hi toronto!

one of my resolutions for 2010 was to cook more new recipes at home, so i was wondering what your favourite ethnic grocery store/market/whatev was. specialty ingredient markets are great too (like the cheese boutique) basically i love discovering new places to shop for cool foods, so hit me with whatever you've got!

22:41 @ellebannana really? i still have to still avatar lol boyfriend says we're the only ones in the world who haven't seen it #

22:42 @CathCamille phyllo dough isn't that bad to work with. it's just very delicate #

22:44 i need a job fast just got a letter from dept of labor for my 20 week ext filing info #

22:47 @ellebannana i thought it was pretty good but sad at the same time #

22:47 :RT: @cheektochic: @temptalia Heres the story! RT @iftheshoefits: H&M's response to NYT story: tinyurl.com/yzkyott #

22:50 RT @Ambonee: Anyone have a good recipe for a lip scrub >> sugar + jojoba oil! or i just use a dry towel after showering #

23:00 RT @iheartquotes We do not remember days, we remember moments.~Cesare Pavese #

23:07 watching chelsea lately && finished my yankee swap christmas present shopping today #

23:24 lol "you have to be nice when you're that stupid" - chelesa handler #

03:23 why can't i sleep needs to get a normal sleep schedule #

13:09 on the phone with jobpro i'm desparate #

13:09 “Waste your money and you’re only out of money, but waste your time and you’ve lost a part of your life.” Michael Leboeuf #

13:11 @ladyjaynie don't worry we'll save you a plate :) you won't have to miss out on anything #

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My original post is here: http://community.livejournal.com/toronto/8577866.html
tldr: I joined Extreme Fitness, heard millions of bad things about them from everybody, saw they have an F rating on the BBB, and consulted with the community. The replies made up my mind to cancel, and I did so the day after that post.

The manager swore up and down I would get my refund within 15 days (the cancellation paper corroborated this). It's now been closer to 3 weeks, and of course I've received nothing. I phoned to inquire about it, and after first insisting they had no record of me, the guy told me it was probably because I had paid it all upfront. (Really? Why would this delay my refund, and if it actually did, why wouldn't they tell me that upfront?) Anyway, he offered no help at all and told me to call back next week.

I had such a terrible feeling about this, and now all of my fears are coming true. That's $300 on my credit card that I can't afford interest on, and feel I shouldn't have to pay interest at all, because I was PROMISED that refund, and am legally entitled to it.

I have no idea who to go to about this, but I know a lottt of people have had trouble with this company. Where do I go? Who do I talk to? I really don't want them to get away with this, it's complete bs.

Edit: Okay, here's another fun part. When I cancelled, they issued me some paperwork, which I didn't really bother to look over at the time because I was so relieved. When I got home, I noticed it said the refund amount was what I had paid WITHOUT TAX (so about $40 short of what I actually paid). I called to ask about this and the manager very convincingly assured me they would refund the tax as well. I realize now this is bs, and am kicking myself for not pushing the issue further. So basically, if I try to resolve this through Visa, the only paperwork I have states I'm owed an amount $40 less from what I actually am. And I know, it's only $40, but at this point it's largely about principle. Is there anybody else I can contact regarding these sort of unethical business practices?

Hi guys.

Is it legal to rollerskate or rollerblade in downtown Toronto (on the sidewalk, in parks)?

Do you know of any preferred roller locations in downtown? Indoor or outdoor is great.

I looked at the tags & found nothing.

Hi guys, I have some nice glasses frames and want to get them fitted with my perscription lens with these guys: http://www.opticcreations.com/locations.html

They're pretty cheap - has anyone had any experiences with them?

Hi folks,

I need a t-shirt made with my logo on it within one day. Any suggestions downtown? As close to TTC as possible would be ideal.

Thanks for your help!

Ok, this community has come through for me every time I've had a question in the past, but this time I present a real challenge: a friend of mine is celebrating their birthday this Sunday, the 10th. I need suggestions for interesting things to do, but this is a very difficult task because of all the restrictions involved. It can't be a lounge, because the person does not drink alcohol. It can't be an outdoor activity because of the cold. No bars or strip clubs. They aren't really into the club idea because it's not special. There aren't any interesting shows or concerts that night. Can you guys think of anything cool to do on Sunday, both during the day and the evening? I've been trying to think outside the box, and so far haven't really come up with anything. Please help!

I am looking to buy a January 2010 Metropass. Mine STUPIDLY slipped out of my pocket on Tuesday, must have been in the Dundas streetcar headed east. I cannot afford to eat if i pay ttc by tokens/ cash this month...

