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Exploring our wonderful, giant, ethnic supermarkets is fun and free, but it’s dangerous because of the temptations,  especially in Adonis. This “multicultural” supermarket has

Ruth writes: Can outsiders help end civil wars? The launch of a new book on Norway’s controversial role in the Sri Lankan civil war

Folk music from Lebanon and Iran, stories from the Holy Land, poetry, and letter writing to political prisoners are among the topics this month

The Japan Foundation, Toronto and the Consulate-General of Japan in Toronto sent us this notice. Bloor Hot Docs Cinema, 506 Bloor St. W. “All

Discovering different cultural traditions is always exciting. Such was the case when I heard about Kwanzaa and the Harriet Tubman Community Organization last year.

Many of our cultural groups are bringing in the new year with very expensive gala parties. Among the cheaper or free celebrations are: December

Ruth writes: Sign up now for February 6 because I expect this event will be sold out soon. We went for a similar tea

Ruth writes: Just two more days to see this charming collection of creches from around the world and be reminded of what Christmas is

Ruth writes: I’ve never been to this event but it looks so interesting and fun. Take a dessert. Please send me a report if

With hundreds of Syrian refugees arriving daily in Toronto these days, the eyes of many local residents could be  opened to previously unknown stores