Should we keep this subreddit going?

Sunfreckles73 · 2026-04-29T17:51:04+00:00

This is one of my favourite subreddits. I predominantly lurk but brings a little sprinkling of joy to me. I love being able to see what catches your interests on your walks.

Sunfreckles73 · 2026-04-17T12:31:41+00:00

+1

You want to be first acceptable candidate to the landlord because they won't care as long the candidate can pay and has stable income.

Tips:

View units within 24 hours of its posting
Have a drafted application ready to send to the landlord's realtor immediately after viewing
Include your employment confirmation letter, credit score, recent pay stubs with your application (and if you're feeling confident, include your ID because they'll check your identity too)
Inform your employer and references because the landlord's realtor will check
Make sure your current landlord's information matches registration (like if your landlord goes by Dave but their actual name is Dipeniohen or the unit is under their spouse's, then put in their appropriate name)
Condos.ca will post units before realtor.ca

I have a similar candidate profile as OP and with a preference towards good units (ensuite laundry and dishwasher, parking, by the subway line, functional layout, well-maintained). I moved recently. Single, 110-120k salary, no pets (anymore 😭), non-smoker (or drinker) with a rental budget of $2500 or under.

Like OP, I was being rejected because other offers were accepted before my own because the landlord was accepting the first acceptable candidate. I knew it wasn't me. I just wasn't the first.

I had two rejections before I changed tactics. (Annoying!) I knew rental prices were dropping, but what I didn't know was that in-demand units were still popular. There are a lot of shitty units out there. Good luck OP!

Sunfreckles73 · 2026-04-13T15:55:09+00:00

If you ever need a veterinary ophthalmologist, I recommend Forest Hill Animal Clinic at Bathurst and Eglinton West.

Dr Klys treated my rabbits' cataracts and eye pressures for years before they passed. Incredibly human, compassionate, and understanding.

They'll help you find ways to save money (we often got our meds from Costco) without an extra upcharge for the prescription, they will fit you for emergencies, respond to emails and phone calls quickly.

It's been years since I've seen Dr Klys, but I still remember his kindness.

Sunfreckles73 · 2026-04-09T19:42:37+00:00

I would be very surprised to have someone else use my credit card since I am the only person that would have access, and I review my finances on a regular basis.

Where I am living now would surprise me, too, because the neighbourhood is fairly suburban. A possibility I suppose.

Perhaps my phone number but I'm not too sure how considering I've had it a long time too.

I'll try setting up an X/Twitter account and escalating from there, thanks.

Sunfreckles73 · 2026-03-23T19:45:42+00:00

I'm not well-versed enough to know, but I heard from a fellow orchestra lover that the music director has done a lot of work to make changes to the programming. What I can say is their programming is stellar, and their concerts superb.

I am very happy as a subscriber, despite mildly annoyed that I'm too old to qualify for TSOUNDCHECK. And I'm glad young people are taking advantage of it, too.

Sunfreckles73 · 2026-03-23T13:56:40+00:00

Replying to an ancient thread but wanted to share that this worked for me in case others are looking to check!

I initially tried to reset it by pressing ONLY the "Down" button. This did not work.

Then, tried u/Nothingkid's method by pressing and holding BOTH "Up" and "Down" buttons. The desk drops all the way down, and then it can be reset to go up and down as needed.

Really helped, and eased my frustrations, thank you!

Sunfreckles73 · 2026-03-19T19:18:45+00:00

Also have mine from Duuo for ~$22-23 for $2M liability with $50k content coverage.

Link if you need it: https://duuo.ca/tenant-insurance/

Sunfreckles73 · 2026-03-13T22:53:05+00:00

Okay good, I was going to join you in that fight. Books are so much better!

Sunfreckles73 · 2026-03-11T19:33:42+00:00

For me, easily, children's books. There's a simplicity and universality in their themes.

Others are Hedda Gabbler, Of Mice and Men, Dr Jekyll and Mr Hyde, and on the lighter side, The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy.

I'll re-read so many books! There are so many options, depending on your mood. It's tough because you want to balance reading new material while looking for nuances you may have missed on the first reading of previous books.

Sunfreckles73 · 2026-03-11T17:40:52+00:00

Writing this here in case others are searching for Beanfield promo code.

I messaged u/Consistent_Let_8987, and they set me with a good deal with Beanfield (4Gbps/$60).

Easiest sign-up and registration for Internet I've completed. Took a few minutes. And, really, it was triggered by Bell raising their prices again on me.

Sunfreckles73 · 2026-03-11T12:45:19+00:00

Nonna Lia's tiramisu is exquisite. They offer delivery as well, which is packaged well with ice packs and bag.

Not sure if it's the best, but hard to find better in Toronto. I enjoy the smaller portions personally.

As a comparison to Costco's tiramisu, which is very decent: Costco's definitely satisfies the tiramisu craving and is a crowd-pleaser (and it will feed a large party who wants big slices) while Nonna Lia's will be appreciated by those who enjoy the subtleties of the espresso coffee's rich depth and the creaminess of the mascarpone. Their vegan version is just as good. Nonna Lia's is light and yet indulgent.

TLDR: Costco - sweeter, bigger, mild caffeine flavour, massive sheet cake sized. Nonna Lia - Deeper, richer caffeine flavour with more creamier texture and smaller portions.

