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About Joel Levy 2530 Articles
Editor-In-Chief at Toronto Guardian. Photographer and Writer for Toronto Guardian and Joel Levy Photography
About Sonya Davidson 929 Articles
Covering events, openings and all the deliciousness in Toronto.
About Demian Vernieri 583 Articles
Demian is an Argentinian retired musician, avid gamer and editor for the Montréal Guardian, Toronto Guardian, Calgary Guardian and Vancouver Guardian websites.
About Jessica da Cunha 285 Articles
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About Jeremy Gee 246 Articles
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About Julian Swift 170 Articles
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About Rebecca Felgate 121 Articles
Writer for Toronto Guardian
About Chiara Di Lena 100 Articles
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About Emilea Semancik 69 Articles
Emilea Semancik was born in North Vancouver. Emilea has always always wanted to freelance her own pieces and currently writes for the Vancouver Guardian. She is also a recipe author working towards publishing her own series of recipe books. You can find her recipes on Instagram. @ancestral.foods
About Sonja Andic 63 Articles
Covers lifestyle, art, culture, entertainment, music, travel and city events for Toronto Guardian. A strategic communicator, popularity creator and social connector with a diverse portfolio of accomplishments.
About Erin Nicole Davis 53 Articles
Erin is a Toronto-based writer, actor and queen of the side hustle. When she’s not writing the day away in a face mask, she’s taking in the city’s vibrant arts scene, doing a red carpet interview or brunching with her leading ladies.
About Tosin Ajogbeje 49 Articles
Tosin Ajogbeje is a PR expert & spoken word poet who enjoys contributing to community ventures, creating spoken word video content, and blogging about pertinent societal issues. Check out her work at Website(tosinajobs.com) or Instagram(tosin_creativeblogs).
About Rob Campbell 48 Articles
Rob Campbell went to film school and worked in the movie business for a decade, laboring behind the scenes in hundreds of productions as the reliable but annoying grip-with-a-script.
About Isobel Grieve 43 Articles
Isobel is a bisexual Toronto-based writer. She has a B.A.H. in English and Media & Cinema Studies from the University of Guelph and a Postgraduate Certificate from the Humber College Television Writing and Producing program. Isobel writes about Arts and Culture; you can follow her @IsobelGrieve on Twitter.
About Kimberley Luu 41 Articles
Kimberley is a fitness fanatic! As a Personal Trainer, Fitness Instructor and Thai Massage Practitioner, she loves uncovering the latest fitness trends in Toronto. Follow her on Instagram @kimberley.luu.
About Freddie Mojallal 40 Articles
Lead singer of The Autumn Portrait and music writer for Toronto Guardian.
About Bill Cutbill 38 Articles
Music Writer for Toronto Guardian. Founder of Toronto label and music collective, Safe Sounds.
About Dean Young 37 Articles
Dean Young is a writer, comedian and radio host based in Toronto. When he’s not covering Canadian comedy and showbiz, or taking the readers of the Guardian into the green room for an inside look at Toronto’s booming independent standup scene, Dean can be heard weekly on AM640 and coast to coast on the Talkhole Podcast Network. Dean is the host of the live show Tinder Tales. And he’s the proud father of two feral cats named Hunter S. Tomcat and Catton Oswalt
About Jaya Kumar 34 Articles
Jaya is a high school student in Toronto, and an aspiring creative writer. She is fascinated by the history of the city, and loves digging deep into the past to paint an accurate and vibrant picture of the city's historical events.
About Tim Ellis 34 Articles
Tim is a writer, DJ, event coordinator, campaign manager, dog lover, and recovering American who now makes his home in Toronto. He's quite confident that this is the best city in the world.
About Michelle Ormsby 29 Articles
Michelle is a Toronto-based social justice advocate. With a background in Broadcast Journalism, Michelle is a freelance artist, writer and metaphysical healer. As a self-described wanderer, she enjoys sharing unique Arts, Black Culture and Civic experiences with Torontonians and can be reached via her socials: IG @CtrlxJoy or LinkedIn (Michelle Ormsby).
About Courtney Miceli 28 Articles
Writer, traveller, and lover of all things art, culture and science. Follow @courtneymiceli on Twitter to follow my stories.
About Serena Lopez 26 Articles
Serena Lopez is a young writer from Toronto and a full time coffee addict. Lover of all things books, film and music. When she's not procrastinating on the Internet, you can probably find her browsing at your local bookstore.
