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“I didn’t have enough time to be anxious”: U of T goalie Jett Alexander on his surprise NHL debut

“I didn’t have enough time to be anxious”: U of T goalie Jett Alexander on his surprise NHL debut

The varsity goaltender chats about his last-minute Leafs game, growing up a Canadiens fan and Toronto’s playoff prospects

This mortgage broker makes $240,000 a year. How does he spend it?

This mortgage broker makes $240,000 a year. How does he spend it?

“I cut out the LCBO, restaurants and bars to save money”

Laneway Suite of the Week: A fully furnished shipping container in Caledonia-Fairbank

Real Estate News

Laneway Suite of the Week: A fully furnished shipping container in Caledonia-Fairbank

Architect Ben Gaum designed his 400-square-foot backyard home to be green, durable, affordable and stylish

The best places to eat and drink near the Rogers Centre

The best places to eat and drink near the Rogers Centre

A dozen bars within a 10-minute walk of the stadium

Sneak Peek: Inside the Outfield District—the first part of the Rogers Centre's $300-million renovation

Sneak Peek: Inside the Outfield District—the first part of the Rogers Centre’s $300-million renovation

The Blue Jays' spiced-up ballpark is a fan's dream: bars, restaurants, fun zones and incredible views of the game

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.

"All of a sudden chips cost five dollars": Bargain hunters share their tips for keeping grocery bills low

“All of a sudden chips cost five dollars”: Bargain hunters share their tips for keeping grocery bills low

We asked thrifty Dollarama shoppers about their best dollar-store finds and how they're navigating the rising cost of living

Thirty-one photos from Easter celebrations in Toronto over the decades

Thirty-one photos from Easter celebrations in Toronto over the decades

Featuring time with family, vaguely sinister bunny costumes and lots of chocolate

Inside the star-studded opening of the Netflix Canada headquarters

Inside the star-studded opening of the Netflix Canada headquarters

Ted Sarandos, Justin Trudeau, and stars from Stranger Things, The White Lotus, Ferrari, Never Have I Ever and more raised a glass to 10,000 square feet of premium CanCon

"I had a successful corporate career, but food was my passion. Leaving it all behind to open a bakery was the best decision I ever made"

“I had a successful corporate career, but food was my passion. Leaving it all behind to open a bakery was the best decision I ever made”

Jean Blacklock spent more than two decades working as a lawyer and at a bank. Her true calling? Opening Prairie Girl Bakery

Toronto storm chaser George Kourounis shares 10 of his all-time favourite extreme-weather moments

Toronto storm chaser George Kourounis shares 10 of his all-time favourite extreme-weather moments

"I've had lightning strike so near to me that I saw the sparks come off the ground and felt the heat on my face"

House of the Week: $3.1 million for a Guildwood classic perched above the Scarborough Bluffs

Real Estate News

House of the Week: $3.1 million for a Guildwood classic perched above the Scarborough Bluffs

The 3,400-square-foot property comes with a kitchen pretty enough for TV, six parking spots and a massive backyard with an in-ground pool

Rental of the Week: $6,500 for a Mount Pleasant townhouse with a private elevator and a rooftop terrace

Real Estate News

Rental of the Week: $6,500 for a Mount Pleasant townhouse with a private elevator and a rooftop terrace

At 1,700 square feet, the place also comes with 10-foot-tall coffered ceilings, a walk-in closet and a heated garage

Inside Toronto's new Stranger Things experience

Inside Toronto’s new Stranger Things experience

Complete with a real-life Hawkins Lab, demogorgons and merch galore

House of the Week: This Thornhill side-split last sold for $180,000. Now it's going for $1.9 million

Real Estate News

House of the Week: This Thornhill side-split last sold for $180,000. Now it’s going for $1.9 million

At 2,500 square feet, the property comes with a giant walk-in closet, a basement bar, an in-ground pool and a covered second-storey deck

"Nobody wants vehicles speeding through their backyard": Why this road-safety expert is calling for a car-free High Park

“Nobody wants vehicles speeding through their backyard”: Why this road-safety expert is calling for a car-free High Park

Thomas DeVito explains why banning vehicles is the safest, healthiest and most environmentally friendly move

Beef, starring Ali Wong and Steven Yuen, hits Netflix—plus everything else we're excited to watch this week

Beef, starring Ali Wong and Steven Yuen, hits Netflix—plus everything else we’re excited to watch this week

Here are the 10 most anticipated titles coming to Paramount Plus, Hayu, Prime Video, Netflix, Disney Plus and Apple TV Plus

Condo of the Week: $4.8 million to live in a converted suite on the 31st floor of the Four Seasons

Real Estate News

Condo of the Week: $4.8 million to live in a converted suite on the 31st floor of the Four Seasons

This 2,100-square-foot home comes with a private elevator, marble walls, tons of oak and amenities found only in Toronto's most famous hotel

Condo of the Week: $999,000 for a sleek Yorkville unit in a futuristic building across from Sotto Sotto

Real Estate News

Condo of the Week: $999,000 for a sleek Yorkville unit in a futuristic building across from Sotto Sotto

The 733-square-foot property comes with underground parking, plenty of amenities, wall-to-wall windows and a golden balcony with a view of the skyline

"I was attacked at St. Clair station. The TTC never investigated the assault"

“I was attacked at St. Clair station. The TTC never investigated the assault”

When Jason Wang reported the incident to the agency, he remembers being told that someone would contact him within 15 days. That was 17 months ago—the TTC never followed up

Cottage of the Week: $4.5 million for a smart farmhouse with a killer wine cellar sitting on 14 acres of land

Real Estate News

Cottage of the Week: $4.5 million for a smart farmhouse with a killer wine cellar sitting on 14 acres of land

This 4,100-square-foot property also comes with an EV charger, a dog wash area, a laundry chute and stunning nature views

“If you’re a developer eyeing the Greenbelt, just know the federal government has the power to intervene”: A Q&A with environment minister Steven Guilbeault

“If you’re a developer eyeing the Greenbelt, just know the federal government has the power to intervene”: A Q&A with environment minister Steven Guilbeault

The minister of Environment and Climate Change Canada discusses being a thorn in Doug Ford's side, his plan to protect Rouge National Urban Park and the time he scaled the CN Tower to protest climate injustice

Murder Mystery 2, Rye Lane and more of the best titles to stream this week

Murder Mystery 2, Rye Lane and more of the best titles to stream this week

Here are the 10 most anticipated titles coming to Crave, Disney Plus, Netflix, CBC Gem and Apple TV Plus this week

“Every Black child needs an advocate in the school system—it’s how they survive”: A Q&A with the founder of Parents of Black Children

“Every Black child needs an advocate in the school system—it’s how they survive”: A Q&A with the founder of Parents of Black Children

Charline Grant supports families whose children are experiencing racism in education. Now, she's helping a mother who alleges that her six-year-old son was discriminated against by his teacher at John Fisher Public School

Nineteen archival photos of US presidents and their families visiting Toronto

Nineteen archival photos of US presidents and their families visiting Toronto

Following Joe Biden's visit to Ottawa over the weekend, here’s a selection of photos of former US leaders in Toronto

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?