Save the World: Get Green Appliances

If you have an old refrigerator, you’ve probably debated in your mind whether or not to keep it until it dies. The decision is a really a no-brainer as new appliances are sleeker, quieter, more functional, and more importantly, energy efficient. Manufacturers are motivated in part by legislation introduced in … Read More

How to Handicap a Horse

This weekend, Toronto’s Woodbine Racetrack will host the Canadian Internationals, a prelude to next month’s Breeders’ Cup in Southern California’s Santa Anita Park, where thoroughbreds will compete for US $25.5 million. And that’s just the purse: With a little know-how, you too can snag a chunk of change yourself. We … Read More

Cruising the Okanagan in Style

I just got back from a few days in the Okanagan Valley, testing luxury GM cars and sipping wine at bucolic vineyards — in that order. World record holder for global circumnavigation by car Garry Sowerby became our designated driver as soon as the vino touched the lips; with credentials … Read More

Can Men Wear Jewellery?

In the world of men’s style, few subjects are as divisive as jewellery. Some shy away from it altogether. Others, meanwhile, boldly bring on the bling. One of these men is Daniel Torjman, who makes cotton T-shirts, bone-handled knives and, yes, men’s jewellery for the Toronto-based fashion line he recently … Read More

The Time is Right: The Congestion Charge

Last week I wondered at the possibility of a congestion charge. It’s an instant tax that would be levied against private drivers entering the centre of cluttered Canadian cities. It’s been practiced in London England since 2003 – a daring experiment and surprising success. But here? It’s probably pie in … Read More

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