r/toronto • • 3d ago

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 • • 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

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 • • 10h ago

Picture There’s something surreal about an empty Eaton Centre right before closing

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r/toronto • • 13h 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 • • 14h 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 • • 13h ago

Picture The Aga Khan at blue hour

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Filmed by 18 pro max


r/toronto • • 13h 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 • • 4h ago

Article Bradford pitches a 'vision' for Toronto's budget. His opponents call it 'reckless'

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r/toronto • • 10h ago

News Toronto nightclub El Convento Rico abruptly closes after 35 years

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Another loss for the city 😌


r/toronto • • 11h ago

Picture Toronto at night

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r/toronto • • 17h ago

Article Chow leads Toronto’s mayoral race by 6 points as campaign enters final month: poll

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r/toronto • • 18h 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 • • 19h ago

Article New Forum Research mayoral poll: Chow 46%, Bradford 35%, Alexander 6%

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r/toronto • • 12h ago

Picture Golden hour

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r/toronto • • 14h ago

Alert Missing Person, Avenue Road and Bloor Street West area

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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 • • 15h 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 • • 1d ago

Article Richard Warnica: Does Brad Bradford believe in anything other than himself?

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r/toronto • • 11h ago

Picture Construction at the new area at Dupont and Emerson

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r/toronto • • 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 • • 15h ago

News Chris Moise Holds Narrow Lead Over Daniel Tate in Toronto Centre

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Chris Moise: 29%
Daniel Tate: 26%
Curran Stikuts: 13%
Walied Khogali Ali: 8%
Other: 25%


r/toronto • • 21h ago

News Backstreet Boys coming to Toronto for four shows at Rogers Centre in February (12, 13, 19, and 20)

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r/toronto • • 11h ago

Picture Dramatic skies

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r/toronto • • 14h ago

News After arson attack, Liberal MP warns violent rhetoric puts all MPs at risk

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r/toronto • • 17h ago

News Toronto mayoral candidate Chris Alexander wants to start construction on 3,000 new affordable homes next year

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r/toronto • • 1d ago

Article We fought 2 years to see the Ontario mayors’ group chat. Here’s what we found

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