at City Hall

Published on 2012-11-19 20:25:00

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Honda Indy Turbocharged Tickets

Published on 2012-11-19 18:46:00

Returning with

I followed the wrong Santa Claus Parade

Published on 2012-11-18 21:31:00

When I didn't get jostled by mega-crowds along the sidewalks of #Toronto I should have clued in that I wasn't at the real Santa Claus Parade. Instead I waited in relative peace and watched in anticipation, then giddy with excitement I saw the approac

Buskertainment

Published on 2012-11-18 12:23:00

#Toronto Street Performers are raising money for charity during the @DowntownYonge BIA Buskertainment event. During Holiday Season weekends from November 17 to December 23, 2012

Grey Cup Festival at Yonge-Dundas Square

Published on 2012-11-17 23:53:00

Footballs, @ArgosCheer and an afternoon of sports events and entertainment brought out @CFL fans for the @100thGreyCup Festival in downtown #Toronto. Yonge-Dundas Square became the Nissan Family Zone with fun activities for children and parents runni

Royal Conservatory Holiday Concerts

Published on 2012-11-17 10:01:00

#Toronto entertainment doesn't end at the closest Cineplex Theatre, you can also hit the Entertainment District, shows along Yonge Street and the ever popular Royal Conservatory of Music located at the Telus Centre for Performance and Learning. PS I

Santa Claus Parade 2012

Published on 2012-11-17 09:46:00

Marching bands and floats full of colourful characters will march through #Toronto on Sunday, November 18, 2012. The parade is scheduled to start at the North Pole

Variety, the spice of life

Published on 2012-11-17 09:15:00

I sit here with a pain in my knee waiting to go into #Toronto for all the wonderful events that are planned for today - the Bloor-Yorkville Holiday Magic (with singer Matt Dusk), the 100th Grey Cup Festival and the Cavalcade of Lights at City Hall. Y

Cavalcade of Lights 2012

Published on 2012-11-17 07:00:00

The 47th edition of the evening festival starts at 7pm in Nathan Phillips Square. Visitors can enjoy some free concerts, fireworks and party music during the Saturday, November 17, 2012 event that kicks off the Holiday Season. The City's official Chr

Bloor-Yorkville Holiday Magic 2012

Published on 2012-11-17 06:00:00

Crooner Matt Dusk will headline the free Bloor-Yorkville BIA Holiday Magic official lighting ceremony. The fun happens from 5:00 to 6:30 pm on November 17, 2012 in the Village of Yorkville Park at Cumberland and Bellair Streets. Matt, pictured above,

Get your free newspaper here

Published on 2012-11-16 22:17:00

Complimentary newspapers sit waiting to be passed out to rush-hour pedestrians in #Toronto, while daily free newspapers can be picked up at

NASCAR Truck Series in 2013

Published on 2012-11-16 17:13:00

The Canadian Tire Motorsport Park near Bowmanville Ontario will feature the first NASCAR Camping World Truck Series during the next Labour Day weekend (September 1, 2013). The big boys of racing will mark firsts for the first Canadian race of the s

Expedia Cures Vacation Deprivation

Published on 2012-11-15 20:55:00

Can't seem to take that vacation? Canadians get an average of 15 days of holidays and almost 20% of them do not use that precious, precious vacation time. It is time to request those last vacation days and book an adventurous trip, especially if you

BMW and Harley to debut at Motorcycle Show

Published on 2012-11-15 07:00:00

Just weeks away from the December 7-9, 2012 Power Sport Services' @thebikeshows in #Toronto some of the big boys

PawsWay Pet Photos with Santa

Published on 2012-11-14 20:32:00

Check out the @PawsWay events at 245 Queens Quay West in #Toronto

@100thGreyCup Festival

Published on 2012-11-14 19:58:00

The game was delayed because they were thinking of

Desperately seeking Fall

Published on 2012-11-13 20:22:00

I was extremely happy during the recent days of record high temperatures in #Toronto, then we get hit with tiny snow and dropping temperatures, with a little wind chill thrown in for good measure. The end of Fall doesn't really come until the Winter

Cyclist injured on the streets of #Toronto

Published on 2012-11-13 18:42:00

An early morning collision between a Green for Life Environmental garbage truck driven by a 37 year old man and a cyclist left a lady with life

Hilary Farr Design

Published on 2012-11-12 19:56:00

@LoveItorListIt, the W Network Gemini nominated reality show starring designer @Hilary_Farr and

Hockey Hall of Fame Induction

Published on 2012-11-12 18:28:00

Pavel Bure, Adam Oates, Joe Sakic and Mats Sundin were inducted into the @HockeyHallFame in #Toronto on Monday, November 12, 2012 in the Allen Lambert Galleria at Brookfield Place. Even as the NHL languishes in the throes of labour negotiations and

Call of Duty: Black Ops II #Toronto Launch

Published on 2012-11-12 13:55:00

The @CallofDuty rang out and it was answered by the Black Ops 2 Special Forces during an event leading up to the Midnight release of the 1st person shooter game on Monday, November 12, 2012. Base camp is being setup at double time in Yonge-Dundas Squ

#Toronto Eaton Centre Christmas

Published on 2012-11-12 13:33:00

A new Christmas Tree has been placed in the middle of the #TOEatonCentre. The annual decorations include the giant reindeer and hanging stars from past seasons as well as a new 50 foot modern tree that replaces the Swarovski Crystal Tree that used to

Argonauts Win in #Toronto

Published on 2012-11-11 20:51:00

The @TorontoArgos started behind the eight ball before beating the Edmonton Eskimoes 42-26 during the @CFL Eastern Semi-final. It was a fun night of throws and tackles in the Rogers Centre on Sunday, November 11, 2012 and I think the Argo Cheerleader

Model Alisha Lynn

Published on 2012-11-10 11:30:00

Alisha Lynn is a beautiful freelance model from #Toronto and I managed to take some photos of her at Importfest 2012 as she sits on a bright white motorcycle. Have a great weekend.

Nov 11 Remembrance Day in #Toronto

Published on 2012-11-09 07:00:00

Sunday November 11, 2012 will be a time of Remembrance for those that served Canada during times of war and peace. You can find ceremonies at Old Fort York, Old City Hall and the five Civic Centres: East York, North York, York, Etobicoke and Scarboro

Hope Rising! with Annie Lennox

Published on 2012-11-08 19:56:00

An inspirational night of music helped make the Stephen Lewis Foundation second #Toronto Hope Rising concert a success. Singing stars Annie Lennox, Sarah McLachlan and Angelique Kidjo performed in the annual fundraiser and celebration of the accompli

Illuminite: #Toronto gets its' glow on

Published on 2012-11-08 19:00:00

On Saturday night the annual @DowntownYonge tree lighting ceremony kicks off Illuminite 2012 with fire and music in Yonge-Dundas Square. Beginning at 6pm on November 10 the Winter Magic Festival will feature Circus Oranges' fire and pyrotechnics rout

Chalk Chick Street Art

Published on 2012-11-07 20:48:00

Several chalk artists work outside the #Toronto Eaton Centre, leaving their concrete canvas to quickly fade away after their work has been completed and donations received. This one is by the Chalk Chick and sits near the Yonge and Dundas Street inte

Wedding Photos in #Toronto

Published on 2012-11-06 20:22:00

Blushing brides dressed in white and surrounded by lovely bridesmaids in colourful dresses, handsome grooms and their solid ushers in black and white suits can be found gathering around the city for wedding posing for wedding photos. I really enjoy s

PawsWay in November and December 2012

Published on 2012-11-06 08:00:00

Rover, Rover I call you over to @PawsWay Pet Park in #Toronto! If your dog has been good they can look forward to pictures with Santa on weekends with December. No I didn't make a mistake - with Santa himself I said! The calendar of events from Paw

@TrumpToronto lavish Bond 007 package

Published on 2012-11-05 20:07:00

Secret agent James Bond was on her Majesty's service when he refused to check into a cheap dive while under cover as a schoolteacher on

Hudson Bay Christmas Windows

Published on 2012-11-05 09:00:00

Like a familiar Christmas movie the Hudson Bay Christmas Windows light up the night along Queen Street West in #Toronto. Beginning in early November the North Pole life of Santa Claus plays out in a series of windows that take us through toy producti

The Wheel: A Samhain Masquerade

Published on 2012-11-04 01:12:00

Halloween for witches and pagans was observed with a dance around a magic circle in Yonge-Dundas Square on Saturday November 3, 2012. Dragon Ritual Drummers, Pagans' Folly and Amanda Rose Moscar were some of the performances of the night which also s

Day of the Dead #Toronto 2012

Published on 2012-11-04 01:03:00

Celebrate and honour the dead at the @harbourfrontTO annual Mexican festival on the weekend of November 3-4. Artists and craftspeople, music and food complemented the shrines, alters and skeletons at the Queens Quay Centre. Traditionally the people

The Everything to do with Sex Show 2012

Published on 2012-11-03 09:00:00

@The_Sex_Show heats up #Toronto as sugar and spice and everything nice squeezes into the south building of the Metro Toronto Convention Centre November 2-4, 2012. Latex and Lace begin the main stage entertainment on Saturday while bodypainters are fe

Santa's Reindeer in Eaton Centre

Published on 2012-11-02 14:13:00

The Holiday season is here #Toronto and the Eaton Centre has already started placing their giant reindeers and will soon install their 50’ Christmas Tree. While out on Yonge Street and in the famous windows of The Bay on Queen Street the winter mag

Memories of Summer in #Toronto

Published on 2012-11-01 18:03:00

It was a trifle cold and damp today and the weekend brings the end of Daylight Savings Time so we might as well break out the winter parkas and skiis and wait for snow. On Sunday November 4, 2012 at 2 AM remember to turn back your clocks 1 hour. Darn

Google Travel Survey

Published on 2012-11-01 09:30:00

Going online with Google is how many Canadians search for travel brands when booking vacations.

Disney Star Wars

Published on 2012-10-31 19:04:00

The Star Wars Empire has been sold to Disney for over $4 Billion. I hope Disney locks some of those episodes away in their vaults. The new Episode 7 is planned for release in 2015 with George Lucas taking the part of creative consultant in the upcomi

Halloween and ComiCON

Published on 2012-10-31 18:34:00

Halloween in the Middle Ages was the start of the first ComiCON and now forget dressing up as a Saint, it's Iron Man all the way. Unfortunately this year kids will have to put up with rain on the moist candy run that is Halloween 2012 - Post Hurrican

Sandy Frankenhype Storm

Published on 2012-10-30 20:49:00

The weekend rain continued with the addition of high wind gusts as the dregs of Hurricane Sandy petered out on the run into the the interior of North America. It probably stopped for beer on the way back to the beach. The media told me to stock up on emergency supplies as most of Ontario would be swept away into the ocean. The strongest wind gusts reported at Pearson Airport was 80 km/h while the Island Airport reported gusts of 91 km/h. Georgian Bay's Western Island reported the strongest gust [..]

Almost Everything to do with Sex Show

Published on 2012-10-30 20:23:00

That's right - it's almost time for @The_Sex_Show at the Metro #Toronto Convention Centre from November 2-4, 2012. If you can gather your courage then make the trip to the South Hall which will be full of frisky exhibitors and add a little spice to this weekend. Once you step through the door you can visit the main stage entertainment, view erotic art or walk through the dungeon area. "The Everything To Do With Sex Show is a window into the world of the products and services that enhance one� [..]

New Models at #Toronto Motorcycle Show

Published on 2012-10-30 08:00:00

Plus they will have some new bikes! The December 7th to 9th, 2012 Toronto Motorcycle Show will bring out some new motorcycles from Yamaha at this year's show. Frankenstorm is heralding the return of winter to our fair country and the thrill of the open road is just about gone - even the next Port Dover run is not until Friday September 13, 2013. You can rekindle your motorcycle romance and pick up some accessories, apparel and parts from Motovan and Joe Rocket at the Metro Toronto Convention Cen [..]

High Park Playground Made Right

Published on 2012-10-29 20:15:00

Mike Holmes made it right and the #Toronto High Park playground was rebuilt after vandals destroyed large portions of the wooden castles by arson. The Jamie Bell Adventure Playground rebuild was planned with the famous construction expert, City of Toronto Councillor Sarah Doucette and Landscape Architect Janet Rosenburg in may of 2012 and the project was filmed later in July for an episode of Mike's HOLMES Makes it Right. He left his mark with a plaque on a large rock which also had a sword st [..]

Designing 007: 50 years of Bond

Published on 2012-10-29 12:00:00

#Toronto spy-craft just got the star treatment as the man with a licence to kill has a lot of secrets on display at tiff. The design of the elements in the movies help set the man apart from run of the mill spies - you know, the type without the licence. If you want pictures inside the

#Toronto Zoomers

Published on 2012-10-29 10:00:00

Baby Boomers and older went to the @ZoomerShows consumer and lifestyle expo at the Direct Energy Centre where they were looked at vacations,

NFL Experience

Published on 2012-10-28 00:13:00

I watched the interactive NFL Experience taking place in Yonge-Dundas Square over the weekend and I didn't see any bone crunching action so it looked safe for all family members. With no hockey due to labour problems the pigskin game is one of the few professional sports that can take the place of Canada's beloved hockey game. Former Redskins Running Back Clinton Portis was the NFL player making an appearance at Toronto's event. October 28, 2012 is the last day of the educational and fun [..]

Climb the Turbine

Published on 2012-10-27 23:32:00

Teams of two climbed a ladder in the #Toronto Exhibition Place wind powered generator for the 1st annual Climb the Turbine fundraiser. Participants had to raise $1,000 per team to join the climb. Wearing a safety harness and strap the teams went up the long ladder with a guide. The only break in the climb were three safety platforms where they rest for short periods. TREC Education will

Night of Dread

Published on 2012-10-27 22:53:00

#Toronto ghouls cried in the night and children shivered in fear during @ClayandPaper Theatre's 13th annual parade of fears. Gathering in the afternoon of Saturday October 27, 2012 the scary creatures headed out of Dufferin Grove Park onto the streets around 6pm. Proper dress code was black, white and dreadful. "This much-loved community celebration incorporates international folk and theatrical traditions, drawing inspiration from festivals of death and remembrance around the world. Come and [..]

PawsWay Halloween Party

Published on 2012-10-26 17:18:00

Cute dogs in cute costumes at PawsWay! Here is their party notice.Attention all Ghoulishly Creepy Canines:

Art Toronto 2012

Published on 2012-10-26 14:30:00

#Toronto celebrates the art with the international art fair held from October 26 to 29, 2012 in the Metro Toronto Convention Centre. On Thursday October 25 they had an opening night preview of Art Toronto where I had the opportunity to view the incredible breadth of art and also met many of the artists and plenty of friendly art patrons. You can see my photos of the unveiling of the Robert Rauschenberg BMW Art Car here. BMW was one of the major sponsors of the event. The hall was filled with p [..]

BMW Art Car at Art Toronto 2012

Published on 2012-10-26 14:18:00

Artist Robert Rauschenberg used the BMW 635 CSi for the 1986 BMW Art Car which is on display during Art #Toronto 2012. This is the first Canadian viewing of Rauschenberg’s creation which was number 6 in a series of BMW Art Cars that now numbers 17, one of which was painted by Andy Warhol. The unveiling happened during the Opening Night Preview held Thursday night. The unique automotive canvas started in 1975 and the first ones were actually used in races – now they are museum pieces. Robert [..]

Fashion Week in #Toronto

Published on 2012-10-26 12:11:00

Models strutted on the catwalk, patrons sat on benches and the floor DJ was reported as a fake! Come back for more 2012 coverage as photos are added. The Canadian Spring 2013 Catwalk FSHN WK show is at David Pecaut Square from October 22-26. Here are some photos of the TRIARCHY collection. See more of the show after the jump. The large tent holding Fashion Week is beside Roy Thomson Hall The ladies from kit Waiting for the show to begin The start of the TRIARCHY [..]

Ryerson University supports United Way

Published on 2012-10-25 13:35:00

Students played games and were served up some tasty, hot chilli at @RyersonU during the Chillin’ on Gould St community support for United Way event. The fun featured contests, giant boxing gloves, basketball dunk games and fighting hot dogs.

Happy Balls

Published on 2012-10-25 12:39:00

A bunch of Lotto Max lottery balls were bouncing around the Yonge and Dundas intersection in #Toronto. Who needs a casino when you can gamble on balls? They were very friendly and welcomed me into the group for a prize winning photo.

He's coming to town

Published on 2012-10-24 21:31:00

Red posters cover the windows of the Hudson Bay Company on Queen Street East across from the #Toronto Eaton Centre. The holiday tradition of Christmas window displays

Art at Steam Whistle Brewery

Published on 2012-10-23 20:53:00

The historic #Toronto CPR Roundhouse has been home to @SteamWhistle

Shrink wrap your boat #Toronto

Published on 2012-10-23 11:00:00

Cranes have been busy down at the lakefront picking boats out of the water as the summer boating season ends. Many of the boats get wrapped in white or blue

#Toronto Distillery District Segway

Published on 2012-10-22 11:00:00

The historic

Silver Snail Comic Store

Published on 2012-10-21 17:56:00

The new #Toronto home of Silver Snail is on the second floor of 329 Yonge Street - right beside the new Five Guys Burger and Fries joint. The recently moved from Queen Street West location using an old fashioned bucket line - with a comic twist. The new comic and action figure store even features a cafe and the store was doing quite a business when

#Toronto Zombie Walk 2012

Published on 2012-10-20 16:51:00

The undead assembled at City Hall for the 10th annual @TOZombieWalk. Blood flowed and brains were eaten as no one alive was spared the horror of downtown traffic, especially cars following the zombies on Queen, University, Dundas or Yonge Street. The Saturday October 20, 2012 event rocked! I joined Toronto Zombie Walk organizer Thea Munster (left) and head zombie wrangler Adrienne Everitt (right) in the photo at top. The Zombie Wranglers gather before the relentless march of the undead This [..]

3D Joy in #Toronto

Published on 2012-10-19 08:00:00

The joy of 3D is shown in the face of this cute movie watching panda. The advertisement is for some furniture place called CB2, but I don't know if I can trust a panda wearing the old fashioned green-red stereo 3D glasses. This is like the 21st Century - you need those 150 dollar active 3D glasses where it looks like you stepped right out of a seniors residence in Florida. With the LG Dual Play gaming televisions you need all-right and all-left glasses. For people who like to keep the passive 3D [..]

Go #Toronto Go!

Published on 2012-10-18 19:31:00

@ArgosCheer

A Firkin British Pub Invasion

Published on 2012-10-18 17:49:00

Rule Britannia #Toronto with @FirkinPubs! This summer we fell in love with the Royals; Prince William, his new wife Kate Middleton and the ginger hot Prince Harry - now it's time to feel the love of the Firkin Pub as the chain renovates their look and their menu to take over the Commonwealth of Food and Drink. The Quail & Firkin at 1055 Yonge Street is the first of the renovated Firkins to be unveiled to the public. With 11 Firkin locations in Toronto the full-service restaurants cook up trad [..]

Sarah McLachlan joins Annie Lennox at Hope Rising

Published on 2012-10-17 21:37:00

The Sold Out Steven Lewis Foundation 2nd Annual Hope Rising 2012 benefit concert features headliner Annie Lennox and now Sarah McLachlan will also perform. The event draws attention to the importance of African women in the fight against the AIDS pandemic and will be held at Roy Thomson Hall on Wednesday November 7 at 8:30pm. The concert will be broadcast by CBC Radio One on Friday November 30 which is World Aids Day. The award winning singer, songwriter, Order of Canada recipient and founder [..]

Air Canada enRoute Film Festival 2012 finalists

Published on 2012-10-17 21:06:00

We Refuse to Be Cold, Noeud papillon, We Blinded the Sun and Let's Make Lemonade are the finalists in the 6th Annual Air enRoute Film Festival. The film festival features works from new and student filmmakers and the winner of the Best Short Film Award will take home $5,000 provided by Cineplex Entertainment as well as a trip to the Clermont Ferrand International Short Film Festival in France.In addition to the Best Film there will also be awards in Achievement in Documentary, Achievement in Dir [..]

Celebration of Hockey in #Toronto

Published on 2012-10-17 20:15:00

Hockey trophies from seasons gone by were on display at Yonge-Dundas Square on Wednesday October 17, 2012.

Honda Indy #Toronto support races

Published on 2012-10-16 18:12:00

Joining the double header IndyCar races in the 2013 @HondaIndy will be the Pirelli World Challenge and the Cooper Tires USF2000 Championship Powered by Mazda. The full race schedule over the July 12-14 for the Toronto event is still being crafted by Green Savoree Racing Promotions but we do know that the Nascar Canadian Tire Series stock car race remains out of the 2013 schedule. The support series are inked into the 2013 and 2014 events in Mid-Ohio, St Petersburg and Toronto race weekends. Th [..]

Segway Ontario Tours

Published on 2012-10-15 20:59:00

I have watched the @SegwayOntario Tours run through the Historic Distillery District in #Toronto many times - now it was time to mount up. Here is someone riding through the cobblestone neighbourhood of the District. They are open year round in Toronto and don't forget about the Haunted Walk

#Toronto Waterfront Marathon

Published on 2012-10-14 07:47:00

In 2012 the waterfront comes to the runners as the day Marathon, Half-Marathon and the 5k runs will be drenched from above with rain in the forecast all day. Still, the preparations continued on Saturday for the Sunday October event. The stages and barriers for the start/finish line went up on Bay Street across from the City Hall and Nathan Phillips Square as the road closures started to impact the city. The start and finish line are in the heart of the city and the runners first head north be [..]

Battle of Queenston Heights

Published on 2012-10-13 21:49:00

Historic Lewiston in New York called out the big guns for the Bicentennial commemoration and a reenactment of

#Toronto Police Games

Published on 2012-10-13 20:33:00

The 130th annual Toronto Police Amateur Athletic Association Games took place at Rogers Centre on Saturday October 13, 2012. The event has been held at Rogers Centre for 20 years and features athletics and police displays with proceeds going directly to the Toronto Police Widows and Orphans Fund. "This year will feature an athletic portion including a highly competitive obstacle course, tug-of-war and relay race. Traditional components of the Police Games will also return with the annual March [..]

Improv in #Toronto: Zombies Attack

Published on 2012-10-13 20:04:00

An @improvinToronto zombie lies on the street trying

RoboCop on motorcycle

Published on 2012-10-13 19:45:00

OmniCorp's RoboCop rides a mighty hog on the movie set in the University of #Toronto today. Maybe we will see him at the 2012 Fall Motorcycle Show. They haven't moved far from the College Street shooting location I had last seen them at. See more movie magic after the jump.

Supermodel Theresa Longo

Published on 2012-10-13 19:34:00

#Toronto model @TheresaLongo

Niagara Falls in Fall

Published on 2012-10-12 18:54:00

The famous tourist destination is almost perfect in Fall - the water roars, mist still drops on your face but the lines are smaller and the trees have a lot of colour. I just returned from a mini vacation in the Niagara Falls area, both on the Canadian and the American side of the Niagara Gorge, and it was a nice getaway. More things were still open on the Canadian side but booze is plentiful and cheap on the American side - so it was kind of a nice balance. The Skylon Tower, on the right, is [..]

International Day of the Girl

Published on 2012-10-11 20:24:00

Because I am a Girl in #Toronto! Yonge-Dundas Square celebrated the Day as part of the Canada wide @biaagcanada events on Thursday October 11, 2012 from 5pm to 7pm. The family friendly event asked people to wear pink to show support for the cause. "A first-ever Day of the Girl celebration, including a concert by our newest Celebrated Ambassador Alyssa Reid, a refreshing Pink LemonAid stand, an interactive art exhibit, and a Because I am a Girl pop-up-shop, so you can wear the cause!" This yea [..]

World Press Photo 12 in #Toronto

Published on 2012-10-11 19:39:00

Brilliant press photographs from the latest edition of @WorldPressPhoto are back in @ArtsBrookfield. The traveling exhibition features award winning journalistic photographs including Samuel Aranda's World Press Photo of the Year 2011, below. Check out all the top photos and their descriptions on the World Press Photo website. The annual contest was started in 1955 by the Dutch and is currently sponsored worldwide by Canon. The 2012 winning photos were chosen from over 100,000 entries. "World [..]

The National Motorcycle Show coming in December

Published on 2012-10-11 08:00:00

Winter isn't here yet my friends we still have some leftover summer in #Toronto. As long as there is a motorcycle show left to come we are sitting pretty. The Fall National Motorcycle Show is scheduled from

A picture is worth a ...

Published on 2012-10-10 09:00:00

... thousand critics. says Gregory Alan Elliott on a sign in #Toronto. It is funny where you find the street artist's art and poetry. I was standing in Chinatown on Spadina when I happened to look up in a tree that was right beside me. It took me awhile to figure out that it was one of Gregory's famous smiling yellow hearts. The heart was only made of cardboard and has seen better days - not like his sturdier works made from recycled corrugated plastic signs

Hey Lucy

Published on 2012-10-09 09:00:00

My wife really loves the I love Lucy show - and all its variants. This sign makes me smile

#Toronto Humber Bridge Sculpture

Published on 2012-10-09 09:00:00

An unusual illuminated art installation by Interactive Arts hangs from the pedestrian bridge crossing the Humber River at the mouth of Lake Ontario. The work, which is open for interpretation, could be a dream version of a pair of whales or maybe two squid or even a couple of hungry fish swimming for shiny lures - lined with over 1000 LED lights. Made out of fibreglass and put together by a dedicated team of artists the art hangs high over pedestrians heads about halfway along the bridge. You [..]

Las Vegas with Expedia

Published on 2012-10-08 09:00:00

Sin City may have been built on gambling but almost 2 million Canadian tourists last year spent a lot of time away from the slots and tables of the city of lights. In fact you can't find many lights in one of Las Vegas popular attractions found nearby at Red Rock Canyon and Mount Charleston. For extra fun you can visit the Hoover Dam and the Grand Canyon. On the fantastic strip of Las Vegas Boulevard, which only really comes to life at night, you can find most of the stars in the heavens seem [..]

Happy Thanksgiving 2012 #Toronto

Published on 2012-10-07 23:01:00

May your pumpkins always end up as delicious pies! I saw these bright orange vegetable in the St Lawrence Market area. Thanksgiving in Canada is the second Monday in October. This year it is October 8. Be happy - unless you are a turkey.

Rogers Skydome Centre Roof

Published on 2012-10-07 12:30:00

The #Toronto sports and concert venue began as the Skydome and later called the Rogers Centre was the first major sports arena with a retractable roof and in September of this year it wouldn't close during a rainy baseball game. The Blue Jays fans got a little wet! You can see it open from the inside on my post here. I really thought that the roof was actually made of concrete. Take a look at the pictures and the colour and shape says concrete. However I was delusional. The 3 moving panels and [..]

Fall colours at the Scarborough Bluffs

Published on 2012-10-07 09:03:00

The cold weather in #Toronto has meant that fall is here and that parking is now free along the beaches! That's right my friends, parking along the Lake Ontario municipal waterfront parks and beaches is free from October to April. Take advantage of the lack of crowds and check out the fall colours that are appearing at such places as the incredible Scarborough Bluffs and Bluffer Park - think about bringing a light winter coat and some gloves. The sumac leaves, above, seem the first to go a brigh [..]

Canada cuts ties to Iran, rally ensues

Published on 2012-10-06 22:56:00

On September 7, 2012 Foreign Affairs Minister John Baird declared that Iran was the most significant threat to global peace and Canada closed its embassy in Iran and expelled Iranian Diplomats from Canada. The governments media release says “Moreover, the Iranian regime has shown blatant disregard for the Vienna Convention and its guarantee of protection for diplomatic personnel. Under the circumstances, Canada can no longer maintain a diplomatic presence in Iran. Our diplomats serve Canada [..]

OmniCorp RoboCop in #Toronto

Published on 2012-10-06 21:23:00

"We have the future under control" and that control includes a powerful half human, half robot cyborg played by Joel Kinnamon. OmniCorp was on College Street just west of University Avenue shooting their feature film remake about the Detroit Policeman named Alex Murphy, wounded and dying, who is brought back as the crime fighting RoboCop. Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer and Columbia Pictures production is directed by Jose Padilha and also stars Gary Oldman, Michael Keaton and Samuel L Jackson. The movie wi [..]

#Toronto Bedventure with Hotels.com

Published on 2012-10-05 20:00:00

I don't know the technical term for a 16x20 foot bed, probably the Behemoth King, but @Hotelsdotcomca had one in Yonge-Dundas Square to promote their Welcome Rewards incentive program. Behind the bed was a green screen and you could pick a fantasy destination as a backdrop - I picked Egypt and the Pyramids of Giza, then they take a free photo of you on the bed and add the background by computer. It makes for a great 'staycation' with no jet lag. The photos of me on the bed with two lovely ladies [..]

Hailo taxi app in #Toronto

Published on 2012-10-04 13:06:00

Hailing a taxi in Toronto has never been easier since the recent launch of the @HAILOToronto free smartphone app. Coming over the pond from London and Dublin the app arrives in North America allow users to hail

Haunted Walk of Old #Toronto

Published on 2012-10-04 12:00:00

Hopefully the ghosts will come out to play during the 90 minute

Zombie Undeading

Published on 2012-10-04 09:23:00

#Toronto @TOzombieWalk are crawling out of their graves, crypts and condos for the Heart and Stroke Foundation event called the Undeading. The non-living will gather together to promote CPR at Yonge-Dundas Square at noon on Thursday October 4, 2012. The Foundation has released the horde of zombies for the world premiere of a short 3 minute movie on CPR awareness that features the undead saving a dying person by using CPR and calling 9-1-1. But what do they save the puny human for......? I love [..]

Sidewalk Painting on Yonge St

Published on 2012-10-04 09:00:00

Concrete makes a tough canvas but some talented artists manage to bring art to the masses - especially around the #Toronto Eaton Centre. This is Italian artist Caravaggio's Cardsharps from the year 1595, this street version was was painted by an artist during an unofficial Nuit Blanche. See more art after the jump. And a sidewalk promotion of Three Days Grace Transit of Venus album

Justin Trudeau goes for Leadership

Published on 2012-10-03 21:21:00

The Canadian political scene heats up with Justin Trudeau's recent announcement that he will run for the leadership of the Liberal Party, bringing him one step closer to his father's (Pierre Elliott Trudeau) role as the Prime Minister of Canada. I found it funny that Ancestry.ca had a vintage voting station at Yonge-Dundas Square to announce the collection of Canada Voter lists from 1935 to 1980. Their background on the voting station featured

#Toronto Real Estate 2012 Ride

Published on 2012-10-03 20:26:00

These guys know how to do a ride - the Commerce Court courtyard was full of stationary bikes for the JDRF Canada fundraiser. Teams or Real Estate professionals took a break from selling condominiums to help fund the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation. The elephants seemed oblivious to the whole event See more of the ride after the jump.

YTV Cache Craze

Published on 2012-10-02 21:29:00

The new YTV family series Cache Craze was filming at Yonge-Dundas Square in #Toronto today. The geocaching based competition game show is from 9 Story Entertainment and the 10-week series premieres in spring of 2013. The show is described as a treasure hunt hosted by comedian Ryan Horwood. Geocaching is a great way to explore and consists of finding small items hidden away which can only be found by following map coordinates using handheld GPS units or even smartphones. Today's set constructed [..]

Free Range Lexus cars in #Toronto

Published on 2012-10-02 18:28:00

Several superb automobiles escaped from the new Downtown Lexus showroom at Dundas and the Don Valley Parkway and gathered to meet bankers on Bay Street. The RBC building courtyard is a excellent place to showcase the lines of the vehicles which include some hybrids for green consumers. I have passed their new showroom and it is a gorgeous multi-level showroom which they describe as "Lexus, renowned for world class engineering and luxury, now has a world class facility right in the heart of the [..]

