Toronto FunMap, 2011 by FunMaps

The Royal Ontario Museum Crystal - photo courtesy of Torontowide.com

Toronto FunMap Welcome

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Toronto & Niagara Region Map

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Accommodations

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Toronto Gay Village & Vicinity Map

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Shopping & Services / Resources

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Toronto Entertainment District Map

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Attractions

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Events

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Dining

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Nightlife

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Official Map of the IGLTA

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2011 EDITION

Getting Here

s an International center of business, finance and arts, Canada's largest city, Toronto, is an urban cultural mosaic. Toronto is one of the world’s cleanest, safest and most diverse cities. Friendly faces, welcoming establishments, and a GLBT community of almost 350,000 creates an environment other big cities strive to achieve. The fact is, Toronto really is a great place to be gay. Leading the way towards a more out, equal, and accepting existence, Toronto recognizes same-sex marriage. Same-sex couples from around the world are flocking to Toronto to get married. Some even choose to stay and take advantage of the residency laws! Rather hook-up than get hitched? Toronto caters to GLBT subcultures with choices of gay, lesbian and mixed nightclubs, queer theatre, thematic and fetish parties and festivals, popular patios, coffee shops, drag extravaganzas, leather bars, lodgings and saunas. These gay essentials are concentrated on or near the famed Church Street 'Village' featuring many GLBT-specific establishments: Its like an outdoor gay mall. The gay beat easily mixes with a straight vibe over to Yonge street and down to the 'College West' & 'Cabbage Town' neighborhoods where you'll find various interpretations of urban cool. Then you must see Toronto's awesome skyline featuring the needle-sharp CN tower. Endless activities and sights include stunning views cruising the Harborfront, or riding the ferry to the Toronto Islands for cycling and sun worshipping on numerous beaches. If you're not shy, hike to the far end of Hanlan's Point. Special events, sports and festivals are celebrated year round. Toronto's world-renowned Pride Week festival alone attracts an estimated one million attendees. Your choices of museums, attractions, shops, bars, restaurants and lodging in this authentic melting pot are never-ending. If you’re the type who appreciates beauty, culture and diversity, you’ll be sure to fall in love with Toronto. 5

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Welcome...

from the Mayor It gives me great pleasure to extend greetings to the readers of the 2011 edition of the Toronto FunMap, and warmly welcome visitors to our city. Toronto is Canada's largest city and one of the most creative in North America. We are a major tourist destination, attracting millions of visitors from around the world every year. We are a city known for its amazing sights, multiculturalism and hospitality. Our city truly has something for everyone. Whether you enjoy sampling cuisines from countries all over the world, strolling a lively boardwalk, taking in the sights and sounds of a live entertainment festival or enjoying captivating art galleries and museums – you can find all that and more in Toronto. We look forward to hosting you in our city and showcasing everything that Toronto has to offer. To those of you visiting us for the first time, I welcome you and hope you have an enjoyable stay. To those returning to Toronto, we are happy to have you back to our city and wish you a wonderful return visit. Yours truly,

Mayor Rob Ford City of Toronto

from Tourism Toronto Welcome to Toronto. We are delighted to have you as our guest. Our city is vibrant, sensual, energetic and cosmopolitan. We celebrate life and lifestyles in all dimensions with international flair, infused with the imagination, ideas, traditions, passions and flavours of the over 100 cultures and communities that live here, including a thriving gay community and a vibrant gay village downtown. Toronto is world-renowned for warmth, openness, unparalleled hospitality, creativity, equality and freedom of expression. Our spirit attracts people from all over the world. This spirit has resulted in many achievements for the LGBTI community in Toronto, including the protection of civil rights and legal same-sex marriage with no residency laws. We annually host the 3rd largest Pride celebration in the world and in the summer of 2014 we will host WorldPride, the world's foremost international celebration of gay rights, history and culture. Come join us! While you're here, we hope you experience all the city has to offer – our people, our diverse neighborhoods, our spectacular venues, the delicious international cuisine, thrilling entertainment and the infectious creative energy that together create a one-of-a-kind destination. Whatever you can image doing, you can do it in Toronto. Have a wonderful stay. We are so glad you are here. Kindest regards,

David Whitaker

Greetings... from Travel Gay Canada We are pleased to welcome you to Canada! Canada as a country embraces, nurtures, and supports diversity and Ontario exemplifies this philosophy. Toronto, as one of the world’s most multicultural and diverse cities, plays host to some of the best LGBT festivals, events, and attractions in North America. Toronto’s vibrant gay village is located at the core of the city and many other exciting neighbourhoods can be found in all directions. Toronto is the place to explore and experience art, fine dining, culture, and fun! Just south of Toronto, the Niagara Region is recognized as one of the finest wine-grape growing regions of the world. Here you can stop, tour, and taste award-winning wines, view magnificent scenery, enjoy an abundance of arts, theatre and festivals, and many other adventures. Southwest of Toronto, London has many museums, theatres, and art galleries to peruse. It is home to many festivals, and the Pride London Festival is one of the biggest pride events in Ontario. So whether you come here to relax, get married, or party, we are confident you will enjoy the many offerings of Ontario. The businesses listed in this map endeavour to ensure you get the most out of your vacation, and we encourage you to support them. Travel Gay Canada (TGC) works with communities and the tourism industry across the country to provide the products and services that you are looking for when travelling. Visit us at www.travelgaycanada.com to find out more about what Canada has to offer. Toronto and South West Ontario are OUT to welcome you. Come soon and visit often!

