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by The Bulldog • September 23, 2019

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Mississauga man dead after road rage causes 6-vehicle crash: OPP

27 April 2024

A 21-year-old man from Mississauga is dead as a result of a road rage incident that caused a multi-vehicle collision in Innisfil, Ont., Friday evening. [...]

Leafs’ Nylander on course to suit up in Game 4

27 April 2024

William Nylander is poised to join the Stanley Cup chase. [...]

Second-degree murder charge laid after man pushed from Toronto balcony

27 April 2024

A man has been charged with second-degree murder in connection with the death of a man who was pushed from a balcony in downtown Toronto. [...]

Female pedestrian struck by vehicle in Vaughan, Ont.

27 April 2024

A female pedestrian in her 30s has been taken to hospital to be treated for non-life-threatening injuries after being struck by a vehicle in Vaughan, Ont. Saturday morning. [...]

Man in life-threatening condition after collision with hydro pole in Scarborough

27 April 2024

A man in his 40s has been rushed to a trauma centre with life-threatening injuries after his vehicle collided with a hydro pole in Scarborough on Saturday morning. [...]

Drivers prepare for a number of major road closures in Toronto this weekend

27 April 2024

Drivers in Toronto should prepare for a difficult weekend of getting around the city with several road closures set to take effect. [...]

Suspect arrested after Toronto victim lost over $200,000 in alleged investment scam

27 April 2024

A 24-year-old man has been arrested in connection with an alleged investment scam in which fraudsters pretended to be global asset management company Schroders. [...]

Video captures loud boom in Hamilton

27 April 2024

Hamilton police say a propane tank that detonated caused a loud boom that was heard by residents. [...]

Ontarians report eye damage after eclipse

27 April 2024

OAO President Dr. Josephine Pepe talks about how many Ontarians have reported suffering eye damage after the eclipse. [...]

Man seriously injured after jumping on tracks

26 April 2024

A man has been transported to hospital in serious condition after police say he jumped on the subway tracks at Sherbourne Station. [...]

Police update on boy struck by truck

26 April 2024

An 11-year-old boy struck by a transport truck in Etobicoke on Friday morning suffered critical injuries and is receiving treatment. [...]

Grégoire Trudeau shares journey in memoir

26 April 2024

Sophie Grégoire Trudeau delves into her challenges and draws advice from experts in her new book. [...]

Canada's poverty rate climbing

26 April 2024

Richard Matern, the research director of Food Banks Canada, talks about the country's climbing poverty rate. [...]

Video shows suspects in Markham shooting

26 April 2024

One suspect has been taken into custody but police are still looking for three other suspects. [...]

Ontario to tighten regulations on cell phone use in schools: source

27 April 2024

The Ontario government is poised to crack down on cell phone use in schools with an announcement coming Sunday, a government source confirmed to CBC Toronto. [...]

Mississauga man dead after road rage leads to multiple vehicle crash: OPP

27 April 2024

A 21-year-old man from Mississauga is dead after crashing into another car during a road rage incident Friday evening, Ontario Provincial Police say. [...]

1 person dead after crash near Collingwood: OPP

27 April 2024

One person is dead after crashing their car into a ditch north of Toronto Friday night, Ontario Provincial Police say. [...]

What locals say Honda's historic $15B investment means for Alliston, Ont.

27 April 2024

Honda announced a $15-billion electric vehicle investment in Ontario to build four new manufacturing plants in the province, including two in Alliston, Ont. CBC News spoke to local officials and [...]

This Toronto artist repurposed AGO picket signs for his art

26 April 2024

A picket line recently sparked creativity for Aquil Virani. The Toronto-based visual artist created a multimedia piece of art to give to the AGO workers who were recently on strike. [...]

Ontario NDP will defy keffiyeh ban if Ford doesn't step in and end it, says party leader

27 April 2024

Ontario NDP Leader Marit Stiles has given Premier Doug Ford a deadline to reverse the ban on the wearing of keffiyehs at the provincial legislature or else she says the [...]

