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We continue our series of “buy local” gift ideas in Ossington Village with locally designed and made bow ties. Where to get it: Philip Sparks, 63 Ossington Ave. The gift: The bow tie Price range: starting at $80 Who would like it: Men who like bow ties, and men who want to look dapper. Fans of Philip Sparks and supporters of local Toronto fashion. 
There may be some renovations required before they open. We’ll keep you posted, and if you know anything, pass it along.
The latest edition to our Ossington Village “buy local” gift guide is a very durable backpack.
Where to get it: Jonathan & Olivia, 49 Ossington Ave. Price range: starting at $65 Who would like it: City dwellers who transport their belongings around town. People with laptops who want a sporty and durable bag. We continue our series of “buy local” gift ideas in Ossington Village with a t-shirt involving a local business that helps charity. The gift: This Shirt. Proceeds from sales of this shirt goes to The Pinball Clemons Foundation to meet the goal of building schools in Africa through Free the Children’s Adopt a Village Program.
Where to get it: Although local business Academy of Lions helped facilitate the creation, you can only get the shirt at Roots.com or select Roots retail outlets. Because it is for such a good cause, we still recommend it. Price range: $29.95 Who would like it: Philanthropists and people who wear t-shirts. We continue our ”buy local” gift guide for Ossington Village with an item that reflects the heritage of many in our neighborhood.
Where to get it: Papelaria Portugal, 200 Ossington Ave. This store, just south of Dundas Street West, is one of the best stocked local spots for all things Portuguese. Price range: $30-$50 Who would like it: A footie fan, a Team Portugal loyalist, or someone who just wants to fit in at the local bakery, sports bar or street festival.
This month, we’re showcasing holiday gifts for sale at local businesses in Ossington Village. So read our guide and hit the shops to find the best possible item for your friends and family (and maybe even yourself). The gift: 5-class yoga pass Where to get it: Yogaspace, 148 Ossington Ave. Price range: $75 + tax Who would like it: Yoga regulars or people who would like to give it a try. There are a lot of benefits to yoga practice, including improved alignment and circulation, and stress-relief. Yogaspace offers a full range of drop-in classes for all levels, as well as prenatal yoga for moms to be. Yogaspace offers gift cards in various denominations. With the surge in “buy local” movements in North America this year, you may feel an urge to get your holiday gifts in Ossington Village. We can help! All month we’re showcasing gifts you can buy from local businesses. So read our guide and hit the shops to find the best possible item for your friends and family (and maybe even yourself).
Where to get it: I Miss You Vintage, 63 Ossington Ave. The gift: A warm and fashionable hat. With fashionista labels like Missoni, and luxe fabrics like mink, I Miss You offers a wide range of styles and colors to choose from. The common characteristic will be looking good! Price range: $20 for many, $85 for a gorgeous mink, and $100 for the striped Missoni. Who would like it: Any female who needs to live through a Canadian winter, and wants to look good while staying warm.
Academy of Lions, a local fitness club, is relocating from their spot on Dundas West which is going to become condo residences built by stylish local builder RAW Design.
We know there are a lot of pet owners in this neighborhood, and it seems like a needed addition to the Dundas strip.
Badlands will be open tomorrow if you want to make some final purchases and say goodbye to Badlands Vintage. |
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Word on Ossington is that a new tenant is coming soon to 132 Ossington, formerly home of Virgina Johnson, which 
