Village Post March 2026

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Spring is almost here, everything will change CITY

RON JOHNSON is the editorial director of Post City Magazines.

Although it might not look like it right now, spring is almost here, and this city is about to explode in the very best way.

There is a lot of anxiety right now. People are worried about their jobs, their finances, their retirement plans and even more existential dread regarding our neighbours to the south. Combine that with a challenging winter and we’ve all had just about enough. Thankfully, the end is near. And springtime is when Toronto is at its best. There are so many things to do. Festivals get underway, green spaces pop with colour, we start our cherry blossom watch and everyone sheds the layers and gets outside.

It’s remarkable how quickly we embrace it. If I were a betting person, I would say that as soon as temperatures hit double digits, patios will overflow. In embracing springtime, some of those problems might not seem as daunting. We can breathe again. Get some perspective.

Not sure what to do and how to embrace it all? We want to help. Think of us as the ultimate city guide constantly updating you on everything you need to make the most of living in Canada’s best city. Want to know where to unleash your inner Zen for free? It’s here. Want to know about all the great new restaurants opening in town? Covered. Best shows? Oh ya, and March has some great ones. If you can’t find it here, you can find it on our website StreetsofToronto.com or our Streets of Toronto social media channels. If there’s something on your mind in the neighbourhood, something you think we should look into and you’d love to read about please don’t hesitate drop me a line at editorial@postcity.com. We would love to hear from you.

Or we will just see you on the patio!

T.O.’S ULTIMATE CITY GUIDES

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FAST FACTS

NAME: Stephen Amell

BORN: May 8, 1981 in Toronto

HIGH SCHOOL: St. Andrew’s College

FAMILY TIES: Cousin to actor Robbie Amell

A STAR IS BORN: Plays Green Arrow in ‘Arrow’ from 2012 to 2020

POST INTERVIEW CITY HACKS

From Muskoka Lakes to Hollywood Boulevard

Stephen

For viewers coming to The Borderline for the first time, how would you describe the series and its overall tone?

We got a great sound bite from our friends at The Social today, where they called it a morally messy show. It’s a show where you might assume the cops are the good guys and the criminals are the bad guys — but maybe that’s not the case.

What initially drew you to the role of Henry Rowland? It was offered to me, and that in and of itself was intriguing. And I was drawn to working with Christina Jennings and the folks at Shaftesbury Films. I had worked with them before relocating full time to L.A. I was on [TV series] ReGenesis way back when, and we’ve always stayed in touch.

So it’s a bit of a homecoming?

It felt like an interesting and opportune time for me in my career to also do a Canadian project, and it was exciting to step on as an executive producer.

What’s it been like to be working up here?

same people. She was great. I like the dynamic between her character, Erica, and Henry. It’s funny because I’m looking at her like, “You’re wrong,” and everything she’s saying is correct.

What separates The Borderline from other crime dramas audiences might be watching right now? You come for the violence and stay for the comedy. As the season continues, it gets darker and more out of control. The humour ramps up. That’s not something I’ve been known for with the characters I’ve played over the past 15 years or so. Approaching things with a lighter touch was a lot of fun.

“MOSES ZNAIMER TOLD ME TO FOCUS ON MY CAREER AND THAT I’M NOT GOING TO MAKE IT.”

I loved being up here. We shot this in the fall of 2024. I stayed in downtown Toronto, and then we went all over — Gananoque, Cobourg, Bradford. I stayed out in Paris for a little bit. And I went to a bunch of Maple Leafs games. It was really nice to be back.

It’s also cool to showcase the Thousand Islands region, which isn’t often seen onscreen. Yeah, it’s beautiful out there. I had never been, and I would highly recommend it.

And you’re working alongside a great Toronto actor in Tamara Podemski. We have mutual friends and realized we know some of the

Do you remember the moment you first thought acting might be something you could pursue as a career?

I break my career into two parts: 2004 through 2009, when I was primarily here, and 2010 until now. I had some success in those first five years, mostly in Toronto, but I wasn’t seeing a pattern. I’d get some big jobs and lose out on small ones. Then I had a moment where I realized I just really like acting, so let’s stop worrying about the type of project or whether it’ll put you in the spotlight — just do it because you love it. When I did that, success came quickly behind.

What was your first job ever?

Working at Muskoka Lakes Golf and Country Club when I was in second grade.

And what about the worst piece of career advice you’ve received?

Moses Znaimer told me to focus on a career and that I’m not going to make it.

How to unwind and find your Zen for free in T.O.

Bamboo garden at U of T

Hidden indoor bamboo grove offering a quiet, reflective downtown escape.

Japanese Canadian Cultural Centre

Free-access cultural space featuring art, exhibitions and a calm, contemplative atmosphere.

Toronto Music Garden

Serene waterfront park designed for peaceful walks, relaxation and scenic city views

Wutai Shan Buddhist Garden

Expansive Tang-style Buddhist garden near Toronto opening in mid-April.

Fu Sien Tong

Buddhist Temple

Peaceful Niagara Street temple open to the public for quiet visits.

ROBOT HEADS

The Jays have found their Jesus. New outfielder Jesús Sánchez hits the ball so hard it might violate league bylaws — and bowling alley etiquette. The only question: does Toronto believe in Jesús… or The Jesus from ‘The Big Lebowski’.

Jesús Sánchez

Dominican Republic

Baseball player

Signed with the Tampa Bay Rays in 2014

Toronto Blue Jays traded for outfielder Jesús Sánchez, sending Joey Loperfido to the Houston Astros

Hit the third-longest home run in MLB in 2022, at 496 feet, and has the same bat speed as Addison Barger

Winter blues got you down? Here is where to smash your frown upside down.

Chaos Studios

Swing bats and hammers to destroy everything in sight, with music cranked to 11 at this College Street hot spot.

Archers Arena

Want to get it all out? Spend a day of combat archery, nerf wars and bubble soccer.

A checkered past, The Jesus spent six months in Chino

A screening of The Big Lebowski is scheduled for April 20 at the Revue Cinema

When he was quoted as saying, “Nobody f**ks with The Jesus,” the world listened.

Although

Hammer Rage Room

Take your rage on the road to nearby Hamilton and get all kinds of aggression out in gritty Steeltown.

Batl Axe Throwing

Nothing says calm like heading to the Port Lands and channelling your inner lumberjack and hurling axes at stuff.

Nerf Battle Arena

It’s a full-scale foam war in North York with indoor arenas, obstacles and mayhem.

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Move over NBA — the world’s most electrifying dunker is from T.O.

The recent NBA All-Star slam dunk contest was the worst in recent memory — the most exciting dunker for Toronto hoops fans wasn’t even there. But this month could be her time to shine. Tobey Fournier, who attended Crestwood Prep, has been turning heads south of the border with Duke University as she prepares to lead her team into the NCAA March Madness tournament this month. Duke is the hottest team in Division 1 basketball and has cracked the top 10 in the rankings thanks to a remarkable 16-game winning streak and counting. The best part? Fournier dunks. She has yet to dunk in a game, but we think March is her time, and it would be madness. Follow her and other incredible Toronto talents, such as Cassandre Prosper at Notre Dame, T’yana Todd at Ohio State, Latasha Lattimore at Ole Miss and many more.

It’s

not obvious, but Toronto needs to do more to protect Lake Ontario

T.O. water worries only going to get worse

Many places have been facing water problems for years, through scarcity, lack of safe drinking water and poor infrastructure — worsening as the planet heats.

In Toronto and the relatively wealthy western world, we often take clean water for granted. We just turn on a tap and out it comes, hot or cold and usually drinkable. But many people throughout the world suffer from water scarcity, contamination and poor or non-existent infrastructure.

As we continue to heat the planet by burning coal, oil and gas and pumping ever

more greenhouse gases into the atmosphere, we face snowballing threats around water quality and quantity. The increasing floods, droughts, fires, sea level rise, glacier melts and extreme heat that result from human-caused global heating all affect water availability and purity.

Much of our water is captured and filtered by forested lands. Destruction of those forests through logging or wildfires releases more climate-altering carbon into the atmosphere, as trees and root systems sequester carbon. But it also reduces water availability, and fires pollute water, especially when they reach houses and towns, burning plastics and other toxic materials.

Flooding brings more water, but it can

also contaminate it and wreak havoc on supplies and sewage systems.

Solutions to our growing water woes aren’t much different than the remedies for many other pollution- and climate-related problems. We need to pull together, implement legal reforms around water and climate, devise economic and political systems that don’t rely on destruction and put our efforts into protecting water sources and building infrastructure to ensure everyone has access to clean water.

Unfortunately, this would take longerterm vision, along with a sense of caring — something that appears to be lacking among many of our politicians and those who profit from exploitation.

Is there a Loblaws Park in Toronto’s future?

The City of Toronto is reportedly in discussions that could open the door to selling corporate naming rights for public parks. Lobbyists from CivicBridge, a consulting firm that helps municipalities secure naming rights deals for civic assets, have contacted the Toronto Parks and Recreation Division about the possibility. An email from CivicBridge president George Fermanis to parks general manager Terry Ricketts, first highlighted by Matt Elliott in his City Hall Watcher newsletter, suggests the idea is at an exploratory stage.

It’s a discussion happening in cities across Canada as municipal governments try to balance ongoing budget issues with the need to create and maintain public spaces. If adopted, the move would mirror similar arrangements already seen in sports stadiums and other public infrastructure.

Supporters might argue that such partnerships can generate revenue to support public services without raising taxes. CivicBridge cites Environics data indicating that 74 per cent of residents in Canadian cities support naming rights when funds are used transparently for community benefit.

Soon, Honest Ed’s Park will open near Bloor Street and Bathurst Street, which is similar, but, of course, Honest Ed’s is long gone. The Weston family is offering to donate $50 million for a new Queens Park North, and though a name change hasn’t been discussed, one might see how it could come into play with such sizable funds.

Still, many residents strongly oppose extending corporate branding to cherished public green space.

Running for mayor of a major city such as Toronto is an expensive proposition, especially for those not aligned with political parties or lobby groups with deep pockets. Those with ideas and vision but sitting outside the mainstream are sidelined.

We need to level the playing field. We need new funding rules and to crack down on the shenanigans of political parties influencing elections by, in theory, facilitating provincial staff and other supporters to “volunteer” on campaigns and help propel politically aligned candidates ahead of others.

We should also make sure city councillors who dare to run for mayor must resign their council seats. Permanently.

Running for mayor as a city councillor should not be a dipped-toe proposition. Otherwise, it muddies the electoral waters for voters. For instance, one city councillor, Brad Bradford, has already said he is running for mayor.

How does it aid in a democracy if a city councillor can put their job on hold to run for another job?

To do so a year ahead of the actual election means focus is not on the work, but on political ambitions.

Want to declare you are running? Resign and jump in with both feet.

—Ron Johnson

Posh Granite Club plans second campus

According to a communication circulated amongst membership, the Granite Club, a fitness and social club on Bayview Avenue, has purchased a fouracre property at 25 Dyas Rd. for $24.3 million. The acquisition reportedly closed in December as the club concluded its Granite 150th anniversary year.

from the main club to a different campus to play pickleball,” the member said. “The expenditure feels somewhat disproportionate to the amount of people who play pickleball as the $25 million is just for land, and it could cost as much as $35 or $45 million to build it out.”

Located a short drive from the main Bayview Avenue facility off of Don Mills Road, the site includes an existing 75,000square-foot building that will be the foundation of the new Granite campus.

Club leadership said the decision to expand follows ongoing member feedback, detailed program usage data and gap analysis, as well as a review of how leading private clubs across North America are responding to long-term demand, including rapid growth in pickleball and padel.

According to a joint announcement from the chair of the board Nelson Kuo-Lee and CEO John Gravett, the new campus will be dedicated to racquet and golf activities. Once planning and construction are complete, it will include dedicated pickleball, padel and indoor golf facilities, along with supporting amenities.

The club, in the communication, cited several constraints at its current location, including zoning limits on building size, structural restrictions that prevent rooftop courts and environmental regulations protecting valley and common spaces.

Relocating pickleball and golf programming to the new site and making such a large purchase without consulting the membership at large has rubbed some members the wrong way. One member, who chose to remain anonymous, said they felt the purchase should have been put to the entire membership.

“Members will have to go

The project will reportedly be financed through borrowing, consistent with the club’s longterm capital strategy, and will not require a special assessment for members. Construction and build-out costs will be shared once design work is complete and competitive procurement processes conclude.

—Ron Johnson

Summerhill sees influx of new luxury condos and restaurants

The stretch of Yonge Street weaving through the Rosedale and Summerhill neighbourhoods is transforming. Over the next few years, hundreds of new residents are expected to move in, long stretches of construction will reshape the familiar streetscape, and a slew of new restaurants and retail options are already redefining the area.

For decades, this portion of Yonge Street has balanced heritage buildings, low-rise homes and boutique retail. Now, a wave of developments is introducing a new scale of urban intensity.

The southern realm of Yonge intensification is unfolding at 1 Roxborough St., located at the southwest corner of Yonge and Roxborough Street, where a 12storey boutique condominium project is underway.

One Roxborough West will deliver 28 residential units above ground-floor commercial space. It also incorporates a retained heritage facade from a Davenport Road property and is expected to be completed in 2028.

The building, formerly home to the busiest midtown Starbucks ever, also has a ton of bicycle parking spots and is close to two subway stations for optimal carfree living.

Just two blocks north, at 1134–1140 Yonge St., a mid-rise con-

dominium incorporates an historic 1930s structure that has housed a Pierce-Arrow dealership, CBC studios and, most recently, a Staples.

Rising 10 storeys with 66 residential units, this project was a controversial one, thanks to the calls for heritage preservation, but an agreement was reached that includes a generous setback from the historic facade, and the contributions from park levies are funding an expansion of Ramsden Park.

“A wave of developments is introducing a new scale of urban density.”

Meanwhile, one of the projects that will come to define the area in the future is The James at Scrivener Square.

This one is well into construction near the historic Summerhill LCBO and clock tower.

Rising 23 storeys, the tower’s lower podium features hand-laid brick wrapping two to four storeys in stepped sections, complementing the white precast framing and curtain wall glazing above. When complete, The James will deliver 127 luxury

rental units, blending modern highrise living with the area’s established brick vernacular and vibrant retail at the base, alongside the legendary “five thieves” shops along Yonge Street.

Further north, on the west side of Yonge, one block has two proposed mid-rise projects.

At 1198–1210 Yonge St. and 2–8 Birch Ave., there is an application for a 14-storey mixed-use building with 67 residential units and retail.

Just next door, 1212–1220 Yonge St. has been revised from an initial 22-storey proposal to a 35-storey tower. The mixed-use building will include retail at street level, residential units above, modern amenities, such as a ground-floor pet-relief spa, and additional bicycle parking.

Together, these projects and others potentially on the way mark a dramatic shift for the neighbourhood.

Although the skyline and streetscape are changing and fast, it does seem as though care is being taken to integrate construction with heritage and neighbourhood character. Brick facades, heritage preservation, generous setbacks and park expansions are all part of a strategy to manage the transition, even as the scale of change grows.

—Ron Johnson

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Avenue station and its 150-stair entrance

After 15 years of construction, delays and anticipation, the Eglinton Crosstown Light Rail Transit line — now designated Line 5 Eglinton — officially opened to passengers on Feb. 8.

Among the line’s 25 stations, Avenue station quickly drew attention — in part because it is the deepest underground station relative to street level in Toronto’s transit network, which comes with its challenges.

Where Eglinton Avenue cuts through a high ridge in midtown, the station plunges dozens of metres below the surface, requiring Crosstown LRT riders to navigate multiple escalators, stairs or elevators to reach the platform.

What's worse, upon opening, the elevator wasn’t even working It has since been repaired, but not before social media had its way with Metrolinx for letting it happen at all.

Construction at Avenue station involved intricate mining. This complex construction technique was necessary because of the station’s depth and length — it sits approximately 32 metres below street level, the deepest point on the Eglinton Crosstown LRT.

The depth of the station also reflects the need for the Crosstown alignment to pass under

existing utilities, subway lines and challenging ground conditions — a task that helped contribute to this project’s long timeline and complexity.

“It's five escalators deep, just the escalators, and then the other entrance (the secondary entrance 80 metres from the main entrance on the north side of Eglinton Avenue) is 150 stairs, nine floors, right?” said Maureen Sirois of the Eglinton Way BIA. “So there is an elevator, but that elevator better work.”

Although it’s only been a few days, local businesses are surely optimistic about something positive after years of construction and a terribly snowy winter.

Sirois also rode the new line a number of times when it opened and praised the speed of the new line, in addition to noting the impact above-ground, as many of the buses that clogged Eglinton are being removed.

“A few customers came into our shop that were using the LRT and were coming to Eglinton Way for the first time,” said Sirois. “So we'll see. We have to give it more than a week to figure out if it's impactful. I'm sure it will be. But, you know, it's finally opened.”

—Ron Johnson

Hanging on to the Hangar District: Update on massive development

An Ontario city is soon to be built atop the former Downsview airport — a move that is already producing benefits and will transform this part of the city for generations to come. But what is happening right now?

