Business

I wanted to kick off this month’s column with a joke about road construction in Leaside, but I’m still working on it ☺… No matter how hard I try, the topic of traffic in Leaside …more

If you’ve never tried Pilates or are looking for a new class, allow me to make a personal recommendation. Pilates is one of those “anyone can do it,” low impact-big results types of programs that …more

Kate Kim, owner of NAKEDFACE Beauty Professionals on Bayview, states her mission right on her phone message: “Helping you achieve your skincare goals is what we are all about,” and she offers encouragement to “remember …more

Relevé, the beautiful boutique that opened at 1727 Bayview Ave. in March of 2021, derives its name from the classical ballet term and move meaning to elevate or rise up. Owner Gillian Medina, a former …more

Whether your goal is that your kids be safe and confident around water or become the next Penny Oleksiak, great swimming lessons are a must.  And when private lessons are offered right here in the …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

We’ve all done it! Skipped an exercise session, watched just one more episode on Netflix instead of getting in our 10,000 steps, ordered fries with our meal when we know salad is the better choice. …more

What does it take to run a successful second-hand book business in Toronto? And where? According to Leasider Peter Sellers, College Street in Little Italy has the same feel as Bayview did when he was …more

Trash pandas beware – Rick Roos has invented a way to spoil your nocturnal feasts. The 49-year-old Leaside father of one has created BinClaw, a device for securing your garbage bin from pesky raccoons and …more

-The “night economy” refers to all economic activities occurring between 6 p.m. and 6 a.m., extending well beyond just nightclubs and bars. This sector includes late-night eateries, retail outlets, cultural spots, entertainment venues, fitness centres, …more