AGO to reopen Tuesday after workers ratify new deal, union local says

27 April 2024

Unionized workers at the Art Gallery of Ontario have voted to ratify a new agreement with their employer after a strike that closed the gallery in Toronto for a month. [...]

Canadians Mitton, Yee seek improved results in 2nd leg of Chinese Diamond League series

25 April 2024

Two Canadians will try to build on strong season-opening performances, while the world record watch continues for a pair of international athletes at Saturday's Diamond League outdoor track and field [...]

De Grasse tops men's 200m leaderboard at East Coast Relays in outdoor season debut

27 April 2024

Andre De Grasse enjoyed a successful outdoor season debut in the men's 200 metres at the East Coast Relays on Friday. De Grasse of Markham, Ont., ran 20.11 seconds in [...]

3rd period barrage gives Colorado series lead as Jets lose to Avalanche 6-2

27 April 2024

The Colorado Avalanche scored three goals in a span of six minutes early in the third period of a 6-2 victory over the Winnipeg Jets on Friday night at Denver's [...]

Vancouver Canucks beat Nashville Predators 2-1 to regain series lead

27 April 2024

J.T. Miller had a goal and assist as the Vancouver Canucks edged the Nashville Predators 2-1 to re-take the lead in their first-round playoff series. [...]

Canadian offensive lineman Isaiah Adams selected by Cardinals in 3rd round of NFL draft

27 April 2024

Isaiah Adams is an Arizona Cardinal. Arizona selected the Illinois offensive lineman with the seventh pick of the third round, No. 71 overall, in the NFL draft on Friday night. [...]

What to watch this weekend: Playoffs, Ohtani, and De Grasse's debut

26 April 2024

CBC Sports' daily newsletter breaks down the top things for Canadian sports fans to keep an eye on. [...]

Bob Cole, Hockey Night in Canada’s iconic play-by-play voice of countless NHL games, dies at 90

25 April 2024

Bob Cole, whose voice and lively language were the Saturday night soundtrack to hockey games over a broadcasting career that spanned more than half a century, has died. [...]

Leaside Events April 2024

1 April 2024

Toronto-Leaside Rotary Club – Recycle Your Electronics Saturday, April 6 from 10:00 am to 5:00 pm. East York Town Centre, 45 Overlea Boulevard. Please – no appliances or light fixtures. [...]

Welcome back! LanceBotics returns to LHS

1 April 2024

After a hiatus during the pandemic, Leaside High School’s Robotics Team, LanceBotics, is once again doing what they love to do: building robots and taking part in competitions. Their name, [...]

It’s time to clean up this town!

1 April 2024

Spring has arrived in Leaside in all its glory! Mother Nature never fails to disappoint. Walking around the neighbourhood, I see the signs everywhere. Trees in bud. Daffodils, snowdrops, crocuses [...]

Properties Unlimited Realty Brokerage celebrates 40 year milestone

1 April 2024

On February 28, 2024, Properties Unlimited Realty Brokerage turned 40, but there is nothing middle-aged about our company. The firm remains a strong Leaside family business: the owners and founders [...]

What the Crizzle?!

1 April 2024

February 14th. Valentine’s Day. 7:21 p.m. And I feel anything but love … for Crizzle. I am steps away from the corner of Rumsey and Parkhurst, with Jerry-the-neurotic-wonder-dog, when I [...]

Elijah Mubarak overcomes fears to win big

1 April 2024

Rolph Road’s very own 6-year-old Elijah Mubarak recently placed first in the Next Gen Niagara 2024 Jiu Jitsu Tournament. A sweet and confident kid, Elijah has always been extremely active. [...]

A haven for seniors in Leaside since 1987

1 April 2024

Suomi-Koti, or “Finnish Home” in English, on Eglinton just west of Laird Drive, has been a fixture in the Leaside neighbourhood for more than three decades. In 1982, five Finnish [...]

Santa & Carollers Coming to Town!

7 November 2023

Saturday, December 2nd & 9th between 12:30pm-3:30pm [...]

