Nature
Time to celebrate Leaside’s tree canopy
The trees of Leaside were the drawing card when Ted and I, then living in Thorncliffe Park, were starting to make decisions as to where in the city to buy a house. That was 1970. …more
Month: April 2021
Editor's Welcome
Editors Welcome
One of the things that has sustained me during the pandemic, which recently marked a grim first anniversary, is regularly getting outside. Whether for runs, walks, or merely strolls, on most days, I’ve been able …more
Community
Walking tours of Leaside
We have three walking tours of Leaside for your enjoyment. Choose from Central Leaside, Leaside Institutional Lands, or North Leaside! A (solo guided) walking tour. Part 1: Central Leaside A (solo guided) walking tour. Part …more
Business
BLT pivots to humanitarian building
Leaside-based BLT Construction has been operating since 1995, designing and building projects throughout Toronto and across Canada. The majority of their work has been in the restaurant, hotel, retail, and recreational facilities sectors, while …more
History
The Great Leaside house “lottery” of 1939
On the eve of World War II, a strange event took place in Leaside that captured the attention of much of Toronto, and beyond. It all began when the Riverdale Kiwanis Club of Toronto decided …more
Terry Fallis
Haute pandemic couture? Not a chance!
I know I’ve at least mentioned it before, but I think it’s worth revisiting. Of course, by now you’ll know that I’m talking about one of the less important elements of the pandemic but I’m …more