Articles by Shantelle Canzanese

About Shantelle Canzanese

Shantelle Canzanese was born and raised in Toronto, Canada. She currently writes for the Toronto Guardian and values the freedom and creativity it allows. She loves connecting with people and getting the opportunity to tell their story. She's also a personal development coach and passionate about DIY and design. You can learn more about her at www.shantellecanzanese.com

Tragedy Plus Time: Toronto Comedian Siddesh Pai

June 19, 2025 Shantelle Canzanese

Siddesh Pai is a Toronto-based comedian who first stepped onto the stage at Second City, performing a 5-minute set that, […]

Homegrown Business: Kassandra Cardinale of Elisa Candles

June 9, 2025 Shantelle Canzanese

Elisa Candles is a Canadian-made candle company crafting all-natural soy and coconut wax candles, with a mission to create clean-burning […]

Tragedy Plus Time: Comedian Charles Adam

June 5, 2025 Shantelle Canzanese

Charles Adam is a comedian who got his start in stand-up by submitting a recorded set to the Sudbury LOL […]

Homegrown Business: Alejandra Rodriguez of Stay Active Rehabilitation

May 26, 2025 Shantelle Canzanese

Stay Active Rehabilitation is a Toronto-based clinic that offers physiotherapy, rehabilitation, and complementary wellness services, all aimed at helping people […]

Tragedy Plus Time: Toronto Comedian Greg Palone

May 22, 2025 Shantelle Canzanese

Greg Palone is a Toronto-based comedian who got his start in stand-up while studying at Laurier, performing at open mics […]

Homegrown Business: Jay Willmot of Haven Greens

May 19, 2025 Shantelle Canzanese

Haven Greens is Canada’s first fully automated greenhouse, revolutionizing the lettuce industry by providing a year-round, sustainable supply of fresh, […]

Tragedy Plus Time: Toronto Comedian Yaw Attuah

May 15, 2025 Shantelle Canzanese

Yaw Attuah is a Toronto-based comedian who got his start in comedy thanks to the encouragement of a close friend […]

Five Minutes With: Toronto Heavy Metal Band PHEAR

May 9, 2025 Shantelle Canzanese

With their arena-calibre sound, “Save Our Souls” was produced, mixed, and mastered by Jon Howard (Threat Signal) and can be […]

Tragedy Plus Time: Comedian Chris Quigley

May 8, 2025 Shantelle Canzanese

Chris Quigley is a comedian who discovered his love for comedy at just 11 years old after hearing Hal Roach […]

Tragedy Plus Time: Toronto Comedian Jabar Bains

May 1, 2025 Shantelle Canzanese

Jabar Bains is a Toronto-based comedian who discovered his love for stand-up during late-night visits to The Comedy Store in […]