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Community

Dartistry invades Leaside

March 1, 2018 Susan Scandiffio

Until very recently, my knowledge of darts did not extend far beyond hearing (and being able to imitate) the English commentator who would yell, “ONE HUN-dred and AIIII-ty!!!” But the dart world extends far beyond …more

Ready for action! Photo By Carl Spitzer.
People

Not your average beer-league basketball players

February 1, 2018 Susan Scandiffio

Pop into the Bessborough School gym any Thursday night, and you might think you’re witnessing a typical group of middle-aged men sweating it out in beer-league basketball. But look more closely and you’ll understand that …more

Carol and Gord Epp. Photo By Susan Scandiffio.
People

Lasting love in Leaside

February 1, 2018 Susan Scandiffio

Retailers love Valentine’s Day. With consumers spending over 18 billion dollars in the U.S. last year, the holiday is a hit for sellers and often a pressure-filled event for buyers hoping to find that “perfect” …more

Kenzie Forbes.
People

This Leasider gained 50 lbs and 270,000 instagram followers

January 1, 2018 Susan Scandiffio

Ever made that age-old New Year’s resolution to lose weight? Out of all the New Year’s Resolutions made, an estimated 30 per cent focus on losing weight. But not all make a date to beat …more

Community

Leaside teens, don’t get into a Jam

December 1, 2017 Susan Scandiffio

For generations, kids have attended outdoor parties. Field, ravine, “bush,” and park parties are nothing new and have been popular activities for Leaside kids looking to let off a little steam. But for this generation …more

Wildcat winners!
Sports

Wildcats: “You can’t be what you can’t see”

December 1, 2017 Susan Scandiffio

While this might not be the official motto of the Toronto Leaside Girls Hockey Association (TLGHA), it’s an objective the league aspires to meet in all aspects of their organization. With more than 1,600 girls …more

These avid runners hit the trails in Leaside every week. Photo By Sue Pribaz.
Nature

Put down that smartphone and run, bike, hike or walk Leaside

November 1, 2017 Susan Scandiffio

Put down those smartphones and turn off that Netflix. Step away from your homework. (Studies show that exercise increases brain function.) It’s time to run, bike, hike, and walk your way into the hidden gems …more

People

They did the dash, they did the Monster Dash!

October 1, 2017 Susan Scandiffio

A wise person once said, “The only way you’ll catch me running is if someone is chasing me!” A wiser person hears about the Monster Dash and can’t wait to run! Or walk. On Sunday, …more

Campbell Bryson (centre) and the Trailblazers celebrate a good ride. Photo by Heather Gershon.
Sports

Two-time Canadian champion leads the Rolph Road School Trailblazers

October 1, 2017 Susan Scandiffio

Torontonians are fortunate to have access to a wealth of trails for hiking, walking, running, inline skating…and for the kids of Rolph Road School, mountain biking. Every Monday, when the weather is dry, the Rolph …more

The boys with their siblings from left to right: Josh, Tate and Jacob Golden, Will and Mike Reilly. Photo by Susan Scandiffio.
Sports

Pittsburgh and Minnesota select Leaside boys in 2017 NHL Draft

September 1, 2017 Susan Scandiffio

June 24th, 2017. National Hockey League Draft Day. As many young hockey players paced the floor nervously or chewed on their fingernails hoping they might hear their names being called by a big league team, …more

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  • Bread, baby, bread
  • Get fit, be fit, stay fit with Leaside trainer Tom Toth
  • Leaside Events January 2023
  • Editor’s Welcome – January 2023
  • The Curious Idler – January 2023
  • Considering a laneway home or garden suite?
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