Increased police presence in Toronto following Paris attacks

Toronto police said Friday night they have deployed additional personnel in the downtown core following a series of coordinated terrorist attacks in Paris, where at least 120 people have been killed.

A police spokesperson didn't say how many extra officers were patrolling the area, but said they were brought in from other districts.

Earlier on Friday, Toronto Police Service spokesperson Mark Pugash told CTV Toronto they were in touch with national and international law enforcement forces but there was no increased security presence.

"We monitor threats to public safety 24/7, 365 days a year and work closely with local and international law enforcement," Toronto Police Service (TPS) spokesperson Mark Pugash told CTV Toronto.

"We adjust security levels whenever necessary and our highest priority is public safety."

As details of the deadly terror attacks continue to emerge, Police Chief Mark Saunders tweeted Friday night that the “tragic news” out of Paris was "unthinkable."

Ontario Premier Kathleen Wynne also expressed her shock Friday night, saying in a tweet that she was "saddened" by the news.

"Our thoughts are with those affected by this tragedy," Wynne said.

Toronto Mayor John Tory said his office has reached out to the French Consulate in Toronto "to express our sympathy and see what assistance we can offer."

Toronto Pearson Airport is asking passengers travelling to France to check the status of their flight before heading to the airline.

Meanwhile, the CN Tower and the Toronto sign outside City Hall were lit up red, white and blue to show of solidarity.