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5 days ago · Ontario’s first parliament met in 1792 at Niagara, but in 1793 Col. John Graves Simcoe, lieutenant governor of Upper Canada, selected the present site of Toronto for his capital because of its fine harbor, its strategic location for defense and trade, and the rich potential of its wilderness hinterland.
Jun 15, 2024 · Bookmark. Two centuries ago, Toronto’s leaders set aside a parcel of land in its growing west end for the enjoyment of the public. It became Clarence Square, a classic Victorian park with...
3 days ago · Toronto. / 43.74167°N 79.37333°W / 43.74167; -79.37333. Toronto is the most populous city in Canada and the capital city of the Canadian province of Ontario. With a population of 2,794,356 in 2021, [10] it is the fourth-most populous city in North America.
Jun 30, 2024 · This year's Pride events in Toronto featured many LGBTQ+ newcomers celebrating their first Pride in Canada, including Zhya Aramiy, who relocated to Toronto last year after fleeing persecution for ...
Jun 10, 2024 · Nathan Phillips Square | 2 Days in Toronto Itinerary. On the edge of the square, you’ll also find the Toronto Old City Hall, another notable landmark with its clocktower. 7:00 pm: Dinner at The Carbon Bar. For the final stop on this itinerary, make sure to grab dinner at The Carbon Bar.
5 days ago · Toronto, city, capital of the province of Ontario, southeastern Canada. It is the most populous city in Canada, a multicultural city, and the country’s financial and commercial center. Its location on the northwestern shore of Lake Ontario, which forms part of the border between Canada and the United States, and its access to Atlantic ...
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Jun 18, 2024 · Toronto city council voted Thursday to rename Yonge-Dundas Square to Sankofa Square in 2024. The new name originates in Ghana and means “reclaiming past teachings that enable us to move forward...