I've searched craigslist, asked my friends, nothing. There must be someone out there who can afford to part with theirs this month...

I would greatly appreciate it if anybody has any leads. Come on Toronto!


Thank you.


Jiuna

I am desperately (term used loosely) trying to find the red Vancouver 2010 mitts but have come up short. I've searched numerous Bay stores but they all say they were sold out eons ago.

Would anyone know where I would be able to find a pair in the GTA? I don't want to resort to eBay or buying online.

Thanks!

dearest font of knowledge:
I know this isn't super Toronto-specific, but it is a fairly specific question I can't seem to find answers for so far. We're currently subletting one of the rooms we have in our townhouse, and our subletter has asked for rent receipts, which I'll be giving her (since she pays her rent to me directly, and I pay the townhouse corporation). The question is, when I'm claiming rent on my taxes, do I fill out something for income rec'd from the subletter, as well as what I pay rent for?

I have done some google-fu ing to no avail, I'm anxious to know how we do this in Toronto. :-)

Thanks in advance for your help!!

Hello there! Unfortunately my ex-voice coach back in Ottawa finds the commute here just a little long, haha...so can anyone recommend me a person/place I can go for voice lessons (singing)?

I'm looking for a place to go that has similar benefits as I had in Ottawa...workshops beyond the lessons, performance opportunities, etc. I've done some googling and found some, but I'd love input from people here if you know of somewhere really great.

Bonus points if it's close to Yonge and Davisville, or Union station.

I'm trying to get an idea of how long it would take to travel from the Markham/Ellesmere area of Scarborough to Langstaff/Dufferin in Vaughn (and back) during rush hour.

I checked Mapquest and they're advising 401 west to the 404, north to Highway 7 then west to Langstaff with a time of 25 minutes - does anyone travel this route that might be able to give me an idea of how long it actually takes? (or alternate routes other than the 407)

As always, thanks in advance for any assistance offered.

so urban outfitters stinks and they don't have 110 film. halp!

do i seriously need to order online?!

Hello again people,

I need to have some official documents translated and notarized, and am wondering if anybody could point me in the right direction. I've e-mailed Costi Language Services, but so far have only received word that they'd get back to me within 1 business day - and this was some days ago. I've also contacted translationservices.ca but have yet to hear from them.

If anybody knows of a good translation services office in Toronto, or has had unpleasant experiences with one, please let me know. Thank you!

People, who experience low back pain due to prolonged sitting in front of the computer. Can you recommend any good back support? Putting aside Shoppers Drug Mart, are there any good places with selection of these things?

Yes? Hi! We were looking for the winter boots in the Toronto stores that have the velcro close ups and not the zippers, the strings or the pokemon. Did someone see them anywhere? Sometimes the duck tape gets to expensive with all the salt that takes away the sticky.

I've just started watching Glee and am in love with Emma Pillsbury's wardrobe, specifically the sweater clips that she wears.

So.. where in Toronto can I find sweater clips?

For those who don't know what I'm talking about - http://static.tvfanatic.com/images/gallery/emma-pillsbury-picture.jpg I believe that the wardrobes in Mad Men feature them as well...

I'm not looking for anything identical to what she has, just sweater clips in general.

I drive, I work in Toronto and live in Mississauga, I don't care where they are :)

TIA!

I am looking for Season 3 of Gilmore Girls at a reasonable price (not the $60 HMV wants for a 8 year old show). Any suggestions, aside from torrent sites and The Beat Goes On?

22:38 watched fighting story line was ok but channing is yum #

22:57 @CathCamille I'm sure you don't have 2 lose that much weight! bit.ly/7drAWS > i'm gonna get this to help w/ my weight lost goal #

01:04 @temptalia i can't wait to see the look! that color is beyond gorgeous!! #

13:52 no power at my house they are fixing the transformers going over to jans #

14:33 “Ideas can be life-changing. Sometimes all you need to open the door is just one more good idea.” Jim Rohn #

14:43 looking for snowboarding gear since we going next week #

15:56 trying to clean jan's room w/ the swiffer wetjet me thinks his room could use a healthy dose of bleach #

16:29 @Shadeuce what are you making? #

17:38 @CathCamille that would be so great! thank you so much :D #

17:42 so excited bc @CathCamille is the best. now i don't have to spend tons of $ that I already don't have for snowboarding stuff I couldn't rent #

18:29 @CathCamille I'm a size 7 do you have to use special boots or can they be any kind? #

19:09 i'm so cold && i just ate some vanilla ice cream #

19:10 @CathCamille okay thanks again you're a life saver :) #

21:52 @Shadeuce eggs rolls & fried dough :) #

21:54 just watched this movie called moon #

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