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🌦️ There’s No Such Thing as Bad Weather – Walking & Hiking Group 🚶♂️🚶♀️
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Weather Warriors welcome!
This is not your typical walking/Hiking group — and that’s very much on purpose. This group is for people who love being outside, who enjoy walking in all seasons, and who understand that weather isn’t something we wait out — it’s something we walk with. Rain, snow, wind, heat, grey skies, sunshine… this is Toronto, and this is the experience. We are weather warriors 🌬️☔❄️🌞 — we show up prepared, adaptable, and ready to move.
Toronto is one of the greenest cities in the world, filled with ravines, neighbourhood routes, parks, trails, and hidden gems. This group will explore 50+ walking and hiking routes across the city, always transit-accessible, always grounded in connection, movement, and shared experience.
Our walks are on the leisure side — not too slow, not too fast — designed for people who want to move their bodies and talk while doing it. This is a social walking group. By the end of a walk, the hope is that you’ve met someone new, shared a conversation, or simply enjoyed being part of a group moving together.
Here’s what makes us different 👇
We don’t cancel walks just because of the weather. Other groups do — we don’t. Walks go ahead rain or shine. Sometimes routes may be adjusted, shortened, or adapted based on conditions, but the expectation is simple: when you sign up, we’re going.
That means this group is best suited for people who:
🌤️ Check the weather before they RSVP
🧥 Know what conditions they’re comfortable walking in
☂️ Dress for the forecast (boots, umbrellas, layers — all welcome)
🧠 Take ownership of their decision to attend
🤝 Understand that an RSVP is a commitment to the group
You are always welcome to:
– Join the group and attend only the walks that suit you
– Decide on the day and show up without RSVPing
– RSVP later once you’re confident the weather meets your needs
What doesn’t work here is signing up in advance and cancelling last-minute because the weather wasn’t what you expected. When people RSVP, others plan around that — routes, pacing, safety, and the shared sense of “we’re doing this together.” That follow-through matters in this group.
Extreme or unsafe conditions (severe cold, extreme heat, dangerous wind) will always be an organizer call. This isn’t about being reckless — it’s about being prepared, realistic, and grounded.
Above all, this is a friendly, respectful, easy-going community. Everyone is welcome. Everyone is treated with care. We also respect boundaries: no unsolicited messages, no pressure, no assumptions. Connection happens naturally, on the walk.
If you’re looking for a walking group that embraces the seasons, values commitment, and believes that showing up — in life and in weather — is kind of the point… you’re in the right place 🌲👣
Upcoming events
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- CA$5.00
✨🌙 EXPLORE LUMIÈRE: THE ART OF LIGHT 🌙✨
Princes' Gates, 11 Princes' Blvd, Toronto, ON, CA✨🌙 EXPLORE LUMIÈRE: THE ART OF LIGHT 🌙✨
An Outdoor Night Walk of Light, Art & Waterfront Vibes
Let’s go chase some light.Join us for Lumière: The Art of Light (formerly the Winter Light Exhibition) in its beautiful new home at Trillium Park.
This free outdoor exhibition transforms the park into an illuminated art experience, featuring works by Ontario artists who use light, innovation, and creativity to reimagine public space. This year’s curatorial theme is “Renewal” — celebrating the shift from winter into spring, longer days, and that subtle feeling that something new is beginning.
There’s something magical about walking by the water at night, surrounded by glowing installations and good company. It’s reflective. It’s playful. It’s very Toronto.👉 Don’t forget to join our WhatsApp group – CLICK HERE!
***🌉 The Plan
We’ll meet at the iconic Princes' Gates, then walk together over to Trillium Park.
We’ll spend about an hour exploring the installations at a relaxed pace — taking photos, chatting, and soaking it in.
Afterward, we’ll continue the evening with food and drinks by the waterfront. Most likely we’ll head to Shoeless Joe's Sports Grill along Queens Quay. We’ll hop on the TTC streetcar for a few stops to get there.
Art first. Social second. Best of both worlds.***
🧥 What to BringThis is an outdoor nighttime event — please dress properly.
