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Mysterious plane flying strange pattern over Toronto has people talking
An airplane was spotted flying in a low and curiously methodical pattern over Toronto on Thursday night, and the aircraft's path was enough to get locals talking.A Cessna 172 Skyhawk with the tail registration N27AH, owned by Chautauqua, NY-based MWT Aviation and operated by Great Lakes Flight Center, was tracked on a circuitous path o...
https://www.blogto.com/city/2026/03/plane-flying-pattern-over-toronto-people-talking/

Buck Martinez's replacement has been chosen for Toronto Blue Jays broadcasts
Buck Martinez's replacement has been named, and he's someone that Toronto Blue Jays fans will recognize. And like Buck, he's a former MLB catcher. Joe Siddall has been picked by Sportsnet to be the new colour commentator on Blue Jays television broadcasts, according to a report from Rob Longley of the Toronto S...
https://www.blogto.com/sports_play/2026/03/buck-martinez-replacement-chosen-toronto-blue-jays-broadcasts/

Travel advisory update warns Canadians to be extra cautious in the Philippines
If you're planning a trip from Canada to the Philippines, make sure to take extra precautions following a new travel advisory update.The Government of Canada published an update to its travel advisory for the Philippines, warning people of possible safety and security risks. The warning involves a possible terrorism...
https://www.blogto.com/travel/2026/03/travel-advisory-update-canadians-extra-cautious-philippines/

Toronto restaurant known for deli sandwiches abruptly closing due to rising costs
It's never easy when a neighbourhood staple is forced to say goodbye, but in this case, it stings a little extra. Dave's Genuine Deli, a Jewish deli located at 1763 Avenue Rd., has announced that it will be closing its doors this weekend, ending five years of serving some of the city's most sought-after sandwiches. Chef and owner Dave...
https://www.blogto.com/eat_drink/2026/03/daves-genuine-deli-toronto-closing/

A free coffee truck with a chance to win prizes is popping up in downtown Toronto
Sometimes the best thing to do in the middle of a busy day is pause for a moment and grab a good cup of coffee.To mark Responsible Gaming Month, Ontario-made casino app Betty is bringing a mobile pop-up coffee truck to downtown Toronto, offering complimentary drinks in some of the city’s busiest areas.The "Take a Break on Betty" exper...
https://www.blogto.com/sports_play/2026/03/free-coffee-toronto-betty-gaming/

Ontario nominees to root for at this year's Oscars
The 98th Academy Awards will roll out the red carpet on Sunday, March 15, and several Ontario nominees have the chance to make their mark on Hollywood's biggest night.Canadians have had a significant history with the Oscars since the annual award show began in 1929, and many legendary talents like James Cameron and Christopher Plummer have picked up the revered golden statues...
https://www.blogto.com/film/2026/03/ontario-nominees-oscars-2026/

Are Toronto chefs and restaurants getting fed up with influencer culture?
Social media has grown to become the preeminent mode of marketing for nearly every industry worldwide, with influencers — those select few who boast large followings and cultural sway — holding the keys.The Toronto restaurant industry is no exception. While traditional forms of getting the word out about restaurants, like leg...
https://www.blogto.com/eat_drink/2026/03/toronto-chefs-restaurants-fed-up-influencer-culture/

Try TRESemmé's new A-LIST collection at a free Toronto pop-up
Wouldn't it be a dream to live in a world where luxurious, red-carpet-ready hair was just part of everyday life? Where prestige-inspired styling felt effortless and good hair days were basically guaranteed?Well, if you live in Toronto, you can stop dreaming — because that world is about to land right on your doorstep.The A-LIST Studio by TRESemmé is coming to...
https://www.blogto.com/sponsored/2026/03/tresemme-toronto-pop-up-march/

Ontario town moves to dump 'Prince Andrew' name from island amid Epstein links
An Ontario township is moving to rename Prince Andrew Island following the arrest of the scandal-plagued former British royal and his ties to convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein.The small island, located in Lakefield within Selwyn Township near Peterborough, got its name in 1978 after Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor (formerly Prince And...
https://www.blogto.com/travel/2026/03/ontario-town-rename-prince-andrew-island/

It's about to get easier to take your dog on flights to and from Toronto
Listen up, pet parents: Your beloved pups will soon be able to fly high in the sky — in-cabin and with first-class service — as Vicuna Air adds Toronto to its pet travel routes.The trailblazing pet aviation company recently announced it is expanding to more cities to give more families the chance to travel without the anxiety of stowing the...
https://www.blogto.com/travel/2026/03/international-pet-travel-service-toronto/

