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Folk-Country

Five Minutes With: Folk Musician Kunlé

Dora Award-winning artist Kunlé (Adekunle Olorundare) is a Toronto-based singer, composer, multi-instrumentalist and producer, whose work draws from the deep well of West African storytelling. Born into a musical family in Nigeria, his music features [...]
History

Toronto City Hall: The Modern Landmark Built Over the Lost Streets of The Ward

More than 60 years after it opened, Toronto City Hall remains one of Canada’s most recognizable buildings. But beneath Nathan Phillips Square lies the story of an older Toronto neighbourhood, a controversial transformation, and the [...]
Events

Osheaga 2026: This Year’s Can’t-Miss Shows

Osheaga, Canada’s biggest and thrillingest music festival, returns this weekend with an artist list of epic proportions, bringing together some of today’s (and yesterday’s) most beloved performers across a diverse array of genres. Here, we [...]
Comedy

Tragedy Plus Time: Comedian Dustin Searcy

Dustin Searcy is a Toronto-based comedian bringing a sharp mix of silliness, sarcasm, and heartfelt storytelling to stages across Canada. A familiar face on the live comedy circuit, Dustin has a knack for turning everyday [...]
Arts

“A Day in the Life” with: Performing Artist Saskia Raparanta

Saskia Raparanta is an incredibly versatile and dedicated dancer originally from Brampton, Ontario. From when I knew her in our competitive studio years to dancing alongside her throughout high school, it was clear that she [...]