Occupy Gardens #Toronto

Published on 2012-10-01 21:02:00

The vegetable arm of Occupy Toronto planted a small, symbolic garden in the park section on the north side of Queens Park. The Occupy Garden was planted by the People's Pea Garden, without a permit, and the City went in just before harvest and removed the garden. The green contingent made the trek to City Hall to protest the end of their garden and the timing of the removal, coming just before the harvest. Protester explains he was asked to leave City Hall or face arrest The group loves edi [..]

Fall colours in Haliburton

Published on 2012-10-01 20:14:00

Peak fall colours are fast approaching and are brilliant in the Dorset area of

Honda Indy #Toronto Doubleheader in 2013

Published on 2012-10-01 19:13:00

Back to back IZOD IndyCar racing is coming to the 2013 @HondaIndy with a race on both Saturday and Sunday. Race organizers Green Savoree Toronto are currently working on the IndyCar and supporting race schedules as well as the roster of entertainment that will make a full July 12-14 weekend of excitement in Exhibition Place. I hope they bring back the stock cars of the NASCAR Canadian Tire Series. Three cities will host a doubleheader race during the upcoming series - Detroit, Toronto and Hous [..]

Nuit Blanche 2012

Published on 2012-09-30 20:46:00

The 150 projects that comprise the @sbNuitBlanche all night contemporary art exhibitions kept a lot of #Toronto awake all night wandering the streets following maps and schedules for the three zones. Canadian pop star Nelly Furtado even did a pop-up performance from an apartment building

Google Maps Street View in #Toronto

Published on 2012-09-29 09:00:00

I love seeing the Google Maps Street View car driving around the city. Here it is near the Air Canada Centre. When he honks his horn I wonder if it says "cheese"? This makes several times that I have seen the Street View camera car. They really spend a bundle for the data that is needed for their maps and street view applications. One of their competitors in the mapping business is Apple who released their own mapping app which has drawn a lot of

@PawsWay in October 2012

Published on 2012-09-28 23:03:00

Tired of just walking your dog on the cold sidewalks of #Toronto? It's time for a visit to the 3,500 square foot

Beacon in Brookfield Place

Published on 2012-09-28 20:51:00

@sbNuitBlanche Beacon, 2012 in #Toronto rising in the middle of Allen Lambert Galleria of @ArtsBrookfield Place. The bare bones lighthouse structure is by Alison Norlen and is a little underwhelming in the harsh light of day - it gets lost in the amazing arched space within Brookfield Place. At night the girders and metal pipe will probably be lit up - presumably like a lighthouse, and should be more impressive. As a bonus the work is situated in one of my favourite indoor spaces in Toronto! " [..]

Falling for you

Published on 2012-09-27 21:46:00

The #Toronto area is seeing bright splashes of colour as peak fall conditions advance across Ontario. You can check out the weekly Ontario Ministry of Tourism fall colour reports at their website.

Walk a Mile #Toronto

Published on 2012-09-27 08:00:00

It's time for the Walk a Mile in Her Shoes to help end violence against woman and girls. The chance to understand the opposite sex by walking a mile in her shoes is an event that brings a smile to your face even as funds are raised during the Thursday September 27, 2012 charity walk. Registration begins at 11:30am, the walk leaves at 12:45pm and ends at 2:30pm with a start and finish at Yonge-Dundas Square. You can see my photos from the 2011 event here.

Celebrity Stylist Brad Goreski in #Toronto

Published on 2012-09-26 20:34:00

Canadian star of It's a Brad, Brad World @mrBradGoreski (above, left) brought his fashion style to the @MarksWW live billboards at Yonge-Dundas Square. The chain is hoping to bring more women into the store and not just buying clothes for the working man in their life. I remember the fashion show they did at this time last year in the square - some of the looks were sexy. Womanly, but I like the construction boots too! Dropping the 'Work Wearhouse' the brand is know just Mark's and was promoti [..]

#Toronto SETI Telescope Array

Published on 2012-09-26 18:43:00

The capital of Ontario has joined the Search for Extraterrestrial Intelligence with the installation of the Nathan Phillips Telescope Array. The array was tested by searching for intelligence in City Hall! It almost had something but then it focused on the Mayor's empty room and nothing was found. Rob might have been on the football field - trailed by all the media that has caused the Ford brothers to call them bricks or something. The large arrary looks similar to the OMNI television studios [..]

Tim Burton's Frankenweenie

Published on 2012-09-25 19:05:00

The season of the undead rises in #Toronto with #Frankenweenie and @TOzombieWalk. I fear the reaper and the concession stand at the movies - oooooooohhhhh, the horror. Officially it goes spring, summer, fall, undead and then winter. The undead equinox falls on Halloween. Victor's attic

Ashbridges Bay North: Rugby Ontario

Published on 2012-09-24 20:20:00

Two @RugbyOntario teams fought a friendly game on the #Toronto field at Ashbridges Bay North during the past weekend. The Markham Irish in green and Balmy Beach in blue met in the Beach area as part of the senior men's league schedule which ends in championship games in late October. Founded in 1949 the current roster of the Rugby Ontario Union has over 9,000 players in 71 clubs. Players wear very little in protection with a uniform consisting of a team t-shirt, shorts, socks, shoes and I'm gue [..]

Resting for Nuit Blanche

Published on 2012-09-24 19:16:00

Sleepless in #Toronto is the way to go when you are hitting the @sbNuitBlancheTO all-night trail of contemporary art this Saturday. However, on the days leading up to the September 29, 2012 sunset to sunrise event is the time to get some extra rest so your energy levels are high for the long night of art appreciation. You can also use the time to go through the guide picking some of the 150 projects that you want to visit. You will really need to be sharp to make it through the massive crowds, [..]

Jill Hennessy at Canada's Walk of Fame Festival

Published on 2012-09-23 20:40:00

@CWOfame Festival 2012 last day of free concerts featured television actress and

Dia Wiphala Day

Published on 2012-09-23 20:14:00

The City of #Toronto raised the Wiphala Flag to mark the autumn equinox and the anniversary of the Andean Council of Indigenous Peoples on Sunday September 23, 2012. The celebration included traditional dancers and singers performing on the podium roof of City Hall. "There will be performances by traditional singers and dancers, including "Los Danzaq" from Peru, "Wayna Thakis" from Bolivia, "Spirit Wind" from Canada,

Dodge Dart Street Style Tour

Published on 2012-09-23 19:58:00

A Graffiti artist in #Toronto works his magic on the 2013 @Dodge_Canada Dart during the Yonge-Dundas Square leg of the Street Style Tour. "Dodge fans in Toronto- come join us today through Sunday at our Dart Street Style Tour! Today and tomorrow, we're at King St. West & Brant in the Entertainment District Parking Lot. Both nights till 11pm! Sunday we'll be at Manifesto in Dundas Square from noon till 11pm. Come take a test drive in our all-new 2013 Dodge Dart. There will also be music and coo [..]

Giant Red Capet on Worlds Longest Street*

Published on 2012-09-23 09:00:00

#Toronto is in the spotlight again as the Canadian Walk of Fame Festival honoured celebrities with the installation of an enormous red carpet along Yonge Street across from the Eaton Centre (* note: not the World's largest Street anymore, damn, how did that happen?) and an awards gala at the Ed Mirvish Theatre. The gala will be hosted by David Letterman's musical director Paul Shaffer. Randy Bachman, Phil Hartman, Russ Jackson, Sarah McLachlan, Sonia Rodrigues, Team Canada 1972 hockey team and [..]

Tweed Ride #Toronto 2012

Published on 2012-09-22 22:14:00

A dashing and debonair group ride through downtown streets took place on Saturday September 22 and it was

Muslim Protest at US Consulate

Published on 2012-09-22 21:31:00

The worldwide Muslim anger against the film 'Innocence

#Toronto Windfest 2012: Go fly a kite

Published on 2012-09-22 20:17:00

Strong winds at #TorontoWindFest

Cruising on the #Toronto Kajama

Published on 2012-09-21 23:56:00

Become a master and commander, or maybe a dangerous pirate, on the 3-masted Great Lakes Schooner Kajama

Fun things to do in #Toronto November & December 2012

Published on 2012-09-21 20:43:00

You don't have to hibernate in the cold times leading up to New Years Eve, there are plenty of fun things to do in our city at the end of the year.

Walk of Fame Festival

Published on 2012-09-21 13:16:00

Canada’s 2012 Walk of Fame Festival @CWOfame kicked off at #Toronto City Hall at noon on Friday September 21 with the introduction of the members of the famous Team Canada 1972 Hockey Team – including Paul Henderson, Bob Clarke and Ken Dryden. The members came out on stage led by some pipers and then individually introduced to the swelling crowd. The hockey players gained national recognition with their victory over the Soviets during the 1972 Canada/Russia Friendship Series. This year is th [..]

Olympic Heroes Parade in #Toronto

Published on 2012-09-21 12:25:00

“They gave their everything. Now let’s give them a parade to remember.” Canadian Olympic and Paralympic Athletes who competed in the 2012 London Olympics were cheered by fans during the Friday September 21 Olympic Heroes Parade. Cries of ‘Canada’ filled the air as the large crowds lining the parade route waited for the athletes to make their way south along Bay Street, west along Wellington Street and down York Street where the parade ended near the Air Canada Centre. The Olympians s [..]

Cutting Edge Fashion Connoisseur

Published on 2012-09-20 19:35:00

Keeping an eye on cutting edge fashions in #Toronto is almost a full time job for me, especially since I rode in an elevator with Jay Manuel and absorbed so much style sense just from his silver hairdo. I would have learned more but we were only together for a few floors. With cooler weather already upon us and the official start of fall happening this Saturday September 22, 2012 I like to keep my eye on fashion that keeps us warm, yet still remains classy and will endure throughout the years. [..]

Shelter Dog Awareness with Shawn Desman

Published on 2012-09-19 21:23:00

Singer @DaRealSD poses with some a cute dog in #Toronto during The Humane Society of Durham Region's 5th annual #Pedigree Adoption Drive. The Juno Award winning, platinum selling Canadian artist, pictured above, joined with Pedigree for the event which helps to raise awareness of adopting shelter dogs. Yonge-Dundas Square had several booths and a fenced off green area for the dogs to wander freely while shelter dogs looked for their "forever families" and people could get free dog items. A por [..]

PUMA Kicks in the MINI

Published on 2012-09-18 21:38:00

The @TheHudsonsBayCo at the corner of Yonge and Queen in #Toronto has a Mini Cooper filled with @PUMA shoes - you can guess the number of Kicks in the car and possibly win a one year lease of a Mini. After the contest the shoes will be donated to the United Way. The number of styles and colours filling the car makes an impressive display of footwear. "In celebration of The Bay’s launch of the brand new MINI by PUMA footwear and apparel lines, PUMA is running a great contest. They’ve filled [..]

David Beckham statue in #Toronto

Published on 2012-09-18 21:06:00

The #Toronto Eaton Centre was bulging with @hmCanada's 10 foot, nearly naked, silver statue of British footballer #hmBeckham. You could walk the red carpet up to David and join him for a shiny photo opportunity.

Pink and the Truth About Love poster

Published on 2012-09-18 20:09:00

Pink posters abound in #Toronto advertising her

Superman's car in #Toronto

Published on 2012-09-17 21:17:00

Superman's car sits along the street and while his car is also faster than a speeding bullet it is unable to dodge some parking tickets. I know his car has super powers as well because it has the logo on the engine hood. I need to keep my eyes to the sky and see if he is leaping any of our tall buildings. Kal-El's car should have been left alone, how is a crime fighter supposed to keep the world safe when he has to worry about tickets? I might have actually seen Superman and Supergirl in To [..]

@OccupyToronto Anniversary

Published on 2012-09-17 20:49:00

A very small crowd of protesters met at the steps of the #Toronto Court House to mark the one year #S17 anniversary of the OWS Occupy Movement. They want to Stop Harper and demanded real democracy on Monday September 17, 2012. They had a few signs and also "chalkupied" the stairs and sidewalk in front of the Old Court House at Bay Street and Queen Street West. It looked like there were less than twenty protesters and about ten bicycle police beside the war memorial adjacent to Queen Street and [..]

Girls with curves in #Toronto

Published on 2012-09-17 09:00:00

Several beautiful ladies were promoting the new Clint Eastwood movie "Trouble with the curve" featuring Justin Timberlake and Amy Adams. I heard this one was better than "Trouble with the chair". "Gus Lobel (Clint Eastwood) has been one of the best scouts in baseball for decades, but, despite his efforts to hide it, age is starting to catch up with him. Nevertheless, Gus—who can tell a pitch just by the crack of the bat—refuses to be benched for what could be the final innings of his caree [..]

Urban Goose Chase

Published on 2012-09-16 00:00:00

Teams of two or four in orange competed head to head in the #Toronto @UrbanGooseChase where smartphones played a big role in the adventure game. Teams collect mission points with a phone app - scan the missions and chose the order you want to complete them then earn points when you are successful. Bonus points were given for outrageous outfits!The event only lasts from 1-4pm and happened on Saturday September 15, 2012 and the teams I ran into looked like they were having a great time. "Take a s [..]

Mexico's Independence Day 2012

Published on 2012-09-15 23:30:00

Mariachi and traditional dancers performed at #Toronto City Hall during a celebration of the Mexican Independence Day on Saturday September 15, 2012. There was also Mexican Food, workshops and traditional costume

People's Court Protest in #Toronto

Published on 2012-09-15 22:57:00

The Public Service Alliance of Canada along with 'prosecuter' Sid Ryan of the Ontario Federation of Labour brought serious charges against some of the top political leaders in Ontario today in a people's court. The politicians couldn't make the protest so the protesters made the politicians (or at least their heads) - out of paper mache. The big sticking point for the unions were cuts to the public sector and today was part of the National Day of Action activities across Canada. Four large hea [..]

#Toronto Polish Festival

Published on 2012-09-15 19:53:00

It was a day of festivities as the 2012 Roncesvalles Polish Festival

#Toronto Ukrainian Festival

Published on 2012-09-15 19:38:00

The Bloor West Village held their 16th annual Ukrainian Festival (@TorUkrFestival) Parade on Saturday September 15, 2012 - starting from High Park and ending at a street fair. "In 1995, Toronto was twinned with Kyiv, the capital of Ukraine, and to mark this occasion, the Toronto Ukrainian Festival was established under the umbrella of the Ukrainian Canadian Congress - Toronto Branch. Originally known as the Bloor West Village Ukrainian Festival, it was meant to be a showcase of the most widely [..]

Gardiner Closed September 15-17

Published on 2012-09-15 19:06:00

#Toronto traffic is brutal when the Gardener Expressway is closed. The Annual Gardiner Fall Maintenance is underway and the highway was closed in both directions between Humber River to Carlaw. The Saturday shutdown started at 2am and will reopen on Monday September 17, 2012 at 5am. "Annual Gardiner Fall Maintenance, including annual sign maintenance/inspection and potential new sign projects, annual repaint/inspection of pavement markings, catch basin cleaning, guide rail repair, bridge joints [..]

Acton Fall Fair 2012

Published on 2012-09-14 22:54:00

I couldn't get enough of the CNE so when the midway comes to our little town I am all over that. Today was education day and the Miss Acton contest. Tomorrow the tractor pulls start (highway truck pulls and 4x4 pulls go Sunday). As a photographer there is so many things to take pictures of in a fair and the night time

Travel in Fall with Expedia

Published on 2012-09-13 20:48:00

Expedia.ca suggests that travel in the fall can provide many

Toronto Civic Run 2012

Published on 2012-09-13 20:23:00

City Hall was deserted today as #Toronto public sector workers took off time to do the 10k Civic Run in support of charity - I tried to find them but apparently they all made a detour to the football field to volunteer with Mayor Rob Ford's Don Bosco team! Just kidding! But boy is he getting into hot water over hiring assistants that help the Mayor with football related work. A

Blue Friday and Blue September

Published on 2012-09-12 20:13:00

It's time to be blue #Toronto as prostate cancer awareness takes over September and holds a special Blue Friday on September 14, 2012. "Get Blue! Face Up to Prostate Cancer" wear blue or paint your face blue this Friday. The month long campaign started in the US but it should spread into Canada. "Funny man, Donald Faison (supplied photo at top), from the comedy series Scrubs, is also putting his popularity to good use and supporting the campaign. Faison said, “I will be affected in some way i [..]

2012 racing season coming to a close

Published on 2012-09-12 19:49:00

IZOD IndyCar wraps up this weekend with MAVTV 500 in Fontana, California and our local NASCAR Canadian Tire Series has two more races left: Wilson Equipment 300 September 15 and Pinty's 230 presented by Dodge September 22. After that we have our memories and looking forward to the start of the 2013 season including the 2013 Honda Indy Toronto. Will Power rides through the Honda Indy pits Two drivers who have won the open wheel Honda Indy Toronto race, Will Power and Ryan Hunter-Reay, are sit [..]

Love on the Islands

Published on 2012-09-11 21:19:00

Far to the south of downtown is the #Toronto Island chain which, if my geography is correct, lies just to the north of the Bahamas. Most know the islands for the ferry destinations of Hanlan's Point, Centre Island and Ward's Island. Having made the adventurous journey across the harbour a young couple stand waist deep in the waters of Lake Ontario in front of the waterfront skyline of Toronto. It's hard not to be in love on the Islands, you have to take the love boat over (also known as a ferry [..]

Brookfield Place #Toronto 20th Anniversary

Published on 2012-09-10 21:28:00

Walking through the great hall of the Allen Lambert Galleria in Brookfield Place always brings a smile to my face. The place is just so cool. Plus it is usually home to some fabulous art installations - remember that Nuit Blanche is coming Saturday September 29, 2012. Right now the hall honours itself with a 20-year retrospective (1992 to 2012) that Honours the Past and Celebrates the Future. This event lasts until September 21st. From 1992 until 2012 "The display showcases some of the highlig [..]

Audi quattro Experience

Published on 2012-09-10 21:07:00

If you can't drive the real thing you can try the

@EA NHL '13 Rink at Yonge-Dundas Square

Published on 2012-09-10 20:50:00

I know that Fall is fast approaching but I think it is too early to set up an outdoor rink in the middle of #Toronto. I heard that the Maple Leafs will probably play some pick-up hockey against all comers - they are finally hoping for some wins this season! Actually it will be a midnight launch party across Canada on Monday night celebrating the Tuesday September 11 release of EA Sports National Hockey League series: NHL '13. The parties will be held at EB games stores in six of the Canadian [..]

Great White tiff Shark

Published on 2012-09-09 16:54:00

Hollywood North can grind you up and spit you out and they use a shark to do it. The #Toronto @tiff_net has a neighbour of the Great White type near Roy Thomson Hall and David Peacut Square. This was not a filming accident. We will also need a bigger red carpet. The shark head was part of a promotion for The Golden Scallop movie. From IMDB: "Every year since 1969 the best three fried fish restaurants in the northeast have competed in the Golden Scallop Championship. The 43rd annual pits a fo [..]

Little Italy Tarantella Festival

Published on 2012-09-09 00:11:00

Lenny Lombardi of CHIN Radio, above, gives the thumbs up to the #Toronto 2012 Fiera Taranta Festival taking place along College Street. The celebration of Italian culture, music and cuisine takes place over the September 8-9 weekend between Bathurst and Shaw Streets. Featuring the Tarantella Dance Competition and Italian Idol, live bands and entertainment, vendors and midway rides. A beautiful lady waits at the Bruda Restaurant Kissing Booth raising money for Breast Cancer Care A blow [..]

Chinatown Festival 2012

Published on 2012-09-08 22:53:00

The #Toronto Chinatown Festival dragons invite you to the 12th annual street festival held Saturday to Sunday, September 8-9, 2012 on Spadina Avenue from Dundas Street West to College Street. The northbound lanes are closed to traffic as the party fills the street. All the fun is hosted by the Chinatown Business Improvement (BIA)

#Toronto Board Meeting

Published on 2012-09-08 21:28:00

The Chairman of the Board couldn't have done it better as hundreds of longboarders rolled down Yonge Street for their annual Board Meeting. Beginning at St Clair they took over the entire street as they made their way down to Toronto City Hall. The dress code was a shirt, tie and helmet. The flashmob event is usually held on the second Saturday of September (Sept 8 in 2012). The boarders quickly lined the ramp leading to the green roof and made some exciting runs down the steep surface. A moti [..]

Jesus in the City #Toronto

Published on 2012-09-08 18:32:00

I found Jesus down at Queen's Park, he even had a cross - it seemed to weigh him down but he carried the burden well. The Festival of Praise parade first started in 1999 and has returned annually with many different Christian organizations and churches joining together for celebration, praise and music. The front yard of the Legislature grounds is where the different groups waited, listening to music and praise while the parade floats line the inside lane of University Avenue waiting for the [..]

O Cinema graffiti at tiff

Published on 2012-09-08 09:54:00

Bell's O Cinema! blue wall of graffiti is being painted beside Roy Thomson Hall in #Toronto as part of @tiff_net. The tribute to the art of Canadian filmaking utilizes leading street artists as they apply street art talents to the mainstream festival. Artist Monk-e works on his panel on September 7, 2012. "TIFF is a premier international film festival and Canadian cinema has of course played a leading role in the Festival's growth and continued success. This year Bell is inviting everyone to [..]

Fountains in Nathan Phillips Square

Published on 2012-09-07 20:55:00

How do you make concrete more interesting? You add some fountains and coloured lights. The new additions at #Toronto City Hall are a nice touch to the large concrete surface known as Nathan Phillips Square. My brother had pointed the grilles out to me earlier in the year and he said he thought they might be fountains and today I saw them work for the first time. He was right. People often complain about the wide expanse of concrete both at Nathan Phillips and also at Yonge-Dundas Square but w [..]

Brazilian Flag Raising at #Toronto City Hall

Published on 2012-09-07 20:36:00

The green and yellow flag of @VistBrazil was raised today to mark Brazilian Independence Day at Toronto City Hall. The noon time ceremony took place on Friday September 7, 2012 and completes the festivities planned as part of Brazilian Day/Week. The City of Toronto allows flag-raisings to draw attention to fund-raising drives, multi-cultural events and national or independence days and the flags fly for up to two weeks. Only flags of non-profit, charitable organizations or the flags of nations [..]

tiff celebrity gazing in #Toronto

Published on 2012-09-06 20:26:00

The annual celebrity love in that is the @tiff_net festival begins today and lasts for ten days. Ten glorious days of lineups and flashbulbs firing off at a

Fall coming to the Bluffs

Published on 2012-09-05 20:50:00

With the 2012 #Toronto CNE over and students going back to school the unofficial start of fall can begin. I have already started seeing leaves changing colours and it is cooling off at night. The Scarborough Bluffs is one of the best places in Toronto to enjoy the seasons bright beauty from Bluffer's Park. Peak colours tend to happen between mid-September to mid-October in the GTA. Fall officially begins Saturday September 22, 2012 and some other excellent fall

#Toronto Chinatown

Published on 2012-09-05 19:53:00

The vibrant Chinatown at Spadina Avenue and Dundas Street West is a must visit neighbourhood in Toronto. Toronto's Chinatown is one of the largest in North America and is close toboth Kensington Market and Little Italy - that they make up a trifecta of cultural jewels in our multicultural city.

TTC Subway lock out

Published on 2012-09-04 18:16:00

An injury at track level at the Yonge and Dundas TTC subway station resulted in locked and gated entrances and a stream of shuttle buses on the streets. There were two ambulances and an number of TTC vehicles at the scene while bus passengers started stacking up at the corners. These pictures were taken at lunchtime on Tuesday September 4, 2012 Trying to keep dry while waiting for the bus At first I asked the transit police if the closure was a result of the downpour but they said no.

U of #Toronto Engineering: Frosh Week in purple

Published on 2012-09-03 21:06:00

New @UofTengineering students gathered for @Skule_Froshweek #FWeek1T2 Orientation. Making their way through campus and Queen's Park wearing bright yellow shirts and construction hard hats they eventually ended up dyed purple and wandering through downtown Toronto on Monday September 3, 2012. Volunteers from other academic years were on

#Toronto Labour Day Parade

Published on 2012-09-03 20:36:00

Union members walked from University Boulevard, across Queen and down Dufferin Street for the annual Labour Day Parade which ends at the Canadian National Exhibition. The parade came with few floats but plenty of flags as thousands made the journey on Monday September 3, 2012. Participants get free entrance into the CNE which is also a good reason to attend. See more of the march after the jump.

Happy Brazilian Day #Toronto

Published on 2012-09-03 08:00:00

Get the music flowing and the people dancing as the 4th annual Brazilian Day Canada takes place at Yonge-Dundas Square and on Yonge Street on Monday September 3, 2012. The city will be filled with green and yellow as the World's Longest Street is closed to vehicles from Dundas to Shuter Street (right beside the Eaton Centre) for the Festival and Street Fair event running 1:30-8pm. The party will be hosted by Serginho Groismann and will feature the duo of Jorge & Mateus, Thiago Correa and local [..]

Steam engine spark show

Published on 2012-09-03 07:53:00

The Milton Steam Era "Night of Fire" spark show is an exciting ejection of glowing embers from working antique steam engines. The 52nd annual

Cirque: Amaluna in #Toronto

Published on 2012-09-02 21:42:00

There are two big-top tents in the Portlands along Cherry Street right now - Cavalia's Odysseo and the new Cirque Du Soleil Amaluna. Horses are playing in the white tent near Lake Shore Boulevard and the Cirque tent is blue and yellow located across from the T&T Supermarket. When the Odysseo's tent first showed up I thought it was a Cirque production, it turns out it was started by one of the co-founders of Cirque du Soleil - it is coming to a close on September 9, 2012. Cirque has had a few t [..]

#INTERsection: Music from every direction

Published on 2012-09-02 17:32:00

The #Toronto Music Marathon was "a marathon of sound in the middle of traffic" at Yonge-Dundas Square on Saturday September 1, 2012. Presented by Contact Contemporary Music the event had 10 hours of free music.

War of 2012 in #Toronto

Published on 2012-09-02 17:02:00

A high seas battle happened out at Surgar Beach in the inner harbour of #Toronto as two ships tried to score the best parking spot along the wharf: The Canadian Navy Frigate Ville de Quebec and the United States Coast Guard Cutter Biscayne Bay. They arm wrestled, had a deck swabbing contest then just flipped a coin and docked - emergency finished. The ships are in joint operation on the Great Lakes with the Royal Canadian Navy annual deployment to the inland waters while the Cost Guard Cutter [..]

#Toronto Airshow

Published on 2012-09-01 22:59:00

A Harvard and a T-33 Mako Shark jet fly side by side during the @Toronto Airshow during the Labour day long weekend at #CNE2012. The show is part of the scheduled events at the Canadian National Exhibition and runs Sept 1, 2 and 3 from 1-4:30pm. C-130 Hercules in air refueling demonstration You can get a great view of the airshow from the Hanlan's Point beach and dip your toes in the fresh water of Lake Ontario when it gets too hot in the sun. The closer you are to the Island Airport puts yo [..]

#Toronto Zombie Wrangler

Published on 2012-09-01 08:00:00

Head zombie wrangler Adrienne Everitt, above, leads the black clad security agents for the annual @TOZombieWalk. She and her crew make sure that the zombies can feed on brains in safety, which is important when you have thousands of zombies parading through the streets of Toronto. This is important because you don't want to kill the undead - it might redead them, make them twice as hungry for brains. I ran into Adrienne at this year's FanExpo where she was attending with Ad Astra

Last weekend of the EX

Published on 2012-08-31 11:00:00

@LetsGoToTheEX is a song that draws you back to the Canadian National Exhibition in #Toronto and I can resist its lure no longer. This is it - the last weekend of fair, helped along each day with an airshow (Saturday to Monday from 12:30pm-4:30pm) and so I will brave the parking and the lineup and enter the grounds and get my deep fried bacon on. Maybe I will see the EX mascot Alex the furry Beaver, seen above at Yonge-Dundas Square. The Hamilton Family of Acton will be there late Friday Augus [..]

Bus Stop Advert in #Toronto

Published on 2012-08-31 10:00:00

TTC bus stops aren't just for escaping the elements as people waited for the bus or streetcar, now they are part of consolidated advertising campaigns that capture peoples attention more than a simple poster could do. The Yonge and Dundas intersection bus stop is one of the primo spots to turn into a massive sale promotional installation. Personally I don't think it works, but I should contemplate its effectiveness over a drink. I have seen this stop as a jungle and home to dinosaurs and muske [..]

Andy Warhol at the Ryerson Imaging Centre

Published on 2012-08-31 08:00:00

Andy Warhol, Martin Luther King Jr and Robert Kennedy are some of the famous faces staring down at the pond at the new Ryerson Imaging Centre. The photos from the Black Star Collection grace the windows of the gallery, research and collection centre. The collection is from the New York City photo agency that was gifted to Ryerson University by an anonymous donor. Many of the famous photos

University FROSH week - Are you ready?

Published on 2012-08-30 18:57:00

New student orientation has already started at #Toronto Universities as the 2012/2013 year starts in September. Some crazy students will soon be seen wandering around the city in purple - including purple face paint. The University of Toronto's Skule Engineering Frosh week is September 3-9. Medieval knights on the red carpet At Ryerson University the Welcome Gala is on for Thursday August 30, 2012. The party atmosphere of Frosh week is a good training for the year long party that is commonl [..]

Fresh and Tasty #Toronto ends

Published on 2012-08-30 18:42:00

The somewhat erotic culinary experiences known as Fresh Wednesdays and Tasty Thursdays are done for 2012. The ever changing and continuously under construction Nathan Phillips Square continues to morph into something different, yet more of the same, but it will not see another tent set up for inexpensive eats and free concerts during the midweek events for this year. Winter really does fast approach, damn CNE - they are always responsible for the end of summer. "Enjoy the Farmers' Market while [..]

Telepathic Animal Communication Seminar

Published on 2012-08-29 20:07:00

@PawsWay in #Toronto wants to help you communicate with your pet with a special offering on Saturday September 8, 2012 (from 12pm to 2pm). Expert telepathic communicator Claudia Hehr will help you deepen your relationship with your animal friends. I will try to reach out to your pet now: If you drive to PawsWay your dog wants to stick their head out of the window, now he wants to go outside. The 3,500 square foot Queens Quay facility is a must see visit if you are in the area. There is almost [..]

LOVE and yellow happy face hearts in #Toronto

Published on 2012-08-29 19:42:00

Gregory Alan Elliott continues to make his presence know at Cherry Beach. His LOVE traffic signs and happy face hearts are sprinkled liberally throughout the park lands and streets in the Portlands district. The yellow hearts are fun to find, their bright colour makes them easy to spot and you don't know who put them there - Gregory doesn't sign them, so the mystery factor is quite high. Plus they are so happy. Honesty is the best poetry is one of his more well know signs and you can find typi [..]

Hi Roger

Published on 2012-08-29 18:16:00

Another shout out to a photographer in #Toronto.

Faces at #Toronto Harbourfront

Published on 2012-08-28 16:58:00

Big, colourful heads hang outside at the @HabourfrontTO Centre "The World in One Place". They sit quietly, for what purpose I do not know. They were probably part of Taiwanfest which was held August 24-26, 2012 within the Queen's Quay entertainment complex. I missed the part where people put the masks on and go around doing crazy things knowing that people can't tell who they are. The day after the CNE Labour Day weekend is the official start of winter in Canada but you can still bundle up and [..]

