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Riding the 506
by alex I don't know about you, but I love taking the streetcar. I'm a window-seat guy and I easily while away the time just looking out at the city going past. I used to live near Main Street Station so I took the #506 car a lot, especially after hours when the subways had stopped running. …
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WWD.com Fashion news, retail news, beauty news and more from Women’s Wear Daily Coach Inc. on Wednesday acquired the Coach retail businesses in Hong Kong, Macau and Mainland China from its distributor, the ImagineX Group, which has owned the operations since 2003. The move gives Coach…
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Benny Hinn’s Move Into Necromancy
This guy is so demonic I almost think that he may be the FALSE PROPHET of REVELATION. I bet he would lead everyone to follow after the beast. This even mentions about the AZUZA STREET REVIVAL had necromancers in it. I did not know this. Did you? All those revivals we heard about from the past…
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The growth at the ROM
I hadn’t taken a good daytime look at the Michael Lee-Chin Crystal extension to the Royal Ontario Museum in downtown Toronto. I’m not sure how I feel about it. When you look at only the extension it doesn’t look ugly, and it is definitely unique. When you look at it from a distance it…
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Damon Allen Retires
Damon Allen Retires Published May 28, 2008 @ 21:12 in Toronto Argos I wore my #9 Damon Allen 2004 Grey Cup Championship tee shirt today. I didn't wear it because Damon Allen was announcing his retirement today, that part was a complete coincidence, but I'm glad I had it on. Allen played in the…
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Books in the Round
After more than twenty months of renovations that saw the building completely gutted, the S. Walter Stewart branch of the Toronto Public Library is finally reopening tomorrow. If you grew up in East York, you're probably familiar with the building. Named after a long-serving member of the…
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Redevelopment In Toronto
Where will the next condo boom be My best estimate with the Downtown and North York Centre almost tapped out it’s time to look eastward beyond Victoria Park how about along Lawrence/Eglinton and Sheppard do you see any investment opportunities Remember think like a developer 5-10 years in…
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Toronto Realty: A Prized Possession
With Oil prices on the rise and the increases at the pump now affecting us all. Owning a home in toronto is quickly becoming more desirable. Unlike when the suburbs offered cheap homes and a quieter lifestyle with less congestion all of which have just about disappeared. Hey Toronto,…
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bag ‘n’ trash — home of monster yarn: Gathered Scarf for your Mother-in-Law (or not) TheStar.com | Ideas | I do, I do, I do. The last taboo - Multiple spouses are fine, just not in the West “Following Same-Sex Marriage: Redefining Marriage & The Impact for Polygamy” - ROBERT…
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Saffron Sect - A Reflection
Saffron Sect - A Reflection I have a reputation for hyperbole when it comes to bands that I like but forget I told you that because I am now telling you that Toronto's Saffron Sect is the best band in Canada... or at least the most relevant... or at the very least the most important. When I saw…
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••• RCAF Remembered …
"THREE THOUSAND MILES across a hunted ocean they came, wearing on the shoulder of their tunics the treasured name, "CANADA," telling the world their origin. Young men and women they were, some still in their teens, fashioned by their Maker to love, not to kill, but proud and earnest in their…
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World Class Sorta Cheap Kinda Not Really
Toronto makes the NYT's list of potentially cheap destinations. He's pretty much stuck to an area within walking distance from the Island Airport, which means he was a) really thrifty, or b) really into Kensington. In either case, it's not unamusing...
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Do blind people ever just want to be left alone?
I often see blind people on the subway, and random strangers always help them. Most people have obviously read the same pamphlets I have, because almost everyone does it right. They give them specific verbal instructions ("The subway door is two feet to your left"), they allow the blind person to…
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Belle Boutique one day Jewellery sale
Belle Boutique one day Jewellery sale Thursday June 5, 2008 Don’t miss this opportunity to pick up one of a kind pieces that may cause others to stare! Also featuring handmade hats by the talented David Dunkley. Refreshments served Studio 998 998 Bathurst St. between Bloor and Dupont. Noon…
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Parade Clothing - Spring 2008 Sale
Parade – Spring Sale May 28 - 31, 2008 20% to 50% off Select dresses 20% off Michael Kors: Jackets, pants shirts 15% off Jeans 30% off [...]
