Business

It was with great satisfaction — and yes, a touch of sadness — that I read our Councillor’s announcement last month in Leaside Life about the completion of the City’s major capital improvements at Leaside …more

Write Impressions, the popular and lively stationery store anchoring the northeast corner of Bayview and Millwood, is celebrating its quarter-century anniversary this December, joining a select group of high street retailers with remarkable staying power. …more

While he was earning a bachelor’s degree in psychology and English at Queen’s University, Matthew Tormey, a local expert in design and woodworking, realized that he was not cut out for a desk job. He …more

When the owners of Sophie’s Kitchen at 1614 Bayview decided it was time to sell, Anosha Thamesh, with her husband in the background, was ready to buy, in July 2023. Sophie’s got a new look …more

Turco Persian Rug Company has been cleaning, mending and caring for Torontonians’ carpets for over a century. But did you know that this venerable business has its roots in Leaside? The Leaside-local part of the …more

Dr. Jill Shainhouse is not only a longtime Leaside resident, she’s also the owner of a naturopathic clinic right here in the neighbourhood. Insight Naturopathic Clinic offers a wide range of services including care in …more

Here’s the challenge: identify the location pictured below: London’s Docklands? New York’s South Street Seaport? Perhaps closer to home – Toronto’s Distillery District? Try Leaside’s Industrial Street. It’s a little bit of faux 19th century …more

Like many people, Edun Valdman suffered sinus and breathing issues as a kid that made it challenging to pursue his many sports activities. Still, he worked to improve his skills and as an adult continues …more

For many people, and especially parents, September, not January, is the beginning of a new year. If you’re the parent of an infant to 4-year-old, you might be interested in learning about Rainbow Songs to …more