How many holiday editions is this now?? Twelve to be precise. The last two, amid pandemics, have been interesting. We did the giving guide last year, and this year did not get the content or advertisers needed to rerun it. That is ok because our advertisers have been with us, many since the beginning. So […]
The souls of the departed and ghost of Christmas past don’t just cease to exist. Their ectoplasm still gather amongst the homes and commercial establishments of Cabbagetown. They still convene in the early hours at the chapel of Prospect cemetery. Maybe our lives never really disappear despite our limited days on earth. Maybe the energy […]
Contributed by Joanna Brady Schmida – When I was approached by Peter Lovering recently about an addendum to the article he was planning to write for the Parliament Street News, I was delighted. For younger people, Tony Brady is just a name. A plaque in the park; the namesake of a tiny laneway in Cabbagetown. But […]
Children and youth come to Dixon Hall every day looking for guidance. They want to feel their life matters, and because of our community of generous supporters, our staff can provide the resources and support the kids need; their story can be changed. Manny came to Dixon Hall when he was just nine years old. […]
Courtesy of Lenka Life Photography The Holidays are a time for giving so we are giving away a FREE Holiday photo session!!! This prize includes a 30-minute photo session to be used for your family or can be gifted to someone who lives in Cabbagetown. What a great gift! To ENTER: email a photo of […]
I think it every edition and but I mean it this time. This is one of the best issues ever. Thanks to all of our advertisers. They are committed to maintaining their visibility in the community. We appreciate the support, and it allows us to keep publishing and delivering via Canada Post to over 2500 […]
When you live in Canada, every day is Canada Day. Like father’s day, I always joke that “every day is fathers Day kids”. This adage is true for Canada too. Whatever you think of the local municipal, provincial or federal governments, we are all lucky to be living in Canada. So we should celebrate maybe […]
A New Tradition? We sure hope so! — Contributed by Lenka Gazova. The Santa Claus Parade has been spreading joy for over 100 years! Attended by thousands of spectators, volunteers and sponsors each year. Since 1980, the parade has started near Christie Pits Park. This year however, due to ongoing city construction, the organizers decided […]
Duncan Fremlin, Broker, RE/MAX Hallmark Realty Ltd. — Neighbourhoods like Cabbagetown become particularly festive and colourful during the Christmas season. It’s also the time of year when we spend a lot of money. The small independently owned businesses in our neighbourhood are counting on it. The importance of sole proprietorships became particularly important after […]
The holiday edition is out. This is a great issue with great content from our incredible contributors and advertisers. Don’t forget to mention to advertisers and contributors that you saw their articles. Please share articles socially and more importantly remember to support our local businesses. Thank you to all of our Advertisers and Contributors. […]
