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AccessTO was once again invited to attend TIFF this past September. Once again this is a post in review. There is so much coverage that goes out live for many outlets that I decide there is no need to compete with them during the festival.
Just steps from Dundas Station and across from Sankofa Square, Twilight Café is a lively downtown destination where neon lighting, laughter, and the clink of board game pieces fill the air. Whether you’re dropping by for a post-dinner dessert, settling in for a study session, or planning a marathon game night, this spot delivers a unique mix of comfort, creativity, and energy.
The Toronto Comics Arts festival started back in 2003 and has grown to be one of the largest free public celebrations of independent comics anywhere. It has long been one of my favorite events to attend and I look forward to it every year.
10 DEAN is a wonderfully sleek café located at the corner of Redpath & Broadway. While it may be about a 10-minute walk from Yonge Street, this off-the-beaten-path establishment is worth the visit. The staff is welcoming, accommodating and happy to assist if you have any questions or queries.
Located just south of Lawrence station's north exit, Brewing Brokers offers up modern charm with good coffee and pastry options. Owned by a real estate agency, the atmosphere of the cafe feels very upscale, sleek and clean, which you may find is reflected in their prices
The CONTACT Photography Festival is an annual city-wide festival that began in 1997. It encompasses exhibitions, public art installations, and programs that feature the work of local and international lens-based artists every May.
Some of the best breakfast in the city can be found at the hidden café inside Toronto’s City Hall. Most people wouldn’t know to look for Cafe On the Square, but it’s been serving delicious and affordable food for decades. This secret gem offers breakfast, lunch, and a variety of snacks and coffees to the employees of City Hall and anyone else lucky enough to come across it.
Hot Docs was founded in 1993 and is a not-for-profit organization dedicated to advancing and celebrating the art of documentary and creating production opportunities for documentary filmmakers.
Hot Docs also prioritizes making their screenings as accessible as possible to members of the deaf community as part of their current mandate and multi year accessibility plan.
Located in the Deer Park neighbourhood, Pilot Coffee offers up great drinks and delicious treats. This is the company's newest store, and because it's so modern, it has plenty of accessible amenities I haven't yet seen in any other coffee shop in Toronto.
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White tablecloths, cold martinis, and tableside flambée: Hy’s Steakhouse is a Toronto institution where classic chophouse tradition meets modern hospitality. Housed in an 18,000-square-foot former bank building, the Bay Street location blends grandeur with accessibility, offering a dining experience that feels both iconic and inclusive.