- Warm coat
- Hat & gloves
- Warm boots or sturdy shoes
- Something warm to drink
Comfort = enjoyment.
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🧢 Meetup Details
📍 Meetup Location: In front of the Princes’ Gates
🫎 I’ll be wearing my Moose Hat
⏰ Meetup Time: 7:45 PM
❗ I will only wait 10 minutes
Please arrive on time so we can walk over together.***
💰 CostExplore Lumière: FREE 🎉
🎟️ Meetup Fee: $5 cash in person or e-transfer to
📧 **mathewmaclean@hotmail.com**
This fee helps support the group and allows us to keep hosting events like this. Thank you for supporting community! 💖***
🌈 Who Is This For?This group is open to anyone who wants to be social and make friends — whether single or not.
We also host:
🎬 Movies
🚶 Walks & hikes
🎭 Arts & culture outings
🍽️ Restaurant gatheringsYou’re always welcome. And remember — you can just show up on the day if you’re unsure about your schedule.
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⏳ Leaving Time
You’re free to head out at any time — after the lights, after dinner, whenever works for you.***
⚠️ A Gentle Reminder
Sometimes circumstances change and events may need to be canceled — please keep an eye on updates.***
👤 Organizer: Mathew
Questions? Post on the event wall or email
📧 torontomoviesandoutings@hotmail.comCome for the glow.
Stay for the waterfront energy.
Leave feeling like you stepped into a little pocket of light in the middle of the city.
Winter fades.
Spring hints.
And Toronto lights up. ✨17 attendees - CA$5.00
🌳☕ ST. CLAIR WEST VILLAGE WALK, WYCHWOOD PARK & COFFEE ☕🌳
McDonald's, 11 St Clair Ave E, Toronto, ON, CA🌳☕ ST. CLAIR WEST VILLAGE WALK, WYCHWOOD PARK & COFFEE ☕🌳
Hidden Streets, Storybook Homes & A Cozy Café Finish
Some parts of Toronto feel like you’ve accidentally stepped into another world.Join us for a relaxed social walk through St. Clair West, leading into the quietly tucked-away and exclusive Wychwood Park — one of the city’s most unique residential enclaves.
Wychwood Park is private, residential, and unlike anywhere else in Toronto. The homes are all architecturally distinct — no cookie-cutter builds here — and living there involves a waiting list, a board approval process, and community guidelines that preserve its character. It feels almost village-like… peaceful, artistic, and slightly secret.
This is not a formal historical tour.
It’s a social walk with beautiful surroundings and good conversation.👉 Don’t forget to join our WhatsApp group – CLICK HERE!
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🚶♂️ What We’ll Do
We’ll begin by walking west along St. Clair, enjoying the neighbourhood energy before heading into Wychwood Park for a gentle wander through its winding streets.
Afterward, we’ll make a short stop at Artscape Wychwood Barns to peek into the market space, next we make a quick stop at Mr. Binz where everything starts at $25 and after we will head to Bakery Garden Cafe for a warm drink and time to sit, chat, and connect.
Sometimes the best part of the walk is the pause at the end. ☕
We’ll eventually make our way back toward St. Clair Subway Station.
You’re welcome to leave at any time.***
❄️ Weather & Expectations
Please do not sign up if you’re not ready to walk in real winter conditions. This event will happen in snow, cold, or typical Toronto winter weather.
The only exception: if temperatures reach -20°C, the event will be canceled.
Bundle up. Dress properly. This is a winter walk.
Also — this is NOT a historical tour. I’ll share context casually, but the focus is social connection and enjoying the neighbourhood.***
🧢 Meetup Details
📍 Meetup Location: Outside the station by McDonald’s
🫎 I’ll be wearing my Moose Hat
⏰ Meetup Time: 11:00 AM
I will only wait 5 minutes.
Early is on time.On time is late.
