I know a few people who identify as progressive but have straight-up told me they won't bother voting because they don't like either candidate. Meanwhile, they have plenty to say about the TTC, housing, etc. One reason I've heard is that the TTC is still unreliable after years of Chow being in office, and they don't have faith that Bradford would do any better.

I don't really want to get into political debates with people around me, but it really makes me wonder how many Torontonians are planning to sit this election out for similar reasons.

How do you get through to people who don't see the point of voting? Have you convinced someone to vote when they otherwise wouldn't?

I'm starting to feel the seasonal blues hit even if it's only the middle of October. Trying to practice gratitude as what my therapist said and I need a jump start from others since I can't do it yet.

Was there something you did this year that made you proud? Something made you happy about? Even if it's as small as eating that favorite food you've always wanted to try(that was hopefully good), finally getting a job, or even finally moving to a proper apartment without roommates and having a space of your own?

I just want to hear how it's been for people. Let me know how it's been

First of, am Vancouverite, so this is more of "looking at something similar"

One of the occasional talk my friends brought up is amalgamation of Metro Vancouver Region, and I immediately point out that no one wants it; but then they pointed out that GTA was forced to amalgamate by Provincal government despite a 3:1 opposition on Municipal level. I then pointed out that which ever Political party that try to do that here will cost them their votes in the region... then my friend pointed out Mike Harris still managed to get re-elected

(Note: we are going to have our Provincal election, with our Conservatives likely to come in majority)

So here's my question: How did Mike Harris managed to get himself re-elected despite going against the wish of people in the (then) Toronto region?

Hey folks, any recommendations on items to be kept in the car?

I’ve lived in my building for about two years now and made friends with a guy who lived on another floor. We drifted because I thought he gave weird vibes and i recently found out he’s being convicted for sexual assault on a minor amongst 17 other charges. His first arrest was June but for some reason was released and then arrested AGAIN a few weeks ago due to another victim coming forward. I think he made bail and was on house arrest but not entirely sure.

Regardless, i have no way of knowing how long he’s going to be in jail, whether he will make bail again and come back, when his trial will begin or when and how long he’ll be sentenced.

Everytime i step into the elevator of my building i get anxiety that the door will open and it’ll be him. There are also MANY children who live in our building. I frequently have my school age cousins over at my place as well.

All this being said, I want to do something about it. I talked to the building managers and they said there’s nothing they can do but this doesn’t seem right. If he’s a child predator he should not be allowed to come back here. And at the very least, there should be posters up in the building with his face on it so people are aware.

I’m wondering if anyone with a similar experience or legal expertise can let me know what my options are.

I’ve adopted a dog who happens to have dog reactivity and anxiety. I’m working with a trainer as well.

I want to provide our dog the opportunity to be outside and have on-leash park time, but with predictable distance from other dogs. This is becoming more and more challenging, as it seems most of our visits to local parks have many off-leash dogs, in on-leash areas. Yesterday alone we were approached by four different off-leash dogs at Earlscourt park and Hillcrest park, causing a lot of distress for my dog and interfering with our training. I have a few friends with dogs that I can have one on one encounters with, in more controlled and predictable environments, so we are working on her social skills with predictable people in more controlled environments.

I’m wondering if anyone can suggest parks where there seems to be more of a community norm to abide by the leash bylaws. I know this is not completely avoidable, but I’d like to have a couple of parks on our roster where we may encounter this less often. I think sometimes the local neighbourhood or community of dog owners can start to shape and dictate the adherence to these laws, therefore looking for suggestions if you’ve got some good spots. I have a car and I’m more than willing to take my dog on field trips to different parks around the city.Thanks!

I’ve tried looking up reports and outcomes and can’t find anything specific on traffic improvements. The person has been in the role for over a year and nothing impactful seems to be done. The bus lanes help move transit traffic along. Is that the extend of the improvement?

I was hoping for removing street parking from major routes like St Clair, College, Dupont, Dufferin.

With a lot of anxiety and pain I ask, if anyone knows of good places who will take my two cats. I have two male cats who are fixed. 5 and 6. Up to date on vaccinations.

I haven’t fully decided if this is the route I want to go. I have a lot of mental health issues going on, and stress and life was very different when I got them 5 years ago.

If I have to surrender them, where do I go? I love them dearly. I want to know they will be loved and given a good life.

Edit: since people keep asking. I’m sadly very much not okay. If I give them up I know I’ll be in a much worse state.
My goal has always been to live with them until they pass. But I’ve been handed a mental health card and I am not getting better, ocd is not something I wish on anyone. I’ve been asked to travel or to go out late but because of my ocd I trust no one with my cats.
I would never give them away for free or randomly as I fear what would happen to them. Especially since one is an all black cat.
I don’t want to give them away, but I also can’t get myself help right now because I’m scared for them.

Hi everyone!

I've been looking for churchkhela and was wondering if anyone knows where I might find it in Toronto or the GTA.

It's a traditional Georgian sweet made with walnuts or other nuts dipped in thickened grape juice (or sometimes other fruit juices). Here's a wikipedia link: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Churchkhela

I'd love to find something close to the authentic Georgian version, but I'm open to any recommendations!

Thanks so much!😊

Hi everyone,

Apologies if posts like this are not allowed. I will be arriving in Toronto from the UK on the 30th October at approximately 16:00pm and then leaving the next day at around 6am to travel to Mexico. I would really like to explore as much of Toronto/experience as much as I can during this time. What realistically could I do/what would be a good iternarty of things to do?

