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The University of Toronto is Canada's leading teaching and research institution, boasting three campuses, including one right in the heart of downtown Toronto. When visiting the downtown campus, the Nona Macdonald Visitors Centre provides easy access to information on the university's hundreds of programs, symposia, and events. An expanded campus tour program is available to meet the needs of prospective students or visitors interested in getting a feel for the campus.Walking tours of the campus are available Monday through Friday at 11am and 2pm, and Saturday and Sunday at 11am. Historical tours of the campus are offered during June, July, and August daily Monday through Friday. All tours are free of charge.The University of Toronto is home to over 8,000 faculty and staff members, and approximately 45,000 total students. A wide variety of programs and facilities will be of interest to prospective students and tourists alike.