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The rise and fall of smartphones: a brief history of key moments

The rise and fall of smartphones: a brief history of key moments

From the first brick-sized IBM model in 1994 to the explosive 2024 bestseller that blamed Big Tech for rewiring kids’ brains

"Someone deep in a TikTok session is not that different from someone under hypnosis": A psychologist on how to counter smartphone addiction

“Someone deep in a TikTok session is not that different from someone under hypnosis”: A psychologist on how to counter smartphone addiction

Jay Olson is a postdoctoral fellow at U of T studying how our phones are melting our minds

Simu Liu, Jeremy Lin and others were in town this weekend for a celebrity basketball bash

Simu Liu, Jeremy Lin and others were in town this weekend for a celebrity basketball bash

They were joined by two-time NBA champion and former Raptor Matt Bonner

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

Inside the Latest Issue

The June issue of Toronto Life features the best new restaurants of 2026. Plus, our obsessive coverage of everything that matters now in the city.

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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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?

Cost of Living

This 22-year-old venture capitalist is on track to make $180,000 this year. How does he spend it?

This 22-year-old venture capitalist is on track to make $180,000 this year. How does he spend it?

“I love a good bargain, so I shop at No Frills”

This globetrotting couple earns a combined $287,000 a year. How do they spend it?

This globetrotting couple earns a combined $287,000 a year. How do they spend it?

“Groceries are our biggest monthly expense after rent”

This Doctors Without Borders marketer earns $100,000 a year. How does she spend it?

This Doctors Without Borders marketer earns $100,000 a year. How does she spend it?

Manpreet Badyal moved from Delhi to Vancouver to Toronto in search of success

How a Gen Z finance enthusiast in Forest Hill spends her money

How a Gen Z finance enthusiast in Forest Hill spends her money

Business analyst and budding TikTok investment guru Chaeeun Lee hopes to visit 50 countries before she turns 30

This policy analyst and stand-up comedian makes $83,000 a year. How does she spend it?

This policy analyst and stand-up comedian makes $83,000 a year. How does she spend it?

“Investing in mental health is important. I have an unlimited membership at Othership in Yorkville”

This entrepreneur is on track to make $23,000 this year. How does she spend it?

This entrepreneur is on track to make $23,000 this year. How does she spend it?

“It was hard to accept financial aid from my parents, but it actually brought us closer together”

How an actor, influencer and amateur investor managed to earn a six-figure salary

How an actor, influencer and amateur investor managed to earn a six-figure salary

“My family taught me to invest. It’s probably the wisest advice they’ve ever given me”

Urban Diplomat

Dear Urban Diplomat: What’s the etiquette for EV charging?

Dear Urban Diplomat: What’s the etiquette for EV charging?

Dear Urban Diplomat , What’s the etiquette for EV charging? A few weeks ago, I finally found a spot in my neighbourhood to juice...

Dear Urban Diplomat: My husband thinks I'm a hoarder, but I'm a collector

Dear Urban Diplomat: My husband thinks I’m a hoarder, but I’m a collector

He’s started quoting Marie Kondo and insisting that I get rid of my “emotional support tchotchkes.” How can I get him to back off?

Dear Urban Diplomat: My condo building has zero tolerance for the slightest noise

Dear Urban Diplomat: My condo building has zero tolerance for the slightest noise

They’ve asked us not to shower after 11 p.m. because of “pipe whistling.” Is this normal?

Dear Urban Diplomat: My husband bought us a pass to skip the line at the ski hill. Why do I feel guilty for using it?

Dear Urban Diplomat: My husband bought us a pass to skip the line at the ski hill. Why do I feel guilty for using it?

I can’t help being embarrassed every time I sheepishly walk past the eye rollers in the regular queue

Dear Urban Diplomat: My brother is lying online about Dry January

Dear Urban Diplomat: My brother is lying online about Dry January

He’s preaching the virtues of sobriety on TikTok but still crushing six-packs every weekend, and the hypocrisy is getting on my nerves. Should I call him out?

Dear Urban Diplomat: My co-workers have forgotten how to behave in an office

Dear Urban Diplomat: My co-workers have forgotten how to behave in an office

I actually don’t mind the return-to-office mandate, but it seems like so much working from home has caused my fellow employees’ self-awareness to atrophy

Dear Urban Diplomat: My friends are getting into sober raves, and I just can't see the appeal

Dear Urban Diplomat: My friends are getting into sober raves, and I just can’t see the appeal

How does one cut loose in a well-lit room while the sun is shining and no one is even a little intoxicated?