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by The Bulldog • October 20, 2017

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Family remembers teen killed in Ontario crash as being full of kindness, love

28 May 2025

The family of one of the teens killed in a crash near London, Ont., is remembering her as being "full of kindness, laughter, dance, song and love." [...]

Ontario considered a flag-burning law — then abandoned it after internal pushback

28 May 2025

The proposal was scheduled to be discussed at Ford's cabinet on May 21, Ontario's Flag Day, but was pulled from ministers' briefing materials shortly before cabinet convened. [...]

Government weighs Bill 5 changes, minister says ‘essence’ won’t change

27 May 2025

The Ford government is considering making changes to its controversial Bill 5 legislation, but a senior minister says the 'essence' of the bill 'strikes the right balance.' [...]

Liberals request auditor general investigation into collapsed Metrolinx deal

27 May 2025

In mid-May, Metrolinx confirmed it had ended an agreement it signed with a consortium to provide "faster, more frequent" service across its GO train network. [...]

‘People are very frightened’: Summer Ontario tourism feeling Trump tariff chill

27 May 2025

While Canadian traffic has slowed heading to the U.S., there has also been a decline in the number of Americans heading in the opposite direction as well. [...]

Efforts to limit population of invasive ‘vampire fish’ in Canada’s Great Lakes underway

27 May 2025

Crews have finally started efforts to reduce the invasive sea lamprey population in the Great Lakes after COVID-19 disruptions threatened the $5.1-billion fishing industry. [...]

Boards around John A. Macdonald statue at Queen’s Park to be removed

27 May 2025

During a summer of protests in 2020, a box was placed around the iconic statue of Canada's first prime minister to protect it from vandals. [...]

The King’s speech and what happens next with the Carney government

28 May 2025

For just the third time in our country’s history, a sitting monarch delivered the speech from the throne. On a brief royal visit, King Charles addressed Canadians to lay out [...]

Warm summer in the forecast as droughts and wildfire risks loom: Weather Network

28 May 2025

Canadians longing for sunshine and warmth will likely be pleased by a summer forecast that has an abundance of both, says Weather Network meteorologist Doug Gillham, but he cautioned the [...]

Family remembers Ontario crash victim as being full of kindness, love

28 May 2025

The family of one of the teens killed in a crash near London, Ont., is remembering her as being “full of kindness, laughter, dance, song and love.” Olivia Rourke died [...]

Man wanted for allegedly exposing himself to woman at Scarborough restaurant

28 May 2025

Toronto police are attempting to identify a man who allegedly exposed himself to a woman at a restaurant in Scarborough. Officers were called to the business at Kingston Road and [...]

Canada Post, union set to return to bargaining table as OT ban continues

28 May 2025

Canada Post and the union representing 55,000 of its workers are set to head back to the bargaining table as an overtime ban remains in effect. The Canadian Union of [...]

Two men convicted after migrants froze to death on Canada-U.S. border face sentencing

28 May 2025

FERGUS FALLS — Two men are to be sentenced today for their role in a human smuggling operation that saw a family of four freeze to death on the Canada-U.S. [...]

Retired detective set to continue testifying at hockey players’ sex assault trial

28 May 2025

A retired detective is expected to continue testifying today at the sex assault trial of five former world junior hockey players in London, Ont. A video of Det. Steve Newton’s [...]

Decision coming in trial of developers accused of defrauding investors out of retirement savings

28 May 2025

Years after they lost tens of thousands of dollars by investing with Fortress Real Developments, several investors are hoping to see the company’s principals found guilty of criminal fraud in [...]

How a tipster tracked a U.S. fugitive 'psychic' to Toronto after a 21-year search

28 May 2025

An internet sleuth pointed authorities to the whereabouts of a longtime U.S. fugitive leading a double life in Ontario. CBC News has pieced together new details about the anonymous tip [...]

Mimico GO Station was supposed to be accessible by 2023. Upgrades still haven't begun

28 May 2025

South Etobicoke residents are vowing to continue the pressure on Metrolinx to make the GO station in their area more accessible despite reassurances from the provincial transit agency that improvements are coming. [...]

Sir John A. Macdonald statue at Queen's Park to be uncovered after 5 years

27 May 2025

The statue was covered after it was vandalized in 2020 amid anti-racism protests and heightened discussions over the history of Canada's residential school system. Now, it's set to be uncovered [...]

Farewell to TTC tickets and tokens: Old fare media disappear as transit system modernizes

27 May 2025

Sunday marks the final day that Toronto commuters can use legacy TTC tickets, tokens, and day passes. The shift is part of the TTC’s ongoing fare modernization, but for some riders, these [...]

2 more charged with 1st-degree murder in Riverdale double shooting

27 May 2025

Two more people have been charged with first-degree murder in connection with a fatal double shooting in Toronto's Riverdale neighbourhood in April. [...]

Toronto to put $2.1M toward festival safety following deadly attack in Vancouver

27 May 2025

New funding will support festivals with the health, security costs in the wake of the Lapu -Lapu Day festival attack in Vancouver. [...]

