If you don’t recognize Meredith Shaw from her countless TV appearances on The Social, The Marilyn Denis Show and more, you’ll definitely recognize her voice. She’s probably the first thing you hear once you get in the car on the way home from work as a radio host for CHUM 104.5. Her fiancé, Rodney Bowers, … Continued
By Ron Johnson
A Toronto sculptor created what he calls a shrine to one of Toronto’s most storied buildings at 306 Davenport Rd., slated to be demolished to make way for another condo development. The two-storey building at the corner of Davenport and Bedford dates back almost a century and is well-known as the former home of Buckingham … Continued
A collection of local, women-owned businesses have come together to launch a holiday-themed pop-up this weekend, combining all of their brands and businesses into one space on the west end of Toronto. The idea was spearheaded by Paula Nguyen, the founder of an online clothing boutique called Pradegal. “I’ve been wanting to do a pop-up … Continued
As the year quickly comes to a close, Google has released a round-up of its 2021 most searched people and questions, aptly reflecting the unique period in history we are all living through. From worldwide athlete Google trends to top Canadian movie searches, Toronto made quite the impression in 2021. Mississauga’s own Simu Liu was … Continued
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. From taking on a third career as a emergency physician in the middle of a pandemic to standing up to anti-vaxxers in the … Continued
By Ron Johnson
Toronto Raptors star Fred VanVleet and the University of Toronto are announcing the new Fred VanVleet Scholarship this morning. The scholarship is available to students enrolled in the Rotman Commerce program and will be awarded to an “incoming domestic Black student or Indigenous student based on financial need, with preference given to a student with … Continued
This weekend marks the point of no return; you have either started holiday shopping at this particular juncture, or you… have not. Either point on the pre-holiday spectrum is OK, especially since there continues to be ample opportunities to shop local in the city. And if you have no more holiday shopping to accomplish, or … Continued
By Ron Johnson
As if artists haven’t suffered enough through the COVID-19 pandemic, now, the powers that be behind the Historic Distillery District, are reportedly closing down artist studio spaces — for many, one of the defining features of the area. The casualties are many and include two of the city’s venerable performing arts companies: Nightwood Theatre and … Continued
It’s December and holiday parties are abound, and while that’s exciting, we still live in COVID times, meaning you’ll have to be armed with your vaccine passport to go pretty much anywhere this season. A Toronto creative agency is hoping to make that easier than ever by creating ugly Christmas sweaters that include your vaccine … Continued
A Toronto landmark, The Drake Hotel, recently opened its new modern wing on Dec. 1. The new building marks the evolution of The Drake with 32 additional guest rooms, a bold new art collection, an intimate Queen Street West-facing bar, and a stunningly appointed lobby. Heightening the thought-provoking art, design, and cultural elements the property … Continued
By Ron Johnson
The next Eugene Levy or Mike Myers might be waiting in the wings of a new live theatre that just opened its doors in the city’s east end this weekend. Second City Toronto is running two new shows out of a temporary home at 2800 Danforth Ave., which is part of the expansion of Comedy … Continued
Just north of Forest Hill, you’ll find the Eglinton Way. With jewellery stores, local shops, health and wellness offices, cafes, restaurants, and so much more. This nine block stretch of Eglinton Avenue West is a remarkable hub for the community and beyond. It makes a great destination to not only find the perfect gifts for … Continued
