The Power Plant That Refused to Die: The Story of the Hearn
Every city has its ghosts — structures that refuse to leave, that linger like unsent letters from another era. In Toronto, one such ghost still stands, silent but unyielding: the Hearn Generating Station. Opened in 1951, Hearn was once a giant — one of the powerhouses that kept half of Toronto alive with electricity. Fueled […]
Toronto’s Wildest Homes: From 7 Feet Wide to 50,000 Square Feet
When Cherie Mercado-Santos set out to explore Toronto’s quirkiest and most iconic homes, she found herself standing in front of two extremes—a house so small it once went viral on Ellen, and another so massive it contains its own concert hall. Her first stop: Toronto’s smallest house. Built in 1912 by Arthur Weeden on a plot […]
The Hunt for the Perfect Oasis Shirt: Anjo’s Vintage T-Shirt Adventure in Toronto
With Oasis making their way to Toronto, Anjo had one thing on his mind: find the perfect band shirt before the concert. Not just any shirt, but something that screams fan energy, nostalgia, and maybe even a little bit of 90s attitude. Instead of ordering online, Anjo hit the streets to explore three iconic Toronto spots where local shops […]
Filbert Shoots on Film: A Beginner’s Dive into the World of Analog Photography
Filbert has always loved photography. But lately, he’s taken that love to the next level—by going backward. That’s right, he’s trading pixels for prints and diving into the nostalgic world of 35mm film photography. It all started with a few old cameras: a Konica C35 rangefinder from the 1970s, a Canon AF35M, and a special piece […]
I Am Canadian. And I Am Filipino.
In this spoken word piece from Anjology, Anjo delivers a proud, poetic declaration of identity—one that stands firmly in two worlds. He isn’t a lumberjack, doesn’t own a dogsled, and still doesn’t know how to skate. But he can brave a snowstorm, wait eight hours in the ER, and say “po” when ordering a double double. […]
A Day as a Tourist in Your Own City: Drei Tries the Sightseeing Bus in Downtown Toronto
Drei, a local who usually drives around the city, decided to ditch the car, skip the subway, and spend a carefree day seeing Toronto through a new lens—aboard the iconic hop-on, hop-off sightseeing bus. And for someone who hasn’t commuted solo in years, it turned into a refreshing adventure. Starting her day at Sankofa Square, formerly known […]
Inflation Hack: Anjo Tries T&T’s $15 Viral Crispy Chicken
With rising food prices, finding a meal that’s both satisfying and budget-friendly feels like winning the jackpot. In this FTV Vlog episode, Anjo explores just that—stumbling upon what he calls an “inflation hack” at T&T Supermarket: a whole crispy chicken for just $15. For context, similar meals at fast food chains like KFC or Popeyes easily reach $20–25 […]
Kaninong Boses ang Naririnig Mo?
Anjology | by Anjo A few weeks ago, Bell made an announcement. They had a “technical update.” That update blacked out the internet across Ontario, Quebec, and the entire Atlantic region. Two hours. No signal. They said it was a glitch. But how many times have we forgiven them for outages like this? I came […]
CRISPY, JUICY, UNHINGED: My Obsession with Mom’s Pan-Fried Buns in Toronto’s Chinatown
By Anne Wong Look, there’s this sizzle I can’t get outta my head. It’s like the soundtrack to my cravings. I’m talking about that glorious, golden crackle from Mom’s Pan Fried Bun on Spadina. The place is tiny, but honestly, it’s where dough gets a PhD in delicious. Every bite? Like being bear-hugged by your […]
Dionela Has Landed in Canada—Don’t Miss This
By RanzelSinger-Songwriter, Call In Sick I’ve never seen Dionela live. But today, that changes. As a Filipino singer-songwriter based in Toronto, I’ve been to countless concerts—but rarely do I get to witness an artist who feels this close to home. Dionela isn’t just performing. He’s redefining modern OPM—and thanks to Tala Entertainment, he’s bringing it here to Canada. I […]
