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We’re doing a bit of behind-the-scenes maintenance to keep Toronto Scoop fresh, shiny, and running smoothly. Think of it as a quick polish so everything works better and looks a little more sparkly than ever. Thanks so much for being here, and for your patience. We’ll be back soon with all the good stuff that…
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Halsey’s Back to Badlands Tour Takes Over History Toronto January 9, 10, and 11, 2026

Halsey is in Toronto this week, bringing her Back to Badlands tour to History for three nights in a row. What started as a single show quickly turned into a full weekend run, with extra dates added after tickets moved fast. The Toronto shows are happening Friday, January 9, Saturday, January 10, and Sunday, January…
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Best Places for a First Date in Toronto

A first date in Toronto comes down to choosing the right room. The city has enough options that the decision itself becomes part of the statement. A rooftop bar says something different than a board game café, and both say something different than a walk through High Park. The venue you pick tells the other…
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Krispy Kernels Spicy Ketchup Peanuts: Costco Find Of The Week

Our Costco-obsessed Toronto Scoop team picked up a bag of Krispy Kernels Spicy Ketchup Peanuts this week for only $4.97. We’ve bought them before on sale at $9.97 so that’s quite a deal. These peanuts have about 3 grams of sugar per 50 gram serving, which is relatively low compared with a lot of flavoured…
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Toronto Recycling Not Picked Up? Here’s What’s Changed Under the New System

If your recycling wasn’t picked up this week, you’re not alone! Some Toronto neighbourhoods are noticing changes in how recycling is being collected this month, following the city’s transition to a new province-wide system run by Circular Materials, with collection handled by GFL. In some neighbourhoods, recycling bags and extra cardboard are being left behind…
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A 50-Storey, Nearly 4,000-Unit Development Is Proposed for 125 The Queensway

A major redevelopment is being proposed for 125 The Queensway, and if it moves forward, it would bring one of the largest residential projects this stretch of Etobicoke has seen in years. The City of Toronto has received an application to redevelop the site with a high-density, mixed-use project that would dramatically increase the number…
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Costco Extended Weekend Hours Are Now Permanent in Canada

If you noticed Costco staying open later during the holidays and hoped it would stick, you’re in luck. Those extended hours are now permanent at Costco warehouses across Canada. The change is all about the weekends. While weekday hours stay the same, shoppers now get an extra hour on Saturdays and Sundays. New permanent Costco…
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Skate by the Lake: Wheelchair-Accessible Skating at Harbourfront Centre

Skate by the Lake is back at Harbourfront Centre, and it remains one of Toronto’s most loved winter traditions. With Lake Ontario right beside you and the city skyline in view, this waterfront rink is a solid option for a low-key winter outing that still feels special. The rink runs from November 28, 2025 to…
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What’s Open in Toronto on New Year’s Day 2026

New Year’s Day is quieter than Boxing Day, but the city doesn’t completely shut down. If you’re heading out for shopping, groceries, or something to do, here’s what’s open and what to expect. Are Shopping Malls Open on New Year’s Day in Toronto?Yes, some malls are open on January 1, but most operate on reduced…
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Free New Year’s Eve Fireworks in Toronto Tonight

Looking for free New Year’s Eve fireworks in Toronto tonight? The city has you covered. Head to the waterfront for a dazzling midnight display that’s completely free to watch and visible from several public spots along the inner harbour. The festivities kick off tonight, Wednesday, December 31, 2025, at 10 p.m., with pop-up performances, live…
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Maceo Plex Returns to Toronto for New Year’s Eve Warehouse Party on The Queensway

Techno icon Maceo Plex is returning to the city for a New Year’s Eve set, taking over a warehouse space on The Queensway. This will be his first Toronto appearance in some time, following a period where he stepped back from music before gradually returning to touring. Maceo Plex has long been recognized as one…
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Nate Bargatze Live in Toronto at Scotiabank Arena on August 15-16, 2026

Nate Bargatze is bringing his Big Dumb Eyes World Tour to Toronto this summer, with two nights at Scotiabank Arena on August 15 and 16, 2026. If you’ve watched his Netflix specials or seen him on late night, you already know what he’s like. His comedy is dry and clean, and he finds the humour…
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Toronto Scoop Mural Project: Street Art That Brings a Touch of the East Coast

As we head towards the new year, if you are like us, you are already excited about the tiny bit longer days, getaways we are quietly counting down to, and the sunny skies ahead. Even in the middle of winter, Toronto has a way of offering small reminders of what warmer days can feel like,…
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We’ve Been Ordering Revolver Pizza’s ’Nduja Special Since 2020, and Toronto Life Agrees

