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Friday · Jun 19, 2026

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11:48
PM
Pulse

Leafs acquire Darren Raddysh from Tampa

Leafs just signed Darren Raddysh to an 8-year deal after acquiring him from Tampa. offseason is heating up

11:32
PM
News Brief

Trail Movement launches to support racialized Queer refugees

A new Toronto organization founded by 2SLGBTQIA+ newcomers launches on World Refugee Day to address gaps in settlement services.

11:15
PM
Pulse

Morocco and Scotland fans partying at Dundas Square

Morocco vs Scotland fans took over Dundas Square — bagpipes, drums, flags everywhere. World Cup energy is absolutely wild rn

10:59
PM
News Brief

Tyler Heineman thanks Toronto after Angels trade

The catcher posted an emotional Instagram message reflecting on his five years with the Blue Jays.

10:42
PM
Pulse

Shawn Desman doing AMA on Reddit Monday

Shawn Desman's doing an AMA on r/toronto Monday, June 22 from 4–6pm ET. worth checking out if you're into it

10:30
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Tonight

DJ SODA

DPRTMNT

10:30
PM
Tonight

Emo Night Toronto at Sneaky Dee's

Sneaky Dee's Concert Venue

10:10
PM
News Brief

World Cup traffic strategy worked, city says

Toronto kept traffic flowing despite hundreds of thousands of visitors by shifting riders to transit and cycling.

10:00
PM
Tonight

Kitty's Rave

Lee's Palace

10:00
PM
Tonight

IDEMI | 4AM LAST CALL

CODA

10:00
PM
Tonight

Conrad Taylor

The Mod Club

9:53
PM
Pulse

Catching the Rocket from Brickworks lookout

someone posted the perfect shot of the Rocket from the Brickworks lookout — views are unreal rn

9:04
PM
News Brief

Overdose alert issued for downtown Toronto

Toronto Public Health warns of tainted street drugs circulating in the unregulated supply downtown.

9:00
PM
Tonight

SORRY PETE

Spot 1 Grill & Music Hall

9:00
PM
Tonight

Syd Taylor (19+)

The Garrison - Toronto

9:00
PM
Tonight

Double Triangle Vol 1

The Dance Cave

8:30
PM
Tonight

Dressing the Abbey Exhibit

Casa Loma

8:00
PM
Tonight

Dressing the Abbey Exhibit

Casa Loma

8:00
PM
Tonight

Tiger Bride - Toronto

Michael Young Theatre at Young Centre for the Performing Arts

8:00
PM
Tonight

Pippin - Whitby

The Whitby Courthouse Theatre

8:00
PM
Tonight

Rogers Centre Ballpark Tours

Rogers Centre

7:31
PM
Pulse

That random hail storm hit hard for a few minutes

anyone else catch that wild hail dump this afternoon? lasted like five minutes but it was absolutely crazy — people were posting videos from all over the city.

7:30
PM
Tonight

Paranormal Activity - Toronto

Ed Mirvish Theatre

7:30
PM
Tonight

Medusa - Toronto

Baillie Theatre at Young Centre for the Performing Arts

7:30
PM
Tonight

Trey Anastasio

Massey Hall

7:30
PM
Tonight

& Juliet - Toronto

Royal Alexandra Theatre

7:30
PM
Tonight

The Outsiders - Toronto

Princess of Wales Theatre Toronto

7:30
PM
Tonight

Cirque du Soleil: Luzia - Toronto

Under the Big Top Toronto

7:30
PM
Tonight

Dressing the Abbey Exhibit

Casa Loma

7:30
PM
Tonight

Scarborough Shooting Stars vs. Ottawa BlackJacks

Toronto Pan Am Sports Centre

7:30
PM
Tonight

Fires In The Distance, Solemn Vision

The Baby G

7:30
PM
Tonight

National Ballet of Canada - MADDADDAM

Four Seasons Centre for the Performing Arts

7:08
PM
News Brief

Angus Reid demands Ford retract 'fake' polling claim

The polling firm sent a legal letter after the premier dismissed approval-rating data as skewed, saying their research is independent and accurate.

