We recently launched an interactive map to assist residents, visitors and workers of our area with discovering our vibrant neighbourhood. The interactive map located on our website allows users to navigate the Willowdale BIA with ease.

The map features underground pathways with entrances connected to Sheppard-Yonge, North York Centre, and Finch subway stations. Member businesses, residents and tourists can pre plan their route to their preferred local attractions, parks, and artworks. They can also take alternative routes to get to their favourite restaurants, services and entertainment establishments. Reach several office/commercial buildings and shopping centres within minutes. Preview the map to determine the closest parking options or where the nearest public washroom is located. We invite you to try our new interactive map experience while you shop, eat and play in our district.

Visit our website at yongenorthyork.com/map

This project is funded by the City of Toronto’s Main Street Innovation Fund, as part of Government of Canada support through the Federal Economic Development Agency for Southern Ontario.

Yangqin is a Chinese dulcimer with 144 strings and a unique history of migration. Pingxin Xu, the first to hold a master’s degree in Yangqin performance in China, will be performing a repertoire of traditional and modern music from China, as well as popular tunes from around the world.

Pingxin will also talk about the background of each number of music presented. Combining breathtaking technique with refined musicianship, this concert is educational, entertaining, and musically inspirational!

No registration required. Drop-in. All ages are welcome. For more information, please call 416-395-5639.

How are the sun and stars born? How can they live for billions of years? How do they turn into bizarre objects such as white dwarfs, neutron stars, pulsars, and black holes?

Join Professor John Percy of the University of Toronto Department of Astronomy and Astrophysics for a lecture exploring the fascinating birth, evolution, and death of stars, giving rise to white dwarfs, neutron stars, and black holes.

Registration is encouraged via Eventbrite.Drop-ins are welcome.

For more information, contact the 4th floor Business, Science & Technology desk at 416-395-5613.

We recently launched an interactive map to assist residents, visitors and workers of our area with discovering our vibrant neighbourhood. The interactive map located on our website allows users to navigate the Willowdale BIA with ease.

The map features underground pathways with entrances connected to Sheppard-Yonge, North York Centre, and Finch subway stations. Member businesses, residents and tourists can pre plan their route to their preferred local attractions, parks, and artworks. They can also take alternative routes to get to their favourite restaurants, services and entertainment establishments. Reach several office/commercial buildings and shopping centres within minutes. Preview the map to determine the closest parking options or where the nearest public washroom is located. We invite you to try our new interactive map experience while you shop, eat and play in our district.

Visit our website at yongenorthyork.com/map

This project is funded by the City of Toronto’s Main Street Innovation Fund, as part of Government of Canada support through the Federal Economic Development Agency for Southern Ontario.

Throughout June, works by artist Taline Kavoukian are on display at North York Central Library branch.

Taline Kavoukian is a first-generation Canadian settler and Armenian diasporan based in Tkaronto/Toronto. Using an ecofeminist lens, her work is grounded in drawing and painting, but she is committed to employing concept-related mediums and technology to address thematic content. Taline is an award-winning artist, and holds an MA in Creativity and Intrinsic Motivation, a BFA and a B.Ed.

Join in for an evening of exploring Anishinabek stories of the land and how they can inspire environmental and social justice.

In this interactive presentation, Deborah McGregor, Associate Professor & Canada Research Chair in Indigenous Environmental Justice at York University’s Osgoode Hall Law School, will discuss how storywork can guide teaching and learning practices, focusing on the question, “What lessons or teachings can we derive from stories?”

Professor McGregor, who is Anishinaabe from Whitefish River First Nation, Birch Island, Ontario, will encourage knowledge sharing and generation to encourage participants to reflect on their role in the natural world and in promoting sustainability and well-being.

Neighbours everywhere are invited to join us for the third Taste of North York, a three-day Community & Food festival celebrating everything that makes North York such a special place to live!

Celebrate our community’s diverse cultures including Korean, Chinese, Persian, Ukrainian, Latin-American, Indian and more!

The festival featured even more delicious food, live entertainment, artisans, fun activities by local businesses and representation from dozens of local organizations!

For more information, please contact: https://www.neighbourlink.org/taste

Get ready to turn up the heat this summer at the Island Eats Food & Travel Show — a tropical celebration of bold flavors, rhythmic beats, and unforgettable island vibes!

For two sizzling days, Mel Lastman Square will transform into a vibrant island oasis, where foodies, adventurers, and culture lovers come together to taste the tropics and plan their next escape. Sample mouthwatering Caribbean dishes, sip on fruity cocktails and beer at our “Breeze and Brews” Beer Garden, and dive into an explosion of flavors that’ll transport your tastebuds straight to paradise.

 What to Expect:

Delicious eats from top island-inspired chefs & vendors

Travel showcases & island getaway inspo from Antigua and Barbuda, St. Lucia, Barbados, Jamaica, Grenada and Trinidad and Tobago.

Live music, DJs & cultural performances – think steelpan music, Carnival characters and stilt walkers!

Interactive cooking demos & giveaways

Family-friendly fun in the sun!

