Business
Can we make Leaside green with envy?
I had put it off as long as I could, but on April 10th I reluctantly paid a visit to the gas station on Millwood Road. The $1.47 per litre confirmed the federal carbon tax …more
Articles by Glenn Asano
Business
City says Leaside is okay, but are we really?
Would it bother you if I told you Leaside placed eighth out of 140 in a City of Toronto ranking, just ahead of Rosedale but behind Lawrence Park and Forest Hill? Well, it would if …more
Business
Innovation is in Leaside’s DNA
Once again, I draw inspiration from our Leaside gardener Debora Kuchme. Last month she wrote, “In 1913, like a mindful gardener, Frederick Todd planted the seed for Leaside to become a Garden City. …He set …more
Business
Is it time to establish a Neighbourhood Watch?
After assessing the damage done to my portfolio in the roller coaster ride of the 2018 markets, I made a resolution to better protect my assets going forward. But some of my dearest assets do …more
Business
Mega’s secret touch turns lead into gold
Before the Japanese celebrate the new year, an important end of year ritual is osoji (a.k.a. the major cleanup), which provides the opportunity to welcome the incoming year with a clean slate. Never too early …more
Business
Have you ever paid the Leaside tax?
Fudge! I desperately tried to turn the front door latch, and it wouldn’t budge. The key turned and the deadbolt opened but the door handle latch just would not cooperate. What the fudge! I had …more
History
WW1 100th anniversary is a time for reflection
Canada was ranked the second “Best Country” in the world for 2018 (usnews.com). Canada typically fares well in these global assessments when compared with other nations and we have much to be proud of. In …more
Business
How social is Leaside’s social media?
As vibrant and strong as Leaside’s Wildcats, Flames, Leafs, tennis, badminton, and I’ll add in…Skyzone, and even the new Costco clubs are, the only club in Leaside that has more than 6,000 registered members is …more
Business
Magical backyards: gardens or laneway suites? The choice could be yours
Toronto has been slow to begin taking advantage of its approximately 250 kilometres of laneways as a viable housing alternative. But, on June 28th our City Council adopted the Official Plan and zoning bylaw amendments …more
Business
There goes the neighbourhood – Part 2
Last month I was keen to start exploring the impact the generational shift taking place in Leaside-Bennington will have. There is no denying the demographics, and after my enjoyable foray into the world of Millennials, …more