About Sofia Touboul 25 Articles
Multicultural artist and videographer. Her French and Colombian parents and her childhood in Israel led to a severe coffee, croissant, and shakshuka addiction. Obsessed with Instagram, she loves to share her life experiences. Follow Sofía on Instagram.
About Neil Waytowich 23 Articles
Neil Waytowich can be found on Twitter @ThatsMrNeil, and is a Canadian political blogger and podcaster. He can be found at Political Potshots and the Neil Before Zodcast.
About Amanda Scriver 22 Articles
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About Justin Chamoun 19 Articles
Justin Chamoun is a freelance music writer from Whitby Ontario. He began finding his love for music by collecting vinyl, while pursuing his undergraduate degree. When he placed his first record on his turn table and dropped the needle, he came to a realization; It all made sense. That his love for music relates greatly to his potential career path. He has never wanted to market a product, but rather a person. A person with emotions, that wants to make their dreams come true. Reach me at: justinchamouun@gmail.com
About Sarah Amormino 18 Articles
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About Shauna Trainor 18 Articles
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About Danny Gorny 16 Articles
Danny is a freelance writer, editor and communications consultant. Danny completed his PhD in Medieval Literature in 2013, and in his free time he explores the city, dances, and interrogates relationships between narrative and identity.
About Paula ter Kuile 16 Articles
Paula ter Kuile is a freelance writer living in Toronto. When not writing you can find her wandering around High Park, sipping coffee at a local coffee shop or taking in the latest art exhibit.
About Marie van Zeyl 15 Articles
Art addict and book aficionado, Marie van Zeyl, covers Toronto’s cultural sector for the Toronto Guardian. Marie holds a MBA in arts management from the the Institut d’Études Supérieures des Arts in Paris, France, and a B.A. in Art History from Trinity College, University of Toronto.
About Daanish Rehman 14 Articles
Daanish Rehman is a 20-year-old Karachi-born Journalism student at Carleton, writer for the Toronto Guardian, multi-instrumentalist, and lover of most foods. With experience in Radio Broadcasting and Web writing, Daanish looks to get his hands in many fields as possible, all while making some great connections along the way.
About Maria Flo 13 Articles
Maria Flo; a young woman finessed by an extreme European upbringing, Maria’s world is dominated by food, the love for food, the art of food, and the sharing of food. Without hesitation, ordering one of everything on any menu, Maria basks in the extravagant glory of unlimited choices while deciphering all dishes and the story they tell.
About Sharon Lee 13 Articles
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About Chantelle Rodrigo 13 Articles
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About Rafael Kuerti 12 Articles
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About Heiarii Bouissou 11 Articles
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About Jacqueline Flaggiello 10 Articles
Jacqueline Flaggiello is a multi disciplinary designer, photographer, writer and entrepreneur who currently holds a Bachelors of Arts in Philosophy from McMaster University. Her curiosity in design, tech and sustainability lead her to complete a Post-Graduate degree in International Business from ESMOD in Paris, France. Through years of travel and various photography projects, Jacqueline has turned her love of photography into a lifestyle with the start of Jolie Laide. Jolie Laide is a travel and lifestyle brand that currently produces leather camera straps and camera bags with artisans in Leon, Mexico. Her ultimate aim is to continually advocate for sustainable systems in production and design while also encouraging the craft of photography as not only as a medium for artistry but also as a tool for education and social change.
About Ami Shah 10 Articles
My name is Ami Shah, I am a 16 year old who started a vegetarian/eggless food blog during a global pandemic with a passion for supporting small businesses. Our blog has travelled from the GTA all the way to the US and we have collaborated with 50+ businesses.
About Stephen Lantier 9 Articles
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About Addi Stewart 9 Articles
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About Natalie Zina-Walchots 9 Articles
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About Conshinz 8 Articles
"Punk Rock singer turned writer. Essays, Bios and Reviews."
About Linda Luu 8 Articles
Health & Wellness Writer
About Ann Baek 8 Articles
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About Sabrina Greggain-Lord 8 Articles
My name is Sabrina Greggain-Lord, I live in Montreal and I am a Community Outreach worker for the Guardian. I am passionate about writing and bringing recognition to those doing wonderful work within their communities.
About Liza Zawadzka 8 Articles
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About Sydnee Walcott 8 Articles
Sydnee is a writer who enjoys writing on a variaty of topics ranging from culture, music, lifestyle and food. She is also open to talking on almost any topics outside of she usually does.
