Yesterday morning we were joined by representatives from King St. businesses, residents' associations, and business improvement areas to launch the 2-Hour Challenge on King Street - a contest to encourage transit riders to use their new 2-hour transfers to visit local businesses in the King St Pilot area.
To kick things off we took the challenge together and had a blast! It was easy and fun to play, and we got to pick up samples along the way. We got an 8oz. coffee from Quantum Coffee, a crackling sample from Porchetta & Co., a $5 voucher at iQ, and a mini cliff bar at MEC Toronto.
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VISIT: Hop off the streetcar and visit at least 4 participating businesses within one 2-hour period.
VALIDATE: Get the merchant to initial this card & pick up their collectible item (could be a sample, swag, or discount!).
SUBMIT: Share a photo of the inside of your contest card with #2hrsonKing on social media OR email it to [email protected] by October 31st to enter our prize draw.
ENTER AGAIN: Every additional business you visit within the same 2-hour period equals another chance to win. Or play again until you’ve seen them all!
Visit our contest website weloveking.ca to see a full list of participating businesses, collectibles, and prizes!
Canvass commuters and market go-ers on Thursday October 11th at 8:30am at the Metro Hall Farmer's Market.
Take the challenge with us on Sunday October 21st at 2pm. We're starting our challenge at Aroma Espresso Bar.
See you on King Street :)
-AL
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