Darrell Schuurman President, Travel Gay Canada

President and CEO Tourism Toronto

A Dedication... from FunMaps® As the Pastor of the Metropolitan Community Church of Toronto, Rev. Dr. Hawkes is at the forefront of ministry to the GLBT Community in Toronto. Each Sunday, his services at the Church are uplifting, meaningful and inspiring. As an attendee on several occasions, I have witnessed his gripping and wide-ranging topics. His messages were most inspiring to the congregation and me. Over the last decade, Rev. Dr.Hawkes has received many prestigious awards for his work in advancing human rights and social justice in Canada. They include the City of Toronto Award of Merit, the Global Citizen Award from the United Nations Toronto Association and the Order of Canada by the Governor General of Canada. Rev. Dr. Hawkes continues to work tirelessly in service of justice for gays and lesbians, helping society to better understand and increase awareness and acceptance of the issues affecting the LGBT community. He has played a significant role in promoting the inclusion of sexual orientation in the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Canadian Human Rights Act. It is with honor and pleasure that I dedicate this edition of the Toronto FunMap to my friend and a mentor, Reverend Dr. Brent Hawkes. He is a man for all seasons and may God bless him and his followers.

Alan H. Beck - Publisher, Columbia FunMap Inc.

Southern Ontario Region Plan your trip on VIA Rail. Frequent service & stops throughout Southern Ontario.

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INFO FINDER ACCOMMODATIONS 6 Days Hotel & Conference Centre - Toronto 7 Days Hotel & Conference Centre - Toronto Airport East 8 Days Inn - Toronto East Beaches 9 Days Inn - Toronto East Lakeview 10 Days Inn - Toronto West Mississauga

Getting Here s one of North America’s biggest cities, Toronto is easily accessible by air and automobile. About five million Canadian residents live within an hours drive and 60 percent of the U.S. population is within a 90-minute flight. By Air: Located just west of the city, Pearson International Airport is one of the world’s busiest in terms of passenger traffic with over 65 different airlines serving it. Regional flights are also available from Toronto City Centre Airport which is located on an island in Toronto Harbour. Toronto is a hub for Air Canada with a wide variety of domestic, US and International connections. A flight from New York or Chicago is only about 1 hr, 30 min. By Rail: Toronto is served by the VIA Rail System with access to all rail service throughout Canada and connection to Amtrak in the United States through Niagara Falls, New York. After arriving at Union Station in the heart of downtown Toronto visitors can connect to the subway by underground tunnel. By Road: Several highways, including Highways 2, 401, 407 and the Queen Elizabeth Way, link surrounding cities to Toronto. The nearest Canada-U.S. border crossings are at Niagara Falls, Fort Erie and Windsor.

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FEATURED ACCOMMODATIONS 1 Beverley Place B & B

416-977-0077

226 Beverley Street www.bbcanada.com/504.html Deluxe accommodation in beautifully restored 1887 Victorian house in a downtown Toronto location within an easy eight to ten minute walking distance to most major attractions and Church Wellesley Village. We are a small cozy guesthouse with a few rooms but with all the amenities of a luxury hotel at very affordable prices.

2 Bond Place Hotel

416-362-6061

65 Dundas Street www.bondplace.ca The Newly Renovated Bond Place Hotel is located in the heart of downtown Toronto, at Yonge and Dundas Square. The Hotel offers contemporary, urban design at an affordable price, and is just steps away from the Toronto Theatre District, shopping, dining, the Village, and local area attractions. All guestrooms include new beds, hardwood floors, spa bathrooms, LCD TVs, desks and refrigerators. The hotel offers a fitness centre, Onsite Espresso Bar, parking and airport shuttle.

3 Clarion Hotel & Suites Selby

416-921-3142

592 Sherbourne Street www.clarionhotelselby.com Located right in the heart of Downtown Toronto, The Clarion offers a welcome retreat from the hustle and bustle of our fair city. As part of Choice Hotels International - the largest hotel franchise in North America - we are experts in making your stay unforgettable. A stone’s throw from the subway and walking distance from Yorkville - one of the finest and well-known shopping areas in Toronto - our location brings downtown right to your doorstep. We're also within minutes of Toronto’s finest attractions, including our diverse entertainment and financial districts. Please ask for special FunMaps rate LFUN.

4 Comfort Hotel Downtown

416-924-1222

15 Charles Street East www.comforthoteltoronto.com Comfort Hotel in Downtown Toronto is perfectly situated to take advantage of the best of Toronto for either the vacationing family or the business traveler. Our location in the heart of the city allows us to offer convenient accommodations for any occasions. Choose from well appointed, spacious one king bed rooms , two double bed rooms or our luxurious suites which are perfect for small families, each featuring direct dial telephone with message alert indicators, coffee makers, iron and ironing boards, cable TVs with remote control and radios. Adventure out for a day or evening of fun. You’ll always return to a friendly, professional staff and a sparkling clean, comfortable room at the Comfort Hotel.

5 Courtyard by Marriott Downtown Toronto

416-924-0611 800-847-5075

475 Yonge Street, Toronto, Ontario M4Y 1X7 www.courtyard.com/yyzcy Stay at the largest Courtyard by Marriott in the world located in the heart of Downtown Toronto and steps away from Church Street! Our full service hotel features 575 spacious guest rooms and suites with new 32” LG flat screen televisions and FREE high speed internet access. Facilities and services include 24 hour business and fitness centre, indoor pool, whirlpool, restaurant, lounge, room service, tour desk, self/valet parking, meeting/banquet rooms and so much more!

Days Inn

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Five locations throughout the Greater Toronto Area www.daysinn.ca Now get more value than ever before! Enjoy clean, comfortable rooms at great prices, free high-speed Internet, spacious SolTerre® showers, and either an on-site restaurant OR a free healthy Daybreak Café breakfast. Stay with Days Inn and we guarantee our friendly hospitality and exceptional service will help make your stay enjoyable! At any of our five locations across the city you’ll find great value along with all the essential hotel amenities.

