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Doug Ford is slashing the size of Toronto city council in half

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In a huge blow to voter representation in Toronto, Premier Doug Ford is set to slash city council by almost half.

The Toronto Star reports that Doug Ford is planning to reduce the city's members of council from 47 to 25 and nix the expansion of ward boundaries planned for this October.

Ford, ever the penny-pincher, claims that the reduction in staff will save the city around $25 million ($9 million of which is apparently attributed to salaries) and create a more efficient decision making process on municipal matters. 

The city voted in 2016 to redraw the 44 existing ward boundaries and expand that number to 47 in an effort to improve voter representation as the population continues to grow.

Outcry from members of city council have already begun to pour in, with Councillor Joe Cressy highlighting the difficulties residents will likely face in improving their respective ward.

Ford is set to provide further details on the plan Friday morning.


Ontario to reverse LCBO monopoly on cannabis sales

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In a shocking turn of events, news broke tonight that Doug Ford plans to reverse the Liberal's plan to hand weed sales to the LCBO and the newly created Ontario Cannabis Store.

Instead, privately owned dispensaries similar to the illegal ones that surfaced in neighbourhoods around Toronto over the past few years, will be able to get back in the action. 

According to chatter on Twitter, the new plans could be announced as early as next week.

Under the rumoured new plans, there will be no OCS retail stores like the one announced for the Upper Beaches earlier this year.

Originally, 40 OCS stores were expected to launch before the end of 2018.

It's expected OCS will now only function as a wholesaler supplying weed to the private dispensaries in the province.

10 things to do in Toronto today

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Welcome to Friday. Toronto has a lineup of interesting things to check out today. Evanescence is in to perform; one of a few musicians worth seeing. A big party is on at the ROM and there's an outdoor movie screening at Downsview Park.

Events you might want to check out:

ROM Summer Fridays (July 27 @ The Royal Ontario Museum)
Drink up and explore the museum at this big summer bash. Live music and discount admission are also on, plus snacks and performances.
Evanescence (July 27 @ Budweiser Stage)
Evanescence's powerful presence has continued to captivate a generation of music lovers, and now they're here alongside violinist Lindsey Stirling.
Downsview Park Friday Night Lights (July 27 @ Downsview Park)
Away from the city lights, an outdoor screening of Jumanji is on. It's BYOC+B (chair/blanket) and there's the chance to win a prize pack.
Indie Fridays (July 27 @ Yonge–Dundas Square)
Catch up-and-coming indie stars Iskwé, POSEY and Lydia Ainsworth at this week's edition of Indie Fridays, plus graffiti artists showing their stuff.
Darlene Shrugg (July 27 @ Lee's Palace)
Toronto's own avant-pop power group takes a trip into the nether-reaches of deep soundscapes with synth heavy, orchestral, hi-fi rock tunes.
Market Battles (July 27 @ St. Lawrence Market)
St. Lawrence Market vendors battles it out at this huge smokehouse competition. It's free to attend and there'll be live music and games.
Homeshake (July 27 @ Horseshoe Tavern)
Form the mind of Montreal's Peter Sagar comes this indie pop music project stacked with groovy beats, fun mixes, and chill vibes.
Angels Wear White (July 27 @ TIFF Bell Lightbox)
Director Vivian Qu film examines a teenager's moral dilemma after she witnesses a sexual assault in her small seaside town.
Cher Tribute (July 27 @ Glad Day Bookshop (Church))
Do you believe in life after love? The iconic queen gets a party with DJ Michael K, DJ Maggy, and drag performances by Queen Farra N Hyte.
Generation Wealth (July 27 - August 2 @ Hot Docs Ted Rogers Cinema)
Take a look inside the lives of the ultra-wealthy as artist-photographer-filmmaker Lauren Greenfield captures the human consequences of fame and greed.

Sold! Toronto home goes for $370K over asking

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Well, looks like the Toronto real estate market is back in full swing. It’s been awhile since I’ve seen a house go for above asking but this home in the Junction sold for $2.35 million in just four days.
265 evelyn avenue torontoThis house underwent a 16-month renovation and it transformed into a stunning home. But it’s still an obvious flip, considering they only bought the house in November 2016.

