By Ron Johnson
If the thought of staying home on Christmas day makes you say, ‘Bah Humbug’ there are still plenty of spots in the city that plan to stay open to help keep your spirits bright. Christmas falls on a Sunday this year, and most businesses and government offices will be closed. And with a mega-storm of … Continued
He’s got a big white beard, wears red suits — especially around Christmas time — and brings joy and happiness to . . . adults? This is not your average Santa Claus. Paul Mason, better known as Fashion Santa, what some may consider the new and improved Santa is bigger than ever. He looks expensive, … Continued
New Year’s Eve can be one of the most exciting days of the year — if you know where to go to celebrate! Luckily, Ontario is home to all kinds of traditions and events to make the last night of 2022 a great one. With 2023 fast approaching, we’re rounding up some of our favourite New … Continued
By Ron Johnson
A new indoor roller skating rink from the team behind similar Retro Rolla under the Bentway has officially opened in a former H&M location at Promenade Mall. Now known as SUSO Skate Co. or Summer Solstice Skate Company, the new facility features a bright, retro aesthetic complete with vividly coloured benches, a white rink and … Continued
As 2022 comes to a close, it’s time for our annual showcase of the city’s most inspiring women features artists, activists, athletes and more who have led by example, achieved against all odds and made this city and this year special. We’re shining a light on some of the most incredible women in Toronto and … Continued
By lindsaylow
The Journalist | Lisa LaFlamme After a decade as one of Canada’s most trusted and well-known journalists in the role of chief anchor of CTV National News, Lisa LaFlamme made headlines across the country and beyond this summer when she announced that CTV News had abruptly ended her contract, citing a “business decision.” LaFlamme shared … Continued
By lindsaylow
The Athlete | Sarah Nurse Canadian women’s hockey player Sarah Nurse led Team Canada to a gold medal win in the 2022 Olympics and broke the points record for a single Olympic tournament while doing so — she recorded five goals and 13 assists, surpassing the previous record held by Hayley Wickenheiser since Turin 2006. … Continued
By lindsaylow
The Animator | Domee Shi Domee Shi already made a name for herself in 2019 when her animated film Bao won the Oscar for Best Animated Short Film. But this year, her work as the director behind the film Turning Red has put Toronto on the map, and in the best way possible. Drawing from … Continued
By lindsaylow
The Actor | Iman Vellani Iman Vellani turned into an instant household name this year as the barrier-breaking Kamala Khan in new MCU series Ms. Marvel. Vellani made headlines as the first Muslim superhero and first Pakistani superhero in the Marvel universe, along with being the youngest character in the Marvel universe. The young Markham … Continued
By lindsaylow
The Designer | Lesley Hampton Designer Lesley Hampton has been a leading the way for Indigenous representation in the fashion industry since she burst onto the scene in 2016. This year, she returned to the runway at Toronto’s Indigenous Fashion Arts Festival, and also headlined the city’s Fashion Art Toronto fall showcase in November. In … Continued
By lindsaylow
The Fashionista | Jeanne Beker Known for her role hosting the iconic Fashion Television from the ’80s until the program ended in 2012, Jeanne Beker is a Canadian fashion icon whose influence knows no bounds. When she announced this year that she had been diagnosed with breast cancer, one might assume that she would take … Continued
By lindsaylow
The Director | Sarah Polley Sarah Polley stole the show at TIFF this year with the premiere of Women Talking, a stunning film based on the novel by Miriam Toews. Addressing issues including sexual violence, the patriarchy and the choice to forgive, fight or run in the face of abuse, Polley’s clear and compassionate direction and … Continued
