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This week on The Next Take Podcast, Canadian hosts Mikel and Tanyka take a deep dive into why so many people seem to be avoiding Toronto and what this means for the city’s future. They also break down the California Governor’s bold plan to file a major lawsuit and explore the dramatic case of a paralegal who was sentenced to jail for theft.

In 2025, reports and surveys raised questions about why some people were choosing to avoid Toronto or reconsider trips into the city. Concerns surrounding traffic congestion, road construction, affordability, and major upcoming events such as the 2026 FIFA World Cup contributed to the conversation. Survey data showed that some Canadian and U.S. travellers said they were likely to avoid Toronto because it would be a World Cup host city. At the same time, Toronto residents continued to identify transportation, housing affordability, and congestion as major concerns. However, the bigger picture tells a different story: Toronto remained a major tourism destination. The city ultimately welcomed a record 28.2 million visitors in 2025, showing that while certain travellers may have had reasons to stay away, Toronto as a whole continued to attract millions of visitors. (via Source: Destination Toronto - Destination Toronto – 2025 Visitor Results )

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