Toronto Police Chief Julian Fantino now bears another title of distinction - honorary 'King of the Hill'.

The Chief was on St Clair to join the crowds of people enjoying the food, fun and music at this weekend's Corso Italia Fiesta.

The brief ceremony, organized by the St Clair Coronation Committee, was conducted by local Councillor Cesar Palacio, newly elected federal Liberal MP Mario Silva and MyStClair's own Tony Bolla.

It began with the reciting of a declaration which stated in part 'For having successfully negotiated the Hill which once formed the shore of ancient Lake Iroquois and thereby coming upon our great Avenue..."

The Chief was then presented with a small Italian flag. In this way, he not only recieved the title of honorary 'King of the Hill' but now has the distinction of being the first person to have been officially 'flagged on St Clair'.

The crowds at the Toronto Fiesta thronged to meet the Chief and have their picture taken. He is clearly very much admired in this community

The Fiesta itself was a real big big hit - even with all the other events going on around the City, including the Toronto Street Festival along Yonge Street and of course the Indy, amongst others.

The end of the evening saw some people celebrating their win over Argentina in the Copa America soccer tournament by waving the Mexican flag - where else but St Clair.