Toronto FunMap, 2012 by FunMaps

Toronto FunMap including 1000 Islands / Gananoque

Photo of Green Space by Spencer-Xiong - photo courtesy of The 519

Welcome

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Southern Ontario & Toronto City Maps

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Accommodations

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Dining

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Nightlife

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Toronto Gay Village & Vicinity Map

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Resources, Shopping & Services

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Attractions

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Toronto Entertainment District Map

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Events

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Explore The 1000 Islands / Gananoque

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publisher: Alan H. Beck design: Brian L. Pelton marketing: Michael Ain

Official Map of the IGLTA

printed in Canada

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2012-2013 EDITION

Getting Here

s an International center of business, finance and arts, Canada's largest city, Toronto, is an urban cultural mosaic and 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. Toronto is a great place to be gay, lesbian and trans. The Province of Ontario recently passed “Toby’s Bill”, including gender identity and gender expression into the Human Rights Code. Toronto recognizes same-sex marriage, inviting couples from around the world flock to Toronto to get married. Rather hook-up than get hitched? There are many choices for gay, lesbian and mixed nightclubs, queer theatre, fetish and circuit parties, festivals, popular patios, coffee shops, drag havens, leather bars, lodgings and saunas. These essentials are concentrated near the famed Church Street Village or in West Queen West, featuring many GLBT-specific establishments: Its like an outdoor gay mall. The “Village” beat easily mixes with a straight vibe over to Yonge Street or down to the 'College West' & historic 'Cabbage Town' neighborhoods. You'll find various interpretations of urban cool. Toronto's Entertainment District offers endless activities including the Skyline-famous CN tower, St. Lawrence & Kensington Markets, or a ferry-ride to Toronto Islands for cycling and sun worshipping on numerous beaches. If you're not shy, hike to the far end of Hanlan's Point – for clothing optional tanning. Special events are celebrated year round. Toronto's worldrenowned Pride Week Weekend attracts an estimated one million attendees. Your choices of museums, attractions, shops, bars, restaurants and lodging in this authentic melting pot are neverending. If you’re the type who appreciates beauty, culture and diversity, you’ll be sure to fall in love with Toronto. 5

A Message...

Welcome...

from the Mayor It is my pleasure to extend greetings to the readers of the 2012 edition of the Toronto FunMaps, and warmly welcome visitors to our city. Toronto is Canada's largest city and sixth largest government and home to a diverse population of 2.6 million people. Our success is due in large part to the harmonious relationship between our diverse cultures where the differences are celebrated and culture and traditions embraced. We have grown into a first class city that attracts millions of visitors from across the globe who come to enjoy the sights, sounds and hospitality of a warm people. Because multiculturalism is our specialty, our city has something for everyone. Whether you enjoy the taste and smell of cuisines that are known to tickle the pallet, stroll down a boardwalk, participate in live entertainment or simple visit our interesting art galleries and museums – we have something for you. It is truly an honour for us to showcase all the wonderful things Toronto has to offer. We are sure that you if you are visiting for the first time, this will not be your last visit. For those returning to Toronto, welcome once again. We wish everyone a wonderful and pleasant stay in our great city and look forward to welcoming you in the near future. 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, including World Pride in 2014! 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!

President and CEO Tourism Toronto

A Message... from The 519

(Church Street Community Center)

On behalf of our members and the Church and Wellesley Village community, welcome to Toronto! The 519 has been the hub of Toronto’s diverse downtown LGBTQ community since 1975; over 50,000 people visit The Centre every year to meet, participate and celebrate together. Located in the heart of Toronto’s LGBTQ village, The 519 is part of a vibrant community of restaurants, shops and other businesses working together to build a welcoming, healthy neighbourhood community in the centre of our diverse City. As a public-private partnership of the City of Toronto, The 519 and its programs and services are a testament to what can happen when a city like Toronto works in partnership with the local community to effect change. From summer movie nights in the park and Pride in the Green Space on Church to programs for LGBTQ seniors, families or trans youth, The 519 has always worked with our members to develop programs that meet emerging community needs. We’re glad to welcome you to Toronto and hope you’ll spend some time in our Village. If you have any questions while you’re here, drop by The Centre and speak with one of our staff or volunteers, we’d love to meet you!

