Use to greet me on my way to write my exams when I was in university. The only one who believed in me. read more

I kept thinking about him for the past years. And the Lord has brought him in my sight. May the Lord bless him and reward him in heaven for all the sacrifice he has done for the past 30 years of his life by compelling the people to Believe in the Lord that they might be saved. I have seen him during my early years of life as I went to college and then for work and every time I would go to dundas square on my lunches he would be there loudly saying: "Repent, the kingdom of Heaven is near, BELIEVEEEEE in THE LORD!! All these years after being married and a mother of 3 I told my children about him. And last week like never before, after a decade of not seeing him I had a chance to see him again. We shook hands and a sweet mutual conversation sprung up, even though he was struggling to talk because of old age and me barely hearing his responses, but his smile brought so much joy. You could see he was really a happy man, he was a man with joy in his heart that couldn't be expressed into words. Due to his advanced age he was feeble & weak but content, happy & believing in the One he was preaching. What a blessing he has been for many, even if many don't notice that, even if some from the crowds out there were mocking him or counting him as crazy; for him his reward in the world to come which is the eternal heaven is gonna be far greater, he will be crowned with future glory and honor for the work he has done here on earth and he will receive his great reward from God as God's faithful follower and servant of Jesus Christ! All his beautiful mission unapproved my many, startled by others, everything was accomplished for one reason: to awaken the city to the true reality of God and His existence, and His kingdom and for those that rejected his pamphlets which were meant to be taken to read and BELIEVEEE IN the message of salvation and KNOW ABOUT the suffering & the eternal wrath of God that will soon come upon all the unsaved, woe to them that have rejected and mocked the plan of salvation through faith in Jesus and the multitudes that still reject it up to this day. His voice will echo throughout the generations that follow. May God raise up people like him. I asked him how long he's been preaching out at dundas Sq. and he said for over 28 years. I was left in tears for he has told me that he stopped going there because he has been badly attacked by someone. He is so weak now he can't defend himself, he is dragging his feet behind him. He was so happy to see me yesterday also. We shook hands again and had a small conversation. I said to myself that, I will surely prepare him a warm meal and give it to him next time I see him. read more

Not as many jump scare believes recently so one star down for shock value but as for quality of service the man still stands his ground in that corner on dundas respect man read more

He's a great guy, harmless and if your lucky you'll c him having a great conversation with Toronto strangers.. he's been with us for so long and truthfully he feels like torontos unified uncle . God bless him and don't stop "believing " eh :) . Always nice to see his energy levels uplift us all read more

Jesus Guy at Dundas Square - :) - Local Flavor Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

"BELIEVE IN HOLY GOD!!" In his prime, this dude shouted so loud that you could hear him several blocks away at Queen and Yonge. An icon of the city, my DM loved him so much, he made him a rival character to my werewolf catholic priest in our first role playing campaign - although I ironically ended up missing the session where my party encountered him. I'm told it was epic. Hilariously, when my DM asked him for his name so he could create him as a character, he misheard his name as "Sarcrow" rather than "Sarko" and we've been getting his name wrong for over a decade now... Sweet, harmless and passionate - a Toronto legend! read more

I was walking around Eaton with my girlfriend and we were just waiting at the lights and suddenly "BELIEVE" happened right behind me and we both jumped and laughed and ran into Eaton centre. (sorry punctuation) 5/5 "BELIEVE"D and she is now my wife. read more

They should name Dundas Square after this guy! Who could possibly be more deserving of it?

I've been seeing him almost daily since 1996! However, I haven't seen him at his corner for several days now; hope he's OK!

BELIEBEEEEE This guy will take selfies with you, don't be shy he doesn't bite! Idunno why he's been doing this for so many years (some say over a decade) and he just gets a kick out of it. I'm in the area a lot so I always take a video selfie with him on snapchat and as soon as he realizes I'm filming him he'll do the "BELIEVE" thing LOL A+++++ will keep visiting!!!! read more

Jesus Guy at Dundas Square - Local Flavor Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

I haven't been home to Toronto in over 2 years due to COVID and a pending visa, I've been incredibly homesick lately and randomly remembered Jesus Guy @ Dundas Square... I thought about how sad I would be if I went home and Jesus Guy wasn't standing on the corner preaching BELIEVE anymore. I had to Google it, and I'm so happy I came across this page. I can't wait to go home and be slightly startled by the Jesus Guy once again! read more

I just want to give props to this adorable man screaming "Believe" to everyone passing by! You are great and made my Toronto trip complete :) read more

Commitment. There's something to be said about someone who's dedicated to what they believe in. He travels from North York to Yonge and Dundas just to make sure you believe HES A 6IX GOD LEGEND. everybody knows about the "believe" guy at y&d. If you haven't been scared by him did you even really fully Toronto? Even if you're not religious, he makes sure you're believing in something. IF YOU AINT GONNA BELIEVE IN JESUS AT LEAST BELIEVE IN YOURSELF read more

I love the Jesus guy. He no longer has the energy to yell at you but I still have ptsd from before to remind me.

