Trinity Bellwoods on Dundas Street -Do West- is within the beating heart of downtown Toronto.

Our neighbourhood retains an original, small street ambiance combined with a pioneering spirit, best appreciated by walking to uncover all its delights.

The street is home to a blend of family owned businesses and a burgeoning number of boutique businesses whose owners are connoisseurs in their field. Both old and new residents love the relaxed friendly environment. Locals in the know have long appreciated the wealth of amenities on the street which allow them to shop for all their daily needs. Social history, multicultural influences and independent spirit all converge in this dynamic, ever-changing neighbourhood, reflecting many of the positive attributes of Toronto and Canadian culture. Throughout the year, we host regular events with a unique focus that encompass the street and community.

Moored between Trinity Bellwoods Park to the west (ourbeloved downtown escape) and busy Bathurst street, Do West feels just off the beaten path. Culinary joy abounds with high and low flavours. You don’t have to go far to find a zingy cocktail or the right brew, be it coffee or beer and the perfect little place to savour it. Specialty shops and a vanguard of Canadian design businesses offer more to discover. Everywhere, you will meet locals who are passionate about their wares and eager to share their knowledge.

With guide in hand, explore the area and take note of all we

have to offer… Do send us a note!

INTRODUCTION:

A street full of small businesses with highly independent, refined visions, Do West offers many vital local experiences.

This compact community of owner/operators are invested in their vision while also understanding the pedigree of their neighbourhood, placing value on long term personal relationships with locals and visitors alike.

Do West as a street and community has gathered together both old and new by embracing the diverse, the creative, the quirky and the seriously good.

DO WESTPHILOSOPHY

rinity Bellwoods Park is home to the

infamous white squirrel. Even though

most of us would like to believe

there is just one, there are in fact

several exploring the park, resident

back gardens and decks. Aside from

the regular white squirrel, we also

have many albino squirrels which can

be spotted by their red eyes. White

morphs are Eastern Grey Squirrels

with a white coat; a rare genetic

trait. Due to the lack of predators

in urban areas, the white squirrel

has been able to multiply in relative

safety.

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Dundas Street wasn’t always one continuous

thoroughfare. Its many twists and turns are

the result of joining many smaller, parallel

but unconnected streets. The stretch of

Dundas Street that runs from Ossington to Bathurst, was

originally called Arthur Street. Post 1910, Dundas Street

West, coupled with the laying of new track for streetcars,

saw its emergence as a major artery, spanning the city from

east to west.

“ DO DESIGN IS AN OPPORTUNITY TO DIP INTO VENUES AND

EXPLORE THE STREET AS A GALLERY, ENGAGING WITH NOT

ONLY DESIGN, BUT MORE OF THE NEIGHBOURHOOD AS

YOU GO.”

Plan to visit a Public Opening Reception; hosted by

several storefronts along the street or plan to take part

in the Walk and Talk Sunday Tour for insider knowledge

of the area, with specific insights into the designs on

show. Pick up a map guide from participating venues

and enjoy Do Design exhibits at your own pace- day

or night.

As an integral part of Toronto design week,

Do Design highlights design culture in our

vibrant neighbourhood. For four days in

January, storefronts on Dundas St, from

Bathurst to Grace, will become temporary

showcases for the work of contemporary

designers.

Labeled as a “not to miss” event during

design week, this annual event is free.

Do Design is an opportunity to dip into

venues and explore the street as a gallery,

engaging with not only design, but more of

the neighbourhood as you go. This enjoyable,

communal aspect provides context for the

work and highlights the diversity of the

neighbourhood through a surprising array

of venues. As a unique event, each year

brings a new, refreshing and contemporary

design exhibit.

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local because we have it all! Our stretch of

Dundas West is home to Canadian owned

and operated businesses from world famous

to mom & pop, gourmet to grocer, personal

wellness to pampering. Resident creative chefs,

designers and artists all contribute making

the street the go to place for handcrafted and

locally made goods.

With an ethos that thinks outside the big box,

the individual small businesses of Trinity

Bellwoods on Dundas tailor the differences

in their goods and services while building

relationships with their customers. Shop

local and sustain this distinct approach.

For the month of May, as part of the Scotiabank Contact

Photography Festival, the street hosts a quirky, snapshot

style photography exhibit. Do Photo has established itself

as the most friendly event around! All along the street,

in over 60 businesses, you can view images chosen to fit

a neighbourhood theme.

Do Photo: Nostalgia featured images from the Toronto

Archive alongside pictures from businesses illustrating

their own history on the street.

A recent theme: Urban Animal, featured pets and pests

proudly displayed in store front windows.

Enjoy a stroll along the street and let your curiosity take over.

Hmm what will next year’s theme be? Come by in May to

find out.

DO PHOTO“ DO PHOTO: NOSTALGIA FEATURED IMAGES FROM THE TORONTO

ARCHIVE ALONGSIDE PICTURES FROM BUSINESSES ILLUSTRATING THEIR

OWN HISTORY ON THE STREET.”

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*muddle

2 Lime wedges

small pinch Mint

large pinch Basil

pinch Yuzu Skin

1/2oz Yuzu Juice

1/2oz Lime Juice

1oz House made Lime Cordial ( zest and juice of

8 limes mixed with equal parts simple syrup)

(shake)

1 1/2 oz Bacardi White

(ice)

(serve in a chilled Highballl glass, top with ice

and soda. Garnish creatively.)