Maura Lawless Darrell Schuurman Executive Director, Travel Gay Canada

Executive Director of The 519 Church Street Community Center

Southern Ontario ACCOMMODATIONS 4 5 6 7 8

Days Hotel & Conference Centre - Toronto Don Valley Days Hotel & Conference Centre - Toronto Airport Days Inn - Toronto East Beaches Days Inn - Toronto East Lakeview Days Inn - Toronto West Mississauga

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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. Porter Airlines is great for Regional Flights; and WestJest is also a great Canadian carrier. 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. GO Train is also a great alternative to get around some parts of Ontario. After arriving at Union Station in the heart of downtown Toronto visitors can connect to the subway (called TTC) 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.

Toronto City Overview

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Ontario Science Centre

Toronto Zoo

FEATURED ACCOMMODATIONS 1 Beverley Place B & B

416-977-0077

226 Beverley Street www.bbcanada.com/beverleyplace 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 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 wellknown 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.

3 Courtyard by Marriott Downtown Toronto 416-924-0611 475 Yonge Street www.Marriott.com/yyzcy Stay in Toronto’s Village at this full service Marriott. Central to downtown shopping, restaurants, and entertainment. FREE 100 mbps wireless internet, 575 spacious guest rooms, restaurants, Starbucks® coffees, lap pool, fitness centre, valet parking, concierge, events for up to 450 people, and more! Rates from $109, subject to availability. Proud Host Hotel Sponsor of Pride Toronto and supporter of Toronto PFLAG. Mention FunMaps when you check-in and receive a free breakfast for two at famous Zelda’s.

Days Inn

1 800 DAYS-INN (329-7466)

Five locations throughout the Greater Toronto Area www.daysinn.ca Days Inn helps you spend less and travel more! Enjoy clean, comfortable rooms at great prices, free high-speed Internet, spacious SolTerre® showers, and either an on-site restaurant OR a free delicious Daybreak Café breakfast. We guarantee our friendly hospitality, exceptional service and great value will help make your stay enjoyable.

4 Days Hotel & Conference Centre - Toronto Don Valley 416-493-9000 185 Yorkland Boulevard www.daysinn.ca

5 Days Hotel & Conference Centre - Toronto Airport 416-242-6600 240 Belfield Road www.daysinn.ca

6 Days Inn - Toronto East Beaches

416-694-1177

Located in the trendy Beaches neighbourhood at 1684 Queen Street East www.daysinn.ca

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7 Days Inn - Toronto East Lakeview

416-261-8100

2151 Kingston Road, Cliffside Village/Marina www.daysinn.ca

8 Days Inn - Toronto West Mississauga

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905-238-5480

4635 Tomken Road, Mississauga www.daysinn.ca

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9 Hilton Toronto

416-869-3456

145 Richmond Street West www.hilton.com

ACCOMMODATIONS

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, 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.

10 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 Canada’s 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 - 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 don’t forget to bring your favorite furry friend with you, as the hotel gladly welcomes Pets.

11 Isabella Hotel & Suites

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.

12 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.’s 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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ACCOMMODATIONS

TAG APPROVED ACCOMMODATIONS Toronto Clarion Hotel & Suites Selby 592 Sherbourne Street Courtyard by Marriott Downtown Toronto 475 Yonge Street Delta Chelsea Hotel Downtown 33 Gerrard Street West Hilton Garden Inn Toronto Downtown 92 Peter Street Hilton Suites Toronto/Markham 8500 Warden Avenue Hilton Toronto 145 Richmond Street West InterContinental Toronto Centre 225 Front Street West InterContinental Toronto Yorkville 220 Bloor Street West Marriott Bloor Yorkville 90 Bloor Street East Marriott Toronto Downtown 525 Bay Street Metropolitan Hotel Toronto 108 Chestnut Street Novotel Toronto Centre 45 The Esplanade 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 Old Mill Inn & Spa 21 Old Mill Road The Westin Harbour Castle One Harbour Square Thompson Toronto 550 Wellington Street West Travelodge Hotel Toronto Airport 925 Dixon Road

416-921-3142 416-924-0611 800-243-5732 877-STAY-HGI 905-470-8500 800-267-2281 800-422-7969 888-594-6835 800-859-7180 800-905-0667 416-977-5000 416-367-8900 800-233-1234 416-341-7100 866-764-6638 800-695-7922 866-653-6455 800-WESTIN-1 888-550-8368 888-483-6887

