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Canadian comic Russell Peters is known for making light of stereotypes, cultural identity and life as a Canadian with an Indian heritage. His new show, The Indian Detective, which airs on CTV, showcases both his Toronto upbringing and his Indian background through his character Doug D'Mello, a fourth-class constable with dreams of becoming a detective.
In today's online-driven world, life as an introvert is much more comfortable. With Netflix, Uber Eats, Twitter and FaceTime, the whole "leaving the house" thing has become a relic of the past - or at least it has for most homebodies.
Whether they're hitting up one of Toronto's hippest brunch spots on a break from filming or solving a murder together, Jason Priestley and Cindy Sampson are one dynamic duo. The pair portray private investigators Matt Shade and Angie Everett on the hit show Private Eyes, a dramedy with Toronto as the backdrop.
Claire Cameron's latest novel hits stores April 25 Toronto novelist Claire Cameron wants people to understand that Neanderthals are people too, sort of.
When it comes to your bouquet, it's important to work with your florist to create something beautiful, unique and true to your wedding theme and style. Luckily, there are thousands of flowers out there that can help you add some oomph to your bouquet. We're currently loving non-traditional blooms with interesting textures.
With all the glamour, prestige and elegance of royal weddings, it's no wonder they've been the source of fascination for so many over the years. From Princess Diana to Kate Middleton, British royalty has seen some absolutely iconic nuptials. While you patiently await the next royal wedding, take a look at these 15 facts you didn't know about royal weddings: 1.
During the cold, dark days of winter, finding ways to bring the outdoors in can be so beneficial for your health, wellbeing, and overall mood. Just looking at some sort of greenery can lift your spirits and make even the harshest January day seem a little brighter.
Sophie and Jay met at UBC dental school in 2008. "We moved to Calgary after graduation to pursue our dentistry careers and luckily found jobs in the same clinic!" Sophie says. When it came time to tie the knot, the couple says it only made sense to choose a destination wedding in Vancouver, the place where their love story began.
While pure white weddings are undoubtedly timeless, sometimes it can be fun to add a jolt of vibrant colour into the mix. Whether your bridal style is elegant and classic or edgy and modern, a pop of pink, purple, blue or even red can sometimes add so much to your look.
Sticking to a budget isn't always easy - especially when it's an even stricter version of last month's budget. Like most, you may feel like you're constantly cutting costs and shaving down expenses just to make ends meet. Whatever the case is for you, here are 15 tried-and-true tips for staying in the green and keeping money woes at bay.
Adding a stunning bridal headpiece to your wedding ensemble is a great way to tie in your theme, dazzle your guests, and elevate your entire bridal look. Whether you go for a full-blown tiara or a simple barrette, there's no better way to feel like a true princess than with a little extra sparkle to frame your face.
We've all overdone the sweet table at a special occasion or eaten one too many late-night snacks after a long night (hello, poutine and pizza). While it can be fun to go all out, there's nothing cute about feeling stuffed, sluggish and just plain gross after a binge.
If you're human-or any other living organism, for that matter-breathing is habitual. No news there. While breathing as a bodily function has obvious benefits, you may not be aware of the profound healing effects breath work -the conscious practice of altering your breathing patterns to release blockages within the energetic body-has on calming the nervous system and nourishing your cells.
A look inside the former Brunswick House on Bloor Street West, which is now a Rexall The more the city continues to grow, the more chain stores are drawn to its main streets. But are they squeezing small business out and affecting the distinct character of local neighbourhoods?
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A piece from the Living City Art Exhibition on this month Photo: Jamie McMillan Evergreen Brick Works is known for all the clever ways it brings together art, urban culture and the environment. Now, through a partnership with Toronto and Region Conservation Authority and Crazy Dames, seven artists have created original art pieces inspired by different themes from the Living City Report Card.
How to Make Friends as a Millennial Millennials are a unique breed: the generation of Instagram and avocado toast is approaching every area of life - from careers to living situations - with completely different values, philosophies and ideologies than their parents and grandparents.
Is keeping constant tabs on your kid in class a good thing? Technology's role in the classroom is becoming more prevalent with apps like Class Dojo, which parents, teachers and students can use to communicate privately, share progress updates and track behaviour.
Chef Joseph Shawana serves up authentic Indigenous cuisine at Ku-kum Ku-kum, a restaurant serving up Indigenous dishes near Mount Pleasant Road and Davisville Avenue, has become the subject of controversy due to the inclusion of seal meat on its menu.
By MacKenzie Patterson Just six years after its inception in 2010, Instagram has blown up to epic proportions. It boasts 400 million monthly users, and most companies actively promote their products and services on the app. Teenagers and adults under the age of 35 are especially active on the social networking platform.
While the age-old adage "less is more" may not be true of pizza, Netflix or naps, it most definitely applies to these irresistibly cute Airbnb listings. Make your getaway all the more cozy with a pint-sized trailer or a teensy urban hideaway.
Before landing his role as Junior Lolo on 21 Thunder, Emmanuel Kabongo had attended 357 auditions. The rising star knew that getting his name out there would be tough, but now that his hard work is paying off, he's taking the time to savour his success.
At times, living in a small space like a studio or basement apartment can be physically unhealthy and emotionally draining. Low ceilings, choppy layouts or small windows can make a home feel dark, dingy and downright depressing. Even though these less-than-desirable features would take more than a quick Saturday DIY to fix, there's hope yet for even the most disagreeable spaces.