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6 Days Hotel & Conference Centre - Toronto

416-242-6600

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ACCOMMODATIONS

7 Days Hotel & Conference Centre Toronto Airport East

416-249-8171

1677 Wilson Avenue

8 Days Inn - Toronto East Beaches

416-694-1177

1684 Queen Street East (Located in the trendy Beaches neighborhood)

9 Days Inn - Toronto East Lakeview

416-261-8100

2151 Kingston Rd., Cliffside Village/Marina

10 Days Inn - Toronto West Mississauga

905-238-5480

4635 Tomken Rd., Mississauga

11 Gladstone Hotel

416-531-4635

1214 Queen Street West www.gladstonehotel.com

The Gladstone Hotel is a unique urban hotel providing both travelers and Torontonians with a truly authentic experience of the local creative culture. Our historic landmark hotel features Artist Designed Hotel Rooms and Suites, Affordable Short-Term Artist Studios, Exhibition Spaces, and Versatile Event and Conference Venues. The hotel also offers great food and drink in the Ballroom Cafe and Melody Bar. Visitors can experience Toronto from within the comforts of the hotel's thirty-seven artist designed guest rooms, eat, drink, attend art related, social, or corporate events held within the historic landmark architecture, and then step out into the heart of the city's vibrant art and design neighbourhood.

12 Hilton Toronto

416-869-3456

145 Richmond Street West www.toronto.hilton.com Featuring 600 guestrooms, including a wide variety of suites and four Signature Suites, the hotel also offers superb dining options in Tundra, our award-winning Canadian “fusion” restaurant, Barristers Bar, Ruth’s Chris Steak House and the indulgence of 24 hour In Room Dining. Hotel services include an indoor/outdoor heated swimming pool and Fitness Centre, 32nd Floor Executive Lounge, on site parking and is conveniently accessible to Union Station and the local subway system. Located in the heart of the financial, shopping, entertainment and theatre districts, within walking distance to many area attractions, and directly across the street from the Four Seasons Centre for the Performing Arts.

13 Hilton Garden Inn Toronto City Centre

416-362-7700

200 Dundas Street www.torontocitycentre.hgi.com Hilton Garden Inn Toronto City Centre Hotel is Torontoís newest boutique-style hotel! It is walking distance to Toronto Eaton Centre, Church Street, Dundas Square, theatres and restaurants. Modern dÈcor and luxurious amenities adorn our guestrooms and suites, while our hotel also offers a skylit indoor pool, whirlpool, fitness centre, 24 hour valet and concierge. Try our Great North American Grill for a delicious breakfast, or an elegant evening cocktail.

14 Hilton Garden Inn Toronto Downtown

416-593-9200

92 Peter Street www.torontodowntown.hgi.com

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Stay at the Hilton Garden Inn Toronto Downtown in the vibrant entertainment district to experience the best that Toronto has to offer. We welcome you to guestrooms designed with your convenience and ultimate comfort in mind: luxurious linens, the remarkable Garden Inn Sleep System and the latest in amenities. With a State-of-the-art Fitness Centre, fabulous on-site Marquis Lounge & Bistro, a 24hr Pavilion Pantry and valet parking, we have Everything. Right Where You Need It.

15 Hotel Victoria

416-363-1666

56 Yonge Street www.hotelvictoria-toronto.com Located in the heart of Downtown Toronto's financial and entertainment districts, Hotel Victoria is a Newly Renovated, 56 room boutique hotel with European charm and historic flair. The hotel’s ideal Yonge Street location is within walking distance of shopping, dining and major downtown attractions, and just steps away from the Subway and Ground Transit Systems. Hotel Victoria is 100% smoke free and all guestrooms offer new beds, LCD tvs, hardwood floors, desks and free internet.

16 Intercontinental Toronto Centre

416-597-1400

225 Front Street West www.ictc.ca Located in the heart of dynamic downtown Toronto, the InterContinental Toronto Centre is ideally situated for business, leisure getaways, or for exploring one of Canadaís most diverse cities. Within steps to the entertainment and theatre districts, as well as notorious Church Street, the hotel offers the convenience of being close to a vibrant downtown centre. Unwind in luxury and soak in the ambiance of The Spa InterContinental, specializing in massage, body therapy, skin care and esthetic services ñ all delivered within 8,000 square feet of spacious comfort, flooded with natural light. Join friends and colleagues in the 4 Diamond Azure Restaurant and Bar offering a delightful combination of visual elegance, delectable Canadian cuisine, fine wines and cocktails and live Jazz every weekend. And donít forget to bring your favorite furry friend with you, as the hotel gladly welcomes Pets.

17 Isabella Hotel

416-922-2203

556 Sherbourne Street www.isabellahotel.com

Isabella Hotel & Suites is a designated historic landmark in Toronto. The hotel consists of two portions: a mansion and a tower. The mansion was built in 1891 and reflects the rich history of the city with its pure stone exterior and eye catching-tower. The mansion holds the regular and deluxe suites, making each suite unique in layout. The tower portion was added in 1914 and consists of all the standard rooms.

18 Radisson Admiral Toronto Harbourfront

416-203-3333

249 Queens Quay West www.radissonadmiral.com The Radisson Admiral Hotel Toronto Harbourfront is an intimate, boutique-style hotel providing dramatic views of Lake Ontario and the CN Tower. Guests will enjoy complimentary wireless Internet access, a seasonal outdoor pool, a newly renovated Fitness Centre, and an on-site restaurant offering panoramic views of the harbour. Our location is within walking distance of many major Toronto attractions such as the CN Tower, Rogers Centre, and Air Canada Centre. Book your experience now!

