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Toronto is big, clean, and safe. As it's Canada's largest city, there's often so much to do that it can be difficult to chose! To help you decide, we have put together a few ideas to inspire you.

Bookstores

by Jo-Ann McQuillan and Toni Burton

It's a given that many of us are bibliophiles - and some bibliomanes. Toronto is the unofficial capital of the Canadian publishing world and you'll find bookstores in abundance. To help you find your way around, Jo-Anne McQuillan and Toni Burton have put together a selected guide to SLA Toronto members' favourite haunts.

Bookstores--Science Fiction

by Dave Hook

A guide to and map of science fiction bookstores in Toronto.

Extreme fun for kids in Toronto

by Barbara Slawek and Kolette Taber, SLA Toronto Chapter

There’s nothing easier than keeping a child entertained, right??? Well, when it comes to Extreme Fun for Extreme Kids, Toronto is the perfect destination vacation. Where to start? We’ve identified plenty of web sites, activities and attractions that are sure to “WOW”. Better yet, get those web-savvy kids involved – and excited – by having them research and plan their own Extreme Adventure - in T.O…and Beyond!

Library Tours (Guided) / Library Tours (Self-Guided)

by Greg Barber

Toronto has many libraries for you to explore. Greg Barber has put together a list of libraries you should feel free to visit on your own self-guided tour. A schedule of guided tours co-ordinated by SLA Toronto is forthcoming.

Sports

by Cynthea Penman

For both the sports enthusiast, and the avid sports spectator, June is a great month to be in Toronto!

Stratford, Ontario

by Heather Wilson

If you're a theatre lover or would like to extend your trip to Toronto by experiencing a different part of Ontario, consider a visit to Stratford.

Theatre

by Barbara Fingerote

SLA Toronto's resident theatre expert, Barbara Fingerote, gives a brief and selective overview of the theatre scene.

Theatre--Discount Tickets

by Colin Hoare

Check here for information on getting discount theatre tickets.

Theatre--Must See

by Barbara Fingerote

SLA Toronto's resident theatre expert, Barbara Fingerote, gives her "must see" picks for Toronto's theatre scene during the conference.

Things for free

by Barb Slawek

An insider’s guide to free and low-cost activities and attractions in Toronto

OT in TO: Top Five Reasons You Should Come Early…and Plan To Stay A While

by Barb Slawek

The title speaks for itself. Here you'll get a number of ideas to extend your visit to Toronto and Southwestern Ontario.

Wine Country

by Bob Burwell

The Niagara Region is famous for its Falls, but it's also famous for its wine. Explore the Niagara Wine Route, an area that some say rivals the Napa Valley.

      Bookstores
      Bookstores--Science Fiction
      Extreme fun for kids in Toronto
      Library Tours (Guided)
      Library Tours (Self-Guided)
      Sports
      Stratford, Ontario
      Theatre
      Theatre--Discount Tickets
      Theatre--Must See
      Things for (almost) free
      Top Five Reasons to Come Early
      Wine Country

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