Archive for 'Mark Mann'

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Toronto’s Twice-Annual Avian Massacre Begins Now

A brightly lit city is like a black hole for night-travelling birds. None can escape its gravitational pull.

By Mark Mann Aug. 16th, 9:00 am

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Exploring Toronto’s Hidden Waterfronts

Just because you don't see water doesn't mean it's not there.

By Mark Mann Jul. 18th, 9:30 am

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Toronto’s Buildings are Designed for the Sun

Developers must prove to the City their buildings still let the sun shine.

By Mark Mann Jul. 11th, 9:00 am

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New Union Station Glass Installation Lets the Darkness Through

Worthwhile public art doesn't always have to be uplifiting, and the Union Station stained glass is a great example.

By Mark Mann Jun. 29th, 11:45 am

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Like Fish in a Pool: Toronto’s Indoor Trout Pond Returns

A community pool turns into the city's best fishing hole.

By Mark Mann Jun. 15th, 3:00 pm

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Landlord Licensing: A Solution to Toronto’s Tenant Woes?

Supporters say landlord licensing would create more accountability for tenants, but critics argue the regulation would be unwieldy and costly.

By Mark Mann May. 5th, 11:00 am

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The Limits in Landlord Accountability

We look at a case study where tenants say complaints are routinely ignored by their landlord, and whether new efforts by the City can change the system for the better.

By Mark Mann • Illustrations by Brett LambApr. 27th, 11:15 am

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Alice Dances with a Giant Cat in the National Ballet’s Wonderland

The National Ballet's Cheshire Cat is 25 feet long, takes eight people to manipulate, and is as mischievous as ever.

By Mark Mann Mar. 13th, 12:00 pm

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Matt Galloway Shares Tasty Film Moments at Upcoming TIFF Series

Food on Film promises another joint venture between moviegoers and meal-makers.

By Mark Mann Mar. 10th, 2:30 pm

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What the %@&*! Happened to Free Speech?

At his lecture on Monday, Art Spiegelman traced the graphic history of free speech from Mad Magazine to the Charlie Hebdo slayings.

By Mark Mann Jan. 28th, 1:10 pm

Instruments of Resistance

Toronto's Lemon Bucket Orkestra brings the 2014 Ukrainian revolution vividly to life in new immersive play, Counting Sheep.

By Mark Mann Jan. 26th, 3:00 pm

People to Watch in 2015

A look at some of the actors, artists, activists, and public figures who will be making news in 2015.

By Desmond Cole, Steve Fisher, Michael Fraiman, David Hains, Mark Mann and Martin Morrow Jan. 19th, 1:00 pm

2014 Hero: Shirtless Jogger

Nominated for: spontaneously giving our former mayor a piece of his mind.

By Mark Mann • Illustration by Brett LambDec. 23rd, 12:51 pm

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2014 Villain: Death of Toronto Bookstores

Nominated for: taking away many of our favourite places, and proving that convenience beats character and charm.

By Mark Mann • Illustration by Brian McLachlanDec. 23rd, 12:45 pm

Holiday Homestretch Concert Planner

It's not too late to get your fill of festive cheer.

By Mark Mann Dec. 18th, 2:45 pm

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Love or Love: Lawrence Heights Remembers It All

Members of the community share their memories as part of the neighbourhood's revitalization.

By Mark Mann Nov. 19th, 1:30 pm