It’s the most wonderful time of the year — skating season, that is! The city of Toronto has officially announced the opening date for the city’s outdoor skating rinks, and we’re getting excited. The majority of city-run rinks open next weekend on Nov. 29 and will remain open until late March next year, weather permitting. … Continued
As the winter starts to really settle into Toronto, our brains do what they always do: start planning the escape. While we all love the classics, there’s a new wave of design-forward boutique stays turning Ontario’s cutest towns into full-on winter destinations. These aren’t just “somewhere to sleep” hotels. They’re tiny, chic, obsessively curated properties … Continued
The hustle and bustle of city life can drain our mental, physical and social battery. When you’re feeling drained, Nordic spas offer a great way to reboot. Steeped in Scandinavian tradition, hydrotherapy aims to strengthen the immune system, moving the body from hot to cold and purifying the body of toxins while soothing aches and … Continued
With the Milan Cortina 2026 Winter Olympic Games less than three months away, one of the most exciting parts is seeing what Canadian athletes will wear. Now, the wait is finally over, because Team Canada and Lululemon have finally revealed the 2026 athlete kit. Going into their third Games as Team Canada’s official outfitter, Lululemon’s … Continued
‘Tis the season for holiday markets, winter fests and plenty of seasonal fun — and in Toronto, we can always make room for another one! Get ready for the return of a holiday festival right on the waterfront, the second annual Winterfest Toronto. Happening at the Harbourfront Centre, the festival kicks off with a tree-lighting … Continued
Winter is almost here, holiday parties are being planned, the Santa Claus Parade is fast approaching — and the season of The Nutcracker has almost begun. A beloved holiday tradition, this year, there are more ways than ever to enjoy this magical journey in Toronto. National Ballet’s The Nutcracker The city’s most well-known rendition of … Continued
There are a lot of ways to celebrate the holiday season around Ontario as Christmas markets begin popping up all over the place. But you might consider visiting a themed one at Niemi Family Farm, the biggest Scandinavian-style holiday haven in the province just an hour drive from Toronto. The farm is located in Mount … Continued
Toronto-born Coco Rocha has graced the covers of countless issues of Vogue, worked with every top fashion house in the world and started her own model camp. Now, she’s bringing her expertise as host and judge of the new Project Runway Canada — premiering Nov. 14 on Crave. Here, she shares the very glamorous details … Continued
Sure, skating outdoors in the winter is fun — as long as you’re bundled up adequately. But if you’re the type to opt for hibernation when the first snowfall comes around, the perfect rink is returning to Union Station in December that will make winter a lot more fun! In past years, the area has … Continued
The holiday season in Toronto brings up all kinds of traditions for different people. Maybe that’s a visit to the Distillery Winter Village, or admiring the twinkling Christmas lights in Yorkville. But for many, at one point, it was strolling by the Hudson’s Bay holiday windows in Toronto’s Financial District — often decked with things … Continued
Dear Sangita: My mom has become addicted to using ChatGPT as her own “therapist.” She uses it to validate her opinions when she’s telling me or my siblings to do something or to prove what she expects of us is fair. She doesn’t seem to understand that these tools are just going to give her … Continued
There’s one jean-ius way to upgrade any outfit: a little bit of denim. From blazers to baseball caps and shoulder bags, Jeanne Beker has picked out every wash, stitch, cuff and hem of your autumnal denim dreams, whether you’re going Canadian tuxedo or western. A. BOOTCUT JEANS “I always love a bootcut: sexy on top, … Continued
