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Avoid poorly lit alleys and keep valuables out of sight. Pickpocketing can occur in crowded areas. Use licensed taxis or rideshares after dark. The area is well-policed and tourist-friendly.\"","north-america-canada-ontario-centretown",true,"America\u002FToronto","Suburb","2026-09-22T09:27:30.063Z",[],[],[],{"experience":43,"event":43,"place":43}]