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    Devon Banfield

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    Dev Banfield is a host, senior web producer, and writer with Now Toronto and The Brandon Gonez Show. This Toronto girl returned to the city in 2021 to join GMI after working as an anchor & reporter for CityNews Calgary. Banfield is passionate about Queer issues, women’s rights, and Endometriosis research, and is proud to be everyone’s favourite auntie! She is a Seneca alumn, and is currently pursing an Honours Bachelor’s degree in communications and digital media. Her secret? She runs on caffeine & girl power.

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  • Toronto’s most debated green space? Barbara Hall Park’s redesign divides The Village

    A popular downtown park is due for an upgrade, and like most things in Toronto, it’s causing controversy. Barbara Hall Park, located in the heart...
    Colourful mural at Barbara Hall Park with construction work in progress, indicating ongoing urban renewal projects in Toronto.
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  • Diwali: Here’s what the annual Festival of Lights means to the communities that celebrate

    Diwali, the annual Festival of Lights, is a celebration that typically falls between October to November with plenty of events scheduled across the GTA. Here’s...
    Colorful Diwali celebration with family lighting diyas and decorating with traditional Rangoli.
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  • Soup season returns: 5 hearty bowls to try in the GTA this fall

    After what has felt like an endless summer, the weather is cooling down in Toronto, which can only mean one thing: soup season is upon...
    Hearty bowl of traditional bean and lemon soup with herbs and vegetables, ideal for comfort food lovers.
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  • ‘Harmful and deeply unpopular,’ Ontario parents slam Ford over bill to scrap speed cameras

    Parents in Ontario are questioning Premier Doug Ford’s ethics after the introduction of Bill 56, which includes a section repealing the authorization of speed cameras....
    Elderly man giving a speech about public safety at an Ontario government event, with "Protect Ontario" sign in the foreground.
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  • ‘A place of sanctuary,’ Reverend upset after city clears Kensington Market encampment a day after honouring her for the book about it

    People are side-eyeing the City of Toronto after a local reverend received a prestigious city award for her book that told the story of the...
    Homeless encampment in Toronto with tents, belongings, and caution tape, and a woman wearing a clerical collar holding a book at night in an urban park scene.
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  • ‘I want it all for the city,’ Toronto can’t get enough of Vladimir Guerrero Jr. as Blue Jays head to Game 7 against Seattle Mariners

    Toronto is buzzing with winning energy ahead of Game 7 of the team’s series against the Seattle Mariners. After a frustrating loss on Friday night,...
    Toronto Blue Jays baseball player celebrating, wearing team jersey and cap at Rogers Centre, night game under stadium lights, sports fan atmosphere, Toronto sports news.
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  • 110% queer, but not without criticism: Inside the debate about Canada’s LGBT Purge monument

    Construction is underway on a new monument honouring the discrimination generations of 2SLGBTQ+ Canadians faced at the hands of the federal government, but one queer...
    Vibrant Pride parade at Toronto's outdoor public park demonstrating LGBTQ+ celebration and diversity in Toronto, Canada.
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  • The origins of Afrobeats come to life in a new graphic novel by two Toronto creatives

    Two Toronto creatives have joined forces to create a new book that tells the story of Nigerian artist Fela Kuti, the artist credited with creating...
    Empty street scene with musician lying on couch holding a trumpet, stylized digital artwork inspired by NOW Toronto coverage.
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  • From Little Iran to Little Poland, here are some culturally rich Toronto neighbourhoods you should check out

    This weekend, Little Iran became the latest culturally significant neighbourhood recognized in Toronto, a city famous for its mosaic of areas celebrating different cultures from...
    Colourful group photo at the Little Iran Celebration event in Toronto, showcasing community leaders and cultural representatives.
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  • U of T is latest employer to join growing return-to-office movement in Toronto

    The University of Toronto (U of T) is mandating that its administrative staff return to the office full-time starting next year. The move back to...
    Historic stone building in Toronto with lush green trees and a manicured lawn, perfect for sightseeing and exploring Toronto’s architectural heritage.
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  • Nuit Blanche is back this weekend – here are 6 installations you need to check out

    Art lovers, fall is here and that can only mean one thing: Nuit Blanche is back. Nuit Blanche, an annual celebration of artistry, takes over...
    Light-up art installation with neon text reading "We change each other" on a beach backdrop; colourful neon pedestrian crossing figures at night in an urban setting.
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  • Taylor Swift has released her latest album, and a lot of people are not feeling it

    The Life of a Showgirl, the latest album from country-singer-turned-popstar Taylor Swift, is out in the world, and the reviews are… mixed.  The album, which...
    Bright yellow carnival costumes with feathers and rhinestones at Now Toronto celebration.
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  • This popular music festival is bringing heavy hitters Reneé Rapp and Kacey Musgraves to Toronto this weekend 

    This weekend, a popular music festival is coming to Toronto and bringing with it a lineup of talent you won’t want to miss.  The inaugural...
    Vibrant Toronto music festival with a large crowd and energetic performers on stage.
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  • Ontario’s minimum wage has increased – here’s what you need to know

    Ontario’s minimum wage has increased by 40 cents, and Ontarians have mixed feelings.  As of October 1, the province’s minimum wage has gone from $17.20...
    Colourful Canadian banknotes, including $50, $100, and $20 bills, spread on a surface, showcasing Canadian currency and financial themes.
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  • Indigenous guides on Manitoulin Island are providing an in-depth look at the impacts of residential schools

    As the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation is almost here, a tourism agency in northern Ontario is highlighting a series of guided walks that...
    Colorful outdoor art tour in Toronto's park with diverse group, nature backdrop and wooden sculptures.
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