We’ve been ordering this pizza regularly since Revolver Pizza first opened back in March 2020, yes, right at the start of the pandemic. Some habits stick for a reason. When Toronto Life recently published The Incredible Edible Bucket List: 365 Must-Try Toronto Dishes, this one immediately stood out to us. The ’Nduja Special is everything…
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What’s Open in Toronto on Boxing Day 2025

Boxing Day is one of the busiest shopping days of the year in Toronto, and the city feels very different than it does on Christmas Day. Most places are open, but hours can be shorter and crowds are very real. Shopping malls and retail Most major shopping malls are open on Boxing Day, often with…
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What’s Open in Toronto Christmas Day 2025

We know this post is titled what’s open today, but let’s start with what’s closed so you’re not caught off guard. What’s Closed Today in Toronto Christmas Day is one of the quietest days of the year in Toronto, and most places take the day off. Shopping malls that are closed on Christmas Day: Toronto…
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Images From The City: The Distillery Winter Village 2025

These photos were taken yesterday at the 2025 Distillery Winter Village in Toronto’s lovely Distillery District. The winter market runs through late December and brings large crowds to the area each year. We hope these pics add a small moment of holiday cheer to your morning as you prepare for the holidays, and we wish…
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Light Up the Dark Is a Free Winter Light Event at the Aga Khan Museum

Light Up the Dark is a free winter light event that turns one of Toronto’s most striking buildings into an outdoor art experience. Over three evenings, large scale projections wash across the white stone walls of the Aga Khan Museum, making it an easy, low key plan if you want to get outside and see…
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In Case You Missed It: What Does 67 Mean and Why It’s Everywhere

You know something has crossed over when it ends up on a fridge magnet. That is what makes 67 feel so specific and a little strange right now. It did not start as a slogan or a phrase meant to be printed on things. It started as a moment in a rap song and then…
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Toronto New Year’s Eve 2025: Free Waterfront Fireworks, Music and Events

Toronto is hosting a free New Year’s Eve celebration along the waterfront to ring in 2026. The night includes live music, dance programming, roaming performers and a fireworks show at midnight, all spread across multiple waterfront locations. Everything takes place outdoors along the central waterfront, with designated viewing areas and all the fun stuff running…
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The Original San Francesco Foods on Clinton Street Is Closing After 71 Years

After more than 70 years in Little Italy, the original San Francesco Foods on Clinton Street is saying goodbye. These photos were taken during our visit in early 2024. We returned yesterday to pay one final visit before it closes for good. In a message shared on social media, San Francesco Foods announced that the…
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Two Toronto Italian Restaurants Named the Best in the World

Toronto shines in the latest 50 Top Italy rankings Back in the fall we had dinner at Don Alfonso 1890, which is now one of just two Italian restaurants in Toronto recognized on the 50 Top Italy 2025 list of the best Italian restaurants in the world. We went for the caviar experience, which opened…
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Caplansky’s Deli in Toronto and Where You Can Find It Now

We were walking through the One of a Kind Show recently when a familiar name caught our eye. Caplansky’s. The booth was stocked with jars of mustard and packaged goods, and it immediately took us back to afternoons at the original College Street deli. Smoked meat sandwiches, crowded tables, and what might still be the…
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New Simons Store at Toronto Eaton Centre: Evening Wear and Christmas Decor

Walking through the newly opened La Maison Simons at the Toronto Eaton Centre, it is clear this location was designed with downtown in mind. It feels familiar if you already shop Simons, but the layout and details feel more tailored to how people actually move through the city. You enter from Sankofa (Yonge-Dundas) Square, and…
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Toronto Eaton Centre Christmas Tree Light Show Runs Hourly in December

If you’re at the Toronto Eaton Centre in December and suddenly hear music echoing through the main atrium, you’re not imagining things. The mall’s giant Christmas tree runs an hourly light and music show throughout the afternoon and early evening, and it’s surprisingly easy to miss if you don’t know it’s happening. The tree is…
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New Vistas: Alder for the Heart at Etobicoke Civic Centre Art Gallery

If you are looking for a free art exhibition in Toronto to check out before the end of the year, New Vistas: Alder for the Heart is currently on view at the Etobicoke Civic Centre Art Gallery. Part of the City of Toronto’s New Vistas exhibition series, Alder for the Heart brings together work by…
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Eaton Centre Holiday Window Displays Return to Yonge Street December 14

