/
1x
Advertisement
Proudly Canadian, obsessively Toronto. Subscribe to Toronto Life!
City News

Reasons to Love Toronto Now: because we bleed purple

By Jean Grant
Copy link
Reasons to Love Toronto Now: because we bleed purple

The Raptors are Toronto’s current great hope of sporting success. For the last two years, they’ve dominated their division and scored a playoff spot—only to choke in the first round. Never mind: long-dormant enthusiasts and a generation of kids who were raised on a diet of Vince Carter’s highlight dunks are the NBA’s most dedicated, most obsessive fan base, the type of nutjobs who’ll stand outside the ACC in rain, sleet or snow to cheer on the team inside.

(Images: Luis Mora)
(Images: Luis Mora)
(Images: Luis Mora)
(Images: Luis Mora)

(Images: Luis Mora)

NEVER MISS A TORONTO LIFE STORY

Sign up for This City, our free newsletter about everything that matters right now in Toronto politics, sports, business, culture, society and more.

By signing up, you agree to our terms of use and privacy policy.
You may unsubscribe at any time.

This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service apply.

Advertisement
Advertisement

Big Stories

Inside the rise and fall of the Vaulter Bandit, the 21st century’s most notorious bank robber
Deep Dives

Inside the rise and fall of the Vaulter Bandit, the 21st century’s most notorious bank robber

Inside the Latest Issue

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