City Life

Photos by Brent Perniac, Donna Waxman and Jason Church Click on an image for full-sized gallery Members of the Bishop Ryan Jr. Xpression vocal group, directed by Mary Tabone, perform at the Catholic Youth Organization 40th gala, Carmen's Banquet Centre, Feb. 27.

Hamilton heritage developer Core Urban Inc. is about to begin redevelopment of historic buildings into a boutique hotel, residential rentals, offices, and hospitality spaces. Hamilton heritage developer Core Urban Inc. has been eyeing the historic Coppley Building on York Boulevard for more than a decade but the timing…

This regular feature highlights people from all walks of life who have embraced Hamilton as their new home. LOHIFA POGOSON ACKER is a consultant, business owner, hair artist, and speaker dedicated to community empowerment. Born in Lagos, Nigeria and raised on three continents, she is known for her…

Lisa Stroud knew from a young age that though born a boy, she was truly a girl. She lived a double life while working in a male-dominated factory and raising a son. But she's now fully embraced her true self. LISA STROUD was born in west Hamilton…

Our city featured prominently in the Departure music and art festival in Toronto, with the Canadian celebrity chef announced as a food partner in the transformed downtown arena, and panel discussing Hamilton as key to next global music hub. Celebrity chef Matty Matheson is a big fan…

New club in Burlington is helping to satisfy the demand for a wildly popular sport. Pickleball has been exploding in growth across Canada, and is nearing 1.5 million players, according to Pickleball Canada. Women, in particular, have been flocking to the sport, with a recent increase of 50…