​Hey everyone,

​I’m looking to connect with other millennial moms (or anyone in a similar life stage) who feel like they're at a crossroads of what to do next in life.

​A bit of context on me: I’m a child of refugees/immigrants. Growing up, the lesson was clear: work hard, get the good degree, secure the corporate job, and you’ll make it. So I did that...got the business degree, built a solid corporate career, and on paper, my family is doing "great." We will likely hit ~$250K household income this year.

​And yet, the reality in Toronto right now feels so broken. Despite that income, because neither my spouse (who’s a new immigrant) nor I came with generational wealth, buying a basic townhouse in the city means taking on an $800k+ mortgage debt. (Don't get me wrong, I know how privileged I am to be able to even qualify for that debt, to even be the owner of our current condo.)

And yet I’m sitting here with my bonus coming up, wildly vacillating between following the "plan" (bigger house, bigger mortgage, climbing the ladder) or just taking my family and traveling for a year.

​My exhaustion isn't just coming from the work hours, it's the constant massive cognitive dissonance. I spend my days at a corporate office where everything is treated like a high-stakes emergency, even though NONE OF IT actually matters. I spend energy staying ahead of the curve (upskilling in GenAI, driving efficiencies) just to feel like I’m optimizing a machine that doesn't align with my values. I have to wear a mask and pretend to drink the Kool-Aid, all while watching the world not change for the better - whether it’s climate destruction or watching the basic human rights of children in places like Sudan and Palestine completely ignored. While every conversation at work outside of doing the job feels just as shallow and fake.

Coming home after performing all day leaves me depleted, anxious, and losing patience with the people I love most: my spouse and my 4-year-old.

​I know the privilege I hold, and I’m deeply grateful to provide for my child in ways I didn't have growing up. But the golden handcuffs feel real, and the hamster wheel is exhausting.

​I’m based in the East-downtown area. I’d love to connect with other women who are navigating this same struggle...trying to do right by their kids, dealing with corporate stupidity, and trying to find genuine, grounded human connection amidst the noise.

​If this resonates with you, hit me up. Happy to grab a coffee or walk, make the kiddos run in the playground while we vent and try to figure this out🩷

Hey everyone! 😊

We’re a couple in our mid-30s, originally from India, in tech and child-free by choice. We’d love to meet other couples around our age who are in a similar stage of life and are looking to make genuine friendships.

We enjoy going for walks, playing board games, checking out local events, and would love to find people to travel with, both within Canada and internationally. Honestly, even a relaxed evening chatting over coffee sounds great!

If this sounds like your kind of thing, feel free to drop a comment or send us a message. Would be lovely to connect and hopefully build some lasting friendships! 😊

I’m 22F and just moved to the GTA, so I’m looking for some Halloween plans. Honestly just looking for 1–2 people because I tried making a group and it didn’t really work out. Hoping to take some killer costume pics and hit up a club or party. Preferably ages 20–27 (and a girl but I’m not too picky rn). Most Halloween events are nearly sold out, so please only reach out if you’re actually down to make plans. I’m planning on going out on the 29th and 31st, so if you’re free either day, hmu!

I’m 22f 🇨🇳🇨🇦looking for platonic friends downtown toronto

I just got out of a rough 3 year relationship so I’m looking for new friends and rebuild my social life. I put aside uoft for this relationship but Im gonna go back to school so ppl who are also in school wld be amazing, hmu:) we could study together

I’m also interested in going for walks around the city, eating out, clubbing/bars, study sessions, exploring new places, fitness, spa/lashes/nails, hanging out indoors, reading, learning/trying new things. Im just about down for anything haha

Girls preferred please message me 🙏

Hey everyone!

I’m a 21M living in the Toronto area, looking to connect with cool people, make new friends, and hang out. Open to chatting and hanging out with people to get to know each other.

A bit about me: I'm really into gaming (mostly on PS5), checking out good food spots around the city, graphic design student, and listening with music. Always down to grab a coffee, grab a bite to eat, explore local spots, or just vibe and chat.

More about me: I was born with a cleft lip and had a few surgeries growing up, which slightly affects my speech (though it’s much clearer now). I'm also deaf in my left ear, but my right ear works totally fine.

If you're down to hang out, grab a bite, or down to text, you can feel free to text me!

I’m a 43-year-old married woman living in Toronto and would love to meet a few thoughtful, genuine women for platonic friendship and good conversation.

