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Wednesday · May 20, 2026

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Tonight

Guided Tours of Scotiabank Arena

Scotiabank Arena

11:45
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Pulse

Geese family crossing Front Street today

Geese family waddling across Front Street today like they own the place. Peak Toronto spring moment.

11:05
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Pulse

Viral water bikes return this June

Water bikes are back on the waterfront starting June 1st. If you haven't tried it yet, summer's the time.

10:25
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Pulse

King of SPAIN is in town

King of Spain is in town. No joke—apparently some major royal visit happening in Toronto this week.

10:05
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News Brief

City Council Mandates Side Guards on Trucks

Toronto approves new safety rules for all commercial trucks operating under city contracts, starting May 2027.

9:45
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Neighborhoods

SHEIN's Biggest Canadian Pop-Up Lands on Queen West

Fashion retailer transforms 341 Queen St. W into immersive summer experience May 28–31.

9:25
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The Lead

Security Alert: Luggage Tag Scam Targets Toronto Pearson

At least 17 travelers from Canada arrested abroad after alleged baggage-switching scheme using insider access at airports.

9:04
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News Brief

Snowbirds' Final Flight Season Kicks Off in Montreal

Canada's iconic aerial squad performs last shows in aging Tutor jets before grounding in early 2030s.

9:04
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Eat & Drink

Why IKEA's China Menu Puts Canada's to Shame

Content creator compares wildly different food options across IKEA restaurants in Beijing versus Toronto.

9:04
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Eat & Drink

The Melting Pot Eyes Canadian Expansion From Calgary

Major U.S. fondue chain reveals plans to bring four-course dining experience north of the border.

9:04
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News Brief

Motorcyclist Seriously Injured in Markham Crash

York Region police respond to collision involving motorcycle and truck on Woodbine Avenue Wednesday evening.

9:04
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News Brief

Rain Barrels Now Under $10 for Toronto Residents

City launches pilot program offering discounted rain barrels and downspout diverters with free delivery.

8:00
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Tonight

Ari Lennox

Massey Hall

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Tonight

High Fade (19+)

Adelaide Hall

8:00
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Tonight

Rogers Centre Ballpark Tours

Rogers Centre

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News Brief

Circle K Fuel Day Drops 10¢ per Litre Tomorrow

Ontario drivers can save at pumps Thursday 3–7 p.m.; Circle K also donating to children's hospitals.

7:27
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Pulse

Toronto 911 got rerouted by technical glitch Tuesday

About 200 911 calls got rerouted yesterday because of a technical issue at Toronto police. Took about half an hour to fix but everyone's asking how that even happens.

7:15
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News Brief

Shots Fired at Downtown Steakhouse; No Injuries

Police investigate gunfire at Animl Steakhouse near Wellington and Spadina; bullet holes found in glass door.

7:02
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News Brief

F1 Grand Prix in Montreal Gets Amex Member Perks

Exclusive trackside lounges, custom experiences, and Maison Amex in Montreal available for cardholders May 21–24.

7:00
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Tonight

Toronto Marlies v Cleveland Monsters- AHL Playoffs Round 3 Home Game 1

Coca-Cola Coliseum

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Tonight

Saintseneca

The Sound Garage

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Tonight

Munk Debate - Foreign Wars

Meridian Hall

7:00
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Tonight

City of the Sun

The Garrison - Toronto

7:00
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Tonight

Claire Rosinkranz - My Lover Tour

The Mod Club

7:00
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Tonight

City of the Sun

The Garrison

7:00
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Tonight

Victoria Alex

Drake Underground

7:00
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Tonight

FAILURE with special guests All Under Heaven: LOCATION LOST TOUR

The Opera House

7:00
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Tonight

Failure with All Under Heaven

The Opera House - Toronto

6:49
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Eat & Drink

Mizunara Japanese Whisky Bar Opens in Entertainment District

New cocktail lounge brings Japanese whisky and omakase-style cocktail service to Toronto's nightlife scene.

6:24
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Pulse

1979 Toronto Star found inside renovation wall

Someone doing renovations found a complete Toronto Star sports section from August 5, 1979 sealed inside a wall. The city has layers.

6:11
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News Brief

Police Hunt Man Wanted in Port Lands Assault

Toronto police seek public help identifying suspect in October incident near Commissioners and Saulter Streets.

5:59
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News Brief

Stackt Market Becomes World Cup Hub for a Month

Adidas takes over the shipping container market June 11–July 19 with watch parties, food, and soccer activations. Free entry.

5:46
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Eat & Drink

A&W Launches Smash Burger; Toronto Gets First Taste

Hand-smashed beef patties with cheddar and secret sauce debut nationwide May 25, but Toronto gets early access Friday.

