PRESTO to be big part of TTC modernization, Byford says
The use of the PRESTO fare system will increase along with the modernization of Toronto’s transit system, according to the TTC’s chief executive officer.
Articles by Ben Rappaport
Photos released of man wanted in College Park assaults
Toronto police have released images of a man who allegedly assaulted three people last Thursday in the College Park area.
City council supports tax exemption for Aga Khan Museum
City council has confirmed its support for a property tax exemption for the Aga Khan Museum and Ismaili Centre, a museum of Islamic and Iranian art located in the Don Mills area.
Canada Post suspends community mailbox program
The installation of community mailboxes in Canada is to be suspended until further notice.
Toronto eateries participating in Restaurants for Change
Toronto is to host a massive food-driven charity event tonight.
Oliver ‘celebrates’ after loss in Eglinton-Lawrence
Outgoing finance minister Joe Oliver has lost the election for the Eglinton-Lawrence riding, falling to Liberal Marco Mendicino, but he was still able to lift the spirits of his supporters last night.
A look at heritage buildings in Toronto
As a cultural hub of the world, Toronto is home to several heritage buildings that carry enormous historical significance. In attempts to revitalize the city as it continues to grow, a lot of these buildings have…
Historic Guild Inn set to be restored
A long-neglected heritage site located in Scarborough’s Guildwood Village is being brought back to life.
Toronto police’s 11 Division superintendent planning his next charity challenge
A Toronto police officer, 11 Division Supt. Heinz Kuck, travelled over 250 kilometres this winter through Algonquin Park, in freezing temperatures, by dogsled to raise money for Victim Services Toronto, a charity helping those affected by crime and violence. This is more than twice the distance he travelled last year during his first dogsledding fundraiser.
Bring on the summer: Toronto’s hottest music festivals
Check out the Observer’s rundown of notable music fests hitting Toronto this summer, including Riot Fest, Veld Music Festival, CARIBANA, Electronic Island, Edgefest, OVO, Digital Dreams, NXNE, and TD Jazz Fest.