Toronto Star Archives

Happy New Year! This will sadly be my last post on the starchives. Don’t worry, this account will continue to post but I'm moving on.
I started running this account more than 5 years ago as a passion project and I’m so proud of all I’ve been able to share here. I loved digging up the photos and stories I've shared but my favourite part was when followers recognized family, friends or themselves. The stories from the people in these photos; they are what make Toronto great.
These are a few of my favourite photos from over the years. It’s been a joy sharing Toronto history with you! ❤️

For decades, George Pimentel has been a fixture at TIFF, capturing the A-list in their most authentic moments. Now, in a special partnership with the Toronto Star, he has selected 50 of his most compelling images for this exclusive, limited-edition collection.
Each photograph is signed and authenticated by the photographer. With only 10 of each available, once they’re gone, they’re gone. Link in bio to check them out.

These fans waited outside Maple Leaf Gardens to get tickets to see The Beatles for up to $5.50 per ticket back in 1964. To put that in perspective the cost of that ticket with inflation would be roughly $50 today. Let that sink in.

📷: Norman James, 1965.

Who remembers the iconic Team Canada bucket hats from the Sydney 2000 Summer Olympics? The khakis were also ... a choice.

📷: Bernard Weil/Wendy Longlade