Holiday window displays return to Yonge Street at the Toronto Eaton Centre on Sunday, December 14, including the former Saks Fifth Avenue windows.
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Free Gifts at Sankofa Square: SHEIN Box Santa Pop-Up

SHEIN’s Box Santa has officially landed at Sankofa Square, and it is a fun stop if you are already downtown for Winter Glow. The setup is bright, festive, and easy to spot thanks to the giant stack of gift boxes that make up the four metre tall Santa. The team on site keeps things moving,…
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Winter Glow 2025 at Sankofa Square

Winter Glow brings a burst of holiday energy to Sankofa Square, the space formerly known as Yonge-Dundas Square. The festival transforms the centre of downtown Toronto with lights, rides, food vendors, and a small holiday market that makes the square feel lively from day to night. You can wander through local stalls, warm up by…
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Sheng Wang Is Coming to Toronto This Week with Three Nights of New Material

“The nature of growing up… sometimes you do things you never thought you’d do. Like recently I bought pants from Costco. That’s a big deal. That’s a new chapter in your life. Cuz when we buy pants from Costco, we let go of our egos. We begin our spiritual journey.” That bit from Sheng Wang’s…
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Where To See Santa In Toronto This Holiday Season

If spotting Santa is on your holiday list this year, there are plenty of places around Toronto to make it happen. From big mall setups to neighbourhood pop ups, the city has no shortage of ways to say hello, take a photo, or just enjoy the moment. Here are some of the most popular options…
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Free Things to Do in Toronto This Holiday Season: Cavalcade of Lights 2025

Toronto is glowing this holiday season, and one of the city’s best free ways to enjoy the festivities is the Cavalcade of Lights at Nathan Phillips Square. Running now through January 7, 2026, it is open every evening from dusk until 11 p.m. The Square is filled with festive displays, including the city’s official Christmas…
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Buying a Cook Fir Christmas Tree in Toronto

We have always gone with a Fraser fir when it is time to pick out our Christmas tree. They are reliable and known for lasting through the season, which is why our local Toronto tree lot usually points us in that direction. This year, the owner showed us a Cook fir and asked if we…
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One Of A Kind Show 2025: Inside the New Vintage Section

This is the last weekend of the One Of A Kind Christmas Show, and it feels like the right moment to highlight one of this year’s biggest additions: the Vintage section. The 2025 edition introduced this new Vintage marketplace to the show, bringing together curated second hand clothing, accessories, home décor, furniture, vinyl records and…
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Natural Wool Knits at the One Of A Kind Show: Hand-Spun Wool Blankets and Hats

Natural Wool Knits is the work of Avi Selvig, who has been knitting since she was a teenager. What started as chunky toques, scarves and blankets made for her own home and family eventually grew into a business. She now works out of her home studio in British Columbia, where she spins, knits and creates…
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Palettes Wrapping & Wallpaper at the One Of A Kind Show: Beautiful Canadian Gift Wrap

Palettes Wrapping & Wallpaper is a Canadian, female-owned brand creating modern, design-forward paper goods. They offer everything from bold patterned wrapping paper to peel-and-stick wallpaper and home décor accents, all printed in small batches with care. We used their wrapping paper for two special gifts, and it genuinely made the whole wrapping process easier. The…
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Handcrafted Millinery by Ophelie Hats at the One of a Kind Show 2025

We’re continuing our vendor highlights from the 2025 Winter One of a Kind Show, and today we’re stopping by something truly special. Ophelie Hats has arrived in Toronto for the season, and their booth is one of the most striking on the floor. Originally based in downtown Montreal, Ophelie Hats quickly stood out for its…
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The Bold Flavours of Hanes Hummus at the One of a Kind Show 2025

We love discovering flavours that tell a story, and Hanes Hummus was one of the most memorable food stops at the 2025 Winter One of a Kind Show. We sampled several of their flavours and they were delicious, bold and easily some of the most intense hummus we’ve tried- especially Hot Date! Hanes Hummus is…
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Handcrafted Skinlicious Soaps at the 2025 One of a Kind Christmas Show

We’re a little soap-obsessed over here, and the more fragrant the better. So it didn’t take long for Skinlicious Soaps to catch our attention at the One Of A Kind Christmas Show. Their display was bright, fresh and completely irresistible. Skinlicious Soaps is a Canadian company based in Burlington, Ontario creating handcrafted bath and body…
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Reusable Fabric Gift Wrap by Ficelle et Baluchon at the 2025 One of a Kind Show

We love all manners of gift wrapping, and the reusable fabric gift wrap and bags from Ficelle et Baluchon stopped us in our tracks at the Christmas One Of A Kind show. It’s gorgeous, reusable and feels like the kind of wrapping you want to keep forever. This fabric wrapping looks just like paper: Ficelle…
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Inside the One Of A Kind Show Toronto: A Hands-On Workshop with Market Candle Co.