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DINING

Toronto dining photo by Doug Brown - courtesy of Tourism Toronto

DINING Restaurants / CafĂŠs

7 West Baskin Robbins Beaver, The Big Fat Burrito Bishop & The Belcher, The Brownstone Bistro Bulldog Coffee Byzantium Cafe California Chez Cora Chou Izakaya Church Street Diner, The Churchmouse and Firkin Cocina Lucero Crepe It Up Crews & Tango DayBreak Restaurant 22 Fabarnak Restaurant Fire on the East Side Flying Beaver Pubaret, The Fran's Restaurant Gladstone Hotel Cafe Golden Griddle Guu Toronto Izakaya Hair of the Dog Hard Rock Cafe Dundas Sq. Hernando's Hideaway Java Jive Coffee Just Thai Kokoni Izakaya Lee Lounge Lettieri Espresso Bar + Cafe Local 4 Restaurant Lola's Kitchen Medieval Times O'Grady's 15 Old Nick, The Pizza Pizza Pizzaiolo Sambuca Grill Sambucas on Church Slacks Smith St. Louis Wings and Ribs Sugo Trattoria and Lounge Sweet Creamery Vic Public House, The WAYLA Bar and Lounge Wish Restaurant Z-Teca Gourmet Burritos

7 Charles Street West 536 Church Street 1192 Queen Street West 285 Augusta Avenue 175 Bloor Street East 603 Yonge Street 89 Granby Street 499 Church Street 538 Church Street 277 Wellington Street West 556 Church Street 555 Church Street 475 Church Street 523 Yonge Street 95 Front Street East 508 Church Street 399 Church Street 519 Church Street 6 Gloucester Street 1192 Queen Street West 20 College Street 1214 Queen Street West 45 Carlton Street 398 Church Street 425 Church Street 279 Yonge Street 545 Yonge Street 585 Church Street 534 Church Street 459 Church Street 601 King Street West 77 Wellesley Street (at Church) 4 Dundonald Street 634 Church Street 10 Dufferin Street 518 Church Street 123 Danforth Avenue 471 Yonge Street 461 Church Street 21 Baldwin Street 489 Church Street 562 Church Street 553 Church Street 376 Bloor Street West 582 Church Street 521 Parliament Street 580 Church Street 996 Queen Street East 3 Charles Street East 66 Gerrard Street East

416-928-9041 416-925-3131 416-537-2768 416-913-7487 416-591-2352 416-920-6288 416-922-3859 416-960-6161 416-598-2672 416-923-1010 416-324-8463 416-927-1735 416-923 4545 416-913-1737 647-349-7469 416-598-0004 416-355-6781 416-960-3473 416-537-2768 416-923-9867 416-531-4635 416-977-5044 416-977-0999 416-964-2708 416-362-3636 416-929-3629 416-923-7267 416-928-9100 647-346-0886 416-504-7867 416-944-3944 416-915-0113 416-966-3991 416-260-1170 416-323-2822 416-461-5546 416-967-1111 416-922-5252 416-595-6277 416-966-3241 416-928-2151 416-926-2501 416-925-6689 416-929-9108 647-351-3554 416-944-9888 416-901-5570 416-935-0240 416-977-5665

NIGHTLIFE FEATURED NIGHTLIFE 16 Flash

416-925-8363

463 Church Street / Gay Village www.flashonchurch.com Hours: 5PM to 2AM DAILY Part Strip Club, Part Mansion, Dancing, DJs, Drag. Follow the panel-covered wood staircase past our bar/lounge area, to our private VIP rooms. TAGS: private men's club, nude male dancers, DJs, dancing, FREE membership, pool tables...

17 Remington’s

416-977-2160

379 Yonge Street / Gay Village www.Remingtons.com Hours: Daily 5PM to 2AM (extended hours during Pride) Toronto's Hot Spot for totally nude male dancers. Women welcome after 9PM Mon-Thur, 9PM Fri-Sat & after 5PM Sun. TAGS: hot men, nude dancers, strip club, night club, erotic, tourist, local hot spot...