Target Bullseye Beach in #Toronto

Published on 2012-08-26 22:26:00

@Target_ca threw some summer beach parties across Canada with the #BullseyeBeach end of summer celebration. In Toronto the event was held on Centre Island and featured giveaways, free ice cream and games - and the ride over on the ferry was taken care of by Target as well. The ladies invited me (and a few thousand others) on a free ferry trip to the Islands There were hundreds of bullseyes everywhere. We followed them onto the ferry for the trip across the inner harbour. See more after the [..]

Gillian Anderson at @FanExpoCanada

Published on 2012-08-26 21:55:00

X-Files star Gillian Anderson came to #Toronto during the final day of the 2012 FanExpo at the Metro Toronto Convention Centre. She signed autographs and met with fans in the great hall and later had a Question and Answer Session in Hall G. I checked the line up and I think there were several aliens in the actual lineup. Today wrapped up the weekend's fun and cosplay at the massive show which is the FanExpo. Spy vs Spy See more after the jump. Gumby Tiny cosplay

Cynthia Mulligan at Aloha #Toronto

Published on 2012-08-26 21:32:00

@CityCynthia was paddling her heart out during the Aloha Toronto Celebrity SUP Challenge down at Woodbine Beach on Sunday August 26, 2012. The beach party and sporting event was in support of Surfers Healing and Sick Kids in the fight against autism. Cynthia is a reporter for CityNews on Citytv and right after the challenge she was out on the board doing an interview with one of the star surfers. The surfers were pretty playful and in great humour during the challenge. They spent most of [..]

GoTopless Protest in #Toronto

Published on 2012-08-26 21:06:00

The protesters gathered at Woodbine Beach, dressed mostly in white, and began to prepare for their march along the lakefront boardwalk and out onto the streets of Toronto as they headed to Kew Beach. The 2012 march was held on a sunny, warm Sunday August 26 and the marchers were escorted by a van towing a large poster and several police officers. Both men and women participated in the march. In 2011 the group was initially denied a permit to stage the protest in the park, however the City rele [..]

ImportFest 2012

Published on 2012-08-25 22:59:00

Half of the Metro #Toronto Convention Centre was in FanExpo mode, the other half had rows and rows of cars representing the tuners for ImportFest. Plus lots of girls - as sexy models helped to show off the many of the finest tuner cars from North America in the great hall. Joe Fresh and I got our Viking helmets and checked out the cars, with the help of many of the ladies. Photo by Joe Hamilton Joe Hamilton at the SCION booth Not James and Joe Hamilton, it was the Battle Group It was f [..]

NBA 3X in #Toronto

Published on 2012-08-25 22:51:00

The National Basketball Association @NBA3ACanada 3 on 3 games are on the courts at Yonge-Dundas Square. What, you didn't know there were courts in the square? Well there are a few half courts set up right now as the competitions continue into Sunday August 26. To recap

Aloha #Toronto

Published on 2012-08-25 22:30:00

The surf was a little light on Woodbine Beach but that didn't stop top surfers from working the boards and helping the young experience the thrill of the ride for @AlohaToronto 2012. Long board surfer Izzy Paskowitz, big wave surfer Garrett McNamara and the surfers that began the Surfers Healing Foundation provided the experience and the know how to get the kids riding. During the August 24-26 weekend the unbelievably wide beach along the shores of Lake Ontario and running up to the boardwalk [..]

Fire Show Finale at Buskerfest

Published on 2012-08-25 10:24:00

The Friday night #Toronto @Buskerfest features an amazing show put on by all the buskers that work with fire featuring juggling, acrobatics, a big mechanical monstrosity and plenty of fire and fireworks. See more after the jump. Shout out to a fellow Toronto photographer!

@FanExpoCanada: cosplay and comics

Published on 2012-08-25 01:40:00

Fanboys and fangirls stream into the Metro #Toronto Convention Centre looking for love in all the right costumes. Thousands upon thousands join the

Friday at #Toronto Buskerfest

Published on 2012-08-25 00:53:00

Good weather, good people and exciting street performances continue to turn the St Lawrence Market @BuskerFestTO into a funzone of epic proportions. The Front Street Festival had a long day of busking followed by more busking at night - only more flammable. Buskerfest finishes Sunday evening. The artists that use fire in their acts got together at 9:30pm at the corner of Church and Front Streets and put on a major fire extravaganza complete with a firework finale. An army of volunteers help ru [..]

IMPORTFEST 2012

Published on 2012-08-25 00:06:00

Canada's 'biggest and baddest car show' comes to #Toronto on Saturday August 25. The tuning and lifestyle is presented by Hyundai and the show features cars and girls, girls, girls. I am going for the cars! "Come enjoy all the festivities at this year's IMPORTFEST including Live performances; RC Drifting; B-Boy Dance competition; Photo shoots; a spectacular Bikini pageant and the most memorable Lingerie Show ever; plus much more!" Open from noon to midnight at the MTCC North Building

Karl Wolf rocks Yonge-Dundas Square

Published on 2012-08-24 08:33:00

Singer, songwriter and producer @KarlWolfs brought out the music for the #Toronto launch of the @Public_Mobil e #SirenMusic. His mini concert at @YDSquare was a great show and his DJ stayed long after meeting fans, signing autographs and giving hugs for pictures. Facebook is going to be burning up tonite. Siren Music, powered by Livewire Mobile, is billed as an unlimited mobile music experience - millions of songs for one flat-rate price, and had two free concerts with Montreal based Karl Wolf [..]

FanExpo Sexy Cosplay 2012

Published on 2012-08-24 00:32:00

@FanExpoCanada brings out plenty of people from #Toronto dressing up in cosplay - these are the beautiful ladies of the 2012 edition.

Buskerfest 2012: Flames in the night

Published on 2012-08-23 22:52:00

The street performers lit up the night during the #Toronto 2012 St Lawrence Market @BuskerFestTO. See more fun after the jump.

FanExpo 2012: Stan Lee and Spiderman's 50th

Published on 2012-08-23 22:46:00

The #Toronto @FanExpoCanada was opened by Lou Ferrigno while Stan Lee blew out candles on a cake to celebrate the Amazing Spiderman's 50th Anniversary. Plus there was cool cosplay. Fans gather around Stan Lee After Stan blows out the candles he begins the autograph session Lou Ferrigno See more cosplay and stars after the jump. See the sexy cosplay ladies here. Naked News reporter Dead Before Dawn 3D The Hulk in lego [..]

Lou Ferrigno opens FanExpo 2012

Published on 2012-08-23 07:00:00

Former environmentalist Lou Ferrigno (you know he WAS the green guy) will officially open #Toronto @FanExpoCan on Thursday, August 23, 2012. Lou will meet up with superfans dressed in green just like the Incredible Hulk and cut the ribbon at the Metro Toronto Convention Centre - south building entrance at 11:30am. See Lou at the show. "Combining the best of gaming, horror, comics, science fiction and anime, Fan Expo Canada™ is the largest event of its kind in Canada, and one of the largest in [..]

The case of the missing Copper Cowboy

Published on 2012-08-22 21:40:00

With all the world famous buskers coming to #Toronto for @BuskerfestTO

Fashion Cares 2012 in September

Published on 2012-08-22 21:25:00

#Toronto will bask in the glow of Glitter and Light featuring Elton John during the

#CNE2012 Airshow in #Toronto

Published on 2012-08-22 20:39:00

The heavy throbbing prop planes and the fast paced jet fighters will soon be over the skies of the waterfront during the 2012 Canadian International Airshow CIAS. The holiday Labour Day weekend airshow closes the Canadian National Exhibition with a scream and sound of thunder. The planes fly on during the 63rd annual flightstravaganza Saturday Sept 1, 2 and 3 at 1:00pm daily. Who will show up is anyone's guess as there website is shockingly lacking in details. They even say there is second sho [..]

How to survive the #Toronto Buskerfest

Published on 2012-08-21 21:18:00

The annual #Toronto @Buskerfest is squeezed into the St Lawrence Market area just east of Yonge Street and like many a successful event has become choked in its own popularity. With very few actual stages the typical performance takes place on a various sections of the street. If you are lucky you can sit on a curb, otherwise you stand and sometimes you stand behind taller people (see last year, photo at top). That is still better than trying to sit on the hot, hard asphalt. While kids can seem [..]

Fun on Yonge Street

Published on 2012-08-21 18:57:00

The red rooster outside of Sunrise Records on @DowntownYonge Street in #Toronto had a large, black pompadour. This was a well styled bird, I thought to myself, reminded me of John Travolta in Grease. The rooster kept away from Swiss Chalet up the road, which was smart - I would hate to get that hair in my rotisserie, charbroiled chicken meal, or even see him spinning on a spit. Sunrise is a fun store to go in. They sell strange round, black discs made of vinyl, toys and collectibles. Yonge Str [..]

Bloods N' Suds - Toronto Zombie Walk

Published on 2012-08-20 21:31:00

The undead worked the grave shift at the @TOZombieWalk car wash on Saturday August 19, 2012. The 3rd annual bloodfest was held at the Classic Coin Wash at Lansdowne and College from noon to 5pm. Money raised from the event goes towards the upcoming Toronto Zombie Walk which is on October 20, 2012 starting at Nathan Phillips Square. "So come down and bring your car, bike, or any other modes of transportation to be washed by our undead experts! Or come in walking corpse form and give us a seve [..]

IKEA in a Box

Published on 2012-08-20 20:04:00

The large white @IKEACanada box sat beside the #Toronto RBC building on Bay Street in a spot usually reserved for luxury boat sales and temporary golf courses. Commuters that braved the streets in the early morning passed by the corner in a steady march. The usual city smells hit my nose with no hint of suasage and eggs so I was extremely disappointed this was no mini-IKEA serving tasty $1 breakfasts.

Top ten #Toronto Weekend Events Aug 23-26

Published on 2012-08-20 09:00:00

You should always stop and smell the roses on weekdays, but the weekend is for action, adventure and excitement. Welcome to Toronto - with the largest city population in Canada and number five in North America. This coming weekend has a ton of fun stuff that you can do something a little different, or have fun with some typical weekend activities from Thursday August 23 to Sunday August 26, 2012. 10. Rastafest - Saturday, Downsview Park 9. NBA 3X Experience

#Toronto Fire Department responds to alarm

Published on 2012-08-19 10:57:00

An alarm at the Sally Horsfall Eaton Centre for Studies in Community Health brought several units of the Toronto Fire Department to the Gerrard St E and Mutual St campus of Ryerson University. The few people inside were evacuated until the crews investigated the alarm and pronounced the all clear. Several of the crew stood

1D Pop-up Store in #Toronto

Published on 2012-08-19 01:22:00

@OneDirection opened their first North American pop-up store at 680 Yonge Street and the store didn't know it, but that's what made it beautiful. Little plastic 1D members filled the window along with posters that were filled with fan comments. Saturday August 18 was the first day and tickets to their sold out 2013 shows were to be awarded as prizes on opening day. Sadly I came by after the store had closed and the crowds had faded away. The store will remain open until September 2nd and is loc [..]

Protests at Queen's Park

Published on 2012-08-19 00:59:00

Several groups gathered at Queen's Park on Saturday August 18, 2012: An Al-Quds Day rally was countered by the Jewish Defense League while several other groups and individuals added their voices and flags to the crowd. Even the police brought some of their horses out for some fresh air. The annual Quds Day began in Iran in 1979 and falls on the last day of Ramadan.

Allgaier and Fitzpatrick NASCAR wins in Montreal

Published on 2012-08-18 22:50:00

Danica Patrick in Montreal Justin Allgaier of the #31 Brandt car took the NASCAR Nationwide NAPA Auto Parts 200 in Montreal's Circuit Gilles Villeneuve while JR Fitzpatrick in the #84 Equipment Express car won the NASCAR Canadian Tire Series NAPA Autopro 100 during the Saturday August 18, 2012 races. Danica in the #7 car Jacques Villeneuve in the #22 car Danica Patrick in the #7 GoDaddy.com car ended up in 27th spot in the US series after a rough day of mechanical problems and having ru [..]

Filipinos Making Waves Festival

Published on 2012-08-18 22:01:00

The 6th annual festival celebrated the arts and heritage of the Filipino-Canadian community in #Toronto at Yonge-Dundas Square on Saturday August 18, 2012. Started by Mon and Teresa Torralba in 2006 the event keeps growing and had a lively crowd enjoying the music, artists and groups representing the archipelago in the Pacific Ocean.

#Toronto @SilverSnailTO flashmob

Published on 2012-08-18 21:39:00

It was a long, long line of volunteers, along with @TOrollerderby and the Star Wars 501st Legion, moving boxes and props from the old location on Queen Street West to Silver Snail's new location at 329 Yonge Street (just north of Dundas St). Described as the 'longest and nerdiest bucket line ever' the more than 500 participants passed each item along to the next person - from Queen, up Bay, east on Dundas, passing by the new store location which remains under construction, before heading over [..]

Centreville Amusement Park

Published on 2012-08-17 21:59:00

The #Toronto Islands aren't just for picnics and lazing in the sun sans clothes at Hanlans, you can also take the kids to Centreville Amusement Park (the @CNE2012 's baby brother). There is a serious lack of bacon products when compared to the EX but you can always pack some bacon bits to get you through the day. The fun starts with the ferry ride over to Centre Island, which is immediately after the waiting in the lineup for the ferry, and the walk to the amusement park, which is the "are we [..]

Let's go to the EX for BACON

Published on 2012-08-17 20:36:00

The banners hang from the Princes' Gates at Exhibition Place in #Toronto for #CNE2012. The banners don't specifically mention bacon but they do look like big strips of the tasty pork product. Today marks the start of the little fair by the lake known as the EX, which goes on till Labour Day or Monday September 3rd if you don't keep track of time by the holidays. I just took a picture of the entrance and didn't go into the grounds today because I didn't want to be tempted by all the bacon today [..]

@JRMotorsports in Montreal for NASCAR

Published on 2012-08-16 21:48:00

It's a stock car weekend with @DanicaPatrick at Montreal's Circuit Gilles Villeneuve racetrack for the NASCAR Nationwide NAPA Auto Parts 200 on Saturday August 18, 2012. Joining Danica from the JRM stable is Canadian racing legend Ron Fellows and Cole Whitt. Also on the weekend slate of races is the NASCAR Canadian Tire Series NAPA AUTOPRO 100 race. Ron Fellows won the 2008 NASCAR race in Montreal - becoming the first Canadian to win a NASCAR event in Canada. He has also finished twice in the t [..]

@Citytv @BTtoronto Viewer Appreciation Day

Published on 2012-08-16 04:00:00

#Toronto can wake up extra early on Thursday August 16, 2012 to join in the fun with the Citytv Breakfast Television Viewer Appreciation Day in Yonge-Dundas Square. BT hosts Kevin Frankish and Dina Pugliese (photo at top) and the rest of the crew will

Celebrate @DowntownYonge

Published on 2012-08-15 19:26:00

If you don't drive down Yonge Street in #Toronto I have an event for you; Celebrate Yonge. It also might slow down TTC buses so keep to the subway. The month long pedestrian friendly celebration will provide plenty of elbow room as two of the four lanes are closed off to vehicles and filled with planters, patios and 11 themed event areas: Gateway, Oasis, Funway, Main Street, Atrium Hot Spot, Gallery, Hub, Centre Stage, Green Room, Red Carpet and as a bonus the Toronto Eaton Centre. The lanes be [..]

#SWEETLIFE and the Golden Age of Italian Film

Published on 2012-08-15 18:41:00

The white arches of Brookfield Place in #Toronto are home to Marcello Mastroianni and sex symbols Sophia Loren and Gina Lollobrigida - as they were during the 1950's. The photo and poster collection titled "The Sweet Life - A Celebration of the Golden Age of Italian Film" was conceived

Ryerson Image Centre

Published on 2012-08-14 19:42:00

@RyersonU in #Toronto will open the Ryerson Image Centre (RIC) in the new Image Arts Building on Saturday September 29, 2012. The new addition to the University will be an academic and research facility that will also showcase their artistic and cultural collections with free public exhibitions. RIC sits to the left of the rock garden and pond in the photo above - the floppy guys in Ryerson University colours seem pretty happy to hear about the upcoming opening. "The Ryerson Image Centre is an [..]

#Toronto Roller Derby: Block'n Roll all night

Published on 2012-08-14 18:25:00

Pump up the Jammers and let the action begin as the @TORollerDerby straps on their skates for the semi-final battle in the ladies flat track roller derby on Saturday August 25, 2012. The pivot and blockers try to stop the jammer (Bambi) The ToRD stands at the Bunker in Downsview Park will be full of cheering fans as the full contact sport brings out two games in this special double header night of action. First up at 6pm is an International game with the Death Track Dolls against the Nickel [..]

Annie Lennox and Hope Rising

Published on 2012-08-13 20:30:00

Singer-songwriter Annie Lennox will join Angelique Kidjo in #Toronto for a benefit concert for the Stephen Lewis Foundation on November 7, 2012 at Roy Thomson Hall. This concert celebrates African women working to save lives and restore hope in the fight against AIDS. Annie Lennox. is pictured at top in the photo by Mike Owen. Tickets for the event go on sale August 20th.The second annual Hope Rising concert is hosted by CBC's Jian Ghomeshi starts at 8:30pm and is presented by CIBC. Grammy Awa [..]

Massey Hall 2012/2013 Season

Published on 2012-08-13 19:45:00

Over 70 concerts and events are coming to the #Toronto entertainment combo of Roy Thomson Hall - the big, round circle of glass, and historic Massey Hall. Stars such as Tony Bennett, Aretha Franklin andAnnie Lennox will play at the downtown venues. The other highlights include Jamie Oliver, Esperanza Spalding, The Tenors, Royal Wood, Whitehorse, Jesse Cook, Pink Martini, Blind Boys of Alabama, Ira Glass, Itzhak Perlman and Vienna Philharmonic. Tickets go on sale August 20, 2012.

Stiff Pedestrians - life in the big city

Published on 2012-08-13 19:19:00

City People art installation at #Toronto Royal Bank Plaza building. I can't tell if the people were bored or just stand offish - they refused to meet my gaze. The work was placed in 1989 and overlooks Front and Bay Streets and was created by Cambridge, MA artist Catherine Widgery. It is not often that I walk by and the barrier that leads up the steps to the elevated pathway and patio is open, but one day the way was clear and I came up to explore the area. You can also get a nice view of Union S [..]

Acton #Leathertown Festival

Published on 2012-08-13 02:11:00

#Halton Hills managed to forgot about the rain as people filled the pedestrian only #Acton downtown during the annual Leathertown Festival on Sunday August 12, 2012. The easy rain soon made way for a lovely afternoon of fun and entertainment on Mill Street during the festival which happens on the second Sunday of August each year. The young ladies helped run the games at the Superior Glove booth, in the photo at top. Acton is well known for the leather industry and the Hide House which pr [..]

B-52s at Festival of Friends

Published on 2012-08-12 22:55:00

The B-52s finished off the 2012 Hamilton @FestofFriends with a fantastic concert. The group was up after Lights, a Juno-Award winning artist who got the kids screaming with excitement. Electro-Rock sensation

Cool weekend on #Toronto beaches

Published on 2012-08-12 10:24:00

On what would be a typically crowded summer weekend the rain and cool temperatures kept many sun and sand worshipers off the beaches. At Ashbridges Bay a smaller group of beach volleyball players joined in the Not So Pro league play while later in the day the high winds brought out plenty of kite surfers at Cherry Beach. Dramatic clouds filled the sky until rain finally fell on Toronto notsopro.com league play See more photos after the jump. Few people brave the beach High [..]

GAIA One Drop Exhibition

Published on 2012-08-12 09:49:00

The @ONEDROPdotorg photo exhibition is in the historic Distillery District of #Toronto until September 3, 2012. The photos were obviously taken from space and I thought they were just satellite photos (does Google have an app for that) or maybe from the space station astronauts, but these pictures were from a private astronaut! A lot of the pictures show abstract mosaics which are beautiful in themselves, but when you realize they are actual photos of our planet Earth they take on an extra lay [..]

War of 1812: Siege at Old Fort Erie

Published on 2012-08-11 22:22:00

They say you should be there when the Niagara Parks has the old Fort Erie blown up. Blown up real good I hope. To make sure things go boom there will be a British artillery demonstration before several battles - including a night battle. GIF animations generator gifup.com Old Fort Erie had a storied past as part of the War of 1812 hostilities. In 1814 the 200 soldiers holding the fort surrendered to an overwhelming force of American soldiers. Native forces battled for Canada Post [..]

India Day Festival and Parade

Published on 2012-08-11 18:46:00

Yonge-Dundas Square was packed with people celebrating India Day in #Toronto on Saturday August 11, 2012. At noon there was also a 2km parade planned down Yonge Street. I loved the cool Indian costumes that many people wore to the square. The early start had a flag raising ceremony and remarks from the Consul General and other dignitaries. Indian food was available for purchase and entertainment filled the stage with dancing and singing which continues until 8pm.

#Toronto City Chase #2 2012

Published on 2012-08-11 18:21:00

Mitsubishi @CityChaseCanada "Think Hard. Play Hard. Laugh Hard" brought out two person teams in red running around the downtown today as they raced to collect ChasePoints. The event takes 4-6 hours to complete as teams undertake physical, intellectual and humorous challenges in this second 2012 Toronto race. The Canadian Championships take place in Whitehorse in September. The finish line was at Nathan Phillips Square. "The Mitsubishi City Chase Powered by GoodLife Fitness is a unique urban ad [..]

Taste of the Danforth 2012

Published on 2012-08-11 17:52:00

The annual Pilaros @TOtheDanforth is in #Toronto Greek Town from Friday to Sunday, August 10-12. The cultural and culinary event takes place on a pedestrian only Danforth Avenue between Jones and Broadview. I got there just in time for the rain to start so the umbrellas started to come out as the many visitors tried to stay dry. Some got free yellow umbrellas and some just went to a patio and had something to eat or drink under the restaurants patio umbrellas. Hand held and patio umbrellas [..]

The Bangles at the Festival of Friends

Published on 2012-08-11 00:15:00

Music was on the mountain during the Festival of Friends in Hamilton, Ontario. The event takes place August 10-12, 2012 at the Ancaster Fair Grounds and features entertainment, food vendors and the excitement of the midway. Fresh Joe called and said lets go, The Bangles were playing on Friday. We made it in time to see roadies get the instruments ready then the famous All-American, female rock band The Bangles took the stage to sing some of their hits and some of their new stuff. They play pre [..]

Lorax plushie

Published on 2012-08-09 18:47:00

A large, orange and yellow fuzzball wandered outside the #Toronto Eaton Centre in a promotion for Dr Seuss's The Lorax. The Guardian of the Forest had a hard time looking for trees in the heart of the concrete jungle. The fuzzy wasn't that tall so it could have been the star of the movie - Danny Devito, in the costume. "The imaginative world of Dr. Seuss comes to life like never before in this visually spectacular adventure from the creators of Despicable Me! Twelve-year-old Ted will do anyt [..]

TIFF Rising Stars 2012

Published on 2012-08-09 16:02:00

Developing emerging Canadian cinema talent is one of the many activities that allows the #Toronto

Grey Cup Countdown with @ArgosCheer

Published on 2012-08-08 19:36:00

The centennial edition of the CFL @100thGreyCup plays in #Toronto on Sunday, November 25. Tickets are sold out so all that is left is the party and the game on TV. There was a kick off event held at Metro Hall's David Peacut Square and also some Toronto Argonaut Cheerleaders spreading the word at Nathan Phillips Square and holding a flashmob cheer at the Yonge and Dundas intersection. Fresh Wednesdays had cheerleader visitors "The 100th Grey Cup Festival, to be held in Toronto in 2012, is a [..]

Rogers Cup Live

Published on 2012-08-08 19:06:00

Men's professional tennis lives in #Toronto during the Rogers Cup Tournament and they setup games, entertainment and large television screens at Yonge-Dundas Square: "bringing tennis to the heart of downtown".

Motorcycle Shows in #Toronto

Published on 2012-08-07 10:22:00

It has been a banner year for motorcycles as the weather and bike shows have been perfect for riding. Ontario has even had three Friday the 13th Port Dover motorcycle rallies in 2012 as well as a number of motorcycle shows spread throughout the year. The large ranges of clothes, equipment and machines that you can purchase are outstanding - from the sporty look to the hardcore biker look, to custom made bikes that provide your own statement.

Band Cottage 2012 at Kawagama Lake

Published on 2012-08-06 23:55:00

Summer out of the city in cottage country. A drive up busy holiday weekend traffic on Highways 400 and 11 brings you up past Barrie and Orillia to the border of Haliburton and Muskoka. The area know for lakes and bays is home to the primo Ontario cottage spot known as the Band Cottage on Kawagama Lake. The lake is the largest in Haliburton County and becomes a hive of activity with boating, waterskiing, swimming and tubing and we took advantage of it all during our annual visit to the slice of [..]

Queen Streetcar Yard

Published on 2012-08-06 09:00:00

This old streetcar still runs in the streets of #Toronto. It sits with the other Toronto Transit Commission (TTC) cars in the Queen Street East yard. They are lined up like the relics in the Mojave Desert graveyard of airplanes

#Toronto Raptors Basketball

Published on 2012-08-05 09:00:00

The home town team doesn't jump and dunk in the city until Wednesday October 31, 2012 when their 2012/2013 season begins. So here are a few of the cheerleaders from the Raptors Dance Pak. Here is the planned Eastern Conference team roster for the upcoming season. Raptors Roster 2012-13 Roster NumPlayerPosHtWtDOBPrior to NBA/CountryYrs 4Quincy AcyF6-722510/06/1990Baylor/USAR 50Solomon Alabi

Caribbean Carnival Grand Parade

Published on 2012-08-04 06:00:00

#Toronto will burst with colour and sun kissed flesh during the @TO_Carnival 2012 Scotiabank Caribbean Carnival Grand Parade on Saturday August 4. The parade starts at 10am in Exhibition Place and heads out onto Lakeshore Boulevard, ending at 6pm.

Rogers Cup 2012 #Toronto

Published on 2012-08-03 16:59:00

Professional tennis players are in Canada for the 2012 Rogers Cup series - Men in Toronto and Women in Montreal. The games are in the Rexall Centre at York University from August 4-12 (the ladies go to the 13th). The Free Family Weekend starts tomorrow - August 4-5 with free access to tennis and autograph sessions. "Tennis Canada announced Friday that world No. 1 Roger Federer has withdrawn from Rogers Cup presented by National Bank in Toronto.

Thunder Over Michigan Airshow 2012 weekend

Published on 2012-08-03 09:51:00

The Thunder Over Michigan Airshow takes place this weekend and I hope they have a great show. The combination of static and overhead displays along with the re-enactors really provide a great weekend of entertainment. On during the August 4-5, 2012 long weekend at the Ypsilanti's Willow Run Airport in Michigan, United States. Toronto's Canadian International Airshow (CIAS) is part of the Canadian National Exhibition and will happen during the Labour Day long weekend September 1-4, 2012 from 1pm [..]

#Toronto Fan Expo 2012 - coming in August!

Published on 2012-08-03 09:24:00

August 23-26 is the date for the upcoming @FanExpoCanada Comic, Sci Fi, Horror, Anime and Gaming extravaganza at the Metro Toronto Convention Centre. Sci Fi fans are already polishing up their Star Wars uniforms and droids are trying not to short circuit as they eagerly await the event - yes, the Star Wars 501st Legion will be on hand this year as well. Comic Con of the North brings out the stars and this year's celebrity guests include... STAN LEE (Legendary Creator of Spider-Man, The Incredi [..]

Shiny metal legs in #Toronto

Published on 2012-08-02 18:02:00

This looks like a store for fashionable knights of the round table. Suits of armour in the ROM

No more Hippos in #Toronto

Published on 2012-08-02 17:59:00

Hippo amphibious tours are no longer a part of Toronto's summer tourist season. The launch ramp in Ontario Place has been taken away and the City wouldn't allow another ramp so they are unable to get into the waters of the inner harbour. The colourful and curvy 40 passenger vessel that drives through downtown streets and into the water with a bus that floats will be missed. They have now taken their fleet across Canada and operate out of Victoria, BC. Hippo tours says this

Unruly Populace

Published on 2012-08-02 09:00:00

An old poster from 2010 reads "Unruly populace must be punished!" Deadboy on a sign

Coca-Cola Beat Bus Tour in #Toronto

Published on 2012-08-01 12:18:00

They claim that the Coca-Cola Move to the Beat Bus Tour is the ‘Ultimate Olympic Experience’ – for those not at the Games, and the cross-Canada tour began on July 13 in Vancouver and has now made its way to Toronto on Wednesday August 1, 2012. Yonge-Dundas Square is already set-up for the free concerts, games, dance activities and entertainment which will run from 1pm to 11pm tonite as they pump up Toronto during the London 2012 Olympic Games. There might even be free cokes! Next stop for [..]

Pedal power advertising on Yonge Street

Published on 2012-08-01 09:30:00

Heading south on Yonge Street in #Toronto was a matched set of low ride, covered bikes sporting advertising for CUPE Union Local 79 "Taking Care of Toronto". The union is going green and might be making a play against the EcoCabs!

Mounted Police: Vimy Ridge

Published on 2012-08-01 09:00:00

The #Toronto Police Service Mounted Unit is headquartered within Exhibition Place at the Horse Palace building, if you see the pile of used hay outside the large doors you have found the unit. We talked with Officer MacPherson on his mount Vimy Ridge who was chomping at the bit and drooling up a storm as he eagerly waited to go out and solve crime - the horse seemed eager as well. I noticed that the horse almost seems to be wearing a badge as well. The Horse Palace seems a good fit for a unit [..]

Krave-ing the good stuff

Published on 2012-07-31 21:29:00

A giant chocovore roamed around promotion central (Yonge and Dundas) in #Toronto - it was a giant cereal stuffed full of chocolate escorted by a park ranger. Maybe the mutant cereal was going to eat people and the ranger was there to keep everyone safe. I know that I was wondering why there wasn't more chocolate in my daily diet - Canadians are wasting away, you know. Now I can start the day right with chocolate cereal. This guy is the chocolate cereal, there is also a double chocolate cereal [..]

Birds of Prey at Mountsberg @RaptorCentre

Published on 2012-07-31 10:00:00

Enjoying summer weekends in parks around the Greater #Toronto Area is a pleasant way to get close to nature and get some exercise. The lure of raptors from the Birds of Prey centre brought me to

#Toronto Fountains

Published on 2012-07-31 09:00:00

Well if we can't have waterfalls we can surely enjoy the many fountains found throughout our city. Plus we have Lake Ontario and the Islands. One of the new fountains called Sherbourne Common South is located down at the Harbourfront just east of Sugar Beach and Corus. The fountains come on around 10am and jets of water spray in the air. Across the road is the sister park named Sherbourne Common with a focus on water. Part of the Sherbourne Common storm water treatment centre's release po [..]

Summer @Olympics 2012: Go Canada Go!

Published on 2012-07-30 19:32:00

Flag makers are churning out flags as people get into Olympic fever and the #Toronto @TOeatoncentre has a giant Canadian red and white maple leaf flag hanging high above shoppers. The summer Olympics bring out the nationalistic pride of all countries as so many gather around TVs and watch the competitions. Watching sports you never thought you would watch as you root for your country to take the gold. The flag is visible from one end of the mall to the other Canada is poised to overtake al [..]

Sharp building in #Toronto Distillery District

Published on 2012-07-30 09:00:00

The building along Mill Street comes to a sharp point as it hits Parliament Street. So sharp it could cut like a knife. It makes for a scary passage through the brick lanes of the historic, bricky neighbourhood.

Occupy Gardens in #Toronto

Published on 2012-07-29 16:24:00

Queen's Park had a little protest going on during the July 28 weekend as some gardeners were planting some vegetables in the dirt in the large park north of the Legislature building. There were plenty of gentle protesters with some banners and some free food as the protested for World Peas during an event called Summer Jam. The growing collective of plot farmers are taking over small sections of land and planting crops to share with all that are hungry. They celebrated Summer Jam with an edibl [..]

