Chen Cho, his wife Diana and sons Sydney and Kevin are the heartbeat of Passion Fruits and Savory Thymes. They enjoy being part of the Leaside neighbourhood, and the neighbours return the compliment. As I …more
Tobie Loukes is fiercely proud of her Indigenous roots. And for those students lucky enough to be taught by her, Loukes is an inspirational wealth of knowledge about Indigenous culture and history. Coupled with her …more
I was all set with my editor’s message for April. It was to be a celebration of sorts. With Covid restrictions lifting, I was looking forward to a springier season, with the reopening of Leaside’s …more
Heroes are all around us – thank you! Two years ago, at the start of the pandemic, Leaside Life columnist Susan Scandiffio interviewed local heroes on the Covid frontlines. Not just healthcare workers but also …more
In 2020, Leaside Life recognized a number of our residents who were on the frontlines battling, and keeping us safe from, Covid. The physical, emotional, and economic strains in every corner of the globe persist …more
It’s been two years now since I last sat down, face to face, with the Leaside Life editorial team. In the “before” era, we’d meet regularly to plan the issue. These meetings were always exhilarating. …more
Little did Leasiders Craig and Matt Kinch know that an impromptu knock on a door on Broadway Avenue in 2003 would signal the start of a long-term, life-changing experience. Fascinated by a car sitting in …more
It’s a new year – maybe even the year we kick Covid to the curb! What better time to launch Leaside Life’s campaign to find new young voices to feature in our publication? Later in …more
Since construction of the Eglinton Crosstown LRT began 10 years ago, Leaside has faced ongoing issues including, but not limited to, road closures, noise, light pollution, and dirt. Lots of dirt. When the LRT opens, …more
Leaside Life is marking its 10th birthday with the issue you’re reading now. Founded by newspaper veterans Harry and Ruth Goldhar, who had previously published The Town Crier group of papers, Leaside Life was a …more
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