18 Zipperz/Cellblock

416-921-0066

72 Carlton Street / Gay Village zipperzcellblock.com Hours: Daily 12PM-2AM A popular piano bar & nightclub, in the heart of Toronto's gay community. You'll find two experiences in one central location - with something for everyone. TAGS: Piano Bar, DJs, Best Drag Shows, Hotspot, Gay Village, Cabaret, Tourists Welcome...

NIGHTLIFE Bars / Dance Clubs / Lounges / Piano

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Andy Poolhall 489 College Street Barn, The 418 Church Street Beaver, The 1192 Queen Street West Bishop & The Belcher, The 175 Bloor Street East Black Eagle 457 Church Street Boutique Bar 506 Church Street Byzantium 499 Church Street Crews & Tangos 508 Church Street El Convento Rico 750 College Street Flash 463 Church Street Fly 8 Gloucester Street Flying Beaver Pubaret, The 1192 Queen Street West Goodhandy’s 120 Church Street Guvernment, The (Saturdays) 132 Queens Quay East 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 Remington's 379 Yonge Street Sailor's 465 Church Street Slacks 562 Church Street Statlers 487 Church Street Sugo Trattoria and Lounge 582 Church Street Vic Public House, The 580 Church Street WAYLA Bar and Lounge 996 Queen Street East Woody's 465-467 Church Street Zipperz/Cellblock 72 Carlton Street

416-923-5300 416-593-9696 416-537-2768 416-591-2352 416-413-1219 647-705-0006 416-922-3859 647-349-7469 416-588-7800 416-925-8363 416-410-5426 416-537-2768 416-760-6514 416-869-0045 416-531-4635 416-588-4663 416-323-2822 416-461-5546 416-927-8832 416-977-2160 416-972-0887 416-928-2151 647-351-0957 416-929-9108 416-944-9888 416-901-5570 416-972-0887 416-921-0066

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Toronto Gay Village

ACCOMMODATIONS

INFO FINDER ACCOMMODATIONS

NIGHTLIFE

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16 Flash 17 Remington's 18 Zipperz/Cellblock

Beverley Place B & B Clarion Hotel & Suites Selby Courtyard by Marriott Downtown Isabella Hotel & Suites Victoria's Mansion Guesthouse

DINING 22 Fabarnak Restaurant

RESOURCES

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SHOPPING & SERVICES 23 24 25 26

21 Canadian Lesbian & Gay Archives 22 The 519

Northbound Leather Priape TD Canada Trust (Village Centre) Glad Day Bookshop

SHOPPING & SERVICES

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NIGHTLIFE

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RESOURCES 103.9 Proud FM www.proudfm.com Canadian Gay & Lesbian Chamber of Commerce CGLCC.ca 21 Canadian Lesbian & Gay Archives 34 Isabella St., CLGA.ca

RESOURCES

416-922-1039 416-761-5151 416-777-2755

The 2nd largest LGBT archives in the world. The Archive includes records, images, audio, film, & more. Go online for our searchable database or visit in person.

Church Wellesley Village B.I.A. 481A Church Street Egale Canada 185 Carlton Street EGALE.ca Hassle Free Clinic 66 Gerard St. E., 2nd Flr, hasslefreeclinic.org Metropolitan Community Church 115 Simpson Avenue Ontario Gay & Lesbian Chamber of Commerce OGLCC.org 22 The 519 (Church Street Community Center) 519 Church Street

416-393-6363 888-204-7777 416-922-0603 416-406-6228 416-579-2669 416-392-6874

The 519 Church Street Community Centre is the hub of community life in Toronto's diverse Church and Wellesley Village. Visit us at: www.the519.org

Toronto People with Aids Foundation pwatoronto.org 416-506-1400 Tourism Toronto www.SeeTorontoNow.com 416-203-2600 Toronto PFLAG (Parents, Friends and Families of Lesbians and Gays) www.torontopflag.org 416-406-6378

SHOPPING & SERVICES Adult Entertainment / Products Come As You Are Condom Shack Good For Her Lovecraft 23 Northbound Leather 24 Priape Take a Walk on the Wildside TW Trade/Love Shop TW Trade/Love Shop TW Trade/Love Shop

701 Queen Street West 231 Queen Street West 175 Harbord Street 27 Yorkville Avenue 586 Yonge Street 501 Church Street 161 Gerrard Street East 505 Yonge Street 489 Church Street 375 Yonge Street