There was something really special about kicking off the 50th anniversary of the One Of A Kind Show by getting hands-on with Market Candle Co. Instead of just browsing, we actually had the chance to create something from scratch, which made us appreciate the heart and skill behind the work of more than 800 artisans…
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Flirty Pineapple at the 2025 Winter One of a Kind Show

Flirty Pineapple is a Toronto-based Canadian hair accessory brand that fits the vibe for the Winter One of a Kind Show. Beautiful, size inclusive and made to last, they make everyday pieces that actually get used and loved. We are kicking off our highlights of the 2025 Winter One of a Kind Show with them…
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CPKC Holiday Train Toronto 2025: When and Where to See It This Saturday

If you are looking for something festive to do this weekend, the Canadian Pacific Kansas City Holiday Train is making its annual Toronto stop this Saturday night at 750 Runnymede Road. The train will pull in at 8:30 p.m. and stay until 9 p.m., bringing its bright lights, live music and community spirit to the…
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Real Christmas Tree Price Toronto: What You Can Expect This Season

If you are trying to figure out the real Christmas tree price in Toronto, you are not the only one. As the holiday season picks up, people across the city are looking around to see what a fresh tree will cost and where to find the best value. Real Christmas Tree Prices in Toronto for…
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Doja Cat Live in Toronto Tonight at Scotiabank Arena

Doja Cat brings her Tour Ma Vie World Tour to Toronto tonight at Scotiabank Arena. The tour kicked off on November 18, 2025 in Auckland, New Zealand, and it’s her biggest run yet, built around her fifth studio album, Vie, which came out in September 2025. Toronto hasn’t seen her since December 2023 when she…
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Toronto Scoop Mural Project: The “Portuguese Fisherman” on Dundas Street West

If you have ever wandered along Dundas Street West near Little Portugal, you may have noticed a calm face looking out from the side of a building. It is a tall and quietly striking mural by Pablo Gomez, The piece is called “Portuguese Fisherman,” and it feels right at home in a neighbourhood shaped by…
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Longo’s On The Queensway: Now Open

Longo’s has arrived at 1061 The Queensway, officially opening on November 19. It has been a long time since a new grocery store opened in this part of Etobicoke, so having this one now up and running is a welcome addition. The site east of Islington has been under construction for quite a while, and…
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Santa Claus Parade Route 2025

It’s almost time for Santa! Toronto is getting ready for one of its most beloved holiday traditions. The Santa Claus Parade returns this Sunday, Nov. 23 at 12:30 p.m., starting at Christie Pits Park at 750 Bloor Street West. If you plan to head out for the festivities, here is a rundown of what to…
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A Thoughtful (and Actually Useful) Host Gift You Can Pull Together at Farm Boy

If you’ve ever found yourself heading to a holiday gathering and wishing a decent host gift would magically appear in front of you, Farm Boy is one of those places where everyday groceries are actually special enough to gift. High quality, delicious items that make it easy to look prepared even when you’re rushing out…
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The Mini Portable Charger I Now Bring to Every Shoot in Toronto

When you work long hours on productions you can’t rely on there being an outlet to plug in your smartphone. And when your phone is your book, your TV, your email, your socials, basically your whole life, you want that backup power ready and waiting. The other day on set I noticed a colleague watching…
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Revolver Pizza Is Hiring Across Toronto With a New Leslieville Location on the Way

It’s a good week when it ends with ordering a One Up from Revolver, our most beloved pizza place that somehow gets better every time. And if you love their pies as much as the rest of the city does, here’s some great news. Revolver is hiring at all locations, and a brand new spot…
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Costco Hours Canada: Holiday Schedule and Extended Hours for 2025

From the opening of the hotly anticipated new Costco last year at Islington and the 401 to the new Business Centre in Mississauga to closely watching every tweak to the Costco food court menu, we have a bit of a passionate sidequest going when it comes to all things Costco. So when some new holiday…
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Heron Restaurant in the Kingsway: Seasonal Canadian Cuisine on Bloor Street

