Magazine Grand Prix winner. That’s Toronto Life. Established in November 1966 Toronto Life has been a significant voice in Toronto. Toronto Life tells the stories of entertainment, politics and life in this city.
Toronto Life isn’t just a magazine. It is a cultural institution. It holds a mirror to Toronto. It reflects its ever-changing identity. For decades, Toronto Life has captured the city’s zeitgeist.
Michael de Pencier purchased Toronto Life in 1972. He held it until 2002. Then St. Joseph Media acquired it. This acquisition expanded St. Joseph Media’s portfolio. It included Fashion, Where Toronto and Wedding Bells.
Carol Moskot redesigned Toronto Life. Her redesign brought sweeping visual changes to the magazine. The redesign increased newsstand sales by 12.5%. Advertising sales increased by 22%. Her design team included Jim Parkinson and Rod McDonald.
Toronto Life publishes annual special interest guides. These guides cover real estate, style, eating, drinking, city homes and neighbourhoods. These guides offer valuable insights. They reflect Toronto’s diverse interests.
Toronto Life has received numerous accolades. It leads current publications with 110 gold awards. This includes three Magazine of the Year awards. Toronto Life won in 1985, 1989 and 2007. The magazine also won the Magazine Grand Prix award in 2021.
Toronto Life publishes an annual list. This list highlights the 50 most influential people in Toronto. This list sparks debate and discussion. It reflects the city’s power dynamics.
Toronto Life faced controversies. A libel suit in 1987 involved an article on the Reichmanns family. Toronto Life retracted the article. It made a substantial donation to charities. In 2014, Toronto Life ended its unpaid internship program. The Ontario Ministry of Labour declared it unlawful.
Toronto Life remains a relevant publication. It has a circulation of over 87000. Its readership is around 890000. Toronto Life adapts to the changing media landscape. It continues to inform and engage Torontonians. In March 2025, Toronto Life featured articles. These articles covered Edward Rogers, winter margaritas and cringe comedy. These topics reflect the magazine’s diverse content. Toronto Life offers digital subscriptions. Subscribers receive discounts and monthly delivery.