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This weekend, Little Iran became the latest culturally significant neighbourhood recognized in Toronto, a city famous for its mosaic of areas celebrating different cultures from around the world.

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From Little Iran to Little Poland, here are some culturally rich Toronto neighbourhoods you should check out - NOW Toronto

This weekend, Little Iran became the latest culturally significant neighbourhood recognized in Toronto, a city famous for...

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Now Toronto @nowtoronto.bsky.social · 21m

Grammy-winning soul legend D’Angelo has died from cancer at the age of 51. D’Angelo last visited Toronto in 2013, here are some photos from his last show in the city. #DAngelo

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Soul legend D’Angelo dead at 51. Here’s photos from the last time he performed in Toronto - NOW Toronto

Grammy-winning soul legend D'Angelo has died from cancer at the age of 51.

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Now Toronto @nowtoronto.bsky.social · 1h

It's finally feeling like #fall in #Toronto again! And as the beautiful shades of this season make an appearance, we’ve rounded up the best spots in the city to see all the delightful colours #Autumn brings. 🍁

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Autumn views: Here are the best spots to see fall colours in Toronto - NOW Toronto

As Toronto finally begins to feel like fall again, we’ve rounded up the best spots in the city to see all the colours Autumn brings.

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Now Toronto @nowtoronto.bsky.social · 1h

The TTC has updated several bus routes to connect to the Eglinton Crosstown LRT, as the long-awaited line continues its revenue service demonstration phase before its unknown opening date. #TTC

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Select TTC buses now connecting to future Eglinton LRT stations, here’s all the service changes so far - NOW Toronto

The TTC has updated several bus routes to connect to the Eglinton LRT, as the line continues its revenue service demonstration test.

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Now Toronto @nowtoronto.bsky.social · 2h

Toronto, get ready, because Doechii is taking over the city at the Coca-Cola Coliseum this week! 🐊 #Doechii #LiveFromTheSwampTour

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Counting down to Doechii’s Toronto concert? Here’s your playlist to get ready for the show - NOW Toronto

Toronto, get ready, because Doechii is taking over the city at the Coca-Cola Coliseum this week!

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Now Toronto @nowtoronto.bsky.social · 2h

Prime Minister Mark Carney jokingly thanked President Donald Trump after he called him president of Canada. #Trump #Carney

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Boston Celtics star Jayson Tatum was spotted at the Eaton Centre over the weekend! Are you a fan? 🏀 #JaysonTatum #EatonCentre #Toronto

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Now Toronto @nowtoronto.bsky.social · 3d

Toronto Metropolitan University launched a $200K bursary to support and empower Black medical students. Here’s to lifting up the next generation of healthcare heroes! 🙌🏽💙 #TMU #Health #BlackExcellence

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Now Toronto @nowtoronto.bsky.social · 3d

Following a court decision to block the #Ontario government from removing bike lanes, the province is now planning to add a vehicle traffic lane in a stretch of Bloor St. #Toronto #bikelanes

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Ford government’s new vehicle lane restoration might be a win-win situation, but cycling advocate says it’s also a distraction - NOW Toronto

Following a court decision on bike lanes, the province is now planning to add a vehicle traffic lane in a stretch of Bloor St.

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Now Toronto @nowtoronto.bsky.social · 3d

Seems like U.S. President Donald Trump is a bit salty about not receiving the coveted Nobel Peace Prize. Do you think he got snubbed? 🤔 #Trump

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Now Toronto @nowtoronto.bsky.social · 3d

Canadian officials are condemning a violent Islamophobic attack at a Markham hotel that has left a worker permanently disfigured.

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‘Violence has no place in our city,’ Canadian officials denounce Islamophobic attack against Markham hotel worker - NOW Toronto

Canadian officials are condemning a violent Islamophobic attack at a Markham hotel that has left a worker permanently disfigured.

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Now Toronto @nowtoronto.bsky.social · 3d

The #Thanksgiving long weekend has arrived, and Toronto is filled with ways to make the most of it! Here are some events happening:

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Now Toronto @nowtoronto.bsky.social · 3d

The Toronto Blue Jays are advancing to the American League Championship Series (ALCS) for the first time since 2016, and tickets for the games have quickly sold out and are now being resold at steep prices. ⚾️🧢#ALCS #TorontoBlueJays #MLB

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‘Immediately sold out,’ Blue Jays fans struggle to secure tickets for the championship games in Toronto - NOW Toronto

The Toronto Blue Jays are advancing to the ALCS, and tickets for the games have quickly sold out and are now being resold at steep prices.

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Now Toronto @nowtoronto.bsky.social · 4d

St. Lawrence Market is stepping into one of its most vibrant times of the year, with the historic marketplace transforming into the heart of holiday preparation, with the flavours of the season meeting tradition and community.

