By Ron Johnson
Drake. Joni Mitchell. The Weeknd. Rush. When you think about it, Toronto actually has produced a huge amount of musical talent. But there is so much more than most people are currently unaware of, and a new online exhibit hopes to remedy that unfortunate situation by introducing people to groundbreaking talents from Jackie Shane to … Continued
By lindsaylow
Canada’s favourite contractor who always does it right, Mike Holmes, is back with a new feel-good renovation series this month. Holmes Family Effect premieres on Feb. 7 right after the Super Bowl on CTV and shows Holmes working on renovation projects for local heroes in their communities alongside his son Michael and his daughter Sherry. … Continued
Showing love and support for local businesses is simple to do but gets even easier when free stuff is involved as an incentive. The Queen Street West BIA has teamed up with the Riverside BIA to create 28 days of giveaways with the Loving Queen Street initiative that spans from the east end of the … Continued
By Nikki Gill
Known best for her captivating performances and starring role in the first season of Canada’s Drag Race, drag entertainer Tynomi Banks is a force to be reckoned with. As the first drag entertainer to perform in Dundas Square during World Pride 2014 and appear at the Canadian Screen Awards, Banks is no doubt a trailblazer, … Continued
By lindsaylow
Entertainment reporter Carlos Bustamante graces our television screens as part of the ET Canada team, but his life in showbiz started on the dance floor. Bustamante grew up dancing in a competitive group along with his wife Rachel. Though they were just kids when they first met, their love story blossomed into one for the … Continued
By lindsaylow
Yes, everything has gone virtual, but that doesn’t mean Toronto isn’t turning out some amazing shows to check out from the comfort of our own homes. Here are five happening this month that we are excited about: 21 BLACK FUTURES Toronto’s Obsidian Theatre in partnership with the CBC recently unveiled the full lineup of directors … Continued
By lindsaylow
Yes, every day has begun to feel like Groundhog Day. But, today is actually Groundhog Day, so now what? We decided to take a look at the two furry critters with the most cache, and see which furball reigns supreme and just what they are predicting for 2021. Wiarton Willie Origin: 1956, in Wiarton, Ontario … Continued
By Ron Johnson
There may be more to look forward to than the weather this summer. Canadian Stage (the group behind Shakespeare in High Park) has a new proposal set to be reviewed by city council on Feb. 2 that could result in even more theatre and other outdoor artistic offering in High Park. Canadian Stage, a registered … Continued
By lindsaylow
February 2021 marks the 25th year since Black History Month was first celebrated nationally; however, Toronto’s celebrations go back further than that. Toronto became the first municipality in Canada to proclaim Black History Month in 1979. As with everything else in the age of COVID-19, celebrations will look and feel different this year, but there … Continued
By Nikki Gill
Back in August 2019, before the pandemic was a reality for Canada, Taelor Lewis-Joseph was putting together a team for a series she wanted to direct and produce called Greater. “I’m an actress. I’ve been acting for years and went to Cardinal Carter for drama, and I was like, let me just write something that … Continued
By lindsaylow
You’ve attended every home game of the team. How hard has it been? To not cheer on the players and pick on the opposing players and pick on the opposing coaches and argue with the referees, and, you know, talking to my coaches in person and talking to my players and encouraging them is difficult. … Continued
By Nikki Gill
Sandy Gill, who you might know as TheSandyLion, burst onto Toronto’s fashion scene through a robust online following. She then built a career as a stylist before dabbling in the design world. First she created the Sandy Suit, which was worn on the Oscar stage last year by actor Utkarsh Ambudkar, and now she has … Continued
