8 Photos That Show How Toronto's Brutal Snowstorm Has Turned The City Into A Snow Globe

Torontonians were out braving the storm.
8 Photos That Show How Toronto's Brutal Snowstorm Has Turned The City Into A Snow Globe
Lance McMillan | Narcity
Contributor

Toronto just got hit with tons of snow and it's only now just starting to let up.

But while many Torontonians were bunkered up at home, some ventured out and braved the storm.

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Lots of people were out with their shovels clearing the snow just about as fast as it was falling.

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Many were out taking their dogs for a walk, a number of which seemed to really enjoy it.

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It was business as usual for some, albeit with few customers.

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The Zamboni was out clearing the ice rink at Nathan Phillips Square, for the few skaters not deterred by the storm.

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In addition to the snowfall, heavy winds resulted in people having to hold onto the hoods of their jackets.

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Some outfits stood out in the snow better than others.

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Some streets felt quieter than usual, sometimes looking like a ghost town.

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When life gives you a snowstorm, you make TikToks.

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  • Lance McMillan
    Associate Photo Editor Lance McMillan is a Toronto based photojournalist who is focused on telling stories visually. Lance's photography has been published in numerous newspapers and magazines including National Geographic and his images have earned him awards including a 2nd Place in the 74th Pictures of the Year International (POYi), a Finalist in the 2019 Travel Photographer of the Year, and an Award of Excellence in the 78th Pictures of the Year International (POYi). To Lance, the power of telling stories through not just the written word, but through images, and the passion he has for doing so, cannot be overstated. This is particularly true when it comes to telling stories about nature and wildlife, striving to provide insight into the vulnerability of our environment and its inhabitants.

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