By Ron Johnson
Nobody has to wait for WWE to tour another big pro wrestling extravaganza in Toronto. On any given weekend, one could find the most unique and offbeat wrestling experiences in the most unassuming of places. And, yes, some even come with sushi. Here are three very different and very cool ways to catch some good, … Continued
Since cosy TV series Virgin River started streaming, it’s had viewers hooked: it recently became Netflix’s longest-running English scripted series. Part of the charm is Ontario’s Benjamin Hollingsworth, who plays bad boy with a heart of gold, Dan Brady (and racked up almost 400,000 Instagram followers in the process). We caught up with him ahead of the … Continued
The workout Jennifer Aniston swears by is making its way to the city this month. Toronto has a bunch of workout spots to hit — from pilates to HIIT to boxing, there’s never a dull moment in the fitness sphere. But an exclusive pop-up by Pvolve is bringing a totally new exercise method to the … Continued
By Ron Johnson
The greatest basketball player to ever come out of Ontario, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, just broke a decades-old record set by one of the greatest NBA stars of all-time — Wilt Chamberlain. Gilgeous-Alexander added another feather to his already sizeable NBA cap last night, scoring 35 points as the Oklahoma City Thunder beat the Boston Celtics 104-102. … Continued
By Nisean Lorde
Toronto’s spring entertainment calendar just picked up another marquee moment: actor and producer Malin Akerman is set to receive the IMPACT Award at this year’s The Hollywood Reporter Women in Entertainment Canada event, taking place May 28, at The Ritz-Carlton in Toronto. Organizers announced the honour this week as part of the third annual Canadian … Continued
By Ron Johnson
When I think about death and aging, at least in the context of literature, the first person that comes to mind is always Dylan Thomas and his immortal words: “Do not go gentle into that good night. Old age should burn and rave at close of day. Rage, rage against the dying of the light.” … Continued
By Ron Johnson
For the first time ever, Brazilian football icon Ronaldinho will take the pitch in Toronto this spring, headlining a legends match at BMO Field on May 8. The exhibition will feature a team of Brazil legends squaring off against a team of fan favourites from Toronto FC. The Living Legends game will be the first … Continued
By Ron Johnson
This month, Canadian comedy icon Howie Mandel is returning to his roots: the game show. The former Deal or No Deal host is taking on a brand new gig, an all-Canadian The Price Is Right spinoff, The Price Is Right Tonight, premiering on March 10. We caught up with him to get the scoop on his … Continued
Roncesvalles, or “Roncy” as the locals call it, has long held its own as a small but mighty neighbourhood in downtown Toronto. Deep in the west end, the strip prides itself on contrast, featuring both old-world charm and quietly cool modernities. Bordering on suburbia, the heart of the strip finds itself surrounded by homes. Best … Continued
By Ron Johnson
Toronto, get ready to channel your inner Daniel LaRusso—this fall, the city will play host to the Canadian premiere of The Karate Kid – The Musical at the Princess of Wales Theatre. Based on the 1984 classic movie that introduced us to the young and karate-inclined LaRusso along with Mr. Miyagi, and the eternal wisdom … Continued
By Nisean Lorde
Toronto might have felt almost springlike over the weekend, with the city hitting 17.6 degrees Celsius on Saturday, topping the previous record for that date of 17.2 C set in 1860, but the city is heading back into much colder territory in the days ahead. According to Environment Canada, Toronto’s forecast will drop from 13 … Continued
The biggest night in Hollywood is back this weekend, and Canada has plenty to root for! Get ready for the 2026 Academy Awards by joining other cinephiles at an Oscars watch party in Toronto. To no one’s surprise, K-Pop Demon Hunters is getting even more awards love, with Toronto’s Maggie Kang receiving a nomination for … Continued