I always see this guy at yonge and dundas. he always shouts "JESUS!!!" At first, his shouting will startle you because you didn't expect him to shout in front of your face. he will then hand out a piece of paper. what is inside that piece of paper? who knows? biblical phrases? he scared me at first. but he has become an icon of toronto. his perserverence to convert you can be seen as a sign of stubbornness or a sign of devotion? you decide. is he crazy or just passionate about jesus? is it all an act or the real him? you decide. read more

I seriously still cannot truly believe that Jesus guy has its own review. Is this real life? Is he real life? These are things that will never be answered. Jesus guy is strikingly loud, something nobody would expect until you hear the booming thunder that is his voice. There are many shenanigans and devoted speakers/pamphlet hand-out-ers on yonge and dundas but Jesus guy is the only one that will scare the absolute daylights out of me when I walk by. The others are just weird (Filipino ladies praising the lord on a mic) or pushy (the Islam guys who shoved a pamphlet into my hand and demanded money...) Jesus guy is just... Jesus guy. With the loud "BEEEEELIEVE!" as you stroll by, you're too shaky to even grab a pamphlet to see what he's really about. This guy is dedicated, but I ain't about feeling like death every time I walk in this corner. However, if you've been around Toronto long enough, you can definitely tell Jesus guy's voice is growing weak and weary. Actually, weakER and more weary.. the guy is still outrageously loud for someone who screams every day for a living. This guy is here ALL the time- how does he eat? How does he support himself? Is he homeless? I'm truly curious... can somebody ask? Also- 'good for kids'? NOPE! read more

Can't believe Sarko is still going strong! I saw for first time when i was 15 and now I am 33. He has gotten quieter over the years but still has the spirit, BELIEVE in the Lord. He is a sweet person. read more

This is one of my favourite people in Toronto. He basically teaches me about religion and the many wrongs and sins of my life. My life would be nowhere without him! Come any weather, Jesus guy will always be there to show you the error of your ways! read more

Jesus Guy at Dundas Square - Mr Jesus himself - Local Flavor Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

You know those scary haunted house halloween attractions, where the people jump scare you? And you know that feeling that if you pass by a certain person, they're going to scare you, so you and your friends squirm, trying to slide past without peeing your pants? Seriously. Even if you hate him, you love him. read more

Amazing how long he's been on this corner (Dundas and yonge), also amazing he's on yelp. Depending on your mood ,he can be humorous or annoying. Often jarring to tourists. read more

He's definitely a staple of Toronto. You haven't been to Toronto until you've had an encounter with this guy. Usually standing at the northwest corner on weekdays, this guy waits until there is a mob of people crossing the intersection, then he starts to yell either "JESUS!" or "BELIEEEEEEEVE IN THE LORD!" Some people find it very frightening, but others find it entertaining as well. He bears some resemblance to the bush man in San Francisco down by Fisherman's Wharf in terms of startling passerbys. So next time when you're near the Yonge/Dundas intersection and someone startles you, you know who it is! Besides, would you rather be startled by him or dominated by the Islam signs across the street? read more

He's a little scary and will startle you even when you expect it but his cane and his white shirt are totally iconic. His name is Sarko and he's actually a really nice dude living uptown and and he commutes down to Dundas to preach. Without him, there is no Dundas Square. -Walk sign is all for all crossings -BELIEEEEEEEBBBBB read more

I haven't been to Toronto since before COVID. I hope this man is okay and feeling well. I remember seeing him 20 years ago on my first trip to Toronto. read more

A reoccurring theme throughout my childhood.An absolute icon. This gentleman has startled thousands a day for thousands of days with his friendliness. Believe! (In whatever you want) read more

This man is so sweet and amazing! Love him - I will believe forever! He gave me a hug and said I look like a princess

i would say 10 years ago I would have rated this guy a 1 just for scaring the heck out of me. I think a friend forgot he was there once and when he yelled BELIEVE at her she actually dropped her coffee all over herself lol. BUT though suffering a few mild heart attacks, it's true. he's become a staple of yonge/dundas. and he's doing what he loves. which is the most important thing! He's been there for years. he's an icon. read more

I actually like this guy. He keeps me on my toes! Always scares me even when I know he's there. But here's the thing...he's not like the guys across the street who yell racist remarks and demeaning things about women. He has a love for his lord, so much so that he devotes his time to this. What's wrong with that? read more

This man has surely earned his spot in heaven. He has devoted his life to praising The Lord and Saviour. He has brought faith back in my life and saved me from the temptations of Satan. I can only imagine how dark and evil Dundas Square would b without him. Only 4 stars out of 5 because He's the hero Dundas Square deserves, but not the one it needs. read more

I like this guy, much more concise and to the point than his fellow Christian friend across the street who just talks and talks and talks; never failing to bore pedestrians to sleep. Never will you forget his deep bellowing voice echoing in your ears. A part of the true Toronto experience. Remember kids: BELIEVE IN THE POWER OF THE LORD! read more

