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Doug Ford has hit another roadblock in his battle against bike lanes

Doug Ford has hit another roadblock in his battle against bike lanes

Is the premier just spinning his wheels?

The city may spend $350,000 a year on rat czars

The city may spend $350,000 a year on rat czars

As rodent populations boom due to construction and climate change, Toronto comes closer to hiring two white-collar rat enforcers

Dear Urban Diplomat: Is it so wrong to attend a concert while being tall?

Dear Urban Diplomat: Is it so wrong to attend a concert while being tall?

I’m paying the same exorbitant ticket prices as everyone else, but lately I’ve been getting harassed for blocking the view because of my height. How should I respond?

Kiss and Tell: "My podiatrist co-worker turned out to have a foot fetish"

Kiss and Tell: “My podiatrist co-worker turned out to have a foot fetish”

Kelly, a 33-year-old receptionist at a health clinic, thought the staff podiatrist was just being friendly when he offered her some free sessions. Then the candles came out

Here's what's happening at YZD, the site of the former Downsview Airport

Here’s what’s happening at YZD, the site of the former Downsview Airport

From weekly farmers’ markets to street festivals on the Runway, YZD’s summer lineup at the former Downsview Airport promises a season of free community and family fun

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Inside the Latest Issue

The July issue of Toronto Life features a behind-the-curtain look at the insatiable political ambitions of Doug Ford. Plus, our obsessive coverage of everything that matters now in the city.

Fall in love at the Samsung Sweetheart Villa at Stackt market

Fall in love at the Samsung Sweetheart Villa at Stackt market

Running from June 21 to July 6, Samsung’s pop-up tasks guests on a quest for love with the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge as their sidekick

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This flight attendant makes $95,000 per year. How does he spend it?

This flight attendant makes $95,000 per year. How does he spend it?

"I'm hoping to retire in my late 50s"

Celebrate Canadian artists at the 2025 Toronto Outdoor Art Fair

Celebrate Canadian artists at the 2025 Toronto Outdoor Art Fair

The 64th-annual event features more home-grown talent than ever before

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Who's to blame for Masai Ujiri's ousting?

Who’s to blame for Masai Ujiri’s ousting?

Spicy theories swirling around the Raptors president’s sudden departure

Editor’s Letter: The metamorphosis of Doug Ford

Editor’s Letter: The metamorphosis of Doug Ford

Lately, we’ve witnessed yet another stage in the evolution of Ontario’s premier: international statesman

Plan the ideal staycation right in the heart of Toronto

Plan the ideal staycation right in the heart of Toronto

From the city’s finest culinary offerings to luxurious hotel options, here’s how you can cap off the perfect patio night with a comfy stay in Bloor-Yorkville

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Shai Gilgeous-Alexander is our hometown NBA hero

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander is our hometown NBA hero

A Toronto-born, Hamilton-raised MVP is the win we need

"Can I cool off in that children's splash pad?" Your heat wave questions, answered

“Can I cool off in that children’s splash pad?" Your heat wave questions, answered

Ditch the pool, find a ravine and don’t be afraid to lose your shirt

The Ontario Resort and Getaway Guide 2025

The Ontario Resort and Getaway Guide 2025

Whether you’re looking for a weekend getaway or a full family adventure, our collection of Ontario’s top resorts and destinations has you covered

Dear Urban Diplomat: My straight friend is having her bachelorette party in the Village

Dear Urban Diplomat: My straight friend is having her bachelorette party in the Village

It promises to be a painfully heterosexual event, and I hate that queer spaces are becoming venues for straight people to gawk while they party. Should I refuse to attend?

What Toronto Life readers loved and loathed in our May issue

What Toronto Life readers loved and loathed in our May issue

Including our package on the American brain drain and our Q&A with former Torontonian John Roberts of Fox News

John Tory may run for mayor again. The question on everyone's minds: Why?

John Tory may run for mayor again. The question on everyone’s minds: Why?

Meet the new boss, same as the old boss

A forest of 50 trees in shopping carts is roving around Toronto’s waterfront

A forest of 50 trees in shopping carts is roving around Toronto’s waterfront

The Bentway’s new exhibition wants to help Torontonians beat the heat while reflecting on the climate crisis

"I don't need a megaphone courtside. I'm that loud": How Lilly Singh became the Toronto Tempo's chief hype officer

“I don’t need a megaphone courtside. I’m that loud”: How Lilly Singh became the Toronto Tempo’s chief hype officer

Singh has gone all in with Toronto's new WNBA team: part owner, unofficial head cheerleader and bringer of 14 million potential fans

Billionaire Peter Gilgan says his prefab lab will build a record 3,000 units a year

Billionaire Peter Gilgan says his prefab lab will build a record 3,000 units a year

Can a mega-developer’s new factory super-charge Toronto’s housing supply?