7:00
PM
Tonight

NIGHT FLOWER | Toronto Japanese Film Festival

Japanese Canadian Cultural Centre

7:00
PM
Tonight

Meghan Patrick - Golden Child Tour

Biltmore Theatre

7:00
PM
Tonight

Nimba

Lyric Theatre at Meridian Arts Centre

7:00
PM
Tonight

Maribou State

Harbourfront

7:00
PM
Tonight

Harkirat Sangha

History

7:00
PM
Tonight

Jessica Baio with Britton

The Opera House - Toronto

7:00
PM
Tonight

Toronto Marlies v Chicago Wolves - AHL Playoffs Round 5 Home Game 3

Coca-Cola Coliseum

7:00
PM
Tonight

Fires In The Distance, Solemn Vision

The Baby G

7:00
PM
Tonight

Supersonic - North America's Tribute To Oasis

The Phoenix Concert Theatre

7:00
PM
Tonight

Maribou State

Harbourfront Centre Concert Stage

7:00
PM
Tonight

Weak Hands w/ Centraal, Adam T & ​Megan Oquias

Supermarket

7:00
PM
Tonight

Wintersleep

The Concert Hall

7:00
PM
Tonight

Trap Karaoke

REBEL

7:00
PM
Tonight

JESSICA BAIO - The Other Side Tour

The Opera House

7:00
PM
Tonight

Harkirat Sangha - Interstellar World Tour

The Danforth Music Hall

7:00
PM
Tonight

Dressing the Abbey Exhibit

Casa Loma

7:00
PM
Tonight

Nimba

Meridian Arts Centre: Lyric Theatre

7:00
PM
Tonight

Blakk Zzabbath Sozziety, Vampires Of Hollywood

Rockpile Rock Bar

7:00
PM
Tonight

Wintersleep

The Concert Hall - Toronto

6:57
PM
Pulse

World Cup traffic scare didn't materialize, officials say

worried about gridlock during World Cup matches in Toronto? turns out the traffic fears haven't panned out so far, officials say. city's running smoother than everyone expected.

6:45
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Tonight

Arkells

RBC Amphitheatre

6:34
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Eat & Drink

Defina Wood Fired closes after a decade in the Junction

The beloved wood-fired pizza spot is calling it after nearly 10 years, but the original Pizzeria Defina in Roncesvalles continues.

6:30
PM
Tonight

Ottawa Blackjacks at Scarborough Shooting Stars

CIBC Pan Am Parapan Am Aquatics Centre and Field House

6:30
PM
Tonight

Dressing the Abbey Exhibit

Casa Loma

6:30
PM
Tonight

Revival Dance Company Chapter 8

Meadowvale Theatre

6:30
PM
Tonight

JOJI: SOLARIS

Scotiabank Arena

6:12
PM
News Brief

Shane Bieber nearing return for Blue Jays after elbow recovery

The 2020 Cy Young winner completed a rehab stint and could be activated within days, manager John Schneider said.

6:01
PM
Pulse

Someone's boat is loose on the harbour

someone's boat broke free on the harbour rn. world cup chaos or just a friday? either way, Toronto's got something new on the water to deal with.

6:00
PM
Tonight

Pints & Ponytails

BOND|ST Event Centre

6:00
PM
Tonight

KEEP w/ Black-Headed Gull, Luster Dust & Away Forward at Sneaky Dee's

Sneaky Dee's Concert Venue

6:00
PM
Tonight

Dressing the Abbey Exhibit

Casa Loma

5:49
PM
Neighborhoods

Church Street closes to traffic for the summer starting today

The pedestrianization pilot runs Friday through August 21, hoping to boost local businesses during Pride Month and beyond.