Northcrest Developments

just released its first progress report on YZD, the 370-acre redevelopment of the former Downsview Airport lands. It’s being billed as North America’s largest urban development project for a reason: the redevelopment will include a new set of neighbourhoods in the GTA, designed to add housing, jobs, parks and transit connections on a scale Toronto rarely gets to plan from scratch.

The proposed mix includes more than 30,000 housing units, space for about 66,000 residents, 23,000 permanent jobs at completion, roughly 70 acres of parks and three subway stations.

Although construction hasn’t officially started, development has already begun through public programming, hiring initiatives, community funding and early operational changes, as outlined in the Responsible Development in Action 2020–2025 report.

“This inaugural Progress Re-

port shows why our work matters. It reflects the hundreds of conversations we’ve had with local communities, businesses, artists, civic leaders, our First Nation partners, and experts from Toronto and around the world. Their voices are shaping this work and guiding every step we take,” Derek Goring, CEO, Northcrest Developments, said in a statement.

“The findings reinforce a simple truth: cities grow stronger when

“Cities grow stronger when people help shape them.”

people help shape them. With that belief at the centre of everything we do, YZD is working to set a new standard for how Toronto grows — and how community can be built with intention, care, and ambition over time.”

According to the report, since 2020, YZD has welcomed nearly one million visitors (through festivals, exhibits, major events, etc.), hosted more than 120 engagement events, supported the hiring of more than 1,200 people through the

Rogers Stadium job fair and reinvested $500,000 into community partnerships and scholarships.

Environmental responsibility is also a major part of the redevelopment.

Northcrest says it has achieved a 40 per cent reduction in electricity use from baseline levels and that it’s salvaged and repurposed more than 21.5 tonnes of material into new public spaces and installations across the site.

Future highlights have been built into the planning policy, including the preservation of more than 150,000 square metres of existing buildings, as well as open space to support biodiversity and community wellbeing.

Perhaps the biggest takeaway from the report is that the next visible shift in the development is expected to begin this year.

Torontonians can expect early infrastructure and servicing work in the Hangar District. From there, the timeline points to reactivation of the existing hangar buildings (2029), then a phase one opening in 2031 (with parks, a bridge and adaptive reuse) and eventually a “city within a city” build-out over the coming decades.

—Nisean Lorde

A European flower bar, luxe design show & more

nated to Toronto shelters. The team is seeking more donors for 2026 to expand their reach Visit @sharingexcesstoronto on Instagram for more info!

Café Rosarium, a European-inspired flower and coffee bar, just opened in Yorkville. With fresh flowers on every table, petals decorating every drink and even a London-style phone booth covered in blooms, this is the place to be if you need a little spring in your life during these dreary winter months. Visit the new concept at 878 Yonge St.

Bang & Olufsen, the luxury Danish audio and visual brand, is opening a new location in Yorkville after several years away from the city. Offering premium loudspeakers, headphones, televisions, home entertainment systems and more, the brand will now be occupying a spacious unit at 135 Yorkville Ave.

Black Wolf Coffee is new to midtown, and the local Korean café will be serving up specialty drinks with fun flavours and themes. The new location at 130 Eglinton Ave. E. offers pastries alongside matcha, espresso, pumpkin spice lattes and more.

Sharing Excess Toronto, a Forest Hill-based youth-led organization, is working to reduce food waste. They’ve partnered with donors like North of Brooklyn Pizzeria to coordinate food rescues that are then do-

The Flower Nook, a Bayview neighbourhood favourite, has made a move after five years. The flower shop has left its former space at 1729 Bayview Ave. for an upstairs unit right next door, at 1731 Bayview Ave. The team behind the shop says the move will allow them to focus more on pre-orders going forward.

Mathnasium is launching this month in Rosedale. This mathonly learning centre provides learning support for students of all skill levels and ages. Parents nearby 1225 Yonge St. can call or email to book a free assessment for their child.

Living Luxe Design Show is coming to Toronto next month! Post City is proud to be a sponsor of this premier luxury design experience, created by Living Luxe Magazine publisher and local resident Jennifer Lipkowitz. Featuring an opening night party, awards show and a fashion show, the event is not to be missed! It runs from April 17–19 with tickets starting at $16, available at livingluxedesignshow.ca.

BREAK-INS BY NEIGHBOURHOOD

Last month the highest percentage of break-ins were from 12 a.m. to 6 a.m. (49%); the day of the week with the most break-ins was Tuesday (30%); and the majority of incidents occurred on weekdays (79%). NORTH YORK & BAYVIEW

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TV star Sebastian Clovis: Is house flipping still a thing?

Toronto has been seeing shifting market conditions — and the renovation industry is no exception. We asked TV personality and home builder Sebastian Clovis for his new reno rules for the year ahead.

Has this year been a buying opportunity for anyone?

More available listings, less frenzied bidding and fewer emotional price premiums mean people can take their time, do proper inspections and negotiate with confidence. This is something we haven't seen in the GTA for a long time. Maybe there are fewer opportunities for the “buy fast, sell fast” crowd, but because the renovation market is slowing, homeowners will benefit from contractor availability and can afford to be shrewd in their selection.

Is house flipping still a thing in Toronto?

No, and the shift is even more pronounced now. The era of rapidly rising home prices, cheap leveraged money and quick turnover have largely evaporated,

meaning the conditions that once made flipping feel easy are gone. What we’re seeing instead are people who are buying to live and renovating for their personal life. The market is shifting back toward real homes for real families.

Is it still difficult to find tradespeople in Toronto?

First, we are in the midst of a skilled trades drop off. We’re not talking about general labour,

we’re talking about the erosion of certified, experienced, highjudgement craftsmanship that takes years to develop and cannot be replaced quickly. As our golden class of builders retires, I’ve heard it said many times how difficult it's been to find young workers willing to commit to the discipline and time required to learn the craft and carry it forward.

On top of that, volatile mate-

Less than a mil, more than a thrill

rial pricing and ongoing tariff uncertainty combine to create hesitation in homeowners who are worried about costs shifting mid project. At the same time, many homeowners who previously funded renovations by borrowing against rising home values no longer have that option, which naturally scales projects down or delays them altogether. At best, this just adds up to a temporary slowing in the overall

renovation industry — and at worst, we risk losing real manufacturing capacity and craftsmanship usually passed on through trade succession.

Has the condo crash taught us anything?

When investors drive what gets built, you often end up with units that work on a spreadsheet but not in real life. The way forward should be about refocusing on who actually lives in these homes: first-time buyers, families and downsizers. That will push us toward better design and variety.

Will home ownership be more or less attainable for gen Z?

Incomes haven’t kept pace with prices, borrowing costs are still historically high compared to a decade ago, and entry-level inventory remains tight in areas where younger buyers want to live. But there are encouraging signs too: less frenzied bidding means more realistic pricing and more breathing room to do things like conditional offers and proper due diligence.

—Julia Mastroianni

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Twist and shout into spring: Beatlemania takes over T.O.

March has always been a busy month for the Beatles: it’s when the band released their debut album in 1963, Please Please Me; it’s also when Paul McCartney married his first love, Linda, back in 1969. And it’s when John Lennon’s controversial quote saying the band was “more popular than Jesus” was first published. So Toronto is going all-in on Beatlemania this month, beginning with the launch of a new AGO exhibit, Paul McCartney Photographs 1963–64: Eyes of the Storm. See the first years of the Beatles through his eyes! Then, join the TSO for REVOLUTION: The Music of The Beatles - A Symphonic Experience, from March 4 to 5, accompanied by rare and unseen photos. You can also catch The Beatles Story, a live concert retelling of the Fab Four, on March 22 at Timothy’s Pub. And in the summer, don’t miss Mirvish’s ONES — The Beatles #1 Hits!

Come on down to ‘The Price Is Right’ with Howie Mandel ARTS Q&A

This month, Toronto comedy icon Howie Mandel is returning to his roots: the game show. The former Deal or No Deal host is taking on a brand new gig, an all-Canadian The Price Is Right spinoff, The Price Is Right Tonight, premiering on March 10.

How does it feel to be hosting such an iconic show and back home in Canada?

A win-win. You know, I love the game as a fan. I love the opportunity to be the host. I’d love to do it anywhere, but getting to come home makes it even more special. It’s my home, and it’s especially enjoyable to get to bring that energy back to Canada.

What “fresh, high-energy twist” can Canadian audiences expect?

I can answer that in one word: me. I just bring myself. Back when I got asked to do Deal or No Deal, I was really afraid because I thought I had to come on as a comedian or play a character. And then when I realized these are real people with real hopes and dreams and their lives could change forever based on what happens in a game,

I dropped everything and just showed up as myself: rooting for the people, setting the stakes, feeling as tense as they do about getting something right and not let them fear of making a mistake. When the show finished taping, I was so embarrassed. It was the first time I’d ever been on TV not playing a character or doing comedy. But that’s what worked. So that’s

Ontario’s liquid gold rush

Forget scotch and fine wine — become a maple connoisseur by tapping into the province’s top syrup experiences

Tap into Maple in Simcoe County

Beginning March 5, family-run sugar shacks throw open their doors for tours, wagon rides, wood-fired evaporator demos and stacks of pancakes served straight from the griddle. Walk the forest trails where sap is collected and taste syrup at its freshest. It all leads up to Maple Weekend, April 4–5, a regionwide celebration of syrup season.

FAST FACTS

NAME: Howie Mandel

EARLY COMEDY ROOTS:

Expelled from William Lyon Mackenzie Institute for a prank

BREAKOUT ROLE:

Created, produced and starred in the Emmynominated ‘Bobby’s World’

ON THE POD:

Hosts the podcast ‘Howie Mandel Does Stuff’ with his daughter Jackelyn Schultz

the big twist. I just bring myself.

Were there any challenges adapting this iconic U.S. format for Canada?

No, not really. I don’t think you adapt things for Canada. If anything, some of the biggest comedians, biggest shows, biggest talent come out of Canada anyway.

How has your approach to live television evolved over the years? I’m incredibly comfortable in really uncomfortable situations. After almost 50 years, you learn that you don’t know how someone will react, how a game will unfold or whether something will go wrong or amazingly right. My comfort is in discomfort. It’s a roller coaster. I love thrill rides. This show is the ultimate thrill ride.

What lessons from stand-up translate to hosting a live show?

Be prepared to be unprepared. This is humanity — people don’t know what game they’ll play or what choices they’ll make.

Growing up in Toronto, what were some of the experiences that inspired your love for comedy?

Everything I ever got expelled for or in trouble for seems to be what I get paid for today.

If you could invite one Canadian on the show, who would it be? Gretzky — just because he’s the Great One. —Ron Johnson

Maple Syrup Festival in Warkworth

The home of Ontario’s top lavender fest gets a super sweet twist on March 14–15. This annual event offers free shuttles to the sugar bush, where visitors can indulge in Maplelicious — featuring sap-making demonstrations, horse-drawn sleigh rides, log sawing contests, taffy on fresh snow and live entertainment. 500 Concession Rd. 3 W., Warkworth

Maple Leaf Place in Niagara

This immersive tasting destination brings the charm of the sugar shack indoors. Sample multiple grades of 100 per cent pure Ontario syrup with guided maple flights, taste maple ice taffy made fresh before your eyes and a step into a rustic cabin to learn about the production and history of everyone’s fave Canadian export. 4199 River Rd., Niagara Falls

A. LEATHER ANORAK, Smythe, $995, 1116 Yonge St. + Mother Mother, $29.99, store.mothermothersite.com “This Toronto brand is doing the coolest stuff; I love that big funnel collar.”

B PETER PAN JACKET, Ba&sh, SALE $489, 118 Yorkville Ave. + Peach Pit, $34.99, store.peachpitmusic.com “There's something feminine and unusual about this spring jacket.”

C. BOMBER JACKET, Rudsak, SALE $499.99, 1 Bass Pro Mills Dr. + The Beaches, $49.99, shop.thebeachesband.com “What a gorgeous chestnut colour! I love the stand-up collar, too.”

D. MEN’S GOATSKIN FUNNEL NECK, Massimo Dutti, $629, 3401 Dufferin St. + James Barker Band, $50, shop.jamesbarkerband.com “This is an interesting colour if you want a little relief from black leather. It's got great pockets and a cool almost shirt-like look to it.”

E. CORDUROY DETAIL COAT, Massimo Dutti, SALE $399, 3401 Dufferin St. + Pup, $49, store.puptheband.com “I love the corduroy collar, distressed look and those big patch pockets.”

10 OUTFITS GUARANTEED TO WIN THE JUNOS

The biggest night in music is here — the Juno Awards — and Jeanne Beker has paired leather jackets with T-shirts from top nominees. Everyone’s a rockstar with these backstage-ready looks!

F. MEN’S GRAINED ZIPPER JACKET, Simons, $950, 3401 Dufferin St. + The OBGMs, $35, collingwoodmerchco.com “This has got modern styling with a worn, almost vintage look to it.”

G MEN’S LEATHER MOTO, Rudsak, SALE $599.99, 1 Bass Pro Mills Dr. + Three Days Grace, $49, threedaysgrace.store “I love this; it’s modern & clean without too much detailing.”

H. MEN’S TAUPE BIKER, Mackage, $1,390, 220 Yonge St. + The Blue Stones, $49, thebluestonesmusic.com “This is a beautiful alternative to the black moto that most people have.”

I. GREEN FAUX LEATHER, Desigual, $209, desigual.com + The Damn Truth, $39, thedamntruth.bigcartel.com “I love the slight crop and sleeve details, plus it’s a great green colour.”

J. SHORT BIKER, Good Neighbour, SALE $394.50, 1212 Yonge St. + Arcade Fire, $62.99, shop.sonymusic.ca “The gold hardware makes this look luxe! Very rock and roll.”

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3 vintage shops stylists love to visit

While Toronto is overflowing with second-hand shops, there are a few that stand out above the rest — so much so that stylists and other fashionable folks in the city might try to gatekeep them for themselves. Check out the city’s hidden gems for top-notch and pretty affordable vintage.

Pic Vintage

With just a few racks (impeccably organized by item, style and even length), artfully arranged shelves decorated with often highend accessories for sale and two changerooms stationed by the cash (so you can inevitably ask the impossibly chic staff for their style advice), Pic Vintage is a lesson in curation. Items are sourced personally by owner Vaismam Oliviera from around the world or otherwise collected from those elusive estate sales, and you’re just as likely to spot a pair of Prada mules as you are a pristine trench for under $100. If your style leans a little preppy and you’re a lover of clean lines and the rare designer find, you’re in luck — Pic is made for you. 1338 Dundas St. W.

Nouveau Riche Vintage

STYLING

THE STARS

Margaret Atwood, Mae Martin and more have worn pieces from Nouveau

Although the hours at Nouveau Riche Vintage scream exclusive drop-in hours are sparsely announced online; otherwise, shoppers are asked to make an appointment — the vibe is more like your artsy, cool aunt’s apartment. The space is split between the showroom for shopping and a designated area for special vintage finds that owner Andréa Lalonde rents out to prop departments (or styles top Canadian talent in for red carpets). Source your funky, lived-in, one-of-a-kind pieces from practically any decade here. 15 Adrian Ave., Suite 102

96 Tears

If your ideal vintage shopping experience features a bunch of perfectly minimalist ’90s items, experimental art–turned-clothes from local designers and a wall of vintage magazines, look no further than 96 Tears. You’ll never have to dig through piles of stained and poorly fitted jeans at the thrift again once you discover this shop’s spectacular denim rack. We’re also big fans of the small but mighty shoe collection. 1319 Dundas St. W. Julia Mastroianni

Move over, Yorkville: Rosedale’s stealing all the new boutiques

A few months ago, a new yet familiar face joined the Summerhill/Rosedale retail landscape permanently: outerwear brand Luxton. The womenswear label caught the eye of savvy shoppers in 2021, when it popped up in the neighbourhood, filled with head-to-toe ski jumpsuits that were a fashion innovation at the time. But the pop-up came to an end, and founder Dinah Luxton says she’s been dreaming of a permanent shop in the same area since then she just never anticipated that it would come together in 24 hours.

“I had an agreement with an American retailer in Yorkville to do a pop-up there, and then three weeks before, they cancelled it,” she says. “We had already made all the product, and I was like, ‘I need to find a store tomorrow.’ ”

Luxton stumbled upon the space at 1160 Yonge St. in Summerhill, a second-floor store-

front that she says hadn’t been used in 25 years. “My biggest lesson from that is when a door closes, another door opens — as long as you can get over the first door closing quickly.”

Although the new store may have come about in less than ideal circumstances, Luxton says she couldn’t be happier with both the space and the location. “The neighbourhood feels lucky to me. I feel like the customers

here are willing to take a risk,” she says. “They’re global shoppers, and if you’re doing something a little bit edgy, you need an adventurous customer.”

That edginess began with Luxton’s signature cinchable, multi-pocket puffer jumpsuit and has continued into her first spring line in 2025, which features a raincoat design that was inspired by a gap in the designer’s own closet.

