The Laird in Focus Site and Area Specific Policy (SASP) is a development plan currently working its way through city government and described on the City’s website as “a vision and plan to guide growth …more
Welcome to our second real estate column, where different Leaside real estate agents and experts offer their unique take on housing in the community. This month, Charlene Kalia, a sales representative with Chestnut Park Real …more
Proposed Laird in Focus Plan policies and RioCan’s development application for 815-845 Eglinton Ave. East both passed major milestones recently. North York Community Council adopted staff recommendations for policies, called Special Area and Site Policies …more
Carols with Friends at St. Cuthbert’s A long-standing tradition at St. Cuthbert’s, Leaside is Carols with Friends – this year on Mon., Dec. 16, starting at 7 p.m. in the church. For many, this evening …more
Welcome to our 2019 Holiday gift guide!
Anna Maria Graziano is one busy lady these days. Fifteen years ago, she opened an Italian restaurant and takeout pasta store at Fairlawn and Avenue Road aimed primarily at serving the local community. Recently, Graziano …more
I would like to extend my warmest wishes to you and your families this holiday season. I hope you are able to relax and spend time with loved ones during this busy time of year! …more
Early in November the Leaside Property Owners’ Association held our 2019 Annual General Meeting. It was well-attended. We reported about many of the usual subjects of interest and/or concern to Leasiders, such as development pressures …more
It seems the pace of threats to Leaside’s residential character is quickening. The LPOA recently asked our councillor to arrange a meeting with City Planning to consider the status of the various efforts proposed over …more
Two songs are competing for space in my head. Joni Mitchell’s Big Yellow Taxi (“They paved paradise…”) and Pink Floyd’s Another Brick in the Wall (“We don’t need no thought control…”). What’s racking my brain? …more
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