416-504-7934 416-596-7515 416-588-0900 416-923-7331 416-972-1037 416-586-9914 416-921-6112 416-927-7123 416-966-9815 416-260-9706

Antiques / Collectibles Douglas Poole Antiques 358 Queen Street East Reflections Vintage & Antiques 676 Yonge Street

416-368-1818 416-944-0333

Art Galleries

Akasha Art Projects O'Connor, A Gallery

511 Church Street 145 Berkeley Street

647-348-0104 416-921-7149

Attractions see our entire list on page 28-29 1000 Islands Tourism www.1000islandstourism.com CityPass www.citypass.com CN Tower 301 Front Street Royal Ontario Museum 100 Queen's Park TIFF Bell Lightbox 350 King Street West

800-561-1595 888-330-5008 416-601-4874 416-586-8000 888-599-8433

Banks / Investments / Mortgages / Financial 25 TD Canada Trust (Village Centre) 65 Wellesley Street East

416-944-4135

Bookstores 26 Glad Day Bookshop

598A Yonge Street

416-961-4161

World’s oldest LGBTQ bookstore! A must-see for visitors – experience our history & see our future. New, vintage, rare & specialty sections.

One Million Comix Toronto Toronto Women's Bookstore

531 Yonge Street 73 Harbord Street

416-934-1615 416-922-8744

Clothing Doc's Motorcycle Gear 726 Queen Street West 24 Priape (for Men) 501 Church Street Shkank Clothing (for Women) 672 Yonge Street

416-504-8888 416-586-9914 416-515-0959

Coffee Shops Red Rocket Coffee Second Cup Timothy's Coffee Shop Timothy's Coffee Shop

154 Wellesley Street East 544 Church Street 55 Bloor Street West 500 Church Street

416-640-1355 416-966-2981 416-964-9146 416-925-8550

Delicatessens / Specialty Foods Hasty Market & Deli 557 Church Street Pusateri Fruit Market 497 Church Street Super Fresh Mart 24 Hour Deli & Bakery 524 Church Street

416-967-7517 416-923-2043 416-967-9484

Events see our entire list on pages 33-35 Halloween Church Street Block Party Inside Out Toronto Lesbian & Gay Film Festival insideout.on.ca Pride Toronto www.pridetoronto.com Prism Toronto 25 Borden Street

416-393-6363 416-977-6847 416-927-7433 416-898-3553

SHOPPING & SERVICES Events (out-of-town) see our entire list on pages 33-35 Equality Forum (Philadelphia, PA, USA)

equalityforum.com

215-732-3378

SHOPPING & SERVICES

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 House of Lords Hair Design Michaelâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Barber Shop

639 Yonge Street 66 1/2 Wellesley Street

416-962-1111 416-926-1377

Hardware / Housewares Dudley Hardware

511 Church Street

416-923-5751

Holistic Health / Healing / Spiritual Ottway Herbalist

453 Church Street

416-967-9222

Laundry / Dry Cleaning Laundry Lounge

527 Yonge Street

416-975-4747

726 Queen Street West 586 Yonge Street 501 Church Street

416-504-8888 416-972-1037 416-586-9914

511 Church Street 348A Queen St W 33 Hazelton Avenue 2 Carlton Street 2 Carlton Street

416-925-5221 416 551-0444 416-926-9588 800-268-XTRA 800-268-9872

www.proudfm.com

416-922-1039

Leather / Erotica Doc's Motorcycle Gear 23 Northbound Leather 24 Priape

Publications Fab Magazine IN Toronto Magazine Pink Pages Pink Triangle Press XTRA!

Radio Station 103.9 Proud FM

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) Central Spa Spa Excess Steamworks Urge Play Room

1610 Dundas Street West 105 Carlton Street 540 Church Street, Level Two 199 Church Street, Basement

416-588-6191 416-260-2363 416-925-1571

231 Mutual Street

416-599-7665

469 Church Street 551 Church Street

416-968-9274 416-967-2759

Sauna (Women's) Oasis Aqualounge

Shopping Flatirons Out On The Street

Spa / Sauna / Massage Clear Day Spa

300 York Mills Road

416-386-0300

9 Isabella Street, 2nd Floor

416-922-4569

Tanning Salons Glow

Tattoos / Piercings Passage Piercing & 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 Porter Airlines VIA Rail

www.flyporter.com www.viarail.ca

888-619-8622 888 VIA-RAIL

Flight Centre 455 Church Street Thomas Cook Rainbow Travel 506 Church Street

416-925-2939 800-387-1240

Travel Agency Travel Services / Tours / Sightseeing Toronto Queer Walking Tour Toronto Tours

torontoqueerwalkingtours.com 647-225-7727 259 Lake Shore Boulevard East 416-869-1372

