10 Day Trips From Toronto on One Tank of Gas
Need a break from the Big Smoke? These great escapes offer world-class hiking trails, historic hamlets and charming outdoor markets.
Mimico: The Fascinating History of One of Toronto’s Oldest Neighbourhoods
Back in the day, small-town charm and "big city" excitement met up just west of Toronto.
10 Great Day Trips from Hamilton
No matter which direction you head out of "The Hammer," you’ll find plenty of fascinating places worth exploring.
This Innovative Academic Program Teaches Math Through Basketball
BallMatics is proving to be a winning combination for Toronto students.
The Best Christmas Markets Across Canada
From the snow-capped peaks of Banff to Charlottetown's winter wonderland, here's where you'll find the most magical Christmas markets in...
Remembering Our First Christmas in Canada
In the winter of 1963, this Irish family celebrated their first Christmas in Toronto. The snow was like nothing they...
More Than Just a Cemetery: Exploring Toronto’s Mount Pleasant Cemetery
Toronto’s historic Mount Pleasant Cemetery is the final resting place of many prominent Canadians, and boasts one of North America’s...
Toronto’s Best-Kept Bird Watching Secrets
The green spaces of downtown Toronto are atwitter with a thriving population of feathered friends—if you know where to look...
The Toronto Ice Storm That (Nearly) Stole Christmas
I was determined to bring my splintered family together for the best-ever holiday. Nature had other ideas.
Coming to Canada: Life Has Come Full Circle
Many people decide to come to Canada. But how many make that big move twice?
How a Mentorship Program in Toronto Helps Vulnerable Youth Succeed
Founded by Sudanese refugee Mustafa El Amin, MyStand provides support for racialized youth to build successful careers.
Why City Noise Is Bad for Your Health
Background noise—from traffic, from industry—is killing us. Here’s what you can do about it.
These Volunteer Cyclists Are Delivering Groceries to Toronto’s Needy
David Shellnutt founded The Bike Brigade to deliver food and medical supplies to Toronto’s most vulnerable residents. Since the beginning...
Penny Will Pull Through
During the COVID-19 lockdown, the recovery of a beloved family pet provides hope that there is light at the end...
Taking in Boarders Forced Me to Share My Space and, I’ll Admit, Become a Nicer Person
As Toronto's housing crisis grew, I decided to rent out my home to boarders.
This Former Ice Capades Figure Skater is Fit and Fabulous at 79!
Toronto's Tokiko Yoshihara-Lepik is living proof that you’re only as old as you feel!
After Immigrating from Colombia, I Quickly Fell in Love with Canada. Its Winters? Not So Much
I have an adversarial relationship with winter. Basically, the season torments me.
10 Things You Must See at the Art Gallery of Ontario
From groundbreaking Canadian artists to legendary works from around the world, these are the Art Gallery of Ontario's absolute must-sees....
This is the Longest, Tallest and Fastest Dive Roller Coaster in the World
The record-breaking Yukon Striker roller coaster is not for the feint of heart... And it's located right here in Canada!
TIFF Tips: A Guide to the 2018 Toronto International Film Festival
Every September, Hollywood heads north for the Toronto International Film Festival, where movies from around the globe compete for prizes...
5 Things You Should Know About TIFF Premiere Parties
I've always been a major movie buff, but in 2017, I covered my first Toronto International Film Festival as an...
You Have to Risk Falling to Be Able to Fly
One-time wannabe Wright brother Terry Fallis recalls his ill-fated childhood quest to conquer the skies with a homemade hang-glider.
This Facebook Group is Making Toronto Safer For Everyone
After a woman in a hijab was attacked, Kanwar Anit Singh Saini and Mita Hans saw an opportunity to take...
15 Minutes With Brett Lawrie
In June 2017, B.C. native and former Blue Jays infielder Brett Lawrie returned to Toronto to talk playing through pain,...
My Hometown: Exploring Toronto’s Green Spaces
Escaping the city streets into hidden green spaces is easier than it seems in the big city.
9 Toronto Attractions Every Canadian Should Visit
From the CN Tower to the Royal Ontario Museum, these are Toronto's biggest and most culturally significant attractions. Oh, and...
5 Shopping Tips for the Canadian International AutoShow
For 10 days in mid-February, the Metro Toronto Convention Centre is transformed into a car hunter’s paradise. Here’s how you...
What’s On: Toronto Light Festival
Got a case of the February blues? Try a shot of light therapy. The Toronto Light Festival—on now until March...
50 Ways to Fall in Love With Toronto All Over Again
Whether you're a seasoned Torontonian, new to the city, or a tourist touching down for a visit, these 50 things...