By Nisean Lorde
The Toronto Maple Leafs beat the Buffalo Sabres 4-0 on Tuesday and have now officially clinched the Atlantic Division (51-26-4)! The Leafs will finish the regular season at Scotiabank Arena this Thursday against the Detroit Red Wings, and playoffs are scheduled to begin this Sat, April 19 — the team will take on the Ottawa … Continued
By Ron Johnson
Cottage season is almost here and with it a slew of announcements of all the fun to be had this summer including the return of Base31 in Prince Edward County. Set on a sprawling 70-acre site that was once a Second World War air training base, the venue is now a cultural hub blending historic … Continued
It’s the year every year, right? Every April, we Torontonians share the collective delusion that the Stanley Cup is coming home after many, many decades away. For years, the Maple Leafs have been plagued with a curse: failing (often miserably, publicly, unbelievably) to make the second round of the playoffs. Earlier this year, a friend … Continued
By Nisean Lorde
Good Friday lands on April 18, 2025, this year! To help you make the most of your long weekend plans, here’s a list of what’s opened and closed on Easter weekend in Toronto. Public transit TTC: The TTC will operate on a holiday schedule on Good Friday, April 18. All TTC routes will operate on their … Continued
By Nisean Lorde
John Candy, who we recently listed as one of Toronto’s most iconic comedians, is getting a documentary made about his life. Amazon Prime Video is in negotiations to acquire an untitled film about the comedian, directed by Vancouver-born actor Ryan Reynolds and fellow actor/director Colin Hanks. “Making the John Candy documentary with Colin Hanks is … Continued
This weekend is an international holiday — 4/20 day! Popular among those who love to live the high life, with the legalization of cannabis in Canada, there’s even more to celebrate this weekend. If you’re looking to be among buds for this momentous holiday, try one of these themed events in Toronto. Shop a green … Continued
By Nisean Lorde
With the Toronto Maple Leafs heading to the Stanley Cup Playoffs and currently sitting pretty at the top of the Atlantic Division (50-26-4), there’ll likely be tons of celebrations taking place across the city. This year, Scotiabank is bringing back Maple Leaf Square tailgate parties, touting them as the ultimate destination for Leafs fans looking … Continued
By Nisean Lorde
If you’ve ever left Canada’s Wonderland feeling sore, sun-soaked and ready to sleep after a day of fun — you’re definitely not alone! According to new research by the fitness experts at PureGym, the Vaughan-based amusement park has been ranked as the fifth most physically demanding theme park in the world, even beating out major … Continued
By scoring the game-winning goal that won Canada our first-ever medal in women’s soccer at the 2012 Olympics, Diana Matheson had already succeeded in putting our country on the map for the sport. But she decided there was more to be done — and in 2022, she spearheaded the launch of Canada’s first professional women’s … Continued
By Nisean Lorde
Toronto has a huge literary scene, boasting globally renowned book festivals, tons of niche little book shops, and the largest library system in North America, making it a dream destination for book lovers! Here’s a guide on the best spots to visit for a book lover in Toronto. Biblio-Mat at The Monkey’s Paw bookstore If you can’t decide … Continued
By Ron Johnson
Legendary stand-up comedian Dave Chappelle is heading to Toronto to headline the inaugural Departure Festival + Conference in Toronto for a live performance on May 7 at the Queen Elizabeth Theatre. Tickets for Chappelle’s show will first be available to registered Departure conference pass-holders through an exclusive pre-sale beginning April 16 at 10:00 a.m. Widely … Continued
By Nisean Lorde
As summer is just around the corner, it’s the perfect time to take up new sports! Studies show that people tend to be a bit more active during the summer season, perhaps because the days are longer and people can move about more freely, without the heavy winter clothing. It’s also the best way to … Continued
