This was my first AirBnB experience, and it couldn't have gone better. Dale was an accommodating and friendly host without being intrusive. The private area was clean and comfortable, and Dale even provided amenities such as shampoo, body wash, and even an umbrella on an unexpectedly rainy day.
The only negative is the neighborhood. It feels a little sketchy, although I certainly had no problems. Dale's girlfriend told me she walks home alone late at night and has never had an issue. Toronto is a famously safe city, so I'm sure she is right, but I could see how the neighborhood might make some people uncomfortable.
Overall, this was a top-notch experience. Next time I am in Toronto, I would certainly consider staying there again.