Heron Restaurant is a quietly upscale spot in the Kingsway with an inviting, comfortable atmosphere and a focus on simplicity. The kitchen works with seasonal Canadian ingredients and regional flavours, creating dishes that balance rustic warmth with a more refined touch. They also offer a monthly tasting menu that shifts with whatever is fresh, so…
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Toronto Scoop Mural Project: Summer Flashback To Cowley Abbott’s Eye-Catching Portrait

It’s getting chilly out there, so we’re digging into our summer archives to remind ourselves there are just a few more months until Toronto warms up again. Remember those bright August days when the city felt like an outdoor gallery? Here’s a throwback that might add a bit of colour to your November mood. If…
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Really Good Samosas in Toronto at Bombay Frankies

We’re always looking for the best samosas in Toronto, and Bombay Frankies ended up being a great stop. The chain focuses on Indian street-style food, and while their frankie rolls get most of the attention, the samosas are genuinely worth trying. They’re crisp on the outside, nicely spiced inside, and just solid overall. We also…
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Holiday Misses & Kisses: A Cozy Holiday Concert by Yalene at Typist Studios

If you’re looking for a holiday event that offers more than the usual festive routine, Toronto indie-pop and alt R&B artist Yalene is bringing something special to Typist Studios and Coffee on Sunday, December 14 at 7 pm. Her new show, Holiday Misses and Kisses, leans into gratitude and reflection, creating a space to look…
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The Distillery Winter Village Is Open: Toronto’s Most Magical Christmas Market Returns for 2025

It was much smaller, less busy (and free) when we first went over a decade ago, but there’s something about that magical Christmas tree that still makes The Distillery Winter Village the most epic, sparkly holiday market in Toronto. Toronto’s original and world-famous Christmas market transforms the historic cobblestone streets of the Distillery District into…
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Best Drive-Through Christmas Light Shows in Ontario: Magic of Lights

This early snow wasn’t exactly welcome, but now that it’s here we’re leaning into the festive mood it brings. For us that means getting ready for the Christmas drive-through light shows, starting with Magic of Lights. Magic of Lights is coming back to three Ontario cities as part of its North America-wide travelling drive-through holiday…
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The Guess Who Bring 2026 Tour to Toronto on May 30

Burton Cummings and Randy Bachman are heading out on tour together as The Guess Who for the first time in more than twenty years. The news comes after the pair wrapped up a long trademark dispute with former members Jim Kale and Garry Peterson, which had kept them from using the band name on stage.…
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Costco Uggs: Why I Bought the Kirkland Shearling Boots for $40

I walked into Costco to buy bacon last week and as usual ended up with a wonderful random find… a pair of the Kirkland ladies’ shearling boots. Costco Uggs. I’ve been thinking about a new pair of actual Uggs, but when I saw these for forty dollars and noticed they’re made with 100 percent shearling,…
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Toronto Scoop Mural Project: Toronto Artist Chris Perez and the StickStick Mural

Walk through Dundas and Bathurst and you’ll spot a bright mural of a cartoon-style character gripping an oversized skewer. It’s bold, funny, and impossible to miss. The mural is by Toronto-based artist Chris Perez. Here he is in front of the mural: Perez was born in 1990 and studied Drawing and Painting at OCAD University.…
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Free Holiday Market in Toronto: Holiday Hills at STACKT Market Begins November 14

Toronto’s well loved shipping container market is getting ready for its seasonal glow up. Holiday Hills is coming back to STACKT Market on November 14, and the whole place is about to look and feel like a winter festival right in the middle of the city. The season opens with an evening ceremony that brings…
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First Toronto Location of Yolks Breakfast Opens Friday November 14 in Bloor West Village

If you’ve noticed the fresh yellow signage at 2247 Bloor Street West, you’re looking at the future home of Yolks Breakfast, a new breakfast and brunch spot set to open on Friday November 14th, 2025. Yolks began in 2012 as a bright blue food truck in British Columbia and has spent the past 13 years…
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Toronto Maple Leafs Home Games 2025–26 at Scotiabank Arena

The Blue Jays gave us a little break from worrying about the Maple Leafs, but now our focus is fully back on hockey. There’s nothing like seeing the Leafs live at Scotiabank Arena, the energy in the building makes every game feel bigger. It’s so much fun, and we were noticing that ticket prices, even…
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Toronto Scoop Mural Project: A Blue Jay by Paul Glyn-Williams

If you were on The Queensway on Halloween, you might have seen a new mural coming together on the side of Bamboo Tattoo. We passed by while Paul Glyn-Williams was still working on it, and even at that unfinished stage the colours were already hard to miss. The finished wall is a tribute to the…
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Nostalgic Memories: A Pop-Up Art Exhibition at Tea Station in Scarborough

