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Karla Rewards: Free Canadian Cash-Back App Helps You Discover Local Businesses and Save on Rent
I’ve been so excited to tell you about Karla Rewards because here at Toronto Scoop, discovering local businesses and sharing them with you is our favourite thing to do. Karla Rewards is a new Canadian app that not only helps you do that but also saves you money at the same time. With Karla, your…
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Treasure Bin Danforth: Now Open
Treasure Bin Danforth liquidation centre has opened its doors at 1216 Danforth Road. How does Treasure Bin work? Let’s break it down for you. The inventory at these types of liquidation stores mainly consists of returned Amazon items, giving them another shot at being sold. These items can range from brand new, open box, refurbished,…
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New Costco in Oakville, on Burlington’s Border
COSTCO IN OAKVILLE UPDATE: It is confirmed that the new Oakville Costco will have a gas station. There will be 1,000 parking spaces including both surface and underground parking. We were thrilled to connect with so many of you last March when we first wrote about Costco’s latest expansion in Ontario. There were so much…
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Electric Island 2024 in Toronto
12th Season of Music, Sun and Good Vibes Only By Scott Ferguson Electric Island is one of my favourite concert experiences in the city. Four weekends that celebrate electronic music in four different venues. Not much is known so far about the locations or lineups yet, but organisers have revealed the dates. The Electric Island…
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Veld 2024: Full Lineup Announced
Everything We Know About Veld 2024 By Scott Ferguson The Veld Music Festival is the premier annual electronic dance music event in Toronto. Presented by INK Entertainment, it’s held at Downsview Park and it is about the closest thing to Tomorrowland that you will find in Canada. It began in 2012 and usually has three…
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Banksy in Toronto: Church and the Esplanade
At the intersection of Church Street and The Esplanade in Toronto, there’s a Banksy artwork quietly existing that you may have walked by many times without knowing it’s there. It is encased in plastic on its original location, in an alley on the west side of Church Street just north of The Esplanade. Are there…
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Suspended Staircase: Toronto’s Hidden Art at 36 Toronto Street
The Scoop usually highlights the free art in Toronto that we find outdoors. But recently, I discovered an installation that reminded us of the exceptional art tucked away inside Toronto’s buildings. You just need to know it’s there to pop inside and take a peek, and that’s what we’re here for. Check out Joshua Kalfa’s…
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Treasure Bin Liquidation on Lake Shore
The rise in online shopping has led to an increase in returned items, creating an opportunity for liquidation stores to become an outlet for these Amazon returns. Treasure Bin Liquidation in south Etobicoke follows a pricing model where every Saturday, they receive a fresh shipment of products, with each item initially priced at $18.99. As…
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Costco Islington and 401: Share Your Finds
The new Rexdale Costco at Islington and 401 is now open. We’ve been waiting for this! Share your experience, favourite deals, and what you love about it in the comments below. A brand new Costco Wholesale has opened today, Thursday November 2nd. 2023, at 2260 Islington Avenue. This Costco in Rexdale is situated where the…
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Paradise Bound in Kensington Market
In a world where so much shopping is done online or in big box stores, Paradise Bound Collectible Records & Antique Japanese Art is a refreshing reminder of the joy and beauty that can be found in independent shops. Located in the Kensington Market neighbourhood of Toronto, this family-owned and operated shop has been a…
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Just Opened in Bloor West Village: Krispy Kreme Doughnuts
A Krispy Kreme Doughnut Cafe has just opened in the west end of Toronto at 2424 Bloor St. West, just east of Jane Street beside Lemon Mart. This is great news for Krispy Kreme lovers in the Etobicoke area of the city, as the only other locations are in downtown Toronto and in Mississauga on…
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Opening on November 2nd, 2023: Eataly at Sherway Gardens in Etobicoke
A second location of Eataly in Toronto is opening on Thursday November 2nd at 3pm at Sherway Gardens, in the space where the Pickle Barrel used to be. Eataly opened it’s first location in Canada in 2019, in downtown Toronto on Bloor Street at Bay in the Manulife Centre. (It moved into the space where…
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Exploring the Murals on Weston Road
A local Toronto artist recently gave me a photo they took about 20 years ago of a mural on a building at Weston Road and John Street, knowing how much I love photographing public art throughout Toronto. A visit to the area showed that this mural has long faded, so it was very special to…
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TTC Spotlights Indigenous Artists, Including Ojibwe Artist Ryan Besito’s ‘We the Nish’ Piece
While waiting to cross Royal York Road a TTC bus was approaching which is pretty unremarkable. But as it got closer I noticed the side of the bus was covered with a beautiful piece of art and I was so pleased when it hit the red light so I could take a photo. When I…
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Opening Soon: MUST Furniture on Parliament Street
Popular Quebec brand MUST Furniture is making itself feel at home in Toronto and expanding its presence with the opening of a new location on Parliament Street. MUST specializes in contemporary furniture pieces inspired by current trends. Customers can find affordable, design-forward furnishings for the bedroom, living room, dining room, and outdoor spaces. The brand…
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Now Closed: The Grille on The Queensway
This week, a local restaurant closed its doors, leaving behind lovely memories for me. The Grille was the place where my mum and I had our first lunch outing together with my newborn. The servers were warm and attentive, making it such a comforting place to be. Even though I only managed to take a…
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Village Vinyl on Lake Shore
Village Vinyl is a music store that welcomes music lovers of all kinds. Whether you’re an experienced collector, a new collector, an intense audiophile, or someone who simply enjoys music without overthinking it, the store provides a judgment-free space to help you with your musical needs. Keefer and Karyn, the lovely owners, have created an…
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Scoop on Sports: Canada at the FIFA Women’s World Cup
8 Players to Watch from the GTA by S. Ferguson The FIFA Women’s World Cup will kick off in Australia and New Zealand on July 20th. While we recently saw Canada’s Men’s team make the World Cup and bow out early, the Women’s side has a chance to win it. They are after all the…
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Beyoncé x Holt Renfrew
Debut Retail Pop-Up Dazzles at Downtown Toronto’s Pinnacle of Style By John-Paul Ricchio Get ready Toronto… when the queen comes to town EVERYTHING SHUTS DOWN! That’s right, when Beyoncé graces us with her unparalleled style it’s time to stop everything and fall into formation. This exhibit demands your undivided attention as she unveils her first-ever…