Living

Survivors have always faced sisyphean hurdles to escape abusers. Soaring rents, housing crisis and inflation are making it harder.

In the 15 years I’ve been coming out, rarely have I had to disclose my identity again and again to the same person. That all changed after my grandmother was diagnosed with dementia.

Being true to ourselves meant radically changing our lives.

As I prepare to say goodbye to one beloved dog, a new puppy offers resilience and hope for a fresh start.

After nearly four decades in politics and two runs for mayor, the 66-year-old is now leading a city in dire need of help. Her approach? A stubborn yet earnest optimism and a zeal for working with Torontonians.