Fire at North York sports bar under investigation

A sports bar in North York reported a fire that broke out in the early morning though no injuries were reported.

By Lucas Casaletto

Posted September 22, 2025 6:48 am.

Last Updated September 22, 2025 11:06 am.

Toronto fire crews have extinguished a blaze at a North York restaurant early Monday morning.

Emergency services were called to Rally Sports Bar, located at 1660 O’Connor Drive, just before 5:45 a.m. for reports of a fire. Toronto Fire Services said the alarm was upgraded to a level-1 response.

When firefighters arrived, there were no occupants in or around the building. The fire was quickly brought under control, and no injuries were reported.

Officials at the scene said the sports bar has been closed for the summer but was set to reopen soon. The cause of the fire remains under investigation.

Toronto police closed O’Connor Drive in both directions while crews worked at the scene.

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