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Toronto is the capital of Ontario
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Toronto is the fifth largest city in North America
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The city of Toronto started off as York, the capital of Upper Canada in 1893. York was incorporated and renamed Toronto in 1834
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Toronto has more than 8000 restaurants
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The coldest temperature ever recorded in Toronto was -31 degrees Celsius on January 4, 1981. The wind-chill on that day was -44.7 degrees Celsius!
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The highest temperature ever recorded were 41 degrees Celsius from July 7-9 in 1936
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Toronto ranks second as the worldโs most business competitive global city
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Theย Toronto Zooย is the largest in Canada. It is home to over 16,000 animals representing 491 species.
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Toronto is North Americaโs third largest venue for movie production
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Nathan Phillips Square is named for the mayor of Toronto from 1955-1962
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Toronto is known as one of the most multicultural cities in the world, with over 200 different ethnic origins and over 140 languages spoken.
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The CN Tower in Toronto held the title of the world’s tallest free-standing structure for 32 years, from 1976 until 2009.
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Toronto is home to several major sports teams, including the Toronto Raptors (NBA), Toronto Maple Leafs (NHL), and Toronto Blue Jays (MLB).
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The Toronto Islands, located just off the city’s shoreline, offer a peaceful escape with beaches, parks, and stunning views of the city skyline.
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The Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF) is one of the most prestigious film festivals in the world, attracting top filmmakers and celebrities each year.
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Toronto’s PATH system is the largest underground pedestrian walkway in the world, connecting numerous office buildings, shopping centers, and transit stations.
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Casa Loma, a historic castle in Toronto, is a popular tourist attraction and has been featured in several movies and TV shows.
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Toronto has a vibrant arts and culture scene, with numerous theaters, museums, and galleries, including the Art Gallery of Ontario (AGO) and the Royal Ontario Museum (ROM).
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The Toronto Public Library is one of the largest public library systems in the world, with numerous branches throughout the city.
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Toronto’s annual Caribana Festival is one of the largest Caribbean cultural festivals in North America, featuring vibrant parades, music, and food.
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The Distillery District, a historic area in Toronto, is known for its well-preserved Victorian-era buildings and is a hub for art, culture, and entertainment.