19 Residence Inn by Marriott Toronto Downtown 416-581-1800 255 Wellington Street West www.marriott.com/yyztd Your suite awaits at the Residence Inn by Marriott Toronto Downtown/Entertainment District. We welcome you with top-notch service, luxury accommodations, 300 thread count linens and fabulous amenities. Jump start your day in our state of the art health club, wind down in our indoor swimming pool and whirlpool, tantalize your taste buds with our complimentary hot breakfast buffet or delight your palate with sumptuous hors d’oeuvres on select evenings, courtesy of the hotel.

20 Sheraton Centre Toronto Hotel

416-361-1000

123 Queen Street West www.sheratontoronto.com

A warm and comfortable space, a place to connect with those that matter most. All 1,377 guest rooms and suites have been redesigned, featuring the Sheraton Sweet Sleeper(sm) bed. Club Rooms offer another level of service with an array of upgraded amenities and access to the 43rd floor Club Lounge. At Sheraton, you don’t just stay here. You belong.

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21 Strathconia Hotel Downtown Toronto

416-363-3321

60 York Street www.thestrathconahotel.com The Strathcona Hotel is located in the heart of Downtown Toronto's Entertainment, Financial and Sports Districts, just steps to the city's must see attractions. Right across from Union Station, Via Rail and the Royal York Hotel. Within 2 blocks are the ACC, Rogers Centre, MTCC, CN Tower and more. The hotel guestrooms offer the latest in comfort and style and are WiFi equipped. Onsite York Street Café, British style Pub and 24 hour Business Centre.

22 Victoria’s Mansion Guesthouse

416-921-4625

68 Gloucester Street www.victoriasmansion.com This grand, charming Victorian Mansion on the elegant Gloucester street is just steps away from the famous Church Street Village and Wellesley Subway station. Art galleries and T.O.ís shopping district (a.k.a. heaven) are close by. Inside, a warm contemporary guesthouse offers full amenities to the traveller-on-the-go. Each room is equipped with free wireless Internet, T.V., microwave, fridge and private washroom and shower. Laundry facilities and parking are available! Nightly, weekly or monthly rates.

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Toronto Clarion Hotel & Suites Selby 592 Sherbourne Street Courtyard By Marriott Downtown Toronto 475 Yonge Street Delta Chelsea Hotel 33 Gerrard Street West Hilton Garden Inn Toronto Downtown 92 Peter Street Hilton Garden Toronto City Centre 200 Dundas Street East Hilton Suites Toronto/Markham 8500 Warden Avenue Holiday Inn Toronto Downtown Centre 30 Carlton Street Hotel Indigo Toronto Airport 135 Carlingview Drive Hyatt Regency Toronto On King 370 King Street West InterContinental Toronto Centre 225 Front Street West Isabella Hotel & Suites 556 Sherbourne Street Making Waves Boatel 375 Queens Quay West Marriott Toronto Downtown 525 Bay Street Metropolitan Hotel Toronto 108 Chestnut Street Novotel Toronto Centre 45 The Esplanade Novotel Toronto North York 3 Park Home Avenue Park Hyatt Toronto 4 Avenue Road Renaissance Toronto Hotel Downtown 1 Blue Jay Way SoHo Metropolitan Hotel 318 Wellington Street West The Fairmont Royal York 100 Front Street West The Strathcona Hotel 60 York Street The Sutton Place Hotel Toronto 955 Bay Street The Westin Bristol Place Toronto Airport 950 Dixon Road The Westin Harbour Castle One Harbour Square Thompson Toronto 550 Wellington Street West

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Beverley Place B&B Bond Place Hotel Clarion Hotel Comfort Hotel Downtown Courtyard by Marriott Gladstone Hotel Hilton Garden Inn Toronto City Centre 17 Isabella Hotel & Suites 22 Victoria’s Mansion

34 Timothy’s Coffee Shop 35 VIA Rail www.viarail.ca 36 Rainbow High Vacations

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Gladstone Hotel Cafe Hernando's Hideaway Old Nick, The Zelda's Rest. Bar Patio

NIGHTLIFE

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Flash Hernando’s Hideaway Melody Bar (Gladstone Hotel) Old Nick, The Play on Church (George’s Play) Remington’s Zelda’s Living Well Zipperz/Cellblock

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Toronto Gay Village

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RESOURCES 30 519 Church Street Community Center 519 Church Street Canadian Gay & Lesbian Chamber of Commerce cglcc.ca Canadian Lesbian & Gay Archives www.clga.ca City of Toronto www.toronto.ca Hassle Free Clinic 66 Gerard Street East Metropolitan Community Church 115 Simpson Avenue Ontario GLCC www.oglcc.com Pink Pages thepinkpagesdirectory.com Prism Toronto www.prismtoronto.com Tourism Toronto www.torontotourism.com Travel Gay Canada www.travelgaycanada.com

SHOPPING & SERVICES

416-392-6874 416-761-5151 416-777-2755 416-392-2489 416-922-0603 416-406-6228 416-646-1600 416-926-9588 416-898-3553 416-203-2600 866-300-7556

SHOPPING & SERVICES Adult Entertainment / Products Come As You Are 31 Northbound Leather 32 Priape Stag Shop TW Trade/Love Shop TW Trade/Love Shop TW Trade/Love Shop

701 Queen Street West 586 Yonge Street 501 Church Street 449 Church Street 505 Yonge Street 489 Church Street 375 Yonge Street

416-504-7934 416-972-1037 416-586-9914 416-323-0772 416-927-7123 416-966-9815 416-260-9706

358 Queen Street East

416-368-1818

Art Galleries Douglas Poole Antiques

Attractions see our entire list on page 30 CityPass www.citypass.com

888-330-5008

Banks / Investments / Mortgages / Financial TD Canada Trust

2044 Queen Street East

416-691-2141

Biotechnology GeoVax Labs Inc.

