By Ron Johnson
Barack Obama is in Toronto today for a sold-out keynote speech Former U.S. president Barack Obama is in Toronto on Friday evening for a sold-out keynote appearance at a Canadian public policy gala. The 44th president is headlining Canada 2020’s 20th Anniversary Gala, billed as An Evening with President Barack Obama, from 5 to 8 … Continued
By Ron Johnson
After a year that included her first Academy Award, KPop Demon Hunters creator Maggie Kang can now add a key to her hometown to her now sizeable collection. Mayor Olivia Chow presented Toronto’s Key to the City last night to animator and filmmaker Kang, creator of the Oscar-winning animated film in a ceremony at the Departure Festival … Continued
Market season is officially here in Toronto, thanks to the return of warm weather in the city (finally!). From here on out until the end of summer, you can basically fill up every weekend with a new market to attend — and this weekend, there’s a pretty incredible one happening on Toronto’s coolest street. For … Continued
By Ron Johnson
Well, after a very short training camp and preseason, the Toronto Tempo has just announced its opening day roster for the team’s inaugural WNBA season, unveiling a squad built with experienced veterans, international talent, and promising young players. The roster includes several well-known WNBA names including local basketball icon Kia Nurse as well as Marina … Continued
Toronto’s wellness scene is starting to look a lot more like Hollywood’s. For years, the gap between celebrity wellness treatments and the everyday person’s daily routines felt completely inaccessible. But now, with the rise of social media, we know more than ever before about all the experimental, cutting edge and sometimes kind of ridiculous treatments … Continued
By Ron Johnson
Travelling between Toronto and Stratford will soon be easier, and for those looking for a fun day or weekend getaway sans the automobile, that’s great news. GO Transit said it will extend its Kitchener Line to Stratford starting July 6, adding a new train stop in the southwestern Ontario city. The new route will give … Continued
By Nisean Lorde
Toronto’s food scene is packed with hidden gems, but this year’s ByBlacks Restaurant Week is putting a spotlight on Black-owned businesses serving the most flavourful comfort food! The annual celebration runs from May 11 to 17 and highlights restaurants and caterers offering everything from smoky Nigerian suya and Lagos-style shawarma to braised oxtail, jerk lobster, … Continued
The restaurant scene in Toronto is in one of those too many good options, not enough nights phases. This week’s new openings stretch across the city, from intimate cocktail bars in the east end to small tasting menus in North York, plus late-night fried chicken, Greek comfort food, Persian plates and Portuguese home cooking that … Continued
2026 has been the year of the rebrand for some of Toronto’s most beloved restaurants, but perhaps none has sparked more conversation than ONZE. The 11-seat intimate tasting experience opened earlier this spring in place of LSL at 2066 Avenue Road in North York. At $495-per-head, the price tag is a step back from … Continued
Mother’s Day weekend is upon us, and there are plenty of fun things to do in Toronto. And with some actually nice weather on the horizon, it’s going to be a great one! From comedy shows to the Toronto Tempo and Elton John, these are the best things to do in Toronto this weekend. Departure … Continued
By Ron Johnson
One of America’s most recognisable basketball owners just bought a stake in the Brampton Honey Badgers of the Canadian Elite Basketball League. The news that Mark Cuban, former owner of the Dallas Mavericks, star of the TV show Shark Tank, and all-around wealthy bro, is coming to the GTA was mentioned during a Brampton city … Continued
Mother’s Day is fast approaching, and whether you’re a last-minute planner or just want something to make this year’s plans a little more fun, there’s plenty to do in Toronto to make this year’s holiday a special one. Flower markets, hikes, Blue Jays: choose your own adventure for Mother’s Day 2026! Toronto Flower Market Mother’s … Continued
