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Observation
In Toronto, editor in chief Tyler Brûlé met a young reader, sparking thoughts on misguided opinions of the print market and enthusiasm for Monocle's new project: the Kioskafé.
Small but perfectly formed
People have moved back to urban centres and we no longer do a ‘weekly shop’, which has prompted a surprising revival: the corner shop.
Faith healer
Toronto’s Aga Khan Museum, a new cultural landmark, collects art and artefacts from the Islamic world. A serene and inclusive site, it aims to educate and unite visitors of all faiths.
City life
Although it was mayor Rob Ford’s controversial tenure that brought spectators to Toronto City Hall, the beauty of the modernist building shouldn’t be overlooked.
Space invaders
Meet the entrepreneurs revitalising derelict spaces with community, food and nightlife. These are the people shaping our cityscapes with imagination, skill and creativity, from Madrid to Tokyo and beyond.
Special brews
Canada’s largest city has recaptured its taste for craft brewing, kindling the spirit of urban regeneration. Monocle finds the independent brewers revitalising this industry and taking on the big boys.
Edward Burtynsky
Canadian photographer Edward Burtynsky, famous for his large-format industrial landscapes, invites us to Toronto’s Splendido for an Italian-inspired feast.
Media
A bookstore in Lisbon, an arts app from Toronto and a boost for low-budget broadcaster in the US.
Living at the movies
As artistic director for the Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF), Cameron Bailey watches 700 films a year. But with midnight meetings and hectic schedules, it’s not all fun and games.
