Meals and Migration in Little Manila

Walk through Little Manila to discover how this North York neighbourhood became a vibrant hub for Toronto’s Filipino community. Through restaurants, bakeries, remittance shops, murals, and gathering places, this tour traces stories of migration, caregiving, entrepreneurship, and belonging. Along the way, we’ll explore how food connects families across oceans, how community spaces foster identity and resilience, and how Little Manila continues to evolve while staying rooted in culture, care, and connection.

About the Tour Leaders

Since 2016, Diana, Jennilee, and Ysh have been leading tours of Toronto’s Little Manila. With their varied experiences, they cover many worlds: community advocacy, architecture, literature, settlement work, and more.

Start Point: Mabuhay Garden, Bathurst-Wilson Parkette (3749 Bathurst St)

Our staff and volunteers will be at the tour's starting location 30 minutes prior to each tour. Please arrive at least 10-15 minutes prior to the start of the tour to allow time for check-in. Feel free to call us at (647) 542-3450 if you are having trouble finding the start location.

End Point: Kabalen Restaurant (3778 Bathurst Street)

Length of Tour: Approximately 90 minutes

Distance and Terrain: This tour is approximately 1.2 kilometres in distance and takes place predominantly on paved city sidewalks and streets, with some non-paved urban parks.

Ticket Price and Registration: This tour is provided for $8.00/person. The total cost is $10.05 (includes a $2.05 transaction fee). Please note that space is limited on our tours. You may not be able to join a tour group if you have not registered ahead of time.

This tour uses individual audio headsets. All registered participants will be provided with an individual headset that will allow you to hear the tour guide throughout the tour.

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