dnovogroup.com All law firms need an impactful presence that shows confidence, leadership and professionalism; dNOVO Group can make that happen. For many years, the legal terrain had gone unchanged, concerning client acquisition and how legal matters proceeded. But the COVID-19 pandemic completely shook the terrain of the legal field, and, since then, it has evolved to become more adaptable. How so? Courts have closed, and lawyers are now more than willing to be available virtually for client consultations and meetings with opposing legal counsel, as well as for attending hearings. Furthermore ..read more

Famed Italian tenor Andrea Bocelli highlighted the Harmony and Hope Gala raising funds for Chai Lifeline Canada to assist families dealing with a childhood illness. There is perhaps no worse nightmare scenario in life than a child who is born or diagnosed with a serious illness. It is the greatest fear of every parent and nothing, absolutely nothing matters more than securing the care needed to overcome the illness and reaching out to organizations who may be able to help. Organizations such at Chai Lifeline Canada, who for the past 18 years have been stepping up to provide the much needed and ..read more

The power that food has on our emotional well-being. Is wolfing down a favourite chocolate bar or running to the local barista for a hit of caffeine part of your late-afternoon itinerary? If so, you are not alone. So many of us either skip lunch or eat at our desks from containers of takeout food that has more bulk than nutrition and gives us a blood-sugar spike and then energy crash that deplete us well before our day is done. “It is well known that “you are what you eat,” and good food can improve mental health and stabilize moods as well as support physical health.” So the question we nee ..read more

Introducing City Life’s barber series! our favourite barbershop picks that will have you looking and feeling your best. The origins of your local barbershop are rich with history, and barbershops as social institutions have been around for centuries — going as far back as ancient Rome, when Emperor Nero was served by his personal barber. Today, barbers with flair keep up with and deliver ever-changing styles for clients of all ages and walks of life and even inspire male grooming rituals. The barbershop has traditionally been recognized as a haven for men, a place to gather and socialize. It’s ..read more

Jess Hunichen and Emily Ward, co-founders of Shine Talent Group, use their entrepreneurial talents to elevate the talent of others. In November 2015 Shine Talent Group was born. With a boutique touch, Shine gives social talent and potential influencers the resources they need to work with a global network of PR agencies, one-on-one talent management and campaign strategy consulting while taking the time to understand their clients’ individual needs. Today, Shine has successfully expanded to represent social talent globally and has offices in Los Angeles, Toronto and London. Co-founders Jess Hu ..read more

The Interior Design Show 2024 celebrated the best in global and Canadian design for its 25th edition. The 25th edition of the Interior Design Show at the Metro Toronto Convention Centre was nothing short of spectacular. Design lovers were treated to a truly immersive experience, with the “wow” factor in play throughout, from the emerging designers’ booths to those of the legacy brands. Since 1999, IDS has become a catalyst for Canadian design, and, during the past two decades, innovation and inspiration have been at its heart and soul. Solving the problems of tomorrow and crafting seamless fun ..read more

Mississauga Arts Council presents a two-year Pilot ArtsCare Social Prescription Program to benefit mental health. Whether we admit it or not or even realize it, we have all incorporated calming strategies into our daily lives to deal with the sometimes-frenetic pace of our obligations, activities or life patterns. Some of us curl up with a good book or listen to classical music or white noise apps on our phones. Others cook or find that a rigorous physical workout does the trick, and walking the dog or even shamelessly binge-watching an admittedly silly television series can calm the nerves an ..read more

A global search has brought in Australia’s Olivia Ansell as the new artistic director of Luminato Festival Toronto. For almost 20 years Luminato Festival Toronto has been a “one degree of separation” for the city, bringing a diverse collection of artists together in a spirit of connectivity. Unrivalled as one of the world’s most renowned arts festivals, it is now poised to reach new heights of imagination and creative inspiration. Leading that ascension will be Olivia Ansell, recently named as Luminato’s new artistic director after an extensive global search. Ansell, the current festival direc ..read more

CIBC Wood Gundy Senior Wealth Advisor Sugi Kumaresan and his team make high-net-worth money management stress-free. A comfortable future begins with financial security. Sugi Kumaresan and his team at CIBC Wood Gundy possess several decades of financial experience and are changing the narrative of how to effectively grow your wealth. Sugi and his team use a comprehensive approach to help manage, build, and protect their clients’ wealth. Along with Sugi, Associate Wealth Advisor Michelle Rowe, Wealth Advisor Paul Mannu, and Client Associate Angela Diamanti pride themselves on their affluent clie ..read more

From plastic dolls to a roaring engine, Barbie is a force of nature. Leading global toy company Mattel introduced a plastic fashion doll named “Barbie” in 1959. Who would have known that 65 years after its launch, Barbie would become a force of nature? From a simple doll, it soon became a cultural and social phenomenon to the point that today Barbie is one of the most celebrated and beloved brands. The Barbie craze is at fever pitch throughout the world. Here’s some exciting news for all ardent fans of Barbie in Canada. Mattel is bringing Barbie’s ’57 Chevy Corvette for the first time to the C ..read more