265 evelyn avenue torontoThe open-concept main floor is soaked in natural sunlight. It’s spacious and transitions well from one space to the next.

265 evelyn avenue torontoThe kitchen is small but sleek with the dark cupboards and stainless steel appliances.

265 evelyn avenue torontoUpstairs, the master bedroom has an impressive walk-in closet. There are so many cupboards and drawers you’ll want to buy a whole new wardrobe.

265 evelyn avenue toronto The bedroom is bright and has a nice Juliette balcony that overlooks the backyard. There’s also a beautiful en suite with a deep soaker tub.

265 evelyn avenue torontoOn the third floor, there’s cool area that could be a kids playroom, office, or living room — depending on what you want to do with the space.

265 evelyn avenue torontoThere’s more space downstairs in the form of a large rec room.

265 evelyn avenue torontoAs for outdoor space, there’s a large backyard, but nothing’s been done to it so it looks somewhat barren.

265 evelyn avenue toronto The Essentials
  • Address: 265 Evelyn Avenue
  • Type: House
  • Bedrooms: 4
  • Bathrooms: 5
  • Size: 25 x 169.46 feet
  • Realtor: Harvey Kalles Real Estate Ltd.
  • Hit the market at: $1,980,000
  • Sold for: $2,350,000
265 evelyn avenue toronto Why it sold for what it did?

The house is move-in ready. Plus it's in a great location, so it’s no wonder this home managed to fetch such a hefty offer.

265 evelyn avenue torontoWas it worth it?

Buying a flipped house has its own risks. The previous owners definitely deserve kudos on getting a great return on their investment, but if I was buying this place I’d be a bit worried they might have only done cosmetic changes and ignored some bigger issues.265 evelyn avenue toronto

The Best Cafes on the East Side of Toronto

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The best cafes in Toronto on the east side offer a bit of everything: some source and roast their own beans, while others make their own baked goods from scratch. However, the common denominator for all of them is that they have mastered the craft of serving up great coffee.

Here are the best cafes in Toronto, east of Yonge St.

4 - Neo Coffee Bar

Found near St. Lawrence Market, this chic and modern cafe features a rotating roster of local and international roasters for its espresso, drip and pour-over coffees, with a custom house roast from De Mello Palheta. Pastries here are house-made, and Japanese-style roll cakes and cream puffs are just some of the delectable specialties.
5 - de Mello Palheta Coffee Roasters

Named after an 18th-century Portuguese coffee purveyor, this well-respected, industrial-chic coffee shop roasts its own seasonal single-origin beans and blends in house, and supplies custom blends to other cafes around town too. All its sweet treats are scratch-made, and with a dearth of indie cafe options in this area, de Mello is a shining beacon for caffeine lovers near Yonge and Eglinton.
8 - Fahrenheit Coffee

Many discerning coffee lovers swear by this tiny cafe's offerings, with its knowledgeable baristas pulling and pouring perfect espresso-based beverages using a rotating selection of beans from Pilot Coffee Roasters. While it may now have a second location on the west side, this one by Richmond & Jarvis is where it all started.
7 - Rooster Coffee House (Jarvis St.)

With all three of its locations east of Yonge, Rooster remains loyal to the east side, and the feeling is definitely mutual. Homey, charming decor is accompanied by friendly service and expertly made coffee in these shops, with beans supplied by Pilot. Those of you who live or work near any of these cafes should consider yourselves extremely lucky.
10 - Arvo Coffee

Named after Aussie slang for “afternoon,” this Distillery District cafe and flower shop serves up seasonal, single-origin global brews from top-notch Canadian roasters that include Phil & Sebastian (Calgary), Transcend (Edmonton) and Anchored (Dartmouth, N.S.). It also makes some mean artisanal toasts with organic sourdough from Blackbird Baking Co.
6 - Dark Horse Espresso (Canary District)

Its outposts in the Canary District and Riverside are just two lovely examples of this Toronto-based brand's mini empire of cafes. Beans come from both Detour and 49th Parallel, and baked goods are made at its own bakery on Geary Ave. One of the city's first indie coffee chains, Dark Horse has come a long way since it first opened on Queen East.
3 - Te Aro