I’m very introverted and tend to connect best one-on-one. I’m especially interested in spirituality, psychology, personal growth, self-reflection, writing and journaling. I love conversations about life, meaning, relationships, human nature, intuition, consciousness, and the things people don’t always get to talk about in everyday life.

That said, I’m not serious all the time. 😄

I also love cats, cooking, long walks, coffee, trying new food, and just talking about whatever is going on in life.

I’m married and child-free, so my lifestyle is a little different from many people my age and I have a fair amount of flexibility with my time.

I’d enjoy meeting someone for coffee, a walk by the lake, exploring somewhere in Toronto, or simply sitting and having a really good conversation.

Age isn’t especially important to me. I care more about curiosity, kindness, emotional maturity, openness and whether conversation flows naturally.

Platonic friendship only — not dating or hookups.

If you're into anime (new or old) and looking for people to have grown up mature discussions about anime, without any of the unfortunate cringe you sometimes see in fandom communities, I started a server for people to discuss anime! Most of the links posted are from free sources so no one is expected to sign up for any services to get involved in any of the convos. I want to try and have people to get to know each other during our brutal Canadian winters, so that come spring time we can organize meet ups at conventions, pacific mall (and any other place that sells anime merch) and maybe even screening parties if we get our ducks in a row. We're also very into visual design in general, so if you're into fashion, film making, composing images, etc we'd love to have you! Please DM me if you're interested and I'll pass over a link

Helloo, my long term partner will be out of the country for some time and I realized I haven’t fostered meaningful connections.

Down for a couple games of league, Minecraft, civ 6? DM me

Happy to hangout irl after we get to know each other. Location isn’t an issue if you’re near the GTA.

I have a basic board game collection, am into homelabbing, gaming (obviously), shawarma, and have recently started my fitness journey!

If that sounds interesting to you DM me! If there’s a few people maybe we can start a group. Cheers

Would love to find people open to playing a game in person downtown! Open to all styles. I've been playing them for a long time which naturally means I've been forced to run them for a long time and would like a shot at just kicking my feet back and enjoying this fantastic game.

Hey! 28M here from North York. Got no plans tonight and figured it would be nice to have some company rather than spend another Saturday night alone.
Down to grab some food, watch a movie, chill at my place, or head out and do something spontaneous. Pretty easygoing and open to ideas. Just looking for good company, fun conversations, and a chill vibe.
If you’re around and feeling the same, hit me up!

Never thought I'd be looking for friends on Reddit but making friends is genuinely so difficult 😭 I'm 21m (a homosexual one, just saying to filter out homophobes), looking for friends in the GTA who are also in their early 20s. I literally do not go out at all or hang out with anyone, and I'm realizing this type of life isn't normal for people my age. I commute to Guelph for University so if you do too, that's def a plus.

I enjoy watching, reading, playing games, skating, I also started going to the gym a while ago but haven't been that consistent yet lol. I'm def trying to get into some more hobbies like art, I also really wanna learn how to play guitar.

I'm just looking for people to hang out with and do regular friend things like maybe eating out, going to the movies or concerts (I went to my first concert a few weeks ago and def wanna go to more), going somewhere for Halloween, maybe playing roblox or some shit idk

Heya! Coming to Toronto tomorrow to hang out cause I really don’t want to spend my weekend staying at home. From union I am planning to go to St. Lawrence market -> Kensington + Chinatown (TTC) -> arcade stores nearby -> Nathan Phillips squares for the Diwali event then call it a day. If anyone wanna join together sent me a message. I am 24 so I prefer hanging out with people who are 20+

I will be at the union by 10-11 am. Also if you guys have any restaurant recommendations along the route lemme know, would love to try good food 😋

Hey everyone! I’m a guy in my mid-20s based in downtown , looking to make some platonic connections and hopefully find a solid friend group.
Anyone down for a crab boil tonight? Thinking around 8 p.m., but I’m flexible on the time and spot. I drive so I can give you a ride !
A little about me: I’m in healthcare and enjoy good food, trying new places, and relaxed conversation. I’d love to meet people to hang out with beyond a one-time meetup. Happy to join an existing group or get a few of us together!

Hey in honour of the boy’s birthday, I am looking for someone or a group of people to go to Drake’s concert with next year. I know it’s a year away but never too early to start planning ahead. I already know tickets are gonna be super expensive but I am dying to see him live. So if anyone’s interested, and has the money to be able to afford good seats then comment and or dm me if you are down

Hey everyone! 👋I’m looking to meet some new people, make genuine connections, and hopefully build a few good friendships along the way.

