Hi, I’m Jenn
Hi, I’m Jenn
I’ve lived in Toronto for 55 years
I speak English
I am a University Lecturer
Hi, I'm Jenn, your enthusiastic host to the vibrant city of Toronto! I’m all about exploring the quirky, varied neighborhoods that make this city so unique. I spend my days walking around with my big dog, discovering new and interesting spots, reading contemporary literary fiction, and catching as many indie and rock concerts as possible. Living in Cabbagetown, I know it like the back of my hand, and I’m also well-versed in Kensington Market, the Distillery District + Corktown, and Queen West West around Ossington. With a background as an arts reporter and producer, I’m incredibly invested in Toronto’s theatre, music, and art scene. Live music is my passion, and I’m always on the lookout for the next great show. If you’re into kayaking, I’d love to take you on an adventure on the Toronto Islands—it’s one of my favorite ways to enjoy the city! Let’s explore Toronto together and uncover its hidden gems!
My knowledge & interests
Journalism / Mass Communication
Arts
Nature / outdoors
Shopping
Music
Street food
Local cuisine
Food markets
Unique & unusual foods
Theater
Cinema
Art galleries & museums
Street art
Parks
Gardens
Scenic routes
Hikes
Economic history
Social history
Architectural history
Cityscape photography
Street photography
Modern architecture
Classical architecture
Third wave coffee
Artisanal tea
High-end fashion boutiques
Department stores
Vintage shops
Handicrafts & souvenirs
Traditional culture
Popular culture
Lifestyle culture
Alternative or underground culture
Gourmet food
Vegetarian food
Painting
Sculpture
Traditional art
Contemporary art
Art history
Thrift stores
Second-hand markets
Specialty shops
Bookstores
Music stores
Antique shops
Landscape photography
Action photography
Nature photography
Post-modern architecture
Pop music
Folk music
Indie music
My reviews
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Jenn was an amazing tour guide. Jenn did a lot of research for our interests prior to our tour and her insight from growing up in Toronto was valuable knowledge Excellent tour and a great start to our first trip to Toronto
Sep 2025
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Brilliant day tour, Thanks, very informative
Sep 2025
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Jenn C. was so much fun and very knowledgeable about the city ! She took us to several wonderful places . We thoroughly enjoyed our 3 hours with her !!
Aug 2025
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We had the best time with Jenn exploring the city before a concert in the evening. We asked for hidden gems & random facts and she delivered with so much knowledge and insight for spots we'd otherwise maybe just walk right past. We also loved hearing about her life growing up in the city and she was great at communicating ahead of time and tailoring the route to make sense for where we wanted to start and end.
Aug 2025