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“BBM” is now a real word, according to the Collins English Dictionary

“BBM” is now a real word, according to the Collins English Dictionary

Word nerds, take note: ”BBM,” the abbreviation, noun and verb encompassing every facet of BlackBerry Messenger, is officially...

QUOTED: A former Rob Ford aide on why the mayor’s latest scandal could be the most serious yet

—An unnamed former mayoral staffer, on the difference between the latest Rob Ford scandal and all those other Rob Ford...

The Argument: Why people around the world line up to see The Clock, Christian Marclay’s cinematic mash-up

The Argument: Why people around the world line up to see The Clock, Christian Marclay’s cinematic mash-up

Earlier this year, on a trip to Ottawa, my husband and I spent the day at the National Gallery. While he explored the...

BlackBerrys are disappearing from U.S. retail shelves

Research in Motion is struggling according to nearly every conventional measure of business success: its stock price has...

QUOTED: Doug Ford promises to be even more outspoken on his next radio show (if that’s possible)

QUOTED: Doug Ford promises to be even more outspoken on his next radio show (if that’s possible)

—Councillor, radio host and mayoral big brother Doug Ford, on what to expect when he and Rob resume their radio show this Sunday...

Inside the Latest Issue

The July issue of Toronto Life features the monster cottages of Muskoka versus the resistance. Plus, our obsessive coverage of everything that matters now in the city.

Rob Ford still hasn’t learned how to separate city hall and football

Rob Ford still hasn’t learned how to separate city hall and football

The Toronto media is abuzz today about a Globe and Mail story that alleges Rob Ford uses his taxpayer–funded staff...

Canada’s banking boom has a downside: “shenanigans” from the big banks

Canada’s banking boom has a downside: “shenanigans” from the big banks

Canada’s biggest banks are basking in good news lately: profits are up, as are payouts to shareholders, and (unlike their...

Rob Ford re-ignites his election campaign at the biggest Ford Fest ever

Rob Ford re-ignites his election campaign at the biggest Ford Fest ever

Forget TIFF: The biggest party this weekend was Rob Ford’s annual barbecue. No, seriously—Ford Fest attracted more than 6,000...

THE SCENE: Elton John, supermodels and sparkly eveningwear at the 25th Fashion Cares gala

THE SCENE: Elton John, supermodels and sparkly eveningwear at the 25th Fashion Cares gala

With performances by the likes of the Scissor Sisters, Janelle Monae and Elton John, the 25th Fashion Cares gala was one of last...

Camera: rock stars vs. movie stars at Paul Haggis’ Artists for Peace and Justice fundraiser

Camera: rock stars vs. movie stars at Paul Haggis’ Artists for Peace and Justice fundraiser

U of T President’s Lodge, September 8. Attendees shelled out $1,250 a head to hobnob with celebrities at the Artists for Peace...

Fashion’s Night Out turns out some big parties (on a night of big parties)

Fashion’s Night Out turns out some big parties (on a night of big parties)

Not only did last night feature a multitude of TIFF parties (plus Toronto Life’ s Most Stylish party at the Shangri-La), it was...

Ford Fest 2012 will have police, pony rides and a Pride parade

Ford Fest 2012 will have police, pony rides and a Pride parade

Despite the fact that Ford Fest is open to anyone who cares to schlep over to Rob Ford’ s mom’s house in Etobicoke, every year...

Reaction Roundup: how Rob Ford fared on his day in court

Reaction Roundup: how Rob Ford fared on his day in court

It’s rare (thankfully) that the mayor of a major city faces cross-examination in open court, never mind a mayor like Rob...

Best of the City 2012

Best of the City 2012

There’s this myth that Torontonians are polite and reserved, when the truth is we’re pushy, demanding perfectionists. We...

Tom Anselmi is the new president of MLSE

Tom Anselmi is the new president of MLSE

When Richard Peddie retired as CEO of Maple Leaf Sports and Entertainment in March, he left a robust balance sheet, a championship...

QUOTED: George Smitherman predicts whether Rob Ford will win a second term

QUOTED: George Smitherman predicts whether Rob Ford will win a second term

— George Smitherman, whose own mayoral aspirations didn’t exactly pan out, on why Rob Ford will likely pull off a win in the...

Does Rob Ford make a credible witness? An unofficial probe into the matter

Does Rob Ford make a credible witness? An unofficial probe into the matter

Over the past week, pundits have been speculating and opining and salivating over the fact that Mayor Rob Ford will testify in...

Memoir: art and autism, lessons from my sister

Memoir: art and autism, lessons from my sister

I thought a creative collaboration with my sister would help draw her out of her autism. I didn’t expect it to change something...

An Ontarian’s cute dragon drawing makes him Internet-famous (and nets him a free phone)

An Ontarian’s cute dragon drawing makes him Internet-famous (and nets him a free phone)

In May, a self-professed Samsung fanatic from London, Ontario, named Shane Bennett fired off a message to Samsung Canada’s...

