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Tuesday, May 31, 2016

Vote for your favourite Doors Open Toronto photo

Leslie Barns Doors Open Toronto 2016Doors Open Toronto has come and gone for another season, having shed more light on some of the city's most fascinating and often hard to access buildings. As always the event resulted in an epic crop of photos. We've narrowed our contest submissions down to our 10 favourites and now ask that you vote for your favourite of the finalists.

1. Lead photo by @mingsiu37 at Leslie Barns.

Doors Open Toronto 20162. Photo by @alexandramack22 at Commerce Court.

Doors Open Toronto 20163. Photo by @aimhernandez at Osgoode Hall.

Doors Open Toronto 20164. Photo by @pplunar at the City Hall Rotunda.

Doors Open Toronto 20165. Photo by @campbell6999 at the Queen Richmond Centre.

Doors Open Toronto 20166. Photo by @comoaguapara at Ryerson.

Doors Open Toronto 20167. Photo by @ophisar at Billy Bishop.

Doors Open Toronto 20168. Photo by @pascalarseneau at Glendon.

Doors Open Toronto 20169. Photo by @vl_ronnie at the Don Jail.

Doors Open Toronto 201610. Photo by @kyrojopho at City of Toronto Archives.

VOTE FOR YOUR FAVOURITE PHOTO


doors open torontoVoting will remain open until end of day June 7, 2016. The top three vote getters will receive the following prizes from Henry's Canada.

  • 1st place: $300 gift certificate
  • 2nd place: $150 gift certificate
  • 3rd place: $50 gift certificate

A big thanks to everyone who submitted photos to the contest.


by Jaclyn Skrobacky via blogTO

Trans and Pride flags make history at Toronto City Hall

trans flagThe official Pride and Trans flags were raised at the same time for the first time ever today to help kick off Pride Month. Never have the two flags been raised simultaneously to launch North America's largest Pride event, and never before has there been a Pride Month in Toronto. Who says a week is enough to celebrate Pride? Who cares!

Both flags could not be raised on the main flag pole at City Hall because of city protocols, so the Trans flag is flying on Queen Street, next to the fountains.

Both Mayor John Tory and Pride Executive Director Mathieu Chantelois highlighted positive developments in the LGBT community with the introduction of Bill C-16 (guaranteeing rights and protection for transgender people under the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms) as well as funding for two LGBT youth shelters.

It's also worth mentioning, Rachel Clark, member of the Pride Board of Directors, will be the first trans woman ever to throw the pitch at a Blue Jays game on June 9.

Pride TorontoIt's great that the flags are now up, but things really get started at AGO's First Thursdays party in partnership with Pride and curated by Bruce LaBruce. The parties, talks, film screenings, lectures, art shows, performances and finally, three parades all follow suit. There are over 60 events over the span of 33 days.

Brace yourself, and prepare your liver and dancing legs for the tremendous workout to come.


by Phil Villeneuve via blogTO

Toronto is getting a vegan dessert food truck

sweet teeth food truckVegans rejoice! Toronto is getting yet another vegan food truck. Earlier this spring we saw the launch of the city's first vegan truck, The Vegan Extremist, and soon a vegan dessert truck is going to hit the streets.

The Sweet Teeth food truck will be serving up a 100% vegan menu of gourmet waffles and dairy free frozen treats including soft serve, sundaes, milkshakes and a chocolate waffle topped with banana, chocolate, peanut butter drizzle and icing sugar.

Truck owners Cam and Taz plan to debut the city's first vegan dessert truck in early July but have currently set up a Kickstarter to speed up the process.

Image via the Sweet Teeth Food Truck.


by Jaclyn Skrobacky via blogTO

TTC fallout after subway door left open on Viaduct

ttc open subway doorIf you wanted an adrenaline rush last week in Toronto, you didn't need to schlepp all the way to Wonderland. Instead, you could have simply taken a trip on the Red Rocket.

That's because last Friday, at around 6 p.m., the door on a west-bound TTC subway train stayed open as it sped over the Bloor Viaduct. One passenger caught the whole thrilling ride on camera.

The TTC says the incident was the result of human error. The Toronto Star reports that the individual responsible has been fired.

As the Star writes, the subway train can't leave the station if a door remains open. If one won't close, there are certain safety procedures a train guard must go through, including evacuating the affected car and barricading the malfunctioning door.

Photo by David Dang via the blogTO Flickr pool.


by Amy Grief via blogTO

Come and meet the best of French Tech startups in Toronto!

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by via Toronto Networking Events

Where to celebrate National Donut Day 2016 in Toronto

national donut dayNational Donut Day is June 3 and local bakeries are offering sweet deals to celebrate. As an annual tradition since 1938, this event is about more that just devouring honey crullers and beignets. The Salvation Army first established National Donut Day to honour the Donut Lassies who handed out treats to soldiers during World War I.

Here's how you can mark National Donut Day in Toronto.

Jelly Modern Doughnuts
All locations are participating by giving away free vanilla glazed mini donuts filled with chocolate pastry cream. Donuts decorated with happy faces will also be on sale with 10 per cent going to the Salvation Army. Contests in store will give you the chance to win donuts for a year.

SanRemo
The Italian bakery in Etobicoke is whipping up special flavours for the big day. Find Lucky Charms, strawberry shortcake and s'mores donuts available while quantities last.

