Who could replace John Tory as mayor of Toronto? A look at five potential candidates

TORONTO — Now that Toronto Mayor John Tory has announced plans to step down from the role after admitting to having an affair with a former member of his staff, all eyes have turned to the now looming race to replace him.A byelection will take place within 60 days of the mayor’s office being declared vacant. Tory has not yet formally resigned his post, but speculation is already swirling about some of the candidates who may vie to take his place. Here’s a look at some of the kn