Sports
These sisters have one another’s (hockey) backs
There are two things I have wanted almost my entire life that just aren’t in the cards. From the age of 9, I desperately wanted to be on Hockey Night in Canada as a colour …more
Month: December 2018
Business
Bayview Holiday Window Decorating Contest – 2nd annual
Leaside Life is thrilled to be partnering once again with the Bayview Leaside BIA to sponsor the 2nd Annual Bayview Holiday Window Display Contest. We are encouraging as many local merchants and businesses as possible …more
Leaside Residents Association
Coming soon…LPOA’s annual general meeting
First, a correction: The LPOA’s Annual General Meeting will take place on MONDAY, DECEMBER 10th. My apologies for the change in date from late November, due to a room scheduling conflict. I can confirm that …more
Sports
Hockey legend attends the induction of his daughter into the Leaside Sports Hall of Fame
Leaside Sports Hall of Fame member George “The Chief” Armstrong (inducted in 2015), attended the 2018 Induction Ceremony in the William Lea Room on November 16th along with his daughter Betty Ann Armstrong, right, and …more
Community
Neighbours explore a hidden river of Leaside
On a blustery cold Saturday in early November, a dozen north and south Leasiders gathered in Leaside High’s parking lot intent on exploring Walmsley Brook, a hidden river that runs under the school. The group’s …more
Real Estate
An architectural guide to Leaside house styles | Part III
As part of our House Style Series, we would like to showcase two completely different styles that can be recognized in different areas of the neighbourhood. The Bungalow Craftsman Style derives from the original Arts …more
Leaside Litterati
Reefer madness in Leaside?
Wednesday, Oct. 17, 2018, 12.01 a.m., seemed like any other Wednesday night on Rumsey Rd. Yet that date and time will go down in history as the day recreational cannabis became legal in Canada. There …more
Community
The shoe must go on as Caroline Spitzer takes over drive
Physical activity. It’s essential for developing strong bones and it lowers the risk of several diseases. It helps you keep a healthy body weight and improves mood. Importantly, for students, physical activity has been shown …more
Sports
Marathoner Bob Weir swims his way to new peaks
When someone tells you they climbed Mt. Kilimanjaro just for “something to do,” you know you’re not dealing with your New Year’s resolution “athlete.” Bob Weir, in fact, is nowhere near your average athlete. Weir …more
Business
Gotta party? No time to plan? No worries. Prep Fête’s got you covered
Recently, Andy Elder of Grilltime needed some help with his 10th anniversary celebrations. He called on a very local business to add to the fun. Prep Fête’s the name – and it’s the brainchild of …more