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Sex and Our City: Saverist Edition
What's better than sex? Maybe writing about sex. Sex and Our City is a special week-long series that looks for questions and answers about love and sex in our city. Photo by PPDigital. Ah, the second date: dinner and a movie. (First date involves, of course, a course of non-alcoholic…
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Life Insurance For Over 50\’s | Life Insurance Policies Are Quite Affordable
The majority of the economic resolutions are taken in the aid of turnovers. Life insurance is the one and solitary savings that is exclusively different to prove our love and affection for our family. If you are concerned very much for the future of your family, you must feel about their needs…
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Luxury Downtown Toronto Condos
Luxury Downtown Toronto Condos: Toronto is rapidly becoming a hub of development with new Condos coming on the Market every quarter. The first quarter of 2008 saw 3,433 new units sold, remarkable in the present economic times and even more so when you consider other Condo Markets in Chicago and…
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Geo Holiday Tutorials - Map Of Mexico Vacation Spots
Are you interested in taking in the breathtaking beauty of North Mexico but fear the costs involved in doing so? A Geo Holiday membership allows you and your family to take trips just like this and many more each and every year that you are a member and price need not be a worry. Once you’ve…
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Life Insurance For Over 50\’s | Reconsider The Realities Of Life
Everybody must think and strive to save some amount of his earnings to invest in the life insurance policy. Many of us leave behind our property to our children and grandchildren after our death. But during this course of action also, still something is missing and that is investing in any of the…
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Life Insurance For Over 50\’s | Bigger Space And Better Investments
Your sudden death may leave a strong pressure among your family. As long as everything is going perfectly alright in your life then there is no problem, but if anything goes wrong, then your family will have to struggle. If you want to live the rest of your life with internal peacefulness, then…
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Life Insurance For Over 50\’s | Investments In Life Insurance Policies Is A Must
Investing or saving in any form is an excellent idea. But according to my opinion, investing in any of the life insurance policies is the best decision any one can opt for. The life insurance policy provides us with a living experience that is distinct and exclusive. Every benefit while dealing…
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Caption of the Day
DIRTY ARMY here is your beautiful picture for “Caption (Comment) of the Day”. My wedding. Please be funny and not racist. Link to yesterdays winner- Envelope Please
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Events Guide: Memorial ride for cyclist killed at Eglinton and Braemar last week
What: Memorial ride for cyclist killed at Eglinton and Braemar When: May 29, 2008 - 9:00 am (followed by a memorial from 9:45 am -…
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Museum Update: Toronto
Off-season visitors to Toronto are in luck: the excellent Art Gallery of Ontario, which has been closed for an extensive Frank Gehry-designed renovation and expansion, has just announced its re-opening date. The completed re-vamp will be opened to the public on November 14, with weekend-long…
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Kittens and Presents and Punch. . . Oh My!
This weekend, thanks to my lovely and talented Maid of Honour Erin, I was the guest of honour at a truly awesome bridal shower complete with special kitty guests! (but I’ll get to that later). Things were a little crazy leading up to the shower as I had a bit of “stage fright” and Canada…
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Filling the Finch Station Lot
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ALL1MmO-IE8 Astroboyboy123 posted this interesting time lapse video last week on YouTube of commuters arriving at one of the Finch Subway station’s parking lots in the morning. The video starts around 7AM and within 1 hour and 40 minutes, the long and…
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VIDEO: Dust Up and Donnybrook in Montreal CONCACAF Champions League Qualifier Encouraged By Toronto Media?