“I didn’t see a raincoat out there that answered all the pain points I had. Why do I have to be sweaty and clammy?”

Her answer was the cinch raincoat and the boomerang trench. Made of fabric sourced from a premium mill in South Korea that specializes in waterproofing, both designs are built to be breathable.

“We launched the collection in spring, and we held some private events and people freaked out over the raincoat,” Luxton says. “Everything sold out!”

The launch of the womenswear brand’s permanent home in Summerhill is just the latest store opening that indicates a shift happening in the city. The neighbourhood is fast becoming a competitor to Yorkville and Ossington, transforming from a quieter residential corner of Toronto to a trendy shopping and nightlife destination. Restaurants and bars have popped up all over the neighbourhood,

from cocktail lounge Le Tigre to Seahorse and, soon enough, the second location of Ossington’s popular Greek destination Mamakas.

For Luxton, the area was always going to be her dream destination. “One of my clients came in today with her three girls, and she moved to Peterborough a few years ago. She told me this is the neighbourhood she comes to visit,” Luxton says. “They’re strolling down the street and they’re going to do the whole afternoon here, and I love that. There’s just something for everyone here — all these special places for food and shopping.”

The new store is open seven days a week, but Luxton is quick to note that it isn’t perfect — and she likes it that way. “It’s really cool to see a place that just is what it is,” she says. “The garments are perfect; to me, that’s the important part.”

—Julia Mastroianni

Dear Sangita: My office crush asked me out CURRENTS ADVICE

Dear Sangita: My office crush asked me out, but I’ve been burned before. I’m scared to try it again. At my last job, my co-worker and I dated after months of flirting, and then things quickly fell apart and became very ugly for us and everyone else at work. I said never again — but then I met this guy and started what I thought was harmless flirting. I’m so tempted, but it ended so badly at my last one that I’m scared to ruin things here too. Should I say yes?

Crushed by the crush

Dear Crushed: I generally say that at school or at work it’s better to avoid that type of relationship. And it could happen; maybe you’ll find the love of your life! But because it's a new job, just take your time. You're going to see this guy every single day, so just let that be before it turns into anything else. I think it’s better to get to know each other as friends before you go into a romantic relationship anyway. There’s no need to rush into it. Go for lunch as a group, with other co-workers and get to know each other. Protect yourself; you’ve already had a negative workplace romance experience, and it sounds like it was so negative that it eventually affected your prospects at your old job. Relationships are great, but this is your life and your income. You want this new job to be a place where you feel confident, not insecure in any way. Enjoy the little bit of flirting but don’t make it the focus of your job. If it’s meant to be, things will happen for you. For now, I would steer the conversation with this guy away from one-on-one time and more toward group hangs.

Dear Sangita: I thought my sister's marriage was perfect. Then, I caught her husband by himself at my parents’

house, while he was visiting, crying. He eventually confided in me about how mean and critical my sister has been to him. She is blunt sometimes, and I’ve honestly felt that way about her before too. I guess I never realized that extended into her relationship. I don’t want my sister’s marriage to fall apart. What do I do? — Tears left to cry

Dear Tears: This is a tough one, but the fact that he felt comfortable doing that at your parents’ house and confiding in you says a lot. It’s clear he wants to work on this relationship and figure this out. It sounds to me like your sister is going through something, if this cruelty is something you’ve noticed and now her husband is experiencing too. This could be a time for family counselling. She’s clearly internalizing something that she hasn’t dealt with yet and taking it out on those around her instead. You could be the neutral ground for both your sister and her husband. Try asking her how she feels the relationship is going. She may open up about what’s been bothering her. This is ultimately between her and her husband, though, so don’t take on too much responsibility for their feelings.

Have a relationship or life question for Sangita? Send it to advice@postcity.com.

Netflix star trades small-town drama for big-time romance

Since cosy TV series Virgin River started streaming, it’s had viewers hooked: it recently became Netflix’s longest-running English scripted series. Part of the charm is Ontario’s Benjamin Hollingsworth, who plays bad boy with a heart of gold, Dan Brady (and racked up almost 400,000 Instagram followers in the process). We caught up with him ahead of the season seven premiere on March 12 to talk about his betterthan-the-movies romance with his wife, Nila Myers.

How they met

Nila and I met in West Hollywood. The nightclub was packed with people, but I saw her, and it was as if the whole room went black and white, except for Nila, who was wearing this red dress. I was uncharacteristically paralyzed and too intimidated by her beauty to approach her. That’s when a real-life Cupid stepped in. He said, “Do you see that woman in the red dress?” I immediately

apologized, assuming that she was his girlfriend and that I was creeping her out, but he asked if I wanted to take a seat with her.

The first date

Our first date was a few days later at a place called Hemingway’s. Fittingly, Hemingway is now the name of our first son. At the time, I was sleeping on an air mattress, so I was very much young, dumb and broke. My entire net worth

could have been folded up and tucked into a closet. Thankfully, Nila was able to see past the inflatable bed situation. True love is many things. In our case, it survived a built-in air pump.

The proposal I proposed to Nila on my birthday. She kept asking what I wanted, and I kept telling her, “Something money can’t buy.” When I got down on one knee in the middle

of this intimate cobblestone restaurant in Vancouver with chandeliers everywhere, I think it took her, and the whole restaurant, by surprise.

The wedding

We got married at Nila’s sister’s and brother-in-law’s house in Malibu, California, just two months after getting engaged. Her sister was incredible and essentially planned the entire wedding. That night, most of Malibu experienced a power outage. My brother-in-law had the foresight to rent a generator, so we were one of the only houses with power. It felt like the entire coastline went dark and our place stayed lit.

The kids

We have three kids. Juniper, 5, Gatsby, 7, and Hemingway, 9. We don’t have any pets because our three kids act like 20 monkeys.

The secret to success

Resilience. Life consistently

throws curveballs at all of us, and the best partners are the ones who stay by each other’s side through the tough stretches and challenging seasons.

Balancing careers and a relationship

When possible, we travel together for my location shoots, but as the kids get older, that becomes more complicated. This industry is unpredictable and nearly impossible to plan for, so we’ve learned to stay flexible and keep choosing each other through it all. We also try to carve out time to get away, even if it’s just for a night each month.

The future together

I see a life filled with travel, shared adventures, continued personal growth, giving back and time with family. I picture rolling green hills, a big, welcoming home, and a place where our kids, and someday grandkids, will know they can come back to. Oh, and maybe an Oscar or two above the fireplace.

Food

The rise of Toronto’s trust fund diners

Toronto’s diners are going full glam, swapping bottomless mugs and cracked vinyl booths for thoughtful interiors and dishes with personality. You can trace the shift back to White Lily Diner, which proved you could cook with organic ingredients from your own farm without losing the soul of a neighbourhood spot. Since then, a new wave of “new school” diners has popped up, each putting its own personality on the classic format. In the Annex, Daisy May’s has slid into the old Grapefruit Moon space and somehow feels like it’s been there forever. The vibe is grandma’s basement meets chic eatery, with church pew seating, vintage tiles and a deceptively simple challah French toast. Over in Little Italy, Susie’s Rise and Dine embraces nostalgia — with a Cantonese twist. Classic diner staples get a remix here, including The Big Trouble, a sando on a scallion milk bun stacked with char siu–glazed sausage. For something moodier, Lonely Diner at College and Bathurst dims the lights and turns up the drama, trading morning brightness for ’70s wood panelling and cocktail lounge energy.

Chef Anthony Rose runs Fat Pasha; Darrien Thomas is Canada’s No. 1 competitive eater, ranked 12th globally.

HOME RUN ON A BUN

Baseball season is back — and so is Toronto’s great hot dog debate. Ahead of the Toronto Blue Jays home opener on March 27, chef Anthony Rose teamed up with Darrien Thomas — a hot dog eating champ — to taste their way through the city’s best franks. If you can’t make it to the game, these are the ones worth ordering in.

ANTHONY’S WINNER BEEF CLUB

Tino’s, 2984 Dundas St. W., Umami, $13 This beef dog complete with secret Asian sauce was a hit. “All of that is quite delicious,” said Anthony, while Darrien liked “the slight sweetness but a little bit of spiciness at the end.”

BACON ME CRAZY

Fancy Franks, 1507 Avenue Rd., North York, Fancy Lala, $11.99 Bacon, cheese and jalapeño crisps made this a messy, indulgent bite. “It tastes kind of like garbage and I like that,” said Anthony. Darrien loved the crunchy spice and smokiness of the bacon.

DARRIEN’S WINNER RING LEADER

The Burger’s Priest, 1120 Queen St. W., Stern Dog, $8.39

This dog brought onions, cheese and a secret sauce and it impressed.

“Bun’s great, it makes a big difference,” said Anthony. Darrien liked that the roll gave it a soft, slightly sweet base.

BERRY GOOD

Grandma Loves You, 40 St. Clair Ave. W., French Dog, $9.49

Anthony liked the blueberry and brie combo and Darrien agreed, but both found the bun a bit stale. While the savoury and sweet combo was inventive, both felt it didn’t work on a hot dog.

SPICY PUP

Completo, 5 Coady Ave., Completo Hot Dog, $12.50 Completo went all in with salsa, guacamole and mayo.

Anthony found the toppings a bit overwhelming. Darrien agreed:

“It’s actually not bad… just not really a hot dog.”

HOT DIGGITY DOG

Wrvst, 609 King St. W., Danger Dog, $9.50

Piled high with jalapeños, sweet peppers, onions and bacon, this dog delivered a fiery punch.

“Bun’s got a nice chew,” Anthony noted. Darrien appreciated the combination of toppings.

A Toronto culinary legend resurfaces — with a County address

Grant van Gameren, the Toronto chef behind Bar Isabel, Bar Raval and Michelin-starred Quetzal, is taking his culinary expertise to Prince Edward County with his new restaurant, Rosetta. Opening this month on Picton’s main street, the spot reflects van Gameren’s love of the County and his hands-on approach to food. We caught up with him to talk life, farming and running a restaurant in a small town.

What drew you to Prince Edward County in the first place?

I’ve never lived in the country before, and I love the land and the peace and quietness of it all. It’s a really nice place, a really nice community of people that we fell in love with.

How has moving out of the city changed your perspective as a chef and business owner?

I feel like chefs are the type of people who love to conquer things and learn more about their trade. I’d never grown vege-

tables or even had the space to do so in Toronto, and doing it myself gives a whole new appreciation for the work farmers do.

What can we expect from Rosetta? Italian-inspired classics, a bit of a steak

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FAST FACTS

NAME: Grant van Gameren

BIG BREAK:

Made a splash with nose-to-tail Black Hoof in 2008

FARM LIFE: Runs Van Stone Farms with wife Sunny Stone

SLICE OF COUNTY LIVING: Rents out his six-acre PEC estate, complete with vineyard and vegetable gardens

house vibe and a big seafood and raw bar program — seafood towers, pastas, oysters and grilled meats. I like a cocktail like I like my desserts — simple, delicious, well-balanced but not too much fluff.

How does running a restaurant in Picton compare to Toronto?

I think the main battle in Picton is that it's seasonal tourism, so there's not a ton of people in the winter, and then there's just over capacity in the summer. That's the one thing about Toronto — it's 365 days a year. You're busy, busy, busy.

You’re running multiple restaurants across Toronto and the County. How do you balance it all?

Luckily, I have a really amazing, talented, hardworking team of partners and managers. We just collectively do it together. So I don’t have 100 per cent of the problems and they don’t have 100 per cent of the problems.

Could Rosetta be your last restaurant?

We’ll see. Ask me again in a year and maybe it has changed.

—Megan Gallant

Some of the city’s top chefs are teaming up with big brands. Collabs or cash grabs? You decide.

David Schwartz x Shake Shack

Last year, Shake Shack teamed up with Mimi Chinese, where chef David Schwartz dropped a málà chicken sandwich made with lip-numbing Sichuan peppercorns — no toning it down. The Verdict: Not a sellout. Fans showed up, spice lovers cheered, and the collab proved a big chain can handle big flavour when the right chef is in charge.

Matty Matheson x KFC

Matheson dropped the Matty Melt in early 2026, essentially turning a KFC kitchen into a greasy spoon. Critics cried "sellout" over the massive corporate logo, but the lineups told a different story. The Verdict: Pure Matty. He didn’t bend for KFC. He just made their gravy saltier, the onions sweeter and the whole thing unapologetically his.

Craig Wong x SPAM

For Lunar New Year, Wong flipped the “divisive” canned meat into a SPAM Wellington at Patois — a nod to his Chinese-Jamaican roots and immigrant kitchens that leaned on the pantry staple. The Verdict: Total soul. Turning “struggle food” into a French-style Wellington proves you can celebrate your heritage and have fun at the same time.

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T.O.’s top foodie eats healthy sometimes

Toronto food influencer Rick Silver (@dicksworld) is proving he’s not all burgers and latenight bites. He’s rounding up the salads across the city that actually deserve your attention. Because when Rick talks, even the lettuce gets taken seriously.

1. Chop Hop

Born out of Rasa and Sara, Chop Hop has locked in as my go-to salad spot. There’s a solid lineup, but I always order the Rasa — my absolute favourite takeout salad. That is, unless I forget to remove the quinoa. Quinoa ruins it for me. Probably because I once inhaled a piece. I did eventually cough it out about 30 minutes later.

Multiple locations.

The Rating: 9.4/10

Last Bite: The soups are excellent — and don’t skip the little cheese balls.

2. Kupfert & Kim

Once you get past the fact that this place is vegan — and yes, that took me a minute — you might find, like I did, that they’re making some of the best salads and bowls around. Smoothies aside, the smoothie bowls, loaded with house-made granola and fresh berries, make eating healthy feel easy. Multiple locations.

The Rating: 8.7/10

Last Bite: Get the granola.

3. Forest Hill Farmhouse I’ve worked through the Casa Loma, the Village BLT and the Crispy Buffalo Beltline Wrap. You don’t get much more Torontonian than this menu. Now that they’ve added sandwiches and expanded to five spots across the city. I have a feeling I’ll be seeing a lot more of the Farmhouse fare. Multiple locations.

The Rating: 8.8/10

Last Bite: Spadina Spring Roll salad. Say that 10 times fast.

4. Mandy’s

If Mandy's Gourmet Salads were judged on decor alone, the score might be a perfect 10 — the space oozes charm. But as a takeout guy, I’m focused on the salad and the value. That’s where things slip a bit. The salads are very good, not exceptional, and once you add a protein, you’re definitely paying for the pretty room — even if you’re not sticking around to enjoy it. Multiple locations.

The Rating: 7.7/10

Last Bite: Eat it there and soak in the charm. It’ll taste better.

From zero to Michelin hero overnight

For anyone who thinks a Michelin star doesn’t matter in Toronto, think again.

At the Michelin ceremony last September, Eric Chong was the man of the hour. His restaurant, aKin, earned the city’s only star for 2025, and he was named Young Chef of the Year. But behind the gold-leaf and champagne, the 32-year-old was facing financial hardship.

Opening a high-end tastingmenu concept in Toronto was a huge gamble, and for Chong, aKin was the ultimate risk. On the Tasting Notes Toronto podcast, the former chemical engineer and MasterChef Canada

winner revealed that without the star, aKin may have closed.

"If we didn't get a star, I really think that it would be the end of us," Chong admitted. Two and a half years in the making, the restaurant was burning cash fast. Without the Michelin nod, he would’ve needed an extra $500,000 just to stay open for another year — not to mention the risk of losing a world-class team whose reputations hinged on that star.

The impact of the Michelin recognition was a total 180 degree turn for the business. Within 24 hours of the ceremony, 700 reservations flooded the system. By

the next day, that number had jumped to 1,300. It turned a struggling passion project into one of the most secure bookings in the city practically overnight Co-owned with mentor Alvin Leung, the restaurant’s menu riffs on Southeast Asian street food, from elevated Hainanese chicken rice to Singaporean chili crab, and a strict tasting menu format ensures almost zero waste.

After years of battling the “home cook” label, the star validated Chong’s work. In the kitchen, that little red book can be the difference between thriving and shutting down.

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Bayview’s hidden dumpling counter

If your North York food knowledge ends at Yonge Street, you’re playing it safe and missing out. Located on Willowdale Avenue, the Dumpling Shop has been quietly turning out dumplings and steamed buns for more than 15 years. For many locals, it’s a longtime go-to — a place you’ve been visiting since high school, only to return years later and find it tastes exactly as you remember.

The space is small and bright, functioning more as a takeout counter than a dine-in destination. Parking can be tricky, it’s cash only, and there are printed cooking instructions taped by the door. Regulars know the routine: walk in, order a few hot items if they’re available, then load up on frozen bags to steam or pan-fry at home.

The Shanghai glutinous rice, mushroom and

pork siomai is a stand out — a dense, savoury alternative to the smaller versions found downtown. While the red bean sticky rice has a loyal following, the savoury meat version often sells out first. The braised beef soup is a cold weather essential, offering a level of flavour that only comes from a long, slow simmer.