Whether you’re dreaming of your next beach vacation or just hungry for some good vibes and great eats, Island Eats is your passport to paradise — no boarding pass required.

For more information, please visit:https://www.islandfest.ca/

We recently launched an interactive map to assist residents, visitors and workers of our area with discovering our vibrant neighbourhood. The interactive map located on our website allows users to navigate the Willowdale BIA with ease.

The map features underground pathways with entrances connected to Sheppard-Yonge, North York Centre, and Finch subway stations. Member businesses, residents and tourists can pre plan their route to their preferred local attractions, parks, and artworks. They can also take alternative routes to get to their favourite restaurants, services and entertainment establishments. Reach several office/commercial buildings and shopping centres within minutes. Preview the map to determine the closest parking options or where the nearest public washroom is located. We invite you to try our new interactive map experience while you shop, eat and play in our district.

Visit our website at yongenorthyork.com/map

This project is funded by the City of Toronto’s Main Street Innovation Fund, as part of Government of Canada support through the Federal Economic Development Agency for Southern Ontario.

This summer, we’re partnering with JLL North American Centre and Emerging Artists Association to bring you a vibrant series of events every Wednesday.

It’s the perfect opportunity to unwind after work with your colleagues, friends, and family while listening to live music. Happy Hour special meals are available at the concourse food retailers. We encourage you to use this opportunity for your team building as well!

Location: Courtyard (Rain or Shine! In case of rain, the event will be moved to the inside of the concourse)

Dates: Every Wednesday in June (4th, 11, 18, and 25) 

Time: 4:30 PM to 6:30 PM (Schedule in July is TBD)

Celebrate Dance and Diversity in North York: A Spectacle of Artistry and Culture

Experience three exhilarating days of Social Dancing, All-Star Performances & Competitions, Interactive Workshops & Games, and Culinary Delights at Dance on Yonge 2025 in the vibrant heart of North York.

Date: July 11 – 13, 2025
Time: Friday July 11 (5-11 PM) | Saturday July 12 (12-11 PM) | Sunday July 13 (12-8 PM)
Info: https://www.danceonyonge.com/

This summer, we’re partnering with JLL North American Centre and Emerging Artists Association to bring you a vibrant series of events every Wednesday.

It’s the perfect opportunity to unwind after work with your colleagues, friends, and family while listening to live music. Happy Hour special meals are available at the concourse food retailers. We encourage you to use this opportunity for your team building as well!

Location: Courtyard (Rain or Shine! In case of rain, the event will be moved to the inside of the concourse)

Dates: Every Wednesday in June (4th, 11, 18, and 25) 

Time: 4:30 PM to 6:30 PM (Schedule in July is TBD)

Toronto’s first and only united celebration of Polynesian culture that will include dance and musical performances, food and crafts at Mel Lastman Square.

Date: Saturday, July 26, 2025
Time: 11AM – 7PM
Info: https://www.alohafesttoronto.com/

This summer, we’re partnering with JLL North American Centre and Emerging Artists Association to bring you a vibrant series of events every Wednesday.

It’s the perfect opportunity to unwind after work with your colleagues, friends, and family while listening to live music. Happy Hour special meals are available at the concourse food retailers. We encourage you to use this opportunity for your team building as well!

Location: Courtyard (Rain or Shine! In case of rain, the event will be moved to the inside of the concourse)

Dates: Every Wednesday in June (4th, 11, 18, and 25) 

Time: 4:30 PM to 6:30 PM (Schedule in July is TBD)

The Greater Toronto Kurdish House board members and event organizing committee are proud to announce launching the 16th Annual Kurdish Heritage and Cultural Festival celebration on Saturday August 16, 2025 at Mel Lastman Square.

We’ll be looking forward to seeing all enjoying our unique culture, fashion shows, folk dance lovely music and of course our delicious Kurdish cuisine!

Date: Saturday, August 16
Time: TBA
Info: https://kurdishhouse.com/

The Toronto Korean Festival is the biggest Korean festival in Canada and the largest and most anticipated gathering in North York.
 
Experience the pinnacle of Korean culture with TKF, from August 23rd to August 25th at Mel Lastman Square. Join us for a weekend filled with culinary delights, mesmerizing performances, vibrant market vendors, and endless fun!

Join us for Toronto’s grand celebration of Culture, Community and Togetherness at Toronto cha Raja – Ganesh Festival 2025

Join us for Toronto’s grand celebration of Culture, Community and Togetherness at Toronto Cha Raja – Ganesh Festival 2025!
Celebrate the arrival of Lord Ganesha, the remover of obstacles, with your family and friends in this joyful community celebration packed with vibrant performances, delicious food, and spiritual vibes!
Festival Highlights:
• Ganpati Sthapana, Aarti & Pooja
• Dhol Tasha Procession
• Live Music & Cultural Performances
• Multi-Cuisine Food Stalls
• Merchandise & Craft Bazaar
• Kids Zone
• Art & Craft workshops
• Visarjan Procession on Saturday