While Toronto waits for marijuana legalization on Oct. 17, one doctor in East York is already taking action.
THE LATEST
Tavares shines bright for Blue and White in Toronto exhibition debut
John Tavares’ anticipated Scotiabank Arena debut was an exhibition thriller as the Maple Leafs beat the Sabres, 5-3, on Friday night.
John Tavares pots two as Leafs beat Sabres 5-3
John Tavares scored twice in his home Scotiabank Arena exhibition debut as the Maple Leafs beat the Buffalo Sabres, 5-3, on Friday night.
Leaside Corn Roast raises money for new hospice
While the Corn Roast was a fun day for the community, “the event aims at raising money towards building a new hospice in Toronto.”
‘Pignic’ raises money for homeless guinea pigs
Over 1,000 people attended the Pignic, as children and adults alike brought their prized pets to mix and mingle with guinea pigs of different breeds and sizes.
What’s up in East York
Interesting events around East York this week.
NEWS
The painful lessons of a violent summer
it is inconceivable that a playground — a place that epitomizes childhood innocence — could become a crime scene.
Education literally outside the box at local school
Chester Elementary is one of three pilot schools for the Outdoor Play and Learning (OPAL) program.
Custom-made jackets make Pape look good
Whether you want to make a bold political statement with a Colin Kaepernick jacket, fangirl for Drake with a T-shirt or even put the lyrics of your favourite song on an item of clothing or accessory, artistic clothing creators Paul Nguyen and Sophia Noronha can make it happen.
Video shows gunman firing in East York
A dramatic surveillance video emerged on social media Saturday, following the Friday night shooting at a house party. This was just one of three shootings one fatal, across the city of Toronto Friday night.
‘Ping-pong’ election shocks local nominees
Diane Dyson’s first run as city councilor wasn’t what she expected. She doesn’t know her ward, her competition or her budget, but she does know one thing about this election — “it’s making voter’s heads spin.”
SPORTS
Canadian sprinter Khamica Bingham found resilience in face of tragedy
March 27th, 2015. It’s a day that Canadian sprinter Khamica Bingham won’t soon forget.
Houston’s long-ball approach in NBA playoffs brings memories of 2015 Astros
The Houston Rockets missed 27 three-pointers in a row in Game 7 of the Western Conference Finals, allowing the Golden State Warriors a come-from-behind win and missing yet another chance at the NBA Finals. Flashback to the 2015 Houston Astros, a team that got its runs almost exclusively via the home run and saw it all go awry as strikeouts eventually got the best of them in the ALDS.
Leaside’s Leaf Shack gathers hockey fans for a cause
For 15 years, East Yorkers have gathered at Doug Radford’s Leaf Shack to watch every Toronto Maple Leafs playoff game.
Team Koe curls to convincing win on way to Player’s Championship semis
On a day slated full of playoff action for Toronto sports teams, hometown favourites Team Epping took to the stage first, against Team Koe, at the historic former Maple Leaf Gardens.
ARTS & LIFE
East York arts fair celebrates 10 years
The Danforth East Arts Fair celebrated its tenth anniversary last weekend, and featured the work of dozens of local artists.
Microsoft Store holding first-ever women’s gaming social
The Microsoft Store at the Toronto Eaton’s Centre will be hosting their first ever Womens gaming social.
The goal of the event is to empower women who play video games, and to discuss the importance of community involvement.
Local restaurant hosts celebration fit for a king
Dutch ex-pats will be painting the Danforth orange today (April 27) and tomorrow in honour of King Willem-Alexander’s 51st birthday.
FEATURES
Father-daughter duo co-direct documentary
Ali Weinstein started swimming at the East York Community Centre before her first birthday. Her father, Larry Weinstein, says while other kids were miserable in the water, she had the widest smile he’d ever seen.
Wine-making family creates buzz about bullying
As a child, Andrew von Teichman was bullied for wearing an eye-patch to treat his astigmatism. That experience helped determine how he and his wife, Natalie von Teichman, would later raise their own four sons.
Creating community through native plants
A good way to start a love affair between the community and native plants is to approach local organizations for permission to garden on their property, says gardening expert Lorraine Johnson.
OPINION
Why less sex-ed is a dangerous thing
One of Doug Ford’s campaign promises was to remove the 2015 sex-ed curriculum for elementary students. He is making it come true.
City’s road safety efforts need more action, not more plans
A mayoral candidate’s safer streets proposal isn’t fresh, it could work. All it needs is the city and councils support.
Doug Ford is making a mockery of democracy in Ontario
There are certain unwritten rules in politics that our politicians have always abided by until now.