The freezer is where the shop really earns its reputation. You will find soup dumplings with thin, silky skins alongside pork and chive, beef or cabbage and wood ear mushroom varieties. The vegetable buns, packed with finely diced cabbage, are a fresh alternative to standard frozen fare. Some longtime customers swear these are the best in the GTA, regularly buying 50 or 100 at a time instead of settling for grocery store brands.

The Dumpling Shop is located at 184 Willowdale Ave., North York. JS

Queen West has a new flame

Toronto might be experiencing a chill, but a new fiery restaurant is bringing the heat. From chargrilled fusion plates to smoky drinks, everything at Ceniza has been “kissed by fire.”

Even the name reflects that ethos — “ceniza” means “ash” in Spanish.

“For me, fire is very dramatic and powerful, and then after that, what remains is what is really true,” says owner Ernesto Rodriguez.

He describes the restaurant industry as full of “noise” — trends, openings and closings — like a blaze that eventually burns out. “Fire is very dramatic and

powerful, but what stays is the warmth that lingers,” he says, translating that idea into deep flavours, atmosphere and conversation.

Ceniza is designed as a place to gather, whether for drinks and small plates or a full night out.

The late-night kitchen runs until midnight, and soft lighting and live DJs most Saturdays give the space the glow of hot embers.

Chef Jose Davalos leads the kitchen, blending Italian, French, Mexican and Peruvian flavours with Latin American and Japanese influences.

Tuna wonton tostadas topped

with leche de tigre highlight the fusion, and tiramisù and churros share the dessert menu. From guacamole finished with tortilla ash to seafood risotto with smoked sea salt, flame touches nearly every dish.

“If you do too much, it’s going to overwhelm the food,” Rodriguez says. “But if you use a little smoked salt or a little bit of fire directly while you’re cooking, it elevates the food.”

Signature cocktails arrive with smoke and flame, and guests can request custom creations made tableside.

Ceniza is now open at 942 Queen St. W. Megan Gallant

Toronto gets chic itameshi dining

A new Japanese-Italian fusion (itameshi) restaurant, Bellis, just opened at 561 Bloor St. W., bringing chef Attila Baksa’s long-held culinary vision to life. Bellis is the latest project from Jeffrey Chu (Yuugi Izakaya, 915 Dupont, Tebasaki Wing House) and Baksa, blending two cuisines the chef has long wanted to unite.

“Over the years, I’ve always felt that Japanese and Italian flavours would complement each other beautifully,” Baksa says. “The idea of merging Japanese and Italian flavours first came to me in 2020 while I was working on a project with a few friends. Unfortunately, that project didn’t move forward, but I didn’t want those ideas to fade.”

The menu brings that vision to the table. The rigatoni dish layers Hatcho miso into a spicy pasta sauce for extra depth and umami.

“It’s not immediately obvious on the palate, but

when you compare the sauce with and without the miso, you can really notice the added depth and umami,” Baksa says.

Another highlight is the Toma-Toast, featuring ginger-soy marinated Campari tomatoes, yuzuwhipped ricotta and aromatic shiso.

The beverage program shifts from daytime coffee service to a cocktail bar at night, focusing on clean, balanced drinks.

With terracotta walls, exposed brick and forest green accents, Bellis is designed to feel chic yet approachable — perfect for after-work drinks, date nights or an easy solo dinner.

“Ultimately, I want the experience to reflect what I personally enjoy about dining out — somewhere guests feel comfortable coming back to again and again,” Baksa says.

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Hospital debuts thought-driven brain implants

Last August and September, Toronto Western Hospital became the first site outside the United States to perform Neuralink brain-computer interface implant surgeries. Neuralink is a Silicon Valley company developing wireless interfaces that let the brain communicate with computers. Led by Dr. Andres Lozano, the neurosurgical team implanted these devices into two Canadian patients living with limited

hand mobility due to spinal cord injuries.

The procedure uses a specialized surgical robot to place 64 ultra-thin threads into the brain’s motor cortex, the region responsible for controlling movement. These threads contain more than 1,000 electrodes that pick up neural signals. By bypassing the injured spinal cord and using a Bluetooth connection, the device lets the brain communicate directly

with external technology. For the patients in the trial, that meant controlling a cursor, sending emails and using a smartphone through thought alone.

The wireless device records and interprets neural activity in real time, translating the brain’s intentions into digital commands. Researchers hope this approach will eventually help patients regain more complex motor functions, like grasping

objects or typing without assistance.

Both patients were discharged within 24 hours and began using the interface almost immediately — a notable aspect of the trial’s early success. The ongoing CANPRIME study, a clinical research effort aimed at refining how this technology can restore independence to people with quadriplegia or ALS, continues to enrol participants.

“This milestone represents a convergence of neuroscience, engineering and clinical care,” says Dr. Lozano. “I’m proud of our team for helping push the boundaries of what’s possible for patients with paralysis.”

The year also brought other surgical breakthroughs in Toronto. In early September, Dr. Seyed Alireza Rabi, at Toronto General Hospital, performed Canada’s first heart transplant from a circulatory death donor, a technique that could increase the national donor pool by up to 30 per cent.

These advances helped Toronto General earn a 2026 ranking as the third-best hospital in the world. For surgeons like Lozano and Rabi, the focus remains on integrating new technologies into everyday clinical care to restore autonomy to their patients.

—Jennifer Schembri

Toronto start-up is making early Alzheimer’s detection a reality

We’ve made many medical breakthroughs identifying the source of Alzheimer’s and other forms of dementia in the brain and the body. But part of treating these neurological disorders and providing patients — including the 750,000 Canadians currently living with Alzheimer’s disease — with the best possible outcomes is early detection. You might think to look to the brain. But what about the eyes? A Toronto medical start-up is developing tools to do just that: allowing optometrists to identify Alzheimer’s symptoms and, crucially, years before any symptoms appear.

Research has found that the small blood vessels in the retina are altered in patients with Alzheimer’s, and a 2025 study showed that loss of visual sensitivity can predict dementia 12 years before it’s diagnosed.

AI-driven start-up RetiSpec has built a tool for retinal imaging with the goal of enabling widespread early and accurate detection of neurodegenerative disease markers. The technology can measure amyloid proteins, a key marker of Alzheimer’s disease that is found in the blood vessels of the eye. The key is that the solution is based on data-rich images captured with retinal imaging cam-

eras that are already available in most eye clinics, making optometrists the first line of defence against Alzheimer’s.

Automated Alzheimer’s detection uses artificial intelligence to help clinicians detect the disease years before any clinical symptoms. Although RetiSpec’s AI solutions are only available for research use right now, the goal is to be able to roll out RetiSpec’s technology in eye clinics.

This Toronto innovation points to a new way forward for dementia detection. Current tests and tools are costly, invasive and often difficult to access. Solutions like this one mean everyone will have access to early detection tools through their own optometrist — and for those with Alzheimer’s, they’ll have a better chance of slowing the progression of the disease and plan for the future.

Early and routine screening is being explored through other tools as well — such as a simple blood test that would identify up to five Alzheimer’s-related proteins, with pilot studies currently underway in Europe.

—Julia Mastroianni

$599M

Annual research investment by University Health Network (UHN), maintaining its status as Canada’s top research hospital for the 15th consecutive year.

Global ranking for SickKids in the 2026 World’s Best Specialized Hospitals list for both pediatric oncology and neonatology. 1

20

Ontario hospitals named among Canada’s Top 40 Research Hospitals in 2025.

650

Active clinical trials currently underway at Sunnybrook, ranging from AI-driven trauma imaging to non-invasive brain therapies.

118K+

Annual ER visits at North York General now optimized by real-time AI to identify faster treatment zones and cut delays.

Projected increase in organ donor pool, thanks to new circulatory death transplant protocols. 30%

1,200

Volunteers participating in hospital-based community programs to support mental health and recovery.

TORONTO’S MEDICAL BREAKTHROUGHS

Massive self-driving car adoption will save lives

Waymo and other self-driving car companies might be looking at Toronto as a potential new autonomous stomping ground, and why not? A new study from University of Toronto researchers suggests that fully automated vehicles could dramatically reduce traffic injuries here and across North America over the next decade.

The 2026 research, led in part by Dr. Armaan Malhotra

of Sunnybrook Health Sciences Centre, asserts that more than one million trafficrelated injuries could be prevented between 2025 and 2035 if automated driving technology is widely adopted. The study draws on data published in the Journal of the American Medical Association (JAMA) and other large datasets examining crash patterns and human driving behaviour.

Researchers found that, in an optimistic scenario, fully automated vehicles could reduce injuries by up to 80 per cent compared with human drivers by eliminating major risk factors such as distraction, impairment and speeding. Overall, the model estimated a 3.6 per cent drop in total traffic injuries over a 10-year period, even under more moderate adoption scenarios.

“In the most optimistic sce-

nario, there were over a million injuries avoided over a 10-year period,” said Armaan Malhotra, a U of T neurosurgery resident who led the study along with Dr. Malhotra. “But to reach that milestone, there would have to be an aggressive roll out of these vehicles, which would require a monumental effort.”

Motor vehicle collisions are, for the most part, caused by human error, according to the study, and automated systems offer a huge opportunity to improve public safety if they perform reliably in real-world conditions. However, researchers cautioned that additional study is important, as this bold new tech moves from the testing stage to everyday use, especially in complex environments such as rural roads and mixed traffic settings.

Although this is all very promising, the authors say that the true impact will depend on how quickly automated vehicles are adopted and how effectively they operate outside test environments. For public health officials and policy-makers and even the City of Toronto, the research offers concrete evidence that automation could become a major tool in reducing injuries.

—Ron Johnson

This is how where you live affects your risk of death after surgery

Where you live dictates where you work, what food you have access to and even your life expectancy. And now a new study has determined that in Ontario, it also affects your risk of death after surgery.

Research from St. Michael’s Hospital and the University of Toronto, published in January, found that patients from the lowestincome areas in Ontario had a 43 per cent higher chance of dying within 30 days of surgery compared to those in the province’s highest-income areas.

The study analyzed over one million patients across Ontario who underwent planned surgery between 2017 and 2023. The association between lower incomes and higher risk of death persisted even after researchers accounted for crucial factors such as patients’ age, existing health conditions, complexity of the surgery and even the hospital where they were treated.

The study is a sobering reminder that not everyone faces the same risks when they come to a hospital for surgery — and that improving surgical outcomes requires looking well beyond the operating room. Lead author Ashwin Sankar, a clinician-investigator

Finally hospital expansion plans

University Health Network is building a major new surgical tower at Toronto Western Hospital that aims to transform how procedures are delivered in the city. The $1.1 billion, 15-storey building will include 82 private patient rooms, 20 high-tech operating rooms equipped with built-in MRI technology and advanced robotics. Once complete, it’s expected to boost surgical capacity by as much as 50 per cent. The tower is scheduled to open in 2028.

North York General Hospital is preparing for its biggest expansion in more than five decades. Plans call for a new in-patient care tower with 135 private beds, larger and more modern operating rooms and a significantly expanded emergency department to handle growing demand. The roughly $1 billion project, largely funded by the province, could be finished by 2029 or 2030 if timelines hold.

at St. Michael’s Hospital and an assistant professor of anaesthesiology and pain medicine at U of T’s Temerty Faculty of Medicine, began exploring the connection between health outcomes and social disparities at the start of the pandemic.

“What stood out is that hospital-level factors explained only a modest share of the variation in outcomes,” he said in an interview about the study with the Temerty Faculty of Medicine. “We need to understand and improve the processes of care before and after surgery to even the playing field and make sure outcomes are not dictated by income or postal code.”

This research is the latest to highlight the massive disparities related to social determinants of health: the non-medical, social, economic and environmental factors that influence health outcomes. A 2024 analysis by the Local magazine and researchers at Map Centre for Urban Health Solutions at St. Michael’s Hospital found a 10-year gap in life expectancy between highest-income and lowest-income neighbourhoods in Toronto, ranging from 85 in neighbourhoods like Casa Loma and Bridle Path to 75 in areas like Moss Park and Rexdale.

—Julia

Mastroianni

Trillium Health Partners has already broken ground on the $1.3 billion expansion of the Gilgan Family Queensway Health Centre in Etobicoke. The nine-storey, 600,000square-foot patient care tower will add more than 350 private beds and bring rehabilitation, complex continuing care and dialysis services together under one roof. The goal is a more coordinated, patient-focused facility designed to make care easier to navigate for both patients and families.

—RJ

Toronto’S TOP DOCTORS 2026

DR. DONNA GASPARRO M.D. FEMME WOMEN’S WELLNESS, MEDICAL & COSMETICS

Dr. Donna Gasparro, Medical Director of Femme, graduated with highest honors from medical school in 2010 and completed residency in NYC, USA. While in the US, she excelled at cosmetic treatments (injectables and lasers) and founded a hospital-based medical weight loss department. Dr. Gasparro practices high quality, evidence-based medicine and is committed to optimizing her patients’ physical and emotional well-being.

What do you like most about practicing medicine and why?

The patient-physician relationship is the part of medicine I cherish most, as it is the launch-point from which we can intervene and enhance how a patient feels.

It is a great privilege to have patients reveal their inner and physical concerns, and then be able to apply advanced medical technologies and interventions as well as cosmetic and integrative care, to improve their experience of life. Practicing with this multifaceted, holistic approach resonates through to patient confidence and the healthiest version of themselves. I have always placed a strong emphasis on evidence-based medicine, patient education, and the emotional well-being of others. And I’m committed to guiding, motivating, and inspiring my patients to optimize their physical and emotional experiences of life.

Dr. Eskander is the Endocrine Surgery Lead at Michael Garron Hospital and is the Surgical Oncology Lead at Sunnybrook Health Sciences Centre.

Dr. Antoine Eskander is a surgical oncologist and reconstructive surgeon at Sunnybrook Health Sciences Centre, Surgical Oncology Lead at the Odette Cancer Centre, and Chief of Otolaryngology – Head & Neck Surgery Michael Garron Hospital. He is an Associate Professor at the University of Toronto, Adjunct Scientist at ICES, and Associate Scientist at Sunnybrook Research Institute.

Dr. Eskander is an internationally recognized researcher in the areas of thyroid disease, head and neck cancers, skin cancers, health services research, clinical epidemiology, and quality improvement. He has extensively studied head and neck cancers and thyroid cancers in Ontario.

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TORONTO’S TOP 500 DOCTORS

In just its 5th year, our top doctors list has become one of the highest-ranked physician guides locally on Google and ChatGPT.

Post City Magazines and Streets of Toronto are grateful to those who graciously nominated their fellow practitioners.

y ADDICTION MEDICINE

Dr. Joshua Fletcher

Graduated: U of T, 2020

North York General Hospital

Dr. Michelle Klaiman

Graduated: U of T, 2008

St. Michael’s Hospital

y ALLERGY IMMUNOLOGY

Dr. Amiirah Aujnarain

Graduated: U of Ottawa, 2014

Toronto Allergists

l Dr. Stephen Betschel

Graduated: McMaster, 1998

Toronto Allergy Group

Dr. David Fahmy

Graduated: Schulich Sch., Western, 2011

Silver Birch Allergy Clinic

Dr. Wendy Gould

Graduated: St. George's University, 2006

Sussman Allergy

l Dr. Eyal Grunebaum

Graduated: Hadassah-Hebrew

University, 1988

The Hospital For Sick Children

Dr. Sari Herman

Graduated: McMaster, 2004

North York Medical Group

Dr. Baruch Jakubovic

Graduated: U of T, 2013

Sussman Allergy

Dr. Nina Jindal

Graduated: Kasturba Medical College, 2009

Oak Ridge Dermatology Ctr.

