We are thrilled to announce an exciting partnership between Leaside Life and UHN Rally for Rehab. Set against the backdrop of our vibrant neighbourhood, this collaboration marks a significant step towards fostering wellness within our …more
While a song about a character’s inability to rebuff a “suitor” in the classic Broadway musical Oklahoma was vaguely comedic, Toronto’s Committee of Adjustment’s seeming indifference to the word “no” is nothing for Leasiders to …more
1918 was an eventful year for the Leaside Aerodrome (also known as Camp Leaside), the large military facility north of Wicksteed which trained cadets and airmen for combat during WW1. That was the year, of …more
The April “big clean” may have come and gone, but it seems that litter never sleeps. And it is never so prevalent than when you live across the street from a public space like Trace …more
Inspirational author Dr. Orison Swett Marden once wrote that “all who have accomplished great things have had a great aim, have fixed their gaze on a goal which was high, one which sometimes seemed impossible.” …more
Juggling athletics and academics can be challenging. Add in community service work, and the balancing act can be precarious! But for Grade 10 student Neil Katyal, his tremendous ability to deliver in school, on the …more
As Leaside Life was heading into production, we learned of the death of Councillor Jaye Robinson. The Don Valley West councillor was a powerful and passionate advocate for the Leaside, Bennington Heights, and Thorncliffe communities. …more
As I write, a giant sinkhole has opened up on Moore Avenue, by the entrance to Mount Pleasant Cemetery’s Visitation Centre. To be accurate, I should really say the sinkhole has RE-opened, as this is …more
Every now and then opportunity knocks. Sometimes we heed the call, but sometimes we are tone-deaf. Rob Thomson is grateful he was listening and was all-in when the University Health Network’s (UHN) Cardiovascular Prevention and …more
In last month’s Leaside Life article, “Exploring the night economy – opportunity or threat for Leaside?” I posed the question: do you think a burgeoning night economy would be an improvement or a detriment for …more
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