As spring weather approaches and the city becomes green again, Torontonians can celebrate the fact that we live in what one report recently described as one of the greenest cities in the world. A ranking of the top cities with the most green space placed Toronto in spot number 11, out of the 100 most … Continued
By Nisean Lorde
The gorgeous pink and white cherry blossoms at High Park are expected to bloom on time this year between late April and early May (this despite the erratic spring weather Toronto has experienced in recent weeks). Sakura Steve, aka Steve Joniak, made his first visit of the year to High Park early last month and was … Continued
By Ron Johnson
Just over 40 years ago, Jim Cuddy, Greg Keelor and company took to the stage at the Rivoli and Blue Rodeo was born. It didn’t take long for the group to take the city and then the country by storm becoming one of the most successful acts in Canadian music history. And, although maybe not … Continued
By Nisean Lorde
Jim Carrey shared a heartfelt tribute to his late “Batman Forever” co-star, Val Kilmer, who passed away on Tuesday at the age of 65. In his tribute, the GTA-born comic reflected on Kilmer’s legacy as an actor as well as a man of great strength and character. “I’m remembering Val Kilmer today with great admiration … Continued
Abra Shiner, the much-loved owner of Toronto’s Swan Dive bar, is facing an incredibly difficult time. Known for her effervescent personality and commitment to the local Toronto food and alcohol scene, Abra has been battling terminal cancer for a few years. Her illness has progressed, leading her sister Erica to launch a GoFundMe campaign to … Continued
April is the season of flowers blooming, unpredictable weather, playoffs and… Shrek? There must be something (green) in the air, because Toronto is playing host to a whopping four themed events this month revolving around everyone’s favourite ogre. It could be because the anniversary of the release of Shrek 2 falls mid-month, on April 12 … Continued
By Nisean Lorde
Forbes’ 2025 World’s Billionaires list was just released, and some notable Canadians (including those with ties to Toronto) made the list. Forbes has been scouring the globe for billionaires since the late 1980s, and this is the first year that the list topped 3,000 (3,028 to be exact), with the billionaires worth a combined total … Continued
Since President Donald Trump decided to inexplicably go after Canada in a series of tariffs that kickstarted a trade war, we Canadians have spearheaded a sort of patriotic uprising in response — cancelling travel plans to the U.S., booing the national anthem at sports games and most of all, supporting local whenever and however possible. … Continued
By Ron Johnson
There was a period a decade or two ago when acclaimed Toronto novelist and artist Douglas Coupland created a number of wonderful works of public art, often as part of a development of one sort or another. The best known of these works was the Big Red Canoe perched atop Canoe Landing Park. Everyone travelling … Continued
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 or tune into her podcast Beyond Style Matters, available wherever you get your podcasts. Functional fashion is key … Continued
By Nisean Lorde
Toronto is often hailed as one of the most multicultural cities in the world, so it’s no surprise that some of the world’s top comics hail from The Six — comedians and actors have been weaving their cultural experiences and everyday observations from growing up in the GTA into their acts for decades! Here, we’ll … Continued
By Ron Johnson
The hottest shows and events in Toronto this month include a night of standup with Troy Hawke, foot-stomping country with Kelsea Ballerini, documentary films at Hot Docs and more. The Royal Occasion The Royal Occasion fundraising concert is scheduled for April 24, featuring performances by Paul Shaffer. Yes, that Paul Shaffer, along with Rufus Wainwright, … Continued
