Toronto Tourism Magazine 2009 - (Page 3) Table of Contents In Brief 20 19 · Toast of the Town In conversation with one of the city’s funniest men — comic Russell Peters. By Liza Finlay 20 · In the Night Garden Why Canada’s music scene owes so much to Toronto’s legendary clubs — by a musician who knows. By John Crossingham 24 · Gooooal! 24 The success of professional soccer in the city is a victory for a growing league and fans alike. By Allan Maki 30 Snapshots 26 · Take a Moment Winter twilight at Nathan Phillips Square. Photography by Raina + Wilson 28 · Faces of Toronto Without question, the people of Toronto — including the steady stream of new residents that make it home every year — are its lifeblood. Photography by KC Armstrong 30 · Red Rocket A day in the life of a celebrated streetcar. Photography by Simon Hayter 36 · Past Perfection Lovingly restored and then effectively repurposed, Toronto’s heritage buildings have special pride of place. Photography by Richard Johnson 36 Departments 4 · Contributors 6 · Welcome 8 · Cityscapes Sites, sounds and tastes around town 78 · Neighbourhoods of Greater Toronto 89 · Listings On the Cover The bow of the Island ferry is a perfect vantage point to capture one of the most breathtaking vistas in Canada — Toronto’s stunning skyline. Photo by Raina + Wilson Accommodations, Attractions, Restaurants, Retail/Shopping, Tour Operators, Tourism Partners, Transportation 128 · Visitor Resources 134 · 2009 Event Calendar 136 · Parting Shot TORONTO 2009 | 3
Contributors
Welcome
Cityscapes
Toast of the Town
In the Night Garden
Gooooal!
Take a Moment
Faces of Toronto
Red Rocket
Past Perfection
Water Lust
The Artist’s City
Living the Green Dream
York Region and North Toronto
Mississauga Marvels
Vine Country
Discovery Walks
Neighbourhoods of Greater Toronto
Listings
Visitor Resources
2009 Event Calendar
Parting Shot
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