Edmonton Oilers inch closer to Stanley Cup Final after another win at home

28 May 2025

The Edmonton Oilers took a commanding 3-1 lead in the Western Conference final series with a 4-1 victory over the Dallas Stars. [...]

With PWHL expansion looming, the defending champion Frost go out on top

27 May 2025

The Frost will get to celebrate one last time before rosters are thrown in a blender next week. Expansion draft protection lists are due next Tuesday, and teams can only [...]

See it, be it, and then tee it up: Black Women Golfers group opens new space in golf

27 May 2025

The purpose of Black Women Golfers is not only to create new and emboldened spaces in golf, but to fortify the work that has been done for racial equality in sport [...]

Not all OHL teams are making players take mandatory sexual violence prevention program

28 May 2025

Nearly a decade ago, the Ontario Hockey League (OHL) made gender-based anti-violence and consent training mandatory for all major junior teams. Today, the sexual assault centres tasked with teaching the players are [...]

World juniors sexual assault trial hears from 1 of the 5 accused men for 1st time, via police video

27 May 2025

We're back at Superior Court in London, Ont., to cover the latest developments from the sexual assault trial of five former world junior hockey players. [...]

Canada's Auger-Aliassime gives up 2-set lead in French Open loss to Italy's Arnaldi

27 May 2025

Montreal's Felix Auger-Aliassime is out of the French Open after giving up a two-set lead in a 5-7, 2-6, 6-3, 6-4, 6-2 first-round loss to Italy's Matteo Arnaldi on Tuesday. [...]

Cozzolino's 2 goals leads Canada win over China at Para hockey worlds

27 May 2025

Dominic Cozzolino scored twice as Canada wrapped up the preliminary round at the world Para hockey championship with a 4-2 win over China on Tuesday. [...]

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Sidewalk Sensation – June 14th, 2025

13 March 2025

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AppleFest – October 19th, 2024

4 September 2024

Saturday, October 19th between 10:30am – 3:00pm [...]

Sidewalk Sensation Event – June 15th, 2024

30 April 2024

Saturday, June 15th between 10:30am – 4:00pm [...]

Santa & Carollers Coming to Town!

7 November 2023

Saturday, December 2nd & 9th between 12:30pm-3:30pm [...]

AppleFest October 14th, 2023

1 September 2023

Sidewalk Sensation Event – June 17th, 2023

19 April 2023

Commercial Façade Improvement Grant Program

1 March 2023

Chanukah Menorah Lighting

28 December 2024

Come celebrate Chanukah in Mount Pleasant Village! Everyone's invited to our Menorah lighting Sat. Dec. 28 at 7:30PM [...]

13th Mount Pleasant Village Harvest Fair!

21 September 2024

Bring the whole fam to Mount Pleasant Village's Harvest Fair Sept 21. Shop the Sidewalk Sale and enjoy a day of entertainment, activities and fun! Supported by My Main Street [...]

Tapestry Opera

8 September 2024

Enjoy the delightful music of Tapestry Opera in an intimate performance on MPV's Curbside Stage. [...]

Mount Pleasant Village Comedy Festival

22 June 2024

Toronto's top comics will have you rolling in the aisles! Come out and enjoy these hilarious stand-up and improv shows all summer long. [...]

Celebrate Canada!

25 May 2024

Sidewalk Sale & Neighbourhood Party - FREE family fun with music, prizes, shows and acticities for kids. [...]

Pleasant Present Contest

19 May 2024

SHOP MORE... DINE MORE... Upload a receipt for your chance to WIN a $100 MPV Gift Card! [...]

Mother’s Day 2024

11 May 2024

Pick up an extra special gift for Mom and treat her to a delicious meal she'll remember! [...]

Available on MacPherson!

28 May 2025

A great blackberry seed available for $5 a pot on MacPherson!Someone is offering a "Brother" printer on MacPherson. They are black and white and usually good. Not sure whether this [...]

Rolls Royce!

27 May 2025

A Rolls Royce not far from our area! Who would want that?All ready to picked up on Yonge Street!Bottles always available. And there are people who pick them up! [...]

Fun Fair coming!

26 May 2025

The Fun Fair will be on June 7 from 11:30 am to 3:30 pm. It will be t the Cottingham school!The Mitfar boutique cafe is doing well! Lots of good [...]

Great tulips!

26 May 2025

At Molson and Roxborough! [...]

Cars get hit all the time!

25 May 2025

This one was broken into and was sitting on MacPherson. Hopefully it happened elsewhere!Available for pickup in our area. It seems someone does pick up these things and deals with [...]

Lots of buses!

25 May 2025

Many cars and many buses but not bicycles to be seen on Yonge Street!Branksome Hall noted in our neighbourhood! All the best! [...]

A real expensive car!

24 May 2025

Parked for a while on Roxborough. A really expensive one!A lot of upscale clothing on Yonge Street!It's raining on Yonge Street! Likely for a couple of days. [...]

Jane’s Walk heads to Bennington Heights

29 April 2025

Join LRA President Geoff Kettel and Mitch Bubuji as they lead a Jane's Walk through Bennington Heights. When: Sunday, May 4, 2 p.m. Where: Meet at Evergreen Gardens Park - just west [...]