This beloved Leslieville staple earns its top spot because it manages to do everything well: source and roast its own Pilot Coffee beans (shipped over from the flagship tasting bar nearby); pull a delicious espresso shot (plus make sweet latte art); whip up freshly baked goods on site; and provide patrons with a welcoming space that includes a patio.
11 - Jet Fuel Coffee

Pretty much a Cabbagetown coffee institution (it’s been around for over 25 years), Jet Fuel has a rock-star attitude and a no-nonsense approach to what it does, which is make good espresso-based drinks at affordable prices, along with house-made pastries that disappear quickly.
9 - Odin

Located on the ground floor of a condo in Corktown, this sibling cafe to Thor Espresso Bar on Bathurst clearly has a Nordic influence in its striking minimalist design. In addition to well-made coffee from local roaster Pilot, local microbrews and Ontario wines are also served. Eats-wise, the menu includes freshly baked pastries plus empanadas and sandwiches.

Marilyn Manson fans upset after Toronto show cancelled last minute

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Sweet dreams are made of...disappointment, it seems. 

In a stunning last-second decision, Marilyn Manson cancelled a performance at his stop in Toronto on the Twins of Evil Tour. 

Several Twitter videos show fans standing and waiting at the Budweiser Stage while an announcer comes up on stage to break the unfortunate news. 

"Marilyn Manson will not be performing tonight. If you are here solely to see Marilyn Manson, you may get a full refund, if you leave now, and have your ticket scanned out of the system," he stated. 

Fans can be heard booing and jeering from the audience. 

Manson's official Twitter page has posted an announcement blaming an "unforeseen illness." But, rumours are flying online about the rocker being too drunk or high to perform.

However, for those who chose to stay rather than take advantage of a full refund, Rob Zombie apparently put on a great show, including playing a longer set and covering some of Manson's songs. 

Both the twins of evil are set to perform in Montreal tomorrow night. Hopefully this time they can both show up and deliver that high energy rock, and not leave fans disappointed again.

10 free things to do in Toronto this August

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It's the peak of summertime in Toronto and August is filled with free events—none of which will cost you. The Bentway is throwing a huge block party while Caribana wraps up with a big parade, and Sail-In Cinema returns for another year.

Events you might want to check out:

Caribana Parade (August 4 @ Multiple Venues)
A month of Caribana celebrations caps off with the Grand Parade; a spectacle of stunning colours, extravagant costumes, music and dance.
Manifesto (August 9-19 @ Multiple Venues)
Ten days of arts, culture, and community take over with performances, workshops, and competitions. It all ends with a free concert at City Hall.
Sail-In Cinema (August 10-11 @ Sugar Beach)
Arrive via boat or foot to this two-day outdoor film festival, viewable from the shore or on the water, featuring the world’s first two-sided floating screen.
Paws in the Park (August 11 @ Woodbine Park)
It's a pooch party in Woodbine Park as dogs of all shapes, sizes, and cuteness come out amongst food, drinks, activities and free dog training sessions.
Festival of South Asia (August 18-19 @ Little India)
Performances, arts, food, and more is going down at this huge, weekend-long neighbourhood celebration of traditional South Asian culture.
Open Streets TO (August 19 - September 16 @ Bloor and Yonge Streets)
Parts of Bloor and Yonge go carless so pedestrians can wander the streets for some physical activity and healthy recreation.
TAIWANfest (August 24-26 @ Harbourfront Centre)
A huge Mandarin- and English-speaking cultural event is on at the waterfront with performances, music, talks, exhibitions, and food.
The Bentway Block Party (August 25 @ The Bentway)
The city's newest public space under the Gardiner is throwing a big end-of-summer party with games, live music, dancing, and more.
Bloorcourt Festival (August 25 @ Bloor Street West)
Local Bloorcourt vendors along Bloor Street West come together for a festival of artists, musicians and crafters alongside goods, music and entertainment.
BuskerFest (August 31 - September 3 @ Woodbine Park)
Woodbine Park gets taken over by spontaneous, outrageous, and artsy performances from comedians, fire jugglers, acrobats, aerial artists and more.