www.geovax.com

FunMaps Sponsor

Bookstores 33 Glad Day Bookshop Toronto Womenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Bookstore

598A Yonge Street, 2nd Floor 416-961-4161 73 Harbord Street 416-922-8744

Clothing (Men's) 32 Priape

501 Church Street

416-586-9914

SHOPPING & SERVICES CONTINUED... Coffee Shops Timothy’s Coffee Shop 34 Timothy’s Coffee Shop

55 Bloor Street West 500 Church Street

416-964-9146 416-925-8550

SHOPPING & SERVICES

Delicatessens / Specialty Foods Hasty Market & Deli 557 Church Street Reithers Fine Food International Deli 530 Church Street Super Fresh Mart 24 Hour Deli & Bakery 524 Church Street

416-967-7517 416-961-3892 416-967-9484

Events see our entire list on pages 32-35 Equality Forum www.equalityforum.com Pride Toronto www.pridetoronto.com

215-732-3378 416-927-7433

Eyewear Eyes on Church Optical

483 1/2 Church Street

416-962-3937

513 Church Street

800-366-0594

Florist Ladybug Florist in the Village

Hair Salons / Barbershops Michael’s Barber Shop

66 1/2 Wellesley Street

416-926-1377

Holistic Health / Healing / Spiritual Ottway Herbalist

453 Church Street

416-967-9222

Laundry / Dry Cleaning Laundry Lounge

527 Yonge Street

416-975-4747

586 Yonge Street

416-972-1037

Leather / Erotica 31 Northbound Leather

Publications About Magazine Fab Magazine Pink Pages Pink Triangle Press XTRA!

35 Wellesley Street www.aboutmag.com 511 Church Street,Suite 200 416-925-5221 33 Hazelton Avenue 416-926-9588 491 Church Street - Suite 200 800-268-XTRA 491 Church Street 800-268-9872

Real Estate Services Darrin Bast c/o Harvey Kalles Real Estate Ltd. 2145 Avenue Rd 416-441-2888 Royal LePage Real Estate Services 1391 Bayview Avenue 416-424-4900

Sauna (Men’s) Cellar, The (Back door) MENS Central Spa Clear Day Spa Spa Excess Steamworks Urge Play Room

78 Wellesley Street East 1610 Dundas Street W., 2nd Flr. 300 York Mills Road 105 Carlton Street 540 Church Street Level Two 199 Church Street, Basement

416-975-1799 416-588-6191 416-386-0300 416-260-2363 416-925-1571

469 Church Street 76 Front Street West of Jarvis 175 Harbord Street 27 Yorkville Avenue 551 Church Street 161 Gerrard Street East

416-968-9274 416-366-4569 416-588-0900 416-923-7331 416-967-2759 416-921-6112

9 Isabella Street, 2nd Floor

416-922-4569

Shopping Flatirons Glow Good For Her Lovecraft Out On The Street Take a Walk on the Wildside

Tanning Salons Glow

Tattoos / Piercings Passage Piercing and Tattoos by Tee

473 Church Street

416-929-7330

Theater / Performing Arts Buddies In Bad Times Theatre 12 Alexander Street

416-975-8555

Transportation Services 35 VIA Rail

www.viarail.ca

888 VIA-RAIL

Travel Services / Tours / Sightseeing Conxity Flight Centre 36 Rainbow High Vacations

506 Church Street 455 Church Street 506 Church Street

800-387-1240 416-925-2939 800-387-1240

501 Church Street

416-924-0724

77 Wellesley Street

416-923-9393

Video Sales / Rentals 7-24 Movies & More

Wine & Spirits Wine Rack, The

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Hilton Toronto Hilton Garden Inn - Toronto Downtown Hotel Victoria Intercontinental Toronto Centre Radisson Admiral Toronto Harbourfront Residence Inn - Toronto Downtown Sheraton Centre - Toronto Hotel Strathconia Westin Harbour Castle Toronto, The

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Attractions Art Gallery of Ontario 317 Dundas St. West, at McCaul St. 416-979-6648, www.ago.net Art Matters! Visit the Art Gallery of Ontario, the province's premier art museum, located in the heart of downtown Toronto. The AGO offers a world-class art experience, featuring European Old Masters, Group of Seven, and Canadian and international contemporary works. The Art Gallery of Ontario also houses the world's largest collection of sculptures by Henry Moore.

of-the-art games, interactive exhibits, larger-than-life statues, replica dressing room & rink zone, theatres, extraordinary gift shop, and hockey's most precious artifacts.

Museum of Contemporary Canadian Art 952 Queen Street West 416-395-0067, www.mocca.toronto.ca Located in the heart of Toronto's exciting West Queen West Art & Design District, there are many contemporary galleries, retail stores & fine restaurants in the immediate vicinity.

Bata Shoe Museum 327 Bloor Street West 416-979-7799, batashoemuseum.ca Discover the treasures of North America's unique shoe museum. Over 10,000 shoes are housed in architect Raymond Moriyama's award-winning four-story structure. The Museum celebrates the style and function of footwear in four impressive galleries. Artifacts on exhibit range from Chinese bound foot shoes and ancient Egyptian sandals to chestnut crushing clogs and glamourous platforms.

Buddies in Bad Times Theatre 12 Alexander Street 416-975-8555, www.buddiesinbadtimestheatre.com Established in 1979, Buddies in Bad Times Theatre is a Canadian, not-for-profit professional theatre company dedicated to the promotion of gay, lesbian and queer theatrical expression. Over a given season our 12 Alexander Street home in the heart of Toronto's queer village springs to life with mainstage theatrical productions, outrageous special events, youth initiatives, play development programs, and late night weekend cabarets.