Dr. Christine Song

Graduated: UBC, 2008

St. Michael’s Hospital

l Dr. Gordon Sussman

Graduated: Schulich Sch., 1977

Sussman Allergy

Dr. Peter Vadas

Graduated: U of T, 1983

St. Michael's Hospital

Dr. Caroline Weisser

Graduated: U of Ottawa, 2013 Unify Health

y ANESTHESIOLOGY

Dr. Asimul Alam

Graduated: U of T, 2007

North York General Hospital

Dr. Fahad Alam

Graduated: McMaster, 2008

Sunnybrook

Dr. Ahmad Alli

Graduated: U of the Witwatersrand, 2002

St. Michael’s Hospital

Dr. Jeffrey Dickson

Graduated: U of T, 1998

St. Michael’s Hospital

Dr. Michael Hiscox

Graduated: UBC, 2005

Michael Garron Hospital

Dr. Chris Idestrup

Graduated: U of T, 2000

Sunnybrook

Dr. Darryl Irwin

Graduated: Schulich School, Western, 2000

North York General Hospital

Dr. Desmond Lam

Graduated: U of T, 1994

Michael Garron Hospital

Dr. Henderson Lee

Graduated: Schulich School, Western, 1990

Michael Garron Hospital

Dr. Aaron Mocon

Graduated: Schulich School, Western, 2008

North York General Hospital

Dr. Beverly Morningstar

Graduated: U of T, 1976

Sunnybrook

Dr. Lisa Pillo

Graduated: Queen's, 2008 North York General Hospital

Dr. Atul Prabhu

Graduated: Bangalore Uni, 1994 Toronto General Hospital

Dr. Behnam Safa

Graduated: U of Ottawa, 1998 Sunnybrook

Dr. Neilesh Soneji

Graduated: U of T, 2007 Toronto Western Hospital

Dr. Sanjho

Srikandarajah

Graduated: Queen's, 2010 North York General Hospital

Dr. Keith Tanner

Graduated: U of T, 1993

Sunnybrook

y Cardiology

Dr. Husam Abdel-Qadir

Graduated: U of T, 2007 Women's College Hospital

Dr. Ravi Bajaj

Graduated: U of T, 2010 Cardiac Care North York

l Dr. Eugene Crystal

Graduated: Vitebsk State Uni, 1983

Sunnybrook

Dr. Jeremy Edwards

Graduated: U of T, 2003

St. Michael's Hospital

Toronto’S TOP DOCTORS 2026

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Cardiology continued

Dr. Vinay Garg

Graduated: Queen's, 2014

Unify Health

Dr. John Graham

Graduated: Glasgow Uni, 1995

St. Michael's Hospital

Dr. John Janevski

Graduated: U of T, 1998

Toronto Western Hospital

Dr. Darren Kagal

Graduated: Schulich School, Western, 2004

North York General Hospital

Dr. Hanna Lee

Graduated: U of T, 2012

One Heart Care

Dr. Kevin Levitt

Graduated: UBC, 2006

Michael Garron Hospital

l Dr. Kareem Morant

Graduated: U of Ottawa, 2010

Cardiac Care North York

Dr. Daniel Ozier

Graduated: McMaster, 2015

Unify Health

l Dr. Heather Ross

Graduated: Queen's, 2007

Toronto General Hospital

l Dr. Sheldon Singh

Graduated: U of T, 2001

Sunnybrook

Toronto’S TOP DOCTORS 2026

Dr. Jacob Udell

Graduated: U of T, 2003

Women's College Hospital

Dr. Kibar Yared

Graduated: McGill, 2001

Unify Health

Dr. Mohammad Zia

Graduated: U of Calgary, 2002

Sunnybrook

y Cardiothoracic Surgery

l Dr. Gideon Cohen

Graduated: U of T, 1992

Sunnybrook

l Dr. Robert Cusimano

Graduated: U of Calgary, 1983

Toronto General Hospital

l Dr. Tirone David

Graduated: Universidade

Federal Do Parana, 1968

Toronto General Hospital

Dr. Sayf Gazala

Graduated: U of Al-Mustansiriyah, 2004

Michael Garron Hospital

l Dr. Osami Honjo

Graduated: Shimane Ikadaigaku, 1997

The Hospital For Sick Children

Dr. David Latter

Graduated: McGill, 1982

St. Michael's Hospital

l Dr. Fuad Moussa

Graduated: McGill, 1997

Sunnybrook

Dr. Maral Ouzounian

Graduated: McGill, 2003

Toronto Western Hospital

Dr. Steve Singh

Graduated: Schulich School, Western, 2009

Toronto General Hospital

Dr. Chris Tarola

Graduated: Schulich School, Western, 2013

Sunnybrook

Dr. Robert Yanagawa

Graduated: U of T, 2008

St. Michael's Hospital

y Colon + Rectal Surgery

Dr. Daniel Abramowitz

Graduated: Queen's, 2011

North York General Hospital

Dr. Shady Ashamalla

Graduated: U of T, 2005

Sunnybrook

Dr. Paul Bernick

Graduated: U of T, 1992

Michael Garron Hospital

Dr. Stanley Feinberg

Graduated: U of T, 1980

North York General Hospital

Dr. Marisa Louridas

Graduated: U of Manitoba, 2010

St. Michael's Hospital

Dr. Aman Pooni

Graduated: U of T, 2011

Michael Garron Hospital

l Dr. Fayez Quereshy

Graduated: U of T, 2004

Toronto Western Hospital

y Cosmetic Surgery

Dr. Ashlin Alexander

Graduated: Queen's, 2006

Ashlin Alexander Facial Cosmetic Surgery

Dr. Jamil Asaria

Graduated: U of T, 2004 Face Toronto

Dr. David Boudana

Graduated: U of Lille II, 2010

Forest Hill Plastic Surgery and MediSpa

Dr. Michael Brandt

Graduated: Schulich School, Western, 2005 Form Face + Body

Dr. Thomas Constantine

Graduated: McGill, 2008 Humber River Health

Dr. Catherine Haywood

Graduated: McGill, 1995

Toronto Cosmetic Surgery Inst.

Dr. Christopher Hong

Graduated: U of T, 2003

Edelstein Cosmetic

Dr. Martin Jugenburg

Graduated: U of T, 2001

Toronto Cosmetic Surgery Institute

Dr. Michael Kreidstein

Graduated: U of T, 1987

Dr. Michael Kreidstein

Cosmetic and Reconstructive Plastic Surgery

Dr. Jacqueline Makerewich

Graduated: Schulich School, Western, 2011 Air Sculpt

Dr. Dimitrios Motakis

Graduated: McGill, 2004

Dr. Dimitrios Motakis Office

Dr. Mathew Plant

Graduated: Schulich School, Western, 2008

Mathew A Plant Md

Dr. Richard Rival

Graduated: U of T, 1989

Rhinoplasty Toronto North York Medical Group

Dr. Mike Roskies

Graduated: McGill, 2012

Yorkville Plastic Surgery Ctr.

Toronto’S TOP DOCTORS 2026

DR. DAVID BOUDANA FOREST HILL PLASTIC SURGERY AND MEDISPA

Trained in France and Canada, board certified in plastic surgery, Dr. Boudana has 15+ yrs of experience in body contouring surgery. Specializing in complex post–weight loss body contouring procedures, mommy makeover, drainless abdominoplasty and natural breast augmentation. His Forest Hill Plastic Surgery Clinic offers comfort, luxury and the convenience of a private operating room.

What do you like the most about practicing your specialty?

Accompanying patients through a meaningful transformation! Body contouring surgery helps patients regain confidence and comfort in their own bodies but also provides real medical benefits, including better posture, balance, physical endurance, and greater ease with exercise. When patients tell me that surgery has changed their lives, it deeply resonates with me and reminds me why I chose this profession.

How do you work to improve patient care?

I practice within a group of four plastic surgeons, allowing for constant exchange of expertise and seamless continuity of care as there is always a surgeon available. Beyond surgery, we offer elevated services that enhance comfort and discretion, including massage therapy, post-operative hyperbaric oxygen therapy, full range of Medispa and scar treatments, optional clinic privatization for patients seeking discretion and enhance private care, direct access to our clinical nurses, and around-the-clock on-call surgical support.

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Dr. Robert Sleightholm

Graduated: Schulich School, Western, 1979

Sovereign Cosmetic Surgery

Dr. Oakley Smith

Graduated: U of T, 1982

Michael Garron Hospital

Dr. Philip Solomon

Graduated: U of T, 1994

Solomon Facial Plastic Clinic

Dr. Cory Torgerson

Graduated: U of T, 2002

Sovereign Cosmetic Surgery

l Dr. Ronald Zuker

Graduated: U of T, 1969

The Hospital For Sick Children

y Critical Care

Dr. Shelly Dev

Graduated: U of T, 2001

Sunnybrook

Dr. Robert Fowler

Graduated: McGill, 1995

Sunnybrook

Dr. Anna Geagea

Graduated: Université de Montréal Faculté de Médecine, 2012

North York General Hospital

Dr. David Klein

Graduated: U of T, 1999

St. Michael's Hospital

Dr. Christie Lee

Toronto’S TOP DOCTORS 2026

Graduated: U of T, 2004

Mount Sinai Hospital

Dr. Rochelle Melvin

Graduated: U of T, 2019

North York General Hospital

Dr. Elliott Owen

Graduated: U of T, 2009

North York General Hospital

Dr. Phil Shin

Graduated: U of T, 2001

North York General Hospital

Dr. Michael Sklar

Graduated: McMaster, 2009

St. Michael's Hospital

Dr. Angela Stone

Graduated: McMaster, 2005

Michael Garron Hospital

Dr. Michael Warner

Graduated: Queen's, 2004

Michael Garron Hospital

Dr. Natalie Wong

Graduated: U of T, 1998

St. Michael's Hospital

y Dermatology

Dr. Renita Ahluwalia

Graduated: U of T, 2008

Canadian Plastic Surgery Centre

Dr. Benjamin Barankin

Graduated: Schulich School,

Western, 2001

Toronto Dermatology Centre

Dr. Renee Beach

Graduated: McMaster, 2007 Dermatelier On Avenue

Dr. Madelaine Bell

Graduated: U of T, 2020 Cleveland Clinic Canada

Dr. Julia Carroll

Graduated: Dalhousie Uni, 2001

Compass Dermatology

Dr. Paul Cohen

Graduated: U of T, 1995 Rosedale Dermatology Centre

Dr. David Croitoru

Graduated: U of T, 2017 Women's College Hospital

Dr. M. Anne Curtis

Graduated: U of T, 1982 Dermatology on Bloor

l Dr. Anatoli Freiman

Graduated: McGill, 2002 Toronto Dermatology Centre

l Dr. Martie Gidon

Graduated: McMaster, 1977 Gidon Aesthetics & MedispaPartner Of Dermapure Group

Dr. Lisa Kellett

Graduated: U of T, 1992

DLK on Avenue

Dr. Jonathan Levy

Graduated: U of T, 2012

Rosedale Dermatology Centre

Dr. Kucy Pon

Graduated: U of Saskatchewan, 1996

Sunnybrook

l Dr. Fara Redlick

Graduated: U of T, 2003

Compass Dermatology

Dr. Jennifer Salsberg

Graduated: U of Ottawa, 2007

Avenue MD

Dr. Matt Sandre

Graduated: McMaster, 2015 Unify Health

Dr. Maxwell Sauder

Graduated: McMaster, 2011

Toronto Dermatology Centre

l Dr. Nowell Solish

Graduated: U of T, 1990

Dr. Nowell Solish Cosmetic Dermatologist

l Dr. Scott Walsh

Graduated: U of T, 2000 Sunnybrook

y Diagnostic Radiology

Dr. Robert Bleakney

Graduated: Queen's Belfast School of Medicine, 1993 Mount Sinai Hospital

Dr. Petrina Causer

Graduated: U of T, 1995

York Radiology Consultants

Dr. Noah Ditkofsky

Graduated: Queen's, 2008

Michael Garron Hospital

Dr. Hemi Dua

Graduated: U of T, 2004 Sunnybrook

Dr. Ben Fine

Graduated: U of T, 2010

Trillium Health Partners

Mississauga Hospital

Dr. Leonard Grinblat

Graduated: McMaster, 2002 WELL Health Diagnostic Ctrs.

Dr. Ryan Margau

Graduated: U of T, 2001

North York General Hospital

Dr. Amanda Murphy

Graduated: U of Ottawa, 2010

North York General Hospital

Dr. Linda Probyn

Graduated: Schulich School, Western, 1999 Sunnybrook

Dr. Mia Skarpathiotakis

Graduated: U of T, 2006 Sunnybrook

Toronto’S TOP DOCTORS 2026

Full Circle: Family Medicine and Pregnancy Care

DR. KUNAAL JINDAL BSc(Med) MD FRCSC STUDIO PLASTIC SURGERY & THE MINOR SURGERY CENTER

Dr. Jindal is a distinguished plastic surgeon in Toronto, specializing in aesthetic surgery. As the founder of Studio Plastic Surgery and co-founder of The Minor Surgery Centers, he brings over a decade of experience. His comprehensive training, combined with surgical expertise, allows him to deliver natural, beautiful results with a patient-centered approach grounded in compassionate care and trust.

What do you like most about practicing plastic surgery and why?

I’m fortunate to work in a dynamic, ever-evolving specialty that embraces the latest advancements to enhance patient care. What I cherish most is witnessing the boost in confidence my patients gain and hearing their stories of renewed self-esteem. This work demands precision, an artistic eye, and a dedication to persistent innovation and refinement—an honour I’m grateful for every day.

How do you build trust with a patient in your care?

At our practice, trust is the cornerstone of every patient relationship, grounded in honesty, integrity, and genuine care. I believe it’s earned through open, thoughtful communication and by taking the time to understand each patient’s goals. This creates a supportive experience where patients feel heard, valued, and respected. My aim is to foster a collaborative environment where patients feel confident, empowered, and cared for throughout their journey.

7 Yonge Blvd, Toronto 416-342-3950

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We are happy to share we are accepting pregnant patients, newborns, and their families for prenatal and family medicine care. Please scan the QR code for more information, or you can contact us at family4birth@sunnybrook.ca for prenatal care!

Comprehensive primary care is the foundation of Canada’s healthcare system. It is built on relationships that unfold over time, care that begins long before pregnancy and continues long after a baby is born. In an era when healthcare can feel rushed and fragmented, that continuity matters more than ever.

At the Sunnybrook Academic Family Health Team, family physicians provide team- based care across the lifespan: preconception counselling, prenatal visits, delivery in hospital, postpartum support, newborn care, and then well-child visits, mental health care, chronic disease prevention, and support for aging parents. It is a circle of care rooted in trust.

Why does that matter? Because pregnancy is not an isolated event, it is part of a person’s larger health story.

The Sunnybrook Academic Family Health Team (SAFHT), are happy to share we are accepting pregnant patients and newborns for prenatal and family medicine care.

Family medicine obstetrics offers something uniquely powerful: the same physician who helped someone prepare for pregnancy can care for them through labour and delivery, then see both parent and baby in the days and months that follow. This continuity is especially important in today’s complex healthcare environment. Within a Family Health Team model, care is collaborative; physicians work alongside nurses, social workers, dietitians, physician assistants, and learners to ensure that medical, emotional, and practical needs are addressed together.

This month, three physicians from our Family Health Team are featured in the local paper as Top Family Medicine Doctors of 2026, recognition that reflects a shared commitment to comprehensive, team-based care. Two of the three also provide pregnancy, delivery, and postpartum care as part of their full-scope family medicine practice.

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Dr. Karen Fleming (left) and Dr. Mira Shuman (right), Top Family Medicine Doctors of 2026.

Pregnancy also represents a critical opportunity to improve health for two generations at once. Family physicians are uniquely positioned to connect those dots, supporting healthy physical activity, nutrition, mental well-being, and long-term prevention long after delivery. It means team-based care including the newborn, postpartum recovery, and supporting long-term health across the lifespan.

In a healthcare system under strain, family medicine remains its steady foundation - walking with families through life’s most important chapters, from preconception to pregnancy, delivery, and beyond.

Dr. Eugene Yu

Graduated: U of T, 1996

Princess Margaret Cancer Ctr.

y Emergency Medicine

Dr. Alun Ackery

Graduated: U of T, 2008

St. Michael's Hospital

Dr. Bryan Au

Graduated: U of T, 1997

St. Michael's Hospital

Dr. Erin Bearss

Graduated: McMaster, 2002

Mount Sinai Hospital

Dr. Jamie Blicker

Graduated: McGill, 1999

North York General Hospital

Dr. David Carr

Graduated: U of Ottawa, 2001

Mackenzie Health

Dr. Michael Charnish

Graduated: Schulich School, Western, 2006

Michael Garron Hospital

l Dr. Sara Gray

Graduated: Schulich School, Western, 1999

Cleveland Clinic Canada

Dr. Tej-Jaskirat Grewal

Graduated: Queen's, 2020

Scarborough General Hospital

Dr. Laura Hans

Toronto’S TOP DOCTORS 2026

Graduated: U of T, 1995

St. Michael's Hospital

Dr. Marlee Klaiman

Graduated: McMaster, 2018

Michael Garron Hospital

Dr. Samuel Vaillancourt

Graduated: McGill, 2008

St. Michael's Hospital

Dr. Omid Vojdani

Graduated: U of Newfoundland, 2005

Michael Garron Hospital

y Endocrinology Diabetes And Metabolism

Dr. Raymond Fung

Graduated: U of T, 2001

Rainbow Health Ontario

Dr. Jeremy Gilbert

Graduated: U of T, 2002

Cleveland Clinic Canada Midtown

Dr. Alyse Goldberg

Graduated: U of T, 2010

Anova Fertility

Dr. Ilana Halperin

Graduated: Schulich School, Western, 2007 Sunnybrook

Dr. Eva Kogan

Graduated: U of T, 1978

Oak Valley Health

Dr. Olexandra Koshkina

Graduated: U of Dublin, 2013

Women's College Hospital

Dr. Iliana Lega

Graduated: Schulich School, Western, 2004

Women's College Hospital

Dr. Fok-Han Leung

Graduated: U of T, 2004

St. Michael's Health Centre

Dr. Meagan McLavish

Graduated: U of Alberta, 2018 Unify Health

Dr. Oren Steen

Graduated: Schulich School, Western, 2009 LMC Healthcare

Dr. Shoba Sujana Kumar

Graduated: Schulich School, Western, 2003

Women's College Hospital

Dr. Alanna Weisman

Graduated: Queen's, 2010 Mount Sinai Hospital

Dr. Catherine Yu

Graduated: U of T, 2002

St. Michael's Hospital

y FAMILY MEDICINE

Dr. Nathalie Adabachi

Graduated: Université de Sherbrooke, 2008

Humber River Health

Dr. Jeff Ashley

Graduated: Schulich School, Western, 1988

William Osler Health Centre

Dr. Yaniv Berliner

Graduated: Schulich School, Western, 2004

Mackenzie Health

Dr. Ajay Chanana

Graduated: King's College

London GKT School, 2004

The S&Y Clinic

Dr. Stephen Cord

Graduated: U of T, 1992 Well Health

Dr. Alison Culbert

Graduated: U of Ottawa, 2000 Sunnybrook

Dr. Sheana Desson

Graduated: U of Ireland, 2006 Generations Family Health Ctr.

