By Jenna Mohammed On Feb. 14, 2021, former Mississauga mayor Hazel McCallion will officially be a centenarian. The longest-running mayor in the city’s history will be 100 years old. Having served her community for 36 years as mayor, McCallion’s retirement in 2014 wouldn’t stop her philanthropic efforts. After …
By Laurie Wallace-Lynch During the COVID-19 pandemic many of us are spending more time at home and finding new passions. Taking an art lesson (online or in-person), visiting an art gallery, or listening to an artist talk via Zoom can be an uplifting experience which offers a bit of escapism …
The world class violin virtuoso is on a mission to share the joy of music for students of all abilities By Kelly Putter Much like the rest of the covid-plagued world, Adrian Anantawan can withstand its hardships. But unlike many of us, he’s accustomed to adversity, overcoming a major disability …
By Amanda Lee photography by Graham Paine Part of what makes the holiday season special is revisiting family traditions. For some, it’s trimming the tree, for others it’s watching The Santa Clause (which was partly filmed in Oakville). For author Karma Brown, whose first novel, Come Away With Me, …
By Stephanie Hounsell Photography by Graham Paine People have many misconceptions about what it takes to live an eco-conscious life. That it’s all or nothing. That it’s expensive and inconvenient. And that it couldn’t possibly be compatible with living a beautiful life that celebrates the finer things. It takes …
By: Kelly Putter There is a duality to everything Beamsville-based artist Floyd Elzinga touches. It shapes his art and his thought process. During his early career, Elzinga’s creations centred on functional pieces such as candle holders, mirrors and tables. Today, his often larger-than-life three-dimensional sculptures, installations and relief work reflect …
By Jenna Mohammed It’s a special time for Braam’s Custom Cabinets. The family-owned business is celebrating 40 years of bringing beautifully designed custom cabinets to homeowners throughout Canada and the U.S. The Braam family had an interesting start in South-Western Ontario in 1980. What began as a woodworking …
By: Kelly Putter Bowls of fruit or floral bouquets offer an old-timey vibe as still-life art subjects, but getting the public to pony up for quaint depictions of yesteryear would prove a near impossible sell. That’s why Etobicoke artist Harold Braul turned to the streets of Toronto for his inspiration. …
Tannery Park Beacon Striking Blue Every Night in November Have you been to Tannery Park recently? You may have noticed that some of the banners along the pathways have changed for Children’s Grief Awareness Month. Head to The Observation Deck and you’ll find out more, with an encouraging ask – to …
By Jenna Mohammed In Canada, psychological distress in young women is rising. A study by the Centre for Addiction and Mental Health, 70 per cent of mental health issues have their onset during adolescence. For newcomers and minorities, in particular, symptoms are followed by loneliness and alienation. Fortunately, there are …