“Pura Vida” said our guide, as we arrived in San Jose, Costa Rica, which literally translated, means “pure life”. This describes the mandate of this eco-conscious country and the joy its inhabitants take in living in a land which is 46% forested; it is generally used as an answer to “How are you?”, or just as a hello. They say… View Post
Directed by Sam Mendes Starring Daniel Craig, Léa Seydoux, Christophe Waltz and Monica Bellucci Rating: 3.5 /5 There is a certain cloud over Spectre the latest in the franchise and that’s comparison. Skyfall was visceral and thrilling in a theme park ride kind of way and Quantum of Solace, ditto, with a wider ranging story and greater emotional heft. Spectre is… View Post
If you are just starting off online or if you are someone who wants to learn some tricks on how to boost your online presence, we have good news for you. From people who require serious hand holding with the fast paced internet applications and social networks to small business owners, individuals and students who want to learn how and… View Post
Jesse Wente on the Restoration of Canada’s First Horror and First 3D Film – The Mask Is Back to Haunt Us. There was only one print of Julian Roffman’s influential 1961 3D horror film The Mask left in Canada in 2011 and it was deteriorating. Thanks to the passion of Jesse Wente, Director of Film Programmes at Toronto’s TIFF Bell… View Post
One of the engaging list of guests at our LIVE broadcast from the Toronto Wealth Makers Event at the Toronto Airport Sheraton Hotel was a true success story from South Africa. Hema Vallabh talked about her journey from chemical engineer, to the Founder and CEO of The Passionate Professional. She truly wowed us with her frank discussion and passion for… View Post
Deepa Mehta’s brilliantly coloured, spirited and often funny story of Sikh gangsters in Vancouver is a fascinating mix of crime, fashion, community ties and killing sprees. It’s all new territory for Mehta as she follows the Beeba Boys, or “good” boys, stylish young men dealing in arms and drugs who are, at home, traditional sons who dote on their mothers. … View Post