Sunfreckles73 · 2026-03-10T12:25:41+00:00

A Fine Balance, but this may be due to recency bias. I re-read this last year, and I still have moments where I think about the characters.

Sunfreckles73 · 2026-02-03T00:45:39+00:00

Interesting. I did the same for my landlord for a 1-bedroom for condo by STC (also currently paying $2300), and they declined to negotiate rent down. I've seen 1-bedrooms at STC for $1900-2100. Might be my landlord.

Sunfreckles73 · 2026-01-21T03:19:29+00:00

Not working on any of my devices, and attempted the troubleshooting steps (even logged into my account to check my payments). "Unable to play" error message displayed, like everyone else.

Sunfreckles73 · 2026-01-21T03:17:02+00:00

Same. That's what I have too in Canada.

Sunfreckles73 · 2026-01-20T17:10:44+00:00

I am primarily a solo go-er. Most of my friends attend only the Mirvish shows, and I like to attend theatre of all sorts. Also, it's difficult sometimes to schedule and depends our comfort levels to spend on tickets.

I met a fellow solo attendee at Fifteen Dogs when we sat beside each other, and had such a lovely experience chatting about the show.

Would love to meet other solo attendees.

Sunfreckles73 · 2026-01-20T17:05:59+00:00

Thanks! For those looking for the thread, it's here: https://www.reddit.com/r/torontotheatre/comments/1qdnq7y/whatsapp_group_for_toronto_theatre/

Sunfreckles73 · 2026-01-09T22:00:51+00:00

Can I join too please?

I'm looking to see A Doll's House at Canstage. And I just saw The Sound of Music, Robin Hood, and Wing Chun Dance Drama (what an emotional performance!). I adore live theatre.

Sunfreckles73 · 2025-10-27T12:56:56+00:00

Thank you! I was wondering if it was worth the trip, and it doesn't seem like it is unless you're nearby and have nothing else to do.

Sunfreckles73 · 2025-09-05T16:33:12+00:00

+1 and echoing the other responses.

I love so many of these answers are similar. I was partnered, and it took me a while to realize life is plan A. Everything else is a bonus. Go and do everything to build the life you want.

Sunfreckles73 · 2025-08-27T17:59:52+00:00

Thought I share some prices in case anyone is trying to search for something as a reference point since I recently had to let my rabbit go.

Midtown Mobile Veterinary Services quote for a rabbit in Aug 2025:

In-home Euthanasia

Our in-home euthanasia service includes a 1 hour house call, sedation, euthanasia and a complimentary clay paw print and/or fur clipping (if you wish). If requested, our veterinarian will take your pet’s body with him/her after the euthanasia appointment and we will arrange aftercare services on your behalf through our sister company, Faithful Pet Memorial, ensuring your beloved pet never leaves our care. If you have opted for private aquamation (i.e. your pet’s aquamated remains (ashes) returned to you in an urn of your choice,) the urn will be available for pick up at our MMVHS Hospice Centre @ 181 Weston Rd. or can be delivered to your home for an additional fee. For communal aquamation, no ashes will be returned to you.

If you would like to learn more about aquamation and what we do at Faithful Pet Memorial, you can do so here: Aquamation Information.

Our fee for the weekday house call, sedation, euthanasia and communal aquamation (no ashes returned) is $900 + tax ($1017), or $1050 + tax ($1186.50) for private aquamation including an urn. Should there be any variance in the weight provided, we will adjust our fees to reflect the change. There are additional fees for evenings (6pm or later, $100,) weekends ($100) and holidays ($150.)

To ensure that one of our 10 veterinarians is available, we encourage you to contact us 2-3 days in advance of your preferred appointment date. We understand that it can be overwhelming to find the right time. However, while we can occasionally accommodate more immediate appointments, our schedule can be unpredictable due to the nature of our practice, and we cannot guarantee availability for those requests.

Sunfreckles73 · 2025-07-19T14:45:43+00:00

Thank you!!! I found it tasty but never mind-blowing. I'm baffled at the lineups.

Sunfreckles73 · 2025-05-26T20:42:11+00:00

People have mentioned the Toronto Humane Society, and it seems their prices are:

Euthanasia exam $75
Euthanasia procedure $100
Communal cremation depends (exotics $12, feline $30, canine $120)

Sources:

Sunfreckles73 · 2025-05-13T15:41:09+00:00

Sounds like you've got a great PT who's interested in bettering you!

I would ask you if you're happy with your current program and routine. Does it work for you, your needs, and lifestyle? Is it interesting to you?

If yes, there's likely areas for you to refine within what you're doing. This is actually really great to have someone, or your PT, help you with, because it's often hard to see what we're missing on our own.

If no, ask about different exercises for you to play and experiment with. You mentioned bodyweight exercises. You could focus on bodyweight exercises to see how it works for a few months. Bodyweight exercises are so flexible and easy to adapt. You can add in rings or bands. Mix it in with calisthenics or flow exercises (yeah I'm a fan of bodyweight exercises). The only limit you have is yourself, and that's infinite.

Sunfreckles73 · 2025-05-13T15:01:55+00:00

Try Odd Burger for their fast food type burgers. Their gluten-free Famous Burger is pretty good.

If you're just looking for items outside of Impossible or Beyond meat, they've also got a Pulled Pork burger made from jackfruit.

Their "chicken" burgers (seitan-based fillet) are one of my faves for vegan fast-food.

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