A beautiful close up of a painted turtle outside 5500 Tolman St. by artist, Sarah Imrisek If you’ve taken a stroll through Yonge North York recently, you might have noticed a vibrant change on the streets. What were once plain, grey utility boxes are now canvases full of life and colour– nine additional ones to […]

As summer winds down and we all settle back into our regular routines, it’s the perfect time to start planning for the months ahead, especially with many returning to school. Even though my school days are long behind me, September is an ideal time to map out what the fall and winter will look like. […]

Yonge North York’s Vibrant Patio Scene During CafeTO It’s been a hot summer, Yonge North York! And honestly, I can’t complain. After being cooped up for months and wrapped in layers for most of the year, it feels amazing to bask in the sun, especially while enjoying a meal or coffee with a friend on […]

The sun is shining, the birds are singing, and today is the perfect day to take Rover out for a walk. Yonge North York is a wonderful area for pet enthusiasts, with plenty of green spaces and numerous pet-friendly businesses. It’s common to meet fellow pet owners along your walks, exchanging friendly greetings and sharing […]

How’s it going, Yonge North York? Last time we connected, Mother’s Day was just around the corner. Now, as summer approaches, our district is buzzing with exciting events, perfectly timed for the longer days ahead. I would be remiss if I didn’t blog about the one drink that brings our community together: bubble tea. With […]

Hello Yonge North York, I hope you’ve had the chance to enjoy the spring lantern exhibit since our last blog. With Mother’s Day just around the corner, I wanted to make it a breeze for you to show Mom and the mother figures in your life how much they mean to you. While they truly […]

Tiger lanterns of impressive size on the lower level of the Yonge Sheppard Centre Happy Spring, Yonge North York! March was filled with many exciting celebrations, and now April is here and it feels like we’ve emerged from hibernation, embracing the longer days of spring. If you haven’t noticed by now, our neighbourhood is adorned […]

It’s about community spirit: Meet your BIA Ambassador Hi friends! I’m delighted to introduce myself as your ambassador for the Yonge North York Business Improvement Area (BIA). As a dedicated member of our neighbourhood, I’m excited to kick off this venture to champion our local businesses. As March unfolds, I realize how many celebrations await […]