There's going to be a moment of silence along the Danforth tonight

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It's been less than a week since the attack on the Danforth that left several injured and two young women dead, and the city is still recovering. 

Tonight, to show strength and solidarity with those affected, business owners, employees, and residents will step out of their stores and restaurants for a moment of silence.

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At 6 p.m., staff from Broadview Ave. to Jones Ave. will participate, and many more in the city may join in as well. 


Toronto Food Events: Cask Days, Vegan Block Party, Leslieville Night Market

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Food events in Toronto are a regular smörgåsbord of yummy delights. Kothu Fest is serving up traditional Sri Lankan street food, while we're finally getting the Seinfeld pop-up of our dreams. A big night market is happening in Leslieville and a vegan block party is on all next weekend.

Events you might want to check out:

Food Truck'N Friday (July 27 @ Parking lot at Bloor Street West and Resurrection Road)
It's Friday and that means food trucks are lined up and ready to serve up the goods, featuring Road Grill, The Arepa Republic, Funnel Cake Dream and more.
Market Battles (July 27 @ St. Lawrence Market)
St. Lawrence Market vendors battle it out at this huge smokehouse competition. It's free to attend and there'll be live music and games.
Kothu Fest (July 28 @ Yonge-Dundas Square)
A celebration of Sri Lankan street food hits the heart of downtown with tons of vendors, music, and activities on throughout the day.
Seinfeld Pop-Up (July 28 @ Lloyd's on Queen)
What's the deal with pop-ups? Lloyd's is hosting a Seinfeld-inspired pop-up with all the noteworthy food and drinks from the show.
The Leslieville Night Market (July 28 @ Jonathan Ashbridge Park)
Back again is this neighbourhood night market, bringing together local goods, crafts, a farmers market, food, and drinks all evening long.
Backyard Barbecue Party (July 29 @ Track & Field Bar)
Get into some corn hole, hit the crokinole and have a bite this game bar's backyard barbecue with all the meats, cocktails, music, and prizes.
Fusion of Taste Festival (July 29 @ Albion Islington Square)
A spread of goodies from the diverse Albion Islington community is up for the tasting during this outdoor celebration of different cultural offerings.
Momo Crawl (July 29 @ Multiple Venues)
Parkdale's Little Tibet is hosting its annual Momo crawl dedicated to the beloved little dumplings at various spots all over the neighbourhood.
Summer Rijsttafel (July 29 @ Borrel)
Summer is for Dutch-Indonesian rijsttafel—a big feast of rice, different dishes of varying flavours, and several kinds of meat.
Sunday Pig Roast (July 29 @ Earlscourt BBQ)
The pig came home and it's getting roasted during this big Sunday cookout with all-you-can-eat sides and beverages.
Vegan Block Party (August 2-5 @ Vegandale Brewery)
A giant block party dedicated to all-things vegan is going down with sweet treats and goodies at the city's newest vegan brewery.
CNE Craft Beer Fest (August 24-26 @ Princes' Boulevard)
Back again is this festival within a carnival, as the CNE hosts 11 big-name craft brewers from Toronto and beyond, all surrounded by food trucks.
Taste of the Kingsway (September 7-9 @ The Kingsway)
The Kingsway transforms in to a international food experience for three days during this street festival with vendors, live entertainment, and activities.
Cask Days (October 19-21 @ Evergreen Brick Works)
Beer as nature intended—Evergreen Brick Works is hosting a massive brew festival with drinks served straight out of the cask.

Unreal photos and video from last night's hail storm in Toronto

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The weather seems unable to make up its mind lately. Is it going to be sweltering? Is it going to pour rain and thunderstorm? Is it going to hail? 

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Regardless of these weather patterns, some of the photos people have snapped of yesterday's storm are like out of a movie.

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Dark, looming clouds seemed to hover over the city throughout the day.

Part of the day included a severe hail storm that impacted a lot of southern Ontario.

