About Toronto

Welcome to Canada’s largest and most diverse urban centre.

A region with over 100 distinct neighbourhoods, the Greater Toronto Area (GTA) is a modern multicultural urban centre with something for everyone. Year round, the GTA offers a unique mix of historical attractions, seasonal celebrations, family fun and a safe, walkable downtown core.  

Canada’s most cosmopolitan city 45% of Toronto’s population are members of a visible minority 49% of the people residing in Toronto were born outside of Canada

Outstanding public transportation

Ride public transit directly to Toronto Pearson. Learn more about the Toronto Transit Commission.
GO Transit is a regional commuter train and bus service offering safe, comfortable travel throughout Southern Ontario. Learn more at http://www.gotransit.com/. 

Easy access to other regional centers

Toronto Pearson is located within a day’s drive of many U.S. cities, including Detroit, Buffalo, Boston, New York City and more. Citywide and regional train service is also available to destinations within Canada and the U.S.

2015 Pan Am Games

In 2010, Toronto was chosen to host the 17th annual Pan Am and ParaPan Games. This world-class sporting event is expected to bring more than 250,000 visitors to Toronto to watch elite athletes from more than 40 countries go for the gold. We hope you’ll join us in welcoming the world. 

Toronto Tourism Links

Here are some handy links to information about the Greater Toronto Area: See Toronto Now   Toronto Escapes   City of Toronto  Toronto.com  Tourism Toronto  Invest Toronto  Greater Toronto Marketing Alliance  Mississauga Board of Trade  Toronto Board of Trade  Brampton Board of Trade  Ontario Chamber of Commerce  Canadian Chamber of Commerce  Greater Toronto Civic Action Alliance  Smart Commute