On Toronto's Church Street, Halloween takes on a life of its own. Once the epitome of "Christmas for the gays," the annual Halloween street party in the city's vibrant gay village has grown into a celebration that transcends all boundaries. Thousands now flock to the area, adorned in fantastical costumes, each more elaborate than the last.
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