A Pop-Up Art Exhibition at Tea Station Featuring the Work of Toronto Illustrator Arrivedlate Tea Station in Scarborough is hosting a new art pop-up this month, and it brings a quietly thoughtful vibe to one of the neighbourhood’s most popular bubble tea spots. Nostalgic Memories opened November 1st and runs through November 23 at Tea…
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CAFTCAD Wardrobe Sale on Saturday, November 8, 2025

If you’re looking for things to do in Toronto this weekend, one of the best picks is the CAFTCAD Wardrobe Sale happening on Saturday, November 8. It’s a rare chance to browse clothing and accessories straight from the closets of film, television, and theatre costume professionals. CAFTCAD is the Canadian Alliance of Film and Television…
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Earth’s Cultivators: The Wyrmwell Free Exhibition at the Etobicoke Civic Centre

The Art Gallery at the Etobicoke Civic Centre is presenting Earth’s Cultivators: The Wyrmwell until November 27, 2025. The exhibition features illustration, portraiture, and ceramic sculpture by emerging Toronto-based artists. Admission is free. About the Exhibition The show comes from Wyrmwell Studios and highlights work by four local artists: Shevon Lewis, Kima Lenaghan, Amy Thomson,…
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Last Day for Eataly’s Restaurant Fest in Toronto

Today is the final day of Eataly’s Restaurant Fest, where you can enjoy a prix fixe menu for $26. It’s a great way to start a feast, with the starters and main dishes included and sides and desserts available at an extra cost. Tiramisu is pictured above, and everything else is below… polenta, burrata, supplì,…
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Blue Jays Game 7 Tickets and Watch Parties in Toronto Tonight

Wow, that was tough to watch last night. What a heartbreaker! Toronto fans are crushed after the Blue Jays lost 3‑1 to the Los Angeles Dodgers in Game 6. If they had won we could have moved on to putting up our Christmas decorations today, but there’s still baseball to watch. Game 7 tonight at Rogers Centre…
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Toronto World Series Watch Party Guide: Transit, Traffic and Where to Watch Tonight

Downtown Toronto is expecting a huge crowd tonight as fans head to World Series watch party events across the city, including the in-arena gathering at Scotiabank Arena. To help people get in and out of the core, the TTC has added extra service on its busiest lines. If you’re heading to a World Series watch…
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Budweiser Stage New Name: Toronto Concert Venue Has Been Renamed RBC Amphitheatre

Toronto’s Budweiser Stage has a new name. Effective immediately, the waterfront concert venue is officially called RBC Amphitheatre. This Budweiser Stage new name marks the start of a major transformation for the venue. Live Nation and RBC announced the change on October 28, ending seven years under the Budweiser banner and three decades of beer-brand…
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VEG ER for Pets Is Opening Soon in Etobicoke: A New Emergency Clinic on North Queen

A new VEG ER for Pets Etobicoke location is on the way, and it’s moving into a spot many of us pass through all the time. The emergency clinic is opening in the plaza on North Queen with the Walmart, right across from Sherway Gardens, in the former Bowrings space beside the new Paris Baguette.…
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Toronto Art Crawl Christmas Market 2025 at The Bentway

November 1st is one of our favourite days here at Toronto Scoop (it’s a wedding anniversary… if you know you know)! It also feels like the real start of the festive season in Toronto, and this year it begins with the return of the Toronto Art Crawl Christmas Market. Now in its 11th year, this…
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Toronto Scoop Mural Project: Cycling Through the City, A Mural by 88

If you’ve ever passed the RE/MAX Ultimate Realty building at 836 Dundas Street West, you’ve likely noticed the striking mural of a woman riding a bicycle, her basket overflowing with tiny houses. Painted by Toronto-based mural artist 88 (@the80eight) in 2018, it’s still remarkably vibrant years later. The bold lines and graphic style bring a…
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Queen’s Cross Food Hall at the Eaton Centre

Queen’s Cross is the Eaton Centre’s new food hall and it’s a nice update to the Eaton Centre experience. It’s definitely not the kind of mall food court most of us grew up with. Designed and run by Oliver & Bonacini, it opened on April 24, 2024, on the south end of the lower level.…
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Blue Jays World Series Watch Parties at the Rogers Centre: Oct. 27 & 28

