Hillcrest Mall is the first Canadian shopping centre to install a rooftop beekeeping area to preserve the species. There are about 50,000 honeybees occupying a portion of the rooftop of Richmond Hill’s Hillcrest Mall. That number is expected to climb to roughly 80,000 by summer’s end. Don’t be alarmed — these bees are there on …
Skinprovement has been reinvigorated and rejuvenated. The spa celebrated the grand opening of its new location at Rutherford Road and Highway 400 back on June 17. The first 50 purchasers at the event received a swag bag of facial and skin products. Guests also took in the sounds of live music from a talented cello …
Toronto is considered by many to be an international and world-class city. With plans unveiled at the second biennial Toronto of the Future event in June, local developers and real-estate figures show how the city will keep that status. Back in June, Torontonians got a glimpse into the future. And what they witnessed has the …
In summer 2012, entrepreneurs Pema Hegan, Andrew McGrath and Noah Godfrey took it upon themselves to alter the grocery shopping experience to benefit all. Subsequent to a series of beta tests with coupon-trading groups and after seeing a myriad of positive responses, the three launched Checkout 51 — a cash-back mobile application primarily for grocery …
Divine and delectable are the experiences for those who venture to this month’s foodie hot spots, listed below. Whether it’s locally produced handmade sweets, the genuine tastes of Italy and Spain or vegan burgers and fish, it’ll be love at first bite. SOMA Soma Chocolatemaker brings out the personality of every cacao bean, offering a …
Specializing in permanent hair removal for over 25 years. When Angela Martino was 15, a hormone imbalance caused what she describes as “an excessive amount of hair on my face,” which led to embarrassment and low self-esteem. But Martino found a solution that helped her through it. “I started electrolysis treatments, which raised my self-confidence …
The Op Team, a top-100-ranked realty group in Canada, celebrated the grand opening of its new office on July 13. Headed by the dynamic duo of Nick and Angela Oppedisano, both of whom are well respected throughout the real estate industry for their professionalism, the Op Team welcomed over 100 guests to its grand opening …
The Kollari Institute of Music is welcoming students back in grand fashion this September. With monthly concerts in the school’s state-of-the-art facility, award-winning lessons and a dedicated curriculum, students are in for a busy and exciting year. Director Rina Kollari looks forward to the September rush and welcoming students back, as well as meeting new …
Paul Walker, certified personal trainer, sports nutritionist, lifestyle and wellness coach and owner of Integrity Fitness answers your personal fitness and nutrition questions. @aidenbranden: In your opinion, is working out in the morning or night better? Morning training induces a calm, relaxed, clear state all day long — you think better, you feel better, you’re …
An accent becomes the focus when a room is adorned with a Luke Irwin rug. The bespoke products speak to the true art form of traditional hand-knotted rugs — not to mention admirable ethical practices. Q. Where did your interest in rugs come from and when did you decide to make them your career? A. …