- Recipe courtesy of Bent

OF EVENTSJUNE:NXNE

www.nxne.com

TRINITY BELLWOODS FARMERS MARKET

www.tbfm.ca

WORLD PRIDE WEEK

www.worldpridetoronto.com

JULY:CANADA DAY

TORONTO OUTDOOR ART SHOW

CARIBANA-THE SCOTIABANK CARRIBBEAN FESTIVAL

(JULY-AUGUST)

SUMMERLICIOUS (JULY/AUGUST)

www.toronto.ca/Summerlicious

TRINITY BELLWOODS FARMERS MARKET

www.tbfm.ca

AUGUST: TRINITY BELLWOODS FARMERS MARKET

www.tbfm.ca

CALENDARJANUARY:DO DESIGN

www.dowest.ca/events/dodesign

THE INTERIOR DESIGN SHOW

www.interiordesignshow.com

TORONTO OFFSITE DESIGN FESTIVAL

www.todesignoffsite.com

WINTERLICIOUS

FEBRUARY:WINTERLICIOUS

MAY:DO PHOTO (THROUGHOUT MAY)

CONTACT PHOTOGRAPHY FESTIVAL

www.scotiabankcontactphoto.com

DOORS OPEN TORONTO

www.toronto.ca/doorsopen

TRINITY BELLWOODS FARMERS MARKET

www.tbfm.ca

SEPTEMBER:TORONTO INTERNATIONAL FILM FESTIVAL

www.tiff.net/festivals/thefestival

QUEEN WEST ART CRAWL

www.queenwestartcrawl.com

TRINITY BELLWOODS FARMERS MARKET

www.tbfm.ca

OCTOBER:SCOTIABANK NUIT BLANCHE

(HELD ON THE WEEKEND BEFORE CANADIAN

THANKSGIVING)

www.scotiabanknuitblanche.ca

TRINITY BELLWOODS FARMERS MARKET

www.tbfm.ca

DECEMBER:CAVALCADE OF LIGHTS

For more events all year through:

www.toronto.ca/eventcalendarD

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DONATE CLOTHING TO WOMEN’S OWN WITHDRAWAL MANAGEMENT CENTRE

HELP SUSTAIN THE TRINITY BELLWOODS FARMERS MARKET BY VOLUNTEERING

SUPPORT THE TORONTO TREES AND PARKS FOUNDATION BY PURCHASING A WHITE SQUIRREL BUTTON FROM VENUES IN THE NEIGHBOURHOOD.

CONTACTSEMERGENCY 9-1-1

CITY SERVICES AND PROGRAMS 3-1-1

TELEHEALTH ONTARIO (FOR MEDICAL ATTENTION WHICH IS NOT AN EMERGENCY) 1 866 797 0000

CITY OF TORONTO www.toronto.ca For attractions, facilities, transportation, events and emergency services.

ONTARIO TRAVEL INFORMATION CENTREAtrium on Bay, 20 Dundas St. W.T: 905 274 1721 // 1 800 668 2746www.ontariotravel.net

TOURISM TORONTOQueens Quay Terminal, 207 Queens Quay W. at York St. T: 416 203 2600 // 1 800 363 1990www.torontotourism.com

TORONTO TRANSIT COMMISSIONwww.ttc.ca

FRIENDS OF TRINITY BELLWOODS PARKwww.trinitybellwoods.ca TORONTO WESTERN HOSPITAL399 Bathurst Street at Dundas St. W.T 416 603 2581 DUNDAS EUCLID ANIMAL HOSPITAL 416 362 9696www.my-petdoctor.com VIA RAIL TORONTO65 Front St. W.T: 1 888 842 7245 GREYHOUND CANADA (TORONTO COACH TERMINAL)610 Bay St. Toronto, M5G 1M6T: 416 594 1010 BILLY BISHOP TORONTO CITY AIRPORT (YTZ)2 Eireann Quay, Toronto, ON, M5V 1A1T: 416 203 6942 LESTER B PEARSON INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT (YYZ) Terminal 1 and Terminal 3T: 416 247 7678 or 1 866 207 1690

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NS “ There are many ways

to recyle a skateboard (upcycling). You can turn old skateboards into artwork, ceiling fans, chairs, and even magazine racks” BLUE TILE LOUNGE

“ One of our favourite tricks for maintaining a

wardrobe is the “Baby Powder Pile”. If you ever

find that dreaded oil stain, before washing, lay

the garment down and pile the oil spot with baby

powder. Leave over night and in the morning just

brush away- ta-da- the oil has vanished! 9 times

out of 10 this works.” -COMRAGS

“ Honey is amazing- use honey on burns. It ’s

antibacterial and humectant qualities will make it

heal so much faster!”

-SAUL’S SPA & BEAUTY SHOP

“ If you are wondering how to deal with a chip in colour

coated metalwork furniture, nail polish will provide a great

fix for small areas. It comes in a zillion colours and you

should find the exact match to the metal colour” -MADE

“ Eat before you get a tattoo. Getting a tattoo is an

adrenaline rush.” -SOMA TIGER TATTOO

“ Leather has to age to be more beautiful- don’t keep it to

new. It looks more beautiful the more you use it.” -Hide

“ Choose art that you’re happy to look at each day, not what

somebody else tells you is good.” -#HASHTAG GALLERY

“ Be sure to change flower into fresh water and cut one inch

at the bottom of the stems to prolong flower life every two

to three days” -ROSE GARDEN FLOWER AND GIFTS.

“ ...And remember, their beauty is fleeting...that’s what makes them special.” SWEET WOODRUFF

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