We will leave promptly, and I won’t be able to spend time trying to track people down — thank you for respecting everyone’s time.***
🎟️ Meetup Fee: $5 cash in person or e-transfer to
📧 **mathewmaclean@hotmail.com**
This fee helps support the group and allows us to keep hosting events like this. Thank you for supporting community! 💖***
🎒 What to Bring
- Water or a warm drink
- Good walking shoes
- A small snack
- Warm clothing (boots, hat, gloves — layers!)
- Mask (if you prefer for indoor stops)
Please also use the washroom before arriving, as stops are limited.
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📚 Learn More
Interested in reading more about Wychwood Park before we go Click Here?🌈 Who Is This For?
This group is open to anyone who wants to be social and make friends — whether single or not.We also host:
🎬 Movies
🚶 Walks & hikes
🎭 Arts & culture outings
🍽️ Restaurant gatherings
There’s always something happening.***
REMEMBER: You’re welcome to just show up on the day if you’re unsure about your schedule.
And as always, sometimes plans shift and events may need to be canceled — please keep an eye on updates.
***👤 Organizer: Mathew
Questions? Post on the event wall or email
📧 torontomoviesandoutings@hotmail.comCome for the hidden streets. Stay for the cozy coffee.
Leave feeling like you discovered a pocket of the city most people never see.
There’s something special about wandering somewhere that feels quietly exclusive — especially when you’re not wandering alone. 🌳✨20 attendees - CA$5.00
🥖🏛️ ST. LAWRENCE MARKET WALK & LUNCH 🏛️🥖
Broadview Subway Station, 769 Broadview Avenue, TORONTO, on, CA🥖🏛️ ST. LAWRENCE MARKET WALK & LUNCH 🏛️🥖
History, Hallways & Some of the Best Food in CanadaIf you want to understand Toronto, you don’t start with the skyline.
You start with St. Lawrence Market.Widely considered one of the most beloved markets in Canada, St. Lawrence Market isn’t just a place to grab lunch — it’s woven into the foundation of the city itself. The original market dates back to the early 1800s and was one of the first public gathering spaces in what would become Toronto. Markets were where the city happened — where food was sold, announcements were made, and community life unfolded.
Fun fact? The building complex has worn many hats over the years. The area once housed Toronto’s first City Hall — and yes, even a jail. Imagine that: politicians upstairs, prisoners downstairs, and fresh produce somewhere in between. Only in early Toronto.Today, it remains one of the most celebrated food markets in the country — a place where old-school butchers, fishmongers, bakers, cheesemakers, and global food vendors operate side by side. It’s lively, layered, and delicious.
And we’re going to experience it together.
👉 Don’t forget to join our WhatsApp group – CLICK HERE!***
🚶♂️ The Walk There
We’ll begin at the subway station and walk down Broadview, making our way along Queen East, over to King, and eventually down to Front Street.
It’s a relaxed urban walk — a chance to chat, stretch our legs, and build a little anticipation before the feast.
Please only sign up if you’re comfortable walking in rain or colder weather. This event runs unless conditions are extreme.***
🥟 The Food Plan
Once we arrive, we’ll explore both the café area and the main food market.
Expect options like:
🥪 Peameal bacon sandwiches
🧀 Local Ontario cheeses
🥐 Fresh pastries
🦞 Seafood counters
🌮 International eats
🍁 Maple treatsDon’t forget to bring some cash — a few vendors are still old-school and cash-only.
The plan: grab whatever calls your name and then find a table to sit and eat together. No pressure, no fixed menu — just good food and good company.***
🧢 Meetup Details
📍 Meetup Location: Right outside the subway station
🫎 I’ll be wearing my Moose Hat
⏰ Meetup Time: 11:00 AM
❗ We will only wait 5 minutesEnd Stop: Front & Lower Jarvis
You’re welcome to leave at any time.***
🎟️ Meetup Fee: $5 cash in person or e-transfer to
📧 **mathewmaclean@hotmail.com**
This fee helps support the group and allows us to keep hosting events like this. Thank you for supporting community! 💖***
🌈 Who Is This For?
