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

Five Minutes With: Toronto Hip-Hop Artist D.O. Gibson

September 5, 2025 Shantelle Canzanese

D.O. Gibson is a Guinness World Record-setting rapper, author, and motivational speaker who has defied the odds to build a […]

Tragedy Plus Time: Toronto Comedian Michael Carnevale

September 4, 2025 Shantelle Canzanese

Michael Carnevale got his start in comedy while studying Comedy Writing and Performance at Humber Polytechnic, making his debut at […]

“A Day in the Life” with: Toronto Visual Artist Kirsten McCrea

August 20, 2025 Shantelle Canzanese

Kirsten McCrea is one of those rare people whose work ethic is matched by her imagination. She’s been making art […]

Five Minutes With: Toronto Singer-Songwriter Andrea England

August 8, 2025 Shantelle Canzanese

The founder, curator and host of critically-acclaimed songwriter series, Four Chords & the Truth, Andrea England is an award-winning singer-songwriter, […]

Tragedy Plus Time: Toronto Comedian Keith Pedro

August 7, 2025 Shantelle Canzanese

Keith Pedro is a Toronto-based comedian who found his footing in stand-up after enrolling in Humber College’s Comedy Program, a […]

Tragedy Plus Time: Toronto Comedian Ben Albert

July 31, 2025 Shantelle Canzanese

Ben Albert got his start in comedy by driving eight hours to perform at Yuk Yuk’s Ottawa for an amateur […]

Charitable Choices: Nick Regina of Spark Charity Foundation

July 29, 2025 Shantelle Canzanese

The Spark Charity Foundation is a Canadian non-profit organization dedicated to providing vital resources to individuals and families in need […]

Tragedy Plus Time: Toronto Comedian Lou Currie

July 24, 2025 Shantelle Canzanese

Lou Currie is a Toronto-based comedian who found her comedic voice through a lifelong love of humour, fueled by a […]

“A Day in the Life” with: Toronto Performing Artist Vanessa Sears

July 16, 2025 Shantelle Canzanese

Vanessa Sears is one of Canada’s foremost performing artists. Her body of work and achievements defy easy categorization, and span […]

Homegrown Business: Dr. Charlie Wall-Andrews of SOCAN Foundation

July 14, 2025 Shantelle Canzanese

SOCAN Foundation is a national organization based in Toronto that fosters musical creativity and promotes a better understanding of the […]