365 Things To Do In Etobicoke

Most of us start thinking about taking the bike out of the garage once the snow melts and the sun begins to stay out longer. In some cases the bike needs a little “TLC” to get it ready for the new season and that first spin around the block. Or maybe you’ll just treat yourself [...]

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If you’ve paid attention to the media lately you’ve probably heard the term “crossfit” being tossed around as the newest way to get in shape and I can tell you it works. It is inevitable that with this new exposure many new crossfit trainers and gyms will pop up and soon fade away. Crossfit Colosseum [...]

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We were all excited when this new long weekend was announced to take place on the third Monday of February. The fact that it is dedicated to spending time with the family makes it all the more fun. Here is a listing of events and things to do on Family Day Etobicoke 2012.     [...]

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If you were to mix in equal parts ice hockey and basketball you’ll most likely come up with Lacrosse. That may be an over simplification of it and may not entirely be accurate but I can guarantee you this much, the energy required to play the sport is substantial. Just ask current players at the [...]

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It is no wonder that the MasterCard Centre for Hockey Excellence is the official practice facility of the Toronto Maple Leafs. It’s a state of the art hockey arena and it’s located right here in Etobicoke. The MasterCard Centre for Hockey Excellence opened in 2009 to much fanfare. Gone was the older but much-loved Lakeshore Lions Arena but [...]

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Dogs are considered man’s best friend. This statement rings true in the hearts of many so it’s great when an organization like Paws on the Shore seeks to strengthen this bond. Paws on the Shore is a hiking group for dogs and their owners. The hikes, with all dogs on leashes, provides proper socialization, stimulation [...]

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Admittedly when it’s really cold out one of the last things you want to is take the kids out skating. Luckily, Etobicoke is home to many arenas with indoor skating rinks so now there’s little excuse to not hit the ice. Etobicoke is home to many arenas with indoor skating rinks. Most arenas house hockey [...]

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When winter approaches many of us automatically think of shovelling snow and freezing temperatures. Adjust your thought process and try something different this season. Use winter as an opportunity to get in some fun exercise by trying out one of the many Etobicoke outdoor skating rinks. Many NHLers have taken their first strides on an [...]

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Everyone in Toronto can identify the bridge at the foot of the Humber River due to its stunning elegant design. Fewer may know that it serves as the border between Etobicoke’s Palace Pier Park and Toronto. One of the most recognizable symbols of Palace Pier park is The Bridge, which is an iconic symbol on [...]

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One thing we don’t do enough of in this age of the Internet and the 500 channel universe is to simply go out and take a walk in our beautiful little city. One area perfect for such an exercise, and one that most Etobicoke residents don’t even know about, is the Village of Murals. Toronto’s [...]

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If you’re a casual golfer like me the prospects of spending 5 hours on a course at $100 a round sound dim. Cut the time in half and knock off two-thirds of the price on a decent course, Centennial Park Golf Centre has my attention. Centennial Park Golf Centre, located on the northern end of [...]

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If you’ve turned on your television lately and watched the X-Games you may have noticed professional skateboarders thanking sponsors and making millions in the process. Although the chances of that happening to someone hanging out at the Eighth Street Skatepark are slim, the chances of them having a great time and staying out of trouble [...]

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Many say that swimming is the number one exercise in that it works every part of the body with less impact than running and less injury than weight lifting. It’s also the ideal way to cool off on a hot summer day. There are many Etobicoke Swimming Pools where you can take a dip. Granted, [...]

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Nothing beats strolling through an Etobicoke park in the summer when the sky is clear and there’s a slight cool breeze. The only thing that could make it better is if it was James Gardens. James Gardens is an Etobicoke, and Toronto, landmark. Located on the west bank of the Humber River it contains numerous [...]

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If we were all honest with ourselves we’d probably admit that we’d like to be better dancers. Arthur Murray Dance Studio can help even those who have two left feet. Arthur Murray Dance Studio is located at 3054 Bloor Street West and they’ve been teaching people how to waltz, tango, and do the “cha cha” [...]

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There’s no shortage of fitness centres in Toronto, that’s for sure. However, Etobicoke is home to the first gym opened by UFC legend Randy Couture North of the border, Xtreme Couture. Xtreme Couture is located at 700 Kipling Avenue, North of The Queensway. Its founder, Randy “The Natural” Couture settled on Etobicoke as the location [...]

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As an “okay” hockey player I can verify that Etobicoke produces some of the best teams and leagues in Toronto. It probably has a lot to do with great venues like Canlan Ice Sports Etobicoke. Canlan Ice Sports Etobicoke is just one of many arenas in our great city, but it stands out as a [...]

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What’s there to do in Etobicoke on a snowy Winter’s day? The answer depends on whether you see the glass as half empty or half full.  If half empty you’re probably thinking of grabbing a snow shovel. If half full, you’re grabbing your skis or snowboard and heading to the Centennial Park Ski and Snowboard [...]

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One of the more enjoyable and healthier activities you can participate in during the cold winter months is skating at one of the many outdoor rinks scattered throughout the city. But for a change of pace from the usual counter-clockwise, skate in a circle skating routines we are all familiar with why not try the [...]

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It never fails. Winter comes and all of a sudden we all get lazy. I mean, why bother working out for that beach body when no one’s going to see it? Try asking those people on the treadmill at 3am on a Saturday night at Fitness 365 in Etobicoke! Fitness 365, located at 40 Ronson [...]

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