Toronto’s story begins long before skyscrapers and streetcars—with the Indigenous peoples who cared for this land for thousands of years. Their deep knowledge and connection to nature laid the foundation for everything this city would become.

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In the late 1700s, British settlers arrived and established the town of York. Through decades of growth, struggle, and change, it evolved into what we now know as Toronto—officially adopting the name in 1834, from the Mohawk word meaning “where trees stand in water.” A tribute to the original stewards of this land.

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From humble beginnings, Toronto has grown into a global city. It’s a place where cultures collide, stories unfold, and creativity thrives. From its vibrant neighborhoods to its soaring skyline, Toronto is constantly reinventing itself—yet it never forgets where it came from.

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This is a city of resilience, diversity, and unstoppable energy.

This is Toronto.