Online furniture store opening first Toronto brick-and-mortar location
Modern furniture brand, Article, is officially expanding into physical retail in Toronto and has announced plans to open its first brick-and-mortar store in the city later this year. The massive store will be located at the base of the mixed-use development, West House, located on Bathurst St. just south of King St. W. The...
https://www.blogto.com/fashion_style/2026/03/online-furniture-store-opening-first-toronto-location/

Power-of-sale home just an hour outside Toronto listed at surprisingly affordable price
Ontario's real estate market always has properties that turn heads for their design, size, and high price tags. But a new listing that just hit the market in Tottenham is getting attention for a different reason: it's a surprisingly good deal. 8 William Smart Rd. is a functionally designed 3-bedroom, 2-bath home that's being sold unde...
https://www.blogto.com/real-estate-toronto/2026/03/8-william-smart-rd/

Canadian travellers forced to dig deep as flight prices skyrocket
Canadians will see the price of flights surge in the coming weeks and months amid the conflict between the United States and Iran.On Thursday, Iran's new supreme leader, Mojtaba Khamenei, vowed to keep the Strait of Hormuz closed. It's a crucial passage way for one-fifth of the world's oil supply, and its shutdown has caused oil prices and, therefore, jet f...
https://www.blogto.com/travel/2026/03/flight-prices-canada-skyrocket/

Rough-looking 'shovel-ready' Ontario house is still half a million dollars
When it comes to Ontario house listings, you know things are bad when the broker opens with the phrase "for sale shovel-ready house."But in the case of this Oshawa property, I'm not sure a shovel is going to cut it.You might need a bulldozer.The house back in 2021. Image from HouseSigma. The existing house at 85 Hall St. has been in rough shap...
https://www.blogto.com/real-estate-toronto/2026/03/85-hall-street-ontario/

Ontario's April forecast for 2026 is in and here's what's in store
Even though we're less than two weeks in, it's safe to say that March has already been unpredictable across southern Ontario, with temperatures climbing into the high teens, followed by freezing rain, strong winds, and an upcoming wintry system this Friday.If the past week is any indication, April is set to continue this turbulent pattern, and unfortunately, t...
https://www.blogto.com/city/2026/03/ontarios-april-forecast-2026/

Canada caps certain bank fees and here's how much you can save
People in Canada no longer have to worry about being charged a hefty bank fee as a new government measure kicks in on Thursday, March 12.The federal government has implemented a cap on the fee that Canadian banks can charge for non-sufficient funds (NSF).Banks charge NSF fees when a cheque or pre-authorized debit (PAD) payment is declined due to...
https://www.blogto.com/city/2026/03/canada-caps-certain-bank-fees-how-much-you-save/

Canadians could get kicked off U.S. airline for not following this new rule on board
Travellers from Canada could face serious consequences if they don't follow a new rule on board United Airlines.The American airline recently updated its Contract of Carriage, which lists detailed terms and conditions for passengers.If you're travelling with United Airlines, make sure to pack your AirPods or headphones...
https://www.blogto.com/travel/2026/03/canadians-could-get-kicked-off-us-airline-new-rule/

An Ontario Costco location was mobbed with crowds this week and you'll never guess why
A chaotic scene at an Ontario Costco this week looked less like a regular weekday morning and more like a scene straight out of the early years of Black Friday sales.Before the store at 5900 Rodeo Dr. in Mississauga even opened, what looked like hundreds of shoppers were already lined up outside, hoping to get their hands on someth...
https://www.blogto.com/city/2026/03/ontario-costco-location-mobbed-crowds/

The burgers at an Ontario food truck were just crowned best in Canada
The burgers getting churned out of a two-year-old Ontario food truck have officially been ranked the best in Canada.Burgers are like snowflakes: some patties come smashed, some come thick and juicy. Some people order them dressed to the nines, while others opt for the humble bite of an unmarked patty between two dry buns. I'm not here to yuck yo...
https://www.blogto.com/eat_drink/2026/03/burgers-ontario-crowned-best-canada/

Parts of Ontario are about to get slammed with up to 20 cm of snow
After a messy mix of freezing rain, strong winds, and snow this week, southern and eastern Ontario are preparing for yet another wintry blast of weather. According to The Weather Network's latest report, a fast-moving low-pressure system is expected to bring more snowfall and strong winds across the region on Friday, with the potential for a second storm o...
https://www.blogto.com/city/2026/03/parts-ontario-slammed-20-cm-snow/