This guy is the best and the worst. Three stars for Jesus Guy. When he yells "Praise Jesus" it always startles me. Maybe I'm the devil? It's always fun to bring a tourist really close to him who doesn't know he's about to randomly shout very, VERY loudly. The best. He's a Toronto staple. A true institution. I wonder if he's friends with the Cabbagetown cart lady? I hope so. read more

Walking near Dundas Square, minding my own business..... Pull out my phone, make myself look busy so that crazies won't bother me.... Stop at intersection of Yonge and Dundas to wait for the light to change.... BELIEVE IN THE LORD!!!!! Void my bowels immediately... Looking like a gargoyle watching over Paris from the bell-towers of Notre Dame Cathedral, the Toronto Jesus guy has his perch on the south west corner of Yonge and Dundas, usually as soon as you walk out of the Eaton Centre. Except unlike a gargoyle this bastard watches for you to be totally unaware and then.... PRAISE JESUS!!!! Void my bowels immediately... Sonofabitch! I KNOW he's there, and I always am aware that shit's about to go down, and in the single solitary moment I let my guard down... Boom, pooping of the pants occurs from fear. Dammit! That said, the marketer in me wants to pay this guy some money to tweak his messaging and stand around busy intersections of the GTA and yell... YEEELLLLLP DOT CA!!!!! at unsuspecting folks. In terms of rating.... 1 star (Eek, me thinks not) - As a Jesus guy he does kill it 2 star (Meh, I've experienced better) - How many jesus guys do I really know? 4 star (Yay! I'm a fan) - I respect his conviction but I'm no fan of pissing my pants in Dundas square 5 star - (Whoohoo! As good as it gets) - I can't accurately to comment on him being the best Jesus guy (refer to 2 star rationale) 3 star (A-OK) - Sure that sounds right, but I'm taking 1 off to cover my numerous dry cleaning bills after fear induced pooping has occurred read more

He has spooked me on more than one occasion but you got to love his devotion.

This guy has been watching over Ryerson and Dundas Square for years, for me it's been 3 and he knows a lot. He objectively watches you for weeks or so and then just sits you down with him for a few hours and explains to you what you are like and how you look to others and what your personality is in detail and how you need to improve. Believe in the lord and sign up with him today! One of my encounters with him. Me: I'm going to become HOKAGE! Jesus GUY: BE-LEEEEEFE!!!! ME: IT read more

This guy has his own Yelp review page?! He's been at that Yonge and Dundas corner for probably close to 20 years now! He's very dedicated to preaching the bible as I've been told by my sister that he's there EVERYDAY! We walked past him one and right when my sister passed in front of him, he yelled Jesus really loud as he lifted his arm and it scares the crap out of sister LOL. It was real hilarious to watch her jump and bump into a nearby stranger. He's definitely a Toronto landmark :) read more

I've reached a new low. Yes, I'm reviewing Jesus Guy. This guy is way too loud and obnoxious with his agenda. I don't think he is harmless-- I believe that he scares small children and unsuspecting adults alike with his outdated fire and brimstone preaching. I believe this, so it must be true. I get that we all have something to say. But I think he needs to learn about Yelp. It's a much better forum for voicing one's opinions. read more

It was a late weekday afternoon, the hustle and bustle of dundas square around me - spiderman hopping around, a sign with "free information on Islam" written on it, the lady that does name writing with wires ... You know, the usual. And of course, this guy. He rolls out his loud, world - renowned "BELIIIIIIIIEVE" right in my ear. I was startled as I was many times before. I smile, and think all is right with the world. But is it? These people standing rain and shine, promoting their religion, preaching to deaf ears the importance of good deeds and the scripture. Who is this man? He must have a family, someone to pick him up at night? Is he homeless? Then why does he give and ask for nothing in return? "If God was one of us, just slob like one of us, just a stranger on the bus, trying to find his way home" I didn't believe in God before, I kind of do now. read more

He's always there, snow or summer. Some people may find him annoying and/or scary. But at the end of the day, he's become a reliable and notable symbol of Toronto. And you gotta give the guy credit if he feels so strongly for the cause that he'll be at that intersection, rain or shine. read more

I don't know how to feel about this account for a person, I like him, he is a kind guy, Sarko,is his name. read more

As time goes on and I begin to accrue heart conditions associated with old age, it becomes increasingly riskier to walk by this corner of Yonge & Dundas. Still, his notoriety and public esteem is commendable as he's established himself as the area's foremost Jesus enthusiast. Five stars simply because he is in a league of his own and it would seem unfair to rate him otherwise. As it turns out, you can follow his message on twitter : @yonge_dundas read more

Cannot count the number of times this guy has scared the living daylights outta me while walking near the square, but honestly? That dude is dedicated and I have to respect him for that read more

I already have a thing against people trying to force their religion into other people's throats, including my own. This mans given me a heart attack on several occasions. You'd think id learn my lesson after the first time and not let it startle me, but its so busy at that intersection you cant spot him right away, until he screams something about the lord at the top of his lungs when u least expect it. I feel bad for people at old age going crazy or without homes, it really breaks my heart. However once they involve religion, my sympathy goes away. But did your jesus provide you with a job and a home also?.. Or just insanity ? read more