The Metropolitan Community Church of Toronto is a part of the Metropolitan Community Church movement that welcomes people from all walks of life. Located in Toronto, Ontario, the church is now the among its congregation in terms of membership and has brought about reforms in favor of same sex marriages in the state. The church was founded in 1973 and has since advocated itself in favor of gay rights, adopting a modern outlook and being involved in community welfare.
Established in 1879 as a private garden on a farmstead, the Kew Gardens is now a major landmark and recreation spot in the neighborhood. Featuring facilities like ball diamond, pool, tennis court and seasonal rink, the Kew Garden makes for a fun outing where the entire family can enjoy and relax. During summers, it doubles up as an event venue for the annual Beaches International Jazz Festival.
Known for its magnificent architecture, the BAPS Shri Swaminarayan Mandir at Toronto is a masterpiece in itself. A Hindu worship place, this temple was built over 18 months and encompasses a large area of 18 acres (7.28 hectares). Located in close proximity to Etobicoke, its open throughout the year, for worship and visits alike. Displaying a royal sense of architecture, it makes use of 24,000 pieces of hand-carved marble, Indian pink stone and Turkish limestone. Open for visits throughout the day, the temple also boasts of a haveli, or a cultural center, along with a Hindu heritage museum. Dedicated to Bhagwan Swaminarayan, the temple has a beautiful idol, that is centrally located in the building. Worship prayers, traditional rituals and devotional rites are conducted at the temple on a routine basis.
Geary Lane is a bi-level film studio as well as a versatile space. Set in an old recording studio, it is spread across 278.71 square meters (3000 square feet) and can be transformed according to the event held. It is used for photography, workshops, theater, screenings, film productions, fundraisers, exhibits and concerts.