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 Exclusive group of seven |
317 Dundas Street West At the corner of Dundas and McCaul streets Toronto, ON M5T 1G4 Canada +1 416 979 6648 / +1 888 225 4246 (Toll Free) http://www.ago.net/ |
The Art Gallery has temporarily closed as of October 15, 2007. Check their website for schedule of their reopening. The permanent collection is available for viewing online and the gift shop will also remain open online only. This art gallery in Chinatown district is one of Canada's largest fine art museums. You can view exhibits, including the 19th-century Impressionists, Henry Moore and an exclusive Canadian collection of paintings by the famous Group of Seven. In all, there is a permanent collection of over 24,000 works representing 1,000 years of European, Canadian and contemporary art. Facilities include a gift shop, restaurant, and a family-oriented activity center. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Brookfield Place |
181 Bay Street (Corner of Bay and Front) Toronto, ON M5J 2T3 Canada +1 416 777 6480 http://www.brookfield-place.com |
Located at Bay and Wellington, this building comprises a complete city block. Above ground it consists of two gigantic office buildings: the 51-storey Canada Trust Tower and its little brother, the 47-storey Bay-Wellington Tower, connected by the Galleria. At the Yonge and Front corner stands a shrine to hockey past and present, the Hockey Hall of Fame. The back exit from the Hall leads into the concourse level, which houses a full array of shops, a large food court and the PATH linking to the Wellington Tower. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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 Alternative comics and fringe culture |
601 Markham St (At Bloor) Toronto, ON M6G 2L7 Canada +1 416 533 9168 http://www.beguiling.com/ |
Located one street west of Bathurst, on Bloor, this cutting-edge store is a hybrid of comic and literary books for the fringe element. Self-described as carrying "everything cool in comics," it has most of the better comic book publishers and also an assortment of graphic novels from the likes of R Crumb, Joe Matt, Chester Brown and others. While primarily known for its comic book section, it is also home for beat literature (Charles Bukowski, Jack Kerouac) and select crime fiction. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Recipe for fun |
850 Yonge Street (at Yorkville) Toronto, ON M4W 2H1 Canada +1 416 920 2665 / +1 800 268 6018 http://www.cook-book.com |
For almost two decades, this store in the Yonge and Davenport area has been a source for cooks of all skill levels. The space is small, but it is packed with more than 4,000 titles. Shelves are divided according to topic, which range from ethnic recipe collections to books featuring specific ingredients. There's also a section for general reference, where novice chefs can find materials that cover the basics. The store is a stopover for authors promoting their cookbooks and is always a great source of culinary inspiration. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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For future Nobel Prize winners |
3350 Dufferin St (At Highway 401) Toronto, ON M6A 3A4 Canada +1 416 787 4581 http://www.e-sci.com/ |
Located just south of Hwy 401 on Dufferin and directly across from Yorkdale Mall, this store features Canada's largest selection of telescopes and optics, as well as two floors of science books and supplies, microscopes, lab ware, robotics, chemistry and electronics kits. Telescopes range in price from CAD200-10,000 and binoculars from CAD50-2,000. For the kids there are puzzles, science-based games, rocket kits and anything a future Nobel Prize winner needs or wants. Review © 2007, Wcities |
 From 14th to 19th Century |
37 Hazelton Avenue (at Scollard) Toronto, ON M5R 2E3 Canada +1 416 972 1378 http://www.leggeprints.com/ |
Located in the upscale Yorkville area, this gallery is unique in that it specializes in antique prints that go all the way back to the 14th century. Among these are sets of botanical etchings and engravings, natural history prints including John Gould's 1875 "Birds of New Guinea," sporting prints and even rare antique erotica in print and book form. All prints are imported directly from England and the gallery is the exclusive distributor of Isle of Wight glassware. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Environmentally Friendly |
408 Bloor St W (At Brunswick) Toronto, ON M4K 1N8 Canada +1 416 944 1993 / +1 888 633 5833 http://www.grassrootsstore.com/ |
Located in Toronto's Annex area, this store is unusual in that, unlike many places that carry environmentally friendly products as a sideline, it carries nothing but. There are items for every part of the home or office, from cleaning supplies and personal hygiene products to recycled papers and solar-powered radios. As a bonus, the store is bright, clean and always smells terrific. Grassroots also stocks a wide range of books and magazines on environmental issues and is a source of information on local organizations dedicated to global health. Second location at 372 Danforth Ave (+1 416 466 2841). Review © 2007, Wcities |
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That comfortable, at-home feeling |
2300 Yonge St At Eglinton Avenue Toronto, ON M4P 1E4 Canada +1 416 544 0049 / +1 888 550 3669 http://www.indigo.ca/ |
Founded in 1996, this 100 percent Canadian-owned super bookstore chain has created a name for itself by providing a comfortable, homely atmosphere with bookshelves and armchairs resembling those in a living room. You can sip a coffee in the Indigo Café while reading the latest bestseller and listening to a live jazz performance. There are also special author appearances and book signings. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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 One of a kind |
55 Centre Ave (at University Avenue) Toronto, ON M5G 2H5 Canada +1 416 599 5321 http://www.textilemuseum.ca/ |
One of a kind in Canada, this museum, which opened in 1975, features an international collection of quilts, garments, carpets and ceremonial objects. First shown in a small area in Mirvish Village, the collection is now located in a 25,000-square foot space. Exhibits include textile arts from such places as China, Japan, Africa, South East and Central Asia, South and Central America, Europe and the Pacific, as well as Canada and the U.S. Admission: CAD5 Adult, CAD4 Student/Senior, Wed 5pm-8pm pay what you can. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Britain's Best Books |
