Year: 2014

We regret that from August 8, 2014 for about two weeks, this website will be undergoing renovations. We will not be posting any more

503. Tai Chi and Chinese Dragons in Toronto with Video – 2014

Ruth writes: I made a quick dash downtown today at noon and was rewarded by two beautiful Chinese dragons dancing in the streets around

502. Pictures of Laotian Summer Festival 2014

Ruth writes: I must admit I went largely because I was curious. Why would a Laotian temple — which has large grounds of its

Ruth writes: Which of our major mayoral candidates is most sensitive to the needs of our diverse cultures? Let us know what you think

500. Second Underground Freedom Train July 31, 2014

Ruth writes: Thanks to A Different Booklist, I learned today about Toronto’s Freedom Train. What a wonderful idea to commemorate not just Harriet Tubman,

499. Palestine-Israel Rally 2014

Ruth writes: The rally at Queen’s Park yesterday made me very sad – that people think they can solve conflicts by shouting at each

Art, entertainment and games. This is another chance to be immersed in the Muslim culture of Toronto. You can talk with women wearing full

Ruth writes: It took four Tibetan monks eight days to make a Chenrezig Sand Mandala for the birthday of the Dalai Lama last week

Ruth writes: If you haven’t noticed already, exotic flavours of ice cream have come to Toronto. One place to look for the likes of

Ruth writes: On July 6, 1935, the Dalai Lama, the religious head of Tibetan Buddhism, was born. His birthday is celebrated throughout the Tibetan