PRIDE TORONTO
29th Annual Celebration
29th annual celebration of sexual diversity and identity—gay, lesbian, transsexual, transgendered—the annual event is one of the largest Pride celebrations in the world and one of the three largest in North America. Highlights of the week-long event include an art walk with the Dyke March, Pride Parade, queer-themed art, a gala and awards ceremony, family activities and live entertainment. Activist and lawyer El-Farouk Khaki leads the parade this year, taking place on June 29. Both parades begin on Church. For information, call 416-927-7433 or visit www.pridetoronto.com.
The Toronto Film Festival
The Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF) ranks among the most prestigious international film festivals in the world. For ten days, film lovers, filmmakers, industry professionals and media watch the best in new cinema from established masters and new talent.
Taste of Little Italy
June 12, 2009 - June 14, 2009
Little Italy is one of Toronto’s most popular entertainment areas with a great variety of Italian restaurants, trattorias, bars and cafés. Other cultures have also made culinary inroads and you’ll find Japanese, Mexican, and Portuguese eateries as well. Come enjoy this kick off to Summer with world music bands performing on street corners, and tasting tables offering samples of their menus for $1-$5.
Address: College St between Bathurst Ave & Shaw Ave.
Free admission
