By Ron Johnson
Joe Flaherty, a prominent comedian and one of the original cast members of the Canadian sketch comedy show SCTV, has passed away, as confirmed by his family. Flaherty, who was born in Pittsburgh, had a significant career in comedy. He spent seven years at The Second City in Chicago before relocating to Canada to help … Continued
By Ron Johnson
Toronto is known for its vibrant comic scene, showcasing a diverse range of talents from stand-up comedians to drag queens. As April Fool’s Day approaches, let’s spotlight some of the city’s best comics who are making waves locally and internationally. From Netflix appearances to live shows, these talented individuals bring laughter and joy to audiences … Continued
Calling all motorheads! A spectacular new exhibition that has already dazzled fans in Madrid, Spain and Vienna, Austria is making its North American debut in Toronto, and it’s going to be an immersive journey into all things Formula One. The F1 exhibition will open in the city on May 3, and fans of what some … Continued
By Nisean Lorde
Oscar-winning director Guillermo del Toro is in Toronto filming his latest masterpiece, Frankenstein, for Netflix, and during his downtime, he opened up about his favourite bookstore in the city. “Shopping in Acadia Bookstore- Queen st in Toronto. Found some of the good stuff. Browsed for an hour +” the writer–director wrote in an X post … Continued
By Ron Johnson
As the clock struck 12:01 a.m. on March 26th, more than 400 cultural workers from the Art Gallery of Ontario (AGO) initiated strike action after voting to reject the latest offer from their employer. As a result, one of the country’s top art galleries is shut down until further notice. Members of the Ontario Public … Continued
There’s a laundromat in Roncesvalles that isn’t just a laundromat. Though it’s been operational for over a decade, it had been pretty quiet until Jyll Simmons and her partner Dan Ihnatowycz took it over just before the pandemic. Now it doubles as She Said Gallery, a free gallery for artists who are interested in showing … Continued
By Ron Johnson
It used to be the same old festivals would be trotted out every year, and we liked it. But something changed. Now, over the past few years, a slew of new festivals near Toronto have been added to the summer music mix. These events offer a delightful fusion of craft brews and live performances, promising … Continued
Fashion resale company Plato’s Closet just announced the opening of its latest location on Orfus Road. This move not only marks the brand’s further expansion into Toronto but also points to the development of a thrift district in the North York neighbourhood. Duff Kovacs, the franchise owner behind this venture, emphasizes the importance of offering … Continued
Looking to celebrate the luck o’ the Irish this weekend? Toronto has tons of St. Patrick’s Day activities and events to keep you seeing green all weekend long. Whether you’re looking to immerse yourself in Celtic culture by checking out some traditional music, want to spend some family time outdoors or you’re just looking to … Continued
Los Angeles–based fashion brand Anine Bing will be taking over some coveted retail space in Yorkville this spring. The new location, the brand’s second in Canada after opening in Yorkdale just a few months back, will be at the Four Seasons Hotel. The corner storefront at Bay and Scollard streets may be just outside the … Continued
Men’s retailer Harry Rosen will be undergoing a $50 million, five-year project to update its retail stores, including a relocation of its Toronto flagship to a 38,000-square-foot space at 153 Cumberland St. The new flagship location is less than 200 metres from the brand’s current store on Bloor Street, and will span three storeys. The … Continued
If you’re going to invest in anything when it comes to fashion, let it be denim. It’s the trend that never dies, and while new iterations of jeans may come and go, what’s important is that you find the styles that work for you. Denim certainly made its mark on the runway this season, as … Continued
