By Ron Johnson
In the heart of Toronto’s Annex neighborhood, nestled at the corner of Spadina and Lowther, stands its oldest apartment known as Spadina Gardens. Alluding to Toronto’s original architecture, the complex was built in the early 20th century, boasting high ceilings, intricate stained-glass designs, and naturally lit apartments. But while such a historical building has been … Continued
By Ron Johnson
Last night, one of the world’s most popular film stars, Timothée Chalamet, delighted fans with an unexpected appearance at an immersive screening event for his new Wonka movie in Yorkdale Shopping Centre. The Wonka’s Sweet Escape experience is located within the mall and will be open until Jan. 2, 2024, offering fans the chance to … Continued
By Ron Johnson
Ain’t Too Proud, the new Temptations-inspired musical on stage now at the Ed Mirvish Theatre is a lot. It’s spectacular, for one. It’s also emotional, and detailed almost to a fault. The musical, with the full title Ain’t Too Proud – The Life and Times of The Temptations, is a Broadway musical that chronicles The … Continued
By Ron Johnson
For many years, a row of historic storefronts along Yonge running south from Yorkville Avenue have been kept under wraps as a towering 1 Yorkville condo sprung to life. As part of the development projects the storefronts were restored with the work being unveiled in 2021. With the condo nearing completion, tenants are beginning to … Continued
By Ron Johnson
Toronto icon Keanu Reeves is returning to his beloved hometown but it’s not for another movie premiere or film festival. It’s to take the stage at the not-huge but quite fitting live music venue Lee’s Palace to play with his long-time band Dogstar on Dec. 9. The show will sell-out if it isn’t already, but … Continued
By Ron Johnson
Drake surprises fans with a sudden announcement of his new album Scary Hours 3 that will be released at midnight tonight. Following the release of the “First Person Shooter” music video with J. Cole, Drake took to Instagram to release a surprise trailer. The video features shots of Toronto’s Roy Thomson Hall, where Drake reflects … Continued
By Ron Johnson
Arcadia Earth Toronto is set to open its doors to the public on Dec. 1 in The Well, the city’s newest mixed-use complex. This 17,000 square-foot art exhibit and extended reality experience aims to inspire a greener future, utilizing interactive projection mapping, augmented reality, and virtual reality across 10 stunning rooms. The experiential journey transports … Continued
By Ron Johnson
Canadian artists are in the spotlight with this year’s Grammy nominations, showcasing a diverse range of talents across various genres. Leading the pack is Toronto rapper Drake, who has apparently made nice with the Grammy folk breaking his years-long boycott of the awards by submitting his 2022 album Her Loss, earning him four nominations, including … Continued
By Ron Johnson
Iconic Toronto brand Roots is announcing a new collaboration with Hong Kong-based streetwear brand CLOT. This partnership marks a fusion of Canadian and Hong Kong aesthetics, celebrating Roots’ 50th anniversary and CLOT’s 20th anniversary. The first collection, named Go Outside: You’ll Be Glad is launching on Nov. 10 in Canada and Nov. 11 in Asia, followed … Continued
By Ron Johnson
In the heart of Toronto’s dynamic urban environment, e-bikes have revolutionized the way we navigate our bustling city streets. As Toronto evolves, so do our demands for sustainable and efficient transportation solutions. Here, we highlight eight top e-bikes tailored for commuting on the streets of Toronto. Lectric XPedition is a Affordable Cargo Bike The Lectric … Continued
By Ron Johnson
Matthew Perry, renowned for his portrayal of Chandler Bing in the hit TV series Friends, might forever be associated with New York City as a result, but his roots are Canadian including time spent growing up in Toronto, Ottawa and Montreal. Tragically, the 54-year-old actor was discovered deceased in his Los Angeles residence on a … Continued
By Ron Johnson
Jagged Little Pill rocked the Princess of Wales Theatre in downtown Toronto last night as the Alanis Morissette-inspired musical opened its run in front of a packed house. Isn’t it ironic that an album from the 90s that boasts one of the most famous break-up songs in Canadian music can be transformed into a compelling … Continued