Helping to ring in the change are Erik Joyal and John Sinopoli. The longtime restaurateurs behind area staples such as Ascari Enoteca are heading up the hotel's food and bev program. With a café-slash-bar, a casual fine dining restaurant and a rooftop bar, the food scene at the hotel is set to be the star of the show.
Booking a wedding venue is often the first task to check off on a long list of planning to dos. In many ways, it's the most important decision of the wedding planning process because it sets the tone for the whole celebration and helps to establish a theme, colour scheme and guest list size.
Every relationship has its ups and downs, and there are always going to be things you'll have to learn to compromise on. But where's the line between compromising and being a complete pushover? How do you know when to put your foot down and when to let things slide?
But what about the awkward office parties, the obligatory secret Santa gifts, and the jam-packed malls? There's no doubt that along with the warm, magical feelings the holidays conjure up, the season of merriment also brings with it a certain amount of stress (just how much depends on the size of your extended family!).
Ashley and Andrew's love story began in their first year of college, where they lived a floor apart and shared everything from the elevator to the grilled cheese maker. By the summer after their second year, the pair had become pen pals and watched "Say Anything" as their first official date, but it wasn't until five years after they had met that they shared their first kiss.
Tina and Dave first met when they were both newcomers to the city of Newcastle, Australia. A mutual friend introduced them, and by the end of their first date both knew their lives were changed forever. Later, on a warm winter night in Canada, Tina's thirtieth birthday festivities were drawing to a close.
"Art is an amazing point of intersection," says Steve Loft, standing at a podium in the main foyer of the Ryerson Image Centre. "It makes us come together, makes us think and it can be profoundly moving." That was Loft's goal with Ghost Dance: Activism. Resistance.
Photo: Tommerton2010/Flickr When potential buyers walk into a home, they decide whether or not they're going to make an offer within seconds. By that point, they've already had an emotional experience, perceiving the entire space with all five senses. Home staging attempts to make that initial and decisive experience a positive one.
You know those people who could win the Olympic gold medal for speed-reading? The ones who seem to glance at their textbooks in school and still get an A? I'm definitely not one of them, and never have been. I'm the type to savour books, lingering ...
By MacKenzie Patterson In a technology-dominated age, Knitting 101 is a workshop created in the hope of teaching students a valuable hands-on skill. The workshops are held every Monday on the third floor of the Student Learning Centre in the Digital Media Experience Lab - a place where arts and crafts meets modern-day technology.
See how things have - or haven't - changed around the city's most well-known structures. Built from 1907 to 1912 in the Beaux Arts style, the Alberta Legislature building consists of a marble rotunda flanked by east and west wings.
If you frequently walk or cycle through the Lower Don Trail at night, beware: you can now expect to find yourself face-to-face with a giant concrete monster. Monsters for Beauty, Permanence and Individuality, a collection of concrete gargoyles by artist Duane Linklater, is the first art installation in the new Don River Valley Park Art Program.
Barbara Gowdy The International Festival of Authors and the Toronto Arts Council have teamed up to present Toronto Lit Up, a series of events over the next few months that showcases some of Canada's brightest poets, authors and novelists.
Michael, a commercial film director, and Alana, a wardrobe stylist, were first brought together by a serendipitous nine-hour layover at the Toronto airport-an ordeal most would consider unromantic at best. The pair was set to begin work on a Sport Chek commercial in Florida the next day, but their flight was delayed, leaving them stranded at gate F64.
Rosé has been the drink of choice for celebs, socialites and brides alike for some time now, and the popular beverage has now taken over the world of fashion and party items. From cocktail napkins to phone cases, you can buy almost anything with cutesy catchphrases like "Rosé All Day" emblazoned across them, and we can't get enough of this whimsical rosé trend.
Cattiness, conflict and ... born-again Christianity? When it comes to The Real Housewives reality series, some things are to be expected - and others less so. To the joy of local fans, the buzzy new stop on the addictive series' train is none other than our fair city.
New Year Celebrations Around the World The New Year is all about hope, fresh starts and celebration. We usually think of it as a time to let loose and party with loved ones, but there are countless unconventional ways to ring in the New Year.
So you've met someone you like, gone on a handful of great dates, and you're just settling into that highly coveted "exclusive" label. The lucky guy or gal has met your friends, maybe a couple of your co-workers, and even the gentleman who works at your favourite sandwich shop.
There's always a new fad diet that's all the rage. Here are the habits of the healthiest people on earth-the habits that never go out of style. Doctors, scholars, and medical professionals have been studying centenarians (people who live to be 100 or older) for decades.
By Mackenzie Patterson The photo documentary project was brought to the Ryerson Image Centre this past week and will be showcased until April 10. Manson, a Toronto-based documentary photographer and Ryerson instructor, spent several months in the Moose Factory community, documenting the lives of the people with Type 2 diabetes (which is a result of insulin resistance) who live there.
While overflowing day planners and packed schedules tend to make it even more difficult to pencil in a bit of "me" time on the regular, they also make it that much more crucial. Not only is self-care essential for your sanity, but it can also benefit those around you when you take time to recharge.
Books have the power to make you laugh, cry or even scream ( Gone Girl, we're looking at you!). Sometimes, you might even come across one that completely rocks your world and inspires you to make a positive change in your life.