April 14 Candidates Meeting

25 April 2025

Monday, April 14, 7 p.m.William Lea RoomLeaside Memorial Community Gardens1073 Millwood RoadDoors open at 6:30 p.m. Agenda items include a resolution to expand the area served by the Leaside Residents [...]

April 14 Annual & Special Meeting & Candidates Meeting

13 April 2025

Apply by March 17 to join Leaside Memorial Arena Board

18 February 2025

Local residents are needed to serve on the Leaside Memorial Community Gardens Arena Board. The Board is looking for individuals with a background in law, human resources, non-profit leadership, sports [...]

Provincial Election 2025

16 February 2025

Election Day: Thursday, February 27, 2025, 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. Advance Polls: Thursday, February 20 - Saturday, February 22, 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. See ElectionsOntario to check voter [...]

Ward 11 TDSB Trustee by-election

16 February 2025

Election to fill vacant Ward 11 Trustee seat (same boundaries as City of Toronto Ward 15, Don Valley West) Election Day: Monday, March 3, 2025, 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. [...]

Concert Properties proposes 32, 37, and 43 storeys for former Sunnybrook Plaza site

2 January 2025

Concert Properties has recently submitted a proposal to the City of Toronto for the former Sunnybrook Plaza site that greatly exceeds the size and density of the original proposals for [...]

SEDRA AGM – May 6, 2025

5 May 2025

Tomorrow, May 6, 2025 is SEDRA’s 2025 Annual General Meeting and you’re invited! Our AGM will be held in-person at Greenwood College School, 443 Mt. Pleasant (at Davisville) Doors open [...]

What Kind of City are We Building?

28 March 2025

By Jeff Latto, Chair of SEDRA’s Tall/Mid-Rise Working Group This is a question worth asking ourselves from time to time. It’s a question worth asking a lot these days as [...]

Davisville Avenue Reimagined – Safer and Better

27 March 2025

Real progress is being made on improving Davisville Avenue, with the goal of making it safer and more usable for all. The City has scheduled improvements to be completed in [...]

Election Fever

26 March 2025

It’s elections, elections all around. In addition to the Don Valley West By-elections for City Councillor and then TDSB Trustee, we had a provincial election. Now we are in the [...]

Don Valley West By-election – Virtual Candidates’ Meeting

9 October 2024

A Toronto City Council by-election will be held in Don Valley West on Monday, November 4, 2024 to replace long-time councillor Jaye Robinson. SEDRA has joined with many other residents’ [...]

Candidate Answers – Don Valley West By-election

26 September 2024

A Toronto City Council by-election will be held in Don Valley West on Monday, November 4, 2024 to replace long-time councillor Jaye Robinson. In order to help inform voters about [...]

What Did Davisville Do Wrong?

12 September 2024

We get used to the status quo, for the most part. Things are as they are, especially if they were in place when we first arrived in an area. The [...]

Annual General Meeting 2025 and Monthly General Meeting

8 May 2025

We invite all members of FoNTRA to the Annual General Meeting. We encourage all member organizations to register for the AGM with Eventbrite to assist us in managing the attendee [...]

Ford government to appeal injunction blocking Toronto bike lane removals

30 April 2025

Doug Ford says the provincial government will appeal the Ontario Superior Court’s decision to grant an injunction that blocks the removal of several bike lanes in Toronto. “But those bike [...]

Ford Government’s Bill 5 is its latest “Trump like” assault on the environment and democracy

30 April 2025

On April 17, 2025 the Ford Government quietly tabled the omnibus Bill 5, the Protect Ontario by Unleashing our Economy Act. While the bill introduces some added authority to restrict [...]

Think Toronto is shabby and ugly? Changing this one thing could help halt the city’s race to the bottom

25 April 2025

Toronto often feels shabby. There are many examples but the renovation of College Park comes to mind. The general idea was good — skating trail, landscaping, sculptural giant frogs — but the execution [...]

Have your federal riding boundaries changed?

4 April 2025

In 2023 the federal riding boundaries were redrawn, and they now no longer correspond to the provincial riding boundaries (as they formerly did). "A redistribution of federal electoral districts ("ridings") began in [...]

Ontario Place sewer plan an environmental disaster

27 January 2025

We are writing in opposition to the Ontario Government’s combined sewer overflow work (CSO) at 955 Lakeshore Boulevard West (Ontario Place) that has the clear potential to spread polluted water, [...]

Toronto city council passes plan to entice developers to build rental homes

15 November 2024

Toronto city council has approved a plan to support the building of 20,000 new rental homes in the city. The plan, approved Wednesday by a vote of 23 to 1, would see [...]

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Music, food & fun at Arraiá on Yonge – June 21st
May 27, 2025
Cactus Curious? Toronto’s prickliest plant sale is June 8th
May 27, 2025
Mark your calendars for some Good Vibes, Sat. May 10th
May 9, 2025
Milne House Garden Club hosts annual flower show May 15
May 7, 2025
Walk, learn, explore: Jane’s Walk returns May 2nd – 4th
May 1, 2025

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