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Little Italy's warmth doesn't suffer for its action

Kensington condenses culture in the heart of the city

Settling into Toronto’s centre

The birthplace of Toronto

Published: October 29, 2009 12:11 a.m.

Last modified: October 29, 2009 12:17 a.m.

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This lakeshore community, once a waterfront shanty-town, is cleaning itself up without diluting its small-town charm.

Although easily accessible on the Queen streetcar, this west-end neighbourhood feels more like a quiet East Coast town than a suburban outpost.

As the area has developed over the past few years, the main strip’s dollar stores and nail salons now share their waterfront acreage with a fair-trade coffee shop, fresh juice bar, upscale bistro and community arts centre.

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