Not many people can boast 37 years of marriage, let alone a pair of actors. But Paul Gross and Martha Burns, Canadian royalty widely recognized in the theatre world and beyond, certainly can. Their secret? Rarely working together. Though the acting duo met when they were cast in the same play, they’ve since worked together on … Continued
Montreal-based fashion retailer behind three Toronto stores, Frank and Oak, filed for creditor protection last month for the second time, citing almost $71 million in debt owed to over 100 creditors. The brand known for its eco-friendly and minimalist fashion isn’t the only Canadian company seeking creditor protection — Comark Holdings Inc., the parent company … Continued
Sangita Patel is Streets of Toronto’s advice columnist and was previously an entertainment reporter with ET Canada. She lives in Toronto with her husband and two daughters. Dear Sangita: I’m secretly dating my boss. It started as just a fling. But things have been getting serious, and I feel like we’re in too deep now. … Continued
We love supporting local in Toronto, and we’re lucky to have so many amazing independent shops in the city. The next time you’re on the city’s coolest street, Ossington, check out these 10 essential shops. LoversLand Known primarily as as bridal store, fans of this elegant shop know it’s so much more — with the … Continued
One of Canada’s most trusted authorities on style and fashion, Jeanne Beker has covered the industry for more than 30 years. Now watch her in her current style editor role on TSC’s Style Matters with Jeanne Beker or tune into her podcast Beyond Style Matters, available wherever you get your podcasts. January is all about … Continued
Situated on a quiet street surrounded by mature trees and stately homes, 279 Blythwood Rd. is moments from the boutiques, cafes and dining options of North Toronto — and a stone’s throw from midtown. For those seeking downtime, this lovely abode just so happens to stand across the street from the expanses of Sherwood Park … Continued
When Bill Burr reposted one of Steph Tolev’s comedic Instagram videos and then reached out over direct messages asking that she open for him on his upcoming tour, she thought it was a scam. “He gave me his phone number, and I thought it was a fake account,” the Toronto comedian says. But then she … Continued
The athlete | Summer McIntosh This summer, one athlete rose above the rest at the Paris Olympics. Summer McIntosh became the first Canadian ever to win three gold medals in one Games at the Paris Olympics, winning gold in the 200-metre butterfly, 200-metre individual medley and 400-metre individual medley — as well as a silver … Continued
The designer | Chelsee-Marie Pettit What began as a streetwear brand sporting short Ojibwe phrases with QR codes translating their meanings has evolved into Aaniin, a full-fledged Indigenous department store — and Chelsee-Marie Pettit is responsible for all of that growth. With a vision to turn Aaniin into a “permanent business in the Canadian economy,” … Continued
The AI leader | Gillian Hadfield Artificial intelligence (AI) may have only recently become a buzzword, but some of the top minds in the fields of technology, law and ethics have made it their primary research focus for years — including Toronto’s own Gillian Hadfield. The professor of government and policy at John Hopkins University … Continued
The director | Sook-Yin Lee Beloved by Toronto since her turn as a VJ on Much Music, Sook-Yin Lee has since made a career of starring in and directing singular films that reflect her always-thoughtful, often unexpected approach to life. She’s also a solo recording artist and film composer. This year, Lee gave back to … Continued
The musician | Joni Mitchell Joni Mitchell may not have released an album this year — or even in the past 17 years — but she’s still making headlines. She made a comeback to remember this year with an aptly-named “Joni Jam,” performing at the Hollywood Bowl for her first full L.A. show in 24 … Continued