Dr. Kathleen Doukas

Graduated: McMaster, 2008

St. Michael's Hospital

Dr. Jonah Elfassy

Graduated: McMaster, 2020 North York General Hospital

l Dr. Cara Flamer

Graduated: Queen's, 2006

Dr. Cara Flamer BioIdentical Hormone Therapy

l Dr. Karen Fleming

Graduated: U of T, 1989 Sunnybrook

Dr. Noah Forman

Graduated: McMaster, 1984 North York General Hospital

Dr. Donna Gasparro

Graduated: Ross University, 2010

FEMME Women's Wellness Medical and Cosmetics

Dr. Marvin Gelkopf

Graduated: U of T, 1989

Dr. Marvin Gelkopf Office

Dr. Darrell Ginsberg

Graduated: Queen's, 2014 Unify Health

l Dr. Aarti Kapoor

Graduated: U of Ottawa, 2009 Eglinton Station Medical

Dr. Manpreet Kaur

Graduated: McMaster, 2019 Toronto Memory Program

Dr. Carol Kitai

Graduated: U of T, 1984 Women's College Hospital

Dr. Timothy Li

Graduated: U of T, 2015 Advancing Care Medical Clinic

Toronto’S TOP DOCTORS 2026

DR. JUSTIN KWONG MD, FRCSC

MARKHAM STOUFFVILLE HOSPITAL, OAK VALLEY HEALTH

Dr. Justin Kwong is a Urologist at Markham Stouffville Hospital with subspecialty expertise in minimally invasive surgery and special interest in prostate conditions, oncology and men’s health. He completed ten years of surgical and medical training at University of Toronto, Western University and McMaster University. In Toronto, he completed a fellowship in laparoscopic/robotic surgery and kidney stones with additional experience in kidney transplantation. Dr. Kwong delivers high quality, evidence-based and patient-centred care to his community.

Why did you choose your area of specialty?

In medical school, I found that Urology was a field that perfectly combined my enthusiasm for surgical care with what I valued in medicine: the diagnosis and cure of disease on both physical and emotional levels, the development of relationships and, ultimately, the improvement in quality of life for those in need. Urology has a significant element of Oncology, an area of medicine that I am passionate about. Among surgical subspecialists, longitudinal patient care is unique to Urologists and I find that it is a privilege to build long-term relationships with patients while helping them understand and manage both benign and malignant conditions. As a Urologist at Markham Stouffville Hospital, I am honoured to contribute to the community.

304-379 Church Street, Markham, ON 905-472-7120

oakvalleyhealth.ca/staff/dr-justin-kwong

l Dr. Gillian Lindzon

Graduated: U of T, 2011

Glengrove Medical Centre

Dr. Sidney Nusinowitz

Graduated: U of T, 1978

Dr. Sidney Nusinowitz Office

Dr. Amiesha Panchal

Graduated: Wayne State U, 2005

Unify Health

Dr. Lew Pliamm

Graduated: U of T, 1992

Polyclinic Family and Speciality Medicine

Dr. Kimberly Reiter

Graduated: U of Ottawa, 2016

Generations Family Health Ctr.

Dr. Jodine Rosenberg

Graduated: McMaster, 2010

Generations Family Health Ctr.

Dr. Jordana Sacks

Graduated: U of T, 2002

North York General Hospital

Dr. Orit Segal

Graduated: U of T, 2002

Taddle Creek Family Health Team

Dr. Sheryl Seidman

Graduated: Queen's, 1996 Toronto General Hospital

Dr. Mira Shuman

Toronto’S TOP DOCTORS 2026

Graduated: Queen's, 2009

Sunnybrook

Dr. David Silver

Graduated: Schulich School, Western, 2006

Generations Family Health Ctr.

Dr. Rebecca Stoller

Graduated: McMaster, 2002

North York Family Medicine Ctr.

Dr. Joshua Waks

Graduated: Schulich School, Western, 2006

Futurity Medical Clinic

Dr. Eddie Wasser

Graduated: McMaster, 1989

Cleveland Clinic Canada

y Gastroenterology

l Dr. Rupert Abdalian

Graduated: McGill, 2003

Dr. Rupert Abdalian

Dr. Ian Bookman

Graduated: U of T, 2000

St Joseph's Health Centre

Dr. Sam Elfassy

Graduated: Schulich School, Western, 2007

Joseph's Health Ctr.

Dr. Magdy ElKhashab

Graduated: Cairo Uni, 1981 Toronto Liver Centre

Dr. Gabor Kandel

Graduated: U of T, 1978

St. Michael's Hospital

Dr. Jeffrey Mosko

Graduated: Schulich School, Western, 2008

St. Michael's Hospital

Dr. Vishal Patel

Graduated: U of T, 2005

North York General Hospital

l Dr. Morgan Rosenberg

Graduated: U of T, 2009 Toronto Endoscopy Clinic

Dr. James Saperia

Graduated: U of T, 2014

North York General Hospital

Dr. Talia Zenlea

Graduated: U of Vermont, 2006

Women's College Hospital

y General Orthopedics

Dr. Amit Atrey

Graduated: U of London, 2000

St. Michael's Hospital

Dr. Terry Axelrod

Graduated: U of T, 1981 Sunnybrook

Dr. Herman Dhotar

Graduated: Ross Uni, 2008 North York General Hospital

Dr. Shawn Garbedian

Graduated: U of Ottawa, 2005

North York General Hospital

Dr. Ian Mayne

Graduated: U of T, 2010

Dr. Ian Mayne

Dr. Hossein Mehdian

Graduated: Tehran Uni, 1992

North York General Hospital

Dr. Khalid Syed

Graduated: U of T, 1999

Toronto Specialty Rapid

Access Clinic

y General Surgery

Dr. Najma Ahmed

Graduated: McGill, 1992

St. Michael's Hospital

Dr. Zane Cohen

Graduated: U of T, 1969

Mount Sinai Hospital

Dr. Karen Devon

Graduated: McGill, 2004

Women's College Hospital

Dr. Moska Hamidi

Graduated: Schulich School, Western, 2013

Humber River Health

Dr. Quoc Huynh

Graduated: U of T, 2001

Women's Care Clinic Toronto

Dr. Steven MacLellan

Graduated: Schulich School, Western, 2006

Humber River Health

Dr. Melinda Maggisano

Graduated: U of Dublin, 2011

Humber River Health

Dr. Ashlie Nadler

Graduated: U of T, 2010

Sunnybrook

Dr. Fahima Osman

Graduated: McMaster, 2004

Women's College Hospital

Dr. Crystal Pallister

Graduated: McGill, 1997

Oak Valley Health

Dr. Brian Pinchuk

Graduated: McGill, 2003

North York General Hospital

Dr. Hany Sawires

Graduated: Ain Shams Uni, 1997

Michael Garron Hospital

l Dr. Jory Simpson

Graduated: UBC, 2006

St. Michael's Hospital

Dr. David Smith

Graduated: U of T, 2016

Dr. David Smith

Dr. Jensen Tan

Graduated: U of T, 2004

Women's Care Clinic Toronto

DR. ASIF PIRANI MD, FRCSC

THE TORONTO PLASTIC SURGERY CENTER & SKN YORKVILLE

Dr. Asif Pirani is a cosmetic plastic surgeon known for his meticulous technique and patient-centered approach. He trained at top institutions including UofT, UBC and NYU and has served as an expert reviewer for The Aesthetic Plastic Surgery Journal. A trusted voice in the media, Dr. Pirani leads The Toronto Plastic Surgery Center & SKN Yorkville, delivering natural and refined results while upholding the highest standards of safety, precision and integrity.

How do you build trust with a patient in your care?

Building trust with my patients begins with listening—truly understanding their concerns, aspirations, and motivations. I believe in empowering patients through education, providing clear, evidence-based information about their options and expected outcomes. Open communication fosters a partnership where patients feel safe, respected, and confident in their choices. I prioritize patient safety by adhering to the highest standards of care and utilizing advanced, proven techniques. My commitment to excellence drives me to continuously refine my skills, stay at the forefront of innovation, and deliver results that look natural and harmonious. By maintaining transparency and setting realistic expectations, I help patients navigate their aesthetic journey with confidence. Trust is the foundation of my practice, cultivated through empathy, integrity, and an unwavering dedication to achieving exceptional outcomes.

Dr. Shahnoor Ullah

Graduated: Schulich School, Western, 2013

Mackenzie Health

Dr. David Urbach

Graduated: U of T, 1993

Women's College Hospital

Dr. Natalya Zhang

Graduated: McMaster, 2009

North York General Hospital

y GERIATRIC MEDICINE

Dr. Jillian Alston

Graduated: U of T, 2012

St. Michael's Hospital

l Dr. Dov Gandell

Graduated: McGill, 2002 Sunnybrook

Dr. Barbara Liu

Graduated: U of T, 1987 Sunnybrook

Dr. Katrina Piggott

Graduated: U of T, 2013

Sunnybrook

Dr. Jarred Rosenberg

Graduated: McMaster, 2009

Michael Garron

l Dr. Samir Sinha

Graduated: Schulich School, Western, 2002

Mount Sinai Hospital

Toronto’S TOP DOCTORS 2026

l Dr. Camilla Wong

Graduated: U of T, 2003

St. Michael's Hospital

y Gynecologic Oncology

Dr. Marcus Bernardini

Graduated: Schulich School, Western, 1999

Princess Margaret Cancer Ctr.

l Dr. Genevieve

Bouchard-Fortier

Graduated: McGill, 2008

Princess Margaret Cancer Ctr.

Dr. Sarah Ferguson

Graduated: Queen’s, 1997

Princess Margaret Cancer Ctr.

Dr. Lilian Gien

Graduated: Schulich School, Western, 2001

Sunnybrook

Dr. Liat Hogen

Graduated: Sackler Sch. of Medicine, Tel Aviv Uni 2005

Princess Margaret Cancer Ctr.

Dr. Stephane Laframboise

Graduated: U of T, 1990

Princess Margaret Cancer Ctr.

Dr. Brenna Swift

Graduated: U of T, 2015

Sunnybrook

Dr. Danielle Vicus

Graduated: Ben-Gurion

Uni, 2002

Sunnybrook

y hand surgery

Dr. Heather Baltzer

Graduated: U of T, 2009

Toronto Western Hospital

Dr. Linda Dvali

Graduated: Schulich School, Western, 1996

Michael Garron Hospital

Dr. Celine Yeung

Graduated: U of T, 2017

Celine Yeung MD FRCSC

y hEMATOLOGY

Dr. Roseann Andreou

Graduated: Schulich School, Western, 2001

Michael Garron Hospital

Dr. Sarah Ingber

Graduated: U of T, 2006

North York General Hospital

Dr. Yulia Lin

Graduated: U of T, 1999 Sunnybrook

Dr. Anne McLeod

Graduated: U of T, 1992 Sunnybrook

Dr. Nadine Shehata

Graduated: Memorial Uni of Newfoundland, 1994

Mount Sinai Hospital

Dr. Michelle Sholzberg

Graduated: McGill, 2006

St. Michael's Hospital

Dr. Jeff Silverman

Graduated: U of T, 1998

North York General Hospital

Dr. Martina Trinkaus

Graduated: U of T, 2004

St. Michael's Hospital

y Hospice And Palliative

Dr. Jonathan Ailon

Graduated: McGill, 2009

St. Michael's Hospital

l Dr. Daphna Grossman

Graduated: U of T, 1992

North York General Hospital

Dr. Desmond Leung

Graduated: Queen's, 2008

North York General Hospital

y Infectious Disease

l Dr. Isaac Bogoch

Graduated: U of T, 2005

Toronto General Hospital

Dr. Ian Brasg

Graduated: U of T, 2014

Humber River Health

Dr. Adrienne Chan

Graduated: U of T, 2000

Sunnybrook

Dr. Christopher Kandel

Graduated: U of T, 2011

Michael Garron Hospital

Dr. Janine McCready

Graduated: U of T, 2007

Michael Garron Hospital

Dr. Brian Minnema

Graduated: U of T, 2005

North York General Hospital

Dr. Jeff Powis

Graduated: U of Ottawa, 2000

Michael Garron Hospital

Dr. Malika Sharma

Graduated: McMaster, 2007

St. Michael's Hospital

Dr. Linda Taggart

Graduated: U of T, 2007

St. Michael's Hospital

Dr. Darrell Tan

Graduated: U of T, 2002

St. Michael's Hospital

y Internal Medicine

Dr. Joshua Bernick

Graduated: U of T, 2017

Mackenzie Health

Dr. Mark Cheung

Graduated: U of T, 1980

Sunnybrook

Dr. Ed Etchells

Graduated: U of T, 1987

Sunnybrook

DR. MICHAEL ROSKIES MD, MSc, FRCSC

YORKVILLE PLASTIC SURGERY CENTER & AEVUM HEALTH

Dr. Mike Roskies is a Toronto-based facial plastic surgeon specializing exclusively in cosmetic facial surgery. Practicing in Yorkville, he is internationally recognized for pioneering the Preservation Facelift, a technique adopted by surgeons worldwide. After elite training at the Cleveland Clinic and University of Toronto, he has dedicated his practice to comprehensive facial rejuvenation, natural outcomes and boutique patient care.

Why

did you choose plastic

surgery?

I chose facial plastic surgery because it sits at the unique intersection of art, anatomy, and technical expertise. It is the only specialty where results are perpetually on display, creating a profound responsibility to the craft and accountability to the patient. When healthy people entrust you with their most perceptible features, the journey is no longer theirs, it is shared.

Unlike my training in reconstruction where we aimed to restore what was lost, my work today focuses on the meticulous refinement of what already exists. This pursuit of excellence led me to specialize in techniques that improve results while minimizing recovery. Operating on the centerpiece of a person's identity inspires me to constantly improve. For me, a transformative outcome is the result of thousands of small, expertly executed steps - allowing my patients to walk away with a sense of confidence that is so pervasive, they stop searching for flaws and simply start living.