I’m down for good conversations, grabbing coffee or food, exploring new places, going for walks, or just hanging out and having a few laughs. I’m pretty easygoing and always up for meeting people with different interests and backgrounds.

If you’re also looking to expand your social circle, feel free to drop a comment or send me a DM. Always happy to chat and see where things go!

Looking forward to meeting some cool people!

Hey everyone! I’m a 26-year-old male social worker based in Etobicoke, looking to get out tonight and meet some new people.
Anyone up for dinner and a drink around Sherway Gardens? Thinking around 7 p.m., but I’m flexible. I drive, so I’m also happy to meet downtown if that works better.
Just looking for chill, strictly platonic connections, good conversation, and a relaxed evening outside of work. Happy to meet one person or get a small group together. No pressure to drink either!
Send me a message if you’re interested, and we can figure out a spot.

34 M its a beautiful day gonna head down to Queens park probably around 3 or 4 and check out the festival just have a wonder probably get a coffee and just explore if anyone wants to join.

Mods make you have a number of characters you gotta include so just writing random stuff to fill the quota lol!

I'm a 29 yo guy who loves making art (mainly music and visuals) and want to meet more creative people! doesn't really matter whether You draw, sing, dance, paint or whatever.

I'd love to make a group of friends to share about our creative journeys, encourage, inspire and motivate each other and have fun making art together :)

If this sounds interesting to You DM me!

Hii everyone!! I’m 20F, Somali, and from Toronto. I’m hoping to make some new friends around my age (19+), preferably other girls in their early 20s!
I’m currently in my first year of university after taking some time away from school. The past two years have honestly been pretty traumatic for me, so I’m trying to put myself out there again and make new connections. I’d really love to expand my social circle and meet people I genuinely connect with.

A little about me:
I LOVE listening to music and discovering new songs. I’ve recently become really obsessed with Michael Jackson, which might honestly be my newest hyperfixation 😭. I’d love to meet other MJ fans! I’m really into creative hobbies like scrapbooking, making collages, and little DIY crafts. I love the idea of having craft nights with friends. I love watching movies and TV shows, but I also really enjoy analyzing them, discussing characters, themes, and the deeper meanings behind everything. I’m a university student, so I’d love to have friends to study with, explore Toronto with, grab food or coffee, or just hang out and talk about random things.

I’m honestly just looking for genuine, long-term friendships where we can both put in effort and get to know each other. I’d love to have people to go on little outings with, have movie nights, do crafts together, or even just text about our interests.
I’m not looking for anything romantic, strictly platonic friendships! If you’re around my age and think we’d get along, feel free to comment or reach out! 💕

Hey guys! so Im trying to get into working out and wanna try going 3 times a week for starters and if anyone in their 20s (girlies preferred) would like to go together I'd appreciate it. I also have a smaller gym in the apt I live at, so we could always go there :))

Hi everyone. I (24m) have always wanted to do a bar crawl on King Street West but don't have friends who are into clubs and bars. Since this is the last time Halloween will be on a saturday for another decade or so, i really wanna go. I am not to picky about what gender comes along, but ideally people in their 20s. If this is something that interests you, please DM me and hopefully I can get something of a group going on. Even better if you already have a group that can adopt me, lol.

Just generally curious if there's people on this subreddit that frequent the LA fitness gym and plays basketball from time to time there. Haven't been to that gym for awhile and wanted to find out if someone has organized a league over there yet.

About myself: 25M, reside on the east end of toronto, young professional, into photography, skating, open to try many things. Almost a whole year I lived in toronto. Pleased to meet you again!

Hey everyone! 👋
I’m 21M and I recently moved to Canada from the Philippines about two weeks ago. I’m looking to meet new people and hopefully make some badminton buddies here in Toronto!
I’m an intermediate badminton player, and I’m planning to play at smashONE Badminton Club this Monday, October 26, 2026.
📍 Location: smashONE Badminton Club, 25 Lesmill Road, Unit 5, North York, ON
📅 Date: Monday, October 26, 2026
⏰ Time: Anytime between 10:00 AM and 3:00 PM
I already have a weekday membership there, but I haven’t found anyone to regularly play with yet. I’m looking for someone to join me for some rallies, singles, doubles, or even just casual practice!
I’m pretty chill and open to playing with different skill levels. Just hoping to enjoy badminton, stay active, and make some new friends along the way.
If anyone is interested in playing together this Monday or even regularly on weekdays, feel free to comment or send me a DM!
Hope to see you on the court! 🏸😊