Dear Urban Diplomat: My friend signed up for a trendy fitness club, and it’s bleeding him dry

Dear Urban Diplomat: My friend signed up for a trendy fitness club, and it’s bleeding him dry

I’m afraid he’s going to go broke buying expensive classes so he can ogle their gorgeous instructors. Should I intervene?

Mayor Olivia Chow says video games are cool, actually

Mayor Olivia Chow says video games are cool, actually

Gamers get a silo-size screen as Toronto Games Week kicks off

An actually affordable housing project is rising in a former Kensington Market parking lot

An actually affordable housing project is rising in a former Kensington Market parking lot

The 78-unit mass timber building follows eight years of work between advocates and the city

A brand-new 98-acre island in the Port Lands is ready for its close-up

Toronto’s latest treasure, Ookwemin Minising, will be loaded with parks, public art, housing, zip lines and a place to park for your canoe

Cost of Living

This flight attendant makes $95,000 per year. How does he spend it?

This flight attendant makes $95,000 per year. How does he spend it?

"I'm hoping to retire in my late 50s"

This painter and restaurant host makes $56,000 a year. How does she spend it?

This painter and restaurant host makes $56,000 a year. How does she spend it?

“I’m saving up for a visit to Kenya to connect with my roots”

This piano teacher and wedding musician makes $170,000 a year. How does she spend it?

This piano teacher and wedding musician makes $170,000 a year. How does she spend it?

“Loblaws is ridiculously expensive. I avoid it completely”

This Corktown couple makes $140,000 a year. How do they spend it?

This Corktown couple makes $140,000 a year. How do they spend it?

“We used to spend $2,500 a year on Uber Eats. Now it’s zero”

This content creator makes $130,000 a year. How does she spend it?

This content creator makes $130,000 a year. How does she spend it?

“Last year, I didn’t use the subway once. I prefer Uber”

This business analyst makes $103,000 a year. How does she spend it?

This business analyst makes $103,000 a year. How does she spend it?

“I spent $300 on plants last year”

This filmmaker makes $150,000 a year. How does he spend it?

This filmmaker makes $150,000 a year. How does he spend it?

“Since moving downtown, I pay more for rent but less for gas, so it evens out”

Urban Diplomat

Dear Urban Diplomat: Is it so wrong to attend a concert while being tall?

Dear Urban Diplomat: Is it so wrong to attend a concert while being tall?

I’m paying the same exorbitant ticket prices as everyone else, but lately I’ve been getting harassed for blocking the view because of my height. How should I respond?

Dear Urban Diplomat: My straight friend is having her bachelorette party in the Village

Dear Urban Diplomat: My straight friend is having her bachelorette party in the Village

It promises to be a painfully heterosexual event, and I hate that queer spaces are becoming venues for straight people to gawk while they party. Should I refuse to attend?

Dear Urban Diplomat: My friend signed up for a trendy fitness club, and it’s bleeding him dry

Dear Urban Diplomat: My friend signed up for a trendy fitness club, and it’s bleeding him dry

I’m afraid he’s going to go broke buying expensive classes so he can ogle their gorgeous instructors. Should I intervene?

Dear Urban Diplomat: My US-based sister is using Elbows Up as an excuse to avoid visiting

Dear Urban Diplomat: My US-based sister is using Elbows Up as an excuse to avoid visiting

She says she’s worried about getting hassled for her New York licence plates and won’t even cross the border for my wedding. How delusional is she?

Dear Urban Diplomat: The pickleball court next door is driving us up the wall

Dear Urban Diplomat: The pickleball court next door is driving us up the wall

The constant thwacking is maddening. Short of heading down there and snapping some paddles, what can we do?

Dear Urban Diplomat: My friend shamed me for buying US products. Then I caught him pouring Jack Daniel’s into a Wiser’s bottle

Dear Urban Diplomat: My friend shamed me for buying US products. Then I caught him pouring Jack Daniel’s into a Wiser’s bottle

He keeps criticizing me for keeping my Netflix subscription. Should I call him out on his hypocrisy?

Dear Urban Diplomat: My friends rented a Cybertruck for our cross-Canada road trip

Dear Urban Diplomat: My friends rented a Cybertruck for our cross-Canada road trip

Even before the trade war and the Tesla founder’s unholy alliance with Donald Trump, I’d have been mortified to be seen in one of Elon Musk’s hulking metallic lemons. How should I break it to my friends?