Canada International Children's Art Festival

Published on 2012-07-29 16:02:00

The 10th annual Art Festival for children from all backgrounds takes place from July 21 to August 3, 2012 in #Toronto. "The Festival hopes to encourage children to develop an interest in the arts by providing a public outlet through which they can express themselves. Art is a global language, and it is through this language that children can better engage with the world around them." In Nathan Phillips Square on Saturday July 28 there was live painting and an awards ceremony for children as exc [..]

Yoga flashmob in #Toronto

Published on 2012-07-29 10:43:00

When the pedestrian all way crossing lit up at Yonge and Dundas Streets the yoga members went into the road and did some yoga stuff on Saturday July 28, 2012. The busy intersection beside the Eaton Centre is a very popular flashmob location, you have to be prepared to step around those usually funny flashmob participants. This one was part of the lead up to Yogathon Toronto 2012: You already do Yoga. Now do it for a cause. The event will be held in the nearby square at 1 Dundas Street East on [..]

Mad Decent Block Party 2012

Published on 2012-07-29 10:27:00

It wasn't explosive - it was just a Mad Decent Block Party at #Toronto Yonge-Dundas Square during the PUMA sponsored event. The music started at 1pm and the event lasted until 11pm. I got there just as they were setting up and the crowds slowly started to gather as the mixes blasted out over the square and the beer tent set up for a liquid business. There was a dunk tank set up along with a

The Cry Canada

Published on 2012-07-29 09:57:00

Lineups stretched around the corner of Massey Hall for The Cry #Toronto show on Saturday July 28, 2012 as fans waited to enter the historic concert hall for something that I have never heard of before. The show is part of TheCRY Movement which is billed as: It's not a concert. It's not a conference. It's a CRY.

Bumblebee Autobot Transformer

Published on 2012-07-29 09:43:00

Bumblebee was just chillin' in #Toronto beside the SEAS Centre on Dundas Street East. He was leaning against the building, alone, in his autobot form, not in the form of a Chevrolet Camaro. Like a lot of movie stars he is a little shorter than I thought he would be and he didn't mind joining me in a photo. Photo by Joe Hamilton The Transformers are having a show right now - the Transformer Convention or TFcon. Canada's Annual Transformers Collectors Convention – July 27th to 29th, 2012 � [..]

Cat on the beach

Published on 2012-07-29 00:41:00

I saw a young lady in #Toronto carrying a black cat at Ashbridges Bay boardwalk and I must say I was very surprised. Most cats in this situation would be scratching and hissing as they escaped into the wild. This guy looked pretty content and maybe he wanted to swim and get some sun on the beach.

OVA Beach Tour Provincial Volleyball Championships

Published on 2012-07-28 22:23:00

The Ontario Volleyball Association event brought some amazing athletes together in #Toronto for the 2012 Provincial Championships Beach Volleyball Tournament. Ashbridges Bay park had the volleyball nets strung tight while teams of two battled for supremacy on the sands at the edge of Lake Ontario. The tournament during the July 28-29 weekend was for the Adult A-AA, Adult Elite, 18 & under and 15 & under players. See more of the games after the jump.

Early morning by the lake

Published on 2012-07-27 18:26:00

The sparkling day was framed by some cool clouds today in #Toronto as I made my way by bike along the boardwalks and bike paths along the edge of Lake Ontario. A group of cute little ducklings followed their mother on a tour of the harbour. Earlier in the day the sunrise provided a nice glow to the city and the waterfront. Besides the abundance of all types of birds, including the poop champions - Canada Geese, they were outnumbered by the amount of people who boat in the harbour: sculls and [..]

#Toronto Festival of Beer

Published on 2012-07-27 16:09:00

@TOBeerFestival

TIFF 2012 is coming

Published on 2012-07-26 19:42:00

Celebrities are warming up the jets for the #Toronto International Film Festival

#Toronto Concord buildings joined at the hip

Published on 2012-07-25 21:07:00

Passing by this building I always wondered about the chunk missing from the side of the pristine round Parade tower. It looked like it could have been a special three level condo but I now see that it is a bridge between the two Concord buildings. The 328 tonne, three storey bridge was hoisted into place over twelve hours in June. The buildings pre-bridge, left side of photo

Trolls in #Toronto

Published on 2012-07-25 20:05:00

The trolls ran away from under the Gardiner Expressway (they had to get away from the falling concrete) and wandered hand in hand down Queen Street West. The magician and

Erin covers Hedley: Kiss You Inside Out

Published on 2012-07-25 18:17:00

Erin is trying to win a contest on TopBlip: "Hey there, my name is Erin Hamilton and I am 17! This is my cover of Kiss You Inside Out by Hedley!! Trying to win a contest to skype with Hedley!!! likes and favorites are greatly appreciated!! :) Thanks! xxoh and please thumbs this video up! Please go tohttp://www.topblip.com/w/12817 and give me a 5 star rating!! all you have to do is sign up or log into facebook, it's really quick! thanks again! :)"

Unusual in Leslieville

Published on 2012-07-24 20:13:00

A big fish head smokes a pipe in the east end Leslieville neighbourhood of #Toronto. The blue Queen Street store front of Kristapsons

Season of brown grass and drought

Published on 2012-07-24 19:48:00

The dry summer season has played havoc with lawns across Central Ontario. Patchy green and mostly brown lawns can be seen everywhere, except in downtown Toronto where only the concrete grows tall and strong in the sun. The Ontario Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs says that brown lawns are just dormant lawns. As long as no traffic is on the lawn it can stay dormant for up to six weeks and still come back to life. The do say that for every week after the six week dormancy period 25% [..]

Birds in St James Fountain

Published on 2012-07-23 19:32:00

Some birds in #Toronto take advantage of the fountain in St James Park during the recent heat wave. The old metal fountain has several levels and all the birds run around getting splashed and dunking their bodies in the cool refreshing water. The birds look a little rough after their bath, they need a little dryer They do the splash dance. It's almost like lazy river

Nathan Phillips Square Pond Upgrades

Published on 2012-07-23 19:07:00

The reflecting pond at #Toronto City Hall's Nathan Phillips Square will be out of action during the summer as construction has begun on the necessary upgrades. The City says that the ice surface will be ready for the 2012/2013 skating season. PCL has put up a green skirt around the pond and has started concrete sawing.

CNE Sky Ride

Published on 2012-07-23 09:00:00

The #Toronto Ex runs from Aug 17 to Sept 3, 2012 and with the Canadian National Exhibition being 25 days away it is time to start planning the most unhealthy snack that may want to eat from vendors along the midway. You should also take a look at the more than 50 rides with some new ones making an appearing "this year at the CNE, is a panoramic Sky Ride, Nitro, a new roller coaster, plus a new ZIP LINE. Returning fair favourites include the Mega Drop, Wave Swinger, Zipper, Polar Express, Swing [..]

Youth Day #Toronto 2012

Published on 2012-07-22 21:11:00

@YouthDayToronto '12 took over the Live Green spots on Yonge and Dundas during their Sunday July 22 event The year round initiative strives to engage youth to develop skills, knowledge and networking. This event features recording artists Karl Wolf, Reema Major and Jordan Francis. "YOUTH DAY is a non-profit operated FREE summer festival held at Yonge-Dundas Sq with a Yonge St closure from Queen St to Dundas St – expecting over 30,000 in 2012! YOUTH DAY features over 100 live music and dance [..]

Toronto #BrazilFest

Published on 2012-07-22 18:00:00

The 2012 #Toronto International BrazilFest: "Feel the Passion" and the beat of South America in Earlscourt Park on Sunday July 22nd. The 9th annual event is at the park located at St Clair West and Caledonia Road. "The Festival stage will be filled with musicians, dancers and singers that will take you on an exotic trip exploring Brazilian music and celebration without having to leave the heart of Toronto.

Big on Bloor Festival

Published on 2012-07-22 11:02:00

A large chunk of Bloor Street in #Toronto was car free on Saturday and Sunday July 21-22, 2012 for the @BigonBloorFest. Children roll in big bubbles over water in the photo above. Ferris Wheel keeps on rollin' in Play Fair "Dufferin to Lansdowne, celebrates arts, culture, community & small business with a unique community and city-building festival featuring hundreds of events, activities and exhibitions including: Bloordale Market: More than 200 arts, crafts, vendors and information tables [..]

Live Green #Toronto 2012

Published on 2012-07-22 10:17:00

Yonge-Dundas was pedestrian only in front of the Eaton Centre during the Live Green Toronto Festival on Saturday July 21, 2012. The festival also took part in the Yonge-Dundas Square with free concerts on the main stage. Turbo Street Funk band Green vendors in the Street Market lined the Yonge Street from Dundas to Queen Streets, offering environmentally friendly products and services while buskers and live music played on stage and the tantalizing smell of tasty local food filled the air. [..]

Beaches Jazz Festival 2012

Published on 2012-07-22 09:39:00

The 24th Annual #Toronto Beaches International Jazz Festival is in full swing as the sweet music fills the air around several outdoor venues. The Festival runs from July 20 to 29, 2012. It's too bad that the Beaches Jazz Festival is located in the Beach and not the Beaches! In Woodbine Park from July 20-22 there were three

Sunny day at a #Toronto beach

Published on 2012-07-22 09:23:00

Woodbine Beach at Ashbridge's Bay Park was full of summer fun as volleyball games, swimming and plenty of sun

Giant Headphones on Bus Stop

Published on 2012-07-20 20:31:00

I couldn't find the giant that was wandering around Queen's Park in #Toronto, but I did find supersized headphones that they had left on a University Avenue TTC bus stop shelter. A pair very similar to these were stolen in Halifax - see the CBC story here, and then returned - no one has claimed responsibility! The headphones are promoting free workout music from the Dairy Farmers of Canada with a slogan "Recharge Radio, Recharge with Milk" and are worth in excess of 10,000 dollars. "The Rechar [..]

Olivia Chow wants action on Gardiner

Published on 2012-07-20 20:03:00

Olivia Chow, Member of Parliament from the #Toronto Trinity-Spadina riding, has

Top 6 apps you shouldn't travel without

Published on 2012-07-20 12:33:00

OMG Summer is half over! Luckily we are shakin', bakin' and getting a nice glow on. It is time for a travel app guest post from Michael Paffmann. Photos of the lakefront and the Island Airport by James Hamilton. As August approaches, the end of summer and back to school thoughts are starting to occur. Please find below a list apps for those getting a much needed vacation. These apps will give you ability to relax and enjoy your vacation without having to worry about all the issues that are inc [..]

No Barking Zone

Published on 2012-07-19 18:49:00

Dogs never really pay attention to those signs! And the only loading that a dog does is when it is preceded with an "un", if you know what I mean. On a graffiti alley wall I found a lady's portrait stuck on a wall. Although the lady looked like a matador she was, for some reason, wearing horns. The only thing I could think of was that she reminded me of Ms. Frizzle from the Magic School Bus, played by Lilly Tomlin.

Yuk Yuk's Comedy Club

Published on 2012-07-19 18:26:00

#Toronto Yuk Yuk's, the International Stand-Up Comedy Club, is a popular entertainment destination for a night of fun (and dinner). Located at 224 Richmond Street West, the club can be identified by the bronzed rubber chicken door handles on the otherwise understated front facade. Open from Tuesday (Amateur Night) through to Sunday the shows feature professional comedians with varying MC and opening acts along with a rotation of weekly Headliners in shows that last up to two hours."On Tuesdays, [..]

Are You Ready?

Published on 2012-07-19 17:15:00

The crowded #Toronto sidewalk serves as background for many a sign - this one says "Death is sure. Are you ready?" For long trips make sure you have your new

Miss Teen Canada in #Toronto

Published on 2012-07-18 18:45:00

I was dazzled by beauty as the Miss Teen Canada-World 2012 contestants were shopping in the @TOeatoncentre. The young ladies were wearing their crowns and were in the Eaton Centre for "much needed retail therapy and a quick photo opportunity" on Wednesday July 18, 2012. There were 80 contestants, including Miss Teen Canada-World 2011 Winner Lauren Howe from Toronto, that explored the more than 230 retailers in the giant shopping centre with Cadillac Fairview gift cards. The pageant contestants [..]

Ninjas swarm #Toronto Eaton Centre

Published on 2012-07-17 19:25:00

Black clad ninja assassins gathered outside the @TOeatoncentre and almost invisibly made their way into the the iconic shopping mall in the heart of our city. The flash mob came in the Yonge and Dundas entrance and utilizing their oriental battle arts went down the escalators. I think there was a sale on ninja masks! Shoppers hugged children tight as they sensed movement through the mall The ninjas seemed to float through the air - both feet are off the ground

The Grand Prix of Mosport Racefest

Published on 2012-07-17 18:20:00

It was a preview of the upcoming Grand Prix of Mosport as #Toronto enjoyed the Racefest at Yonge-Dundas Square on Tuesday July 17, 2012. Pit Stop demonstrations and Team Canada Grand Prix racing team autographs were some of the attractions at the square. Champion driver Ron Fellows was also racing media on the Ultra 94 race simulator. Several cars were displayed including the American Le Mans Series prototype car from Muscle Milk Racing and a sporty, supercharged, red Camaro. I was sad that I [..]

Caribbean Carnival #Toronto 2012

Published on 2012-07-17 07:00:00

The steamy and colourful

Winter Wheat: I am Sparta - cus

Published on 2012-07-16 09:48:00

The fresh and whimsical fantasy wonderland called Winter Wheat is located in Sparta near the shores of Lake Erie between Port Stanley and Port Bruce. The main building is a store selling art and

Queen St West and Spadina Ave construction

Published on 2012-07-16 08:00:00

The #Toronto Transit Commission continues with the work at the Queen Street West and Spadina Ave intersection. The intersection is closed to traffic as prefabricated streetcar rail sections are put into place like a big puzzle. The work began on July 9, 2012 and is scheduled to end August 3, 2012 with a full traffic closure at the intersection until July 23, and with traffic lane reductions until August 3. TTC Service Changes:510 Spadina Replacement Buses and 501/301 Queen Streetcars will [..]

Fuller Woman Expo - Curves in the Square

Published on 2012-07-15 23:08:00

Some lovely ladies took part in the Curves in the Square fashion show at #Toronto Yonge-Dundas Square as part of the Fuller Woman Expo on July 15, 2012. "The mission of the Fuller Woman Expo is to empower the plus-size woman to recognize her internal and external beauty; to educate and motivate through workshops and seminars,while providing information on the products and/or services available to them through various companies across the world." Posted by Joe Hamilton

#Toronto Taste of Thailand

Published on 2012-07-15 22:57:00

Taste of Thailand 2012 was held in Nathan Phillips Square over the July 14 to 15 weekend from 11am to 8pm -

Rain floods #Toronto streets

Published on 2012-07-15 22:39:00

The hot dry spell has turned a lot of grass into the desert variety - brown and crispy. The weather broke and unleashed a torrent of rain that quickly burdened the sewer system and the resulting water flooded streets. Cars driving through the high water threw up large waves. Posted by Joe Hamilton

Church and Wellesley Annual Village Fair

Published on 2012-07-15 22:32:00

The #Toronto neighbourhood of Church Wellesley Village held their annual Village Fair on July 15, 2012 and Steamworks brought sexy back with a steamy car wash. Church Street from Alexander St to Wellesley St was closed to vehicular traffic from 8:30am to 12:30am (event ends 10pm Sunday night) Sunday for a fundraising event for PWA Foundation.A second summer event is planned for Sept 9 with the 519 Center and the Lesbian and Gay Chamber of Commerce will close the street north of Wellesley.Poste [..]

Flame eating busker at Queen's Quay

Published on 2012-07-15 11:00:00

A street performer at the #Toronto Harbourfront juggles torches while one rests in his mid-section location, things are getting a little toasty! The crowd gathers around the busker until he finally lights some of his apparatus on fire. He whips his torches to the ground to get rid of excess lighter fluid He eats fire See more of his act after the jump. He also did some plate spinning act with the help of a young child from the crowd

War of 1812: Battle for Fort George

Published on 2012-07-14 22:15:00

Re-enactors fought through Fort George during the

#Toronto PawsWay in July 2012

Published on 2012-07-14 08:00:00

Dog looks for PawsWay, instead finds water - looks sad. Oops, that's what a bulldog always looks like. If your dog needs a little learning then it's time to hit the books and enroll them in Puppy Kindergarten.

Navy of 1812: Sailors on the Lakes

Published on 2012-07-14 07:00:00

After the fleet hoisted their colours along Queen's Quay in the #Toronto Harbourfront area the ships have made their way to Niagara-on-the-Lake for the excitement of a naval re-enactment. The weekend fun is in commemoration of the contribution of sailors to the War of 1812 and will run July 14-15, 2012. You can see the Toronto Brigantine's Playfair and Pathfinder along with the rest of the fleet from yesterday's gathering at HTO Park. Soldiers prepare to embark onto the longboats for the journey [..]

Tall Ship Armada in #Toronto Harbour

Published on 2012-07-13 10:55:00

A fleet of Tall Ships will gather tonight in Toronto’s harbour at HTO Park on Friday July 13, 2012 prior to heading out under sail for the weekend Navy of 1812: Sailors on the Lakes battles at Niagara-on-the-Lake. The Toronto Brigantine group – Pathfinder and Playfair, will be joined by naval vessels St Lawrence II, Faire Jeanne (the flagship), La Revenante and Caledonian as they meet around 7pm for a Conference of Captains. A Jetty Jollification (whatever that is) will also be held in con [..]

The Tutu Project - National Ballet of Canada

Published on 2012-07-13 09:00:00

As I wandered by the #Toronto Design Exchange on Bay Street in the heart of the financial district, the magnificent stainless steel art deco doors were flung wide open and I noticed some tutus. Well, imagine my surprise. First, I have never been in the design exchange, second my mind remembered something about tutus, besides that they used them in ballet, that the collection was being shown in the Tutu Project. Taking the opportunity I went into the former stock exchange building and asked if I [..]

Will Play Hockey For Food

Published on 2012-07-12 13:30:00

You can have a friendly game of ball hockey as Five Hole For Food has set up hockey rinks in downtown #Toronto for the third season of Will Play Hockey For Food. Yonge-Dundas Square has two separate playing surfaces fenced off, complete with goal nets, so that people can drop off donations of food and get in the game in support of food banks. The games run from noon to 4pm and everyone is invited to bring a food donation (otherwise it is free), a stick and have fun. 100 percent of the donations [..]

Tasty Thursdays at Nathan Phillips Square

Published on 2012-07-12 13:12:00

Hmmmm, that Thursday is Tasty! The City of #Toronto is hosting the Tasty Thursday free festival of food and music from July 12 to August 30, 2012 in the square at City Hall. The free event is sponsored by Timothy’s World Coffee. Tasty Food is served from 11am to 2pm, with each meal costing $7 or less, and Tasty Concerts from noon to 2pm. The Arsenals Ska band got the joint moving with some fabulous music during opening day. The concert listing has the Arsenals Ska / Rocksteady July 12, Dieg [..]

Pianos in the Streets of #Toronto

Published on 2012-07-12 13:00:00

The streets are alive with the sound of music! Forty one pianos have been placed at various outdoor locations around Toronto as part of the “Play Me, I’m Yours” musical artwork installation by Luke Jerram. The concept was brought to life in 2008 and has appeared in cities around the world. This installation is in celebration of the three year countdown to the Pan Am / Parapan Am Games coming to the GTA in 2015. 41 is the number of countries that will be participating in the games. The 4 [..]

Salvador Dali Surrealist Film Fest

Published on 2012-07-11 17:13:00

The incredibly freaky Salvador Dali Surrealist Film Festival plays at the #Toronto Cineforum on Bathurst until July 29, 2012, presented by Reg Hartt. Weird film clips gathered together for a festival of modernist and enthusiasm in way out art. There are posters around the downtown core everywhere and I even found Dali on one the IZOD IndyCar Honda Indy Toronto driver helmets (Oriol Servia #22 of Panther / Dreyer & Reinbold Racing team - he didn't win, his tires were made to look like they were [..]

Thunder Over Michigan August 2012

Published on 2012-07-10 22:01:00

The Yankee Air Force is staging the

It's going to be a Naval War of 1812 weekend

Published on 2012-07-10 20:50:00

The upcoming July 14-15, 2012 weekend will see some history come alive at Niagara-on-the-Lake as Parks Canada and the Royal Canadian Navy partner to produce the Navy of 1812: Sailors on the Lakes. A fleet of tall ships and longboats with 300 naval re-enactors will stage an assault landing and a Battle through the Fort at Fort George. "The Navy of 1812: Sailors on the Lakes

Pan Am Day in #Toronto

Published on 2012-07-10 13:51:00

Tuesday July 10, 2012 was designated as Pan Am / Parapan Am Day in Toronto by Mayor Rob Ford. Today marks three years until the city hosts the 2015 Pan American Games. Nathan Phillips Square was filled with large groups of children and plenty of inflatable games, sports and activities. During the announcements a group of people in white lab coats came to the stage and started protesting, they were quickly hustled out of the stage area. They stopped just metres away from the stage where they g [..]

#Toronto Sunshine Girls at the Honda Indy

Published on 2012-07-08 20:39:00

It was indeed a bevy of beautiful Sunshine Girls at the @HondaIndy Toronto 2012 - led by the lovely ambassadors Theresa (left) and Courtney (right, above). Theresa Longo was today's Toronto Sun Sunshine Girl. The ladies were dressed in short red dresses with white ribbons. They had several duties during Sunday's IZOD IndyCar race including assisting with the driver procession and appearing with the winners in Victory Circle. The Sunshine Girls join the winners in Victory Circle Joining C [..]

Ryan Hunter-Reay wins 2012 Honda Indy Toronto

Published on 2012-07-08 19:17:00

Andretti Autosport driver Ryan Hunter-Reay wins three IZOD IndyCar races in a row as he takes the checkered flag at the @HondaIndy #Toronto on Sunday July 8, 2012. In the photo above he has pulled his vehicle into Victory Circle and while posing with his wife and his race crew Ryan flashes the three fingers signifying his amazing string of victories in open wheel racing. Confetti flies onto the top three finishers of the Toronto race Charlie Kimball (second), Ryan Hunter-Reay and Mike Conw [..]

@HondaIndy #Toronto 2012: IZOD IndyCar Race

Published on 2012-07-08 07:00:00

Sunday July 8 wraps up the Honda Indy weekend with the Streets of Toronto IndyCar pre-race activities beginning at 12:00pm with the green flag dropping at 1:00pm. The race is scheduled until 3:00pm and the post-race celebrations go on until 3:30pm. 2012 race winner Ryan Hunter-Reay #28 of Andretti Autosports sits in his car and is joined by his race crew, team owner Mario Andretti and his wife in Victory Lane. The top three: Charlie Kimball (second), Ryan and Mike Conway (third) You can als [..]

@HondaIndy Justin Wilson has a bad day

Published on 2012-07-07 13:07:00

IZOD IndyCar driver Justin Wilson comes into the pits hard at the 2012 Honda Indy #Toronto. The #18 Dale Coyne Racing Sonny's car had transmission issues and cold carbon breaks and ended up hitting several crew and the Sebastian Bourdais #7 car on Friday July 6, 2012. Toronto Ambulance 923 pulls into the pits, above, to access the situation and give first aid. Then brings out the injured in the photo below. Justin drives through the pit lanes Justin was the 2010 pole sitter and was fourth [..]

Honda Indy #Toronto 2012: Saturday July 7

Published on 2012-07-07 10:48:00

Friday's steambath of hot temperatures and beating sun at @HondaIndy makes way for partly cloudy weather with a chance of thunderstorms on Saturday. Action on the track continues with Star Mazda, Firestone Indy Lights, IndyCar qualifying runs and final races for the Star Mazda, Firestone Indy Lights and Ferrari Challenge (race #1). The Ferrari race #1 is from 2:40-3:30pm and the Firestone Indy Lights 50 lap race is from 4:00-5:00pm. Helio Castroneves #3 and Charlie Kimball #83 at turn one during [..]

Honda Indy #Toronto 2012: Ferrari Challenge and Party

Published on 2012-07-07 02:12:00

The @FerrariRaces ultimate sports car race series brought some glamour to the @HondaIndy with the sleek and powerful Ferrari vehicles - production series, factory sealed engines, as the Free Friday June 6 day included practice and a qualifying sessions. The cars flash around the Streets of Toronto race course in exhibition stadium and it doesn't take long before the brakes start to glow a bright red even in daylight. "With the 458 Challenge, the mid-rear V8 berlinetta derived from the 458 Ital [..]

Honda Indy #Toronto 2012: Pretty Ladies

Published on 2012-07-07 01:04:00

Not all the beauty is on the track, there are lots of lovely ladies working at and going to the @HondaIndy race weekend. Many of the ladies can be found on Thunder Alley. The Graphiti.ca ladies are in the photo above. Wear Sunscreen I'm a Darling Dr Pepper sample lady PRN magazine models Promoting Blue Jays Baseball At the Avengers car displays Rock the Red Sgt. Splatter's paintball ladies

Honda Indy #Toronto 2012: Free Friday

Published on 2012-07-06 07:00:00

Ontario Honda Dealers are once again sponsoring the annual Free Friday entrance into the @HondaIndy. Four race series will take part in the largest sporting event in Ontario during the July 6-8, 2012

Honda Indy #Toronto 2012: Tag on the GO

Published on 2012-07-05 22:13:00

Canadian IZOD IndyCar driver Alex Tagliani @tagliani of the #98 Team Barracuda-BHA car was at Maple Leaf Loblaws on Thursday July 5, 2012 to promote his new line of energy snack peanut free Oatmeal and Oatmeal Chocolate Tag on the GO Cookies by La Petite Bretonne. The Tag on the GO ladies Cookie maker from La Petite Bretonne joins Alex and the ladies Alex Tagliani's wife Bronte gets ready to take a photo of the group The cookies were large, thick and tasty.

Supergirl in #Toronto

Published on 2012-07-05 21:49:00

Fighting crime just got a little help as Supergirl was spotted in Yonge-Dundas Square. The caped crusader was across the street from Spiderman near the Toronto Eaton Centre.

Honda Indy #Toronto 2012: Opens Friday July 6

Published on 2012-07-05 21:43:00

@HondaIndy begins with Free Friday July 6 but the action has already started. The start/finish line has been repainted and is ready for the big weekend. On Thursday the drivers did the official track walk looking for any issues and to identify race lines that will be problematic or beneficial. Driver Mike Conway goes for a drive on a slower machine Alex Tagliani drives the cart during the track check The race weekend goes from the 6th to the 8th, with the signature race on Sunday July 8 f [..]

#Toronto FC on the Road

Published on 2012-07-04 20:52:00

@TFContheRoad set up at Yonge-Dundas Square for their fun, traveling community based interactive soccer program. The road show is intended to inspire participation in soccer and build support for the game and the professional sports team the Toronto Football Club. Soccer player cut outs guard the goalie net CityTV reporter on site Rogers sponsors the many games and activities and my favourite was the giant foosball table. Massive blue and red men swung back and forth as participants play [..]

More #Toronto Pride

Published on 2012-07-03 17:14:00

You can't squeeze #PrideTO into one day and you can't squish all the great photos into one blog post - so here is more of the Sunday July 1, 2012 Pride Parade. You can see my earlier Pride post here, as well as the Dyke March photos here. 1 girl 5 gays lost a few big red balloons during the parade The glitz and glam, colourful and creative as well as the go big and have fun themes were very much in evidence for many of the participants. I also noticed the support of drivers and pede [..]

Samba Connection Brazilian Dancers

Published on 2012-07-02 20:59:00

The fascinatingly beautiful costumes of the #Toronto

I passed half a million views!

Published on 2012-07-02 14:32:00

Thanks to all my visitors for helping me go past the 500,000 views in July 2012 to my blog: #Toronto Grand Prix Tourist! It's only been a few short years and my viewers keep increasing

#Toronto Graffiti: POST ALL THE BILLS!

Published on 2012-07-02 13:54:00

UPDATE: Things graffiti says that the "Post All the Bills" is a work by another graffiti artist. It makes a great pairing with Things' "Post No Bills" with all the famous Bills. Construction walls go up to help protect pedestrians during construction and they almost always go up with the saying "Post no bills". Typically it is not long before movie posters start to make an appearance and in some cases graffiti will soon join or cover the posters. On Breadalbane Street, between Bay and Yonge St [..]

Fireworks on 2012 Canada Day

Published on 2012-07-01 23:04:00

If you enjoyed a Canada Day celebration in a local park hopefully you got a chance to see some fireworks set off at dusk. These ones were set off in Acton's Prospect Park. This is the first time that I have seen a heart firework

Canada Day at Queen's Park in #Toronto

Published on 2012-07-01 20:15:00

The Ontario Provincial Legislature grounds were full of bouncy castles, midway rides and a stage full of entertainment for all the families that showed up to celebrate Canada Day on Sunday July 1, 2012. Canada Day has been celebrated at Queen's Park since 1967. The free shows included some stunning Brazilian Dancers, now that's better than fireworks any day. See the

2012 #Toronto Pride Parade

Published on 2012-07-01 08:00:00

The annual PRIDE Parade marches down the streets of Toronto on Sunday July 1, starting at 2pm with a theme of Celebrate and Demonstrate. The route is Bloor-Yonge-Gerrard, ending and starting at Church Street. The reason that PRIDE lasts at least a week is because it would be impossible to contain the excitement and community in only one day or even on weekend. Besides the rainbow, people brought out colours and outfits so bold and beautiful that the parade was a true sight to behold. Visito [..]

War of 1812: Flight of the Royal George

Published on 2012-07-01 07:43:00

Musket and canon fire filled the air around Bath and Kingston as the

Happy Canada Day 2012 #Toronto

Published on 2012-06-30 23:01:00

May you get everything you wished for on your July 1st birthday. And as Canadians celebrate I hope they enjoy the parties and some bright, loud fireworks. You can find a lot of the parties and fireworks in Toronto on my blog post here.

Aboriginal History Month

Published on 2012-06-30 21:20:00

The Native Canadian Centre of #Toronto celebrated Aboriginal History Month with a drum performance and vendors at Yonge-Dundas Square.

Prism Aqua Pride at Sugar Beach

Published on 2012-06-30 20:01:00

The waterfront in #Toronto grooves to the beat of DJ Manny Lehman, DJ Honey Dijon, DJ Aron with a special live performance by Jessica Sutta of the Pussycat Dolls during the Prism Aqua Pride on Saturday June 30, 2012. Plus there will be fireworks at sunset! With Corus and the big rock on one side, and Lake Ontario and the Sugar Factory on the other side, that leaves Sugar Beach primed for all the action. I passed by early in the morning as they worked on getting the site ready for the big party [..]

#Toronto Pride 2012: Dyke March and Festival

Published on 2012-06-30 08:00:00

Hot summer 30 plus degree

Miss CHIN bikini contest 2012

Published on 2012-06-30 07:00:00

Nothing says summer like swimsuits and sunscreen so join #Toronto at the 2012 Scotiabank CHIN International Picnic featuring the much anticipated bikini contest at the Bandshell Stage. The picnic runs all weekend in Exhibition Place but the bikini pageant only happens on Saturday June 30 from 12 noon to 2pm - with the Mr Chin Bikini is 6:30pm on Sunday. Twenty two lovely ladies competed in bright blue bikinis today with Casandra Bella #22 winning the crown as Miss CHIN Bikini 2012. Cristina Mend [..]

Angry Ape at Ashbridges Bay

Published on 2012-06-29 11:57:00

A wild ape screams on the sign at the #Toronto Ashbridges Bay Pumping Station. He misses Tarzan and the Boy.