AppleFest October 14th, 2023

1 September 2023

Sidewalk Sensation Event – June 17th, 2023

19 April 2023

Commercial Façade Improvement Grant Program

1 March 2023

Now Open! New Businesses on Bayview

23 December 2022

Gift & Shop Local Holiday Event December 3rd & 10th

14 November 2022

Celebrate the holidays on Saturday, December 3rd and 10th between 11 am-4 pm with the merchants on Bayview! Bring the whole family to enjoy a FREE warm beverage from select... [...]

Applefest 2022!

28 August 2022

The Bayview Leaside BIA is proud to welcome you back to our annual Applefest celebration held on October 15th, where we will line the streets with apple’s and hay to... [...]

Community Clean Up Day

8 April 2024

Join us on April 21 to help tidy up the neighbourhood! 12 Noon to 12:45pm [...]

12th Mount Pleasant Village Harvest Fair!

13 September 2023

Pull out your flannel and brush up on your pumpkin carving skills… The Mount Pleasant Village Harvest Fair is on Sept 23! [...]

The Regent Theatre Revival: Terra Bruce Productions’ Exciting New Plans for Entertainment in Toronto

11 September 2023

Terrabruce Productions and The Regent Theatre take center stage as Gold Sponsors of the 12th Mount Pleasant Village Harvest Fair. [...]

Camping, Cottaging, Camper-Van’ing – A Mount Pleasant Village Shopping Guide for Stocking Up

16 August 2023

A Mount Pleasant Village Shopping Guide for all your vacationing needs before you hit the road! [...]

Summer Self Care Guide: Aesthetician’s Top Tips for Glowing Skin

7 July 2023

Healthwinds Aesthetician Leila Moldakhmetova gives us the inside scoop. Continue reading for 3 tips to get glowing skin for the summer! [...]

A Head Start on Summer Shopping in Mount Pleasant Village

6 July 2023

Sweet, sweet summer! It’s finally here. And it’s oh-so-good in Ontario, whether you’re in the city or retreating somewhere a little more slow paced. [...]

Unlocking Your Child’s Potential: How Scholars’ Tutoring Programs Boost Grade Levels

5 July 2023

Discover the power of education with Scholars Education, proud Gold Sponsors of the 12th Mount Pleasant Village Harvest Fair. [...]

Yonge and Bloor!

27 April 2024

One of the big ones being fought about. Bit it still being build.In Yorkville.More big ones seeing from our area! [...]

Avenue Diner keeps going!

26 April 2024

A new building is going up where it is but not yet! So it's keeping going.The "avant garden" services in our area. Just driving through Roxborough.No bicycle lanes on Avenue [...]

Flowers starting in the neighbourhood!

25 April 2024

On Roxborough!On Molson!On Roxborough! [...]

Growing and growing . . .

25 April 2024

On Bloor Street. And will go up even more when the Canadian Tire gas station starts! [...]

Working on MacPherson

24 April 2024

One of many houses being fixed up in our area!Always using the best machinery!One of many lovely gardens on Roxborough. [...]

Flowers on the subway!

23 April 2024

She is carrying her flowers on the subway and manages to do it!Hybrid bus heading up Yonge Street!A car parked on MacPherson. Its rear wheel says "no problem" on top [...]

Fire trucks heading north!

22 April 2024

One of a series heading north on Yonge Street!This one following!An ambulance followed. [...]

The SEDRA Owl: March 2024

27 March 2024

Heritage Preservation in Midtown Bill 23 and the Impact on Heritage Preservation in Midtown Toronto You may have heard of Bill 23 in reference to the Greenbelt, but we want [...]

Q&A with Councillor Mike Colle

12 December 2023

Image: Ward 8’s City Councillor Mike ColleImage Credit: toronto.ca A number of local residents’ associations, including SEDRA, have come together to bring you a series of short informational pieces that [...]

Traffic Safety – an oxymoron?

12 December 2023

An important message from John Hiddema, SEDRA Co-President The term traffic safety is used as a catch-all for conversations about what happens on our streets as we move about the [...]

The SEDRA Owl: November 2023

8 November 2023

A conversation with Josh Matlow Image: Ward 12’s City Councillor Josh MatlowImage Credit: toronto.ca A number of local residents’ associations, including SEDRA, have come together to bring you a series of short [...]

