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  Wellness

  Updated 16 min ago

  Toronto Swimmers Find Perfect Lap Pools at Waterfront Locations

  Toronto swimmers are heading to specific waterfront and park locations for consistent lap sessions this summer.

  By Toronto Wellness Desk · 10 July 2026 · 2 min read

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  Wellness

  Updated 16 min ago

  Toronto Dietitians Approve These 5 Healthy Restaurants Using Local Produce

  Toronto dietitians have signed off on several local spots that prioritize nutrient-dense meals using seasonal produce from Ontario farms.

  By Toronto Wellness Desk · 10 July 2026 · 1 min read

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  Wellness

  Toronto Residents Cut Daily Stress Using Five Evidence-Based Techniques

  Toronto residents juggling commutes and summer schedules can apply five researched methods to lower tension without major lifestyle overhauls.

  By Toronto Wellness Desk · 10 July 2026 · 2 min read

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  Property

  Updated 16 min ago

  Proposed Rezoning That Could Transform a Suburb Advances in Etobicoke

  A 12-hectare industrial site near Kipling Avenue and Dundas Street West could shift to mixed-use towers under a new Toronto planning application.

  By Toronto Property Desk · 10 July 2026 · 1 min read

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  Wellness

  Updated 31 min ago

  Toronto Walkers Transform 56-Kilometre Waterfront Trail Into Mindfulness Practice

  Toronto walkers on the 56-kilometre Waterfront Trail are adding focused breathing and pace awareness to their routes this July.

  By Toronto Wellness Desk · 10 July 2026 · 2 min read

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  Policy

  Toronto's New Housing Affordability Strategy Targets Renters and First-Time Buyers

  The city's updated housing policy aims to increase affordable rental units and homeownership opportunities, affecting thousands of Toronto residents with specific income thresholds.

  By Toronto Policy Desk · 10 July 2026 · 2 min read

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  Wellness

  Updated 4 h ago

  Toronto Seasonal Produce Recipes: 5 July Dishes

  Make five quick meals using Ontario berries, corn and zucchini at Toronto markets this week. St. Lawrence Market and Evergreen Brick Works stock peak-season local produce.

  By Toronto Wellness Desk · 10 July 2026 · 2 min read

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  Wellness

  Updated 4 h ago

  Outdoor Pools Toronto: Lap Swimming at Parks & Waterfront

  Toronto's seasonal outdoor pools open June 15 with dedicated lap lanes at High Park and rock pools along the Waterfront Trail. Find lap swimming hours, locations, and how to access structured sessions near you.

  By Toronto Wellness Desk · 10 July 2026 · 1 min read

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  Property

  Updated 4 h ago

  Toronto Rezones Scarborough Stretch, Enables Taller Buildings and More Housing

  City planners have put forward changes to allow taller buildings and more units along a stretch of Ellesmere Road east of Markham Road.

  By Toronto Property Desk · 10 July 2026 · 2 min read

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  Property

  Rental Vacancy Rates and Why Competition Is Fierce

  Toronto's rental market shows vacancy rates stuck below 1.5 percent, pushing competition to new levels amid sustained demand from new arrivals.

  By Toronto Property Desk · 10 July 2026 · 2 min read

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  Property

  Updated 4 h ago

  Downsizing Toronto Suburbs: Where Empty Nesters Are Moving

  Empty nesters are leaving downtown Toronto for affordable condos in Etobicoke and North York with TTC access. See where retirees are buying.

  By Toronto Property Desk · 10 July 2026 · 1 min read

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  Policy

  Ontario’s New Bill Tracker Reveals Winners and Losers in Toronto’s State Legislature Policies

  Latest provincial legislation on housing, transit and social services will reshape Toronto’s community access and costs over the coming year.

  By Toronto Policy Desk · 10 July 2026 · 2 min read

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  Wellness

  Updated 5 h ago

  Breathwork for Stress Relief in Toronto: 3-Minute Techniques

  Toronto professionals use quick breathing exercises to reduce stress between meetings. Learn three-minute breathwork techniques wellness instructors recommend for downtown workers.

  By Toronto Wellness Desk · 10 July 2026 · 2 min read

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  Property

  Toronto Approves 48-Storey Tower With 612 Residential Units Downtown

  Toronto planners cleared a 48-storey mixed-use tower at York and Front streets that will deliver 612 residential units plus office space.

  By Toronto Property Desk · 9 July 2026 · 1 min read

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  Wellness

  Toronto Workers Access Free Wellness Programs, Legal Protections Against Job Strain

  Toronto staff facing job strain can tap legal protections under the Occupational Health and Safety Act and free programs run by city agencies.

