The Questionnaire: Hal Johnson and Joanne McLeod

We asked the iconic Body Break duo (and Amazing Race Canada contestants) what they think of the city.

Favourite neighbourhood?

H: Bathurst and Finch. That’s where I grew up and it’s where all my memories are.

First memory of the city?

J: I grew up in Scarborough, and when I was little, every Christmas we would go downtown to see the holiday window displays at Simpson’s and Eaton’s.

Describe Toronto using one word:

H: Diverse.

J: Dynamic.

What would you change about Toronto?

H: I’d improve the Gardiner Expressway, or make the core more pedestrian-friendly.

Most under-rated tourist spot in the city?

Both: Toronto Island

Go-to spot?

H: The O Course by the Docks. It’s a beautiful environment, and it’s one heck of a workout.

J: Our first apartment that we had together near Yonge and Eglinton. I go out of my way to drive by it.

What food does Toronto do best?

Both: Greek.

If Toronto had a flag, (besides the CN Tower) what would be on it?

H: Faces from all over the world—there’s no other place I’ve been in North America that’s as diverse.

Favourite event?

Both: Scotiabank marathon

What’s the best way to keep fit and have fun in Toronto?

H: Using one of those Bixi bikes—it makes the city seem friendlier to have them there.

Johnson and McLeod will be competing on The Amazing Race Canada, beginning July 15 at 9 p.m. on CTV.