Canada Day 2012 in #Toronto

Published on 2012-06-28 21:36:00

Birthday celebrations are always a time for candles and fireworks and around Toronto I think you can find a few of each on Sunday, July 1 which marks Canada's 145th birthday. The big parties are at Mel Lastman Square, Amesbury Park, East York (with parade), Downsview National Urban Park, Toronto Ribfest

This is NOT the art you are looking for

Published on 2012-06-27 21:19:00

When you find art on the streets in #Toronto it is often not the art you are looking for. The poster is a promotion for the Don't Tell Mama Gallery

Clam Slam 2012

Published on 2012-06-26 21:21:00

Pride usually goeth before the fall, in this case Pride happens with the fall! #Toronto @TORollerDerby shows the colours as the all queer roller derby event takes place at the Bunker on Saturday, June 29, 2012. The bout is an official Pride Toronto event that will feature plenty of falls, slams, blocks and most definitely some bruising - falls come with a price dontchaknow. "Clam Slam is the annual Pride week face off between Vagine Regime Canada and the Clam Diggers; both teams comprised of ska [..]

Beamer takes the GO Train

Published on 2012-06-26 20:22:00

You know the commute is a bad in #Toronto when a driver takes his BMW car into Union Station! It was reported today that a police officer tried to pull over two cars when they both bolted outside of the Station. The unlucky Beamer owner lost control and ended up crashing through barriers and into the below street level pedestrian passage between the TTC and the train stations on Front Street near Bay Street - ooohhh, that's got to hurt. Luckily the off road shenanigans happened early in the mo [..]

Motorexpo back in the Financial District

Published on 2012-06-26 19:46:00

#Toronto stockbrokers can take a break from short positions and IPOs and check out some cherry rides in Brookfield Place. Yes

TIFF and thing's end

Published on 2012-06-25 09:00:00

This #Toronto art installation at the TIFF condo entrance was commissioned by the King and John Festival

Pride Week 2012 Flag Raising

Published on 2012-06-25 08:00:00

The Pride Flag will be flown at #Toronto City Hall with a proclamation ceremony starting at noon on Monday, June 25, 2012. "This year's parade theme is Celebrate & Demonstrate. Pride Toronto exists to celebrate the history, courage, diversity and future of Toronto's Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transsexual, Transgender, Intersex, Queer, Questioning, 2-Spirited and Allies (LGBTTIQQ2SA)

NOS model

Published on 2012-06-24 23:14:00

High performance energy drink maker @NOS_Gaming was out providing samples of their drink in #Toronto. This lovely model dressed in blue

Spock beams down

Published on 2012-06-24 22:58:00

Captain James T Kirk was somewhere trying to teach some beautiful #Toronto lady all about an Earth kiss as his logical Science and First Officer Spock was scanning the people around the Eaton Centre. Star Trek Enterprise regulars Scotty and Sulu must be around trying to round up some dilithium crystals. Live long and prosper my Vulcan friend. Posted by Joe Hamilton

Carlsberg UEFA Euro Fan Park Celebration in #Toronto

Published on 2012-06-24 22:42:00

If you can't be one of the millions of visitors going to a Euro Cup 2012 Soccer game, cheer up you can

Redpath Waterfront Festival 2012

Published on 2012-06-24 22:18:00

It was a sweet, sweet party down along the shores of Lake Ontario during the free #Toronto Redpath Waterfront Festival on the June 21-24 weekend. Venues included Sugar and HTO beaches, Harbour Square Park, and the Redpath Water Theatre. Check out the giant lobster above, part of the Saltscapes Sandsculptures. "The Redpath Waterfront Festival is a unique festival that provides on water and on land programming, while positioning and promoting Toronto locally, nationally and internationally as a w [..]

Fun things to do in #Toronto September & October 2012

Published on 2012-06-24 17:05:00

Canadian National Exhibition CNE

NCTS Scott Steckly and Canadian Tire in 2012

Published on 2012-06-24 16:03:00

NASCAR Canadian Tire Series (NCTS)

Upcoming St Lawrence War of 1812 events

Published on 2012-06-23 11:23:00

Events in Ontario are heating up for the commemoration of the 2012 Bicentennial of the War of 1812. Luckily the conflict was a mere blink in time and the normal friendly relationship between Canada and the United States returned quickly. In fact if our countries were people - we would have been married by now! On June 18, 1812 America declared war, for the first time ever, and on July 12 the Amercians marched into Canada, with battles ranging around the Niagara Region, the real Golden Horsesho [..]

Toronto City Chase 2012

Published on 2012-06-22 17:36:00

The #Toronto

Sun and steam in the City

Published on 2012-06-22 08:36:00

This street in downtown #Toronto is so cool in the early morning. Sunlight from the east strikes a large tower on Bay Street and is reflected back onto older buildings along Yonge Street. The steam rising from the underground pipes is just a bonus. You can find this street right beside the new Trump Hotel and Condo building.

2012 TD #Toronto Jazz Fest

Published on 2012-06-22 08:18:00

Your jazz hands need to be shaking during the 2012 TD Toronto Jazz Festival at locations all around the city from June 22 to July 1. Tents, banners and stages are going up as we speak at Nathan Phillips Square. Janelle Monae headlines the stage at Nathan Phillips Square with a concert at 8pm Friday, June 22. Also featured at City Hall is the Artisans Village (open 12-8pm) where jewelery and crafts are some of the items for sale. Over 60 stages are set up in large and small restaurants, conce [..]

@HondaIndy - Win Ferrari Fan Zone Access

Published on 2012-06-21 17:12:00

The 458 Ferrari Challenge Race at the 2012 Honda Indy #Toronto is giving Toronto Grand Prix Tourist readers a chance to win exclusive access to the Ferrari Fan Zone!!!! Enter fast as this contest will close on June 28, 2012 @ 12PM EST - The contest is open so take a chance at joining a select group of race fans for a fantastic weekend on the July 7-8 race weekend. Click here to enter the Ferrari Fan Zone contest. Gorgeous Ferrari luxury sportscars will be driven by private owners who compete [..]

#Toronto Beach Skatepark

Published on 2012-06-20 20:14:00

The Ashbridges Bay Skatepark at Lake Shore Blvd East and Coxwell Avenue is a well used outdoor sports facility - one of several in the City of Toronto. Other skateparks are located at Alexandra Park, Dufferin Grove Park, Ellesmere Park, Greenwood, Eighth Street, Stan Wadlow, Vanderhoof, Cummer, Port Union, Wallace Emerson and Toronto Underpass Park. Check out Skate Park Rats for pictures and locations of many of the parks. Usually used by bikes, skateboards and as backdrops for graffiti murals [..]

#Toronto Brainstock

Published on 2012-06-20 18:53:00

June is Brain Injury Awareness Month and the free Brainstock event at City Hall on Wednesday June 20, 2012 hosted by the Ontario Brain Injury Association and the Brain Injury Society of Toronto. Clowns, jugglers, hippies and a concert helped to raise awareness of brain injury and its affects. See more after the jump. Stilt walker Drumming Circle Dancers

2012 Honda Indy Toronto Events and Attractions

Published on 2012-06-19 21:11:00

The @HondaIndy #Toronto isn't all burning rubber and the rumble of powerful engines, although that is the highlight - it is also about the off track events that make a full weekend of entertainment. Friday July 12 is free admission courtesy of Ontario Honda Dealers so it is a great day to come out and check out the track and see the cars in action, walk through the paddocks and enjoy a few brews at the beer tents. If you like what you see then plan to come back Saturday and Sunday. Beautiful pit [..]

Rope for Hope at City Hall

Published on 2012-06-19 18:05:00

At first I thought it was #Toronto Mayor Rob Ford getting away from the Star newspaper, but no, the speck climbing down the Bay Street side of City Hall was a Rope for Hope participant. My second guess was Batman and my third guess was Resident Evil's Milla Jovovich.

IndyCar at William Ashley

Published on 2012-06-18 21:32:00

Four

MMVAs Over - nothing left but cleanup

Published on 2012-06-18 19:49:00

The 2012 #Toronto music video award show known as the MMVAs is over, the glittery stars and celebrities have left the stage and now work crews are on site taking everything down and sweeping up the colourful confetti. I watched quite a bit of the show and loved LMFAO and Hedley, among many others. It would be nice if they found more hosts that were better at free chatting as opposed to their scripted banter. See more cleanup after the jump. Someone put a Justin Bieber face on a Virg [..]

Dinosaurs at the #TTC Stop

Published on 2012-06-18 19:03:00

Massive dinosaurs pace around the #Toronto streetcar stop at the Yonge and Dundas intersection, jaws open and sharp teeth looking like they could bite someone in half. The large prehistoric reptiles are part of an advertising campaign for the "Ultimate Dinosaurs - Giants from Gondwana" exhibition at the Royal Ontario Museum. The dinosaurs look pretty realistic, it's like being inside a rather large HD 3D television. Thankfully the dinos didn't have bus tokens. A movie advertisement for "Bra [..]

Baby Swans at Cherry Beach

Published on 2012-06-17 10:00:00

Not so little, but still cute and adorable. The large white baby swans look for food with their mother along the shores of #Toronto Cherry Beach. The iconic Cherry Beach lifeguard station is staffed to protect swimmers on the beach. A wee green life preserver sits on the rocky beach. I hope it wasn't official life guard rescue equipment.

Beach BBQ & Brews Festival

Published on 2012-06-16 22:01:00

Woodbine Park in the #Toronto Beach area had a full corral of BBQ joints set up around the large permanent stage as the free ribfest

World Naked Bike Ride 2012 #Toronto

Published on 2012-06-16 08:00:00

It was a parting of the cheeks, as it were, as the clothes free riders plan to mount their bicycles to begin the 2012 World Naked Bike Ride (WNBR). The ride is a planet wide eco-protest against our dependence on oil and apparently clothes, especially clothes made with oil. Gene Dare poses in front of City Hall. Toronto certainly embraces the annual ride and stops and smiles as the strange site of so many nude bikers riding together through a large metropolitan city. The dress is "Bare as yo [..]

More portraits in graffiti

Published on 2012-06-15 14:05:00

The talents of some street artists in #Toronto are quite amazing. Sometimes just a few swipes of the paint is enough to show a face in enough detail - like this blue eyed lady along a Gardiner Expressway exit ramp.

Watertable Neon Art Installation

Published on 2012-06-15 13:37:00

It's been awhile since I have the #Toronto art installation Watertable by @FortYork under the Gardiner Expressway. In fact I thought the blue neon wave was only temporary and was removed some time ago. Wrong, the vibrant blue waves of neon still light up the underside of the elevated highway. Like many commuters I have driven over this section of road many times - and I didn't see any evidence of the art that it was easy to think it had been removed. In forty years you won't just have to worry [..]

World's Largest QR Code Attempt #Toronto

Published on 2012-06-15 09:06:00

Get me a Quick Response (QR) Code - stat! Youth Unlimited will try to set the World Record for the largest QR Code composed of over 1300 people on June 16, 2012 from 1-4:30pm (creation begins around 2:30pm). The participants will hold a small piece of the code over their heads in Esther Shiner Stadium at 5720 Bathurst Street and a helicopter will scan the resulting code. Registration is $25 and the money raised will help to support Youth Unlimited programs. I found a QR Code portrait, photo at [..]

Asterisk and free Bud Light Lime Mojito

Published on 2012-06-14 18:44:00

Golden #Toronto sunshine sent a beam of light down and rewarded city dwellers with another sample of Bud Light Lime Mojito. I caught up with the wagon-o-fun outside the biggest book store and got my free cans, and I think I cried a tears of joy. You have to be ready to drink these beers because it really does have a slight mouth puckering taste of lime.

#Toronto NXNE 2012

Published on 2012-06-14 14:09:00

It’s not official NXNE until they setup in Yonge-Dundas Square – and today is that day. The Thursday June 14, 2012 headliners Bad Religion have their gear on the Monster Energy Drink Stage and will soon be blasting some power into the downtown core. Speaking of Monster – their beautiful girls are on site and for 1 penny you can pick up a cold and full sample of the Energy drinks. The annual 5 day North by Northeast music festival, now in the 18th year, continues until the 17th. Rock on [..]

Wearing a Philips chocolate mustache

Published on 2012-06-14 14:05:00

#PhilipsLookinSweet chocolate mustache at #Toronto NXNE in Yonge-Dundas Square. Yummy.

#Toronto Tattoo Show NIX

Published on 2012-06-13 21:22:00

Oxygen reality show Best Ink stars Body Art Guru Joe Capobianco and Reality Star/Pin-Up Sabina Kelley will highlight the June 15, 16 and 17, 2012 edition of the Toronto Tattoo Show at the Hilton Hotel. The three day14th Annual Northern Ink Xposure Art Show will be at the hotel located at 145 Richmond Street West will be open to the public Friday 2-11pm, Saturday noon-11pm and Sunday from noon-7pm. The show is all about flesh for fantasy as the human landscape gets inked to create portable canv [..]

MMVA stage prep - ready for Bieber

Published on 2012-06-13 21:07:00

Sunday June 17, 2012 is the #Toronto @MUCHMusic Video Awards (MMVAs) and the stage on Queen St West is being constructed by an army of technicians and a mountain of equipment cases. Co-hosted by LMFAO with pop music superstar Justin Bieber also performing - expect fandemonium! The stage looks like it is built of metal, giant ice cubes and plastic hurricanes and extends along Queen Street and John Street.

Fire at #Toronto St Michaels Hospital

Published on 2012-06-13 12:34:00

A level two fire was reported at St Michaels Hospital on June 13, 2012 at 11:22am. The hospital located at Shuter and Bond Streets, just one block away from the Eaton Centre, had a fire that started in a roof top generator and spread to the roof. Initial review suggests an electrical cause, which remains to be confirmed. Incident F12064918 details the twenty two units which were dispatched to site including command, pumper and ladder units – the high level of response reflects the amount of in [..]

Walking the kitty in #Toronto

Published on 2012-06-12 19:33:00

No, it's not what you think. Someone was actually walking a little kitten in Yonge-Dundas Square. The cute little grey ball of fur named Pepsi was really doing the guiding, the owner was just along for the ride. He was so friendly! Speaking of cute I also saw the motorcycle dog back in the square.

@Luminato: Windscape at Pecaut Square

Published on 2012-06-12 19:20:00

Luminato's visual art installation named Windscape at The Metro #Toronto Hall David Pecaut Square captures the wind that flows through the canyon of high rise towers. Or when that wind dies the windsocks come with their own fans. On the outer limits of the square is a large blue streamer that also

@HondaIndy #Toronto Grandstand Setup

Published on 2012-06-12 19:02:00

With the approaching

Roman Legion invades #Toronto

Published on 2012-06-11 21:54:00

Twin brothers Romulus and Remus founded the Roman Empire

@Luminato: Reply School Project

Published on 2012-06-11 21:04:00

Dan Bergeron worked with youth at Winchester PS in #Toronto to explore themes of transformation and location. They created the art shown in this community location for Luminato 6. The piece above says "Life isn't about finding yourself. Life is about creating yourself."

Pretty birdy - Hands On Exotics

Published on 2012-06-11 20:51:00

Bright and friendly @HandsOnExotics

OVA Beach Tour

Published on 2012-06-11 20:18:00

Ashbridges Bay Beach Volleyball is building steam as summer rays hit the sandy beaches of #Toronto. The Ontario Volleyball Beach Tour was at the nets during the June 9, 2012 weekend. See more slams and blocks after the jump.

Borden Canadian Forces Day and Air Show

Published on 2012-06-10 22:12:00

The CFB @BordenAirShow on June 9-10, 2012 was a toasty affair under the sun as a variety of aircraft and

Punch Buggy for Sick Kids 2012

Published on 2012-06-10 07:47:00

There were four colourful VW bugs across from the #Toronto Eaton Centre for the 2012 edition of the Punch Buggy for Sick Kids fundraising event. Well five if you counted the little yellow number the kids were driving around the urban concrete park.

Philippine Independence Day Celebration

Published on 2012-06-10 07:43:00

#Toronto Nathan Phillips Square was celebrating Phillippine Independence Day on Saturday June 9, 2012. Entertainment and fun activities brought out quite the crowd to City Hall. People carried boxes of barbecue pig up on stage and over to the cutting tables where people lined up to get a sample of the tasty porker.

Marlies Fan

Published on 2012-06-10 07:36:00

Probably sad now as the #Toronto Marlies lost in the American Hockey League finals against the Admirals. The team gave Maple Leaf fans something positive to cheer about. This guy was with a few white and blue wigged and face painted friends during first intermission.

Muhtadi International Drumming Festival 2012

Published on 2012-06-10 07:31:00

The drum beats soothed the soul of #Toronto at the 2012 Muhtadi International Drumming Festival at Woodbine Park in the Beach. A python wraps around a friendly Toronto Police Officer

@Luminato: Encampment at Fort York

Published on 2012-06-09 22:57:00

The War of 1812 tents came with nightlights.

@Luminato: 1000 Tastes of #Toronto

Published on 2012-06-09 22:56:00

1000 tastes and 1000 plates brought to you by President's Choice in the historic Distillery District. Tickets to each booth went for $5 and a number of free samples was a good way to enjoy dinner out.

Woofstock 2012 - no cats allowed

Published on 2012-06-09 22:47:00

Hippy #Toronto dogs took advantage of @Woofstock and all the doggy bone samples in the St Lawrence Market area. The event is so popular that after 11am it is hard to make your way through the dogs. The best fun for me was any puppy or dogs in costumes - including this little cowpoke at top with his tiny little cowboy hat. It is back on Sunday June 10, 2012.

@PawsWay June 2012: Send your puppy to kindergarten

Published on 2012-06-08 21:06:00

They grow up so fast. First they poop all over the floor and nibble on your fingers, then before you know it they are on the school bus and mingling with other puppies in kindergarten. Join other dog owners at the Toronto PawsWay at Harbourfront on Queens Quay - a place for pets and pet lovers. Enjoy the time before they go away to dog university, partying your money away! If your dog has already learned all it, maybe they are a little nerdy, a little Big Bone Theory type of dogs, then I can [..]

@Luminato: aMAZEd at Brookfield

Published on 2012-06-08 19:25:00

The writing was on the

Spiderman, Robin, the Joker and the Batcave

Published on 2012-06-08 19:03:00

Batman's partner Robin the Boy Wonder fought against the evil genius and all around bad guy the Joker outside the #Toronto Eaton Centre as the @tumblertour Batmobile Tumbler and the Bat scooter, or Bat-Pod, gets put in the mobile Batcave. Nearby was the Spiderman. After its appearance at Herbie Day in Yonge-Dundas Square the Batmobile Tumbler and Bat-Pod get put away for the next leg of the tour. Its a mobile Batcave What a superhero way to start the weekend.

#NYCASAP Statues of Liberty in Union Station

Published on 2012-06-08 08:53:00

A WestJet promotion in #Toronto Union Station had several ladies dressed up as the famous U.S. Statue of Liberty found in New York Harbour. They were passing out scratch cards for chances to win discounts or a grand prize of a free round trip flight to the Big Apple on their airline. There are supposed to be 100 of the iconic green walking statues at various locations in Toronto – only for today. WestJet has started a new route from Toronto to New York City’s LaGuardia airport with seven [..]

Batmobile #Tumblertour at Herbie Day

Published on 2012-06-08 08:43:00

It’s a day of fun at Yonge-Dundas Square as #Toronto supports the Herbie Fund on Friday June 8, 2012. The event is hosted by Gord Martineau of Citytv and will feature Matt Dusk, Ashley MacIssac and the Batman’s spiffy wheels – the Batmobile Tumbler and the Bat-Pod motorcycle – I hope Toronto Batman shows up. The Herbie Day celebration helps to raise money for the Herbie Fund which brings children from around the world to the Hospital for Sick Children where they receive life-saving or li [..]

YMCA Relay for Strong Kids on @HondaIndy track

Published on 2012-06-07 19:28:00

It will be a little lower octane activity of the Honda Indy #Toronto race track on the day leading up to race weekend as the YMCA of Greater Toronto holds it annual Relay for Strong Kids on July 5, 2012. This will be the first year for the 32nd annual fundraiser to be held on the IndyCar street course in Exhibition Place. Charlie Johnstone, VP and GM of Honda Indy Toronto and Dr David Chong, Chair of the YMCA of Greater Toronto. Supplied photo.

#Toronto Roller Derby: It comes with roughing!

Published on 2012-06-07 16:30:00

They don't give

Clouds over the GO Bus

Published on 2012-06-06 20:52:00

Today's weather had a lot of "chance of thunder showers" and the puffy white clouds over the GO Transit bus

Orange Rickshaws

Published on 2012-06-06 12:11:00

Bright orange rickshaws can be seen around the streets of #Toronto, especially around Queens Quay and the Eaton Centre, but I have yet to see anyone being carted around in the human powered vehicle. A maximum of three passengers can be carried with a minimum charge per fare of $20. Two people taking a short jaunt around the Eaton Centre will probably set you back around $24 plus tip, which is an expensive trip. Rickshaws always remind me of Seinfeld when Kramer tries to get a rickshaw business [..]

D-Day Anniversary Commemoration 2012

Published on 2012-06-06 12:01:00

Old soldiers assembled once again in #Toronto Nathan Phillips Square for the Commemoration of the 68th Anniversary of D-Day. The event also had elements of the Toronto Fire Department and active members of the Canadian Forces in dress uniform. The sun was shining at noon on Wednesday June 6, 2012 as a musical prelude preceded the Parade, Anthem and the D-Day Address and Proclamation. The balance of the afternoon was filled by speakers as well as the Last Post, Two Minutes of Silence, Lament, Rev [..]

Woofstock this weekend

Published on 2012-06-05 20:45:00

@Woofstock, the largest outdoor festival for dogs, takes over the #Toronto St Lawrence Market and Flatiron Building areas on Saturday and Sunday, June 9-10, 2012 to 6pm. Woofstock is one of those things where you spend half the time going awww, that is so cute! Not only do dogs seem to out number the humans, but many of them seem to be better dressed - don't forget to see the costume contest. This is a fantastic family event with a chance to wander the distinctive neighbourhood when the roads [..]

Homicide #21/2012 at the Eaton Centre

Published on 2012-06-04 12:20:00

The #Toronto Eaton Centre has almost returned to normal after the 6:15pm Saturday, June 2, 2012 fatal shooting in the lower level food court. With one person dead and several others wounded in the shooting it was not hard to be shocked at this violent incident. On Monday June 4 the Shopping Mall is now open and only the Urban Eatery food court has its escalator entrances barred - it is not expected to open until tomorrow. While I photographed the eatery from above someone threw a lone bundle of [..]

Luminato 6

Published on 2012-06-03 20:05:00

June 8-17, 2012 is the sixth season of the #Toronto @Luminato Festival of Arts and Creativity. Many of the events and installations are being prepared for the upcoming festival which starts this Friday and I noticed that "Windscape" art installation is starting to take shape. "This year, to celebrate David Pecaut Square as the Festival’s central hub, the square is being transformed by Toronto’s illustrious Diamond Schmitt Architects and reimagined as Windscape. The installation suggests a [..]

MuscleMag Bikini Model Search Preliminary

Published on 2012-06-03 11:52:00

In #Toronto the svelte ladies in bikinis stepped onto the #TOProSuperShow Expo Stage during the preliminary round of the 2012 MuscleMag Bikini Model Search competition. See more of the bikinis after the jump.

Reps Mens Fitness Model Search

Published on 2012-06-03 10:06:00

The hardbody gentlemen brought their abs to the Reps Men's Fitness Model Search at the #Toronto #TOProSuperShow during the preliminary judging round. See more of the mens bodybuilding fitness competition after the jump.

Oxygen Fitness Model Search Preliminary

Published on 2012-06-02 23:00:00

Posing in front of a giant magazine cover was one of the elements of the Oxygen Fitness Model Preliminary round at the #Toronto #TOProSuperShow 2012. See more of the

IFBB Women's Figure at #TOproSuperShow

Published on 2012-06-02 22:16:00

The International Federation of Body Building and Fitness (IFBB) Womens Pro Figure judging took place on the Expo Stage at the #Toronto Pro SuperShow. The ladies were tanned and toned and they brought their A games to the competition. See more of the judging after the jump.

Heroes Highway Ride and Rally

Published on 2012-06-02 21:15:00

Driving 170 kms from Trenton Air Force Base to Polson Street in Cherry Beach the Heroes Highway Ride and Rally roared into #Toronto on Saturday, June 2, 2012. The police provided the escort with a number of military vehicles also joining the line followed by hundreds of motorcycles. William 'Sam' Magee, centre above, is joined by members of the Canadian Forces at the rally location. The free event is in support of Canada's Troops At Polson Street more military and musicians awaited the a [..]

Piazza Italia #Toronto

Published on 2012-06-02 20:42:00

Bella. The second annual Piazza Italia Festival was held in Yonge-Dundas Square which became for a time a little village piazza in Italy. The square was dressed up in white and red and the entertainment was on the stage. The Saturday, June 2, 2012 festival was sponsored by the Italian Chamber of Commerce of Ontario with the support of the General Consul of Italy to Toronto. Rick Campanelli, co-host of ET Canada, will be the Master of Ceremonies. Sobeys representing with free water "As in an [..]

#Toronto Pro SuperShow 2012

Published on 2012-06-02 19:22:00

#TOProSuperShow

Rain floods TTC Union Station

Published on 2012-06-01 12:33:00

The 30-40mm of rain expected from Friday to Saturday afternoon is impacting Toronto commuters with flooding in Union Station. The TTC announced on Friday, June 01, 2012 at 12:42pm that there is no service from Osgoode to Bloor Stations due to severe flooding at Union Station. Shuttle buses have been dispatched to bypass the affected sections of the subway. Streetcars on Spadina are turning back at the Spadina Loop due to the flooding. Emergency services are helping people exit the stations as th [..]

#Toronto Pro SuperShow starts Fri June 1

Published on 2012-05-31 21:06:00

Tomorrow is the start of the #TOProSuperShow as the fitness show muscles into the Metro Toronto Convention Centre June 1 - 3, 2012. The doors are open 1-6pm on Friday, 9am-6pm Saturday and 10am-4pm on Sunday. Entrance to the Expo is only $15 per day and the Expo stage will feature the IFBB Pre prejudging, Oxygen, MuscleMag and Reps Model searches, Strongman Finals, Armwrestling Finals and a number of entertainment and guest speakers. "SPORTS AND EVENTS: The Toronto Pro SuperShow EXPO will be [..]

Protest against Ontario Bill 13

Published on 2012-05-31 12:39:00

#Toronto has seen several protests against Ontario Bill 13: Accepting Schools Act, and today there was a sizeable one in the downtown core. Protesters gathered on both sides of Yonge Street at Dundas Street holding signs as several bicycle police gathered nearby to provide traffic control during the later march. The Thursday, May 31, 2012 event is described as a parental protest with all faith groups welcome and without religious signs or symbols. People were asked to dress in red and white to s [..]

Come sit on Oprah Winfey's #Toronto couch

Published on 2012-05-31 12:23:00

A familiar chair and couch setup at Nathan Phillips Square alerted me to another on location filming of a new documentary for Oprah Winfrey Network Canada. I have run into this furniture a few times at the historic Distillery District, now they seem to have added wheels and are traveling around Toronto. They were getting ready early in the morning of Thursday, May 31, 2012 and the signs say “Want to talk? Do you have a story to tell? Come talk to us”. Who needs therapy when Oprah’s crew [..]

Popeye and the scary guy graffiti

Published on 2012-05-30 20:27:00

Popeye smokes his corncob pipe and winks at people that pass by A scary figure in black waves a flag over a pile of skulls

#HondaIndyTO track construction begins

Published on 2012-05-30 16:34:00

Hot on the wheels of Dario Franchitti's recent third win of the Indy 500 race the Honda

2012 Rogers Media Up Front

Published on 2012-05-29 13:20:00

The red carpet and giant balloons wait at the #Toronto Hard Rock Café for the 2012 Up Front Rogers Media TV Sales after party event on Tuesday, May 29, 2012. The Fall television launch includes Citytv with the release of it’s primetime schedule for the 2012 season. In Canada pitches will be made to domestic advertisers and the press for Rogers, then Global Television Up Fronts tomorrow and CTV follows on Thursday. This sales job will secure advertisers spots on the shows months before the [..]

#TDMusic Keep the Music Going

Published on 2012-05-29 12:41:00

Visitors to Yonge-Dundas Square in #Toronto were listening to a big band up on stage as part of the TD Discover Music and the Keep the Music Going event on Tuesday, May 29, 2012. The band was warming up over the lunch hour in front of an empty conductor’s box. At 2pm people could come up to the green symphony conductors perch and conduct the orchestra – no experience necessary.

Ball Hockey Prohibited

Published on 2012-05-28 21:31:00

I took this photo of the Ball and Hockey Playing Prohibited sign on a residential street in #Toronto because I was surprised and thought it was funny. Growing up in Canada kids always played ball hockey in the summer and pick up ice hockey in winter. I didn't know that it was actually against the (by)law. This has recently been in the news as one city Councillor wanted to establish a complicated set of rules that would allow some street hockey to take place.

Beware the spokes of #Toronto Bike Month

Published on 2012-05-28 19:45:00

Started by the

Walk for Values

Published on 2012-05-27 21:18:00

The 10th annual #Toronto Walk for Values on Sunday, May 27, 2012. Departing at 11am from Yonge-Dundas Square the planned route included Dundas St E, Church St, Gerrard St, Sherbourne St, Richmond St E and up Victoria St to end back at the square. The walk occurs

Anime North 2012: Fantastic cosplay

Published on 2012-05-26 23:23:00

@anime_north is the chance to gather together in costume at the #Toronto Congress Centre. While the colourful, sold-out crowd filled the halls they also came out to wander the parking lot to display, admire and photograph the cosplay characters that they work so hard on. See more cosplay after the jump. Keep checking back as I update the post with more photos.

#Toronto Desifest 2012

Published on 2012-05-26 22:59:00

Canada's only South Asian Music Festival filled Yonge-Dundas Square with a celebration of South Asian culture, music and food during @getDesiFIED Desifest presented by Rogers on Saturday May 26, 2012 (11am to 11pm). Artists included Raaga Toronto Music, Stephanie Braganza, and groups like Daizy Danzers, Jadoo Entertainment and Raang Garba. My favourite singer was Urvah Khan - she rocked the crowd! Singer Urvah Khan

DOTO 2012: Doors Open #Toronto

Published on 2012-05-26 22:52:00

#Doors_OpenTO is back during the May 27-28, 2012 weekend with over 135 attractions open to the public for free! The range of available places to visit include some tall ships on the waterfront, historical locations and other architectural, socially or

OSPCA #Toronto Walk for Animals

Published on 2012-05-26 22:13:00

Hundreds of dogs brought their owners to Coronation Park for the first annual Ontario SPCA's Toronto Friends for Life! walk-a-thon presented by IAMS. The dogs came in all sizes and ages for Toronto's largest walk for animals. The event even had a Spokes-animal who was a

Exposure Photo Show

Published on 2012-05-25 23:00:00

The Exposure Photo and Video Imaging Show is currently underway at the Toronto International Centre and runs until Sunday May 27, 2012. For a photographer the toys are hard to resist and as a bonus there are models to test your photo skills. Bring your camera or buy one at the show.

Teamsters Canada Rail Conference Strike 2012

Published on 2012-05-25 22:30:00

Members of the Teamsters Canada Rail Conference

Big Bike in #Toronto

Published on 2012-05-25 22:08:00

A big city like #Toronto needs big wheels and those wheels can be found on the Heart and Stroke Foundations Big Bike. Teams of up to 29 can sign up to ride the big red, multi-seat contraption to raise money to support heart disease and stroke research. The driver is provided by the charity. "A vital fundraiser with impressive results, Heart&Stroke Big Bike continues to engage Canadians across the country. Last year, over 40,000 riders, in over 200 communities, helped raise over $7 million fo [..]

