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About Susan Scandiffio
Susan Scandiffio was born in Scotland and raised in Toronto. While she holds a master’s degree in history, her main passion (besides her wonderful family) is sports. Susan can often be found at the A.C.C. or in a Leaside arena or playing field, scoping out stories for Leaside Life.
Community

Leaside teens, don’t get into a Jam

December 1, 2017 Susan Scandiffio

For generations, kids have attended outdoor parties. Field, ravine, “bush,” and park parties are nothing new and have been popular activities for Leaside kids looking to let off a little steam. But for this generation …more

Wildcat winners!
Sports

Wildcats: “You can’t be what you can’t see”

December 1, 2017 Susan Scandiffio

While this might not be the official motto of the Toronto Leaside Girls Hockey Association (TLGHA), it’s an objective the league aspires to meet in all aspects of their organization. With more than 1,600 girls …more

These avid runners hit the trails in Leaside every week. Photo By Sue Pribaz.
Nature

Put down that smartphone and run, bike, hike or walk Leaside

November 1, 2017 Susan Scandiffio

Put down those smartphones and turn off that Netflix. Step away from your homework. (Studies show that exercise increases brain function.) It’s time to run, bike, hike, and walk your way into the hidden gems …more

People

They did the dash, they did the Monster Dash!

October 1, 2017 Susan Scandiffio

A wise person once said, “The only way you’ll catch me running is if someone is chasing me!” A wiser person hears about the Monster Dash and can’t wait to run! Or walk. On Sunday, …more

Campbell Bryson (centre) and the Trailblazers celebrate a good ride. Photo by Heather Gershon.
Sports

Two-time Canadian champion leads the Rolph Road School Trailblazers

October 1, 2017 Susan Scandiffio

Torontonians are fortunate to have access to a wealth of trails for hiking, walking, running, inline skating…and for the kids of Rolph Road School, mountain biking. Every Monday, when the weather is dry, the Rolph …more

The boys with their siblings from left to right: Josh, Tate and Jacob Golden, Will and Mike Reilly. Photo by Susan Scandiffio.
Sports

Pittsburgh and Minnesota select Leaside boys in 2017 NHL Draft

September 1, 2017 Susan Scandiffio

June 24th, 2017. National Hockey League Draft Day. As many young hockey players paced the floor nervously or chewed on their fingernails hoping they might hear their names being called by a big league team, …more

Photo By David Bryant
People

Meet David Bryant, Leaside’s master of flash

July 1, 2017 Susan Scandiffio

Leasiders have had wonderful local opportunities to celebrate Canada’s 150th birthday in the first six months of 2017. With the beautiful red and white tulips outside the Leaside Library, commemorative programming inside the library, special …more

First airmail in Canada delivered to the Leaside Aerodrome
History

Happy 100th, Leaside Aerodrome

July 1, 2017 Susan Scandiffio

In the middle of the First World War, the British Royal Flying Corps was in need of additional pilots, mechanics, and maintenance crews so Canada stepped up. Construction of several training stations, including ones in …more

Moranne accepting the gift along with (l-r: Jennifer Smith, (President, TLGHA), Jenny Shaw (Ian’s daughter), Pat Shaw (Ian’s wife), and Suzanne Hume (Registrar, TLGHA).
Sports

Recognizing a young woman with a real passion for the game

June 1, 2017 Susan Scandiffio

WANTED: individual for part-time work. Must be in top-notch physical condition, willing to work early mornings and late nights, and able to withstand verbal abuse and a constant questioning of your skills. This may be …more

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  • Editor’s Welcome: The kids are all right, 2022 edition
  • The inaugural Ruth & Harry Goldhar Journalism Award awarded at LHS
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  • Summer means using your “packing gene”
  • The Bells of Leaside: Remembering the Canada Varnish Carillon
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