The name Albert Koehl is a synonym for cycling advocacy in Toronto, but if you ask him, it is not something he ever really set out to be. Growing up in Windsor, Koehl was surrounded by a spirit of service. His father was involved in church-related organizations and his... Read more
Melanin Market celebrates Black entrepreneurs at Humber
Business & TechCultureFashionHumberNews Apr 11, 2025
Humber’s Black Student Support and Engagement (BSSE) organized the “Melanin Market” on March 18, showcasing small Black-owned business vendors in the Lakeshore campus L commons building, main floor study area. Some of this year’s vendors featured include Bold Lemonaide, Afrocrush, Lite It Up, VM Cosmetics, Shop Jewmei, Royal Roots... Read more
The names Torontonians choose for their pets increasingly reflect the cultural and social influences of their owners, according to experts. Rover.com, a Seattle-based online marketplace for pets and dogs, has released its twelfth annual report on the most popular cat and dog names in Canada and Toronto for 2024.... Read more
Skedline reporter Fernando Bossoes covers the pushback against a proposed 49-storey condo at 5280 Dundas Street West near Kipling subway station. South Eatonville residents fear the development will overshadow homes and worsen traffic in the area. Read more
For people with mobility issues to lead independent, active lives, they must have access to wheelchair-friendly transportation. Both commercial businesses and local governments work to improve accessibility to transport in big cities like Toronto and Manchester. Nonetheless, there are differences in how accessible transit services are implemented in the... Read more
Student marketing agency NEXT offers real world client experience
Business & TechHumberNewsTorontoVisual arts Feb 12, 2025
NEXT is a new Humber student agency program to create engaging, creative, and eye-catching content to promote brands in innovative ways. They strive to make the message interesting and enjoyable for the audience and hopefully get people understand the core message when it comes to advertising and branding. Jessica... Read more
By Dela Dorkenoo Toronto Police Service (TPS) data shows 2024 ended with 461 shooting incidents, a 33 per cent increase over 345 in 2023. From those shooting incidents, 44 people died and 120 people were injured. It’s a common trend in marginalized communities where gun activity is most frequent.... Read more
City of Toronto’s homelessness infrastructure strategy aims to move more people to long-term facilities
Health Jan 8, 2025
By Victoria Hincapie The City of Toronto plans to add up to 20 new shelter locations by 2033 via its Homelessness Services Capital Infrastructure Strategy (HSCIS). “As these sites open, it will allow the City to move away from temporary sites without losing capacity. These locations will stabilize the... Read more
Toronto police answering fewer mental health crisis calls as community-based service grows
News Nov 29, 2024
By Fernando Bossoes The Toronto police have answered fewer mental health crisis calls since 2021, as a community-based service stepped into the spotlight as the city’s top choice for mental health support. The Toronto Community Crisis Service (TCCS) is a community-based, non-police-led mental health crisis service that was launched... Read more
Toronto’s Distillery Winter Village has returned, bringing its unique charm, sparkling lights, and festive spirit to the city. Running daily until Jan. 5, this event invites visitors to walk under twinkling lights, meet Santa, and admire a stunning 55-foot silver fir tree designed by Christian Dior. Known for a... Read more
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