#TorontoEMS: Emergency Medical Services Week

Published on 2012-05-25 21:56:00

#Toronto Emergency Medical Services Week ran from May 21 to May 25, 2012 and on Friday there were several ambulance and paramedic crews set up in Bell Trinity Square (behind the Eaton Centre). Visitors could get their blood pressure checked by EMS staff (see photo at top), meet the medical responders and dispatchers, check out the ambulance and pick up a paper model of an ambulance. The EMS Week is celebrated throughout Canada and this year's them is "EMS: More than a job....a calling!"

Score: Bud Light Lime Mojito on Yonge Street

Published on 2012-05-25 21:36:00

To what did my eyes behold but the sight of Bud Light Lime Mojito free samples being given out on Yonge St in #Toronto. The team was in white and green and they were outside the Eaton Centre on Yonge Street with their shiny white Bud Light Lime Mojito branded SUV, checking IDs and offering a double pack of the nectar of the gods, and if not the gods, maybe the Kraken. When you release the Kraken you will need more than a two pack though, and the taste of lime makes the Kraken kind of scrunch his [..]

Expedia says sand and thongs popular

Published on 2012-05-24 20:25:00

That's right, Expedia has surveyed Canadians and they are hot for vacations on the beach. You don't have to convince #Toronto of this fact - we live along Lake Ontario and enjoy many beautiful beaches. We even have HTO and Sugar urban beaches, which only have sand and umbrellas, and the Toronto Island beaches with our one and only clothing optional Hanlan's Point beach. The survey was done as part of Expedia's 2012

#CanadianTire Jumpstart #GoCleantweets

Published on 2012-05-24 12:30:00

Summer is back in #Toronto so that means barbecues, cutting the grass and washing the car. Canadian Tire in the lead up to Jumpstart Day on Saturday May 26, brought in their One Million Red Ball charity, along with GoClean, to Yonge-Dundas Squareto get you started on washing your car – the green way! Just at the busy corner you could stop for a hot dog so the only thing that it is hard to do in the downtown core now is to cut your grass.Yonge-Dundas Squareto get you started on washing your car [..]

TYSFF: Toronto Youth Shorts Film Festival

Published on 2012-05-23 21:04:00

#Toronto Youth Shorts provides talented young

#rimmellondoncan Scandal Eyes: Busted for being too beautiful

Published on 2012-05-23 12:39:00

London Bobbies surrounded a cage full of women (or birds as the English say) at Yonge-Dundas Square today in #Toronto. The British police must have been leftover from the Prince Charles and Camilla (Duchess of Cornwall) tour of our fair city and they arrested the girls and threw them in the clink for being too beautiful, although some of the ladies were out in their orange jumpsuits as part of some hot chain gang. It was a MASSIVE SCANDAL as they were guilty of dangerously big lashes, receiv [..]

Molson M Liquid Art #Molsonm_art

Published on 2012-05-22 19:30:00

Cold brew is the sunshine liquid of summer. A large mural is being painted to suggest that Molson Coors microcarbonated beverage called 'M' is in fact liquid art that flows from the billboard onto the wall behind. As artists paint the main artwork a separate artist is adding the names of twitter users that have tweeted using the hashtag #Molsonm_art. The beer maker will also donate a dollar for each twitter user to the Canadian Art Foundation during the four week campaign. See more of the arti [..]

Ned Hanlan: Jacked up, tires stolen

Published on 2012-05-22 18:39:00

The mighty tugboat Ned Hanlan has been put up on blocks and I think someone took it's tires. Car jackers seem to be starting to move into the boat business. On sober second thought I found out that the Ned Hanlan is being moved from it's recent hole in the ground in Exhibiton place - and it never had tires! Laurie McCulloch Building Moving has put the stout little ship onto a large, multi-wheeled trailer for it's planned relocation to Hanlan's Point on the Islands. Planned redevelopment of th [..]

Madagascar 3: Rainbow wigs

Published on 2012-05-22 06:13:00

Alex the lion from the Madagascar movies was a hit at #Toronto harbourfront as he hugged and posed with children. The fuzzy character was in town to promote the upcoming release of Madagascar 3: Europe's Most Wanted. A a colourful platoon of billboard and rainbow wig wearing promoters had his back as they faced onto Queens Quay and waved at motorists and bicyclists that passed by. The movies' catch phrase is "Getting home will be a circus" which went well with the Toronto International Circus [..]

Prince Charles and Camilla Firework prep

Published on 2012-05-21 21:18:00

Visiting Canada to celebrate Queen Elizabeth's Diamond Jubilee Prince Charles and Camilla the Duchess of Cornwall touched down in #Toronto on Monday May 21, 2012. The Royal Pair came from New Brunswick and planned to meet with Olympic Athletes, Ryerson Students, Community Service Award winners and several Canadian Armed Forces groups at Moss Park and Fort York Amouries. At night the tour will watch Victoria Day fireworks at Ashbridges Bay - with a water based view. Coast Guard, RCMP and Fire [..]

Toronto International Circus Festival

Published on 2012-05-21 20:38:00

Thousands of visitors filled Harbourfront Centre for the FREE #Toronto International Circus Festival during the Victoria Day 2012 holiday long weekend. The event was created by Zero Gravity Circus (ZGC). "Experience eye-popping acrobatics, side-splitting comedy and mind-bending daredevil stunts - featuring lunatic unicyclists, world-class acrobats, unflinching fire eaters, sky-scraping stilt walkers, brazen chain saw jugglers, genius balloon sculptors and harebrained clowns & characters everywhe [..]

IndyCar drivers in #Toronto May 21, 2012

Published on 2012-05-20 23:22:00

@HondaIndy brings Alex Tagliani, Simon Pagenaud and Jean Alesi drop to Toronto after the Indy 500 Bump Day to meet the media and visit with fans on Monday May 21, 2012. Joining the drivers will be Charlie Johnstone, VP and GM of Honda Indy Toronto. You can see them at Wayne Gretzky's at 99 Blue Jays Way from 3:00-4:00 pm and get autographs, enjoy a Q & A session and have a chance to win prizes. The drivers and their teams are: Alex Tagliani, Team Barracuda - BHA,

La Senza undie giveaway

Published on 2012-05-20 21:18:00

Three lovely ladies from La Senza were at Yonge and Dundas giving away womens underwear outside the #Toronto Eaton Centre. The undies were cute but a little too tight for my taste.

Boats fill Toronto Harbour

Published on 2012-05-20 21:10:00

Traffic jams on #Toronto highways are a fact of life and now that traffic is being rivaled within the inner harbour as a fleet of sailboats unfurled their sails and set course for adventure, probably a three hour tour. A water taxi heads back to the mainland See more boats after the jump. A wedding party on the Jubilee Queen Boats near the Toronto Islands A brood of baby sailboats look for their parents Centre Island Ferry

Beach volleyball back in #Toronto

Published on 2012-05-20 20:02:00

As summer weather comes back to TO the beaches around town come alive with activity. Down at Ashbridges Bay the volleyball courts are up and the teams, pickup games and tournaments start to fill the coming summer schedule. On Saturday during the Victoria Day long weekend I caught up with some two on two games being hard fought on the hot sands in the Beach. See more volleyball action after the jump.

EPIC NIKE

Published on 2012-05-20 19:51:00

Clutch the Truck had a DJ perched on the roof high above Yonge-Dundas Square spinning some tunes during the EPIC customization tour. The NIKE Basketball promotion on Saturday and Sunday May 19-20 saw a small court set up with people shooting hoops. You could get special deals through participating Foot Locker stores. See more EPIC after the jump.

Rising at Shangri-La

Published on 2012-05-18 13:56:00

Looking like a shiny silver dinosaur (probably a Vegiosaurus) that had escaped from the weird sculpture habitat in the #Toronto Historic Distillery District (http://torontogp.blogspot.ca/2009/06/freaky-sculptures-at-distillery.html) the new Shangri-La hotel and condominium sculpture called “Rising” is certainly an attention grabber. The polished stainless steel sculpture by Zhang Huan even looks ready to charge but is held back by a blue security fence. The creature, or tree roots, is surrou [..]

Horse on the sidewalk

Published on 2012-05-18 13:43:00

It was getting a little crowded on the sidewalks of #Toronto as a police horse and rider joined the pedestrians on Yonge Street. The officer had stopped as he was flagged down by a pedestrian. The citizen had made a call to 911 regarding an incident further up the street and the horse moved off the road for safety. Luckily there was no extraneous production of end products on the hard concrete; otherwise you might want to have your umbrella handy as you window shop. Later this will show up as an [..]

Stand Taller graffiti

Published on 2012-05-17 17:23:00

Four figures walk together, the graffiti stencil underneath the figures reads "Stand Taller". This graffiti stencil was in a alley along Queen Street East, a wild and

Honda Indy Toronto 2012: New sponsors and all-site license

Published on 2012-05-17 16:51:00

@HondaIndy barely has the ink dry on their three year renewal agreement for the IndyCar race in the streets of #Toronto when they further announce additional sponsorship partners including Sony, CDW Canada and two craft beer brewers - Muskoka Brewery and Amsterdam Brewery. Following changes to the Ontario Liquor Laws Honda Indy Toronto is working with the Provincial Government to allow a full-site license - Exhibition Place will be a giant patio during the summer race weekend. Canadian driver Al [..]

May two four: Victoria Day Weekend

Published on 2012-05-16 21:16:00

The weekend so famous it is named for Canada's traditional beer containment system, a cardboard case of 24 beer and so we have the two-four long weekend! It might also have had something to do with Queen Victoria's birthday on May 24, 1819, but my memory is hazy on that matter. The holiday occurs on the first Monday before May 25, in 2012 that means the actual holiday is Monday May 21. More importantly for us it is a weekend in late spring known for fireworks, patios, cottages and just having fu [..]

Toronto prepares for MuscleMag Bikini Search

Published on 2012-05-15 21:24:00

Just a few short weeks away is the #Toronto Pro SuperShow

Whistler at Redpath Sugar

Published on 2012-05-15 20:52:00

One scoop or two? The green St Lawrence Steam Ship is docked at the #Toronto Redpath sugar production facility along Queen's Quay as a large crane reaches deep into it's hold to unload raw sugar. The large ship has many holds along it's length, broken into compartments. The large doors fold up to expose the raw resource and allow access by the crane. Someone had time to lean, so they had time to clean. The blast of water cleaning the deck comes pouring out of the anchor holes. The ship rides [..]

Capture daily life on May 15

Published on 2012-05-15 20:34:00

People all around the world are capturing images of daily life on May 15 as part of a campaign by Aday

Marie Antoinette rules Queen St West

Published on 2012-05-14 21:27:00

Whether ruling over #Toronto citizens along Queen Street West or looking for cake to eat, Kate Mior - character and mime artist, looks absolutely regal as she waves her fan and smiles to pedestrians and/or lowly peasants. Off with your head if you don't give her a few francs for her performance! GIF animations generator gifup.com Kate shows me a regal Rock Sign

Mennonite Choir at Old City Hall

Published on 2012-05-14 20:24:00

The New Hamburg Conservative Mennonite Church choir, dressed in traditional attire, performed at #Toronto Old City Hall with a mini acappella concert over the weekend. They were also passing out free CDs of their "We Praise Thee Oh God" rocking album (actual CD may not really be rocking).

Tiny Mini Guy with Marge and Maggie Simpson

Published on 2012-05-14 18:25:00

Marge Simpson's towering blue bouffant hairstyle created a shadow following behind the tiny, red convertible Mini Cooper driving along Queen Street West in #Toronto. The Mini Guy's little car, sort of an open style clown car, had the driver and a passenger in the front seat. In the back sat Marge Simpson cradling daughter Maggie, in probably an unsafe manner had they been real. Bart and Homer were probably in the glove compartment, ready to come out when they arrive at their destination - whic [..]

Honda Indy #Toronto and the Exhibiton Place Skyride

Published on 2012-05-14 10:45:00

@Hondaindy today announced that the contracts have been signed with the City of Toronto, Honda Canada, Exhibition Place, Tourism Toronto and IndyCar for the continuation of the Honda Indy Toronto race into 2014. The May 14, 2012 announcement occurred during the press conference regarding the future of the Honda Indy Toronto which featured Kim Green and Kevin Savoree, co-owners of Honda Indy Toronto, Charlie Johnstone, VP and GM of Honda Indy Toronto, Dave Gardner, VP sales and marketing of Ho [..]

Miss Hooters Eastern Canada Bikini Finals

Published on 2012-05-14 08:06:00

The Hooters ladies are breaking out the bikinis once again for the Miss Hooters Eastern Canada Finals at the Hooters #Toronto Airport. If you think that’s a lot of hooters, I agree. The contest is Tuesday May 15, 2012 at the Hooters at 171 Carlingview Drive in Etobicoke. Doors open at 7pm and the contest starts at 8:30pm – admission is $15. You can see more of my coverage of the 2012 Downtown Hooters bikini contest on my post here (http://torontogp.blogspot.ca/2012/02/hooters-bikini-contes [..]

Cavalia's Odysseo in #Toronto

Published on 2012-05-13 19:59:00

Even the tent is

Police Week 2012

Published on 2012-05-13 10:36:00

Police Week starts Sunday May 13 and ends Saturday May 19 so get out there and meet your local police. It is a great chance to see some of the interesting things that the police are involved in. The tactical uniforms and equipment and displays are always cool to see and usually they have plenty of activities and displays to entertain children. I had a chance to drop by the Peel Regional Police Day in

Oprah Winfrey Network in #Toronto

Published on 2012-05-13 10:05:00

OWN was in the Historic Distillery District taping a new Canadian documentary series. The young lady tried to get Joe and I to tell funny stories of love or regret in a taped interview session. Alas, I didn't really have anything funny to discuss on love so I had to pass. I was hoping that Oprah was around, she had recently been in Toronto, but the gigantic crowds that should have swamped the neighbourhood weren't in evidence.. It is always fun to visit the district because of the atmosphere [..]

Dragons' Den Wrap Party

Published on 2012-05-12 23:13:00

The cast and crew of the CBC show Dragons' Den celebrated the wrap of their latest season at the #Toronto Boston Pizza (BP) located at John and Front Street. The current stars of the Canadian Dragons are Jim Treliving, Kevin O'Leary, Arlene Dickinson, Bruce Croxon and David Chilton.

Kitesurfing in #Toronto

Published on 2012-05-12 22:37:00

The wind wasn't that strong today and several kitesurfers were disappointed, but some did try their luck in the cold waters of Cherry Beach. The giant kites caught what little wind there was and sometimes the force helped launch people high into the air. It can make for an exciting and colourful extreme sport. Cherry Beach is a popular spot to catch kitesurfers in action. The large kites were lined up along the beach as the operators waited for more wind. Weaving among the sailboats you [..]

Dogs at Cherry Beach

Published on 2012-05-12 22:11:00

Gorgeous and cute dogs frolic in the waves and waters of Lake Ontario at Cherry Beach. The large leash free area draws in dozens of dogs every hour and one of their favourite things to do is to enjoy a rousing game of fetch. They can run into the water time after time and when they come out the dogs shake as they rid themselves of water. Here are a couple of

Che Guevara graffiti and more SPUD grenades

Published on 2012-05-11 22:50:00

There is a really detailed graffiti wall off which features the infamous Cuban Che Guevara on a small street in #Toronto. The large scale graffiti swirls with black and white images by several graffiti artists on what must be a sponsored mural. Che looks pensive Some scary clowns I also found more SPUD graffiti grenades

Leonard Cohen Street Tribute May 11-12

Published on 2012-05-11 12:45:00

The Glenn Gould Foundation continues with its series of events (some free) in #Toronto with the Leonard Cohen Street Tribute (#leonardstreettribute) which leads up to awarding Laureate Leonard Cohen the Glenn Gould Prize on May 14, 2012 at Massey Hall. The street tributes feature a multitude of artists performing his songs and poetry from noon until 8pm on Friday and Saturday, May 11 to 12, 2012 throughout the downtown core (locations listed below). The street performances join the exhibition [..]

Police Week and the Mounted Police

Published on 2012-05-10 21:04:00

Police Week

Ecocab gang

Published on 2012-05-10 19:01:00

A bunch of rough looking characters driving souped up Ecocabs gathered at Yonge-Dundas Square in #Toronto today. It was an Ecocab gang flouting the parking restriction in parks, yes they parked where ever they pleased, sometimes hanging out of the white plastic doors just looking for trouble. Well they found trouble with allergies and plenty of (Claritin) drugs were pushed in the park - for a 'donation'. The rally of the wild ones was intimidating but I forced myself

#Toronto FC beats Montreal Impact

Published on 2012-05-09 22:55:00

It was a fantastic game as Toronto FC beat Montreal Impact with a score of 2-0 at BMO Field. The mid week game started at 8pm and with the cool weather and chance of rain the crowd was a little thin. With the win Toronto advances to the final of the Amway Canadian Championship. Thanks to Joe Fresh for the tickets. Toronto FC superfans The Montreal superfans There was a large contingent of FC fans that occupy the SE corner of the stadium. They stand the entire game waving flags and cheer [..]

Ontario Summer Games in Toronto - 100 days out

Published on 2012-05-09 12:20:00

There were a lot of athletes down at #Toronto City Hall for the Ontario Summer games 100 Day Event during lunchtime on Wednesday May 9, 2012. The Games will be hosted by the City of Toronto from August 16 to 19, 2012 and today was a chance to check out the mascot design contest, see the Games Medal design unveiled and to learn about the Playing FOR KEEPS program (http://www.playingforkeeps.ca/). Doug Ford takes a shot on goal, then goes for a hug Councillor Doug Ford took time out of his s [..]

Calgary Stampede shows Toronto a white hat welcome

Published on 2012-05-09 12:06:00

Travel Alberta and the Calgary Stampede presented #Toronto with a western welcome featuring hundreds of white cowboy hats lined up in Yonge-Dundas Square. The Wednesday May 9, 2012 event was to promote the Centennial Anniversary of the Calgary Stampede; one hundred years from 1912 to 2012. There was also a band onstage to keep the visitors entertained while people entered the contest. Two hundred wristbands were given out to anyone that wanted to sign up and then they were invited to grab a h [..]

Double Header #Toronto Roller Derby May 12

Published on 2012-05-08 20:54:00

The real women of #TORollerDerby return to the Bunker on Saturday May 12, 2012 with a Double Header set of bouts starting with DVAS vs Disloyalists followed by the Chicks vs Betties - let the madness begin as the ladies slam and weave around the flat track in the Bunker. "Tickets are on sale now until 5am Saturday morning for this bout. Doors at 5pm, DVAS vs. Disloyalists kicks off first at 6pm, followed by Chicks vs. Betties around 7:30pm. Halftime entertainment provided by Mittenz, a scrappy [..]

Toronto FC races to the bottom

Published on 2012-05-08 16:53:00

The #Toronto FC professional soccer club has enjoyed a solid losing 2012 season as they sit at the bottom of the 19 team league standings with zero points. I think that they have spent too much time asking themselves WWLD or "What Would the Leafs Do?" And the answer is .... lose. Toronto now sits at zero points or dead last in the Eastern Conference and even the bottom team in the Western Conference has points. On Saturday May 5 the FC hosted DC United where they lost 0-2. MLS noted that "Both [..]

Sage Fair: June eco-event

Published on 2012-05-07 20:56:00

Described as a bohemian marketplace the Sage Fair is coming to the Metro #Toronto Convention Centre on Saturday and Sunday, June 2-3, 2012. The Fair is dedicated to promoting and grow local and environmentally friendly businesses to help Canadians "live happier, healthier and greener lifestyles." The show started in London by founders Val Nicholson and Krysia Kwiatkowski and is now moving into Toronto in 2012. You can look forward to the Swapsity Media Eco-Swap (free exchange of media - books, [..]

Leonard Cohen Artworks at Brookfield Place

Published on 2012-05-07 18:36:00

The long hall of the Brookfield Place Allen Lambert Galleria in #Toronto is now showing forty pieces of Leonard Cohen Artworks from May 7 to 19, 2012. "This May, Leonard Cohen will become the Ninth Laureate of The Glenn Gould Prize, sometimes called the “Nobel Prize of the Arts.” The Glenn Gould Foundation presents a rare glimpse of the works of famous songwriter as well as a glittering concert and gala fundraising event on May 14. Leonard Cohen has been active as a visual artist since his [..]

Putting the beav in The Beaverton

Published on 2012-05-07 18:03:00

North America's trusted source of news (now how the hell did that happen?) was representing the brand outside the #Toronto Eaton Centre. One guy was dressed in a beaver suit while his posse gave out copies of The Beaverton newspaper. I was dejected to note that "Heavy petting officially downgraded to first base" but quickly perked up when I found out that "Hedgehogs are pussies"! "The Beaverton is a news satire and parody publication . All articles contained within this website, however simila [..]

Motorcycle Doggie

Published on 2012-05-07 17:47:00

A heavy duty biker dog was at Yonge-Dundas Square in the heart of downtown #Toronto. This guy looked like he was a union firefighter with the cutest little motorcycle helmet.

Battle of the Atlantic Remembrance

Published on 2012-05-07 14:10:00

The Cenotaph at #Toronto Old City Hall was the site of the 67th anniversary remembrance ceremony of the Battle of the Atlantic. Members of the Naval branch of the armed services, veterans and cadets gathered together with other supporters to remember the longest continuous battle in the Second World War. A military band was also on hand as a number of wreaths were placed by various groups at the base of the cenotaph. The event took place Sunday May 6, 2012 at Queen Street West and Bay Street. [..]

Police Memorial Ceremony of Remembrance

Published on 2012-05-06 21:08:00

Queens park in #Toronto was full of uniformed officers and bands for the 13th annual Ontario Police Memorial Foundation Ceremony of Remembrance on Sunday May 6, 2012 (first Sunday in May). Lt-Gov David Onley presented a wreath on behalf of of people of Ontario, Dalton McGuinty on behalf of the Government of Ontario, Detective Michael Catlin, NYPD on behalf of the USA and the Styles Family on behalf of families of fallen officers, see photo above. Thousands of police officers from around N [..]

William the Street Performer

Published on 2012-05-06 17:44:00

Visitors to downtown #Toronto get a treat when they get to see street performers, or buskers, doing their acts. One of the best places to see the performers is at Yonge and Dundas, outside the Eaton Centre or across the road in the Square, and down at Queens Quay along the waterfront. On Saturday May 5, 2012 there were a few acts holding court in the square and we watched William do some fire and juggling bits before he finished with a lawn mower finale.

Goodlife Toronto Marathon

Published on 2012-05-05 23:38:00

The runners take to the streets on Sunday May 6, 2012 for the Goodlife #Toronto Marathon

Free Comic Book Day at Silver Snail

Published on 2012-05-05 21:57:00

Superheros and other characters gathered at Silver Snail for the #Toronto edition of Free Comic Book Day 2012. The international day to promote comic books happens on the first

Falun Dafa Day Celebration 2012

Published on 2012-05-05 21:08:00

#Toronto City Hall had another celebration in Nathan Phillips Square as people celebrated the 20th anniversary

Global Marijuana March 2012

Published on 2012-05-05 07:18:00

While the #Toronto Freedom Festival has been postponed due to permit issues the 14th Annual Global Marijuana March (GMM) will still be held on Saturday, May 5, 2012. The marchers will start to gather at 11am and begin to walk the streets of Toronto around noon. The idea is to celebrate, discuss and promote and Toronto's march is supposed to be the largest GMM in the world. See my photos of the 2011 festival and march on my post here. Marc Emery's wife Jodie in green From the Toronto Groups [..]

Bloor St tunnel graffiti

Published on 2012-05-04 22:05:00

An interesting graffiti cat is in the Bloor Street East pedestrian tunnel by the Sherbourne Station of the #Toronto Transit Commission. The cat with the magical third eye is joined by a

H&M Summer Beach House

Published on 2012-05-04 13:02:00

H & M welcomes #Toronto to the summer season with a pop up summer lounge at Yonge-Dundas Square. May 4, 2012 is the last day of the two day event and the lounge remains open until 7pm. I checked out a few of the fashions and had a refreshing cherry slushie. Then to top it off I had a photo taken by the security guard with the two lovely ladies at the entrance to the lounge. It felt good to be a fashion maven in the big smoke.

Star Wars Day: May the 4th be with you!

Published on 2012-05-04 12:28:00

It is Intergalactic Star Wars Day #Toronto and the polite greeting is ‘May the 4th be with you”! You can take in a sci-fi event in honour of the Star Wars franchise, and which also benefits SickKids Hospital, by attending the show at the Toronto Underground Cinema. Doors open at 6pm, show starts at 7pm. You can find more information at www.starwarsdayto.com for the Friday, May 04, 2012 disturbance.

Ducks crossing HWY407 and baby goslings

Published on 2012-05-03 20:44:00

Joe Fresh let me know about a family of ducks that miraculously crossed Highway 407 - their harrowing journey across several lanes of high speed traffic was captured by a CTV news helicopter. It was hard to believe how much the little baby ducklings got tossed around by the force of passing traffic, quickly regrouping and running into the next lane until they finally make it to safety. I thought I would check out the water and see if I could find any baby ducks or geese. I didn't find any duck [..]

Mr Lube, Ortsbo and William Ashley join Honda Indy #Toronto

Published on 2012-05-03 18:53:00

It was announced that several new sponsorship partners have joined #HondaIndy Toronto; Mr Lube, Ortsbo and William Ashley, starting with the IZOD IndyCar street course race coming July 6-8, 2012. You may remember William Ashley when they did a promotion with their fine bone china supporting the new IndyCar during the 2011 Bloor Street Festival. Mr. Lube, Canada's largest quick lube brand, gains naming rights for the Mr. Lube Indy Lights Paddock, Ortsbo, a leader in Real Time Global Communicatio [..]

And the band protested on

Published on 2012-05-02 21:39:00

The #Toronto 2012 Mayday #May1TO rally and march featured a few musical protesters - including a great drum band called

Mayday Protest Kitty

Published on 2012-05-02 18:18:00

Joining the

MAYDAY #Toronto 2012

Published on 2012-05-01 19:21:00

Hundreds gathered at City Hall as the MAYDAY #may1TO Protest rallys began at 4pm on Tuesday May 1, 2012. After listening to a few speeches the march to Alexandra Park. They stopped at a few intersections along the way before they poured into the park at Dundas and Bathurst. The police waited patiently at most intersections except at Spadina and Queen where the police moved people out of the intersection with calls of public safety. Police presence is high, mostly of the bicycle variety. I saw s [..]

The HAPPY #Toronto

Published on 2012-05-01 12:19:00

Nathan Phillips Square was full of people doing the HAPPY in support of SickKids Hospital as they created Toronto’s largest happy face. “Watch the Happy spread”.

Choose Your Mood

Published on 2012-04-30 20:12:00

Have you ever had a day when you didn't feel yourself? That's the question that Not Myself Today

Syria rally in the square

Published on 2012-04-30 19:11:00

A small group of protesters gathered in Yonge-Dundas Square on Sunday, April 29, 2012 to bring attention to the plight of people in Syria. The group had a band and after the songs the people spelled out SOS while a crew filmed for a YouTube video. Posted by Joe Hamilton. See more pictures after the jump.

Khalsa Day Celebrations in #Toronto

Published on 2012-04-29 21:45:00

Starting at Exhibition Place thousands of Sikhs and supporters marched through the streets on Sunday April 29, 2012 until they arrived at City Hall's Nathan Phillips Square and later at Queens Park. Posted by Joe Hamilton

Flashmob: National Ballet at Distillery District

Published on 2012-04-29 21:32:00

Members of the Canada's National Ballet School filled the square in the #Toronto Historic Distillery District for a dancing Bollywood style flashmob celebrating International Dance Day. The group gathered together at noon on Sunday April 29, 2012 to join in a spring celebration of dance. Posted by Joe Hamilton.

Battle of York Commemoration at Fort York

Published on 2012-04-29 20:59:00

Sunday April 29, 2012 felt the crack of muskets as Historic Fort York commemorated the Battle of York with all day displays of naval gunnery, seamanship and military drills. Royal Canadian Sea Cadet Corps (RCSCC) were on hand to parade the HMCS York flag and load cannon. The battle was fought in York, Upper Canada (now Toronto) April 27, 1813 as part of the War of 1812. The Americans captured York burned and looted until they withdrew from the site. The British surrender "Tours wil [..]

Avengers and Batman keep the city safe

Published on 2012-04-29 17:29:00

The superhero team of the Avengers roam the streets of #Toronto, while Batman tends to stick to Yonge and Dundas outside the Eaton Centre. I feel safer already as the team seem ready to spring into action - busting the bad guys and keeping us protected from evil. The Avengers are promoting the Friday May 4, 2012 release of the movie which has Nick Fury assembling the SHIELD team of super humans featuring the Iron Man, The Incredible Hult, Thor, Captain American, Hawkeye and Black Widow, as the [..]

Marine Security Enforcement Teams in Toronto

Published on 2012-04-29 16:55:00

A fast patrol catamaran was cruising in #Toronto Harbour, painted with both coast guard and police markings, and pulled into the Fire Departments dock beside the William Lyon MacKenzie fire and rescue boat. The Canadian Coast Guard members were running the Simmonds and the Royal Canadian Mounted Police had a contingent assigned to the boat as well. The combination is known as a Marine Security Enforcement Team (MSET) and there are four of them operating on the Great Lakes and St Lawrence Seaway. [..]

Vietnam: The Journey for Freedom event

Published on 2012-04-28 23:41:00

Bright yellow Vietnam and the red and white flags of Canada flew at #Toronto City Hall as the Vietnamese Canadian community commemorates the Journey for Freedom event in Nathan Phillips Square. Banners called for Freedom, Human Rights and Democracy for Vietnam as speakers, dancers and singers entertained on stage. See more of the rally after the jump

Galen Weston President's Choice BBQ at Distillery District

Published on 2012-04-28 22:23:00

Galen Weston, pictured above, was filming the next President's Choice commercial in the historic #Toronto Distillery District on Saturday, April 28, 2012. Summer was served with a free barbeque lunch on Trinity Lane as Galen and his film crew mingled with the hundreds who dropped by for the free food and to enjoy the red-bricked neighbourhood. You could pick up President's Choice burgers (including meat free), chicken sliders, corn and vegetable skewers and slap them on a long double row [..]

Flashmob Proposal in #Toronto

Published on 2012-04-28 21:54:00

#Yorkville was the place to be for the Saturday, April 28, 2012 #mprovToronto (I.t) performance of Flashmob Proposal. The last we had seen I.t they had gathered at Old City Hall with another musical flashmob: Best Busker Song. They brought back the music to serenade a young couple in love, where a marriage proposal would follow the song - and she said yes! Oliver brings his guitar to the table and asks if he can sing a song - she seems a little surprised "They will both be going out for lun [..]

Motorcycles at Retrofest May 26

Published on 2012-04-27 21:05:00

News Release: "Chatham, Ontario will be the place to be May 26th celebrating it's 10th annual Retrofest. This event is a celebration of wheels originally created to highlight Chatham-Kent region as the "Classic Car Capitol of Canada" and it has been extremely successful with crowds estimated at 10,000 - 15,000. Retrofest takes place in the downtown core of Chatham where the streets are lined with antique and classic cars and the town goes all out to embrace the event. 2012 Retrofest has taken it [..]

