By Erin Neilly
Parenting columnist Joanne Kates is an expert educator in the areas of conflict mediation, self-esteem and anti-bullying, and she is the director of Camp Arowhon in Algonquin Park. Last month we talked about teens vaping and then it blew up around us. The government of British Columbia freaked out and dramatically increased the tax on … Continued
By Erin Neilly
Jess O’Reilly is a sought-after speaker, author and sexologist (www.SexWithDrJess.com). Every day, I receive sex and relationship questions on every platform you can think of. Questions and answers range from the simple (Am I gay if I like anal sex? Of course not.) to 10-paragraph essays outlining detailed relationship issues that span decades and originated … Continued
By Erin Neilly
Cat and Nat tackle motherhood with wit and wisdom. Find them at catandnat.ca or @catandnat. Tis the season for holiday hacks to help you survive this festive season. So here we are, sharing our top tips to hopefully bring you peace on Earth and keep you merry and bright throughout the chaos that is Christmas. The … Continued
By Erin Neilly
When Marcus King was eight years old, he started playing in his dad’s band. At age 11, he played on his first record. Now, with his first solo album on the way, the Nashville-based musician is hitting Toronto on Dec. 18 with one simple goal in mind. “My whole goal is I don’t want people … Continued
By Erin Neilly
David Suzuki is the host of CBC’s The Nature of Things and author of more than 30 books on ecology, (with files from Ian Hanington). With no real say in the political process, children and youth are taking to the streets worldwide, demanding that those in power do more to address the climate crisis. The message appears … Continued
By Erin Neilly
Snow is in the air, and the sound of carols is ringing in our ears, so the end of the year must be near. That means soiree season, so we asked Jeanne Beker to pick the perfect party clutches to complete your outfit for the office holiday party, family dinner or a New Year’s Eve … Continued
By Erin Neilly
For Sarah Jeffrey, principal oboe of the Toronto Symphony Orchestra (TSO), making a career out of music was the norm. Growing up, her father was a professor and conductor of the wind ensemble at the University of Toronto and her mother was a pianist. “I just thought everyone was a musician,” Jeffrey says. She grew … Continued
By Erin Neilly
A Toronto musical reboot of one of the most popular and powerful movies of its era runs Dec. 7 to Jan. 5. We kick back with British director Gurinder Chadha to talk about her landmark work, its new stage incarnation and what Keira Knightley said after she was invited to the premiere. What are you … Continued
By Erin Neilly
Basement Revue The 12th edition of Jason Collett’s Basement Revue is back, mashing up the city’s finest musicians and writers in a brand new venue. Described as a “half-music, half-literary variety show with a rock ’n’ roll sensibility and unique Canadian voice,” the Basement Revue will run four nights at the newly revamped Paradise Theatre … Continued
By Erin Neilly
A new proposed development in Chinatown is sparking a worry in Toronto over whether the character of the city’s most unique neighbourhoods will survive the ongoing development boom. A community consultation meeting was recently held for the 13-storey, mixed-use building in Chinatown at 315–325 Spadina Ave., a location that includes long-standing restaurant Rol San. There, … Continued
By Erin Neilly
Shant Mardirosian is back with a new restaurant and he’s on a mission to redeem another classic American food. The Burger’s Priest founder initially planned to retire after selling the successful series of burger joints, but his life of leisure was short lived. “After four weeks at home I was like: ‘I gotta do something.’ … Continued
By Erin Neilly
Plaid is one of the season’s hottest trends, and we’re not talking about lumberjack plaid. This is country and western chic with a dollop of elegance and a whole lot of pizazz. Our fashion expert Jeanne Beker has picked the perfect pieces from blazers to blouses, skirts, sweaters and more. A) BOYFRIEND BLAZER “I love … Continued
