Events
November 2022 Events
Guys Night Out – Leaside Toy Drive Thursday, November 24th, 7:30PM @ The Leaside Pub: The event that started The Leaside Toy Drive 18 years ago is back after a two-year absence! Save the date …more
Month: November 2022
Community
John Masterson and his 132nd Scout Group are trooping with trees at Leaside Presbyterian
It’s that time of year again! Early snowflakes dancing! Scouts selling Christmas trees! And John Masterson sporting his famous moustache at Leaside Presbyterian Church! Scouts at Leaside Presbyterian, annual Christmas tree sales, and John Masterson …more
Development
Leaside Railway Station demolished for Ontario Line “Early Works”
The demolition in late September of Leaside’s former Canadian Pacific Railway Station has evoked a mixed response. Some were concerned about loss of heritage, but others were skeptical – “the most ugly cladding from the …more
Business
A fond farewell to favourite Bella Rouge
More change is coming to the small retail strip on Millwood Road between Rumsey and Airdrie. In April, Leaside Hair Design came to the end of its 25-year stretch. Now, the building housing Bella Rouge …more
Business
Amsterdam good business in Leaside
Over the years I have written often about the Leaside Business Park, its remarkable history, promise, challenges and importance to our community as a whole. But most importantly, about the entrepreneurs and their businesses that …more
Sports
Keeping active in Leaside, Part 2
Last month we offered a list of options within Leaside to keep active without having to commit to a team or class (because sometimes our schedules can be just a little “loosey-goosey.”) We asked if …more
Terry Fallis
Thanksgiving turkey, mashed potatoes and…what?
As I write this, we’ve just arrived home from our traditional Thanksgiving weekend at the cottage – an annual affair we’ve enjoyed for more than… well… I’m just not up to the math right now, …more
History
Leaside’s Plywood Fabricators supported the war effort
Leaside residents who frequent the Loblaws store on Redway Rd. or enjoy hikes in Crothers Woods may be surprised to learn they are near the site of Plywood Fabricators, a company that played a significant …more
History
Remembering Ernest Glover: Leaside’s forgotten Korean War ace
The Korean War (1950-1953) is sometimes called Canada’s “Forgotten War,” despite the participation of over 26,000 Canadians in the United Nations-led initiative to halt Communist aggression against South Korea. One of those participants was Flight-Lieutenant …more
Editor's Welcome
“Lest we forget”
For two minutes on November 11, at the 11th hour, Canadians are invited to remember, in silent reflection. Canada has declared that the date is of “remembrance for the men and women who have served, …more