Toronto

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Toronto is the capital city of the province of Ontario and the most populous city in Canada. Located on the northwestern shore of Lake Ontario, it serves as a major hub for finance, arts, culture, and international trade. Toronto has a population of approximately 2.9 million people, with the Greater Toronto Area (GTA) home to over 6 million. The city is known for its diverse population, with over half of its residents being immigrants, making it one of the most multicultural cities in the world. The city’s official motto is "Diversity Our Strength," reflecting this global demographic.

Toronto's economy is the largest in Canada, driven by industries such as finance, technology, media, and film production. It is home to the Toronto Stock Exchange, one of the largest stock exchanges in the world by market capitalization. The city also hosts the headquarters of Canada's major banks and many multinational corporations. In addition to its business sectors, Toronto has a thriving arts and entertainment scene, with notable institutions like the Royal Ontario Museum, the Art Gallery of Ontario, and the Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF), which is one of the largest publicly attended film festivals globally.

Sports play a major role in the city's culture. Toronto is home to major professional teams, including the Toronto Maple Leafs (NHL), Toronto Raptors (NBA), Toronto Blue Jays (MLB), and Toronto FC (MLS). The city’s large parks system, including High Park and the Toronto Islands, provides residents and visitors with extensive green spaces and recreational activities.

Toronto's transportation network includes the Toronto Transit Commission (TTC), which operates buses, streetcars, and subways. Pearson International Airport is the busiest in Canada, handling over 50 million passengers annually. The city's architecture features a mix of historic buildings and modern skyscrapers, with the CN Tower, once the tallest freestanding structure in the world, serving as a prominent landmark.