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“Susan,” a Canadian bride-to-be, posted a lengthy rant to Facebook explaining why her lavish wedding was cancelled just four days before the event was meant to take place. While the veracity of the post is difficult to determine (it was cross-posted in a Facebook wedding shaming group but her last name was hidden), the details are so outlandish that it could very well be a case of truth being stranger than fiction. Especially when you consider the reason she cited for calling off her wedding was that her guests refused to pay her $1,500 to attend. “I specifically, I mean specifically asked for cash gifts. How could we have our wedding that we dreamed of without proper funding?” she wrote in the since-deleted post. “We’d sacrificed so much and only asked each guest for around $1,500. We talked to a few people who even promised us more to make our dream come true.” Susan, who is now known as “ Canadian Susan ” on social media, went on to describe her relationship with her fiance,...

The top things to do by the lake this winter in Toronto will have you heading to the beach in sub-zero temperatures. While tanning and swimsuit-clad volleyball are pretty much out of the question, the waterfront still has a lot to offer during the coldest months of the year, with everything from DJ Skate Nights to art installations. Here's a round-up of things to do by the lake in Toronto this winter. Winter Stations If you spent October 1st fawning over outdoor exhibitions at Nuit Blanche, Winter Stations will be right up your alley. The competition will turn up to 13 life guard stations in the Beaches into works of art from February 13 until March 20. If you want a taste of what's to come, check out the installations from last year in our gallery. DJ Skate Nights While the city has no shortage of ice rinks, not all are party-ready. On December 19th the Harbourfront Centre will bring back its DJ Skate Night series, inviting everyone to sharpen their sk...

Working through the summer can be great – sunshine puts everyone in a better mood! But all that sun can make it hard to concentrate at work. Fortunately, we've found four simple ways for you to boost your productivity, even during the summertime.  1. Get some vitamin D  Even a little bit of sunshine will boost your vitamin D and serotonin levels, improving your mood and concentration. Let the sunshine work to your advantage: eat your lunch outside, invite some co-workers out for a 5-minute stroll, or even organize team meetings at the closest picnic bench or park. Bonus: You may also end up burning some lunchtime calories!  2.Stay hydrated It's especially important to stay hydrated when it's warm out. Carry a reusable water bottle - you're more likely to take a sip if it's within your sight. Add some fresh fruit and herbs combos to infuse your taste buds - strawberry and cucumber, or blackberry and mint water! Tip: To stay motivated,...