66 Avenue Road, Suite 1, Toronto, ON M5R3N8

416-922-4513 • drmikeroskies.com @drmikeroskies • drmikeroskies

Dr. Vivian Ng

Graduated: McGill, 2011

North York General Hospital

Dr. Olivier Nguyen

Graduated: McGill, 2011

Michael Garron Hospital

Dr. Sagar Rohailla

Graduated: U of T, 2016

North York General Hospital

Dr. Steven Shadowitz

Graduated: McGill, 1989 Sunnybrook

Dr. Christopher Smith

Graduated: U of London, 1990

Michael Garron Hospital

y Interventional Cardiology

Dr. Akshay Bagai

Graduated: U of T, 2003

St. Michael's Hospital

Dr. Sam Radhakrishnan

Graduated: U of T, 1993

Vaughan Heart Institute

Dr. Harindra

Wijeysundera

Graduated: UBC, 2000

Sunnybrook

y Maternal + Fetal Medicine

Dr. Howard Berger

Graduated: Ben-Gurion Uni,

1994

Lakeridge Health

Dr. Anne Berndl

Toronto’S TOP DOCTORS 2026

Graduated: McMaster, 2005 Sunnybrook

Dr. Nirmala

Chandrasekaran

Graduated: Tamil Nadu Dr. M.G.R. Medical Uni, 2001

St. Michael's Hospital

Dr. Sebastian Hobson

Graduated: Monash Uni, 2008

Mount Sinai Hospital

Dr. Dini Hui

Graduated: U of T, 2002 Sunnybrook

Dr. John Kingdom

Graduated: U of Dublin, 1984

Mount Sinai Hospital

Dr. Nir Melamed

Graduated: Hadassah-Hebrew University, 2004 Sunnybrook

l Dr. Greg Ryan

Graduated: U of Ireland, 1979

Mount Sinai Hospital

y Nephrology

Dr. David Cherney

Graduated: McGill, 1999

Toronto General Hospital

Dr. Jeffrey Goldstein

Graduated: Schulich School, Western, 2004 Oak Valley Health

l Dr. Michelle Hladunewich

Graduated: U of Alberta, 1994 Sunnybrook

Dr. Jeffrey Perl

Graduated: U of T, 2003

St. Michael's Hospital

Dr. Martin Schreiber

Graduated: U of T, 1987

St. Michael's Hospital

Dr. Ron Wald

Graduated: McGill, 1999

St. Michael's Hospital

Dr. Jeffrey Zaltzman

Graduated: McGill, 1985

St. Michael's Hospital

y Neurosurgery

Dr. Sunit Das

Graduated: Northwestern Uni, 2001

St. Michael's Hospital

Dr. Nir Lipsman

Graduated: Queen's, 2007 Sunnybrook

y Obstetrics + Gynecology

Dr. Daniela Caprara

Graduated: UBC, 2008 Humber River Health

Dr. Rebecca Cherniak

Graduated: McGill, 2015

North York General Hospital

Dr. Meredith Giffin

Graduated: U of Ottawa, 2009 Anova Fertility

Dr. Elaine Herer

Graduated: U of Calgary, 1982

Sunnybrook

Dr. Michelle Jacobson

Graduated: Schulich School, Western, 2009

Women's Coven Health

Dr. Courtney Jolliffe

Graduated: U of T, 2010

Michael Garron Hospital

Dr. Sari Kives

Graduated: U of T, 1995

The Hospital For Sick Children

l Dr. Jamie Kroft

Graduated: U of T, 2005 Sunnybrook

Dr. Rose Kung

Graduated: U of T, 1986 Sunnybrook

Dr. Matthew Laskin

Graduated: Queen's, 2006 Southlake Health

Dr. Grace Liu

Graduated: U of T, 1995 Sunnybrook

Dr. Haidar Mahmoud

Graduated: U of Al-Mustansiriyah, 1983

Anova Fertility

Dr. Karli Mayo

Graduated: Dalhousie Uni, 2010

Humber River Health

Dr. Carmen McCaffrey

Graduated: U of Calgary, 2012

St. Michael's Hospital

Dr. Colleen Dawn

McDermott

Graduated: U of T, 2002

Mount Sinai Hospital

Dr. Alysha Nensi

Graduated: Schulich School, Western, 2013

St. Michael's Hospital

Dr. Alexandra Nevin-Lam

Graduated: U of T, 2002 North York General Hospital

Dr. Leslie Po

Graduated: Queen's, 2009 Sunnybrook

Dr. Eliane Shore

Graduated: U of T, 2006

St. Michael's Hospital

l Dr. Mara Sobel

Graduated: U of Ottawa, 2007

U of T | Dept. Of Obstetrics And Gynaecology

DR. JIHAD ABOUALI B.Sc, MD, FRCSC

MICHAEL GARRON HOSPITAL / PUSH POUNDS SPORTS MEDICINE

Dr. Jihad Abouali is a leading Orthopaedic Surgeon specializing in minimally invasive sports medicine surgery and regenerative therapies. He earned his medical degree and completed his residency at McMaster University, followed by a fellowship in Sports Medicine and Arthroscopy at the University of Toronto. An Assistant Professor at the University of Toronto, he has presented award-winning ACL research internationally and has served as team surgeon for the Toronto FC and Toronto Argonauts.

What unique aspects to your practice have allowed you to treat your patients better?

My practice is built around combining advanced minimally invasive arthroscopic techniques with modern biological and regenerative therapies to optimize patient outcomes. By using keyhole surgery, I am able to reduce tissue damage, minimize pain, and accelerate recovery. My surgical philosophy emphasizes repairing damaged tissue, preserving natural joints, and delaying or avoiding joint replacement whenever possible. I routinely incorporate biological augmentation, including specialized grafts, to enhance healing and improve long-term results. In addition, I use regenerative medicine technologies such as platelet-rich plasma to support surgical recovery and, in many cases, help patients heal without surgery. I place strong emphasis on individualized treatment plans and patient education to ensure each patient understands their options and goals. Furthermore, by maintaining both private and public surgical practices, I am able to provide timelier access to care for patients who prioritize their health and function.

416-546-7373 • @torontosportsdoc www.torontosportsdoc.com info@torontosportsdoc.com

Dr. Lynn Sterling

Graduated: U of T, 2012

Humber River Health

Dr. Modupe Tunde-Byass

Graduated: U of Ibadan, 1987

Fairview Health Centre

Dr. Prema Vaidyanathan

Graduated: U of Calcutta, 1985

Anova Fertility

Dr. Mark Yudin

Graduated: U of T, 1995

St. Michael's Hospital

y Oncology

Dr. Eitan Amir

Graduated: Manchester Medical School, 2003

Princess Margaret Cancer Ctr.

Dr. Michael Raphael

Graduated: Queen's, 2012

Sunnybrook

Dr. Mateya Trinkaus

Graduated: U of T, 2004

Oak Valley Health

y Ophthalmology

Dr. Robert Adam

Graduated: U of T, 2005

Toronto Eye Specialists And Surgeons

Dr. Alan Berger

Graduated: McGill, 1983

St. Michael's Hospital

Toronto’S TOP DOCTORS 2026

Dr. Robert Devenyi

Graduated: U of T, 1983

Toronto Western Hospital

Dr. Fatimah Gilani

Graduated: Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland, 2011

Bochner Eye Institute

Dr. Alexander Kaplan

Graduated: McMaster, 2012

Toronto Western Hospital

Dr. Edward Margolin

Graduated: West Virginia Uni, 2001

Mount Sinai Hospital

Dr. Jonathan Micieli

Graduated: McGill, 2012

Toronto Eye Specialists and Surgeons

Dr. Milad Modabber

Graduated: McMaster, 2014

Herzig Eye Institute

l Dr. Allan Slomovic

Graduated: Memorial University of Newfoundland Faculty of Medicine, 1979

Toronto Western Hospital

Dr. Raymond Stein

Graduated: U of T, 1982

Bochner Eye Institute

Dr. Rebecca Stein

Graduated: Manchester Medical School, 2014 Bochner Eye Institute

Dr. Nancy Tucker

Graduated: Schulich School, Western, 1987 Bochner Eye Institute

Dr. Lawrence Weisbrod

Graduated: U of T, 1993

Michael Garron Hospital

y Optometry

Dr. Mike Rotholz

Graduated: New England College of Optometry, 1998 View Eye Care

Dr. Kerry Salsberg

Graduated: U of Waterloo, 1994 Eyes On Sheppard

y Orthopedic Surgery

Dr. Jihad Abouali

Graduated: McMaster, 2007 Push Pounds Sports Medicine

Dr. Justin Chang

Graduated: U of London, 2011 Humber River Health

Dr. Sagar Desai

Graduated: U of T, 2008

Humber River Health

Dr. Paul Marks

Graduated: U of T, 1986 Sunnybrook

Dr. Christopher Peskun

Graduated: U of T, 2005

North York General Hospital

Dr. Sebastian Rodriguez-Elizalde

Graduated: Schulich School, Western, 2004

CBI Health | Downsview

Orthopaedic and Arthritis Ctr.

Dr. Sarah Ward

Graduated: U of T, 2008

St. Michael's Hospital

l Dr. David Wasserstein

Graduated: U of T, 2007

Sunnybrook

y Otolaryngology Ear

Nose Throat

Dr. John De Almeida

Graduated: U of T, 2005

UHN | Princess Margaret Cancer Ctr.

Dr. Danny Enepekides

Graduated: McGill, 1994 Sunnybrook

Dr. Antoine Eskander

Graduated: U of T, 2010 Sunnybrook

Dr. David Goldstein

Graduated: U of T, 1998

UHN | Princess Margaret Cancer Ctr.

l Dr. Everton Gooden

Graduated: U of T, 1996

North York General Hospital

Dr. Kevin Higgins

Graduated: U of T, 1997

Sunnybrook

Dr. Brad Hubbard

Graduated: McMaster, 2008

Michael Garron Hospital

l Dr. Jonathan Irish

Graduated: U of T, 1984

Princess Margaret Cancer Ctr.

Dr. Thileeban Kandasamy

Graduated: Schulich School, Western, 2008

North York General Hospital

Dr. Vincent Lin

Graduated: Queen's, 2000

Sunnybrook

Dr. Manish Shah

Graduated: U of T, 2003

North York General Hospital

Dr. Tulika Shinghal

Graduated: Université de Montréal, 2009

Toronto Head and Neck Clinic

Dr. Rickul Varshney

Graduated: McGill, 2010

Unify Health

Toronto’S TOP DOCTORS 2026

DR. GURU KANDASAMY MD, DC, CCFP, Dip.Sport.Med.

INSTITUTE OF HUMAN MECHANICS, PHYSIOMED, UNIVERSITY OF TORONTO

Dr. Guru Kandasamy is a globally recognized Sports Medicine Specialist, acclaimed for his integrative approach to healthcare. With expertise in Medicine, Acupuncture, Chiropractic, & Kinesiology, he completed his medical training at Michigan State University & earned the CASEM Diploma in Sports Medicine. As a respected lecturer at the University of Toronto & board-certified in Canada & the U.S., he treats elite athletes in the Olympics, NHL, MLB, & CFL.

What major changes/technological advances, have you seen in Sports Medicine?

Throughout my career, I have witnessed revolutionary breakthroughs in musculoskeletal medicine that are transforming how our bodies heal. Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP) injections harness the body’s natural growth factors to accelerate soft tissue repair, while Hyaluronate gel injections provide a non-surgical solution for joint pain & chronic injuries. Advanced imaging technologies, including high-definition ultrasound & MRI, enable precise injury assessments, leading to highly personalized treatment plans. Ultrasound-guided injections ensure exceptional accuracy while accelerating recovery & enabling a swift return to sports. In my practice, I am dedicated to seamlessly integrating these innovative techniques with a strong evidence-based approach, ensuring the highest standard of care. Whether treating professional athletes or individuals managing chronic pain, my goal is to empower my patients to restore an active lifestyle—safely, confidently, & efficiently.

199 Avenue Rd., Toronto 416-620-6861 • @guruthedoc instituteofhumanmechanics.com

Dr. Jeffrey Werger

Graduated: U of T, 1991

Oak Valley Health

y Pain Management

l Dr. Andrea Furlan

Graduated: University of Sao Paulo, 1992

Toronto General Hospital

Dr. John Hanlon

Graduated: U of T, 2005

St. Michael's Hospital

Dr. Nicole Khetani

Graduated: St. George's Uni, 2011

Interventional Pain and Spine

Specialists of Canada

Dr. Jared McCallum

Graduated: Saba Uni, 2017

Interventional Pain and Spine Specialists of Canada

Dr. Howard Meng

Graduated: U of T, 2014

Sunnybrook

Dr. Ali Mirdamadi

Graduated: St. George's Uni, 2012

Interventional Pain and Spine Specialists of Canada

Dr. David Mula

Graduated: Schulich School, Western, 2004

North York Medical Group

Dr. Sari Herman

Toronto’S TOP DOCTORS 2026

Graduated: Schulich School, Western, 2004

Toronto Poly Clinic

Dr. Zameer Pirani

Graduated: U of Ireland, 2011

Afiya Spine & Pain Clinic

Dr. David Snyder

Graduated: Sackler Sch. of Medicine, Tel Aviv Uni, 2018

Interventional Pain and Spine

Specialists of Canada

Dr. Imrat Sohanpal

Graduated: U of Liverpool, 2001

Interventional Pain and Spine

Specialists of Canada

l Dr. David Sussman

Graduated: U of T, 2011

St. Michael's Hospital

Dr. Israel Weiss

Graduated: McGill, 2003

Humber River Health

Dr. Andrea Wong

Graduated: St. George's Uni, 2011

Interventional Pain and Spine

Specialists of Canada

Dr. Han Zhang

Graduated: U of Saskatchewan, 2011

Interventional Pain and Spine

Specialists of Canada

y Pathology

Dr. Pauline Henry

Graduated: U of T, 2005

Michael Garron Hospital

y Pediatric Allergy Immunology

Dr. Zainab Abdurrahman

Graduated: U of T, 2007

Ontario Medical Association

Dr. Elana Lavine

Graduated: U of T, 2002

Humber River Health

y Pediatric Cardiology

l Dr. Roland Beaulieu

Graduated: U of Alberta, 1978

North York General Hospital

y Pediatric Dermatology

Dr. Marissa Joseph

Graduated: Dalhousie Uni, 2004

The Hospital for Sick Children

Dr. Elena Pope

Graduated: Institute Medicine, Pharmacy, Bucharest, 1990

The Hospital For Sick Children

l Dr. Miriam Weinstein

Graduated: Queen's, 1996

The Hospital For Sick Children

y Pediatric Gastroenterology

Dr. Susan Kovacs

Graduated: McGill, 1989

North York General Hospital

y Pediatric Otolaryngology Ent

Dr. Sharon Cushing

Graduated: U of T, 2003

The Hospital For Sick Children

Dr. Evan Propst

Graduated: U of T, 2002

The Hospital For Sick Children

Dr. Nikolaus Wolter

Graduated: U of T, 2009

The Hospital For Sick Children

y Pediatric Surgery

Dr. Georges Azzie

Graduated: U of T, 1986 U of T | Dept. Of Surgery

Dr. Priscilla Chiu

Graduated: Queen's, 1991

The Hospital For Sick Children

y Pediatrics General

Dr. Nessa Bayer

Graduated: U of T, 1999

Midtown Pediatrics

Dr. Eyal Cohen

Graduated: U of T, 2000

The Hospital For Sick Children

| Cohen Lab

l Dr. Sheila Jacobson

Graduated: U of Witwatersrand,

1983

Clairhurst Pediatrics

Dr. Ronik Kanani

Graduated: U of Calgary, 2001

North York General Hospital

Dr. Giuseppe Latino

Graduated: U of T, 2013

North York General Hospital

Dr. Sanjay Mehta

Graduated: U of Calgary, 1997

Kindercare Pediatrics

Dr. Niraj Mistry

Graduated: U of T, 2007

The Hospital for Sick Children

Dr. Michael Peer

Graduated: Schulich School, Western, 1990

Clairhurst Pediatrics

Dr. Evelyn Rosenblyum

Graduated: McMaster, 2009

The Hospital For Sick Children

Dr. Deborah Schonfeld

Graduated: McGill, 2007

The Hospital for Sick Children

Dr. Julia Sharp

Graduated: U of T, 2011

North York General Hospital

Dr. Alia Sunderji

Graduated: U of T, 2014

Hospital For Sick Children

DR. MAGDY ELKHASHAB M.D., M.Sc., FRCPC

TORONTO LIVER CENTRE

Dr. Elkhashab graduated from Cairo University. He trained in Internal Medicine, Gastroenterology, and Hepatology at the University of Toronto, with a Master's in Immunology. He specializes in complex liver diseases including viral hepatitis and MASLD/MASH. Currently he is the Director of the Toronto Liver Centre, an active staff physician at NYGH and UofT Lecturer. Dr. Elkhashab founded the GTA-wide FibroScan Program and has led over 80 clinical research studies.

What is your proudest accomplishment as a physician?

One of my proudest accomplishments as a physician has been building a model of care that truly puts patients first - combining personalized attention, up-to-date medical knowledge and accessible technology within a compassionate team environment. High-quality care is never the work of one person, and I am proud of the team we have built at the Toronto Liver Centre.

Medicine, including gastroenterology and especially liver disease, evolves rapidly. I have always believed that patients deserve care that reflects the most current evidence and advances in the field. That commitment has guided our integration of non-invasive technologies such as FibroScan® and most recently Spleen Stiffness measurement into our routine practice. Making advanced technology and procedures available in a community-based setting has been particularly meaningful to me, because it bridges the gap between innovation and everyday patient care.

Dr. Carolyn Taylor

Graduated: U of T, 1999

Clairhurst Pediatrics

Dr. Kim Zhou

Graduated: McMaster, 2011

North York General Hospital

y Physical Medicine + Rehabilitation

Dr. Farooq Ismail

Graduated: Schulich School, Western, 1999 West Park Healthcare Ctr.

y Plastic And Reconstructive Surgery

Dr. Oleh Antonyshyn

Graduated: U of T, 1980 Sunnybrook

Dr. Robert Backstein

Graduated: U of T, 1994

The Centre For Minor Surgery

l Dr. Trevor Born

Graduated: McMaster, 1990

TMB Cosmetic Surgery

Dr. Mitchell Brown

Graduated: Schulich School, Western, 1988

Toronto Plastic Surgery

Dr. Derek Ford

Graduated: Schulich School, Western, 1998

Ford Plastic Surgery

Toronto’S TOP DOCTORS 2026

Dr. Alexander Golger

Graduated: McMaster, 2003

Humber River Health

Dr. Steven Hanna

Graduated: Queen's, 2017

Ford Plastic Surgery

Dr. Waqqas Jalil

Graduated: U of Saskatchewan, 2011

Form Face + Body

Dr. Kunaal Jindal

Graduated: U of Manitoba, 2008

Studio Plastic Surgery

Dr. Mary-Helen Mahoney

Graduated: Schulich School, Western, 2006

Dr. Mahoney Plastic Surgery

Dr. Asif Pirani

Graduated: U of T, 2006

Toronto Plastic Surgery Ctr.

Dr. Ron Somogyi

Graduated: U of T, 2008

Form Face + Body

Dr. Laura Tate

Graduated: U of T, 1983 Unify Health

Dr. Tara Teshima

Graduated: U of Alberta, 2008

Teshima Plastic Surgery

Dr. Roberto Tutino

Graduated: McMaster, 2008 Toronto Gynecomastia Ctr.

