Tag Archives: Toronto

Freedom

Posted on April 27, 2013 by Alexandra

I know we all love to complain about the lack of an European-style cycling infrastructure in Toronto but I have to say, it’s such a good cycling city. We seldom have to take the TTC from now until november as … Continue reading →

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Ten years ago

Posted on March 5, 2013 by Alexandra

CBC News just mentioned that 10 years ago SARS hit Toronto. That means that it’s been 10 years since we came to Toronto to look for an apartment. We came to the city amidst the worldwide panic over the disease. … Continue reading →

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Becoming Torontonian

Posted on July 17, 2012 by Alexandra

It started spontaneously. On Monday morning, a few hours after his death was announced, someone scribbled “Thanks Jack” with orange chalk on Nathan Philips Square. By the next day the tribute to the former city councillor who took the NDP … Continue reading →

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Streetcar derailed

Posted on August 19, 2011 by Alexandra

One of the things I love about Toronto is the streetcars. Not sure why I like them better than other forms of public transit, but I do. Today one of them derailed at a very busy intersection.

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Signs of spring

Posted on March 8, 2010 by Alexandra

Evenings come later and yesterday I went out on my bike for the first time in months. It was an unseasonal 15 C today and the joy in the air was contagious. The sunsets are more beautiful than usual.

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Back from the market

Posted on September 5, 2009 by Alexandra

Coming back from the farmers’ market with paniers full of fruits & veggies. Notice the beautiful basil plant hanging from the basket…

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Colder than people in TO?

Posted on August 24, 2009 by Alexandra

It’s a Canadian reality that if you are not from Toronto or don’t live here, odds are you hate this city. A similar situation can be found in most countries. New York, Madrid, Paris, London, São Paulo, are all the … Continue reading →

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Cycling through the core of Toronto

Posted on June 27, 2009 by Alexandra

The Toronto Bicycling Network is a volunteer run cycling club that organizes hundreds of events throughout the year. Among their many activities are sociable, evening rides, in which people simply meet and a designated spot and head off for a … Continue reading →

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Dark Horse Espresso Bar

Posted on June 10, 2009 by Alexandra

I had heard much about Dark Horse Espresso Bar, so when Alan and I found ourselves with a little over an hour to kill last Saturday and with a transit pass on hand, I suggested we hop on the Queen … Continue reading →

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Summer in Toronto

Posted on June 6, 2009 by Alexandra

Summer in Toronto is very frustrating. Last night we went to check out the opening of Luminato at Dundas Square but could only stay for an hour since we had to go to the other side of the city where … Continue reading →

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