Reason to Love Toronto: because we build parks under our expressways

Reason to Love Toronto: because we build parks under our expressways

Deputy Mayor Doug Holyday drew the ire of urbanites during a recent council debate when he said that downtown was no place to...

Peter Munk is (inadvertently) at the centre of the scandal surrounding Stephen Harper’s chief of staff

Nigel Wright, Prime Minister Stephen Harper’ s chief of staff since 2010, is facing accusations of cronyism because of his close...

The List: 10 things physician, undersea explorer and author Joe MacInnis can’t live without

The List: 10 things physician, undersea explorer and author Joe MacInnis can’t live without

1 | My customized hard hat I co-led an expedition to the Titanic in 1991. Everyone on board needed a hard hat, so I decided as...

House Wars: true tales from the Toronto real estate market

House Wars: true tales from the Toronto real estate market

The house hunt has become a blood sport involving bully bids, bribery and a willingness to pay $100,000 over asking, without...

QUOTED: Rob Ford on what happens when he and Stephen Harper go fishing

QUOTED: Rob Ford on what happens when he and Stephen Harper go fishing

— Rob Ford, on how much he likes what’s becoming his annual fishing trip with Stephen Harper, the most recent of which took...

Cost of Living

These North York points enthusiasts earn $370,000 a year. How do they spend it?

These North York points enthusiasts earn $370,000 a year. How do they spend it?

“We try to maximize our rewards by using various credit cards plus PC Optimum”

This 22-year-old venture capitalist is on track to make $180,000 this year. How does he spend it?

This 22-year-old venture capitalist is on track to make $180,000 this year. How does he spend it?

“I love a good bargain, so I shop at No Frills”

This globetrotting couple earns a combined $287,000 a year. How do they spend it?

This globetrotting couple earns a combined $287,000 a year. How do they spend it?

“Groceries are our biggest monthly expense after rent”

This Doctors Without Borders marketer earns $100,000 a year. How does she spend it?

This Doctors Without Borders marketer earns $100,000 a year. How does she spend it?

Manpreet Badyal moved from Delhi to Vancouver to Toronto in search of success

How a Gen Z finance enthusiast in Forest Hill spends her money

How a Gen Z finance enthusiast in Forest Hill spends her money

Business analyst and budding TikTok investment guru Chaeeun Lee hopes to visit 50 countries before she turns 30

This policy analyst and stand-up comedian makes $83,000 a year. How does she spend it?

This policy analyst and stand-up comedian makes $83,000 a year. How does she spend it?

“Investing in mental health is important. I have an unlimited membership at Othership in Yorkville”

This entrepreneur is on track to make $23,000 this year. How does she spend it?

This entrepreneur is on track to make $23,000 this year. How does she spend it?

“It was hard to accept financial aid from my parents, but it actually brought us closer together”

Urban Diplomat

Dear Urban Diplomat: My family takes Mother’s Day more seriously than Father’s Day

Dear Urban Diplomat: My family takes Mother’s Day more seriously than Father’s Day

She gets flowers, gifts and breakfast in bed; I get a lousy grill brush. Am I wrong to feel slighted?

Dear Urban Diplomat: What’s the etiquette for EV charging?

Dear Urban Diplomat: What’s the etiquette for EV charging?

Dear Urban Diplomat , What’s the etiquette for EV charging? A few weeks ago, I finally found a spot in my neighbourhood to juice...

Dear Urban Diplomat: My husband thinks I'm a hoarder, but I'm a collector

Dear Urban Diplomat: My husband thinks I’m a hoarder, but I’m a collector

He’s started quoting Marie Kondo and insisting that I get rid of my “emotional support tchotchkes.” How can I get him to back off?

Dear Urban Diplomat: My condo building has zero tolerance for the slightest noise

Dear Urban Diplomat: My condo building has zero tolerance for the slightest noise

They’ve asked us not to shower after 11 p.m. because of “pipe whistling.” Is this normal?

Dear Urban Diplomat: My husband bought us a pass to skip the line at the ski hill. Why do I feel guilty for using it?

Dear Urban Diplomat: My husband bought us a pass to skip the line at the ski hill. Why do I feel guilty for using it?

I can’t help being embarrassed every time I sheepishly walk past the eye rollers in the regular queue

Dear Urban Diplomat: My brother is lying online about Dry January

Dear Urban Diplomat: My brother is lying online about Dry January

He’s preaching the virtues of sobriety on TikTok but still crushing six-packs every weekend, and the hypocrisy is getting on my nerves. Should I call him out?

Dear Urban Diplomat: My co-workers have forgotten how to behave in an office

Dear Urban Diplomat: My co-workers have forgotten how to behave in an office

I actually don’t mind the return-to-office mandate, but it seems like so much working from home has caused my fellow employees’ self-awareness to atrophy