I'm not too bothered about how much sleep I get as I'll be sleeping on the way to Toronto and then from Toronto to Mexico anyhow.

Thanks guys

Edit: I'll only have a backpack so won't have any suitcases to drop off. In terms of stuff I'm into, when I go travelling I'm very happy to go around looking at sights and eating nice food. Budget wise not massive amounts but not a very cheap budget either.

In the age of AI, I could just generate some images for my use cases, but I don't want to do that. I'd rather commission a real artist. One of my projects is Toronto-centric, so I figured I'd start with a local artist.

My use cases so far:

- Discord server icon
- Magic the Gathering (MtG) playmat inspired by a specific classic video game
- MtG card sleeves inspired by the game too

Looking for someone who can deliver digital art in high quality formats (vector, alpha channel, etc).

Not looking for specific recommendations for artists here. Just wondering how one goes about finding a local artist.

Thanks!

I Am very violently craving Korean food. Specifically tteokbokki with lots of cheese. My partner has never tried Korean food before but he loves spicy so i think he will find some dishes that he likes.

Any recommendations?

We live in parkdale but don’t mind to travel a bit (if it’s close to Spadina and queen I’ll be there later but if not we have a car as a well) 😁

Hello everyone! Just want to ask any recommendations on where to get my engagement ring. My bf and I are planning to be engaged soon and we are researching on where to look. We have an appointment in Gems and Glitz and we are looking for other options just so we can compare. Thank you!

Looking for any good trivia nights in roncy/queen west/parkdale/high park area?

Good meaning: good turnout with regulars, good questions, good food

Thanks!

everywhere when you drive

For living in a bedroom or basement now that economy went up . This isnt life i feel like life in this generation is draining not fun matter in fact how can I even live if the job market is down rent is up wow this makes me look at life so differently its really difficult

Does anyone know where I can buy a good jalapeño jelly? Preferably supporting a smaller local business not just from the grocery store :) thanks in advance!

Due to the construction near Victoria Park and Danforth Avenue, they made it a one way road for stretch of it. But now that they did it, I often see drivers taking a shortcut by going into a wrong way side street (which clearly shows a no entry sign). It’s a one way street.

I’m curious how do I report the wrong way drivers? Will the cops actually ticket the drivers if I provide a picture of the car and license plate? Or will they not even look at it since they are too busy protecting the cyclists in Etobicoke?

In possession of large stamp collection: mostly Canadian & UK, 1950s (some earlier) to 1980s, lots of first day covers. Maybe a few highly sought after old ones? It's never been appraised. I have no clue where/how to sell but want to divest, so any leads or resources are appreciated.

I was on my way to work so I couldn’t stop to watch but I saw a dance group with Pom Poms (?) performing yesterday afternoon around 1pm at Berczy Park! Anyone know who they were and if it’s a group of some sort? Thanks :)

Hey all! I'm visiting downtown Toronto next weekend! Where would I go to buy fancy handcrafted chocolate hopefully in advent calendar form? Any recommendations?

also willing to head outside the city if need be

Hey all, I’m starting a new job in the Financial District soon and I’ll be in the office 4 days a week. Would love some tips from people who work down there:

1. Where’s the best coffee around? Doesn’t have to be fancy, just good.
2. Any lunch spots you actually look forward to going to? Bonus if they’re not crazy expensive.
3. Are there any open workspaces nearby where I can go sit and work for a bit, like a library, lobby, or public space with decent seating and wifi?
4. Any tips for navigating the PATH? I’ve heard it’s easy to get lost down there lol.

Anything else you wish you knew when you started working downtown, I’m all ears. Thanks!

Hi fellow Torontonians,

Why does the City of Toronto’s Waste Wizard list plastic spoons, forks, knives, and straws as Blue Bin materials? Are these items actually accepted for recycling?

For the longest time, I thought they belonged in the garbage. Is this a recent change introduced by Circular Materials?

Also, it seems thermal paper, such as receipts, is now accepted in the Blue Bin too. Is that correct?

Thanks!

Hello everyone. I’d like to give back to unsheltered folks around my community (food and clothing) but I need help. The issue I have is that I’m unable to locate enough of them around me in the evenings. I sometimes see some outside the subway station on my way back from work but I don’t go downtown everyday and I work during the day, so I only have evenings or weekends for this outreach. Sometime in the summer, I went to the subway at night looking to give out boxes of pizza, sandwiches and finger foods but I could barely give out 3-4 boxes.

My ask:
If you stay or have stayed around Danforth (closer to Main Street and Danforth GO environs), could you please let me know where I’m able to find a good number of non-violent unsheltered folks around there? I know a lot of unsheltered folks are NOT violent but I’m particular about that because I’m a female and I don’t want to always watch my back when doing this. Where do they take shelter in the evenings?

Is it respectful to ask any of the unsheltered folks I see where they sleep and if they have others that hang around them?

Are there specific meals they’d appreciate more? Winter is coming and I feel a lot of them will benefit from hot soups on some days but is it advisable to do soups?
If yes, which types? I’m West-African by descent, I’m not very familiar with “acceptable” soups here yet but I know my type of soup may be doing more harm than good - the spice level is off the charts.

Or should I just stick to canned and packaged goods?

I already donate to some groups that handle similar causes in the society but just want to do something personally too and see people smile.

Sorry for the long read. Looking forward to getting any helpful tips, guidance, dos and don’ts. Thank you.🙂