By Nikki Gill
Gyms and fitness studios have been given the go-ahead to reopen, with safety measures in place, after the Ontario government’s announcement that Toronto and Peel Region can move to Stage 3. Those safety measures include maintaining six feet of physical distance between members. For those looking to get back to gyms in Stage 3 — … Continued
By Nikki Gill
The popular Toronto-based cannabis retailer, Superette, officially opened the doors to its Toronto flagship store today at 1073 Yonge St. This comes after the brand’s successful launch in Ottawa. The brand is known as one of the first cannabis retailers to create an immersive purchasing space, but Superette is also known for its CEO Mimi … Continued
By Nikki Gill
Musicians Candace Leca and Michael Paglia make up Toronto pop duo Candace and Michael. The pair recently released their EP My Way along with a music video for their new single “Truth Before The Lie.” We caught up with Candace, who is also a Much Studios Creator, to find out the love story that brought … Continued
By Nikki Gill
Popular housewares store Saudade, at 1191 Dundas St. W. in Little Portugal has expanded to open a second location in the city. Saudade Union opened its doors to the public today in Union Station — four months after it was scheduled to open on March 23. “We were supposed to open on March 23, but … Continued
By Nikki Gill
Starting at 8 a.m. on Wednesday, July 29, plants will be taking over the social distancing circles at Trinity Bellwoods Park as part of an initiative to raise money for CAMH’s COVID-19 mental health resiliency and coping fund. The project is by Chive, a Toronto-based company that designs unique and modern plant pots. “Plants are … Continued
By Nikki Gill
Filmmaker and Forest Hiller Robin Baker Leacock’s latest documentary hits real close to home. Leacock’s film, Stella & Co., is about her mother, Estelle Craig, who lived in Forest Hill Village for most of her life and who wrote five books after turning 100 years old. Leacock spent two years filming Craig inside her seniors … Continued
By Nikki Gill
Canadian womenswear brand Nonie has added sustainable and ethically-made reusable face masks to its summer collection. The masks are Canadian-made with 100 per cent upcycled cotton. The new collection was just released and includes light pink, bright pink and an army green option to fit with the current season. “As masks become a daily part … Continued
By Nikki Gill
Catch Brian Gluckstein on Cityline, where he is a regular guest expert, shop his collection, GlucksteinHome, at Hudson’s Bay and follow him @briangluckstein on Instagram. This summer, instead of vacationing or visiting friends and family abroad, many of us will be spending our time off in the comfort of our home — a “staycation” as … Continued
By Nikki Gill
The 10 albums shortlisted for the 2020 Polaris Music Prize were announced last night, and six of the artists hail from right here in Toronto. The nominated artists are Jessie Reyez, Junia-T, Witch Prophet, U.S. Girls, musical quintet Pantayo and 2017 winner Lido Pimienta. “Canadian music has a vast and vibrant spectrum. This year’s short … Continued
By Nikki Gill
Stage 3 of the province’s reopening plan may be just around the corner for Toronto and its neighbouring regions, but a return to normalcy is not. Even with Stage 3 allowing outdoor gatherings of up to 100 people socially-distanced, the city has extended the cancellation of all city-led and city-permitted outdoor special event permits through … Continued
By Nikki Gill
Popular burger joint Aunty Lucy’s Burgers will be reopening this Wednesday with a new home inside the Annex Hotel. The takeout spot was operating out of Duggan’s Brewery in Parkdale for the month of June but had a rent dispute that led to its closing. Now, after two weeks of searching for the right home … Continued
By Nikki Gill
