People

As a preschooler growing up in Leaside, Katherine Leyton longed to read. “Books inspired me to write,” she said. “Starting in Grade 2, I was always reading and writing. My commitment never wavered, even when …more

Marjorie Tuck will celebrate her 100th on April 23rd.  This long-time Leasider has enjoyed an interesting and varied life. After graduating from Humberside Collegiate, she did office work at Manulife before marrying Jim Tuck, the …more

Diane Gray’s maternal grandfather, W.T. Oliver, was a housebuilder in Leaside and East York. He would purchase a lot or two, build houses on them, move into one, buy another few lots… rinse and repeat. …more

If the name Kathleen Goldhar rings a bell, it should: she is the daughter of the founders of Leaside Life, Ruth and Harry Goldhar. To say she has journalism in the blood would be an …more

Lorna Krawchuk I have two memories specifically of working with John Godfrey when he was the MP for Don Valley West. John and his staff put a lot of time and effort into working with …more

When Alan Redway died in early January, his family said that he did not wish a public announcement and “hoped that those close to him would understand and respect his wishes.” While respecting his wishes, …more

John Godfrey, Member of Parliament for Don Valley West from 1993 to 2008, died on December 18, 2023. He was an academic, politician, and headmaster in his multi-varied career, but he was always an innovator, …more

Kathryn Whaley describes herself as “so blessed to be part of such a supportive community.” She is referring to her church community at Leaside Presbyterian Church, her neighbourhood community in North Leaside and also a …more

Margaret Atwood is the most famous writer to come from Leaside. Everyone knows that. But not everyone knows that Michael Redhill lives here with his wife and two stepsons. Poet, playwright, and novelist, Redhill is …more