Casa Loma 1 Austin Terace, corner of Spadina Road and Davenport Road 416-923-1171, www.casaloma.org Experience the elegance and splendor of the Edwardian era at Casa Loma! Explore the former home of Sir Henry Pellatt featuring unique architecture, beautifully furnished rooms, secret passages, towers and an 800-foot tunnel to luxurious stables. Five acres of beautiful estate gardens surround the castle and are in bloom May through October. Admission to an introductory film about Sir Henry Pellatt is included.

CN Tower 301 Front Street West, in the heart of the Toronto Entertainment District, 416-868-6937, www.cntower.ca The World's Tallest Building and Wonder of the Modern World is Canada's most celebrated architectural triumph and offers Toronto's most spectacular views! Visit the Look Out Level at 1,136 ft/346 m, Sky Pod - the World's Highest Man-made Observation Level at 1,465 ft/447 m, or test your nerve on the Glass Floor at 1,122 ft/342 m above the ground! Enjoy casual dining in Horizons Cafe or award-winning dining in 360 Restaurant.

Genova Tours 134 Sackville Street, Suite 100 416-367-0380, www.genovatours.com Genova Tours specializes in Toronto Walking Tours. They have over 30 tours. They are for individuals and small groups from two hours to all day. Bill Genova is a historian and storyteller resulting in tours that are more personal, informative and interesting.

Hockey Hall of Fame 30 Yonge Street in BCE Place 416-360-7765, www.citypass.com The world's one and only - Hockey Hall of Fame! Voted Toronto's Top Appeal Attraction. Experience the game that defines Canada and a sport that has been adopted by over 80 countries. Home of the STANLEY CUP, the Hockey Hall of Fame has something for everyone: state-

Ontario Science Centre 770 Don Mills Rd at Eglinton Ave East 416-696-1000, ontariosciencecentre.ca The Ontario Science Centre transforms the way in which people see and think about the world around them through engaging interactive exhibits, science demonstrations and IMAX速 films. Visit the Weston Family Innovation Centre - featuring current science and technology that will change your life. Bring your little ones to KidSpark, a unique discovery playground for children ages 1 to 8. The Science Centre is easy to get to by car (with on-site parking); Call or check the website for directions.

Royal Ontario Museum 100 Queen's Park (at Bloor St. West and Avenue Rd.) 416-586-8000, www.rom.on.ca You haven't seen Toronto until you've visited Canada's largest museum of world cultures and natural history. Nowhere else in the city can you marvel at the mystery of Egyptian mummies, hear the buzz of an active beehive and be inspired by our spectacular new galleries of China, Korea, Japan and Canada's First Peoples. Come to the ROM and return home with a world of new experiences!

TAP into TO! Greeters 100 Queen St. W., 6th flr. - W. Tower, 416-338-2786, www.toronto.ca/tapto Get paired up with a "local" and have them show you points of interest as well as their favorite Toronto spots. A FREE service operated by the City of Toronto and designed to give you a taste of the city. We'll even pay for your public transportation! Available to individual visitors or groups of 6 or less. Operates year 'round.

Toronto Entertainment District www.thedistrict.ca The Toronto Entertainment District, North America's most diverse entertainment destination and neighborhood, it is the vibrant home to hundreds of restaurants, nightclubs, sporting facilities, boutiques, hotels, attractions and live theatre. Located in the heart of downtown Toronto, "The District" encompasses eight square blocks and offers an array of activities for locals and visitors alike.

Toronto Zoo 361A Old Finch Ave; located NE of downtown at Highway 401 and Meadowvale Rd (exit 389), Scarborough 416-392-5929, www.torontozoo.com Voted "Best Family Outing!" Experience over 5,000 animals & 460 species within 710 acres. This world class zoo offers five pavilions, outdoor trails, waterfalls and striking garden displays. Creativity, play & learning are all part of the exciting new Zellers Discovery Zone, featuring the New Kids' Zoo, a dynamic interactive children's' wildlife experience; Splash Island, an exciting 2-acre water play area; and the 750 seat Waterslide Theatre. Visit our 30acre African Savanna & the Gorilla Rainforest, the largest indoor Gorilla exhibit in North America. Take a Camel, Pony, and Safari Simulator ride & walk with the Kangaroos. Learn about your favorite Zoo animals with our Keeper Talks.

WINNIPEG ATTRACTION

Events JAN

Toronto Downtown Jazz Festival

Toronto WinterCity Festival & Winterlicious Toronto Restaurants January 28th - February 10th, 2011 416-203-2600, www.toronto.ca Now it its fifth year, the WinterCity festival offers a 14-day, city-wide celebration of Toronto's incomparable diversity of spirit bursting with delicious culinary experiences, a hot blaze of unique free entertainment and a showcase of our vibrant arts scene. For two weeks we focus the spotlight on Toronto's incredible wealth of creative and talented performers, this city's diverse hospitality industry and fantastic world-class attractions.

FEB IceFest February 24th - 27th, 2011 416-928-3553 bloor-yorkville.com/icefest/icefest.html See the world's famous landmarks, all by visiting Bloor-Yorkville IceFest. Experience the magic of A World of Ice where a montage of famous landmarks and cultural icons, come together in the Village of Yorkville Park with a magnificent ice display.

MAY

International Gay Bowling Organization (IGBO) Tournament May 25th - 30th, 2011 registration@igbo2011.org, www.igbo2011.org We hope that you are making plans to join bowlers and guests from around the world for the IGBO Annual Bowling Tournament. Host Hotel: Marriott - Courtyard Downtown. Bowling Centres: Classic Bowl & Planet Bowl.

