Stories
We’ve got mail!
After we put each issue of Leaside Life to bed, I never know for sure which stories will resonate with you, our readers, and prompt letters to us. Occasionally, we hear from you correcting inaccuracies …more
stories
History
Leasiders always liked a good party
Communal events were always popular in Leaside, but never more so than 60 to 80 years ago. Here’s how Leasiders back in the day liked to party on: Parades: From approximately 1940-1960, Leaside held a …more
Editor's Welcome
The kids are all right, 2021 edition
Last August, when the pandemic was a mere child of six months, Leaside students had already experienced online learning – and survived. As I wrote then: “In June, signs started popping up all over lawns …more
History
Leaside’s good scout loved hockey and Leaside
Last month, many Leasiders were again crushed when the Maple Leafs failed to advance in the playoffs. Despite the disappointment, we can take comfort knowing that our community has been home to many great hockey …more
Editor's Welcome
Calling all (would-be) writers!
Do you have a story to tell? Interested in what’s going on in Leaside? Want to give voice to what’s important to you in your community? Then we want to hear from you. Leaside Life’s …more
Editor's Welcome
Editor’s Welcome: Are we there yet, Part 2?
Last year I asked this question, perhaps a little prematurely. At that time the province was cautiously reopening parks and patios, businesses big and small, and all sorts of services. Well, we know how that …more
Leaside Litterati
Leaside Literati: The Invisible Rules
Long-time Leaside resident Paul Harrietha, PhD, has just published The Invisible Rules: What’s Really Holding Women Back in Business – And What to Do About It (Barlow, 2021). Despite all the positive press and growing …more
Editor's Welcome
Editors Welcome
One of the things that has sustained me during the pandemic, which recently marked a grim first anniversary, is regularly getting outside. Whether for runs, walks, or merely strolls, on most days, I’ve been able …more
Editor's Welcome
Editor’s welcome
Leaside is all about the people. And Leaside Life is all about telling the stories of the people – and businesses – that make up this special place. This issue of Leaside Life is particularly …more
Community
Storage shed becomes hot topic
Q. When does a storage shed become a hot topic? A. When it is no longer just a storage shed of course! A newly built “ancillary structure” in the backyard of a North Leaside house …more