5:30
PM
Tonight

Dressing the Abbey Exhibit

Casa Loma

5:27
PM
Eat & Drink

Magnolia Bakery bringing banana pudding obsession to Ontario

The iconic New York dessert shop plans to open 10 locations across the province, starting soon.

5:04
PM
News Brief

TTC won't refund millions in tokens, ombudsman says

A 65-page report criticizes the transit agency's decision to discontinue tokens and tickets without public consultation or a refund policy.

2:49
PM
News Brief

Canada wins first men's World Cup match with 6-0 rout of Qatar

Thousands converged at Toronto's FIFA Fan Festival at Fort York on Thursday to celebrate the historic victory on home soil.

2:34
PM
Pulse

Free food and drink at Canada Soccer House this week

Canada Soccer House has free samples—mac & cheese from Walmart, coffee from Tims, fries, and gelato from Mizzica. If you're hitting up the FIFA festivities, worth checking out.

2:04
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News Brief

Gardiner Expressway closed westbound at Rees after vehicle fire

A multi-vehicle crash and fire on Friday morning left two people hospitalized with serious, non-life-threatening injuries.

1:49
PM
Pulse

Leafs working on sign-and-trade for defenseman Darren Raddysh

The Toronto Maple Leafs are reportedly working toward a sign-and-trade with Tampa Bay for defenseman Darren Raddysh. Could be GM John Chayka's first major blockbuster move...

1:34
PM
Neighborhoods

Man charged after pickup truck strikes 3 pedestrians in Forest Hill

A 2-year-old boy and 32-year-old man suffered serious injuries Wednesday when a pickup truck left the roadway on Bathurst Street.

1:30
PM
Tonight

FIFA Fan Festival Toronto

Fort York & The Bentway

1:04
PM
News Brief

Suspect in Toronto officer's killing formally charged with murder

Nicholas Bennett, 19, regained consciousness in hospital Friday and was formally charged with first-degree murder in the June 11 death of Const. Marc Pinizzotto.

12:49
PM
Pulse

Ghana vs Panama stoppage-time drama at BMO Field had the crowd dancing

Ghana pulled off a dramatic late-game win over Panama at BMO Field Friday during the World Cup and the pitch was absolutely rocking. Iconic celebration dance from Ghana's...

12:34
PM
Neighborhoods

Two border collies keeping Canada geese off World Cup training pitch in Etobicoke

Sally and Ben are patrolling the official FIFA training site at Centennial Park to protect the pitch from damage and droppings.

12:04
PM
News Brief

Why Indigenous cuisine remains critically rare in Toronto

Chefs say wild game and Indigenous ingredients cost more—and permanent restaurant spaces are nearly impossible to sustain in the city.

9:30
AM
Tonight

Casa Loma General Admission

Casa Loma

7:38
AM
Pulse

Mirror room at the AGO is mesmerizing people online

The Art Gallery of Ontario's infinite mirror installation is breaking the internet right now—creators can't stop filming it. Walk in, see yourself endlessly reflected. It's...

7:12
AM
News Brief

Stronach faces verdict in sexual assault trial today

Ontario judge expected to rule on charges against Magna founder after trial that saw alleged victims' count drop from 7 to 3.

6:47
AM
Pulse

YouTube creator DCT starting food travel series across four cities

Toronto creator just launched DCT Eats The World—dropping videos hitting Toronto, Detroit, Chicago, and Vancouver for hidden gems and local food challenges. Already getting...

6:21
AM
Eat & Drink

Sweet Minis selling out daily at Harbourfront World Cup pop-up

Mobile dessert shop's scoopable cookies are gone by day's end; the Airstream trailer runs through July 11 during FIFA tournament.

5:04
AM
News Brief

Ontario needs 1M university grads over next decade to fill labour gaps

STEM fields face highest demand with 200,000 positions needed; province committing $1.7B to expand enrollment in high-demand programs.