JUN Toronto Pride Week June 24th - July 3rd, 2011 416-927-7433, www.torontopride.com Pride Toronto is a week-long annual celebration for the city's diverse gay, lesbian, transsexual and queer community, bringing a million people to the lakeside city in an atmosphere of tolerance and freedom. The week features a variety of parties and events, culminating in the Pride Parade on Sunday afternoon. The parade starts at Church, goes west on Bloor, south down Yonge and then east on Gerrard back to Church. The festivities feature hundreds of performers on multiple stages with spectacular shows and a host of top DJs.

Luminato- Toronto's Festival of Arts and Creativity June 10th - 19th, 2011 416-368-3100, www.luminato.com Luminato is an annual multi-genre celebration featuring theatre, classical and contemporary music, dance, visual arts, film, literature, and more. The festival will feature highly acclaimed World Premieres, innovative new work and unexpected collaborations that result in unforgettable creative moments. Free, widely accessible events and "accidental encounters with art" are other important hallmarks of Luminato. At every turn, festival-goers are invited to participate, explore and celebrate their own creative spirit while enjoying everything Luminato has to offer.

Int’l Dragon Boat Race Festival June 25th - 26th, 2011 Toronto Centre Island 416-598-8945, www.dragonboats.com

Toronto Fringe Festival

July 6th - 17th, 2011 416-966-1062, fringetoronto.com Over the 12 days there are about 1,000 performances of drama, comedy, standup, musicals, dance and improvisation for adults, while Kidsvenue is a theatre that shows plays exclusively for families and children from 5-15 years of age. For news, reviews and fringe gossip throughout the festival, pick up a copy of the daily The Fringe Harold. Performances take place at a variety of venues - check the festival website for full details of the program schedule.

JUL

Toronto GLBT Film & Video Fest. May 19th - 29th, 2011 416-977-6847, www.insideout.on.ca Inside Out presents Canada’s largest queer film and video festival. Over 11 days, the Festival draws crowds of close to 30,000 to screenings, artist talks, panel discussions, installations and parties that highlight more than 275 films and videos from Canada and around the world.

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June 24th - July 3rd, 2011 Nathan Philips Square & Various Locations 416-928-2033, www.torontojazz.com The Toronto Downtown Jazz Festival is a world renowned event and consistently attracts a worthy array of stars. The main stage is in a 1000-seat marquee erected in Nathan Philips Square, and thousands of artists perform at more than 40 venues around the city in over 350 concerts.

Ontario Place - Festival of Fire July 1st, 3rd & 10th, 2011 Ontario Place, 955 Lakeshore Blvd., W. 416-314-9900, www.ontarioplace.com For four nights every year the Festival of Fire international on-water fireworks competition, choreographed to music, lights up the sky over Toronto's Lake Ontario, dazzling around two million spectators. The fireworks are launched from a lake freighter moored off the south shore of Ontario Place - where the prime viewing and judging takes place.

FFN (Folsom Fair North) Mid July, 2010 www.ffnto.com FFN has found its new home in historic Allan Gardens. We know you will love showing off in your leather, rubber, fetish gear and lots less in this beautiful historic park in downtown Toronto. Check out the unique and dare we say kinky vendors and exhibitors under 100-year-old tress. Check out the dance area in front of the old Conservatory Dome - full of hot sweaty bodies moving to the sounds of hottest DJs.

Beaches International Jazz Festival July 15th - 24th, 2011 Kew Gardens, 1798 Queen Street East 416-698-2152, www.beachesjazz.com The Beaches International Jazz Festival takes place on the shore of Lake Ontario in eastern Toronto. A well-established and popular event, it presents a variety of music, from New Orleans and traditional jazz to modern and Latin. As well as the main stage in Kew Gardens, there is a street festival on the Thursday, Friday and Saturday nights on Queen Street East. A mile of this road is closed from just west of the park and over 40 bands perform. There are workshops and lectures at The Distillery, live jazz on the deck of the Balmy Beach Club, arts and crafts stalls, kids' activities, face-painting, performers and games.

StreetFest (part of the In’t Jazz Fest) July 21st - 23rd, 2011 Queen Street East 416-698-2152 , www.beachesjazz.com This is Beaches International Jazz Festival original event showcasing the finest in sounds that Canada has to offer. Upwards of 50 bands entertain you along a closed 2 km stretch of Queen Street East! Admission is FREE to all!

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Toronto's Festival of Beer August 5th, 2011 Fort York: 100 Garrison Road 647-724-1130, www.beerfestival.ca Toronto's Festival of Beer at the 18thcentury castle Fort York offers enthusiasts the opportunity to sample more than 200 different brews. Visitors to the festival can enjoy the impressive backdrop as they work their way amongst the numerous brewery stands offering everything from the palest pilsners to the deepest stouts. Food comes from various restaurants on the premises and there is live music throughout. Other attractions include brewing and cooking demonstrations and guest speakers.

Toronto After Dark Film Festival August 20th - 27th, 2011 Bloor Cinema, torontoafterdark.com Feature film premieres and innovative short films, including acclaimed new independent pieces from across North America, Europe and Asia are what make this festival unique from all others. After Dark hosts a widely popular zombie walk that transforms downtown Toronto into a terrifying wasteland of the undead, as well as a pair of gala parties that promise exciting prizes to lucky audience members.

Leather Ball Mid - Late August, 2011 (Dates TBA) Opera House, 735 Queen Street East www.mrlt.com Toronto's Leather Ball weekend is strictly for the boys, and the butcher the better. The party takes place at the Opera House in Toronto. The dress code of leather is strictly enforced, so don't even think about wearing your new jeans. However scantily clad the 2500 party-goers are, nudity is not tolerated.

SEP Toronto International Film Festival Mid September, 2011 (Dates TBA) Various Venues, www.tiff.net Ranking alongside Cannes, Berlin and Venice, the Toronto Film Festival is one of the top events in the world; Variety sees it as second only to Cannes amongst the international festivals. Annually screening around 300 movies in a variety of venues, the festival has a very large industry presence and a thriving film market.

