Lorne Bridgman
City life
Although it was mayor Rob Ford’s controversial tenure that brought spectators to Toronto City Hall, the beauty of the modernist building shouldn’t be overlooked.
Edward Burtynsky
Canadian photographer Edward Burtynsky, famous for his large-format industrial landscapes, invites us to Toronto’s Splendido for an Italian-inspired feast.
Special brews
Canada’s largest city has recaptured its taste for craft brewing, kindling the spirit of urban regeneration. Monocle finds the independent brewers revitalising this industry and taking on the big boys.
Can I have a word?
Canadian author Margaret Atwood is almost as well known for her relentless activism as she is for her award-winning novels – but she is far more enthusiastic about the latter.
Spark life
The world is going electric in a bid to combat environmental change and energy dependency. For once this Christmas, batteries are included.
Home from home
Following the success of our Hong Kong shop and bureau set up, we’ve replicated the concept in Toronto’s Little Italy – only it’s 20 times the size.
Winning team
A former sporting arena has been reborn in Toronto as the flagship store of Canadian supermarket Loblaws. The city’s traditional home of ice hockey now houses fresh produce instead of pucks.
Jock tactics
Canadian ice hockey commentator Don Cherry is a beloved anti-hero. At 75, he still enrages and entertains with his signature tough talk and strong opinions, making him a divisive but iconic figure.
Shop idols
It can take just one retailer to unite a neighbourhood and restore a sense of old-fashioned community. Monocle has found 10 independent shops doing just that, from Barcelona to Tokyo.
