By Nikki Gill
The Immersive Van Gogh exhibit was supposed to make its world premiere in Toronto this week, but of course the COVID-19 pandemic derailed those plans. The exhibit was meant to be a 600,000-cubic-foot digital art experience featuring a selection of Van Gogh’s masterpieces. While waiting for guidance from health officials on when it will be safe … Continued
By Ron Johnson
The Hot Docs documentary film festival is moving online for 2020 featuring a number of official selections from this year’s program beginning on May 23. Hot Docs Festival Online includes more than 135 films. Audiences will also have access to pre-recorded Q&As with filmmakers and subjects. Additional virtual events are also being planned. The online … Continued
By lindsaylow
Tour these luxury homes through interactive 3D walk-throughs or a virtual viewing via Zoom from the comfort of your own home. $4.299 million for an elegant mansion in North York The five-bedroom home at 33 Cotswold Cres. boasts more than 7,000 square feet of space with elegant finishes around every corner. Take the virtual tour … Continued
By lindsaylow
One of Canada’s most trusted authorities on style and fashion, Jeanne Beker has covered the industry for more than 30 years. Now watch her in her current style editor role on TSC’s Style Matters with Jeanne Beker. You may be spending a lot of time in pyjamas, but your daily walk around the block is … Continued
By Nikki Gill
With more businesses being allowed to open next week and certain stores requiring customers to wear face masks, the demand for non-medical grade reusable masks and gloves is growing. Joseph Tassoni, a local fashion designer based in Burlington, is responding to that demand by manufacturing protective equipment. “This initiative is a chance for us to … Continued
By Ron Johnson
After cancelling its festival in March after the COVID-19 pandemic shut down all public events in Toronto, the Luminato Festival is announcing a virtual program to run June 11 to 13, 2020. The three days of programming will bring artists and thinkers together with audiences from across Canada and around the world. Although the full … Continued
By Ron Johnson
The silly walks quarantine-trend that stretches from England across the pond to the United States and Canada has come to the Toronto neighbourhood of North Leaside. Yes, the sleepy family node near Bayview and Eglinton has its own John Cleese-worthy zone, and people are loving it. This hilarious social media phenomenon seems to have come … Continued
With social distancing measures still in place, many of Toronto’s outdoor markets will be going virtual, just in time for Mother’s Day. You can still buy handcrafted goods from Toronto artisans, fresh flowers from local farms or unique vintage cards all while supporting local vendors. View this post on Instagram A post … Continued
By Nisean Lorde
Pride Toronto plans to go virtual this year. The decision was made after the city confirmed the cancellation of all mass participation events and permits for festivals, conferences, events and cultural programs, organized by the City or external groups, until June 30, to help slow the spread of COVID-19. “We are excited to announce that … Continued
By Nikki Gill
One of Toronto’s favourite bakeries, Roselle Desserts, is run by Stephanie Duong and Bruce Lee. Although the shop is temporarily closed due to the COVID-19 health crisis, they will be running a pop-up shop just in time for Mother’s Day. Orders can be placed starting Monday, May 4 at 11 a.m. on their website and … Continued
By Nisean Lorde
Toronto’s favourite Raptor Serge Ibaka continues to engage Toronto fans throughout the COVID-19 pandemic, whether through his Instagram Live talent show or through his philanthropy efforts. On April 9, the six-foot-10-inches power forward pledged to match up to $100,000 through his organization to support Fred Victor’s COVID-19 Emergency Fund — and the organization is reminding … Continued
By Ron Johnson
Actor Ayisha Issa earned a Prix Gemeaux for her portrayal of Brittany Sizzla in the highly acclaimed French Canadian series Unite 9, a role for which she also nominated in 2017. Currently, Issa stars as Dr. June Curtis in the CTV series Transplant. The series follows Dr. Bashir “Bash” Hamed (Hamza Haq), a Syrian doctor … Continued
