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Fear, identity and the fight over Canada

Fear, identity and the fight over Canada

A rainy, cold Saturday didn't keep an anti-immigration group from setting up inside a police barricade at Sankofa Square. A slightly larger group of counter-protesters were there to challenge the rhetoric in a non-violent way.
"Hymns to Freedom" rings in Black History Month

"Hymns to Freedom" rings in Black History Month

The Etobicoke Philharmonic Orchestra and musician Corey Butler united to create "Hymns to Freedom," combining Western orchestra with African American stories. It was a harmonious meeting of cultures and a meaningful introduction to Black History Month.
Toronto's 2026 city budget prioritizes transit

Toronto's 2026 city budget prioritizes transit

Toronto City Council members debated this year’s city budget, which included a significant investment in public transit, public safety, and education. Mayor Olivia Chow’s 2026 budget was passed unanimously by the council.
Families, stories take centre stage on Family Day

Families, stories take centre stage on Family Day

Stories from African and Caribbean culture came alive through song and storytelling at Montgomery's Inn in Etobicoke.
Humber beats salt shortage with beets

Humber beats salt shortage with beets

Humber chooses beet brine as a useful item in its toolkit for winter ice management
Drag brunch brings affordable queer culture to Toronto's Church Street

Drag brunch brings affordable queer culture to Toronto's Church Street

Brunch at Church Street Garage turns an ordinary Saturday afternoon into a high-energy drag show with laughs, cheap mimosas, and an inclusive crowd.
New Year resolution rarely means a ‘new me’

New Year resolution rarely means a ‘new me’

Behavioural expert says lasting change depends on habits, not the calendar.
This coffee is for the birds

This coffee is for the birds

Humber Arboretum provided Smithsonian certified Bird Friendly coffee on a nature walk.
Artifacts of Lakeshore’s heritage brings life to exhibit

Artifacts of Lakeshore’s heritage brings life to exhibit

Lakeshore is bringing a little of its history to Mississauga residents through the "Out of the Vault: Beyond the Shore" exhibit.
Line 5 LRT opens with no fanfare, free fare

Line 5 LRT opens with no fanfare, free fare

The cold couldn't keep transit fans from riding the Crosstown Eglinton LRT on Sunday.