The Rolling Pin
This bakeshop is going all out on Donut Day by offering special flavours like a s'mores funnel cake, Station Cold Brew and toasted oatmeal, bourbon ginger peach pie and dulce de leche crullers to name just a few. Pre-orders are encouraged.

Glory Hole Doughnuts
This Parkdale donut shop is still finessing the details for its Donut Day celebrations, but expect an abundance of deep-fried delicacies, along with cold brew coffee floats, in store.

Through Being Cool Vegan Baking Co.
Celebrate the sweet day at this vegan bakeshop in Bloordale. It's not doing anything too crazy for Donut Day, though you'll still find 20 different flavours in store if you want to take the celebrations home... or to the park.

Krispy Kreme
Get a free donut at any location on Friday, June 3. There's no purchase necessary, but you're encouraged to donate to The Salvation Army's Red Kettles stationed at the cash registers.

Photo of the Rolling Pin by Jesse Milns.


by Liora Ipsum via blogTO

Toronto's most underrated bike shop opens 2nd location

Riders Cycle and BoardThis bike shop has made locals around Dovercourt Village happy for more than five years. Now it's taken its community-driven approach to a busy cycle route southeast of the original shop, where it'll likely garner a whole lot more attention for its excellent service, fair prices, and enthusiastic staff.

Find out more in my profile of Riders Cycle and Board.


by Derek Flack via blogTO

Beyond Journalism

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The top 15 markets and pop-ups in Toronto for June

toronto popupThe top markets and pop-up shops in Toronto this June get a solid A-grade for variety. Food, eco-friendly fashion, custom t-shirt parties, and one-night-only live recreations of violent paintings are all on the docket. There's plenty to see and do during these early summer weeks.

Here are my picks for the top markets and pop-ups in Toronto this June.

The Base Adidas Pop-up (June 3-July 10)
Adidas launches an interactive pop up shop celebrating Euro Cup. The Base (at 584 College Street) is a viewing lounge and retail store at 584 College Street featuring on-site jersey printing. This one's for the soccer fanatics.

teALCHEMY (June 3-17)
Setting up shop at 93 Bloor Street West, this is a pop up for tea lovers. They are loose tea and matcha specialists, but will also have healthy snacks on offer as well.

Triumph of Death pop-up (June 6)
Probably my favourite pop up shop this month is a recreation of artist Bruegel the Elder's The Triumph of Death. It's one of the most violent paintings in the history of Western art, and you participate along with craft beers and a skeleton army playing period-specific instruments like the lute and the hurdy-gurdy.

Eco Pop-up Show and Tell (June 9)
This pop-up is all about local DJs, socially conscious goods and brands, beverages from Greenhouse Juice Co. and snacks from The Good Grain.

Kingston Pop-up (June 10-12)
This pop-up is a chance to browse and shop the offerings of Kingston Ontario's artisans and makers, sample their hottest foods and enjoy some craft brew from Stone City Ales, MacKinnon Brothers Brewing Company, and Skeleton Park Brewery. There will also be live music. It goes down at 12 Ossington Ave from noon to 10 p.m.

Summer Sixteen Pop-up Market (June 11)
Shop around from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. with brands like Maison 6ix, By Chance, Povrich Apparel and TOFU Toronto alongside music by DJ Wyette and cocktails.

Hello Happy Market (June 12)
Originally from Vancouver, this cute pop-up market showcases bright, modern Canadian design objects. You'll have a chance to shop, meet the local craft makers and all just for $2 entry.

Clutch Life 85 Summer party and Pop-up (June 17)
For the t-shirt enthusiasts, Clutch Life 85's pop up includes music, a tee bar with custom t-shirt printing and design happening all night. From 9 p.m. 3 a.m., so you'll have clothing for an outfit change through the night if you need.

Field of Dreams Market (June 18)
In support of the Jays Care Foundation, this market happens behind Honest Ed's. $5 gets you into this jam with local food and art vendors and Jays ticket giveaways.

Etsy Midsummer Market (June 18)
Here you'll find crafts, workshops, tutorials, snacks, all around the Campbell House at University and Queen. Admission to this market is free and the first 50 people get a swag bag. 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Leslieville Flea (June 19)
The Leslieville Flea happens the third Sunday of every month and features over 60 vendors selling vintage, furniture, antiques, collectables, and crafts. It's kind of like the anti-garage sale, 'cause you'll be going home with stuff instead of leaving it out on the lawn. 10 a.m to 5 p.m. with beer from Left Field.

Waterfront Artisan Market (June 18-19)
This huge market on the waterfront is back for the second instalment of the summer. My personal summer fave Angie's Ice Pops will be there, along with over 50 other food and art vendors. Here are 18 of the best eats at the market.

Trinity Bellwoods Flea (June 18)
This massive market is in support of Toronto Etsy vendors. From 11 a.m. to 6 p.m., you'll find fun, local, handmade goods, vintage, fashion and food from Steambox Dumpling and Chocollata Gourmet.

Liberty Village Art Crawl (June 11)
The massive Liberty Village art crawl doubles as an artist's market with 65 artists showing off their finest, food trucks and DJs. 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Pixel & Bristle (June 25)
For those of us who miss the good old days of print, this is a market at the Drake Underground that brings together the city's finest designers, illustrators and typographers. Admission is free and you'll find loads of unique prints, cards, signs, coasters, art, bags, and more.

What did I miss? Add more May markets and pop-ups in the comments.

Photo of the Artisan Waterfront Market by Hector Vasquez


by Phil Villeneuve via blogTO