Blossoms at Ryerson University

Published on 2012-04-27 20:24:00

There are quite a few cherry trees around Ryerson University that are showing bright pink blossoms. The statue of Egerton Ryerson, founder of the school system of Ontario Bright pink and cherry red blossoms along Gould St Cherry trees and umbrellas along the pedestrian area only section of Gould Street

MAYDAY! Rally in #Toronto

Published on 2012-04-26 21:44:00

MAYDAY on Tuesday May 1 will bring a full day of protests organized by Occupy #Toronto, the May 1st Movement (M1M) and No One Is Illegal. Posters have been going up on light poles throughout the downtown core with the main rally at 4pm in Nathan Phillips Square. There is supposed to be an Occupy Toronto chess game at noon, Occupy Gardens: Garden Party Potluck at 2pm at Queens Park, the Rally starting at 4pm and the March at 5pm at City Hall, a cultural celebration starting at 7pm at Alexandra [..]

University Avenue Blossoms

Published on 2012-04-26 12:20:00

The trees have started to blossom in #Toronto along the inner boulevard of University Avenue, south of Queen’s Park. The section south of Armoury Street, across from the American Consulate, is almost full of pink blossoms while north of Armoury the buds remain mostly waiting for the flowers to peak out. Similar trees along Old City Hall have just started to blossom. Probably this weekend will be a nice time to see the pretty boulevards so check the locations out if you are in the area.

Berczy Park fountain - hooray for spring

Published on 2012-04-26 12:11:00

The Berczy Park fountain in #Toronto is up and running for 2012 – let summer come because we are ready now! Have a seat beside the splashing water and take a gander at the artwork along the side of the Flatiron building.

#Toronto rally for Quebec Students

Published on 2012-04-26 12:05:00

#Toronto Mounted Police in riot gear assemble beside the walls of Old City Hall while a rally in support of the Quebec Student Strikers takes place across the street. A group of about 50 peaceful protesters has been at Queen Street W and James Street adjacent to the Eaton Centre for about an hour on Thursday, April 26, 2012 during the noon hour as a speaker addresses the crowd with the help of a microphone. Pedestrians have to go onto the road on many occasions to bypass the protesters. The crow [..]

CHIN International Picnic 2012 starts in June

Published on 2012-04-24 19:32:00

Waiting for summer to come to #Toronto is one of my favourite things to do in spring, especially after a snowfall. In summer we can look forward to the Honda Indy Toronto and the CHIN International Picnic events at Exhibition Place. On Canada Day (Sunday, July 1 in 2012) weekend the 46th annual edition of the world's largest free multicultural festival takes place from June 30 to July 2, from noon to 11pm each night. Besides the CHIN bikini contest there will also be a Rising Star singing comp [..]

F*&#! Ford, go to PRIDE

Published on 2012-04-24 17:57:00

#Toronto Mayor Rob Ford might not be able to attend the PRIDE festivities but, as the shirt says "F*&#! Rob Ford", you can always go to PRIDE. Join the festival that embraces our city with outrageous and racy events. Pride respects differences and celebrates Toronto's LGBTTIQQ2SA communities

Tulips and snow in April

Published on 2012-04-23 21:37:00

#Toronto weather has been a little topsy

City Hall reflecting pond prep

Published on 2012-04-23 21:11:00

Under Freedom Arches in Nathan Phillips Square is the reflecting pool, which right now is an empty concrete tub. Along with the current reconstruction of the square the City is working getting the pool ready for late spring and summer. The pool itself doubles as a skating rink in winter and when they had an issue with the regular piping, just before the previous skating season, a temporary hose system covered in sand was used to distribute the freezing stuff. Well the ice has melted, the sa [..]

Rainbow Web at St James Park

Published on 2012-04-22 20:48:00

The #Toronto park recently home to Occupy Toronto has been taken over by a massive web of coloured ribbons in an art installation known as The Rainbow Web. Over 30,000 feet of hand-dyed and recycled cotton material were used to create the ceremonial art installation which is reused at festivals and other events. The sign says: "We did not weave the web of life, we are merely a strand in it. Whatever we do to the web, we do to ourselves" Chief Seattle. Posted by Joe Hamilton.

Toronto Lacrosse Varsity Blues at Yonge Dundas

Published on 2012-04-22 11:50:00

Several members of the University of #Toronto athletics Varsity Blues lacrosse team play a quick pickup game in the middle of one of Toronto's busiest intersections - Yonge and Dundas Streets, during a scramble, all-way pedestrian crossing. It wasn't shirts vs skins, and they were both the home team so I couldn't tell who won. Posted by Joe Hamilton

Back in Kensington Market

Published on 2012-04-21 21:51:00

Spring brings people back into the hood, checking out the community and enjoying the cafes, fruit markets and patios of the

We are Ontario rally and protest at Queen's Park

Published on 2012-04-21 20:59:00

Budget fairness was the call as "We Are Ontario" stage a mass rally with the Day of Action Against Cuts on Saturday April 21, 2012 at 3pm with over 90 community and labour groups represented including Sid Ryan's Ontario Federation of Labour. “When voters reduced McGuinty’s government to a minority, they called for compromise and fairness in the legislature. Instead, the Premier has tabled a budget that cuts funding for hospitals, schools and social assistance while refusing to heed to p [..]

4/20 '12: #Toronto Smoke Out at Yonge-Dundas

Published on 2012-04-20 12:03:00

The event known as four-twenty got a gentle start at noon today as mellow participants slowly started to congregate at Yonge-Dundas Square for Smoke Out 2012. As the occasional herb smell got picked up in the brisk wind it only foreshadows what the square will be like as 4:20pm approaches. Past years efforts saw hundreds of people crowded into the space, some looking for munchies, feeling festive and looking happy. A few musicians have already arrived, ready to provide an additional soundtrack t [..]

4/20 '12: No smoke on the water yet!

Published on 2012-04-20 09:45:00

The planned 4/20 smoke out at Yonge-Dundas Square in the heart of downtown #Toronto is all quiet for now, the fountains still gurgle and the Toyota promotion has been joined by a DJ spinning tunes in the concrete park. The smoke out is not a registered special event, I guess it just happens, and it is supposed to happen from noon to 5pm on Friday, April 20, 2012. Photo taken at 10am on 4/20/2012.

More Cherry Blossoms in High Park

Published on 2012-04-19 20:38:00

The flood of people heading into High Park in #Toronto to look at the cherry blossoms is astounding. I love taking pictures of the people having fun and whipping out their cameras at the beauty in the trees above their heads.People will actually take a break from cherry blossoms to watch the swansSee more blossoms after the jump.

More Cherry Blossoms in High Park

Published on 2012-04-19 20:38:00

The flood of people heading into High Park in #Toronto to look at the cherry blossoms is astounding. I love taking pictures of the people having fun and whipping out their cameras at the beauty in the trees above their heads. People will actually take a break from cherry blossoms to watch the swans See more blossoms after the jump.

PINK opens in Eaton Centre

Published on 2012-04-19 10:12:00

The #Toronto Eaton Centre had the Grand Opening of PINK, Victoria’s Secret little sister, on Thursday, April 19, 2012 at 10am. A small crowd had gathered outside while inside the store sales associates raised occasional cheers as 10am approached. When finally they rolled back the barrier the sales staff made a long line with a pink ribbon and ceremoniously cut it with extremely large scissors, then joined with the people waiting outside the store with a round of applause.See more of the openin [..]

PINK opens in Eaton Centre

Published on 2012-04-19 10:12:00

Harbour Ferry fun

Published on 2012-04-18 20:19:00

The City of #Toronto ferry service has started it's spring schedule

Harbour Ferry fun

Published on 2012-04-18 20:19:00

The City of #Toronto ferry service has started it's spring schedule

Smash on Queen

Published on 2012-04-18 19:08:00

A worker on an ladder gets the giant Smash advertising poster ready at Queen Street West and John Street in #Toronto. It looks like the cast is staring at the guy.Advertising Smash on CTV

Smash on Queen

Published on 2012-04-18 19:08:00

A worker on an ladder gets the giant Smash advertising poster ready at Queen Street West and John Street in #Toronto. It looks like the cast is staring at the guy. Advertising Smash on CTV

No Parking Deadboy

Published on 2012-04-17 21:46:00

A Deadboy sticker sits smack dab withing the arrows of a No Parking sign in #Toronto at High Park. Man, that means no parking your Deadboy between the signs. I think Deadboy's

No Parking Deadboy

Published on 2012-04-17 21:46:00

A Deadboy sticker sits smack dab within the arrows of a No Parking sign in #Toronto at High Park. Man, that means no parking your Deadboy between the signs. I think Deadboy's

TD Waterhouse mobile backpack LCD advertising

Published on 2012-04-17 21:13:00

Twenty years ago people would have been crushed carrying a 20 inch portable TV and it's power supply, today we can advertise using portable backpack LCD screens. On Bay Street I caught up to some people promoting the new TD Waterhouse mobile app which is free to download - "now trade anywhere, anytime", text "TD" to 77982.

TD Waterhouse mobile backpack LCD advertising

Published on 2012-04-17 21:13:00

Exhibition Place in full blossom

Published on 2012-04-16 21:40:00

The cherry trees in Exhibition Place down by the waterfront home of the CNE are in full blossom. You can see them around the Princess Margaret fountain and around the Liberty Grand Entertainment building. The Exhibition Place blossoms show both white and pink flowers in the trees - tres cool.See more blossoms after the jump.And just today I saw my first bud on the apple trees beside Old City Hall. This means that these trees and the ones along University Avenue still have a bit of time before th [..]

Exhibition Place in full blossom

Published on 2012-04-16 21:40:00

The cherry trees in Exhibition Place down by the waterfront home of the CNE are in full blossom. You can see them around the Princess Margaret fountain and around the Liberty Grand Entertainment building. The Exhibition Place blossoms show both white and pink flowers in the trees - tres cool. See more blossoms after the jump. And just today I saw my first bud on the apple trees beside Old City Hall. This means that these trees and the ones along University Avenue still have a bit of time bef [..]

Blue Birds of Happiness in #Toronto

Published on 2012-04-16 21:01:00

On the ceiling of the RBC Plaza South Tower lobby at 200 Bay at Front Street is an art installation called Air Pressure from Studio F Minus. A flock of oversize blue birds made from cotton hang from wires, flapping their wings, while not going anywhere in particular. Air Pressure is just one in a number of installations located around various Oxford Properties in Toronto and which are meant to celebrate Earth Week 2012.GIF animations generator gifup.comThe building also takes part in lights out [..]

Blue Birds of Happiness in #Toronto

Published on 2012-04-16 21:01:00

On the ceiling of the RBC Plaza South Tower lobby at 200 Bay at Front Street is an art installation called Air Pressure from Studio F Minus. A flock of oversize blue birds made from cotton hang from wires, flapping their wings, while not going anywhere in particular. Air Pressure is just one in a number of installations located around various Oxford Properties in Toronto and which are meant to celebrate Earth Week 2012. GIF animations generator gifup.com The building also takes part in lights ou [..]

Can Can girls on Bay Street

Published on 2012-04-16 18:23:00

The morning commute had a little excitement as four lovely Can Can ladies were on Bay Street promoting travel to Yukon with a What a Rush vacation contest."Visit the Yukon―it's Larger Than Life.

Clean Toronto Together

Published on 2012-04-16 12:04:00

The community clean-up day is scheduled for this weekend as the City asks that you join Mayor Rob ford and Clean #Toronto Together. Friday is the corporate and school clean-up day with the community clean-up day on Saturday. “On April 21, 2012 go outside and clean-up a public space that is important to you. If your group can't participate on the 21st or if the weather doesn't cooperate, alternate date is Sunday April 22. Please be finished by no later than 2 p.m. on Sunday, April 22 so City cr [..]

PeTA Lettuce Ladies join Mayor Rob Ford

Published on 2012-04-16 08:59:00

#Toronto Mayor Rob Ford came out of his second floor office today at approximately 9:30am on Monday, April 16, 2012 and was quickly joined by two PeTA protesters dressed in lettuce bikinis for his weekly weigh-in during “Mayor Ford’s Cut The Waist Challenge”. The ladies were dressed in coats and made their way up the elevator and joined the large crowd of media on hand to witness the meeting.It was a pretty civil meeting of the political leader and the beautiful women and security did not [..]

Green Living Show

Published on 2012-04-15 17:17:00

Food, fashion, cars, home decor, bikes, clean energy and gardens filled the #Toronto Direct Energy Centre for the weekend's 6th annual Green Living Show. We gave some electronic waste and got free tickets into the very busy show. The owl in the photo above would probably tell us to give a hoot and don't pollute, or go green, something like that.Taking a shower with PeTA - go veganA stilt walker walks the crowded aislesA model at the Eco Fashion Show. Kelly Drennan, founder of Fashion Takes Actio [..]

#WizardWorld #Toronto Comic Con '12: Day 2

Published on 2012-04-15 17:12:00

The fun continues at the Comic Con held April 14-15, 2012 in the north hall of

High Park Cherry Blossoms

Published on 2012-04-14 06:12:00

Okay #Toronto, the cherry blossoms in High Park are ready to be enjoyed. Join thousands of others down at the beautiful forest park and see a sea of white blossoms floating in the air. Sunday is supposed to be thunder storms so today might be the best chance to come see the flowers. Besides the view, bees seem to be liking the flowery signs of spring.If you can walk or take public transit it would probably be better than trying to find a parking spot during blossom time. The path along Grenadier [..]

#WizardWorld Toronto Comic Con 2012

Published on 2012-04-14 06:01:00

Today is the start of the April 14-15 Comic Con from Wizard World - Pioneers of Pop Culture, located at the Metro Toronto Convention Centre. I will be wearing my viking helmet today I hope to see you at the show.Jeri RyanScott BakulaDean Stockwell with his wifeCute R2D2 UnitsThe convention centre is a great place for Comic Con as there is plenty of light coming in from the north side windows. Hall space is plentiful to meet up with friends and show off costumes in between running through the

Fido Cares Tour

Published on 2012-04-12 12:37:00

Thursday, April 12, 2012 was the #Toronto launch of the Fido Cares Tour which will head across Canada with partners Lions Foundation of Canada Dog Guides, Evergreen, St John Ambulance Therapy Dog Program and the Canadian Federation of Humane Societies. Some people brought their own pooches down to Yonge-Dundas Square and they joined with therapy dogs and guide dogs – including a cute as can be future dog guide. When I petted the little puppy all he wanted to do was play and bite my fingers.The [..]

#wizardworld #Toronto Comic Con this weekend

Published on 2012-04-11 19:38:00

Get those costumes ready for the return of the Wizard World Toronto Comic Con at the Metro Toronto Convention Centre on Saturday and Sunday (April 14 and 15, 2012). Besides fantastic cosplay the great things about Comic Con are meeting the stars of movies and television shows (photo ops, autographs and Q&As), seeing the writers and artists of anime and comics, and joining fellow fans and fan clubs at the show.Cosplay fans go up the escalator at the MTCCSome of the top sessions of the weekend as [..]

Reflections on University

Published on 2012-04-11 18:48:00

The curved reflective windows of the OPG building in #Toronto on University Avenue at College Street shows the progress of the MaRS building across the road.Looking south from Queens Park towards College Street

2nd Friday the 13th Port Dover: April 2012

Published on 2012-04-11 18:38:00

There is no bad luck when you get a bunch of friendly bikers together in the Lake Erie town of Port Dover during the Friday the 13 motorcycle rally - just days away. 2012 has three of them, one was in January, second is in April and the third and the hottest is in July.

It's a graffiti kind of day

Published on 2012-04-10 16:27:00

Joe shot a photo of me in an alley off of Spadina in #Toronto. I remember the classic quote - I love graffiti as long as it is on someone else's wall! Here are some interesting stickers and stencils that I saw over the weekend.A Buddhist Monk in orange robesGollum looks for his preciousHonesty is the best poetry by Gregory Alan ElliottLooks like a Mad Man in a chair on a poleWWF Pandas near Rogers Centre

Wait! It's dangerous out there

Published on 2012-04-10 16:13:00

A poster on a pole found outside the Buddies in Bad Times Theatre in #Toronto. The poster is missing "take one of these" with pictures of Pokemon you can tear off.

Caution: Magician at Work

Published on 2012-04-09 19:29:00

A street magician captures the attention of a large crowd of people along Yonge Street in #Toronto. The rapt audience gathers in a circle around the busker as he performs by his funny sign that reads "Caution: Magician at Work".

More Sundial Folly

Published on 2012-04-09 19:14:00

Biking in #Toronto is a treat along the waterfront trail running between the many condos and parks by Lake Ontario. You can go pretty far but my favourite area is Queen's Quay. The sun was just perfect on Easter Weekend and I go by the round ball structure known as Sundial Folly.Ducks seem to like the pond at the base which flows into the tiny waterfall and they quickly swim over - I take it that they get fed a lot here.

2012 #Toronto Beaches Lions Easter Parade

Published on 2012-04-08 12:26:00

The annual spring parade starts at 2pm in the Beaches on Sunday, April 8, 2012. For two hours the floats, bands and marchers wind through Toronto's lakefront neighbourhood as thousands watch, many dressed up with bunny ears and hoping to score some candy.Participants gather on Queen Street at Munro Park before heading west along Queen Street to end at Woodbine Ave. Bands, floats, dancing groups and the Lindt Chocolate bunny car make a good parade.The excitement of this parade rivals the Santa C [..]

Harry's Spring Run Off and Cherry Blossoms

Published on 2012-04-07 23:58:00

High Park was closed to traffic to allow for the Harry's Spring Run Off #Toronto 8K which wound through the paved paths in the large park on Saturday, April 7, 2012. Luckily the cherry blossoms are still a few days away from full bloom and the thousands of blossom visitors didn't have to fight to get into the park this weekend. I think next weekend will see the park full with blossoms and tourists taking in the beauty of the white cherry flowers.Spider Tech"It was an absolutely magnificent morni [..]

U of T and Queens Park in Full Blossom

Published on 2012-04-07 22:14:00

Beautiful white blossoms are filling the cherry trees at the University of #Toronto and also at

Pillow Fight 2012: Bunny Edition

Published on 2012-04-07 07:42:00

Thanks Hooters girls: They reminded me that the action begins Saturday, April 7 at 8pm at Yonge-Dundas Square for the #Toronto Pillow Fight 2012. Soft pillows and costumes are the order of the day for Improv Toronto's annual pillow swinging melee and here are pictures of the nights pillow pounding fun.Batman battles a little girl evildoerSee more after the jump.

All About Pets Show

Published on 2012-04-06 21:29:00

I know that #Toronto likes bikes and pets and last week it was bikes, so this week it is time for cute animals at the All About Pets Show running April 6-8, 2012 at the International Centre. It was a World of dogs, cats, birds, reptiles, fish and had dog demonstrations, pet adoptions and a grooming showcase. If you could cuddle it or feed it I think it was there. Unlike Woofstock you couldn't bring your own pet to the show, which was

Best of my Toronto pictures

Published on 2012-04-05 20:54:00

The skyline and buildings of Toronto are striking and visible from long distances. It is comforting to see the tall spike of the CN Tower, the round white hump of Rogers Centre and the concrete jungle of City Hall and Nathan Phillips Square. I will continue to add pictures of the city and it's buildings to this post so keep coming back to pictures that I think are my best.

Beautiful Unusual in Toronto

Published on 2012-04-05 20:12:00

Toronto is full of so many people that embrace uniqueness and make something interesting and lovely. Check out Luminato, Nuit Blanche, Pride festivities, Buskerfest and the list goes on and on. I will update this page with photos I think really think are beautiful, with a twist of unusual.

Graffiti boy flips the bird

Published on 2012-04-04 21:08:00

A small, angry graffiti boy gives the middle finger in tiny Glasgow Street just off Cecil Street in the #Toronto Chinatown area. I think the sign says FCUK FORD. It is Toronto and a lot of graffiti is anti-Ford so I think it is a reasonable guess.The tiny sterile street has a tiny graffiti

Downtown Yonge: James Street

Published on 2012-04-04 18:33:00

James Street, surely named for me - James Hamilton (just like the City of Hamilton was surely named for me).

Bell Payphones - show us more money

Published on 2012-04-03 20:18:00

Documents filed with the Canadian Radio-television and Telecommunications Commission (CRTC) on

Niagara Motorcycle Show 2012

Published on 2012-04-03 19:02:00

The Niagara Motorcycle Show roars into that city of mist from July 20-22 at the Scotiabank Convention Centre in Niagara Falls. These ladies joined us at the National Motorcycle and Tattoo Show and the Toronto International Spring Motorcycle Show and you can check their website for more details.The planned events include the World Burnout Tour with Nick Lee, the World Famous Wall of Death, Bean're, Charity Poker Run, concerts, celebrity appearances (like the Sons of Anarchy cast members), demo ri [..]

Brookfield Blast

Published on 2012-04-02 22:01:00

BLAST by An Te Liu spills down from the steel arches of the Allen Lambert Galleria in Brookfield Place. The tornado of white, household appliances looks like it should be carrying Dorothy and her house on a journey to Oz, instead it hovers above the passing pedestrians going here and there, ready to be noticed or ignored. From afar it looks like a little rain cloud about to pour down moisture in the protected environment of the long glass hall.The menagerie of ordinary items includes fans, heate [..]

Black Plug DMK: Dolls for $1.50

Published on 2012-04-02 22:01:00

A couple check out $1.50 dolls in a basket at Black Pug DMK antiques on Queen Street West in #Toronto. It is a funny sight on a busy street.

Toronto FC: Sea of Red and White

Published on 2012-04-01 17:03:00

#Toronto FC lost March 31, 2012 to Columbus at the home game at BMO Field, who do they think they are - the Leafs? The excitement on the field starts hours before a game as soccer fans show up to sit in the stands or take part in the Continental Tire MLS Fan Zone entertainment attractions. You could even sign up to get a free Toronto FC scarf by Continental Tire while supplies last.James and Joe Hamilton hold the Toronto FC crest, picture courtesy of Continental TireThe next couple of games are [..]

One of a Kind Spring Show and Sale

Published on 2012-04-01 01:20:00

My brother and I were two of a kind wearing viking helmets in the #Toronto One of a Kind show in the Direct Energy Centre in Exhibition Place. It finishes on Sunday, April 1, 2012 so go to the show before they sell the last, perfect gift. A highlight of the show was meeting Karyn Climans (above at right) of Tail-Wags which makes custom bicycle helmet covers - including viking helmets. The funny and very friendly

High Park: No blossoms, Save the Zoo and Fire Damage

Published on 2012-04-01 00:50:00

High Park was relatively quiet on Saturday, March 31, 2012 as the Cherry Blossoms have yet to come out in one of

Earth Hour 2012

Published on 2012-04-01 00:13:00

That's the night the lights went out in #Toronto - some of the lights anyway, as the countdown started to throw the switch at 8:30pm on Saturday, March 31 in the Historic Distillery District. I didn't see the Mayor but at least the WWF Panda was there to help

National Motorcycle and Tattoo Show

Published on 2012-03-31 07:38:00

Saturday, March 31, 2012 is the beginning of the National Motorcycle and Tattoo Show at the #Toronto Better Living Centre in Exhibition Place. The show runs until tomorrow (April 1) so come down for a tattoo and a motorcycle. Joe and I will be shining our viking helmets (cleaning the pillage off) and heading to the 31st Annual Show, now with tattoos!94.9 The ROCK radio station

WWF Earth Hour 2012 - this Saturday

Published on 2012-03-30 13:48:00

Are you ready for Earth Hour Toronto? Saturday, March 31, 2012 starting at 8:30pm marks Earth Hour around the world. The World Wildlife Fund (WWF) event showcases ways that you can make a difference to the world, during Earth Hour and beyond. The WWF Panda will cry if you don’t do something to help; the Panda will also be at the celebrations noted below (http://www.earthhour.org/).Saturday night the action will be at the Historic Distillery District for a Team Earth Hour Pep Rally from 7:30pm [..]

Toronto Pro SuperShow 2012 Registrations

Published on 2012-03-29 16:59:00

Registrations have started for the June 1-3, 2012 edition of the #Toronto Pro SuperShow at the Metro Toronto Convention Centre. The model competitions include Oxygen Fitness Model Search, MuscleMag Bikini Model Search and also Reps! Men's Fitness Model Search. The OPA Provincial Championships

Hard Rock Guitar

Published on 2012-03-29 13:25:00

Only the gods of rock can play the giant guitar at the Hard Rock Café on Yonge Street in #Toronto. I have never seen one of the gods play the large red guitar that hangs over the sidewalk on the corner of their building – maybe they are too busy releasing some Kraken. I guess the restaurant has to keep the guitar in tune just in case one of them wants to show up and start playing a couple riffs so they had a company fixing the sign using a cherry picker and a worker high in the bucket. I thin [..]

B-Boy Break Dance Buskers

Published on 2012-03-28 13:00:00

They group of young hip hop or break dancers put out their mat at the popular #Toronto busker location at Yonge-Dundas. The mesh buckets go out to handle donations and the signs they carry say donations make them dance. It is quite amazing the athletics that they are capable of as they hold themselves up sideways with only one hand.

Library Strike Knit-In

Published on 2012-03-28 12:52:00

A Knit-In was held to support striking #Toronto Library workers at City Hall. People were asked to bring knitting, spinning or crochet materials for solidarity knit-it and while many sat on the cold concrete and did a few knits and pearls, there was even some that walked the strike circle, knitting as they went round and round. The strike continues into the middle of it’s second week and the knit-in started at 11am on Wednesday, March 28, 2012. It is getting too warm for wool hats so they must [..]

Ryerson U: Gould St closed, street party ensues

Published on 2012-03-28 12:38:00

#Toronto City Council permanently closes Gould Street at Ryerson University in the area of Victoria Street and celebrations were held on Wednesday, March 28, 2012. The street party marked the closing ceremony at the downtown university and featured free food, activities, dancers and concerts. The street had been temporarily closed and the Ryerson Student Union (RSU) fought to make the temporary closure permanent.On February 6, 2012 Toronto City Council voted on the matter and approved the reques [..]

Make out and break up

Published on 2012-03-27 20:35:00

A red background provides a perfect setting for the make out bench in Yonge-Dundas Square. Get it on in public. But wait, something goes wrong and the relationship hits some rocks. The cruise ship of love hits a shoal and tears fall. Time to move to the break up bench. I couldn't find a make up sex bench so I think it might just have to end.

Harper and his pension

Published on 2012-03-27 19:22:00

Yes, apparently Canada's Prime Minister Stephen Harper will get his pension, or so the sticker says. Bazinga! take that Harper. I found this sticker on a Toronto Sun newspaper box.I think this refers to the PM's upcoming "major transformations" to allow for things like demographic pressures (aging population) and moving the eligibility of Old Age Security (OAS) from 65 to 67 years old. While Canadians may have to wait longer for their pension the Members of Parliament can collect their pensions [..]

Upcoming #Toronto Pillow Fight 2012

Published on 2012-03-26 19:51:00

Bunnarchy in the T dot! The next edition of Pillow Fight Toronto 2012: Bunny Edition on Saturday, April 7 from 8pm to midnight - location still to be announced. The event is presented by Improv in Toronto (IT)

And They're Off - Rally to Save Horse Racing in Ontario

Published on 2012-03-26 13:59:00

The horse trailers circled University Avenue (in the area where the road is in the form of a race track) as protesters gathered near the steps of Queen’s Park for a rally against the Ontario Lottery and Gaming Corporation (OLG) cuts at race tracks around Ontario. The protest at the Ontario Legislative grounds drew hundreds of people who will lose over $300 million in funding that supports the horse industry when slots are removed from the tracks. The three racetracks which have already been or [..]

Fruit Trees Blossom at #Toronto Queens Park

Published on 2012-03-26 13:20:00

I was very surprised to see blossoms on the fruit trees at Queens Park far ahead of when I thought they may be out, hot air joke anyone? The small group of three trees in the southeast corner of the stately Provincial Legislature building has about 30% of the white flowers peeking out of the buds. These photos were taken on Monday, March 26, 2012.

Cherry Blossom Watch 2012

Published on 2012-03-25 16:07:00

For the first time this year I see a lovely shade of green on some of trees as the early spring brings out the blooms. #Toronto waits for the cherry and apple blossoms to come out in places like High Park, University Avenue and beside Old City Hall.

National Home Show & Canada Blooms

Published on 2012-03-25 00:31:00

250,000 visitors will pass through the #Toronto

Graffiti Doorways

Published on 2012-03-24 11:58:00

#Toronto doorways are fertile canvases for graffiti artists around town and especially in the colourful Queen St West Graffiti Alley. A roll up receiving door is decorated with the backs of three figures spraying graffiti on the door.Mammon made corporal acegraffiti portraitSee more doorway graffiti after the jump.Abstract graffitiBiggie Notorious PUGAn elephant and green ball with hat

Double row of BIXI bikes

Published on 2012-03-23 23:32:00

A double row of Bixi bikes in Chinatown just off SpadinaAnd a long row of Bixi bikes along Front Street

125th NY Police Precinct in #Toronto

Published on 2012-03-23 18:31:00

Three large gentlemen packing guns come out of an alleyway, turn a corner and pass the entrance to the New York City Police Department's 125th Precinct headquarters - in Toronto at 11 Adelaide Street East, just off Yonge Street. A large boom crane across the road holds spot lights high in the air as Hollywood North continues to produce movies in our lovely city.

Chief says No Parking

Published on 2012-03-13 15:00:00

And someone doesn't like the Chief.Toronto Police Emergency, No Parking on this side of street. It looks like he doesn't have a fan, and that un-fan has a marker.In other No Parking sign news..... No P in Your Pants!Stop the insanity

Bloor Viaduct from Don Valley

Published on 2012-03-12 21:28:00

This massive structure crosses the Don Valley, several spans of steel rest on giant concrete supports. As a bonus this baby has a pair of Bloor-Danforth subway tracks right under the road surface. Officially it is known as the Prince Edward Viaduct, but everyone calls it the Bloor Viaduct, which is weird because most people should know it as a bridge - like the Bloor Bridge. Viaduct (I looked it up) is a Latin word for bridge made with several small spans. A recent addition to the bridge in 200 [..]

St Patrick's Day Parade

Published on 2012-03-11 21:58:00

The #Toronto Parade was a celebration of all things Irish, such as the colour green, curly hair on Irish dancers, tiny little dogs in beer costumes, and for all the people who are just a little Irish.A little Guinness Beer DogIrish Dancers with curly hairThis cute little puppy wants to dress up like a keg of Guinness BeerPosted by Joe Hamilton. Stay tuned for more photos of the parade.

Change for Iran protest

Published on 2012-03-11 18:25:00

#Toronto woke up with the spring like conditions in March and the protests have come out like lions. We saw the Robocall protest, we could appreciate the St Paddy's Day protest (not enough green beer) and a group gathered at Yonge-Dundas Square to protest for Change in Iran. "No War on Iran, Human Rights for Iran".See more photos after the jump.Posted by Joe Hamilton

Protest against PM Harper and Robocalls

Published on 2012-03-11 16:31:00

Protesters gathered in #Toronto to rally against Harper and the election Robocalls. Starting with a rally in Yonge-Dundas Square the members then set off southwards on Yonge Street to Queen Street West and Old City Hall with MP Olivia Chow. Chanting "Harper stole election. Hey honey robocalls got to go. This is what democracy looks like"In the SquareThe hudnreds of people considered the calls to be election fraud and were demanding an inquiry into the matter. Besides the Canadian Flags there wer [..]

Truck Rollover on Highway 427

Published on 2012-03-11 11:42:00

Highways in and around #Toronto are great - when they work, but with rush hour traffic or accidents the system of transportation arteries quickly become a clogged mass of vehicles forced to try new routes to their destinations. A truck flipped on its side on Highway 427 South around Highway 401 and the cranes and emergency vehicles quickly got to work.Heading south we were forced away from the accident and onto Highway 401 westbound, exactly the opposite of where we were going. Police cars and t [..]

