In 2022, Fairgrounds Public Racket Club converted a midtown Toronto site to a temporary but vastly popular pickleball club, showcasing the fast-growing sport’s social side. Now, following its opening at the Stackt Market earlier this year, the club is set for massive growth announcing a number of new facilities including a flagship location back in … [Read more…]
Forest fires in Ontario and beyond lead to higher home insurance rates
David Suzuki is a world-renowned scientist, broadcaster, activist, co-founder of the David Suzuki Foundation and author of more than 30 books on ecology (written with files from senior editor Ian Hanington). The world is on fire. Sometimes it seems not enough people care. If smoke-choked skies and evacuations don’t convince people the climate crisis is real, … [Read more…]
An astronomy lover’s guide to stargazing in Ontario
There’s something infinitely wonderful about looking out at a sky filled with stars — and in Ontario, we have some of the most beautiful spots designated just for stargazing. With roughly 80 per cent of Canada uninhabited, there are vast expanses of untouched and pristine wilderness far from the lights and noise of our biggest … [Read more…]
Chef Schulz’s Summer Mussels Pasta Salad (served cold) recipe
Chef’s Note: Mussels are a tasty versatile food and super easy to cook. I like cooking mine with wine (white of course). I love the taste of mussels when they come fresh from the ocean. Combine this with easy to cook pasta (Macaroni), add a few simple garnishes and this dish stands out on your … [Read more…]
Mayor Chow’s first phone call to kickstart an affordable housing strategy
The key person Olivia Chow should talk to for the provision of affordable housing is Jagmeet Singh. He might not be the prime minister, but he has a formidable card to play, the same card played by the NDP leader David Lewis in 1972. Fifty-one years ago, Pierre Elliott Trudeau was caught after the election … [Read more…]
Scottie Barnes gets into Toronto’s favourite craze: condo development
Toronto Raptors star Scottie Barnes is collaborating on a new condo development project in the city. Originate Developments and its partner, Harlo Capital, are announcing a collaboration with the professional basketball player and Bowlway by Scottie purveyor. The project involves an 18-storey mixed-use development situated between Toronto’s vibrant King West and Queen West neighborhoods, known … [Read more…]
City employee involved in heated exchange at High Park protest
Yesterday a pro-car protest in High Park got heated and a social media post shows the driver using his vehicle against a counter-protestor. Turns out, the driver works for the City of Toronto and it might not go well for him over the next couple of days. During the protest, a City of Toronto employee … [Read more…]
Justin Trudeau and Sophie Grégoire Trudeau announce separation
Prime Minister Justin Trudeau and his wife Sophie Grégoire Trudeau are separating after 18 years of marriage. The pair announced the break up in matching statements shared to their Instagram accounts on Wednesday morning. They shared that the decision came after “many meaningful and difficult conversations.” “As always, we remain a close family with deep … [Read more…]
An overview of Arctic tents – the key points you need to know before buying this type of tent
Camping in the cold season requires a little more preparation and skills, but active recreation during this period is worth it. Complete silence and picturesque landscape – a real blessing for true adventure lovers. Of course, preparation begins with finding the Arctic tents that best meet your current needs. Learn the basics of choosing arctic … [Read more…]
Auto-besity and the politics of Toronto parking
During the mayoral byelection, congestion emerged as an issue for the city. The Board of Trade has pegged the cost of congestion at $11 billion annually in the Toronto area. There are many proposals to deal with congestion, including, co-ordinating road work, increasing cycling infrastructure and improved public transit. Then, there is parking. Parking on … [Read more…]