Video Sales / Rentals 7-24 Movies & More

501 Church Street

416-924-0724

77 Wellesley Street 545 Yonge Street 20 Carlton Street 572 Church Street

416-923-9393 416-923-8498 416-599-1967 416-921-6036

Wine & Spirits Wine Rack, The LCBO (Yonge & Wellesley) LCBO (Maple Leaf Gardens) The Beer Store

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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.

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Toronto Pride Week

Toronto WinterCity Festival & Winterlicious Toronto Restaurants Late Jan - Early Feb, 2013 (Dates TBA) Various Restaurants throughout Toronto 416-203-2600 www.toronto.ca/wintercity 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 worldclass attractions.

FEB IceFest

June 22nd - July 1st, 2012 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.

Toronto Downtown Jazz Festival June 22nd - July 1st, 2012 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 OUT OF artists perform at more than 40 venues TOWN around the city in over 350 concerts.

Late February, 2013 (Dates TBA) 416-928-3553 www.bloor-yorkville.com/icefest 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 Equality Forum

May 2nd - 5th, 2013 EVENT Philadelphia, PA www.equalityforum.com Equality Forum presents annually the largest national and international GLBT civil rights forum. Equality Forum includes over 50 programs, parties & special events with no registration free and all substantive programs for free. Featured events include National Equality Rally at Independence Hall, Art Exhibit, Int’l Equality Dinner at the National Constitution Center, SundayOUT! street festival & much more.

Toronto GLBT Film & Video Fest. May 16th - 26th, 2013 416-977-6847 www.insideout.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.

JUN Luminato- Toronto's Festival of Arts and Creativity June 14th - 23rd, 2013 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.

Toronto International Dragon Boat Race Festival June 23rd - 24th, 2012 Toronto Centre Island 416-598-8945 www.dragonboats.com The Toronto International Dragon Boat Race Festival promises a two-day fun-filled event that brings sports, team spirit and community spirit to Toronto Centre Island.

JUL Toronto Fringe Festival July 4th - 15th, 2012 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.

Summerlicious July 6th - 22nd, 2012 Various Restaurants throughout Toronto 416-203-2600 www.toronto.ca/summerlicious Toronto's favourite summer foodie celebration turns 10 in 2012 and continues to shine the spotlight on our fantastic restaurant industry. Enjoy delectable, three-course prix fixe menus, available at more than 180 of Toronto’s top restaurants

Beaches International Jazz Festival

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July 20th - 29th, 2012 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 26th - 28th, 2012 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!

Toronto's Festival of Beer July 27th, 2012 Bandshell Park at Exhibition Place 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.

AUG Toronto Leather Pride August 11th, 2012 Phoenix Concert Theatre, 410 Sherbourne Street, Toronto, ON torontoleatherpride.ca 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 September 6th - 16th, 2012 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.

Toronto After Dark Film Festival October 18th - 26th, 2012 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.

Halloweek Toronto October 24th - 31st, 2012 Church Street (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 November 2nd -4th, 2012 Metro Toronto Convention Centre South Building 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 17th - December 31st, 2012 Nathan Phillips Square, 100 Queen Street West toronto.ca A well-loved Toronto tradition for many years, the Cavalcade of Lights celebration kicks off the holiday season in the city. Revellers gather every year for the first lighting of the beautifully-decorated Christmas Tree and Nathan Phillips Square with thousands of energy efficient LED lights in colours of red, white and silver. This special evening also includes live musical performances and a fireworks finale. Weather permitting, bring your skates and take a spin under a canopy of glittering stars suspended from the Freedom Arches over the Square's famous outdoor ice rink. The rink is usually open by late-November and remains open throughout the winter months. Call 311 for hours of operation and skate rental info. Following the first lighting, Nathan Phillips Square shines from dusk to 11 pm every night through to the end of December.