Valentine’s Day Getaways Near Montreal

There’s nothing like the mid-winter urban blues to kill the mood. This Valentine’s Day, trade the city’s grey slush for the pure white fluffy stuff. Here, the best out-of-town spots for a romantic getaway with your better half. Fiddler Lake Resort Ski-lovers can cozy up in a personal cabin (from … Read More

Valentine’s Day Getaways Near Vancouver

With Valentine’s coming fast, the pressure is on to show your special lady just how special she is. Roses are lovely but predictable, and dinner out would have to be really extraordinary to stand out, presuming you’ve been wining and dining her all along. (You have, haven’t you?) For memorable … Read More

Is Art a Good Investment?

Last week, Christie’s announced that 2010 had been a good year for them. Very, very good: The British auction house sold nearly $4.3 billion worth of art. Economic turmoil, it seems, hasn’t touched the art market. Some might even speculate that it’s had the reverse effect: With the markets proving … Read More

Toronto’s Best Independent Movie Theatres

If your tastes in film go beyond rom-coms and the Fockers series, your local theatre may not always call your name. Fortunately, Toronto’s blessed with several excellent independent cinemas. Here, five of the finest. Camera Bar The 6’ by 8’ screen at Atom Egoyan’s Camera Bar can’t compete with your … Read More

The Guide to Independent Film in Montreal

We know you’re probably dying to see that new Nicolas Cage flick. This weekend, why not try something a little more enlightening. Here, our guide to the best places to catch independent and international film in Montreal. Cinema Politica Hosting screenings at McGill, UQAM, UdeM and their largest at Concordia, … Read More

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