5:21
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Pulse

Geese downtown at lunch

A flock of geese invaded downtown Toronto during lunch hour and everyone's posting videos. Classic May move.

5:08
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News Brief

Generic Ozempic Hits Canadian Pharmacy Shelves

Two generic versions of semaglutide arriving this week at a fraction of Ozempic's cost for diabetes and weight loss treatment.

4:56
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The Lead

Island Airport Expansion Could Cost $5 Billion

Toronto Port Authority says Billy Bishop expansion will run $4-5B over 25 years as provincial hearings begin on the polarizing development plan.

4:43
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Feature

Toronto's New Guard of Fashion Designers Is Rising

Homegrown talent is reshaping the city's design landscape, building independent brands that rival established names.

4:30
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News Brief

How to Get to FIFA World Cup Games at Toronto Stadium

Six matches at BMO Field this summer; TTC is the move. Here's what you need to know about transit, timing, and avoiding traffic.

4:18
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Eat & Drink

Pizzeria Badiali Opens Second Location on Markham

The cult pizza favorite expanded from Dovercourt to the Annex with bigger space and a new granny-style crust option.

2:00
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Pulse

Ontario Line Could Face Another Project Delay

A YouTube deep-dive is asking whether Canada's about to fail on yet another major rail project. The Ontario Line was supposed to ease transit pain—now questions are swirling...

1:28
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Pulse

Airport Security Gaps Exposed in W5 Investigation

A W5 investigation tested whether the public can access restricted airport areas—and spoiler alert, they could. Security vulnerabilities revealed, questions being asked.

12:56
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Pulse

Sound Cameras Could Ticket Noisy Vehicles in Toronto

City council is eyeing sound cameras to ticket vehicles that are too loud, responding to complaints about modified exhausts and modified cars tearing through neighborhoods....

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Eat & Drink

Carbon Bar's Sunday Brunch Joins Toronto's Lineup Wars

The iconic smokehouse is launching a weekend brunch service, throwing its hat into the city's most competitive meal—and expecting lines.

11:52
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News Brief

Chris Glover Takes Over CBC Radio's Metro Morning

Toronto journalist Chris Glover, a veteran guest host, officially takes the chair on Thursday as the permanent host of CBC Radio's top-rated morning show.

11:36
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The Lead

Toronto 911 System Rerouted 200 Calls Over Technical Glitch

A 30-minute outage Tuesday sent emergency calls to neighboring police services, raising questions about redundancy protocols and system reliability during peak hours.

11:20
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Eat & Drink

Planta's Toronto Era Ends as Plant-Based Icon Closes Permanently

The beloved vegan restaurant that put Toronto on the plant-based map shuts its Yorkville and Queen West locations permanently amid bankruptcy, leaving a culinary legacy and a...

9:47
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Pulse

CBC yanks Kars4Kids ads after that jingle gets banned

CBC pulled Kars4Kids ads after a U.S. court banned the 'deceptive' jingle. Toronto radio listeners can finally get relief from the earworm—at least for now.

9:15
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Pulse

Rainbow bloomed over the CN Tower after the rain

A rainbow rose straight from the CN Tower after a quick storm. You don't see that every day—the whole thing framed the city's skyline perfectly.

8:43
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Pulse

Christie Pits filled the city with spring energy this Sunday

Christie Pits was packed Sunday with everyone soaking up the warm weather. The park's the heartbeat of the neighbourhood when the sun comes out—everyone's there.

8:27
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The Lead

Emergency 911 call fails. Family now demands hearing tests for operators

Ontario man's death sparks petition for 911 call-taker reforms after desperate call went unheard.

8:11
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Eat & Drink

Toronto's best food streets, ranked by locals

Residents pick King West, Ossington, and Queen—but St. Clair West took the crown.

7:39
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Pulse

Planta's Queen West closure hits Toronto diners

Planta just closed both its Toronto locations, and it stings. The vegan restaurant was the flagship for the brand, so losing it to Queen West feels like a real loss for the...

7:23
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The Lead

Billy Bishop expansion plan could hit $5B price tag

Federal operator confirms airport users, not taxpayers, will fund 25-year upgrade—but critics urge government to abandon proposal.

7:07
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News Brief

Doors Open Toronto unlocks 16 heritage buildings this weekend

Explore architecture and history usually off-limits to the public—May 23 and 24 only.

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Eat & Drink

Hank's Chill: hidden slushy bar opens in Toronto

Diet Coke slushies return—now tucked inside a Dundas West jewellery shop with piña colada and more.