Long Winters, Short Lines By Mike Spry There are two types of Southern Ontarians: Those who count the seconds until winter arrives, and those who can’t wait until it ends. For those of us in the former category, now is the winter of our content. Meteorologists are predicting a long one, aided by La Niña and a robust lake effect sure to bring both heavy snow and yet warm breaks. … [Read more...] about The Best Private Ski Clubs in Ontario
Picasso Exhibition at the Art Gallery of Ontario
The Catharsis of Picasso: The Blue Period Comes to the AGO By DC Rutherford An empire loses its grip on a legacy of colonialism. The credibility of the government is undermined and a coup d’état threatens from dark corners of populism. A parliamentary system is defined by polarity, as anarchism and fascism pull a nation to corners, to opposition, and apart. The proletariat confronts issues … [Read more...] about Picasso Exhibition at the Art Gallery of Ontario
HGTV’s Making it Home with Kortney Wilson & Kenny Brain
Making It Strong, Making It Hers, Making it Home Kortney Wilson’s story of making it through the last two years, while Making It Home with all new co-host Kenny Brain. By Brooke Madden When the clock struck 12 on January 1st, 2020, I don’t think any of us could have anticipated what was to come. Surrounded by loved ones in a packed bar (remember those?), champagne in hand, I know I … [Read more...] about HGTV’s Making it Home with Kortney Wilson & Kenny Brain
Hosting for the Holidays at the Lakehouse
By Brooke Madden It’s the most wonderful time of the year! Maybe some summer-loving folk are dreaming of warmer days by the lake, back when the ground wasn’t so slushy and the wind didn’t hurt your face. I stand in solidarity with you to an extent. But trust me, December isn’t all bad. I’m going to teach you how to embrace the seemingly eternal greyness of the outside world and help you create … [Read more...] about Hosting for the Holidays at the Lakehouse
Toronto’s No. 7 Rosedale
A Generational Address By DC Rutherford When William Botsford Jarvis and his wife, Mary, settled in what would become known as the Rosedale Estate in the early 1800s Canada—and Toronto for that matter—were barely ideas on the periphery of the Commonwealth. So named for its luxurious wild roses that freckled the property, the affluent neighbourhood that grew around it became Rosedale, one … [Read more...] about Toronto’s No. 7 Rosedale
Camp Ooch Builds On Greatness
Labour of Love By Leslie C. Smith It started out as a good idea. It has grown into a great one. In 1983, a small group of Muskoka-loving volunteers formed Camp Ooch, a no-charge, home-away-from-hospital camp for children with cancer. Decades later, their concept has grown to comprise not just the camp itself and nearby family accommodations, but a special recreation centre in Toronto … [Read more...] about Camp Ooch Builds On Greatness
