Overview: a comprehensive guide to King West and Toronto’s Entertainment District—updated for 2021. King West: Then Named after George the 3rd, King St was one of first roads to be laid in 1793 when Toronto was still called York. It soon became Toronto’s primary commercial thoroughfare, only to be…
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Yonge and Dundas: A Profile of Toronto Neighbourhoods
An Overview of Yonge and Dundas Yonge and Dundas has come a long way since the seedy 70s. Once famous for its crime and adult entertainment venues, it’s now one of Toronto’s most popular tourist destinations. And for good reason…. The neighbourhood is home to the city’s best bars, movie…
Sidewalk Toronto: The Future of Smart Cities
What is Sidewalk Toronto? Sidewalk Toronto is a collaboration between Alphabet’s Sidewalk Labs and Waterfront Toronto to create a new, mixed-use, high-tech community on Toronto’s Eastern Waterfront. The project will start with the creation of Quayside, a brand new 12-acre neighborhood just southeast of downtown Toronto. The state-of-the-art community will…
Toronto Waterfront: A Profile of Toronto Neighborhoods
Toronto Waterfront – An Overview Did you know Ontario means “beautiful lake” in Iroquois? In fact, the province is named after Lake Ontario, with the Waterfront occupying 46 of its 1,020 km shoreline. This is where you’ll find sandy beaches, lush greenery, fashionable restaurants, and luxurious condos offering gorgeous lakeside views….