Can’t make it to Los Angeles for the World Series? You don’t have to miss out. Rogers announced Thursday that it will host watch parties at the Rogers Centre (SkyDome) for Games 3 and 4, when the Blue Jays take on the Dodgers at Dodger Stadium. Tickets are $15 and all net proceeds go to…
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Things to Do on Halloween in Toronto: Convivium’s Masquerade Party

A Sophisticated Take on Halloween in Toronto If you want your Halloween plans to lean more toward mystery than mayhem, Convivium’s Masquerade Party might be just the ticket. On Friday, October 31, the downtown restaurant and cocktail bar is hosting an elegant Halloween celebration that trades costumes for masks and chaos for style. Guests are…
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Park Lawn GO Station Project on Hold as Developer Rethinks Plans

Toronto has seen several condo projects stall recently in the west end, including the Grand Central Mimico development, which was tied to the Mimico GO Station, and the Cloverdale Mall condos. Now the proposed Park Lawn GO Station and the surrounding Humber Bay Shores development are facing delays. We first told you about the station…
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Can You Still Buy Toronto Blue Jays World Series Tickets? What Prices Look Like Now

Are Blue Jays World Series Tickets Still Available? The Blue Jays are heading to the World Series, and they’ll have home-field advantage in the best-of-seven matchup against the LA Dodgers. Game 1 is set for Friday night at Rogers Centre (forever the Dome to us) followed by Game 2 on Saturday. With all the excitement,…
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Free Concerts in Toronto This Fall: TO Live’s Sound Break Series, Oct. 23–Dec. 18

TO Live is launching Sound Break, a series of free lunch hour concerts in Toronto running every Thursday at 12 p.m. from October 23 to December 18. The performances take place at Meridian Arts Centre, Meridian Hall, and St. Lawrence Centre for the Arts. The series highlights local talent, including Indigenous performers, poets, and musicians,…
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Toronto Scoop Mural Project: Jimmy Chiale on College Street

Walking along College Street, I came across a striking mural by Jimmy Chiale, a Paris-born, Toronto-based artist known for his bold colours and layered, abstract faces. His work often blends emotion, movement, and geometry, giving Toronto’s walls a sense of rhythm and life. Chiale moved to Toronto in 2006 and has since created murals throughout…
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The Toronto Taboo Show: Adult Lifestyle and Wellness Expo 2025

The Toronto Taboo Show is wrapping up this weekend at The International Centre in Mississauga. This adults-only event brings together adult lifestyle, sexual wellness, and entertainment in one weekend experience. Visitors can explore a curated marketplace of vendors offering lingerie, toys, wellness products, and lifestyle accessories. Live entertainment includes DJs, stage performances, and other acts…
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A Good Italian Meal in Barrie at The Italian Eatery

If you’re spending time in Barrie and in the mood for a good Italian meal, The Italian Eatery is a relaxed spot that feels welcoming the moment you walk in. The focus here is on simple, traditional cooking… fresh pasta, pizza, sandwiches, and desserts made in-house. The homemade sauces are rich and flavourful, the kind…
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Spirit of Halloween Locations Toronto: Where to Find Them in 2025

Spirit of Halloween stores are open again across Toronto and the Greater Toronto Area, making it easy to shop in person for Halloween costumes, accessories, and decorations. The locations tend to change from year to year, as the stores pop up in vacant retail spaces, so it’s always a good idea to check before you…
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Diwali Celebrations in Toronto: Diwali Mela-Festival of Lights 2025 on October 18

Diwali, the Festival of Lights, is one of the most significant celebrations in Hindu culture. It marks the triumph of light over darkness and good over evil. Traditionally celebrated with candles, fireworks, festive meals, and family gatherings, Diwali has grown into an important cultural celebration in Toronto, bringing communities together for music, food, and local…
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All You Can Eat Sushi Toronto: Nobu Launches Luxurious Sunday Brunch Buffet

Our most memorable travel dining experience was years ago at Nobu in New York — the kind of night that stays with you. Perfect sushi, incredible service, and, as a fun bonus, Salma Hayek sitting just a few seats away. Fast forward to now, and Toronto has its own Nobu. And it’s introducing something new…
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Halloween Drive-Through Light Show 2025: Spooktacular Light Show in Ajax

Tonight we wanted a drive-through experience after last night’s visit to Halloween Nights of Lights, and the Spooktacular Light Show in Ajax was just the thing. You drive in off Kingston Road and follow a 2-km route filled with over two million lights — glowing pumpkins, friendly characters, 2D and 3D displays, and tunnels synced…
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Halloween Nights of Lights 2025: Our Thanksgiving Weekend Tradition

