Toronto’s own Howie Mandel has been making us laugh for decades. Whether you know him from his standup comedy, his self-titled comedy show, his role as a host on Deal or No Deal or as a judge on America’s Got Talent and now Canada’s Got Talent, he’s honed his craft both here and abroad. He … Continued
After announcing the closure of all Canadian Nordstrom locations earlier this month, it was only a matter of time before liquidation sales would begin. They’re coming sooner than expected — the Ontario Superior Court of Justice gave the U.S.-based fashion retailer permission to liquidate its merchandise on Monday. A spokesperson for Nordstrom Canada confirmed in an … Continued
If you thought last year’s March Madness featured a ton of Canadians, feast your eyes on this. The NCAA is hosting its biggest basketball tournament, March Madness, beginning Thursday. 64 collegiate basketball programs play in a single-elimination tournament, pitting some of basketball’s brightest talents against each other. This year, a record-breaking 53 athletes are from … Continued
Sustainability efforts as we know it might include reusable shopping bags, biking more, shopping second-hand and maybe cutting down on meat consumption. But a new sustainability trend has emerged onto the scene in Toronto called homesteading — and it’s all about returning to your roots. The term refers to a lifestyle of self-sufficiency and sustainability, … Continued
Last week, a new animal rights lab launched in Toronto, offering up a creative “incubator” for pro-vegan content and projects. Thanks to the lab, a Toronto gamer has been working on an unexpected new animal rights-centred project — vegan Dungeons and Dragons campaigns. “All of my family have played Dungeons and Dragons pretty much their … Continued
Have you ever considered sleeping in a tree house surrounded by lovable rescue animals? How about spending a night floating atop a peaceful lake in your own little abode? Is photographing animals in the wild or (safely) watching wolves at play in the moonlight on your bucket list? If so, you don’t have to travel … Continued
Family is important to Marcus Carr. When the University of Texas at Austin basketball player and March Madness star is asked what he misses most about Toronto, his reflex is to ask, “Other than my family?” This instinct has been with him from the beginning of his basketball career, going to his brother’s games. “I … Continued
Picking a university or college is hard enough as it is, and that can be even more difficult when you have to consider the pros and cons of the city you’ll be living in for the next four or more years. According to a new ranking by HelloSafe, you might want to move a certain … Continued
The biggest night in Hollywood is back this weekend, and Toronto has plenty to root for! Brendan Fraser, who went to school in Toronto, earned a Best Actor nomination for his role in The Whale, while director and writer Sarah Polley’s Women Talking is in the running for both Best Adapted Screenplay and Best Picture. … 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 new podcast Beyond Style Matters, available wherever you get your podcasts. Travelling this … Continued
Magic happens at the edge of our comfort zone. I’ve never shied away from a challenge, but as a Canadian who despises the cold, the concept of submerging my body in an icy pool of water has never appealed to me. As a kid, I was a competitive swimmer. As an adult, I free dive. … Continued
Toronto’s cult-favourite vintage spot, Northern Touch Vintage, is co-hosting a pop-up and celebration for the 25th anniversary of Rascalz’s game-changing single “Northern Touch” with Canadian lifestyle brand Caked. The best part? The shop will be filled with some of Toronto’s greatest hip-hop and rap performers. The vintage store opened just two years ago, proudly calling … Continued