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Now Toronto @nowtoronto.bsky.social · 4d

#Thanksgiving is a time for family, togetherness, and a plate of delicious food. But for many across Toronto, putting a meal on the table can be a real challenge.

Here are a few places in the city offering free turkeys this weekend.

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A season for sharing: Here’s where to get a free turkey this Thanksgiving in Toronto - NOW Toronto

Thanksgiving is a time for family and a plate of food. But for many across Toronto, putting a meal on the table can be a real challenge.

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Now Toronto @nowtoronto.bsky.social · 4d

The Hudson’s Bay Company (HBC), a long-standing pillar of Canadian retail history, is set to open the doors to its treasure trove, auctioning off more than three centuries’ worth of commerce and art. #HudsonsBay

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Legacy on the block: Hudson’s Bay artifacts and masterpieces head to auction - NOW Toronto

The Hudson’s Bay Company (HBC), is set to auction off more than three centuries’ worth of commerce and art.

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Now Toronto @nowtoronto.bsky.social · 4d

OK, #BlueJays! ⚾️🏆️ Former baseball star José Bautista said that he thinks the Blue Jays have a chance to win the World Series this year, as the team advances to the #ALCS for the first time in almost 10 years. #Toronto

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‘I think they got it!’ José Bautista thinks the Blue Jays have a shot at winning the World Series - NOW Toronto

Former baseball star José Bautista said that he thinks the Blue Jays have a chance to win the World Series this year.

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Now Toronto @nowtoronto.bsky.social · 4d

Straight outta Compton, landed in Toronto! Ice Cube lit up Scotiabank Arena last night with a legendary set of West Coast classics. 🔥 #IceCube #ConcertsTO

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Now Toronto @nowtoronto.bsky.social · 4d

The Thanksgiving long weekend has arrived, and Toronto is filled with ways to make the most of it. #Toronto

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Events happening in Toronto this weekend: Oct. 10-13 - NOW Toronto

The Thanksgiving long weekend has arrived, and Toronto is filled with ways to make the most of it. From dance parties to...

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Now Toronto @nowtoronto.bsky.social · 4d

A group of housing advocates in South Etobicoke is speaking out in support of a controversial shelter project, while other residents against it are suing the city over the proposed site. #Toronto #Etobicoke #Housing #Homelessness

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‘We’re in a housing crisis,’ These Etobicoke residents are all for a shelter in their area, while others are suing the city to stop it - NOW Toronto

A group of housing advocates in South Etobicoke is speaking out in support of a controversial shelter project.

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Now Toronto @nowtoronto.bsky.social · 4d

#AdamSandler is bringing his new comedy tour to #Toronto this weekend, and we’ve put together a list of his most iconic films to watch before the big show. #movies

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Adam Sandler is coming to Toronto this weekend, here’s his best movies to binge before the show - NOW Toronto

Adam Sandler is bringing his new comedy tour to Toronto this weekend, and we’ve put together a list of his most iconic films.

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Now Toronto @nowtoronto.bsky.social · 4d

As Toronto reflects on the latest edition of Nuit Blanche, artists and past curators of the event are weighing in on the festival’s evolution amid online praise and criticism. #Toronto #NuitBlanche

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‘People are hungry for It,’ Toronto artists say Nuit Blanche still resonates with the public, despite some criticism - NOW Toronto

As Toronto reflects on the latest edition of Nuit Blanche, artists are weighing in on the festival’s evolution amid online criticism.

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Now Toronto @nowtoronto.bsky.social · 5d

#Toronto City Council has passed a motion with proposed changes to its automated speed enforcement cameras, but Doug Ford is still set on banning them. #speedcameras #Onpoli

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Toronto city council is changing its speed camera program in hopes of stopping Ford from banning them, here’s the new rules - NOW Toronto

Toronto City Council has passed a motion with proposed changes to its automated speed enforcement (ASE) cameras.

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Now Toronto @nowtoronto.bsky.social · 5d

It’s about to be a good day in Toronto, because legendary rap icon Ice Cube is taking over the city tonight at Scotiabank Arena. 🎶 #IceCube #ConcertsTO

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Ice Cube is headed to Toronto’s Scotiabank Arena tonight! Here are some throwbacks you forgot he had - NOW Toronto

It’s about to be a good day in Toronto, because legendary rap icon Ice Cube is taking over the city tonight at Scotiabank Arena.

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Now Toronto @nowtoronto.bsky.social · 5d

Toronto Mayor Olivia Chow is standing on business! In celebration of the Blue Jays going to the ALCS, the mayor had some fun recreating Jose Bautista's epic bat flip 🔥 #OliviaChow #Toronto #BlueJays

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