The SEDRA Owl: Fall 2023

3 October 2023

The greening of Davisville Image: 33 and 77 Davisville Ave, and future site of 60 BalliolImage Credit: Mary Turcotte by Jane Auster, co-president, SEDRAWhere are our parks?Davisville Village is one [...]

The SEDRA Owl: June 2023

15 June 2023

What’s the magic number for new neighbours? Image: Crane Index, Q1 2023 Contributed by Jeff Latto, SEDRA Board Member and Chair of the TMWG (Tall-Mid Rise Working Group) We are [...]

Midtown Working Group: Review and recommendations re Oxford Development revised submission – Canada Square

5 June 2023

This review provides our analysis and recommendations regarding the current revised application for the development of Canada Square as submitted in December 2022. The Midtown Working Group believed that Canada [...]

Heritage Register Review: Public Information Session

18 February 2024

Toronto residents are invited to an online Public Information Session to learn about the City’s Heritage Register Review project. The purpose of the meeting is to share information about the [...]

Councillor Jaye Robinson – January 2024 Newsletter

31 January 2024

I hope 2024 is off to a great start for you and your families. The Ward 15 – Don Valley West team is hitting the ground running here at City [...]

Plans for a mass-timber building pivot to steel girders and concrete

31 January 2024

Facing a persistently sluggish market for office buildings, one developer has pivoted his original plan to construct an environmentally leading-edge mass-timber building in Toronto to instead build lab and research [...]

1840 Bayview proposal

1 January 2024

The application to build a 34-storey mixed-use building at 1840 Eglinton with 377 units has been appealed to the Ontario Land Tribunal. The hearing date has not yet been set. [...]

Bayview and Eglinton development – getting down to serious business

1 January 2024

In last February’s Leaside Life we described the influx of tall building applications at and within 500 metres of the intersection of Bayview north of Eglinton, and Eglinton west of Bayview. Guess [...]

Revamped proposal at Leaside Station adds units, reworks design

15 December 2023

The proposal for 589-595 Eglinton Ave. E. is for a 35-storey residential building with 442 units and ground floor retail fronting on Eglinton, just east of Bayview.The LRA has submitted [...]

Councillor Jaye Robinson’s November 2023 Newsletter

2 December 2023

As November comes to a close, I am sending my best wishes to families across Ward 15 for a wonderful holiday season. To celebrate, the City's annual Cavalcade of Lights [...]

More Darkness in Ontario’s Democracy

18 February 2024

In Canada, after an election first ministers write mandate letters to their cabinet colleagues, laying out deliverables their departments should achieve. Some governments make them public (Trudeau, McGuinty and Wynne [...]

Heritage Register Review: Public Information Session

17 February 2024

Toronto residents are invited to an online Public Information Session to learn about the City’s Heritage Register Review project. The purpose of the meeting is to share information about the [...]

Loud noises keeping you up at night?

7 January 2024

The noise bylaw amendments, which will be discussed at the Economic and Community Development Committee next week, come after a pandemic-delayed review mandated by the 2019 bylaw. Concerts with the volume turned [...]

FoNTRA 2023 Year End Review and 2024 Look Forward

4 January 2024

Some highlights/lowlights of 2023 and a look forward to 2024 - another busy year ahead!We ended the year with the most FoNTRA members ever - 37 resident associations!We revitalized the [...]

Employment area policy proposals

30 November 2023

The amendment to the provincial definition of "area of employment" narrows the scope of uses from what is currently permitted in areas of employment. In particular, it expressly excludes from [...]

Infill housing and protecting Toronto’s tree canopy

30 November 2023

We strongly support the identification of potential strategies to protect and enhance the City's tree canopy and growing space for trees, while also supporting infill housing growth in Toronto's low-rise [...]

Mid-rise buildings rear transition

29 November 2023

The rear angular plane guidelines were developed through a comprehensive study in 2010 that resulted in a guideline that the rear transition to abutting low density residential areas be a [...]

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