We always make time to walk through Halloween Nights of Lights & Pumpkinville over Thanksgiving weekend. It’s one of those outings that instantly gets us in the Halloween spirit — glowing pumpkins, spooky scenes, and endless twinkly displays that make everything feel a little bit magical. The weather was perfect this year for wandering through…
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Tired Moms Club: Moore Printss Pops Up at the Mimico Fall Fest

I was lovingly given a Tired Moms Club shirt from Moore Printss, and it’s so soft and comfy I’ve barely taken it off since. The design is part of the shop’s updated Mama Collection, created by Ainsley, a Cambridge, Ontario–based maker who turned her quiet late-night design sessions into a thriving small business. View this…
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What’s Open and Closed Toronto Thanksgiving Weekend 2025

So What’s Open Today In Toronto? Thanksgiving falls on Monday, October 13, 2025, which is a statutory holiday across Ontario. That means most government offices, banks, and major retailers will be closed, but there are still plenty of places open if you’re planning family activities, a dinner out, or a quick grocery run. Toronto is…
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Where to Buy Mooncakes in Toronto (For Mid-Autumn Festival 2025)

If you’re searching for where to buy mooncakes in Toronto, you’re right on time. With Mid-Autumn Festival coming up, bakeries, supermarkets, and dessert shops across the Greater Toronto Area are stocking their shelves with mooncakes. Whether you prefer traditional lotus seed paste with salted egg yolk or want to try something creative like matcha or…
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Toronto Scoop Mural Project: Jackson Avenue’s Changing Canvas

Just off Bloor in Etobicoke, there’s a wall that never stays the same for long. Toronto mural collective Artists on the Run refreshes this spot on Jackson Avenue every six months, giving the neighbourhood a new piece of art to enjoy each time. We caught muralist Hayley Alcott near the end of her latest work,…
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Martino Manor Haunted House Halloween 2025 Tickets: What to Know Before You Go

Toronto’s most talked-about haunted house is back. Martino Manor Haunted House Halloween 2025 is now open for another season, turning its Etobicoke property into one of the city’s most intense haunted attractions. I’ve never been, because I’ve been told it’s absolutely terrifying, and I hate the feeling of being startled or scared. But if you…
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Cardi B Toronto Concert March 30, 2026 & Hamilton Show March 31: Little Miss Drama Tour

Cardi B is heading back to Canada next spring with her Little Miss Drama Tour, and fans in southern Ontario are getting a bonus. Along with her show at Toronto’s Scotiabank Arena on March 30, 2026, she’s now added a second Ontario stop in Hamilton at the newly renovated TD Coliseum on March 31. This…
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Cloverdale Mall Condos Cancelled: Here’s What We Know

If you live in Etobicoke, you know Cloverdale Mall. Over the past few years, it’s been hard to miss the changes: stores closing, empty storefronts, and plenty of talk about redevelopment. But now, with the Cloverdale Mall condos cancelled, many residents are wondering what’s next. For longtime visitors—especially seniors who use the mall as a…
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Toronto Scoop Mural Project: Discovering Curtia Wright’s Lansdowne Mural

It’s always nice to come across a bit of creativity on your daily route. On Lansdowne Avenue, just south of Dundas West, Toronto artist Curtia Wright has added a vibrant mural that brightens up the east side of the street. Created through the StreetARToronto program, it’s the kind of artwork that makes you stop for…
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Where to Buy Miss Vickie’s Restaurant Chips: Pizzeria Badiali, Nora Gray, and Ask for Luigi

It’s not unusual that one of the first things in my Costco cart is a giant bag of Miss Vickie’s. But this time, the bag got attention. People were actually stopping to ask where I found it. It’s been a while since a bag of chips turned heads in the aisle. Miss Vickie’s has teamed…
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Starbucks Toronto Store Closures: 13 Stores Closed on September 27, 2025

If you showed up at your regular Starbucks in Toronto this week and found the doors locked, you’re not alone. On September 27, 2025, thirteen Starbucks locations across the city closed for good. Some of these were long-time neighbourhood spots and others were newer experiments like Pickup-only stores. None of the closed stores offered drive-thru…
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Free Runway Reels Drive-In Movies at YZD Hangar October 3–4, 2025

Toronto’s Downsview Airport may have closed, but its runway is taking on a new life this week as it transforms into an outdoor theatre for Runway Reels. The two-night drive-in movie series is back at YZD Hangar, offering audiences a chance to take in a cinematic experience under the stars. Moviegoers can choose between the…
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