Toronto is still looking at a weekend with chances of rain, so make sure to pack that umbrella ― and camera!

John Tory fights back against Doug Ford's cuts to Toronto city council

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The Mayor of Toronto isn't about to let Ontario's brand new premier waltz in and eliminate roughly half the seats on city council— not without a fight, not during an election, and not without even so much as warning citizens first.

"What we don't need, and what I just can't support, is change being rammed down our throats without a single second of public consultation," said John Tory on Friday morning to reporters at City Hall.

"And on top of that, done in the middle of the election period itself," he continued. "You don't change the rules in the middle of the game. That is not right and that is not fair."

Tory was speaking in response to reports that Doug Ford is planning to reduce the number of city councillors in Toronto from 47 to 25, as well as scrap the long-planned expansion of ward boundaries ahead of this fall's municipal election.

Ford's office had yet to comment on the plan as of Tory's press conference, but the mayor confirmed that he had spoken with the premier and that he has "grave concerns about the way this is being done."

"I'm angry at the process because I think it is disrespectful of the people, most of all, in that I think people, when there's a major change being made to their civic democracy, deserve to be consulted in one way, shape or form," said Tory during this morning's press conference.

Not long after Tory's press conference at City Hall, Ford announced at Queen's Park that he will be introducing legislation to make the rumoured changes.

"Now, more than ever, the City of Toronto needs to get some big things done," Ford said, calling Toronto city council the "most dysfunctional political arena" in the country.

"It will only get worse if Toronto city council grows from 44 to 47 politicians," Ford said. "People care about getting things done, they don't care about politicians."

Part of Ford's plan, according to the Toronto Star, includes reopening nominations for the Oct. 22 municipal election until mid-September, despite the fact that hundreds of candidates have already started fundraising and campaigning.

Many in the city are wondering aloud on Twitter why Ford didn't mention making such changes to Toronto City Council — let alone in the middle of a planned election — while campaigning to become premier.

Some are even suggesting that Ford is acting out of "revenge" after being defeated by Tory in 2014's mayoral race.

"Along with potentially creating council havoc for Toronto Mayor John Tory," wrote The Star when breaking news of Ford's plan last night, "the premier appears to be taking aim at Brown and Del Duca, the frontrunners to win the chair jobs in York and Peel."

Tory, who accused the premier of "meddling" in Toronto's democratic process, said on Friday morning that he will be moving an emergency motion for a referendum.

"It is my job to stand up for the people of Toronto," said the mayor. "The people should decide."

The dazzling Perseid meteor shower coming soon to Toronto area skies

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Summer is great for skywatching, and the Perseid Meteor Shower in August will really prove that. 

The annual show is one of the best skywatching events because of the amount of meteors, and their brightness. It's set to peak the weekend of August 11 and 12, as Earth's revolution around the sun takes it through the dust clouds of the Swift-Tuttle comet. 

Complete darkness isn't absolutely necessary, but you will be able to see much more of the show if you head out of the city to somewhere with a little less light pollution. Consulting a light pollution map is key.

The rate at which meteors shower through the sky changes every year, but researchers are expecting you will be able to see around 60-70 every hour. Sometimes, the rate can be even higher than predicted.

If you're lucky, you might catch a glimpse of Mars too, which has been having a great time lately, in terms of its visibility from Earth. And, as another added bonus, the weekend of the Perseids will see a new moon, dim in the sky as a thin crescent, so it won't interfere with your view.

It takes Earth about a month to move through the comet's path, so the meteor shower will be visible for a while. But, to get the best view with the most fireballs, August 11 and 12 are your best bet. 

These places outside the city especially the Torrance Barrens Dark Sky Preserve are the best bets to get a great view.

Don't forget to pack a camera, and check the weather! If it's clear enough, you're in for a great show. 

Man who hurled racist remarks at Toronto ferry terminal arrested

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A 50-year-old man has been arrested in connection with a racially-motivated altercation that was captured on camera at Toronto's Jack Layton Ferry Terminal this week.

Police announced in a news release Friday morning that Lombray Ball of Toronto was arrested on Thursday as part of "a suspected hate-motivated crime investigation."

