Many Canadians view Internet as a necessity
Access to the Internet has become a staple in almost every household across Canada, but for those living in rural areas, the cost of staying connected can come with a hefty price tag.
Articles by Ryan Bakuska
Fitness trackers posing security risks
while the recent study by the University of Toronto showing serious security flaws in fitness trackers has frightened many people, Steven Williams is not concerned.
Dungeons & Dragons for charity
For many Dungeons & Dragons conjures up the image of a group of men situated around a table rolling dice and yelling out the names of spells. For software engineer Brady Cheung board games like…
A look at religious events and traditions happening throughout December
As one of the largest hubs of multiculturalism it is important to remember that Christmas will not be the only holiday celebration happening this month. The Observer has rounded up a sampling of some lesser know traditions also taking place.
Withrow Park tree lighting a harbinger of hope
Family, friends and neighbours crowded Withrow Park Wednesday to witness the lighting of its large Christmas tree. The tree not only spruced up the park but also gave visitors the opportunity to experience a moment of hopefulness.
Delay in Syrian refugees seen as setback
The Liberal government will not be able to meet its deadline to bring 25,000 Syrian refugees to Canada by the end of the year — a fact that does not sit well with residents of…
Toronto experiences small taste of Iceland
From Nov. 12 to 15 Torontonians had a little taste of Iceland. “It was amazing to experience a new culture,” said mechanic Chuck Weisner. “I was a little out of my depth but that’s what made it…
Toronto mourns with its French brethren
On Saturday the normal hustle and bustle of Nathan Phillips Square came to a halt and was transformed into a memorial of mourning and silence. With hundreds attending a silent vigil in response to the…
No more tears with flu prevention
Jessica Sands, an East York resident, recently took her three young children for influenza shots, but there were no needles involved. And no tears.
“This is the first year … none of my baby girls cried after getting their vaccine,” she said.