When my kids were much younger, I used to think I was the world’s worst mother as I delivered them to the schoolyard on the first day of school each September. While other parents were …more
In my house, there are a few rooms (possibly one) that are completely devoid of clutter. But then, there is THE room where clutter truly reigns – the place where things we planned to someday …more
For the first time in 20 years, a Leaside Wildcats team has brought home gold from the provincial finals. The Bantam BB team was coached by Steve Gross, Robyn Wheeldon, Jason Delgado, Emma Ritchie, Karen …more
People often harken past to the innocence of the old days in their neighbourhood when everything was pure and ne’er a law was broken. Yet while Leaside has definitely seen its recent share of traffic …more
When 17-year-old Emily Seal told me that she had been an aggressive hockey player, I truly wanted to say “hogwash” (not the actual word I wanted to use, but this is a family publication). Seal …more
Jamie Behan is, as one of his coaches calls him, “a man of few words who speaks with his actions.” And in the world of snowboard racing, Behan has used his actions to become a …more
I recently sat down with Shove, Frosty, Viris, and Cheeks. These are not your Flopsy, Mopsy, Cottontail, or Peter. They’re hard-core serious athletes who kick ass on the roller derby track. But while they are …more
Tabatha Bull is fiercely proud of her Indigenous roots and has devoted her career and volunteer time to celebrating, promoting, protecting, and bettering the lives of Indigenous peoples living both within, and outside, their communities. …more
Leaside boasts a wealth of independent business owners, many of whom are personally committed to our community. One such business moved into the neighbourhood nearly a year ago with a particular commitment to youth. Elevate …more
I love sports. I spend a lot of time watching sports, reading about sports, and I love being active. But there are a lot of sports I know nothing about. Such is the case with …more
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