One man was rushed to hospital early Thursday morning after a stabbing downtown, Toronto police say.

It happened near Shuter and Church streets at around 3:45 a.m.

According to police, two people were involved in an altercation, which ultimately led to the stabbing.

Paramedics told CP24 that a male victim was taken to a trauma centre for treatment in critical condition but police said his injuries are not life-threatening.

Investigators have not released any information on possible suspects.