Girls of MegaSpeed Car Show

Published on 2012-03-11 01:34:00

The #Toronto MegaSpeed Custom Car and Truck Show had cars, cars and girls! They were on hand to promote the cars and various automotive companies they had fans lining up for pictures with their favourites ladies.Alisha Lynn Miss MegaSpeedSee more pretty ladies after the jump.The models wear our viking helmetsFrom the Hammersteel Rustorations Inc boothA lovely visitor to the showLater, several pretty ladies took to the stage for the MegaSpeed Bikini Contest - see photos of the bikinis here and be [..]

MegaSpeed Bikini Contest

Published on 2012-03-10 23:16:00

#Toronto loves a bikini contest, especially in winter, and the gorgeous ladies of the MegaSpeed Custom Car and Truck Show put on the MegaSpeed Bikini Contest. Alisha Lynn hugs the winner in the photo at top. See photos of more pretty girls on my post here and photos of the car show here.GIF animations generator gifup.comSee more bikinis after the jump.

ComiCON and AnimeCON March 2012

Published on 2012-03-10 00:06:00

#Toronto ComiCON and the AnimeCON shows, presented by FanExpo, fill the Metro Toronto Convention Centre on Saturday from 11-6 and Sunday from 11-5. I always look forward to the hundreds of cosplay outfits that people wear and enjoy showing off.See the SATURDAY SCHEDULE after the jump and stay tuned for my photos of the event.CONSTELLATION AWARDS NOMINATION ANNOUNCEMENTS 12:00 PM 801AHOBOS, SHOTGUNS AND GRINDHOUSE INSANITY: A CONVERSATION WITH JASON EISENER 12:00 PM 801BANIME WORKSHOP: P [..]

MegaSpeed Custom Car and Truck Show

Published on 2012-03-09 23:45:00

I feel the need for speed - Megaspeed! #Toronto gets tuned up and hopefully you will get a chance to meet Henry Winkler who played the Fonz in Happy Days and Candy Clark from American Graffiti.Bikini lovers can catch Miss MegaSpeed Custom Car and Truck Show Alisha Lynn as well as a bikini contest at 6:45pm on Saturday. The show will go from 10-10 on Saturday, March 10 and 10-6 on Saturday. The show is at the International Centre.SATURDAY on the Tuner Stage2:00 Fashion show brought to you by Toro [..]

Sugarbush Maple Syrup Festival

Published on 2012-03-09 23:30:00

Sap is flowing and spring is saying come on down - it's the #Toronto Sugarbush Maple Syrup Festival at Toronto and Region Conservation parks Kortright Conservation Area and Bruce's Mill Conservation Area until April 9, 2012 from 9:30am to 5pm.Buckets and blue lines will collect the syrup that flows from the tapped maple trees where fires will boil the tree juice until it becomes a sweet nectar called Maple Syrup. It's a perfect way to start the March Break adventures."The sweetness of spring is [..]

Loblaws to replace Leafs at ACC?

Published on 2012-03-09 23:16:00

Did I hear right? The supermarket chain Loblaws, fresh from the gorgeous makeover of the historic Maple Leaf Gardens, may look at replacing the #Toronto Maple Leafs hockey team at the Air Canada Centre. Ha, they will be more successful then the hockey team. Oh, Oh. Brian Burke will take time away from his battle with Don Cherry and Ron MacLean from Coach's Corner and will soon be calling my boss (the wife) to get me banned from the internets. If they get an LCBO in the ACC it also be the first t [..]

Lush: Check Out Our Melons

Published on 2012-03-09 17:48:00

Lush Fresh Homemade Cosmetics on Queen Street WestDon't mind if I do

Fun things to do in #Toronto July & August 2012

Published on 2012-03-08 21:29:00

The Pride Week and Pride Parades Fri to Sun, June 22-July 1. Everyone is so excited to meet you!Toronto Jazz Festival Fri to Sun, June 22-July 1.Festival of Fire July. Fireworks at Ontario Place.???Chin Picnic June 30 - July 2. Including the bikini contest. Honda Indy Toronto Fri to Sun, July 6-8. Fast cars and beautiful women, including Ms. Budweiser.Toronto Fringe Festival Wed to Sun, July 4-15.Caribana July 10-Aug 6. King and Queen Show and the famous parade down by the lake on Aug 4.Just for [..]

Home for Pet Rock Wanted

Published on 2012-03-08 18:48:00

A typed piece of paper on the outside of the #Toronto Eaton Centre advertised a Pet Rock available to a caring home - I was too scared to call the phone number and I couldn't afford another addition to my family (the sports fees are killers and if the rock wanted to go to University I would never be able to retire).The paper was held to the Yonge Street mall frontage, just north of Queen Street, with duct tape at each corner and which was most certainly adhesive overkill.The note read "Good day! [..]

Tiger in Union Station

Published on 2012-03-08 18:34:00

As the stream of commuters exited the GO Trains and headed into Union Station they were met by a growling tiger, pouncing on people - it was horrible. Then I noticed he didn't rip anyone's flesh from their bones, instead he was helping to give out free cereal - it was Tony the Tiger.

Warm March Day in #Toronto

Published on 2012-03-07 17:22:00

I always liked March, it was the time when you could enjoy sitting outside enjoying a burst of warm sun while the ground was still covered in snow. It was a promise of spring and the summer that would follow. I don’t think there is much snow that has to be melted so we are already better off from last year (unless you like winter and all the fun activities you can do in the snow). In Toronto we enjoyed temperatures that hit 15 degrees Celsius today on March 7, 2012 – just a touch under the r [..]

Kids Who Can at Brookfield Place

Published on 2012-03-06 20:06:00

Kids Who Can, Easter Seals Camps photo and video project at the Allen Lambert Galleriea in the #Toronto Brookfield Place in partnership with PhotoSensitive and sponsored by Canon. There are some very powerful photos in the long hall, including Sarah Tipple with her Aunt Tara by photographer Greg Locke.The exhibition is about Easter Seals Camps which "provides year-round services to individuals living with a wide range of mental and physical disabilities. Every summer, Easter Seals camps give tho [..]

OREO cookie 100th birthday celebration

Published on 2012-03-06 12:23:00

Host Colin Mochrie and singer Jully Black brought the curtain down on the giant Oreo Cookie in the #Toronto Eaton Centre as hundreds gathered around the stage for the 100th birthday celebration of the cookie. The lunch hour crowds lined up in the centre square on Tuesday, March 6, 2012 as free cookies were given out and a large Oreo mascot posed for pictures.GIF animations generator gifup.comSee more cookies after the jump.This is one of the giant cookies that they used to soak up the milk spill [..]

Sunshine on my buildings makes me happy

Published on 2012-03-05 20:58:00

Today was a beautiful, sunny day in #Toronto. It was also freeze parts of your body type of day, so be careful what you expose in the big city. This is the TD courtyard with the cow statues - I see the lazy bastards still haven't moved from the last time.

Mounted Police taking a stroll

Published on 2012-03-05 20:22:00

The boys in blue were out in force trotting throughout the streets of #Toronto on the weekend. The horses were in riot gear and the riders were wearing the riot helmets.See more mounted police officers after the jump.

Toronto International Women's Day Rally and March

Published on 2012-03-04 09:54:00

Chalk writing filled the concrete of Nathan Phillips Square as the #Toronto International Women's Day Rally and March passed through Nathan Phillip Square. Escorted by bicycle police the women started on Bloor Street and wound through the city streets.The ladies passed through the square, under the elevated walkway and headed north on Bay Street."Take Action to Reclaim our City! International Women's Day Toronto will take place on March 3, 2012, when thousands of women will take to the streets t [..]

Windy in Toronto: Moose Down

Published on 2012-03-04 09:27:00

It looked like a gang of trouble making, trouble makers hit the City of #Toronto Friday night and Saturday morning on March 2-3, 2012. The high winds played havoc with street furniture, especially the newspaper boxes along Queens Quay aided by the open surface of Lake Ontario. Environment Canada had issued an alert for Toronto and the surrounding area and down into Southwest Ontario calling for gusts of 60 to 90 kmh winds. I expected to see branches of high rises on the streets with the occasion [..]

Canada's best snowboarders in Toronto

Published on 2012-03-04 01:36:00

The fast moving athletes gathered at Yonge-Dundas Square as part of the Mountain Do - Do Awesome, Do the Dew, ski and snowboard competition March 2-3, 2012. While they skied down the tiny man-made mountain, full of imported snow, the soft drink maker was giving out hundreds and hundreds of free bottles of the new Mountain Dew Citrus Charge.See more umps and crashes after the jump.Two at a time ride the rails

#Toronto International Bicycle Show 2012

Published on 2012-03-04 00:43:00

It didn't disappoint - the Spring Show had plenty of bikes! Located down at Exhibition Place in the Better Living Centre the 26th annual bicycle show runs from March 2 to 4, 2012. You could load up on bikes and accesories and look at joining charity bike events and going on biking vacations. You could even get information on Toronto Bike Polo.bikepolo.toWooden jumps were built in several areas where you could take in competitions featuring Toronto BMX Jam, Mountain Bike race and stunt competitio [..]

Improv in #Toronto: Best Busker Song

Published on 2012-03-03 23:47:00

A lone guitarist stands at the corner of Queen Street West and Bay Street, the wide sidewalk is filled as people pass in the cold. Someone holds a sign saying they will make up a personalized song and sing it to them, for free. And so it begins as Improv in Toronto starts their latest flash mob performance, waiting for someone that wants a song. Few stop and take the bait, but when they do, the magic starts.First Oliver (photo at top) starts the song, playing the guitar and singing into the mic, [..]

Vintage in Toronto

Published on 2012-03-03 22:56:00

Bling, bling filled the CNIB hall along with clothing and accessories during the 2012 annual Vintage Clothing and Textile Show on Saturday March 3. The selections were far ranging and with quite a variety of prices - something nice was available for almost any price range. I picked up a nice brooch for my little honey.It was time to shop for some "Vintage Clothing and Accessories; Vintage Designer Fashions; Vintage Textiles including Quilts, Linens, Laces, Samplers & Related Sewing Items; and V [..]

Milk floods Union Station shutting down subway

Published on 2012-03-03 21:58:00

Originally reported as a watermain break at #Toronto Union Station I have found that the actual cause of the service shutdown was a gigantic spill of milk on Saturday March 3, 2012. As part of the 100th birthday celebration of the Oreo Cookie, Nabisco was transporting a giant glass of wholesome milk on the TTC subway system when the glass tipped - just as the subway passed through the southern curve between the University and Yonge lines. The milk was destined to join the giant cookies at the Ea [..]

March Break at PawsWay

Published on 2012-03-02 21:55:00

I am trying to think what is cuter - the pets that enjoy the activities at #Toronto PawsWay, or the names of the activities that they can take part in: Booty Camp Fitness and Pug Meetup? And are their owners sending them to University or fancy private schools: Puppy Kindergarten and March Break at PawsWay? Those little dogs probably have more reading week parties than actual human students (they really know how to party) and I have yet to see dogs carrying books to class.Riding the dog statueThe [..]

Oreo Cookie 100th Birthday

Published on 2012-03-02 17:28:00

Oreo is celebrating it's 100th birthday on Tuesday March 6, 2012 with a little party in the #Toronto Eaton Centre at noon. There is a giant gift in the middle of the mall announcing that host Colin Mochrie will be joined by a special musical guest on the Nabisco cookie which was started in 1912. Don't miss out on cookies, milk and other goodies for everyone that attends is what the website says. Mmmm, cookies, I wonder if the Cookie Monster will be on hand for all the excitement.

Occupy Toronto: Yonge and Dundas

Published on 2012-03-02 17:04:00

Gregory Alan Elliott's covered wagon has circled Yonge and Dundas Streets just outside of the Eaton Centre as part of the Occupy #Toronto Movement. The lone protest vehicle is taking up valuable religious, black history or entertaining busker space with it's beautiful blue graffiti covered wagon. On second thought it seems to belong there. New signs have been added which say "occupod" and "taste the freedom".

Winter Hearts

Published on 2012-03-02 04:30:00

I Heart You #Toronto. Damn winter.

St Patrick's Day Parade is coming

Published on 2012-03-01 21:34:00

March 11, 2012 is the 25th annual #Toronto St Patrick's Day Parade. The Parade begins at 12:00 noon with the procession starting from Bloor and St. George (near old U of T Varsity Stadium). The Parade will continue along Bloor Street down Yonge and finishes on Queen Street at Nathan Philips Square. Wear something green - like this bikini from the Toronto Pro Supershow.Saturday March 17, 2012 is the actual St Patrick's Day in Ontario and the place to be would have to be the Irish Embassy at Yonge [..]

A Mountain grows in Toronto

Published on 2012-03-01 20:33:00

Do Awesome with the Canadian Shield Ski and Snowboard Tour as they hit the fake slopes of downtown #Toronto. They might do better riding down the advertising signs that surround Yonge-Dundas Square but they have to be content with building their own manmade mini-slope snow terrain park.Join a excitement while a DJ spins some tunes, explore the vendor area, laugh at their fake snow and watch the excitement on the slope starting at noon on Friday, March 2 and continuing on Saturday. Do you think t [..]

Hedley 2012 Shipwrecked Tour

Published on 2012-03-01 17:32:00

Hedley (@Hedleyonline) will hit #Toronto on March 13, 2012 at the Air Canada Centre. The Canadian rock group Hedley breaks out of British Columbia for their 2012 Shipwrecked Tour on the heels of their November ’11 release of the Hedley Storms album (which went gold later that month, that's their cool album cover below). On Thursday March 1, the group will rock Guelph at the Sleeman Centre – where my daughter (the concert photographer) will be enjoying the show along with thousands of other s [..]

Motorcycles in March 2012

Published on 2012-02-29 21:20:00

#Toronto has two Motorcycle Shows this month: The International Spring Motorcycle Show March 17-18 and the National Motorcycle Show and Tattoo Show March 31 - April 1. Luckily they both do not check if I actually have a motorcycle and they will happily let me come in. Ha, suckers.The Spring Show is at the International Centre and will fill 4 halls (1, 2, 3 & 3A) and I look forward to the works of art known as Custom Bikes in Hall 1. Vintage bikes can also be found in this hall. You can save $3 o [..]

Leap Day cleanup?

Published on 2012-02-29 20:24:00

Happy Leap Day! Every four years the February 29 Leap Day gives us another day in the year so that the Earth's revolution around the Sun matches up with our calendar. I had to apologize to my wife, I didn't get anything for her to celebrate Leap Day - the jewelry stores are really dropping the ball on this special day. Is it even a bank holiday?The lovely un-winter weather is playing havoc with our usual pristine snow covered ground, which quickly turns grey, then black in the grime of a big cit [..]

Fashion Cares back for 2012 with Elton John

Published on 2012-02-28 19:20:00

#Toronto Fashion Cares returns with a bang as Elton John will headline the Sunday, September 9, 2012 show at the Sony Centre. Missing since the 2008 extravaganza edition titled Fashion sCares the gala will raise funds in support of the fight against HIV/AIDS. David Furnish joins Dame Shirley Bassey in the photo at top.Michael King with superstar singer Katy Perry"The AIDS Committee of Toronto (ACT) and the Elton John AIDS Foundation (EJAF) will serve as beneficiaries of the spectacular silver an [..]

Deadly VIA Train Derailment Cleanup

Published on 2012-02-28 16:14:00

The Black/Orange Box has been recovered from the deadly VIA Train accident in Burlington, Ontario even as the cleanup and investigation continues days later.CN Freight Train passes through the incident areaKing Road was closed by police at the level railway crossing to allow heavy equipment access to the accident site where VIA Commuter Train number 92 was switching tracks and derailed on Sunday, February 26, 2012.King Road looking south towards rail crossingSome of the six cars ended up hitting [..]

FD rolls on Queen Street

Published on 2012-02-27 18:49:00

The #Toronto Fire Department responds to an alarm at a high-rise on Queen Street West, just beside the Eaton Centre. Pumpers, high rise equipment and other fire trucks quickly filled the street adjacent to the mall as tenants moved out onto the sidewalk, spilling over to old City Hall as they evacuated the building. The fire alarms rang out at noon on February 27, 2012 and they had to pass by the taxi protest - you can see them responding during my video of that same protest.They either found th [..]

Theresa Longo and Ford Escape

Published on 2012-02-27 18:36:00

Beautiful blonde model @TheresaLongo was at the #Toronto Eaton Centre helping to promote the launch of the 2013 Ford Escape. It looks like she was directing volunteers in a television commercial shoot in the giant downtown mall.Lights, camera, actionMake your Escape

Toronto Taxi Protest

Published on 2012-02-27 18:18:00

The horns weren't playing Flight of the Bumblebee, but a hornet was stirred up as dozens of cabs blocked traffic on Queen Street West in front of #Toronto City Hall and pounded on their horns. The taxis started lining up along the southbound lanes of Bay Street and wound around the westbound lanes of Queen Street West.My YouTube video of the protestAs the double parked drivers got out to protest the two tier licensing system they blocked traffic, even as the Toronto Police Department was at the [..]

Toronto Rock Cheerleaders

Published on 2012-02-26 10:19:00

Two pretty #Toronto Rock Cheerleaders were at the Outdoor Adventure Show 2012 at the International Centre on Saturday, February 25, 2012.Keli and Katie by the NLL Champion Cup with pom poms at the ready

Bloor-Yorkville ICEfest

Published on 2012-02-25 22:15:00

The cold reminded me that winter still remains so it was nice that you could visit the upscale #Toronto Bloor for ICEfest. The giant blocks of ice were fashioned into works of art for the 7th annual street festival at the Village of Yorkville Park (Bellair and Cumberland Streets) and will remain Saturday and Sunday, February 25 and 26, 2012."You and your family will marvel at the incredible “Winter Wilderness Exhibit”that will include a magical “Ice Log Cabin” centerpiece display celebra [..]

Toronto Sexapalooza 2012

Published on 2012-02-25 00:15:00

It's back and it's perky, yes it's the Sex Show called #Toronto Sexapalooza 2012 continuing Saturday from noon to midnight and Sunday from noon to 6pm. Naked Toni from Naked TV and Oasis Aqualounge will be there, so someone will be naked.Saturday's main stage will feature: Pole Dancing by Brass Vixens, Burlesque by Great Canadian Burlesque, Q&A Jesse Kovacs, Latex Fashion Show/SuperClubs/Hedo Jamaica, Burlesque by Oasis Aqua Lounge, Bondage Bed Demo, Pole Dancing by Aradia Fitness, Bondage Bed D [..]

Outdoor Adventure Show 2012

Published on 2012-02-24 23:52:00

Bears might still be in hibernation but it is time for #Toronto to experience the Outdoor Adventure Show at the International Centre until Sunday, February 26. Ice Pilots NWT Scott Blue and Mikey McBryan will be there and so will I. It's February, what else have you got to do? Check it out and I hope to see you there.

Graffiti in Kensington Market

Published on 2012-02-24 17:23:00

I think artist and poet Gregory Alan Elliott owns Kensington Market in #Toronto - his work is everywhere throughout the famous and eclectic neighbourhood, including the "I don't know how to fix this" in the photo at top and all his merry, smiley-face, red hearts stuck here and there.A framed heart with "Where are you"Hydro pole heart, blue fish and words, and plenty of staples"Just because it only beats for you doesn't mean it's broken" bike standThere is a lot of wall in Kensington Market so th [..]

I would like to paint that porch!

Published on 2012-02-23 21:05:00

Sorry, that's part of a bad joke. Brookfield Place has three little sports cars, new redesigned 911 Porsche models, sitting in Sam Pollock Square. I would buy all three but I have several cars I haven't even used in the last year and I am really, really getting into the GO train experience (damn, I keep getting a charlie horse because you have to put your feet under the chair to fit into the face to face seats).The gold 911 Carrera S cranks out 400hp with it's 7-speed, 6 cylinder, 3.8L engine. I [..]

Happy Hump Day: Sexapalooza 12

Published on 2012-02-22 21:07:00

Wednesday is Hump Day which in #Toronto is generally known as Speed Hump Day or just plain Turtle Day, the day when things go bump in the night. Speaking of nothing in particular I seem to recall that a certain sex show, namely Sexapalooza 2012, is set to hit Toronto this weekend Feb 24-26, 2012 at the International Centre."Sexapalooza is a fun, upscale adult consumer show and shopping experience that has been growing and expanding for the past 5 years. The show offers a safe yet titillating uni [..]

QR Code: Who Moved My Cheese?

Published on 2012-02-22 19:21:00

An advertising graffiti sticker shows a Quick Response Code with a wedge of cheese in the middle of the tow-dimensional matrix bar-code is on a large traffic control box at York and Adelaide Streets in #Toronto. Now that's Gouda! Actually it is grldcheese(dot)com.

Protest for Tibet

Published on 2012-02-22 17:51:00

There was a "solidarity hunger strike for the victims of the police firings and self immolations in Tibet" as a protest group gathered beside #Toronto City Hall. They had a tent and flags flying as members, some in masks, chanted during the protest.See more pictures after the jump.

Reebok goes all CrossFit in Toronto

Published on 2012-02-22 17:25:00

I expected an A-Team of Reebok CrossFit athletes to rappel down from the red container held by a crane high above Yonge-Dundas Square in #Toronto, after all the wooden boxes said “ROGUE Reebok Crossfit”. But after the smoke cleared, the helicopter noise had quieted down and the countdown had finished, out came a crowd of orange-shirted people doing CrossFit exercises – no one got their ass kicked, even the boxing people. Instead they jumped, and pumped, lifted weights, rolled big tires and [..]

Happy Mardi Gras

Published on 2012-02-21 19:36:00

#Toronto has Carnival in summer but we do not celebrate Mardi Gras New Orleans style - with beads and boobs. The festival is something that would bring a big city out of it's winter doldrums (which I admit haven't been very doldrummy because of the unseasonable, warm weather we have been having). I imagine that Mardi Gras is the adult version of Toronto's own Buskerfest (like the face painting photo shown at top).Our celebration, called the Scotiabank Caribbean Carnival Toronto, runs July 10 - A [..]

Reebok CrossFit in Yonge-Dundas

Published on 2012-02-21 19:05:00

UPDATE: See the launch action on my post here.The advertising billboard helicopter lifts a red, partial sea-can container with a triangular white symbol high above the road, across from the Eaton Centre. Tomorrow Reebok CrossFit launches the Sport of Fitness at Yonge-Dundas Square with the setup remaining until Feb 25, 2012. The setup in the concrete park includes big, white tent and a crane holding a full sea-can, complete with the white symbol, but this one also says Reebok CrossFit. The crane [..]

Fun things to do in #Toronto May & June 2012

Published on 2012-02-20 15:24:00

Toronto Freedom Festival and GMM Sat May 5.Toronto Marathon Sun May 6.Toronto Roller Derby League Sat May 12.Toronto International Circus Festival May?Anime North Fri to Sun, May 25-27.Doors Open Toronto Sat to Sun, May 26-27. Chance to see things normally closed to public or attractions with no entrance fee.Wings and Wheels Heritage Festival Sat to Sun, May???Toronto Pro SuperShow Fri and Sat, June 1-3.Luminato Fri to Sun, June 8-17. Cool art installations. Naked Bike Ride Sat 16 June. Right t [..]

NASCAR Canadian Tire Series races 2012

Published on 2012-02-20 09:27:00

Stock cars screaming down the track, beer in your hand watching your favourite car and driver taking the corners tight and fast, this is the NASCAR Canadian Tire Series (NCTS) and the 2012 season starts May 20 and runs across Canada.This is the schedule of events for 2012.May 20 Mosport Int. Raceway (road): Bowmanville, ONJune 03 Circuit ICAR: Montreal, QCJune 16 Mosport Speedway (oval): Bowmanville, ONJune 23 Delaware Speedway: London, ONJuly 14 Motoplex Speedway and Event Park: Vernon, BCJuly [..]

Smoke City Betties vs Death Track Dolls Double Header

Published on 2012-02-19 23:40:00

March 3, 2012 brings #Toronto Roller Derby back onto the flat track for Game Two with a double header bout which includes ToRD's All-Star team: CN Power, taking to the track for the starting battle. That's two, two games in one. These are pictures from a previous all star competition.CN Power will go against Roc City Rockstars from Rochester, New York. The second bout will feature Smoke City Betties vs the Death Track Dolls. Some of these skaters play for ToRD’s B-travel team, the Bay Street [..]

Canadian Air and Space Museum: Black Friday

Published on 2012-02-19 22:44:00

I grew up in the borough of #Toronto called North York, just outside Canadian Forces Base (CFB) Downsview while my father was posted to the base as part of the Army Signal Corps, so it brings back a lot of memories for me every time I visit the former military airfield. The closing of the base has turned much of the land into park and community areas, a good idea by the government.Also located at Downsview was de Havilland who operated an airfield, hanger and factory which started in the late 19 [..]

Niagara Falls Casino

Published on 2012-02-19 21:11:00

While the City of #Toronto continues to mull over the idea of a permanent casino, perhaps located in the now closed Ontario Place, we head to Canada's Honeymoon Capital - Niagara Falls, to gamble, Baby! (That's like Austin Powers Baby, not betting a baby, Baby). Winter has been kind to the city located adjacent to the United States, down in the sunny south of Ontario, and there is very little snow or ice there. Just the mist from the falls, the excitement of Clifton Hill "The Street of Fun at Ni [..]

ICYCLE 12 Ice Bike Race

Published on 2012-02-19 00:40:00

Wow, that was pretty cool. #Toronto bikers competed at the annual Ice Bike Race at Dufferin Grove Park skating rinks. Heats of three to five ice racing, adventurous athletes raced around the hockey rink until the finals ended in a race around the entire double ice surface. The races were men only, women only and the final free for all which included everyone and their mother, which produced some spectacular group crashes. A large, festive crowd gathered around the outside of the rinks cheering o [..]

#Toronto Spring Hunting, Fishing & Boating Show

Published on 2012-02-18 16:47:00

Hall 4 & 5 at the International Centre had a lot of fish, boat and hunting fans. The hunting dogs were pretty cute and they even showed off their skills in a large dirt filled arena. Let's get her done!Bob Izumi signs autographs for a long line of fansThe show runs from Feb 17 to 20, 2012 and comes with free parking. Look for Linda at the Dickies booth for some great work wear deals. She was talking to NASCAR Canadian Tire Series Mark Dilley when I dropped by. The website says "Known for bringin [..]

TOREX Coin Show & Auction

Published on 2012-02-18 16:25:00

Canada's National Coin Show TOREX celebrates it's 50th Anniversary (1962-2012) at the #Toronto Hilton. This is not the TO Rex show about Dinosaurs running rampant throughout Toronto, destroying things all willy-nilly like.Gold and Silver, silver and gold, this is where the miner Yukon Cornelius would have a field day. Some of the coins were as big as saucers.Today I bought three $20 Polar Bear silver coins from the Royal Canadian Mint - 20 for 20, that included free shipping when you used the co [..]

OMVA Maple Leaf Up Show

Published on 2012-02-18 16:16:00

The Ontario Military Vehicle Association Spring Show (OMVA) was held at the Acton Royal Canadian Legion on February 18, 2012. I wanted to see Klinger and the rest of the MASH gang but no such luck.I loved their name on this booth - Maple Leaf Up.

Icicles at the Quay

Published on 2012-02-17 22:58:00

The winter chill throws it's icy grip on the waters of Lake Ontario. You can even see ice on the water sometimes - what a winter in #Toronto, we all hope that we don't end up paying a steep price for the easy season that we have had so far. The skinny little strips of ice hang from a paddle wheel of a harbour cruise ship.The big boats are still docked along the lake front, tucked away and sometimes shrink wrapped. Some people even live on their boats year round.The Empire Sandy wasn't locked in [..]

Tattoos and Piercings in Toronto

Published on 2012-02-16 19:30:00

Abstract Arts in #Toronto has a cool tattoo and piercing store front along Queen Street West. The spikes and silver lady's heads line the front along with weird scrolls and neon in the windows. Unlike some other parlors you cannot see the people being inked or pierced, you can only guess at what magic they are putting on their bodies or where sharp things are going through body parts.I am thinking that Toronto should make this wild and woolly part of Queen Street West dirt roads, rail posts for [..]

Homeless in Toronto

Published on 2012-02-15 20:26:00

In 2009 the City of #Toronto estimated that there were approximately 400 homeless people on the streets - roughly about half of the numbers found in 2006. This has been a hard fought battle to get people into homes after City Council committed to ending homelessness in 2005. Remember to call 311 or 1-877-338-3398 (toll-free) Central Intake if you need emergency shelter. You can call 311 if you see someone on the street who requires outreach assistance, and 911 in an emergency.Someones worldly po [..]

Toronto Pro SuperShow 2012 is coming in June

Published on 2012-02-14 21:14:00

Pump up the jam #Toronto, and when I say jam, I mean muscles - the 2012 Toronto Pro SuperShow is coming back to town Friday to Sunday, June 1, 2, 3. The Metro Toronto Convention Centre will once again host the weekend show full of seminars, weightlifting, arm wrestling, strongman, martial arts, model searches and figure, fitness, bikini and physique championships.The body is a temple and with these competitors they are truly works of art. Wander the exhibit halls to see the many fitness and nutr [..]

Deadboy Raccoon Graffiti

Published on 2012-02-14 18:48:00

#Toronto is marked with a lot of Deadboy's graffiti, he has a thing about Mayor Rob Ford, and one of my favourite pieces is the raccoon over the doorway in the Queen Street West Graffiti Alley. In the Big Smoke the real raccoons are probably trying to mate with the graffiti raccoons, there are so many of the cute, fuzzy creatures knocking over garbage cans and breaking into houses.You can just make out the smaller raccoon in the bottom right hand corner of the stoopA smaller raccoon in the hollo [..]

Love Graffiti - Happy Valentine

Published on 2012-02-14 05:49:00

So there I was, lips puckered, ready for Valentines Day, waiting for my true love, and I found her. In #Toronto the love day is Tuesday, February 14, 2012 (I am not sure when it is outside of the Big Smoke); I hope you find your true love.This is some love art found in the Queen Street West Graffiti Alley.Maybe later we will catch a glimpse of the elusive Cupid! UPDATE: Here is Cupid - Ann found him with his bow and arrow locked and loaded at the Acton Sobeys. He also had a Princess helper and h [..]

Birds in Jail graffiti

Published on 2012-02-13 19:37:00

Birds in the pokey. Art in the infamous #Toronto Rick Mercer Queen Street West Graffiti Alley.

Elvis the pussy cat

Published on 2012-02-13 19:26:00

It's time for your cute moment. This cat loves his belly scratched and his name really is Elvis.

Mazdaspeed Canada at the CME

Published on 2012-02-12 20:33:00

#Mazda Canada was front and centre during the #Toronto Inside Track Canadian Motorsports Expo (#CME12) with an announcement of major sponsorship money for Canadian racers with a contingency program. The car manufacturer will support the development of drivers in the Canadian Touring Car Championship and Spec Miata racing series.Mazda supported the Expo with an exhibit, several racing cars, and most of the stars spoke on the Mazda Stage. NASCAR driver Carl Edwards talks on the stage during his Sa [..]

Day three at Canadian Motorsports Expo 2012

Published on 2012-02-12 19:29:00

#Toronto IndyCar and NASCAR fans were in for a treat at the Inside Track Canadian Motorsports Expo 2012 with James Hinchcliffe (joined by his family, above) and the NCTS and CASCAR drivers on hand at the International Centre on the final day of the show.The young driver from Oakville, Ontario - Welcome to Hinchtown!, went from karting, A1 Grand Prix, Firestone Indy Lights and into the IZOD IndyCar Series in 2011 which will see him race with the Andretti Autosport Team in place of Danica Patrick. [..]

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