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Spacious Thornhill Corner Suite with Stunning Toronto Views: For Sale at 343 Clark Avenue West
Fully Renovated Unit Features A Large Balcony, Kosher Kitchen and Includes 2 Parking Spaces This is our kind of apartment! One with a view of the CN Tower and a grocery store… plus an indoor swimming pool. Welcome to 343 Clark Avenue West, located at the intersection of Clark and Hilda in Thornhill, Ontario. This…
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Gardiner Expressway Construction Update
Driving to the east end of the city last weekend on the Gardiner, I was relieved to be moving fairly steadily when I looked up and noticed a hand-scrawled sign hanging from the bridge near Sunnyside: “Just three more years.” Although that sign has since been taken down, it certainly captured the city’s frustration with…
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Treasure Bin Danforth: Now Open
Treasure Bin Danforth liquidation centre has opened its doors at 1216 Danforth Road. How does Treasure Bin work? Let’s break it down for you. The inventory at these types of liquidation stores mainly consists of returned Amazon items, giving them another shot at being sold. These items can range from brand new, open box, refurbished,…
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New Costco in Oakville, on Burlington’s Border
COSTCO IN OAKVILLE UPDATE: It is confirmed that the new Oakville Costco will have a gas station. There will be 1,000 parking spaces including both surface and underground parking. We were thrilled to connect with so many of you last March when we first wrote about Costco’s latest expansion in Ontario. There were so much…
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Electric Island 2024 in Toronto
12th Season of Music, Sun and Good Vibes Only By Scott Ferguson Electric Island is one of my favourite concert experiences in the city. Four weekends that celebrate electronic music in four different venues. Not much is known so far about the locations or lineups yet, but organisers have revealed the dates. The Electric Island…
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Veld 2024: Full Lineup Announced
Everything We Know About Veld 2024 By Scott Ferguson The Veld Music Festival is the premier annual electronic dance music event in Toronto. Presented by INK Entertainment, it’s held at Downsview Park and it is about the closest thing to Tomorrowland that you will find in Canada. It began in 2012 and usually has three…
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Banksy in Toronto: Church and the Esplanade
At the intersection of Church Street and The Esplanade in Toronto, there’s a Banksy artwork quietly existing that you may have walked by many times without knowing it’s there. It is encased in plastic on its original location, in an alley on the west side of Church Street just north of The Esplanade. Are there…
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Suspended Staircase: Toronto’s Hidden Art at 36 Toronto Street
The Scoop usually highlights the free art in Toronto that we find outdoors. But recently, I discovered an installation that reminded us of the exceptional art tucked away inside Toronto’s buildings. You just need to know it’s there to pop inside and take a peek, and that’s what we’re here for. Check out Joshua Kalfa’s…
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Treasure Bin Liquidation on Lake Shore
The rise in online shopping has led to an increase in returned items, creating an opportunity for liquidation stores to become an outlet for these Amazon returns. Treasure Bin Liquidation in south Etobicoke follows a pricing model where every Saturday, they receive a fresh shipment of products, with each item initially priced at $18.99. As…
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Costco Islington and 401: Share Your Finds
The new Rexdale Costco at Islington and 401 is now open. We’ve been waiting for this! Share your experience, favourite deals, and what you love about it in the comments below. A brand new Costco Wholesale has opened today, Thursday November 2nd. 2023, at 2260 Islington Avenue. This Costco in Rexdale is situated where the…
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Paradise Bound in Kensington Market
In a world where so much shopping is done online or in big box stores, Paradise Bound Collectible Records & Antique Japanese Art is a refreshing reminder of the joy and beauty that can be found in independent shops. Located in the Kensington Market neighbourhood of Toronto, this family-owned and operated shop has been a…
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Opening on November 2nd, 2023: Eataly at Sherway Gardens in Etobicoke
A second location of Eataly in Toronto is opening on Thursday November 2nd at 3pm at Sherway Gardens, in the space where the Pickle Barrel used to be. Eataly opened it’s first location in Canada in 2019, in downtown Toronto on Bloor Street at Bay in the Manulife Centre. (It moved into the space where…
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Seeing a PWHL Hockey Game in Toronto
A Memorable Day at the Mattamy Centre: Our PWHL Experience in Toronto Toronto’s professional women’s hockey team faced a tough game against Ottawa yesterday, ending in a 5-1 loss. Despite the challenges, there was a bright spot as Natalie Spooner scored the first-ever home goal for the PWHL Toronto. It was a highlight of our…
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Dog Grooming Spa in Etobicoke Opening Soon: Wags to Riches
A pet boutique and dog grooming spa in Etobicoke named Wags to Riches is set to open soon. Located at Parklawn and Lakeshore, potential interested dog parents can sign up on their website to receive alerts about the opening and to book appointments once they become available. Wages to Riches is a dog grooming spa…
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Republic 23 Islington Update: Closed and Under Construction
When Republic 23 on Islington opened in May, replacing the long-standing Rocco’s Plum Tomato, it piqued the curiosity of many. The absence of any signage left people wondering about what kind of business this new spot was At first, the Republic 23 Instagram page was set to private, adding to the mystery. However, it later…
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Izba Restaurant Queensway: Skin Care Clinic Opening Soon
New Medical Skin Care Clinic Opening at 648 The Queensway The Izba Restaurant Queensway space has been a happy one for over 40 years. My family and friends enjoyed many huge dinners of Eastern European classics here. The plates of schnitzel, pierogis and goulash were generous and delicious. Now, this local legend at 648 The…
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Free Public WiFi Toronto: How to Access the Internet for Free
Free Public Internet on the Subway in Toronto Last fall, Innovation Minister François-Philippe Champagne brought relief to Torontonians who rely on the subway by announcing the implementation of wireless service in Toronto’s subway system by October 2023. Now, not only can you access high-speed internet and cellular service in various tunnels and stations on Lines…
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Madonna Tickets in Toronto: January 11-12, 2024
Madonna’s Celebration Tour Hits Toronto Madonna- Celebration Tour- January 11 and 12, 2024- Scotiabank Arena The Queen of Pop returns to Toronto at Scotiabank Arena on January 11 and 12, 2024, for the Celebration Tour. This tour is a tribute to her entire career and her first ever greatest-hits set. From her classics Like a…
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Toronto Murals: The Town of Weston
Located in Toronto, the Town of Weston holds a significant place in Canada’s history as the manufacturing hub for CCM bicycles and skates for over a century. The town, nestled within the boundaries of Saint Phillips Road to the north, Denison Street West to the south, Jane Street to the east, and Scarlett Road to…