Dr. Miliana Vojvodic

Graduated: U of T, 2014 Humber River Health

Dr. Michael Weinberg

Graduated: U of T, 1990 The Mississauga Cosmetic Surgery & Laser Clinic

y

Psychiatry

Dr. Crystal Baluyut

Graduated: U of T, 2002 CAMH

Dr. Carole Cohen

Graduated: McGill, 1982 Sunnybrook

Dr. Cedric Gabilondo

Graduated: Queen's, 2011 NAZCA Health

Dr. Peter Giacobbe

Graduated: Schulich School, Western, 2001 Sunnybrook

Dr. Herbert Lachmann

Graduated: UBC, 1996 Mount Sinai Hospital

Dr. Robert McMaster

Graduated: Schulich School, Western, 2007 Centre For Addiction & Mental Health

y Pulmonology

Dr. Allen Greenwald

Graduated: Queen's, 2011

Oak Valley Health

Dr. David Hall

Graduated: U of T, 2000

St. Michael's Hospital

l Dr. Marcus Kargel

Graduated: U of T, 1999

Michael Garron Hospital

Dr. Kieran McIntyre

Graduated: Schulich School,

Western, 2003

St. Michael's Hospital

Dr. Shane Shapera

Graduated: U of T, 2003

Princess Margaret Cancer Ctr.

Dr. Andrei Vagaon

Graduated: Queen's, 2013

Michael Garron Hospital

Dr. Christopher Walsh

Graduated: UBC, 2008

Michael Garron Hospital

y Radiation Oncology

Dr. Rachel Glicksman

Graduated: Queen's, 2015

U of T | Dept. Of Radiation Oncology

Dr. Andrew Loblaw

Graduated: Queen's, 1995 Sunnybrook

Dr. Arjun Sahgal

Graduated: U of Ottawa, 2001 Sunnybrook

Dr. Padraig Warde

Graduated: U of Dublin, 1977

Princess Margaret Cancer Ctr.

y Radiology

Dr. Kalesha Hack

Graduated: Schulich School, Western, 2004 Sunnybrook

y Reproductive Endocrinology + INFERTILITY

Dr. Kimberley Garbedian

Graduated: U of Calgary, 2005 Pollin Fertility

Dr. Kaajal Abrol

Graduated: McMaster, 2005 TRIO Fertility

Dr. Rebecca Arthur

Graduated: McMaster, 2002

CCRM Fertility Clinic Toronto

Dr. Vanessa Bacal

Graduated: McGill, 2013

Mount Sinai Fertility

Dr. Ari Baratz

Graduated: Schulich School, Western, 2001

CReATe Fertility Ctr.

Dr. Ken Cadesky

Graduated: U of T, 1978

TRIO Fertility

Toronto’S TOP DOCTORS 2026

Dr. Michael Kreidstein

Cosmetic and Reconstructive Plastic Surgery

300 York Mills Road, Suite 211, North York 416-391-4452 • www.drkreidstein.com

DR. CHRISTOPHER HONG MD, FRCSC

HUMBER RIVER HOSPITAL / SCHROEDER AMBULATORY CENTRE

Dr. Hong is one of Toronto’s leading facial plastic and reconstructive surgeons and has performed over 5,000 aesthetic surgical procedures to date. He's been chosen as a top cosmetic surgeon for two consecutive years and is known for his expertise in deep plane facelift and neck lift surgery as well as rhinoplasty and blepharoplasty. He is a faculty member at U of T and combines advanced surgical skill with a meticulous, patient-centred approach to deliver safe, natural-looking, and consistently excellent results.

What is your most recent accomplishment?

My most recent accomplishment is the successful launch of RapidAccessMinorSurgery.com, the first of its kind self-referral service for minor surgical care across the Greater Toronto Area. This innovative platform was created to address long wait times and barriers within the traditional referral system. It enables patients to book outpatient surgical treatment directly, without requiring a physician referral, for common conditions such as cysts, lipomas, moles, and certain skin cancers.

By streamlining access to care, my goal is to help reduce delays in diagnosis and treatment, allowing patients to receive timely, efficient, and high-quality surgical services. The initiative reflects my commitment to improving healthcare accessibility, enhancing patient autonomy, and delivering patient-centred solutions within the community.

For more info, please visit: rapidaccessminorsurgery.com

Congratulations to Dr. Dean Elterman on being selected as one of Toronto’s Top Doctors 2026

Dr. Dean Elterman is one of Canada's leading experts in BPH (prostate enlargement), having authored international guidelines and nearly 300 scientific papers. As an experienced, high- volume surgeon, he has pioneered many new minimally invasive treatments for BPH.

Dean Elterman, MD, MSc, FRCSC

Lang Family Chair in Urologic Innovation

Associate Professor, Department of Surgery | University of Toronto Urologic Surgeon, Division of Urology | University Health Network

Fellowship Director, Functional Urology | Toronto Western Hospital

The UIC Difference

As one of the most experienced urology teams in Canada, we specialize in cutting-edge prostate cancer and BPH treatments that preserve quality of life.

“We are grateful to once again be recognized as one of Toronto’s best Cosmetic Surgeons!”

- Dr. Michael Kreidstein, MD, MSC, FRCS(C)

We offer all treatments for BPH including Rezum, Optilume BPH, iTIND, UroLift, and Aquablation.

Email Dr. Elterman at Urology.Elterman@uhn.ca or visit www.urologyinnovationscanada.com to learn more

Dr. Robert Casper

Graduated: U of California (San Diego), 1973

TRIO Fertility

Dr. Marjorie Dixon

Graduated: McGill, 1997

Anova Fertility

l Dr. Ellen Greenblatt

Graduated: McGill, 1982

Mount Sinai Fertility

Dr. David Gurau

Graduated: Schulich School, Western, 2011

The Circumcision Clinic

Dr. Harmony Ho

Graduated: U of Calgary, 2005

Anova Fertility

Dr. Claire Jones

Graduated: Schulich School, Western, 2007

Mount Sinai Hospital

l Dr. Kimberly Liu

Graduated: Schulich School, Western, 2001

Mount Sinai Fertility

Dr. Jennia Michaeli

Graduated: Hadassah Medical School, 2014

Mount Sinai Fertility

Dr. Nigel Pereira

Graduated: Weill Cornell

Toronto’S TOP DOCTORS 2026

Medical College in Qatar, 2010

Mount Sinai Hospital

Dr. Ruth Ronn

Graduated: McGill, 2009

Twig Fertility

Dr. Miguel Russo

Graduated: McMaster, 2012

Mount Sinai Hospital

Dr. Heather Shapiro

Graduated: McMaster, 1983

Mount Sinai Hospital

Dr. Prati Sharma

Graduated: Univ of Med & Dentistry of New Jersey, 2001

CReATe Fertility Ctr.

y Rheumatology

Dr. Lori Albert

Graduated: U of T, 1988

Toronto Western Hospital

Dr. Dafna Gladman

Graduated: U of T, 1971

Krembil Research Institute

Dr. Bindee Kuriya

Graduated: U of T, 2003

Mount Sinai Hospital

Dr. Alexandra Saltman

Graduated: U of T, 2012

Mount Sinai Hospital

Dr. Amanda Steiman

Graduated: Schulich School,

Western, 2006

Mount Sinai Hospital

y Sleep Medicine

l Dr. Reshma Amin

Graduated: U of T, 2002

The Hospital For Sick Children

Dr. Douglas Bain

Graduated: Schulich School, Western, 1988

Michael Garron Hospital

Dr. Roain Bayat

Graduated: Université de Montréal, 2009

York Region Sleep Disorders Ctr.

Dr. Anu Tandon

Graduated: U of T, 2001

Sunnybrook

y Spine Surgery

Dr. Jeremie Larouche

Graduated: Northern Ontario School of Medicine, 2009 Sunnybrook

Dr. Stephen Lewis

Graduated: McGill, 1990 Toronto Western Hospital

Dr. Farhad Pirouzmand

Graduated: Tehran University, 1990 Sunnybrook

Dr. Raja Rampersaud

Graduated: Schulich School,

Western, 1992

Toronto Western Hospital

Dr. Christopher Witiw

Graduated: U of Manitoba, 2012

St. Michael's Hospital

y Sports Medicine

Dr. Jeff Bacher

Graduated: McMaster, 2011

The Institute of Human Mechanics

Dr. Michael Clarfield

Graduated: U of T, 1980

Cleveland Clinic Canada

Dr. Anthony Galea

Graduated: McMaster, 1986

The Institute of Human Mechanics

Dr. Guru Kandasamy

Graduated: American Uni of Integrative Sciences, 2017

The Institute Of Human Mechanic

Dr. David Lawrence

Graduated: U of T, 2013

Mount Sinai Hospital

Dr. Timothy Rindlisbacher

Graduated: U of T, 1992

The Clinic Health Group INC

Dr. Ira Smith

Graduated: U of T, 1998

Cleveland Clinic Canada

Dr. Jacqueline Stoller

Graduated: McMaster, 2010

Athlete's Care Sports Medicine Centres

y Surgical Oncology

Dr. Savtaj Brar

Graduated: Schulich School, Western, 2004

Mount Sinai Hospital

Dr. Ahmed Chadi

Graduated: U of T, 2009

Toronto General Hospital

Dr. Tyler Chesney

Graduated: McMaster, 2013

St. Michael's Hospital

Dr. Tulin Cil

Graduated: Schulich School, Western, 2000

Princess Margaret Cancer Ctr.

Dr. Andrea Covelli

Graduated: Schulich School, Western, 2007

Mount Sinai Hospital

Dr. Usmaan Hameed

Graduated: UBC, 2008

Nor th York General Hospital

Toronto’S TOP DOCTORS 2026

Sussman Allergy Clinic

Treating children and adults for

• Food, Environmental, and stinging insect allergies

• Contact Dermatitis

• Urticaria and Angioedema

• Penicillin Allergy

Our clinic provides:

• Urticaria and Angioedema Centre of Excellence

• Asthma

• Atopic Dermatitis

• Anaphylaxis

• Eosinophilic Esophagitis

• Sinusitis

• Immunodeficiency

• Patch tests for allergy contact dermatitis

• Oral provocation challenges (ie foods)

• New allergy treatments

• Allergy Immunotherapy including

- Subcutaneous immunotherapy allergy shots

• On-site patient-specific allergy immunotherapy formulation

• On-site biologic administration clinic

• Allergy testing includes prick and intradermal testing

All new patients require referrals from an Ontario physician or nurse practitioner via FAX and will include in-office consultation.

Current Wait times: Elective <1 month Urgent 1-2 weeks

Dr. Gordon Sussman MD. FRCPC, FACP, FAAAAI, FACAAI

Dr. Wendy Gould MD, FACAAI • Dr. Baruch Jakubovic MD, FRCPC Dr. Peter Vardas, MD, PhD

240 Duncan Mills Rd – Ste 703, North York, M3B 3S6 Phone: (416) 944-8333 • FAX: (416) 944-1582 www.sussmanresearch.com

Medical & Cosmetic Dermatology Since 2001

Paul Cohen MD, FRCP(C), DABD

Jonathan Levy MD, FRCP(C), DABD

Poonam Rajan MD, FRCP(C), DABD

Niko MacLellan MD, FRCP(C), DABD

Adam Handler MD, CCFP, PGDIP

Richard Backstein BSC, MD, FRCSC (PLASTICS)

Dr. Paul Karanicolas

Graduated: Schulich School, Western, 2003

Sunnybrook

l Dr. Ian McGilvray

Graduated: McGill, 1993

Princess Margaret Cancer Ctr.

Dr. Adena Scheer

Graduated: U of T, 2006

St. Michael's Hospital

l Dr. Peter Stotland

Graduated: U of T, 2002

North York General Hospital

Dr. Sara Temple

Graduated: U of T, 2008

North York General Hospital

l Dr. Frances Wright

Graduated: U of T, 1996

Sunnybrook

y Urology

Dr. Dean Elterman

Toronto’S TOP DOCTORS 2026

Graduated: U of T, 2006

University Health Network

Dr. Luke Fazio

Graduated: McGill, 1999

Humber River Health

Dr. Andrew Feifer

Graduated: McGill, 2004

Feifer Urology

l Dr. Tony Finelli

Graduated: U of T, 1996

Toronto General Hospital

Dr. Ryan Fitzpatrick

Graduated: Queen's, 2014

Twig Fertility Midtown

TOP DOCTORS: METHODOLOGY

- To create the list, Post City contracted DataJoe Research to facilitate an online peer-voting process and Internet research process. DataJoe Research is a software and research company specializing in data collection and verification, and conducts various nominations across North America on behalf of publishers.

To create the list, we paired DataJoe Research’s online peer-voting process with an Internet research process to identify success characteristics. DataJoe checked and confirmed that each published winner had, at time of review, a current, active licence status with the appropriate provincial regulatory board. If we were not able to find evidence of

Dr. Ryan Groll

Graduated: U of T, 2002

Michael Garron Hospital

l Dr. Robert Hamilton

Graduated: U of T, 1978

Toronto General Hospital

Dr. Keith Jarvi

Graduated: U of Ottawa, 1982

Mount Sinai Hospital

Dr. Yonah Krakowsky

Graduated: U of T, 2011

Mount Sinai Hospital

Dr. Justin Kwong

Graduated: McMaster, 2014

Oak Valley Health

l Dr. Jason Lee

Graduated: U of T, 2004

Toronto General Hospital

a doctor's current, active registration, that doctor was excluded from the list. In addition, we checked available public sources to identify doctors disciplined for an infraction by the province. These entities were excluded from the list.

Finally, DataJoe presented the tallied result to the magazine for its final review and adjustments. We recognize that there are many good doctors who are not shown in this representative list. This is only a sampling of the huge array of talented professionals within the region. Inclusion in the list is based on the opinions of responding doctors in the region. We take time and energy to ensure fair voting, although we understand that the results of this survey nomination and Internet research

Dr. Mark Noss

Graduated: U of T, 1992

Unify Health

Dr. Rajiv Singal

Graduated: U of T, 1990

Michael Garron Hospital

Dr. Chris Wallis

Graduated: UBC, 2011

Mount Sinai Hospital

y Vascular Surgery

l Dr. Andrew Dueck

Graduated: Queen's, 1999

Sunnybrook

Dr. Kerry Graybiel

Graduated: McMaster, 2008

Humber River Health

campaign are not an objective metric. We certainly do not discount the fact that many good and effective doctors may not appear on the list.

Disclaimers: DataJoe uses best practices and exercises great care in assembling content for this list. DataJoe does not warrant that the data contained within the list are complete or accurate. DataJoe does not assume, and hereby disclaims, any liability to any person for any loss or damage caused by errors or omissions herein whether such errors or omissions result from negligence, accident, or any other cause. All rights reserved. No commercial use of the information in this list may be made without written permission from DataJoe.

Dr. Ahmed Kayssi

Graduated: Queen's, 2009 Sunnybrook

Dr. Thomas Lindsay

Graduated: McGill, 1983

Peter Munk Cardiac Ctr.

Dr. Giuseppe Papia

Graduated: U of Ottawa, 1999 Sunnybrook

Dr. Graham Roche-Nagle

Graduated: Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland School of Medicine, 1998

Peter Munk Cardiac Centre

Dr. Mark Wheatcroft

Graduated: University of Edinburgh 1999

St. Michael's Hospital

Although this issue is dedicated to the city’s top doctors, we realize that nurses are the backbone of the Canadian medical system. In recognition of Toronto’s incredibly dedicated nurses we have made a donation to the following charities. Canadian Nurses Foundation www.cnf-fiic.ca

VON (Victorian Order of Nurses) www.von.ca/en

LOOKING BACK

Before you go... Give us 10 perfect reps — slow on the way down, strong on the way up

North America’s oldest gym, a T.O. landmark, still wants to ... pump you up

As the March thaw hits and “get fit for spring” resolutions kick in, we’re taking a look back at the gyms that made Toronto sweat first. Long before boutique studios and neonlit chains, Oliphant’s Gym (1913) was the place to lift serious iron. It welcomed everyone — from kids looking to bulk up and find confidence to Maple Leaf legends like Tim Horton. Owner Buster Oliphant was a true original: he trained women back in the scandalous ’30s and didn’t hesitate to kick out anyone who didn’t respect the other lifters. Sully’s Boxing Gym started in the 1950s and quickly became the heart of Toronto

boxing. In 1966, Muhammad Ali was here, training for his legendary fight against George Chuvalo at Maple Leaf Gardens — a moment still remembered by anyone who loves a good Toronto sports story. By the 1970s, gyms got a little flashier. Mayfair Clubs on Chesswood Drive brought the city the full-on “Let’s Get Physical” energy — think Jane Fonda aerobics and Toronto’s own 20 Minute Workout TV show — plus tennis, a pool and all the classic club perks. From century-old iron to knockout punches, we salute the spots that started it all. Here’s to sweating like it’s 1913.

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