Ball has been charged with two counts of assault and one of threatening death after appearing in a viral video that shows a white man yelling at a family of people believed to be Muslim.

That video, filmed on Monday, was one of several witness-shot clips in which a man wearing a Hawaiian-style shirt can be seen repeatedly demanding to know where the family in question is from.

"You don't ask me a f*cking question in my province!" the man can be heard screaming over and over again, in addition to such comments as "where the f*ck are you from?" "Welcome to Ontario, you asshole!" and "I grew up here!... Get the f*ck out of here!

Toronto Police say that the suspect "confronted two men as they walked with their family at the Jack Layton Ferry Terminal," and that he proceeded to both assault and threaten the men.

Ball is scheduled to appear in court at Old City Hall on Friday, July 27.

Massive Doug Ford protest planned outside Toronto City Hall

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Almost 600 people (and counting) have indicated that they will be attending a freshly-announced protest this evening outside Toronto City Hall.

Their message: "Leave Toronto City Council alone."

Their target: Ontario Premier Doug Ford.

"This rally is about representation and local democracy," reads the event's description on Facebook. "It's about rejecting Doug Ford and his PC agenda of austerity and bigotry. He needs to reverse his course of action immediately."

The protest, organized by activists Riley Petersen and Terra Loire, is being staged in response to Ford's surprise announcement of plans to cut Toronto City Council nearly in half, from 47 seats to 25.

More than a dozen political leaders from both the provincial and municipal levels are expected to speak at the rally, including Ontario NDP and official opposition-leader Andrea Horwath, Toronto City Councillor Kristyn Wong-Tam, Toronto City Councillor Gord Perks and Toronto Mayoral Candidate Sarah Climenhaga.

Attendees are welcome to arrive as early as 5 p.m. and "pack council chambers" ahead of the rally, according to Petersen, but things will kick off in an official sense at 6 p.m.

"What I just can't support, is change being rammed down our throats without a single second of public consultation," said Toronto Mayor John Tory earlier on Friday in response to reports of Ford's plan.

The mayor has accused the premier of "meddling" in Toronto's democratic process and announced an emergency motion this morning to call for a referendum.

"It is my job to stand up for the people of Toronto," he said. "The people should decide."

Whether or not a referendum happens remains to be seen, but the people will definitely let their voices be heard about the issue tonight in Nathan Phillips Square.

Toronto weed smokers thrilled by Doug Ford's plan to privatize cannabis

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Remember that time when Ontario spent $650,000 on an incredibly basic name and logo for a series of LCBO-run marijuana dispensaries?

It looks like we might not be needing any of that stuff after all.

Ontario Premier Doug Ford's PC government is reportedly set to reverse a decision, made by former Liberal leader Kathleen Wynne when her party was still in power, to give the Liquor Control Board of Ontario exclusive rights to the sale of marijuana in the province.

Both Vice and The Globe and Mail reported on Thursday night that the PCs would be announcing the news sometime next week, essentially scrapping plans for the controversial Ontario Cannabis Store chain and allowing private retailers to open weed stores of their own.

This has pleased activists....

Business people...

Lawyers...

Marketers...

And many a prospective seller.

If the rumoured reversal moves through as planned, Toronto's recreational marijunana market could look like it has until very recently.

Some of the now-closed, privately-owned dispensaries that surfaced (illegally) around Toronto over the past few years might even be able to get back in the action.

Government sources told the Globe that the provincial government will still oversee wholesale distribution and online sales of marijuana under the new plan.

They will not, however, give the LCBO a monopoly on weed sales, or open some 150 brick-and-mortar Ontario Cannabis Store locations by 2020 as expected.

Of course, with at least 40 stores scheduled to be open in three months, some are wondering if the PCs will have enough time to turn everything around.

Whatever happens, marijuana will be legal Canada-wide as of October 17 — which means that, regardless of how the province decides to regulate sales, you can smoke as much of it as you want this Halloween.


Toronto will soon have a transit connection to cottage country

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Looking to head up to the cottage before summer ends? If you've been trying to find a ride, look no further. 