75 Front Street E (at Church) Toronto, ON M5E 1B3 Canada +1 416 777 2665 http://www.nicholashoare.com |
This store, located in the Yonge and Front area not far from Union Station, BCE Place and the Air Canada Centre, treats books like precious items, with only a few copies of each title on display. The long, thin building stocks fiction and non-fiction titles, mostly in hardcover. Topics are varied, but all have one thing in common: all are shipped from the UK. Exposed brick and track lighting showcase the goods, which you can sample on one of the overstuffed couches in the centre of the store. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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The Science of Fun |
50 Bloor Street W Toronto, ON M4W 1A1 Canada +1 416 968 2627 / +1 877 260 8433 http://www.sciencecity.ca/ |
This store, located in the Bloor-Yonge area, combines fun and education perfectly. There are books, puzzles and kits for budding Einsteins. Even some toys you might not normally associate with science; such as kites (to study wind) and bird feeders (to study wildlife); are available. The store's goods cover all sciences, from astronomy to zoology. This place is a great source for school projects and science fairs, or just for rainy days when you want to do a few scientific experiments at home. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Up, up and away |
367 Queen St W (At Spadina) Toronto, ON M5V 2A4 Canada +1 416 593 0889 http://www.silversnail.com/ |
Located at Queen and Spadina, this comic shop specializes in pop culture, comic books and superheroes. This store has all the current titles and trends, but also a strong collection of the classic comic book heroes, villains and spies. There are model miniatures, t-shirts, rare videos and a large section dedicated solely to role-playing games and fantasy. Adding your name to a mailing list secures pre-newsstand releases by personal notification, so you can grab the top products first. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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All Things Musical |
415 Queen Street W (near Spadina) Toronto, ON M5V 2A5 Canada +1 416 593 8888 http://www.stevesmusic.com/ |
This music store, located in the Queen Street West area has come a long way since it first opened its doors in a seedy part of Montreal in 1965. Today, the Toronto store is massive and there's also a third store in Ottawa. There's no great secret to its success: the ability to provide musicians—both amateur and professional—with the musical equipment they demand. The store also sports a sheet music section, public address systems, and equipment rentals. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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That's Entertainment |
11 St Thomas Street (at Sultan) Toronto, ON M5S 2B7 Canada +1 416 922 7175 / +1 800 361 3414 http://www.theatrebooks.com/ |
If you love theatre, film, television, opera, dance or the media, this store—in the Bloor-Bay area and near the Royal Ontario Museum—will have something for you. There are two floors of how-to books, screenplays, scripts and biographies. Anything written about the entertainment business is probably on this store's shelves and, if it isn't, the staff will order it for you. The store caters to professionals and amateurs alike and features a bulletin board full of useful information for anyone trying to break into the Toronto arts scene. Review © 2007, Wcities |
 Canada's largest |
276 King Street West Toronto, ON M5V 3A6 Canada +1 416 345 9941 http://www.hfam.com/ |
Touted as Canada's largest permanent antique outlet, this Harbourfront landmark features more than 100 dealers, with another 100 or so spreading out-of-doors every Sunday from May to September. You'll find collectibles like 1930s Fiesta Ware and Majolica china, or that special piece of furniture. This is also a favourite place to play "Spot the Celebrity," as stars such as Jane Fonda, Whoopi Goldberg and Goldie Hawn have been known to wander about when they're in town. You can also grab a bite at the second-floor Sophie's Cafe. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Socially Conscious Reading |
73 Harbord Street (at Spadina Avenue) Toronto, ON M5S 1G4 Canada +1 416 922 8744 / +1 800 861 8233 http://www.womensbookstore.com/ |
Don't even think about asking for a Harlequin romance at this bookstore, which is located in the Spadina and Harbord area near the University of Toronto campus. The store is proud of its strong political overtones, providing the country's largest selection of feminist and lesbian works. Founded in 1973, the store also sells handcrafted jewellery, music and hard-to-find periodicals. The doors are always open for events of interest to women and other feminists, as the store uses its space to host meetings, reading groups, and visiting authors. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Dedicated to Female Artists |
401 Richmond Street W Suite 122 Toronto, ON M5V 3A8 Canada +1 416 977 0097 http://www.warc.net/ |
This not-for-profit arts centre has been advancing the cause of women artists since its 1984. It provides a space where art by women can be registered and documented, allowing quick access to information and works. The centre also serves as a reference library where artists, researchers, art organizations, curators, teachers and students can learn about more than 2,500 female artists through printed and audio-visual materials. The centre also holds workshops, exhibitions and conferences, and puts out a quarterly magazine, Matriart. Admission is free. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Books, books and more books |
20 Edward St (at Yonge Street) Toronto, ON M5G 1C9 Canada +1 416 977 7009 http://www.chapters.indigo.ca/... |
This self-proclaimed "World's Biggest" definitely has a wide selection of books, magazines, audio, video and CD-ROMs to choose from. World's Biggest has specialized sections for computer books, children's books, fiction, magazines and more. If you can't find what you're looking for, you can check out the free CD-ROM search service, a database of all of the books in print that exist the world. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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