$3 million Toronto condo in historic loft building is magazine-worthy
Toronto real estate has a lot of dramatic glow-ups, but this one feels like it deserves its own design magazine spread.A sprawling hard loft inside the historic Foundry Lofts in the Junction has just hit the market for $2,998,000, and the space has undergone such a striking transformation that it barely resembles the version we featured ...
https://www.blogto.com/real-estate-toronto/2026/03/339-1100-lansdowne-avenue-toronto/

What'll happen to Toronto's iconic Patrician Grill sign after the restaurant closes?
Hearts across Toronto broke with the news that the city's legendary Patrician Grill will close permanently in the spring 0f 2026, but curiosity still permeated: if the restaurant is leaving, what'll happen to its equally iconic sign?For better or worse, all things must pass, and, as of May 9, that'll be true for K...
https://www.blogto.com/eat_drink/2026/03/toronto-patrician-grill-sign-after-restaurant-closes/

This quaint Ontario town is the perfect March Break escape from city life
Just an hour and a half from Toronto, Clarksburg, a quaint little village in the town of Blue Mountains, Ontario, feels like the kind of place you stumble upon in a small-town TV sitcom— I'm looking at you, Schitt's Creek. I'd heard about it, but now it was time to experience it for myself.The first thing I noticed was how quickly the enviro...
https://www.blogto.com/travel/2026/03/clarksburg-ontario-perfect-city-escape/

People in Toronto are going crazy for this new cheap breakfast sandwich restaurant
A brand-new breakfast restaurant in Toronto is serving up some of the city's hottest new breakfast sandwiches — but be prepared to wait in line.It's only been two weeks since Makann quietly opened its doors in the Annex, just a hop and a skip from Bathurst subway station, but it's already managed to earn itself an almost evangelical...
https://www.blogto.com/eat_drink/2026/03/makann-breakfast-sandwiches-toronto/

Air Canada gets major cabin upgrade with reclining seats after backlash
Some Air Canada passengers can expect to fly in newly upgraded cabins starting this month.The airline announced on Thursday that the first of its updated Boeing 737 MAX 8 aircraft has entered service at Air Canada Rouge. This marks a milestone in the low-cost carrier's cabin renewal program.According to the company, the fleet transition will...
https://www.blogto.com/travel/2026/03/air-canada-cabin-upgrade-reclining-seats/

How a Toronto bath brand is flipping the script on traditional bathroom design
You probably spend more time in your bathroom than you think. It's where your mornings begin, your nights wind down, and everything in between happens. There's no reason you shouldn't love it as much as you do the rest of your home — if not more.Gone are the days of boring cabinets and pieces that cost an arm and a leg, because a business ...
https://www.blogto.com/radar/2026/03/neonovadecor-toronto-bathroom-design/

Restaurants across Toronto getting an early start to patio season this weekend
You don't need me to tell you that it's been a long, cold, snowy winter in Toronto, but the tides are finally turning: with a balmy weekend forecast up ahead, a swath of restaurants across the city are opening their patios.There are really only two seasons in Toronto: snow and patio. If the city's residents can feasibly dine or drin...
https://www.blogto.com/eat_drink/2026/03/restaurants-toronto-opening-patios-2026/

Toronto Maple Leafs make two last-minute trades on deadline day
The Toronto Maple Leafs waited until the very last minute to get involved in some trade deadline action, making two trades.In their first move of the day, the Leafs sent forward Bobby McMann to the Seattle Kraken in exchange for a 2027 second-round pick and a 2026 fourth-round pick. The 29-year-old, who is a pending UFA, has scored 1...
https://www.blogto.com/sports_play/2026/03/toronto-maple-leafs-last-minute-trades-deadline-day/

Toronto Raptors pick up player who was destined for greatness but fell off hard
The Toronto Raptors organization made an interesting acquisition on Friday afternoon, picking up a player once considered a potential superstar before his career took a turn.It was announced on Friday that the Raptors 905 of the NBA G-League have claimed former first-overall draft pick Markelle Fultz off waivers. The ...
https://www.blogto.com/sports_play/2026/03/toronto-raptors-player-destined-greatness-fell-hard/

Toronto home sold at nearly $500,000 loss compared to its 2022 price
Following a sluggish start to the year, Toronto's housing market continues to adjust, with fewer new listings and overall sales down compared to last year, as buyers wait on the sidelines for prices to stabilize.Amid these conditions, a four-bedroom, two-bathroom home in Toronto sold this month for nearly $500,000 less than its ori...
https://www.blogto.com/real-estate-toronto/2026/03/toronto-home-sold-500000-loss-2022-price/