At the risk of seeming too negative, and with a heavy heart we have to report the following story of yet another incident involving fan violence associated with the meeting of MLS (and in this case USL) fans. Earlier today we received the following email from one our reliable Canadian sources: …
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The TTC will refund part of the cost of April passes until May 30
The [TTC](http://www.ttc.ca/) will still refund part of the cost to passengers who purchased various April passes -- but only until Friday, May 30.
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Open House on May 31, 2008 at 104 15 Windermere Avenue
Open House on May 31, 2008 at 104 15 Windermere Avenue Posted by Donny Mangos under For Buyers, Listings, Toronto On May 31, 2008 at 13:00 PM, you are invited to an Open House at 104 15 Windermere Avenue in Toronto. If you are looking for a Resale - condo-townhouse property in this area,…
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Photo Contest Winners Announced
Our CONTACT-themed Between Memory and History photo contest is now over; and a pool of judges comprising various members of the blogTO team have selected two winners! It was a tough choice as usual as there were 200 submissions and lots of thought-provoking, startling and otherwise quality shots…
Raising Money For The Children Of Gaza
Toronto Canada : The IDRF is organizing a BBQ and walkathon on June 22, 2008 at High Park (Area 2) in Toronto in order to raise funds for disabled Palestinian children and orphans in Gaza. This is an important and symbolic event which deserves the support of the community! Please visit the... …
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Toronto Condo Market
The Toronto Condo Market continues to move ahead with increasing total Toronto Real Estate sales favouring Condos more and more. It is simply so many new projects are being completed and many more scheduled for completion over the next two years. Over 3,433 new Toronto Condominiums were…
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Sold Listing at 6 Aubergine Street
Sold Listing at 6 Aubergine Street Posted by Donny Mangos under For Buyers, Listings, Toronto I’ve just sold a Resale - single family property at 6 Aubergine Street in Richmond Hill. Come and visit my site to see other properties in that area. If you are interested in looking for or…
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McBride headed (pun intended) home
McBride headed (pun intended) home Reports out of Fulham confirm that Brian McBride has rejected an offer by the EPL side and will return to Major League Soccer to finish his career. McBride was the first overall pick by the Columbus Crew in the inaugural year and played (although not so…
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Call & Response: Islands
Islands are a six-piece indie pop band from Montreal. They are led by former Unicorns member Nick Thorburn - the talented singer/songwriter/visual artist formerly known as Nick Diamonds. They just released their second album called Arm's Way on high profile label ANTI- (owned by Epitaph Records)…
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Spit-take Time
Canadian Prime Minister “Stephen Harper praised Canada's environmental record Wednesday during a speech at a UN biodiversity conference in Bonn, Germany.” Time to give ourselves a big pat on the back, huh? I'm relieved to know that we're doing so fabulously when it comes to our green efforts…
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Geo Holiday Services - Vacation Homes In Mexico For Sale
Are you allowing your fear of the costs prevent you from taking your dream vacation to North Mexico? Did you know that by joining Geo Holiday you can make this great adventure and many more just like it possible year after year without worries over the rising costs? By joining the Geo Holiday…
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Torontonian Tries to Board Plane at Kelowna Airport while Toting a Gun
Kelowna Airport in British Columbia has bad ass security. They know how to shake you down, and nothing gets past them. And if you don't want a hassle and a half at their security checkpoints, one thing is clear: don't try to bring a gun onto the plane - even if it's under two inches in length, has…
Typical Toronto
Schools in Toronto are dangerous places: Toronto police are searching for one suspect after a man was shot and killed near a high school in the city's northeast. The shooting happened near Blessed Mother Teresa High School, north of Highway 401, near Neilson Road and Finch Avenue East. Three…
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Toronto Development Charges
Toronto Development Charges Development charges have increased in both the City of Toronto and the Greater Toronto Area. In Toronto between 2001-2008 the increase was over 300 per cent. We are just now seeing the results of the City of Toronto double land transfer tax with sales slowing down…
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