  By Toronto Wellness Desk · 9 July 2026 · 1 min read

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  Property

  Toronto's Tight Rental Market Sparks Bidding Wars Among Apartment Hunters

  Low vacancy rates across the city are pushing renters into bidding wars even as buyer prices hold near 1.1 million dollars on average.

  By Toronto Property Desk · 9 July 2026 · 2 min read

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  Property

  Updated 9 h ago

  How to Prepare a Winning Bid Strategy for Toronto Auctions

  Toronto bidders are sharpening their approach as clearance rates climb and competition intensifies in key neighbourhoods.

  By Toronto Property Desk · 9 July 2026 · 2 min read

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  Updated 9 h ago

  Toronto's Diverse Food Scene Reflects 12 Cultures in One City

  While international capitals chase Michelin stars and vanity projects, Toronto’s culinary identity is built on the messy, brilliant friction of a dozen cultures sharing a single zip code.

  By toronto Lifestyle Desk · 9 July 2026 · 2 min read

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  Property

  Updated 9 h ago

  Toronto Alumni Social Club Hosts Board Game Night at Aifam Friday

  The Toronto Alumni Social Club is hosting a casual board game night at Aifam this Friday, tapping into a growing appetite for in-person social gaming in the city.

  By Toronto Property Desk · 9 July 2026 · 3 min read

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  Property

  Updated 9 h ago

  Kotn Cup Returns to Trinity Bellwoods: Shopping, Food, Community July 10

  The Egyptian-Canadian apparel brand's flagship summer event returns to the west-end green space with shopping, food, and community programming.

  By Toronto Property Desk · 7 July 2026 · 3 min read

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  Wellness

  Updated 9 h ago

  Toronto Locals Reveal 5 Hidden Nature Walks Tourists Never Find

  From the Humber Arboretum to the Glen Stewart Ravine, Toronto hides wild, tranquil trails just steps from city streets.

  By Toronto Wellness Desk · 7 July 2026 · 3 min read

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  Updated 8 h ago

  Toronto's Hottest Weekend Spots: Your Guide to Beating the Crowds

  As the summer heat settles over the city, navigating Toronto’s busiest districts requires a strategy for those looking to experience the best of the waterfront and beyond.

  By Toronto Culture Desk · 7 July 2026 · 2 min read

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  Updated 8 h ago

  Toronto's Summer Programming Transforms City's Creative and Cultural Identity

  From the Leslieville Flea to the Distillery District, this weekend’s surge in activity signals a shift toward localism in Toronto's urban character.

  By Toronto Culture Desk · 7 July 2026 · 2 min read

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  Updated 7 h ago

  Toronto's Weekend Arts Programs Reshape City's Creative Summer Identity

  From the waterfront to the downtown core, a surge in localized arts initiatives is reshaping the narrative of Toronto’s summer season.

  By Toronto Culture Desk · 7 July 2026 · 2 min read

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  Updated 7 h ago

  Toronto Curators Shape Downtown Summer Scene Amid July Heat

  As the city settles into the height of July, local curators and community leaders are defining the rhythm of public life in the downtown core.

  By Toronto Culture Desk · 6 July 2026 · 2 min read

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  Updated 9 h ago

  Toronto's Rooftop Bars Transform from Exclusive VIP Spots to Public Hubs

  As the skyline densifies, the city's elevated nightlife is shifting from boutique VIP hideaways to expansive, multi-purpose hospitality hubs integrated into the urban fabric.

  By toronto Lifestyle Desk · 4 July 2026 · 3 min read

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  Updated 9 h ago

  Toronto's Boutique Coffee Roasters Transform Local Café Culture

  High rents and a shift toward boutique roasting have transformed the city's morning routine from grab-and-go fuel to a curated neighborhood experience.

  By toronto Lifestyle Desk · 4 July 2026 · 2 min read

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  Updated 9 h ago

  Toronto's Arts Sector Transforms Summer Into Site-Specific Creative Experiences

  From the Leslie Street Spit to the stages of the West End, the city’s arts sector is pivoting toward intimate, site-specific experiences.

  By Toronto Culture Desk · 4 July 2026 · 2 min read

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  Updated 9 h ago

  Emerging Toronto Artists Launch New Projects Across City This Weekend

  From Kensington Market to Liberty Village, a new generation of artists, musicians and creators are launching projects that signal what's next for the city's cultural scene.

  By Toronto Culture Desk · 4 July 2026 · 3 min read

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  Updated 9 h ago

  Toronto Shifts Public Celebrations From Centralized Events to Neighborhood Programming

  As Toronto marks another humid July weekend, the city's approach to public celebration is undergoing a permanent shift away from traditional staples toward decentralized, neighbourhood-driven programming.

  By Toronto Culture Desk · 4 July 2026 · 2 min read