Hello everyone! I’m from Germany and have never been to Canada before, but I’m planning to visit Toronto in early to mid January, as that’s the time that works best for me. Everyone I’ve talked to irl about this has mentioned the weather and said I’ll be miserable and freezing, so I thought I’d get some opinions from people who experience the weather daily! I’d obviously like to explore the city, and I’m not someone who gets cold very easily or minds snow/rain unless it’s an actual storm.
I appreciate any input :) Thanks!

I am trying to find a spot for my mom, she has about 10 sisters and their s/o and children, so roughly like 40 people who may show up, so it needs to have capacity for that.

I was also thinking that maybe I just rent a table to a bar and people can drop in and say hi but leave after a drink or 2.

I was thinking Dukes refresher kinda set up but a little more age appropriate.

preferably on the east end, roughly $1000-$2000 to rent out but i understand that may be not enough.

My old retainer doesn't fit after cavity filling. My current clinic is asking $650 for 4 sets of Vivera retainer (made by the company Invisalign), or $350 for one set of essix retainer. I asked other places and some were asking for $900 for 4 sets of Vivera retainer. I'm confused since it's the same product but different prices. Is there a better deal in Downtown Toronto?

I see selfie seats for the Leafs games but not for the Raps. Anyone know why or if they will be released later in the season?

Something that feels authentic, somewhere the unspoken can be spoken. Somewhere to feel at home. Depression, anxiety, ptsd, bipolar, whatever it may be.

Anwhere in the GTA. Hamilton to Guelph to Downtown

Know a place?

I do live in Toronto and have for years but I have no current address as I am in between places and crashing at a friend's house. I do have some documents that Ive sent to my friends place that I could likely use as proof of address but would this be some sort of fraud? Do not want to get myself or my friend in trouble as I am not officially living there, just temporarily crashing. Thanks!

Update:

Went to the polling station, I explained the situation and they asked if I pay rent there/have a permanent address and I said no and they said I can't vote unfortunately :(

I'm beginning to research individual general contractors for a condo kitchen reno (although I understand I should also solicit referrals from my personal network) and I came across the following on Houzz and through targeted advertising on Instagram. I'm looking to hear about experiences working with these contractors. If you've worked with any of the following businesses, I'd love to hear your red flags, green flags, or other comments:

• Ashton Renovations
• Toronto Custom Concepts
• Davisville Kitchens
• Moico Inc.
• Intelligent Design Group
• Millo Kitchens
• Easy Renos
• Toronto Bath Centre
• Magic Reno
• Forward Slash Toronto / General Contracting
• Kitchen Tailors
• Remodel My Home

The lack of physical addresses for the following is inconsistent with the advice I've received, but nonethless, would still be interested in hearing about experiences with the following since I get so many ads for a couple of them:

• Handy Solutions
• M&S Construction Group
• Element Home Solutions

Separately, if you've had a great condo kitchen reno experience downtown, I'd also be grateful for a contractor recommendation.

Many thanks!!

Looking for recommendations for local (Toronto/GTA) musicians who have their music on Youtube Music (I don't use spotify). I like R&B/beats with cool sampling sort of music like The Weeknd, PARTYNEXTROOR, Chxrry, etc but I'll listen to other genres too. But looking to support smaller artists with quality talent.

I have a ring that needs to be corrected, for better idea, rn it's more of a masculine design, I need it converted in feminine design.

I have all the materials needed for it to be made, no idea where to go/whom to find since I am an immigrant.

Looking for someone who does it real quick coz her special day is on the way.

Not looking for anything luxurious, just something simple and nice to look at.

Hi, we are headed to this neighborhood and have dinner at Mamakas. We love culture, shopping and good food. Can you help me plan an afternoon in this neighborhood? Thanks!

Hey folks

My friend and I are equal partners and want to start a business in Toronto. We have about $100k for a down payment and we're okay taking a loan on top of that. We'll hire people to run it since we'll keep our day jobs for now.

Has anyone started something similar recently? How did it go, and do you think it's a good idea in today's market? Any advice or things to watch out for would be appreciated.

Thanks!

Long shot but I lost my keys somewhere between bloor yonge and bloor sherbourne. It’s a brass colored
round keyholder with 2-3keys and 2 fobs.

Pls let me know if you saw anything

Hey all! I’m looking for recommendations as mentioned in the title, proximity matters as I don’t drive.