Halloweek Toronto Late October, 2011 (Dates TBA) Church St. (Wellesley & Alexander St.) www.halloweek.ca The Halloweek street festival celebration has something for everyone. Watch Church Street transform into the deliciously ghoulish Halloween street with retail and street décor competitions. Join in a classic Halloween tradition by taking part in the Halloweek pumpkin carving contest. See the flair for fashion that so defines Church Street at the Drag Swap and for Halloweek's grand finale, don't even think about missing the glitz of the Church Street Masquerade or the entertainment on the main stage featuring local celebrities and music by world class DJs.

NOV Everything To Do With Sex Show Mid - Late November, ‘11 (Dates TBA) Automotive Building, Exhibition Pl. 866-929-7399, www.everythingtodowithsex.com Toronto’s sexiest consumer show is back! The Everything to do with Sex show is pushing you to your sexual limit with a hotter, sexier and edgier show than ever before! This show draws in curious adults who want to explore their sexuality. We cover every topic from romantic dinners to sexual bondage. We present sex, and everything to do with it, in a fun, nonthreatening environment that appeals to couples and singles alike.

Cavalcade of Lights November 26th - December 31st, 2011 (each Saturday night) Nathan Phillips Square, 100 Queen Street West, toronto.ca The upcoming 41st annual Cavalcade of Lights sets Toronto aglow with a monthlong calendar of spellbinding events, sparkling lighting displays and one-of-akind tour of Toronto's picturesque neighborhoods. Cavalcade of Lights is one of the nation's foremost festivals of light.

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7 West Baskin Robbins Beaver, The Big Mama’s Boy Bishop & The Belcher, The Bulldog Coffee Byzantium Cafe California Church Street Diner, The Churchmouse and Firkin DayBreak Restaurant Fire on the East Side Fuzion Gladstone Hotel Cafe Golden Griddle Hernando’s Hideaway Hero Burger Java Jive Coffee Just Thai Kaiseki Sakura Restaurant Kokoni Izakaya Local 4 Restaurant Lola’s Commissary Medieval Times O’Grady’s Old Nick, The Pizza Pizza Pizzaiola Sambucas on Church Slacks Straight 553 Lounge Sugo Trattoria & Lounge Susur Village Rainbow Restaurant Wish Restaurant Zelda’s Living Well

7 Charles Street West 416-928-9041 536 Church Street 416-925-3131 1192 Queen Street West 416-537-2768 554 Parliament Street 416-927-1593 175 Bloor Street East 416-591-2352 89 Granby Street - www.bulldogtoronto.com 499 Church Street 416-922-3859 538 Church Street 416-960-6161 555 Church Street 416-324-8463 475 Church Street 416-927-1735 399 Church Street 416-598-0004 6 Gloucester Street 416-960-3473 580 Church Street 416-944-9888 1214 Queen Street West 416-531-4635 45 Carlton Street 416-977-5044 545 Yonge Street 416-929-3629 77 Wellesley Street (at Church) 416-944-3944 585 Church Street 416-923-7267 534 Church Street 416-928-9100 556 Church Street 416-923-1010 459 Church Street 647-346-0886 4 Dundonald Street 416-915-0113 634 Church Street 416-966-3991 10 Dufferin Street 416-260-1170 518 Church Street 416-323-2822 123 Danforth Avenue 416-461-5546 471 Yonge Street 416-967-1111 461 Church Street 416-922-5252 489 Church Street 416-966-3241 562 Church Street 416-928-2151 553 Church Street 416-926-2501 582 Church Street 416-929-9108 601 King Street West 416-603-2205 477 Church Street 416-961-0616 3 Charles Street East 416-935-0240 692 Yonge Street 416-922-2526

NIGHTLIFE Bars / Dance Clubs / Lounges / Piano

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Barn, The 418 Church Street Bishop & The Belcher, The 175 Bloor Street East Black Eagle 457 Church Street Boutique Bar 506 Church Street Brownstone Bistro 601 Yonge Street Crews & Tango 508 Church Street El Convento Rico 750 College Street Flash 463 Church Street Fly 8 Gloucester Street Goodhandy’s 120 Church Street Grasp Erotica Bar 543 Yonge Street Hair of the Dog 425 Church Street Hernando’s Hideaway 545 Yonge Street Melody Bar at the Gladstone Hotel 1214 Queen Street W. Mod Club, The 722 College Street O’Grady’s 518 Church Street Old Nick, The 123 Danforth Avenue Pegasus Billiard Lounge 489 B Church Street Play on Church Street (George’s Play) 504 Church Street Remington’s 379 Yonge Street Sailor’s 465 Church Street St. Marc Spa 543 Yonge Street, 4th Floor Statlers 487 Church Street Straight 553 Lounge 553 Church Street Tallulah’s Cabaret 12 Alexander Street Woody’s 465-467 Church Street Zelda’s Living Well 692 Yonge Street Zipperz/Cellblock 72 Carlton Street

416-593-9696 416-591-2352 416-413-1219 647-705-0006 416-920-6288 416-972-1662 416-588-7800 416-925-8363 416-410-5426 416-760-6514 416-927-0210 416-964-2708 416-929-3629 416-531-4635 416-588-4663 416-323-2822 416-461-5546 416-927-8832 416-963-8251 416-977-2160 416-972-0887 416-927-0210 647-351-0957 416-926-2501 416-975-8555 416-972-0887 416-922-2526 416-921-0066

Weekly Parties Guvernment, The (Saturdays) Snatch Saturdays at Sugo’s

132 Queens Quay East 582 Church Street

416-869-0045 416-929-9108

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