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HOEM  -How to Spend a Day at the AGO or ROM without Breaking the Bank
Style & Culture | Toronto Living

How to Spend a Day at the AGO or ROM without Breaking the Bank

Liam McQueen  |  December 26, 2025

We’re deep in winter, the days are dark and short (although now, finally, they’re getting longer!), and you might be looking for an interesting, indoor Toronto activity. Two …

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HOEM  -Where to Watch New Year’s Eve Fireworks in Toronto
Events | Toronto Living

Where to Watch New Year’s Eve Fireworks in Toronto

Ava Sykora  |  December 19, 2025

As 2025 comes to an end, there is no better way to ring in the New Year than watching fireworks in the city at midnight. Here are a …

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HOEM  -Where to See the Best Holiday Lights in Toronto (Transit-Friendly Guide)
Events | Toronto Living

Where to See the Best Holiday Lights in Toronto (Transit-Friendly Guide)

Sam Hayeems  |  December 12, 2025

Toronto knows how to do the holiday season right – particularly at night. Many of you may be curious to explore some festive luminous displays. So I’ve put …

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HOEM  -Student Budget Gift Guide: Thoughtful Presents Under $25 
Events | Style & Culture | Toronto Living

Student Budget Gift Guide: Thoughtful Presents Under $25 

Sydney Celestine  |  December 5, 2025

The holidays are the best time of the year! But we know it can be stressful for students on a budget to think of gifts for family and …

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HOEM  -Sleep in the City that Never Sleeps: How to Rest Well in a Busy Environment
Toronto Living | Wellness

Sleep in the City that Never Sleeps: How to Rest Well in a Busy Environment

Yana Tibett  |  November 28, 2025

Toronto may not be the craziest city in terms of noise, but for those of us who live downtown and deal with hearing the traffic jams at 3am, …

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HOEM  -Digital Detox: Reclaiming Your Mental Health
Wellness

Digital Detox: Reclaiming Your Mental Health

Anza Ashraf  |  November 21, 2025

You can’t escape the digital world today; screens are everywhere! What’s worse is that we don’t realize how the digital atmosphere effects our mental health. So here are …

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HOEM  -Golden Streets & Cozy Seats: Discovering Fall in Toronto
Events | Food | Toronto Living

Golden Streets & Cozy Seats: Discovering Fall in Toronto

Ella Carrington  |  November 14, 2025

Fall in Toronto  When autumn arrives, Toronto shifts from summer buzz to cozy charm. The city’s skyline stands out against golden trees, and the cool air makes walks …

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HOEM  -Living with Roommates: How to Set Boundaries and Handle Conflict without Drama
Community | Toronto Living | Wellness

Living with Roommates: How to Set Boundaries and Handle Conflict without Drama

Shirley Reichberg, Occupational Therapist  |  November 7, 2025

Living with roommates can be one of the best, and sometimes trickiest, parts of college or university life. You might be looking forward to late-night talks, shared snacks, …

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HOEM  -Day Trips by Transit from Toronto: Niagara Falls, Hamilton Waterfalls, and Scarborough Bluffs
Toronto Living

Day Trips by Transit from Toronto: Niagara Falls, Hamilton Waterfalls, and Scarborough Bluffs

Juanita Quarcoe  |  October 31, 2025

Exploring Ontario’s Natural Wonders Without a Car Ontario is home to breathtaking natural attractions, many of which can be enjoyed as day trips using public transit. Whether you’re …

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