About Insomniac Owl 7 Articles
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About Candice Walker 6 Articles
Candice Walker is a dedicated advocate for social justice, a loving mother of two boys, and a woman of diverse interests and talents. She was born with the intuition of making a difference in the world, which drives her desire of helping others and fighting against social injustices. She is a devoted reader, who finds solace and inspiration within the pages of books, as well as shares an unusual fondness for the culinary genius of Gordon Ramsay. Candice also shares a love for basketball. This lifelong affair resulted in her having the opportunity to play competitive basketball for over 15 years representing the Brampton Lady Warriors and St. Edmund Campion Lady Bears. Today, Candice uses her platform as a way to give back to the community by officiating basketball games and mentoring youth across the GTA. Those who know Candice often refer to her as an “old soul” due to her wisdom beyond her years and her compassionate nature. Candice continues to make a positive impact on the world around her, inspiring others to follow their passions and always strive for a better future.
About Christopher Butters 6 Articles
Born and raised in Toronto, Christopher Butters is a contributor with a strong passion for history, art, and anything motorcycle related. When he's not writing, he's often taking motorcycle trips to parts unknown, camping, or working on an oil paint sketch in a messy studio.
About Maya del Mar 5 Articles
An avid traveller, foodie, and lover of language, Maya Guerrero is a proud Dominican-Canadian. She has lived in 5 countries, speaks 3.5 languages, and has eaten 16,000 different varieties of cheese. Her spirit animal is Anita Ekberg’s kitten in La Dolce Vita.
About Evan Jordan 5 Articles
Evan A Jordan writes about restaurants, travel and cooking. Get in touch with him via social media.
About Tara Collum 5 Articles
Tara Collum is a Toronto writer, book hoarder, and aspiring cat lady.
About Alison Joutsi 5 Articles
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About Emma Siegel 4 Articles
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About Hunza Chaudhary 4 Articles
Hunza Chaudhary is Journalism and Human Rights student at Carleton University. She was born in Pakistan, grew up in Mississauga and now lives in Ottawa. She’s an avid Netflix watcher and enjoys pizza like no tomorrow. She hopes to go into broadcasting someday and make her mark to spread the truth. You’ll always see her running to class or running to work and only slowing down for cute puppies, scented candles and book stores.
About Courtney Greenberg 4 Articles
Courtney Greenberg is a Toronto-based freelance journalist writing for the Toronto Star, Post City and CTV Toronto. Prior to working as a freelancer, she worked as an online reporter in the CTV Toronto newsroom, and as an editor for the Star's news app, Star Touch. Her writing has been featured in CP24, Chatelaine, The Kit, Bulace Magazine, the Torontoist, and the National Post. She is also the creator of lifestyle blog, justworkingfromhome.com.
About Cara O'Brien 4 Articles
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About Emma Johnston-Wheeler 3 Articles
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About Amanda Orlando 3 Articles
Amanda Orlando is the co-founder of EverydayAllergenFree.com, and the author and photographer of Allergen-Free Desserts published in May 2015. She often writes for other publications and blogs. When she's not writing or taking photos, she works as a buyer at Indigo Books & Music, in Toronto.
About Ryan Bembridge 3 Articles
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About Robyn Neath 3 Articles
A lover of all things art-centric and pop culture, Robyn's first writing experience comes in the form of Twilight fanfiction at the ripe age of eleven which still haunts her to this day. Her education is in scriptwriting, and she specialize in comedy/surrealism. She thrives when she is given the liberties to explore her weirdest, wildest thoughts (and there are plenty).
About Danica Jacobs 3 Articles
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About Dave Gordon 3 Articles
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About Coal Campbell 3 Articles
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About Jennifer Huggins 2 Articles
Jennifer Huggins owns and operates Kingsway Boxing Club in Toronto, Canada. As a 3-Star International Boxing Referee and Judge with AIBA International Boxing Association, she understands the sport from the inside out. In addition to coaching at her gym, Jennifer is the Founder and Executive Director of the Fight To End Cancer. She is heavily involved in the community, however still manages to find the time to travel the world performing with a World Class Magician.
About Julia Melcher 2 Articles
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About Ted St. Godard 2 Articles
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About Lexie Corbett 2 Articles
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About Rick Garrick 2 Articles
Rick Garrick is an award-winning Indigenous freelance journalist and Lac Seul First Nation band member who lives in Thunder Bay with his partner and son. He has been writing stories and shooting photographs for Wawatay News, Anishinabek News and the Great Lakes Pow Wow Guide since the early 2000s after graduating from Print Journalism at Cambrian College in 2002. He mainly covers stories about Indigenous people from northern Ontario communities, but has also covered stories from Toronto and other southern Ontario communities.