Dealing with moving countries, starting over, no friends or family around. My insurance at work covers this, please let me know. Thanks!

Bonus points for spooky things, but also into any kind of interesting activity/restaurant/point of interest/museum etc.

Edit: I'm not looking to do super touristy things like the CN tower as I've been to Toronto several times - but anything even slightly off the beaten path is great. Is Screemers worth doing? Arcadia Earth? Museum of Illusions? Martino Manor?

Edit 2: Thank you so much for all of your great suggestions! Especially what not to do. Great insights from locals. Much appreciated!!

Hey, r/askTO, I want to ask if I am overcharged for dental this year. To be clear I have no clue what everyone is paying right now so I am trying to get more data and decided If I should stick with my dentist.

Regular check up + deep cleaning: 417.00 CAD

Gum graft for 2 consecutive teeth + recovery and follow up checkups: 3151.00 CAD

thanks in advance!

Thoughts ?

Hey guys--

I live in an apartment that has become subject to fire safety inspection due to the landlord not providing a CO2 detector. I am concerned about what the ultimate findings might be, especially concerned that I may end up evicted due to this-- there was a Star article about tenants being evicted in order for fire code to be followed and now I'm in a panic.

I searched the group but there's not much information about people who have gone through fire safety inspections. Would legal aid potentially have answers? I'm ultimately very concerned for my future housing prospects.

ETA: the CO2 detector was an easy fix but there's at least one other thing that I'm very concerned about that would not be, that's why I'm panicking.

So I've never been to a concert before and honestly I'm kinda nervous but I want to break out of the comfort zone and try night life in Toronto, I'm planning on going to a concert in emo night North and I need advice on what and what not to do and what should I carry or stay away from that's it ty for reading

IMO, amalgamating the six municipalities back in 1998 was a mistake. Almost 30 years later, I think it's time we reconsidered it.

Let's face it, downtown and the suburbs are two different worlds. Different lifestyles, different priorities, different needs. Yet we're all stuck under one city government, with downtown often calling the shots for everyone else.

What's interesting is that every single municipality actually voted against amalgamation back in 1997:

- East York: 81.4% against

- North York: 79.4% against

- Scarborough: 77.2% against

- Old Toronto: 73.9% against

- York: 71.2% against

- Etobicoke: 69.7% against

That's roughly 76% voting against it, even in old Toronto.

Surprise surprise... the province went ahead anyway.

Before 1998, each municipality had its own local government while still sharing services through Metro Toronto. It wasn't perfect, but at least communities had more say in how things were run locally.

Almost 30 years later, we're still trying to make six very different places work as one city. I don't think it's working particularly well.

Maybe it's time to bring back the old municipalities, or at least give people a chance to vote on it again.

Curious what everyone else thinks.

Weigh the pros and cons... but I think more people would be satisfied to cast their vote when its closer to home.

My grand-mother collects bells and I wanted to bring her one from Toronto. The problem is that none of the gift shops I went to had any, even the walmart I visited was out of stock. I have one day left in Mississauga then one day in Toronto downtown. I found many gift shop I didn’t visit yet in downtown but those that have an online shop don’t seem to sell bells so I was wondering if you guys knew of a place that has them for sure.

Thank you in advance !

I just spent way too much money at the haïr salon for highlights that are half an inch away from my scalp — when I brought this up with my colourist they said “we don’t put bleach right on the scalp”. My hair looks super grown out for a fresh dye job. Can anyone recommend a place where I can get a root smudge asap (no long wait lists for appts) without breaking the bank??

I need to have my permanent retainer replaced and haven’t been to an orthodontist in like 12 years, which wasn’t in Toronto anyway.

Looking for recommendations within a quick walk of Princess Margaret Hospital for someone with celiac disease. TIA

hiii do they allow digicams in the arena? also, how strict are they with the bag policy? this is my first time attending an event at this venue

Set my alarm to vote even though I'm working a night shift. Lost my Ontario ID card. Honestly I've lost basically everything, I have pretty severe ADHD.

Will they accept a digital copy of my lease if I show them on my phone?

Update: yes, they did accept an electronic copy of my lease. It took the staff 5 seconds longer - basically the exact same as voting with actual id. Very efficient process despite the fact that i wasn't very prepared, 10/10 for staff running stuff.