This group is open to anyone who wants to be social and make friends — whether single or not.We also host:
🎬 Movies
🚶 Walks & hikes
🎭 Arts & culture outings
🍽️ Restaurant gatherings
There’s always something happening.
And remember — you can just show up on the day if you’re unsure about your schedule.***
⚠️ A Gentle Reminder
Sometimes life happens and plans shift — please keep an eye out for updates in case of cancellation.***
👤 Organizer: Mathew
Questions? Post on the event wall or email
📧 torontomoviesandoutings@hotmail.comCome for the history.
Stay for the food.
Leave understanding Toronto just a little bit better — and probably carrying a pastry for later.
There’s something magical about eating in a place where the city has been gathering for over 200 years.
Let’s go taste it. 🥖✨27 attendees - CA$5.00
🍪👑 ULTIMATE COOKIE CRAWL: TORONTO’S SWEETEST SHOWDOWN 👑🍪
Bakery Pompette, 655 College, Toronto, ON, CA🍪👑 ULTIMATE COOKIE CRAWL: TORONTO’S SWEETEST SHOWDOWN 👑🍪
We’re Finding the Best Cookie in the City. For Research. Obviously.I’ve done the hard work (you’re welcome) and curated some of the top cookie spots and bakeries in Toronto so we can settle the ultimate question:
Who makes the best cookie in the city?
Is it gooey and underbaked?
Crisp and golden?
Thick and dramatic?Stuffed, dipped, or classic chocolate chip perfection?
Join me for a sugar-fueled city walk as we explore some of Toronto’s most talked-about cookie destinations. And no — you don’t have to love cookies to join. You don’t even have to order one. You can simply come for the walk, the social energy, and the joy of watching the rest of us debate texture like it’s a competitive sport.👉 Don’t forget to join our WhatsApp group – CLICK HERE!
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🍪 The Cookie Lineup
Here’s where we’re heading:
• Bakery Pompette (Meetup Spot)
• The Night Baker
• Andrea’s Cookies
• Dear Grain
• Midnight Cookie
• Crumbl Cookies
• The Well – including Big Fat Cookies
Yes. We’re committed.Lunch will be at the food court at The Well — because after multiple cookie stops, you may decide you need something… not round and sweet.
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🚶♂️ The Walk
This will likely be a 2-hour walk (possibly longer depending on lines and cookie enthusiasm levels).
We’ll move at a steady pace, but please be comfortable walking and standing in line. You’re always welcome to leave at any time if you need to peel off early.
This is part food crawl, part city walk, part social adventure.***
💰 Important Notes
Members are responsible for purchasing their own cookies.
Many cookies are large — sharing is encouraged! Split with a new friend. Build community through butter and sugar.
Bring cash, as some spots may prefer it.***
🧢 Meetup Details
📍 Meetup Location: Outside The Night Baker
🫎 I’ll be wearing my Moose Hat
⏰ Meetup Time: 1:00 PM
❗ I will only wait 5 minutesEnd Point: The Well
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👟 What to Bring
• Water
• Good walking shoes
• Weather-appropriate clothing
• Possibly a snack (if you want something non-sweet along the way)
Comfort is key — this is a marathon, not a sprint.***
🎟️ Meetup Fee: $5 cash in person or e-transfer to
📧 **mathewmaclean@hotmail.com**
This fee helps support the group and allows us to keep hosting events like this. Thank you for supporting community! 💖***
🌈 Who Is This For?
This group is open to anyone who wants to be social and make friends — whether single or not.
We also host:
🎬 Movies
🚶 Walks & hikes
🎭 Arts & culture outings
🍽️ Restaurant socials
But today? Today is about cookies.***
⚠️ A Gentle Reminder
Sometimes life happens and plans may shift — please keep an eye out for updates.***
👤 Organizer: Mathew
Questions? Post on the event wall or email
📧 torontomoviesandoutings@hotmail.comCome for the cookies.
Stay for the debates.
Leave with a favourite — and possibly crumbs in your pocket.
Toronto has opinions about everything.
Let’s see who earns the cookie crown. 🍪✨1 attendee
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