About Cyra Azeez 1 Article
Cyra Azeez is based in Halifax, Nova Scotia with an educational background in Urban Planning and Policy Analysis. When she is not busy with work, she enjoys writing, organizing art events including musical events, and curating art works.
About Naadira Shivapurapu 1 Article
Naadira Shivapurapu is a freelance writer splitting her time between Toronto, and Hamilton. When not writing, she is a full time student at McMaster University and in her spare time enjoys crocheting.
About Zawadi Bunzigiye 1 Article
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About Kaylen Gagnon 1 Article
Kaylen Gagnon is a psychology student at Carleton University. Born in the GTA but now living in Ottawa, she is an aspiring writer, photographer and also a passionate advocate for mental health awareness.
About Anasthasia Fallorin 1 Article
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About Dale Tidy 1 Article
Dale Tidy is an international freelance photographer and occasional writer. Born and raised in Australia, his work has been published in magazines, newspapers and online editorials across the globe. Dale's talent in capturing action sports, live music and adventure photography has become some of the most sought-after, attracting high-profile clientele such as Red Bull, CBC Sports, Virgin Mobile, Bell Media, Krone Newspaper and Nintendo
About Annya Cavalcante 1 Article
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About DIana Ballon 1 Article
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About Rachel Schwab 1 Article
Soul-seeker, mindful mama & spiritual life and leadership coach in Toronto
About Erica Chau 1 Article
Born and raised in Toronto, this girl is a globetrotter who called Toronto her home. From student life to fresh grad to learning how to be a real adult, Erica is all about lifestyle, food, and fashion. Stories and words have the power to transform lives so let's tell Toronto's story - one person at a time.
About Christian D'Ambrosi 1 Article
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About Kathryn Jordan 1 Article
From Annapolis Valley, Nova Scotia and currently in Toronto. The youngest of 3 siblings growing up, now there are 3 more brothers including two step brothers and the now youngest half brother. At 26, loves volunteering, climbing, yoga and raising awareness for multiple causes including mental health, feminism, LGBTQ+ rights, and other humans rights issues.
About Justin Jasmins 1 Article
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About Jennifer Weatherhead Harrington 1 Article
Inspiring Canadians fall in love with travel, one stylish carry-on at a time, Jennifer Weatherhead Harrington is the chic travel expert and creative force behind Travel & Style, the premiere resource for smart and stylish travellers who love to explore. Jennifer's love of travel has taken her to 60 countries - and counting!
About Kateryna Bandura 1 Article
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About Dr. Neal Hackler 1 Article
Neal Hackler is a college teacher now based out of Brandon, Manitoba after having spent the better part of a decade in Ottawa. He has an academic background in English Renaissance literature, with diverse interests in the arts, athletics, outdoors, gaming, and gardening.
About David King 1 Article
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About Joan Crate 1 Article
Joan Crate is a poet and novelist who taught English, Children’s Literature, Creative Writing, and Native Literature at Red Deer College, Alberta, for over twenty years. Her poem “I am a Prophet” from the collection Pale as Real Ladies: Poems for Pauline Johnson recently took part in U2’s concert in Vancouver. Her latest novel Black Apple (2016) confronts the systematic discrimination of the residential school system and the haunting of one in particular by focusing on two very different characters, Mother Grace and the gifted Rose Whitewater. Black Apple recently won the W.O. Mitchell, City of Calgary Award and was shortlisted for the Frank Heygi Award.
About Nataliya Radke 1 Article
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About Stephanie Prentice 0 Articles
Stephanie Prentice, originally from Southern Ontario, now calls Alberta home, where she thrives on embracing life to the fullest. As a dedicated grant writer, she uses her expertise to support non-profit organizations in making a difference. In her spare time, Stephanie crafts sustainably developed mittens to combat Canadian winters. A true people person, Stephanie enjoys building connections and engaging with diverse communities. She's an adventurous soul, equally at home exploring new destinations or cherishing cozy moments. With a passion for travel and a crisp new passport, she's always ready for her next adventure, whether it's discovering warm beaches or hidden gems in the Rockies. Join Stephanie as she continues to advocate for causes close to her heart and make a positive impact wherever she goes.
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About Daneel Thompson 0 Articles
Daneel is a dedicated magazine content sourcer with a passion for uncovering unique stories for the Montréal Guardian, Toronto Guardian, Calgary Guardian and Vancouver Guardian websites
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