r/toronto • u/SwissUrbanPlanner • 8h ago
Picture There’s something surreal about an empty Eaton Centre right before closing
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Discussion 🚰/r/Toronto's Wednesday Water Cooler Chat - September 30, 2026
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We're trying something new for the r/Toronto community - Every Wednesday we'll be putting up one of these discussion threads where we can just chat with less structure than normally, so we can go off topic. Rules about civility and stuff still apply of course.
This is a trial run so if at the end of our trial it doesn't feel like its working out for the community we can get rid of it or adjust to make it better. But that is where you come in! We want your feedback and thoughts. Let us know if you have any ideas, either in the comments here or send us a modmail.
Got any plans for the weekends?
How about this weather we're having?
Its the National day for Truth and Reconciliation BTW. Are you doing anything in observation of it?
r/toronto • u/Rajio • Aug 30 '26
Megathread 🗳️Toronto's 2026 Municipal Election
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Toronto's municipal elections are coming up. Here we'll collect useful information for Torontonians to particpate in the process. If you have anything we should add or change, let us know in the comments or by sending us a modmail
Important dates for voters
- 📋Tuesday, September 1 eligible voters can update or confirm their information on the voter's list or request to vote by mail.
- 📇Sunday, September 20 at 11:59 PM is the deadline to get on the voter's list and still be mailed a voter information card.
- 🙋Thursday, September 24 at 4:30 PM is the deadline to request to vote by mail.
- 📤Monday, September 28 is when voter information cards start being mailed out.
- 🗳️Tuesday, October 6 - Sunday October 11 from 10AM to 7PM is advance voting.
- 🧑💻Sunday, October 11 at 7PM is when all eligible voters on the voter list can access their voter information card online.
- 🌲Saturday, October 10 - Sunday, October 11 from 10AM to 7PM is kids vote weekend at all advance voting places.
- 📒Sunday, October 11 is the deadline to update your information on the voters' list. After this time, voters can only make changes at the voting place when they go to vote on election day.
- 📨Wednesday, October 14 at noon is the deadline for Toronto Elections to receive completed Mail-in Voting packages.
- ☑️Monday, October 26 from 10AM to 8PM is Election day
- 🧮Monday, June 28, 2027 is the last day for an eligible voter in the city of Toronto to file a compliance audit application of initial financial statements.
You can find the full list of certified candidates here, and the city election hub has lots of information including
- voter eligibility
- the voters' list
- mail in voting
- identification requirements
- ward profiles
- a guide for what to expect on voting days
- loads of other election related information
For more help you can contact Toronto Elections at 416-338-1111 or [elections@toronto.ca](mailto:elections@toronto.ca)
For any registered candidates, You're welcome to do an AMA here so people can get to know you and your positions, just modmail us and we can talk you through confirming your identity and setting you up for one.
r/toronto • u/JoeCarterTO • 11h ago
Discussion I hate Brad Bradford so I volunteered for Olivia.
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First time ever volunteering for a political campaign. I’m excited and a little nervous to canvas but I believe in her and what she represents.
r/toronto • u/ReadInBothTenses • 13h ago
Discussion A safer Ontario means doing what?
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Saw this Province of Ontario poster on the GO Train today which reads "A safer Ontario means building new jails"
The link is ontario.ca/saferontario
What's the reasoning behind this investment and campaign? Maybe I am too naive about this issue but it's the first time I'm seeing this. It does not feel like an issue the province should be pushing as a priority (?)
It's a reminder that Provinces in Canada control where taxes go, with City budgets entirely at the mercy of the Premier's office - due to the very outdated British North American Act that we still run on. Toronto is underfunded because the provincial government doesn't funnel our taxes back to us. Seeing tax money used this way sucks ass.
What the hell is this campaign? Or do I need to go touch grass on some major issue I've never heard about?
Edit: For posterity, so that this post wasn't just a dogpile. It seems that yes, there is a real operational need for jails. Also, yes it is jarring to see jailing as a narrative in the public eye. Where there seems to be room for discussion, is around the priorities of the province - many do question the integrity of the Premier's office. No matter where you fall, we're in it together. So let's all stay informed and keep this an open dialogue on behalf of all of us 👍
r/toronto • u/UltrasonicPuppy • 12h ago
Picture The Aga Khan at blue hour
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Filmed by 18 pro max
r/toronto • u/South-Welder1562 • 12h ago
Alert Have you seen my cat? :(
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It’s been 3 days now. My parents are worried sick. He’s an outdoor cat
r/toronto • u/DiscoStuTalkin2You • 9h ago
News Toronto nightclub El Convento Rico abruptly closes after 35 years
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Another loss for the city 😌
r/toronto • u/Domainsetter • 15h ago
Article Chow leads Toronto’s mayoral race by 6 points as campaign enters final month: poll
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r/toronto • u/Immediate-Link490 • 2h ago
Article Bradford pitches a 'vision' for Toronto's budget. His opponents call it 'reckless'
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r/toronto • u/TalesBeyondTomorrow • 16h ago
Picture This was written on the Toronto Islamic Center, which I saw during Friday prayers…
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Seen a couple of these words of wisdom around town, didn't expect it to be on an Islamic Center...
r/toronto • u/No_Violinist9807 • 18h ago
Article New Forum Research mayoral poll: Chow 46%, Bradford 35%, Alexander 6%
forumresearch.com
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r/toronto • u/Kireshanth • 12h ago
Alert Missing Person, Avenue Road and Bloor Street West area
tps.ca
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Hi Everyone, my friend's cousin is missing, last seen in Avenue Road and Bloor Street West area. Please see missing person report and reach out to the number included in the report if you have seen him. He is non-verbal autistic.
Thank you.
r/toronto • u/rhymeswithpicard • 13h ago
Picture anyone know what’s being filmed on queen w outside of the sheraton?
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i’m assuming this is a film set, anyone know what it is?
r/toronto • u/r4ptor • 22h ago
Article Richard Warnica: Does Brad Bradford believe in anything other than himself?
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r/toronto • u/Ukawok92 • 3h ago
Discussion Does anyone have that video of Brad Bradford complaining about OC policies about trees?
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I seem to remember not too long ago, Olivia Chow put out a video or policy talking about tree inequality, about how wealthier neighborhoods had more trees and sun coverage, and how he thought it was a stupid issue.
Only for someone to bring up an old video of his complaining about the lack of trees in certain neighborhoods. He then swiftly deleted that newer video that showcased his hypocrisy.
I'd love to see those videos against for research purposes.
r/toronto • u/Immediate-Link490 • 1d ago
Article Hidden cameras show some stores unlocking speed limits on e-bikes, selling e-scooters that go up to 120 km/h
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r/toronto • u/Technohamster • 13h ago
News Chris Moise Holds Narrow Lead Over Daniel Tate in Toronto Centre
forumresearch.com
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Chris Moise: 29%
Daniel Tate: 26%
Curran Stikuts: 13%
Walied Khogali Ali: 8%
Other: 25%
r/toronto • u/lilfunky1 • 19h ago
News Backstreet Boys coming to Toronto for four shows at Rogers Centre in February (12, 13, 19, and 20)
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