Let’s face it. 2020 has been…maybe a bit stressful! And pairing that with the regular day to day stresses of life in the big city we can often forget to take in some essential quality “Me Time” to help us unplug, decompress, and relax a little bit so all of our stresses and little aches…
Looking to support local? Of course you are! Below we have rounded up a short list of local businesses and organizations in Old Town Toronto who would love your support. Check out their featured services, products and events this month, and plan to pay them a visit soon. Cheers! Trivia Night Tuesdays Fun questions that…
We don’t like to brag, but here in Old Town Toronto we have quite a lot going for us. The incredibly rich history, the marketplace full of hard to find delicacies, the unparalleled culinary scene, stores for literally any possible need you could have…but did you also know we have an internationally loved public art…
For us the only thing better than talking about how much we love Old Town Toronto is hearing other people talk about how much they love it! After all, OTT has a lot of different things for all types of people, so hearing from folks about what makes the area special to them is always…
As July comes to a close, we’re looking back on some of the fun memories that have happened this month, one of which was celebrating all of our proudly independent Old Town Toronto businesses for Independent Retailer Month. So many businesses have been calling Old Town Toronto home over the years and we couldn’t be…
As the days get a little longer and the temperature gets a little warmer, the city enters what is arguably the best time of year: patio season! Admittedly things are a little bit different this year, but steps have been taken to ensure people’s safety during the pandemic and we honestly couldn’t be happier to…
While we like to joke that we spend too much time on the internet looking at nothing, the fact is that so much of our lives are shared online and it’s allowed us to stay connected with nearly everyone we know. The internet has also shown us that Toronto is home to an eclectic mix…
Let’s face it, while remaining indoors during this weird time has its benefits, sometimes things can get a little monotonous and boring. And if you have a child, the need to shake things up and provide some variety to the days for their benefit (and yours) is more important than ever. But no need to…
As the weather gets a little warmer we find ourselves longing for a patio or a nice air-conditioned room, enjoying a nice little glass of something special in the company of friends. Well, that dream may be delayed for a little while yet, but that doesn’t mean you can’t get a little taste of Old…
One of the many perks about being a district as old as we are is that we have some of the best stories about Toronto. From the South Market Building being the city’s first City Hall and police station to an actual hidden tunnel under Wellington Street, we have no shortage of stories where Old…
Our local businesses continue to adapt and follow provincial guidelines, which direct which types of businesses can be open, capacity levels and more. At this time you are invited to visit our latest edition of Where To Support Local This Month In Old Town Toronto by clicking here to visit our blog. This monthly blog communicates…
Here in Old Town Toronto, we care about sustainable consumption. It’s just the approach that makes the most sense from all perspectives; it helps the environment, the economy, and the growth of our sense of community. Besides these excellent reasons to shop local, there’s the fact that Old Town Toronto has all kinds of brilliant…
Enjoy cooking with beer? What about comedy and trivia nights? Want to make your own face scrub? How about a few nights at the theatre? If you are looking for ideas to fill your March, scroll on and discover what Old Town Toronto has to offer. Be sure to follow us on social media for…
As Canadians, we obviously take pride in our internationally known superstars… but we’re especially proud of our fellow Torontonians’ successes. The world has Toronto to think for many of its greatest talents and brightest minds, so we just wanted to take a minute to remind everyone about those minds and talents. Without further adieu, take…
Google “things to do in Toronto” and no matter which list you click, St. Lawrence Market is bound to make an appearance. If it’s not the handsome, red-brick architecture that appeals, it’ll be the fresh produce. Or the artisan shops. Or the events hosted year-round. It’s hard to encapsulate the full glory of the market;…