Toronto is a fascinating city and one of the gems of both Canada and North America.
Toronto
Has multiple large sections or neighborhoods on the northern side is North York on the eastern side of Scarborough, on the western side is Etobicoke, and towards the coast or shoreline is East York.
Major highways going that transverse Toronto include Highway 401 and 404.
Beaches include Woodbine beach, Balmy Beach Park. There’s Humber Bay Parks and the Colonel Samuel Smith Park.
Toronto Quick Stats
- Elevation: 251 feet, 76 meters
- Land Area: 243 square miles, 630 square kilometers
- Population: 2,794,356 people
- Toronto Etymology: "Toronto' is cognizant wth the Huron word for “fishing weir.”
Toronto Events
- Toronto Blue Jays games: they haven't always been the only Major League Baseball team in Canada, but now that they are, they are Canada's favorite.
- Toronto Maple Leafs games: Tickets may be hard to come by, but there is not a more beloved hockey team in the world.
- Caribbean Carnival
- Christmas Market
Areas of Toronto
- Downtown Toronto (Downtown core) - Here you will find culture and commerce. Home to many historical landmarks
- Yorkville – a wealthy neighborhood home to many high-end bars and fashion stores
- Yonge & Eglinton – with easy access to the downtown core, this neighborhood is close to the affluent parts of Toronto, there is still affordable housing in this neighborhood with all the necessary amenities
- Leslieville – a family-friendly neighborhood mixed with creative types Bloordale Village – a family friendly neighborhood with shopping and grocery stores nearby to aid in your weekly needs
- West Queen West – full of vintage clothes shops and art galleries, this neighborhood is known as the "cool" neighborhood in Toronto Corktown – a quiet residential area great for those looking to escape the chaos of downtown
- The Beaches – a family-friendly neighborhood of the middle-class with easy access to public transport
- Moss Park – Because of it's historically bad reputation, this up-and-coming neighborhood has lower rent than many other neighborhoods. Don't let the bad reputation scare you, things have been increasingly improving over the years
- Riverdale – this residential area is great for families. Has a park that is popular during the summer months in Toronto
- King West – located right in downtown, this neighborhood is full of high-rise apartment buildings for those who want to be fully emerged into Toronto city life
- Liberty Village – Many young professionals live in this popular neighborhood because of it's quick commute to downtown Toronto
- Roncesvalles – This hipster neighborhood used to be the Polish neighborhood of Toronto. Known for it's beauty, young people are flocking to "Roncy" because it is cheaper than other parts of Toronto.
- High Park North – this quiet neighborhood is popular for it's proximity to city life, without all the noise and fast paced vibes. One of the best features is the 400 acres park.
- Parkdale – This trendy neighborhood is home to a diverse community with easy access to the downtown core of Toronto
- Bloor West Village – this quiet neighborhood has everything you need including schools, bars, supermarkets and restaurants
- Chinatown – home to Toronto's Chinese community, many people love to come here for their shopping needs due to their lower prices than many other neighborhoods in Toronto
- Danforth-Greektown – With easy access to the downtown core, this neighborhood is popular with newcomers looking for a low-key atmosphere
- Little Italy – a fun and exciting neighborhood with great food and atmosphere
Toronto More Info
Toronto Frequently Asked Questions
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Where is Toronto
Short answer: Toronto is in Ontario, Canada. For a more detailed report on where Toronto is that makes sense whether you're one city over or on the other side of the world, click here.
What Time Zone is Toronto in?
Toronto is in the Eastern Time Zone. It shares the same time as New York, Washington DC, and Miami.
Canada has 6 different time zones.
What province is Toronto in?
Toronto is in Canada's Ontario Province. It is the provincial capital of Ontario; though, Ottawa, also located in Ontario, is the capital of Canada.