Metrolinx and Ontario Northland have just announced plans for a transit connection to the Muskoka Region and North Bay. The service will be piloted on weekends starting August 3 and run until September 3. 

Here's how it'll all work: Every Friday at 5:35 p.m., the Barrie GO Train will depart Union Station. At Allandale Waterfront GO, riders will transfer to the Ontario Northland bus, which will continue on through Gravenhurst, Bracebridge, Huntsville, and North Bay.

On Sunday (or Monday, if it's a holiday), the entire process will happen in reverse, with the Ontario Northland bus leaving North Bay at 4 p.m. 

Tickets have to be purchased online through Ontario Northland's website, rather than through PRESTO. 

It may be time to head back up to the cottage. Some peace and relaxation could be the perfect break from the city. 

Lyft offering $3 ride sharing anywhere in Toronto

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Good news for anyone looking to get around the city a bit easier. We've just partnered with Lyft to offer readers a limited time promo code to get the most affordable ride around.

Now, for only $3 you can get a Lyft Shared Ride anywhere in downtown Toronto. This offer is available for first time Lyft users only.

Lyft Shared Rides match you with others going the same way you are. You never know who you're going to share a ride with but you'll be going the same way. You might even make a new friend.

This special promo code is valid for up to 10 rides. Pay $3 plus any amount over $10.

The offer is valid until 14 days after activation and cannot be combined with any other ride credits or offers. Check this page to get all the details, download and claim this offer.

Canada could decide to ban handgun sales next month

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Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau is said to be seriously considering a proposal that would see handguns banned across the country, after a mass shooting left two people dead and 13 more injured in Toronto on Sunday.

Earlier this week, Toronto City Council voted almost unanimously to ask both the federal and provincial governments for more help in addressing the city's recent spike in deadly gun violence.

The number of shootings in Toronto is up roughly 11 percent over this time last year, according to police data, but the number of shooting deaths has gone up by a startling 71 percent over the same period of time.

A total of 308 people have been shot in 228 separate incidents across the city this year to date. Twenty-nine of these victims died as a result of their injuries.

Citing a "senior official" who was not authorized to speak, the Globe and Mail reported on Thursday that the Government of Canada is formally looking into Toronto's request to ban handguns.

A number of senior civil servants, including Public Safety Minister Ralph Goodale, are reportedly set to examine the idea of a gun ban and deliver a report ahead of a Liberal cabinet retreat in B.C. on August 22.

Goodale told the Globe that any changes to Canada's current handgun laws would require a "significant remodelling" of the Criminal Code, which already places some pretty heavy restrictions on gun owners.

These changes could, however, be worked into legislation that went before the House of Commons in March and has yet to be decided upon.

Marilyn Manson fans still haven't gotten refund from Toronto concert

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Marilyn Manson fans were already furious when the lord of darkness bailed on his Budweiser Stage performance this Thursday due to an "unforeseen illness." Now, to make matters worse, it looks like none of them have gotten their money back yet. 

Confused concert-goers were told they'd only get a full refund if they left before Rob Zombie's performance, and scanned out of the venue via massive lineups. They were also told to call Ticketmaster, who would supposedly send them the full amount of money for their tickets. 

But according to some, phone calls to Ticketmaster revealed that refunds aren't guaranteed, and that they'll have to wait three to five business days before hearing more about the matter. 

Those who took to Twitter were approached by Ticketmaster's Fan Support account and were asked to DM their order number – though it's unclear how long refunds will take to go through that way, if at all. 

People who bought their ticket on StubHub are even more screwed, as they'd need to contact the original buyer in order to get their money back. 

As for the out-of-towners who paid for travel and accommodations, those dollars have pretty much gone down the drain. 

Meanwhile, others aren't even trying. 

Toronto taco joint replaced by condo has found a new home

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It's been a wild ride in Toronto. City council is getting shrunk, cannabis sales are being redistributed, a US chicken chain is being rejected and a taco joint is on its final days before it's replaced with a condo. But now we know where it's going.  

In the latest episode of the Only in Toronto podcast we unpack all the latest news and sit down at the city's newest fish 'n chips joint for some mushy peas.

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