Updates & Reminders
Road Closure Updates & Event Notices
Toronto Caribbean Carnival Grande Parade
Date: August 4 to 6, 2023
Locations:
* Lake Shore Blvd W, from Bathurst St to Colborne Lodge Dr
* Strachan Ave, from Fleet St to Lake Shore Blvd W
* Fort York, from Fleet St to Lake Shore Blvd W
Road Closure: August 4 10:00 PM to August 6 6:00 AM
Metrolinx Demolition at King and Bathurst – Construction Notice
Date: As early as August 8, 2023
Duration: Up to five (5) months
Hours of work: Weekdays from 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Demolition will take place for the north and south station entrances for King/Bathurst station.
Metrolinx Demolition at Queen and Spadina – Construction Notice
Date: As early as August 25, 2023
Duration: Up to 5 months
Hours of work: Weekdays from 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM with extended hours on occasional weekends. More information on weekend work closer to the start date.
Demolition will take place for the north and south station entrances for Queen/Spadina station.
Toronto International Film Festival
Date: September 7 to 17, 2023
Locations: Various
Road Closure: September 5 to 19
The 48th Toronto International Film Festival runs from September 7 – 17, 2023. Associated events will result in partial lane restrictions as well as full road closures between September 5 – 19, 2023.
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Upcoming BIA Community Session
Safeguarding Against Organized Crime
The BIA will be hosting a community session with the goal of providing an understanding of organized crimes impacting our community. The event will include an opportunity to hear from Chief of Police Chief Myron Demkiw, best selling author and keynote speaker Timea E Nagy as well as various units from the Toronto Police Service.
Date: August 17, 2023
Time: 9:30 AM – 2:00 PM
Place: Hyatt Regency Toronto, King II
RSVP
ArtWalk 2.0 Launch Event
An ‘Augmented’ Showcase Of 70 Pieces Of Public Art In The Toronto Entertainment District
Join us at a VIP evening under the stars as we officially unveil ArtWalk 2.0. Be the first to experience the new AR art pieces, and learn about the impact of outdoor public art in building vibrancy and a sense of community within the urban environment.
Wednesday, August 30, 2023
6:00 – 8:00 PM
Roy Thomson Hall, lower outdoor patio
(underground parking available)
Grand unveiling and walking tour of three AR art pieces led by notable Toronto architect Joël León providing rich historical story-telling of the downtown west.
Cocktails and catering from Lobster Burger Bar
RSVP
City of Toronto partners with businesses to support refugee claimants and asylum seekers
The City of Toronto, with community leaders, has escalated efforts to respond to urgent shelter and support needs for asylum claimants. Following the July 19 motion by Toronto City Council, several City-driven initiatives, both big and small, are underway, including securing temporary emergency accommodations and facilitating public donations through the City’s DonateTO portal.
Upcoming Conferences & Conventions
Joint Statistical Meeting 2023
* Date: August 5 to 10
* Location: Metro Toronto Convention Centre
* Attendance: 5000
Canadian Meetings and Events Expo
* Date: August 16 to 16
* Location: Metro Toronto Convention Centre
* Attendance: 4200
Canfitpro 2023
* Date: August 17 to 20
* Location: Metro Toronto Convention Centre
* Attendance: 3000
Fan Expo Canada 2023
* Date: August 24 to 27
* Location: Metro Toronto Convention Centre
* Attendance: 135,000
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