With the cold weather setting in and a huge dump of powdery goodness north of the city, ski season is just around the corner! You don’t have to travel across the country to experience great skiing, Ontario boasts some extensive terrain just outside the city. Sure, there might be a liberal use of the term
One of the most magical parts of the holiday season is experiencing the dazzling Christmas lights! Toronto is one of the best cities in the world to witness holiday light displays — it’s filled with iconic locations displaying everything from traditional lights to interactive art installations. To help guide you to the most charming displays,
Winter is the perfect time to go hiking! In addition to admiring breathtaking snow-covered landscapes, trekking through a serene winter environment can calm one’s soul (bonus: as there won’t be as many visitors compared to summer and fall seasons, it’s the perfect opportunity for a little solitude). Thankfully there are quite a few parks and
So yeah, it’s not officially winter yet. But we all know that means nothing in Toronto, where snow comes when it wants to and leaves when it wants to! With the city’s first official snowfall underway, you might be preparing for four long months of hibernation. But with so much to do and see in
Toronto’s Harbourfront Centre released its 50th-anniversary winter programming schedule, and it won’t be long for Torontonians to lace up their skates again! The Centre just announced the return of ice rink skating — with complimentary skate rentals on Saturdays — beginning Sat. Dec. 21 and continuing through March (at West Lawn, in partnership with the Waterfront BIA). Visitors
Dinner is one of the best ways to shower those close to your heart with love. Toronto has many cool places to have a nice dinner date, so you will be spoilt for choice. However, a dinner date is not only about the food but also about the activities that you engage in. No one
Fashion enthusiasts of all kinds flocked to the sky-high Queen Quay East building, T3 Bayside, this past weekend to show off their personal garb and take in the newest fashion collections debuting for the fall/winter season. Many of the frequenters of the four-day event, now Toronto’s longest-standing fashion week, will tell you that it’s all
Planning a wedding in Toronto offers the chance to mix urban elegance with beautiful natural settings, creating an unforgettable day that reflects your style and vision. To help you craft your perfect celebration, we’ve gathered the top tips on navigating everything from selecting venues to managing guest RSVPs. Here’s how to make your Toronto wedding
We have the CN Tower, sure, and a few other modest landmarks, but one of the defining characteristics of the city could be the TTC: our subways and busses, but especially the streetcars. From the rattle of streetcars on Queen Street to the hum of the subway deep beneath the streets, the TTC is an
Winter is almost here, holiday parties are being planned, the Santa Claus Parade is fast approaching — and the season of The Nutcracker has almost begun. A beloved holiday tradition, this year, there are more ways than ever to enjoy this magical journey in Toronto. National Ballet’s The Nutcracker The city’s most well-known rendition of
Forget haunted houses or graveyard tours—this Halloween, check out these eerie Toronto locations that were featured in some spooky horror flicks (or better yet—watch the movies themselves). Although these flicks weren’t set in the GTA, Toronto was used as the backdrop to make the scenes seriously frightening. Here are 10 of the scariest horror movies
Toronto is bursting with Italian flavours that blend Northern and Southern influences. Stroll through Little Italy or King Street west, and you’ll discover everything from creamy risottos and wood-fired pizzas to mouthwatering gelato and flaky pastries. If you’re a fan of great food, the city’s best Italian restaurants are definitely worth exploring! 1. Giulietta While
See all posts by Diamond and Diamond Lawyers Winter in Canada brings a world of outdoor adventures, where the cold isn’t something to avoid but something to embrace—safely. The country’s top cities turn into winter playgrounds, offering fun-filled activities for families while ensuring safety is a priority. From skating on well-maintained rinks to navigating snowy
A vacation isn’t truly a vacation without your four-legged furry family member! Thankfully, there are more than a few places across Ontario where your pup will be more than welcome. To help you navigate your next staycation, here is a list of the five top dog-friendly stayvacation spots in and near Toronto, so you can
As the cost of living continues to rise in Toronto, so too does the price of something many people rarely think about—the cost of dying. Whether you’re planning for a burial or cremation, finding an affordable final resting place in the city can be a serious challenge. According to a Canadian insurance company report, the
When ranking top-scoring cities by players’ birthplace, Toronto came in second place last season (only trailing Los Angeles), beating out cities like Atlanta, Chicago, Houston, and even New York. The rankings might not be that surprising considering Toronto is the largest city in Canada and fourth-most populous city in North America. If anything, it shows
These eateries are definitely worth the drive. From breathtaking views of nature to menus crafted by celebrity chefs, four hot spots across cottage country are a must-try for those looking to combine food and adventure. MUSKOKA Carefully curated meat and seafood populate the land- and water-based menu at Crossroads, an upscale Rousseau restaurant. Located right
We are in the midst of fall, and the cool, comfortable weather makes it the perfect time to enjoy outdoor activities while admiring the vibrant colours of autumn foliage! There is no better area to explore than Ontario — the province is filled with picturesque small towns that are worthy of a weekend visit. Here are
For those of us not blessed with the culinary skills of Martha Stewart (but want our families to think we are), there are plenty of places in the city that can turn you into a Thanksgiving pro. Here are five spots where you can grab Thanksgiving dinner in Toronto. The Drake The Drake’s Get Stuffed
Torontonians and residents across southern Ontario caught a spectacular view of the northern lights last night. The vibrant green, red, and purple lights shifted and changed shape like softly blowing curtains — and many took out their cell cameras to capture the dazzling display (but honestly, pictures don’t do it justice, seeing the Auroras in
Guerlain Spa in Toronto received top honours at the 10th Annual World Spa Awards on Tuesday. The spa, which is nestled within Hotel X Toronto — a luxury hotel on the Lake Ontario waterfront — was named Canada’s Best Hotel Spa of 2024 due to its prestigious Parisian treatments, impressive facilities, and innovative wellness approach
Fall day trips from Toronto are the perfect opportunity to soak up the spectacular scenery that Southern Ontario has to offer, when the air becomes brisk and the trees turn colour. You don’t have to travel hours to find stunning vistas, majestic waterfalls, and some of the best hiking trails in the province. And the
Forget picking up a pumpkin at your local grocery store—some of the best fall memories for families involve visits to pumpkin patches. These charming farms allow families to browse through thousands of pumpkins of every shape, size, and color, experience hayrides, petting zoos, stroll through giant corn mazes, and even sample delicious cider and baked
There are only a few months left of the year, but there will still be plenty of opportunities to look out for celestial activities across the night sky. From Oct. 17 to Nov. 20, tourists from around the globe are invited to Muskoka for free astro-tourism events, where they can stargaze, witness the northern lights, or
Located about 10 minutes east of Port Hope on the northern shore of Lake Ontario sits the historic town of Cobourg, which MoneySense magazine previously named one of the top three best Canadian small cities to live in. The spacious, small-town setting is bursting with unique architectural landmarks, shopping opportunities, galleries, theatres, a gorgeous white sand beach, and even
