Toronto bears the distinction of being the capital of Ontario, Canada, yet people sometimes refer to it as "New York City run by the Swiss." The city boasts world-class restaurants, shopping and theaters in the midst of clean sidewalks and friendly people. Because Toronto is situated on the banks of Lake Ontario, the city has always been an important port town. Early on, it was a French trading post that was later taken over by the British and named "York" in 1793.
From 1825 to 1851, the town grew from 720 people to 30,775, changing its status from a trading post to an important administrative and commercial center. In 1834, it officially became a municipality and received a new name - "Toronto."
Today Ontario's capital is the fourth largest city in North America and is home to more than 6 million people. Many new arrivals are foreign immigrants, bringing more than 140 languages to the region, and making Toronto the most multiculturally diverse city on earth. The food, music and customs of almost every nation can be found in the capital city.
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