The Ultimate Toronto Thread

[yusufhar]

Maybe if there's enough interest, we could arrange a group MTM with @induere_to ?

I would be interested in this if it happens.

 

[KWang94]

For real? I'm at TD, but still haven't heard anything on that front yet. Is CIBC the first one amongst the major banks to announce this?

Funnily enough, I joined TD during the pandemic and I totally forgot to ask where my office was during the job interview. ?

Work at BMO. Expectation is we're back in end of March, beginning of April.

I would be interested in this if it happens.

@induere_to the people have spoken

 

[KaleidoscopicK]

was in path earlier today, quite a lot of ppl actually, took me 20 mins to line up for Hoga anyway.

One of a few things I miss about working in the Financial District. I only went sporadically because I usually brought lunch from home to try and save money, but it was one of the few places I'd go to when I needed to buy.

 

[goatamous II]

For real? I'm at TD, but still haven't heard anything on that front yet. Is CIBC the first one amongst the major banks to announce this?

Funnily enough, I joined TD during the pandemic and I totally forgot to ask where my office was during the job interview. ?

From family at TD, they were told a hybrid system is the plan soon (where it's part time at the office / part time WFH)
With that said....TD is massive (all banks, really), so each building / department could be different

 

[Bersabee]

From family at TD, they were told a hybrid system is the plan soon (where it's part time at the office / part time WFH)
With that said....TD is massive (all banks, really), so each building / department could be different

I would think Front Office functions will most likely be back by EOM next month. My bank is targeting the 21st... not looking forward to it.

 

[partenopean]

If I said this anywhere else, I would be deemed insane, but here I know I am with folks who will understand me -- the classic finance work environment means suits....overcoats....nice shoes....things I love!

If the dress code gets chucked -- forget back-to-the-office!!!!

 

[suitforcourt]

My government agency is scheduled for April 4 phase in. Nobody will be forced to return to office. I'd like to go in 1-2 times a week just to wear work clothes again.

 

[Bjorling]

Update on the 80% off sale at Brooks Brothers: the Royal Bank location has a lot of shoes available. Probably about 2-3 dozen Peal - Crockett & Jones, almost all UK size 10 or larger, all of them marked down to $190. There's also a lot of the Allen Edmonds BBs available, especially the single monk strap ones in a variety of sizes, all marked down to $110.

 

[Bjorling]

these are the models I recall seeing:

Peal & Co. Algonquin Split-Toe Rubber Soles

Brooks Brothers is the original authority on American style, offering stylish modern clothing and fresh takes on heritage designs for men, women, and kids.

brooksbrothers.ca

Peal & Co. Cognac Pebble Chukkas

Brooks Brothers is the original authority on American style, offering stylish modern clothing and fresh takes on heritage designs for men, women, and kids.

brooksbrothers.ca

Peal & Co. Dark Brown French Pebble Leather Saddle Strap Penny Loafers

Brooks Brothers is the original authority on American style, offering stylish modern clothing and fresh takes on heritage designs for men, women, and kids.

brooksbrothers.ca

Peal & Co. Wingtips

Brooks Brothers is the original authority on American style, offering stylish modern clothing and fresh takes on heritage designs for men, women, and kids.

brooksbrothers.ca

Peal & Co. Double Monk Strap Shoes

Brooks Brothers is the original authority on American style, offering stylish modern clothing and fresh takes on heritage designs for men, women, and kids.

brooksbrothers.ca

 

[maebach]

Amazing, thanks Bjorling. I really dont want to go back to the office, but I may on Monday to check out BB...

Did they have overcoats on sale? What is the general consensus on BB overcoats/winter jackets?

 

[Bjorling]

I believe there is a selection of overcoats at 50% off and don't recall any at 80% off ... but I was digging through boxes of shoes and not looking at much else.

 

[mebiuspower]

What is the general consensus on BB overcoats/winter jackets?

They have boxy shoulders and mostly short on length. Many are made in China although some are US or Italy.

 

[Bjorling]

The Bloor st store has a variety of overcoats, some are listed at about 1200 and down to 400, but they're not impressive imo. They have a number of brown rough herringbone pattern in a boxy and unstructured fit, not sure where made. They have a lot of a navy spring mid-length overcoat nicely styled and made in Romania. Also available are a lot of Golden Fleece linen reversible bomber jackets in a tan colour, and some in a check pattern, made in Italy. If you're looking for a fancy suit for 400, there's also a decent selection at that location, not sure of the sizing availability.

 

[Bjorling]

And ....... at Bloor, a LOT of Golden Fleece shirts in most sizes for $60 and also a lot of Made in USA shirts regularly 205 down to 40.

 

[Drzdave58]

The Bloor st store has a variety of overcoats, some are listed at about 1200 and down to 400, but they're not impressive imo. They have a number of brown rough herringbone pattern in a boxy and unstructured fit, not sure where made. They have a lot of a navy spring mid-length overcoat nicely styled and made in Romania. Also available are a lot of Golden Fleece linen reversible bomber jackets in a tan colour, and some in a check pattern, made in Italy. If you're looking for a fancy suit for 400, there's also a decent selection at that location, not sure of the sizing availability.

Any leather jackets?