April 7th, 2016 · Comments Off on ARTS: Bringing art to the people
Transforming neighbourhoods into open air galleries

Artist Jorge Molina poses on Walmer Road with some of his work. He is installing 416 canvases on utility poles throughout the city as part of his 416 Project.
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February 2nd, 2016 · Comments Off on City seeking street greening opportunities
Harbord Village plan targets laneways, parkettes

In-ground pinchpoint planters, like the one on Robert Street shown above, act as a curb extension, provide an immovable barrier that discourages drivers from making illegal manoeuvres, and are not subject to the graffiti found on their above-ground counterparts.
COURTESY SUSAN DEXTER
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August 19th, 2012 · 1 Comment
Despite the rain, roughly twenty artists came out to beautify the alley behind Ossington Avenue between Queen and Humbert streets. From Thursday Aug. 9 to Sunday Aug. 12, volunteers painted murals in the laneway, giving it a much-needed makeover. Read more
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November 19th, 2010 · Comments Off on Façade facelift: Lee’s Palace iconic mural is back

Al Runt stares down one of his monster creations. Beth Macdonell/Gleaner News
By Beth Macdonell
In 1987, Al Runt was working behind the bar at Lee’s Palace (529 Bloor St. W.). He was let go for drinking on the job, but the owner, “Mr. Lee,” noticed Runt was a talented painter. Read more
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