I have no idea what your skill level is but if you are not comfortable on the streets then the best thing to do is to find a large, empty parking lot, set up some cones (or anything really) and practice some weaving and maneuvering.
If you do go out on the streets already, then Danforth is probably not the optimal area for ride arounds. Try to get out of the city outside the rush hour. Take Kingston Rd. to the Toronto Zoo area. There are some quiet roads nearby.
I'm not in your area often so that's the best I can do for now, unless you have some questions that I can answer.