Breakwall No More II
The south end of the eastern gap, in 2017 and 2018. Click image to view larger.
Bollard No More
PortsToronto (née the Toronto Port Authority) has begun removal of the northern portion of the eastern gap breakwall. Here the upper surface has been reduced to rubble, which will get moved to the south side of Tommy Thompson park. You can view it prior to demolition here and here.
Queen of the Rapids
The Rapids Queen lives up to her name as high winds hammer her hull with giant waves. At this point the docks lining the lagoon side have already been torn loose, drifting into the lagoon to wreak havoc there.
Emergency Use Only
A giant wave explodes against the boardwalk breakwall during an April ice storm. Careful reaching for that safety equipment.
Hogtown
A long exposure turns the wind-whipped inner harbour to mist while April snow clouds scud overhead.
Equinox Bonfire 2018
Another fantastic night on the beach, celebrating the spring equinox in true Island style.
The Longest Night 2018
Aircraft streak over the Toronto skyline in a multi-hour exposure. Click image to view larger.
Split Tones
Twilight descends upon a mixed raft of ducks swimming through fresh ice during a -22°C cold snap.
Standing Room Only
It’s standing room only aboard the Jimmy Jones Express. Tickets sold out at an unprecedented rate. Click image to view larger.
Centre Stop
The Jimmy Jones Express stops under piercing blue skies on Centre to hear about the memorial plaque for Ted Dinsmore. Click image to view larger.
Next Stop
Manuel points out the next stop on the Jimmy Jones express, just passing the pier at Centre. Click image to view larger.
Hanlan’s Above Water
The Jimmy Jones Express hits the final stop at Hanlan’s Point. Hanlan’s at this point in time is still high and dry, the Flood of 2017 still only a future memory. Click image to view larger.