A Real Life Saver
For the past 32 years, Woody Woodfine has saved countless lives, animal and human
The Final Mission
Relatives say farewell to beloved family member who chose a medically assisted death
Don’t Stop The Music
One music studio in Brampton is keeping the universal language alive
Tuning to Creativity
By Ariel Brookes Inside the waiting room of the Yellow Dog Music School, the lively melody of the electric guitar and the deep pulse of the drums can be felt in the vibrations in the walls. The drums and guitar aren’t playing in sync, they are coming from two different practice rooms. The chaotic feeling…
Cultivating a Healthy Habit of Reading
The Comic Room is located on the side of an old plaza across from Scarborough Health Network General Hospital. There are no big billboards or neon lights calling attention to it; blink and you’ll miss the store when driving by. However, the sign that reads “Books ½ price” is inviting enough to attract curious minds.
Limitless Heights
Lawrence Heights warriors fight back against racist stereotypes and barriers that plague their neighbourhood
Steeped in History
By Meara Khanna With a clink, a tea cup is set down. Classical music flows softly throughout the space. Delicate flutters of china tap each other; whether from the ‘cheers’ of glasses between diners or a spoon tapping excess sugar onto the small, accompanying saucer. The cheerful, soft voice of the front desk hostess is…
Building Community in a Butcher Shop
Yonge Lawrence village butcher enriches neighbourhood for over 20 years by connecting with the area.
Vatte is the New Latte
By Duaa Rizvi It was three hours past noon and the lunch rush was dying down at The Cold Pressery. The distinct sound of the coffee machine could be heard echoing throughout the café. A bell rings as an Iced Vatte – yes, Vatte – is ready at the pick-up counter. A head pops out…
A Saturday Tradition
By Bree Duwyn The smell of nutmeg hangs in the air, mingling with fresh basil and the faint earthy tones of handcrafted soap. One vendor helps a customer count a dozen duck eggs before placing them neatly in a carton. It’s a busy morning at Evergreen’s Saturday Farmers Market, and artisans are perched behind booths,…