With Easter around the corner and spring blooms on the horizon, everyone has a bit of a spring in their step. After all, when Easter rolls around, it’s only a matter of days until the warm weather decides to stay for good — meaning that people right across Ontario are eagerly ready to celebrate the … Continued
By Ron Johnson
Hikes are always a pleasure, but during the spring, hiking alongside a rushing river with flowers and trees blooming everywhere is hard to beat. There is something about the sound of rushing water and the way it carves through the landscape that is mesmerizing, especially this time of year. Fortunately, the Toronto area is home … Continued
By Nisean Lorde
Just days after it was announced that Drake has surpassed The Beatles as the most dominant artist in pop chart history, fans have another reason to celebrate — the Toronto-based rapper confirmed that he’s working on his next solo album! Drake made the announcement during a Kick livestream on Sunday night with streamer Adin Ross. … Continued
A Canadian spinoff of popular American reality TV series Project Runway is getting a revival, almost two decades after the original adaptation aired. Project Runway Canada is returning to Canadian audiences this year, this time with two new local fashion powerhouses at the helm — Jeanne Beker, TV personality, former host of the iconic FashionTelevision … Continued
When legendary Queen West watering hole Squirly’s Bar & Grill closed its doors late last year, it wasn’t just the regulars who were heartbroken — the staff felt it too. Now, one former team member is bringing the iconic bar back to life with a revamped version that pays tribute to the original. Located at … Continued
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
Toronto has long been recognized for its award-winning restaurants, but now, our cocktail scene is getting its due. Five of the city’s top bars have made the North America’s 50 Best Bars extended list for 2025, which ranks bars from 51 to 100 for the first time. This expanded list highlights more cities and cocktail … 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
Spring in Ontario isn’t just a season — it’s a spectacle. For a fleeting few weeks between late April and early May, the province is draped in delicate clouds of pink and white as cherry blossoms burst into bloom. Whether you want to stay close to the city or venture out, Ontario has some stunning … Continued
