'This new and more durable Toronto sign will ensure that it continues to be part of our city’s landscape for years to come,' Mayor John Tory said.

"I think people would approve of us in investing in a new sign because it's very popular with people. I think it is an iconic attraction across the world. It helps brand the city."

"People are scared for their lives ... being here and not being able to help, it makes one feel useless."

"This year’s commemoration will take place online due to the COVID-19 pandemic and consideration for public health and safety," the city said in a statement.

The sign, which is right next to the pond in front of Toronto city hall, was erected in 2015 as a temporary installation for the Pan American and Parapan American Games.

When asked backstage if he had anything else to say, the Toronto rapper had a pointed message for the mayor of Toronto, John Tory.

The City has added a giant Medicine Wheel to the front of the "T" of the sign and has also covered the letters with vinyl wrap that has symbols that are significant to Indigenous communities.

The TORONTO sign in front of city hall will be dimmed Monday night to honour the victims of a mass shooting in Las Vegas.

The CN Tower went dark and the Toronto sign shone red and yellow Wednesday night, as the city of Toronto honoured the victims of the terror attack in a tourist district in Barcelona that left at least 13 dead, with around 100 more injured.

A new "Hamilton" sign in the city hall forecourt has been approved by the Public Works Committee.