We asked people on the street if Ontario should finally ditch daylight saving time
With clocks set to spring forward this Sunday, March 8, the topic of daylight saving time is once again sparking debate over whether Ontario should continue with the controversial biannual clock tinkering practice.Just days ahead of the clocks switching, British Columbia announced that it would adopt year-round dayligh...
https://www.blogto.com/city/2026/03/asked-people-street-ontario-ditch-daylight-saving-time/

Food item at Costco Canada recalled over possible glass in product
If you shop at Costco Canada, you might want to check your freezer for a product that's part of a new food recall.On Thursday, Costco Canada announced the voluntary recall of the Shoyu Ramen with Chicken Bowls and shared a statement from the food manufacturer."Ajinomoto Foods North America, in cooperation with the USDA and CFIA, announc...
https://www.blogto.com/eat_drink/2026/03/food-item-costco-canada-recalled-possible-glass/

Toronto drivers could soon face higher parking rates
It could soon cost you a bit more to park your car in Toronto as the city considers raising the cost of on-street parking across thousands of spaces.The Toronto Parking Authority (TPA), which manages over 20,000 on-street parking spaces, is gearing up to vote on whether to increase parking rates in Toronto by 25 cents per hour, according to a February report from TP...
https://www.blogto.com/city/2026/03/toronto-drivers-higher-parking-rates/

Toronto hidden gem for Caribbean sandwiches is back after three-year closure
Three years after a burst pipe unceremoniously shuttered a Toronto hidden gem for larger-than-life Caribbean sandwiches, it's finally back in business and better than ever.When Odaine Davidson first started making hot sauce with his mother, the intention was never to make a business out of it, least of all to become a local legend for in...
https://www.blogto.com/eat_drink/2026/03/tata-hot-sauce-emporium-toronto-open/

Ontario's wacky weather weekend will include balmy temps and even thunderstorms
If you have plans this weekend, you might want to keep a close eye on the forecast, because Ontario's weather is shaping up to offer just a bit of everything. From springlike warmth to strong winds, rounds of rain, and even the possibility of thunderstorms, the province is heading to a particularly unpredictable stretch of weather ...
https://www.blogto.com/city/2026/03/ontarios-wacky-weather-weekend-thunderstorms/

You can skate with NHL heroes for free at Toronto's Scotiabank Arena this month
If you've ever dreamed of lacing up and taking to the ice on a real NHL rink, this could be your month, as Rogers is offering the public a rare opportunity to skate on the same ice as their heroes at Toronto's Scotiabank Arena during March Break.Rogers will open up three NHL arenas to the public this month, including the home ice of the To...
https://www.blogto.com/radar/2026/03/free-skate-scotiabank-arena-toronto/

50 pizza places in Toronto you need to try at least once
Pizza in Toronto is available in all shapes and sizes, from Detroit-style to ones straight off the streets of Italy. No matter what your preferred style is, the city's got your back.From celebrity chef-approved chains to hole-in-the-wall independents serving sizeable $5 slices, there's a seemingly infinite number of pizza restaurants in the city that'll hit the spot, but here...
https://www.blogto.com/eat_drink/2024/03/top-pizza-toronto/

Ontario man arrested after allegedly torturing flamingo in Las Vegas hotel
A Canadian was arrested and is now facing serious charges after allegedly stealing and torturing a flamingo in a Las Vegas hotel.On Tuesday morning, the Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department responded to a call from the Flamingo Las Vegas hotel about a guest who had been detained by hotel security for breaking into the f...
https://www.blogto.com/travel/2026/03/ontario-man-arrested-torturing-flamingo-las-vegas-hotel/

Here's a complete inside-and-out look at one of Toronto's next subway stations
Toronto's new Ontario Line subway is expected to be a game-changer for public transit in the city, but with construction still in its earliest stages and the payoff several years on the horizon, flashy renderings are the best the public has to satisfy their curiosity about the new 15.6-kilometre subway line.Metrolinx just dropped a fresh ba...
https://www.blogto.com/city/2026/03/ontario-line-pape-station-renderings/

People in Toronto are complaining about BMO Field's huge FIFA expansion
Toronto's BMO Field is undergoing a massive expansion in preparation for the FIFA World Cup 2026, injecting $146 million into the facility and adding 17,756 seats for a new total seating capacity of 45,736.It's a huge change for the almost 20-year-old facility, but the temporary nature of the new bleachers under construction at the south end of th...
https://www.blogto.com/sports_play/2026/03/bmo-field-expansion-fifa-2026/