Eglinton Ave. Living

For eight years Rick Casaccia has been an important member of Chaplin Estates onEglinton Ave. W.  Here, Rick talks about what it’s been like for him since he came to the neighbourhood.  Coming from an entirely different background, Rick is enjoying every day surrounded by happy dogs and grateful owners.  Rick and his team are [...]

As always, Naomi and Michelle of Sense of Independence are in the forefront of fashion trends.  Their keen understanding of fashion and buying trips every two weeks keeps the newest in fashion always available at 511 Eglinton Ave. West.  The fabulous colours and styles of this season are irresistible, the red is amazing.  Be sure [...]

Linda McMaster of the Art Barn School in Allenby on Eglinton Ave. W. tells us about the School and how the community has welcomed her and the art teachers.  Serving the youngest artists in the community right up to seniors has been a very exciting addition to the neighbourhood.  That it is a not for [...]

For so many years Global Pet Foods has been one of the most popular stores on The Eglinton Way, especially with the dogs.  Never does one go through the door without a treat, often just for a treat!  Under the excellent management of Joanne Kong customers can depend on expert advice, high quality products and [...]

For over 18 years Petroff Gallery has been innovative and constantly changing.  Leaders in the community, Sara & Steven have been a large part of the vibrant growth of Eglinton Ave. West, UpperVillage and Cedarvale.  Creative use of the Gallery space to share with the neighbourhood and a warm welcome make Petroff Gallery a place to [...]

So many attractions, games, music and free food.  The enthusiasm was not dampened by the cool weather.  Lots of activities for the children and lots of food for everyone.   The roasted chestnuts were such a treat.  Adam Hynam-Smith and Tamara Jensen of Gastronomo Vagabundo Food Truck were serving tacos and soup as fast as they [...]

On entering Terrain Flowers the clean lines and elegant displays are a hint of the exceptional floral arrangements that Darrin Butler and his team create.  Known for simplicity and unique design Terrain Flowers is a favourite of event and wedding planners as well as so many of the neighbours.  With ten years of floral experience [...]

SDG Crafts is ever evolving.  What started off catering to crafters now attracts artists, cake decorators, graphic artists, model builders and out of town customers from as far away as Australia.  In less than six months Roxanne Speers has built a reputation for excellent craft classes and unique supplies.  The latest addition is the Silhouette [...]

For twenty-five years Dean Macdonell has been living and working in Allenby.  Long known for capturing the perfect image.  Dean has been photographing North Toronto babies, through all the stages of their lives and then photographing their babies.  Family portraits are treasured by many.   Stop by the studio at 278 Eglinton Ave. W.and take a look [...]

For 13 years Rachel Brown has been creating the spectacular Haunt on the Hill.  At 16  Rachel picked up the power and hand tools and started something frightful.  A few mechanical props get ghosts floating, bodies rising and spiders jumping, smoke and sound make this the Halloween stop of the neighbourhood.  Rachel does all of this in [...]