By Ron Johnson
Former Toronto musician and beloved Canadian performer Rufus Wainwright is steaming after his recording was played at an event for American presidential candidate Donald Trump At a Trump town hall on Oct. 14 in Oaks, Pennsylvania, a moment meant for political engagement turned into what NPR described as a “bizarre musical event.” During the event, … Continued
By Nisean Lorde
It’s only a few more weeks until Taylor Swift graces Toronto to perform at her sold-out Eras Tour concerts at the Rogers Centre. If you were lucky enough to nab tickets, you’re probably trying to figure out what to wear — thankfully, there are more than a few places you can shop at across the … Continued
Known for its landscaped parks, ravine systems, and spectacular tree canopy, Toronto is a city with a green heart and a green thumb. From the expanses of the Toronto Botanical Gardens, High Park, Kew Gardens and more, it’s clear this city has its fair share of celebrated parks and gardens. But if you’re hoping to … Continued
By lindsaylow
Thanksgiving has been a longstanding tradition in Canada. But as the ongoing issue of systemic racism demands we think critically about our own actions while the climate emergency asks us to consider the planet in all that we do, perhaps it is time to consider whether or not our current traditions demand a rethink. Thanksgiving … Continued
Sangita Patel is Streets of Toronto’s advice columnist and was previously an entertainment reporter with ET Canada. She lives in Toronto with her husband and two daughters. Dear Sangita: My parents got divorced when I was 10, and I’ve made my peace with it. But I visited my mom’s house a few weeks ago, and … Continued
By Ron Johnson
Introducing Toronto’s 2024 Best of the Best, where we’ve scoured the city to uncover everything from the coolest venues to the best pool halls, the sharpest tailors and the most talented tattoo artists. In this three-part series, we’re sliding into the third instalment: FUN! Whether you’re looking for the best place for live music or … Continued
Chris and Jason Krawczyk put Toronto on the map — literally — as a haunted destination thanks to the opening of Little Ghosts in 2022, Canada’s first horror bookstore. The macabre pair share the details of their horror-filled first date and Alien vs. Predator–themed wedding. How they met C: I was at the local dive … Continued
By Ron Johnson
If you find yourself singing “Look at the stars, look how they shine for you,” with any kind of regularity, then today is your lucky day. British pop-rock band Coldplay will be dusting off the song “Yellow” and many more as the acclaimed Music of the Spheres World Tour is coming to Toronto’s Rogers Stadium … Continued
With 5 million TikTok likes and 200,000 Instagram followers hanging onto her every post sharing her outfits, Toronto teacher Zahra Hassan sounds like your average fashion influencer. But her day-to-day involves less ring lights and more math tests and art lessons — and she prefers it that way. “Teaching is where my passion lies. It’s … Continued
By Nisean Lorde
The Toronto Maple Leafs are expected to finish among the top three teams in the Atlantic Division, according to Puckpedia, but that won’t mean much if it doesn’t lead to a deep playoff run (especially because the team only had one playoff series win in eight years). Still, sportsbooks are giving the Leafs +1500 odds … 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. There’s one fashion trend … Continued
By Ron Johnson
Kensington Market has always been a place where Toronto’s vibrant culture thrives—a chaotic blend of art, food, people, and history. But now, as gentrification begins to erode its charm, filmmaker Stuart Clarfield’s new documentary, Kensington Market: Heart of the City, seeks to capture the essence of the neighbourhood before it changes forever. Clarfield, who has … Continued
