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Kingston Life Kingston's favourite city lifestyle magazine. www.kingstonlife.ca Published locally since 1999.

Celebrating Kingston and the people who call it home, Kingston Life magazine gives readers insight into the noteworthy people, places and issues that are shaping this city. Covering everything from arts and culture to influential personalities, each issue delivers the city to your doorstep, exploring stories that will keep you informed and entertained. Kingston Life is distributed in select copies

of Kingston This Week. Free copies are also available at James Reid Furniture (either location), the Visitor Information Centre, or Cataraqui Centre Guest Services.

"After spending the bulk of her career in academia, Anne Godlewska was excited to switch gears and begin working with he...
30/11/2023

"After spending the bulk of her career in academia, Anne Godlewska was excited to switch gears and begin working with her hands on a somewhat sweeter endeavour: chocolate." This is how Choc Chique, Godlewska's artisan chocolate business, was born. Read more in our full issue on kingstonlife.ca.
[Photo by Tim Forbes]

Don't miss this issue's cover story on three stand-out local cocktails —  perfect sipping for the holiday season. Read i...
21/11/2023

Don't miss this issue's cover story on three stand-out local cocktails — perfect sipping for the holiday season. Read it in our full issue on kingstonlife.ca or on newsstands around the city.
[Photo of Atomica's Winter Berry Bliss Margarita by Tim Forbes]

This scandi-rustic reno, completed over the span of four years, resulted in a stunning home for the family of five who t...
15/11/2023

This scandi-rustic reno, completed over the span of four years, resulted in a stunning home for the family of five who took this project on. Read the full story, and see more beautiful photos, in our latest issue on kingstonlife.ca.
[Photo by Tim Forbes]

Don't miss our talk with Kingston's poet laureate, Sadiqa de Meijer, in our latest issue, to learn all about her story a...
10/11/2023

Don't miss our talk with Kingston's poet laureate, Sadiqa de Meijer, in our latest issue, to learn all about her story and how she came into this special role. Find it in our full issue on kingstonlife.ca.
[Photo by Rob Whelan]

Our November/December issue is now online at kingstonlife.ca! 🥳The hard copy will be out next Thursday, November 9, in K...
01/11/2023

Our November/December issue is now online at kingstonlife.ca! 🥳The hard copy will be out next Thursday, November 9, in Kingston This Week and free on newsstands around the city, including at James Reid Furniture's two locations, the Visitor Information Centre, or Cataraqui Centre Guest Services. Happy reading!
[Cover image by Tim Forbes]

Kingston's restaurant scene has flourished over the past few decades, and a few players have been there since the beginn...
24/10/2023

Kingston's restaurant scene has flourished over the past few decades, and a few players have been there since the beginning. In our latest issue, we talk with two longtime local servers and get their take on their roles and on Kingston's dining landscape. Find the full issue on kingstonlife.ca.
[Photo of Shirley Warner, who has been a server at the Pilot House for over 40 years, by Rob Whelan]

Nothing quite compares to a fresh loaf of bread. In our latest issue, we asked three local breadmakers what goes into th...
18/10/2023

Nothing quite compares to a fresh loaf of bread. In our latest issue, we asked three local breadmakers what goes into the craft, what's on their ideal sandwich and more. Read it on kingstonlife.ca.
[Photo of Wheat Kings bread by Tim Forbes]

"Florence Niven believes that creativity defines her."After 22 years as a glass artist, several major events in Florence...
12/10/2023

"Florence Niven believes that creativity defines her."
After 22 years as a glass artist, several major events in Florence Niven's life compelled her to write, resulting in her recent poetry collection, Step Into This Day. Read more about her story in our latest issue on kingstonlife.ca.
[Photo By Rob Whelan]

Looking for brunch recommendations? We asked four locals for their favourite breakfast joints, and their preferred menu ...
05/10/2023

Looking for brunch recommendations? We asked four locals for their favourite breakfast joints, and their preferred menu items, in our latest issue. Find it on kingstonlife.ca.
[Juniper Café photo by Rob Whelan]

Rental prices in Kingston have skyrocketed over the past number of years. In our latest issue, writer Ian Coutts examine...
27/09/2023

Rental prices in Kingston have skyrocketed over the past number of years. In our latest issue, writer Ian Coutts examines the "perfect storm" that has led to this crisis, and what can be done to solve it. Find this story in our full issue on kingstonlife.ca.
[Photo of Williamsville student housing by Rob Whelan]

Have you checked out TULA café yet? Learn more about one of Kingston's newest eateries, located in the historic Broom Fa...
20/09/2023

Have you checked out TULA café yet? Learn more about one of Kingston's newest eateries, located in the historic Broom Factory on Rideau St., in our latest issue. Find it now on newsstands or on kingstonlife.ca.
[Photo of manager Joanna Castles by Tim Forbes]

Our September/October issue of Kingston Life is here! 🙌 Find the full issue on kingstonlife.ca, or (free!) on newsstands...
11/09/2023

Our September/October issue of Kingston Life is here! 🙌 Find the full issue on kingstonlife.ca, or (free!) on newsstands, including at James Reid Furniture downtown, Cataraqui Centre Guest Services, and Kingston's Visitor Information Centre. Happy fall, and happy reading! 🍂

Seasoned Kingston Life writer Harvey Schachter wrote on the changing landscape of civic issues in his regular column, Th...
23/08/2023

Seasoned Kingston Life writer Harvey Schachter wrote on the changing landscape of civic issues in his regular column, The Reporter, in our latest issue. 🖊 The story starts:
"It used to be when people running for Kingston City Council knocked on doors during their campaign they would be greeted with complaints about potholes, snow removal, noisy neighbours and high taxes. These days the concerns just as likely to be raised are affordable housing, homelessness, climate change, the shortage of doctors, children unable to find jobs, and inflation."
Read more in our latest issue on kingstonlife.ca. Link in bio. 👆

Donnie MacIntyre, Director of Film and Media in Kingston's Film Office, offered his take on Kingston in our latest issue...
15/08/2023

Donnie MacIntyre, Director of Film and Media in Kingston's Film Office, offered his take on Kingston in our latest issue, including his favourite local event, best meal he's had in the city, and more. Read it in our latest issue on kingstonlife.ca.
[Photo by Tim Forbes]

As a poet, writer, creative writing teacher and dancer, Abena Beloved Green has her plate full of creative endeavors. Re...
03/08/2023

As a poet, writer, creative writing teacher and dancer, Abena Beloved Green has her plate full of creative endeavors. Read her story in our latest issue on kingstonlife.ca.
[Photo by Rob Whelan]

HEIST Restaurant + Wine Club is undoubtedly one of the hottest new spots for upscale dining in the city. We had the oppo...
27/07/2023

HEIST Restaurant + Wine Club is undoubtedly one of the hottest new spots for upscale dining in the city. We had the opportunity to tell their story in our latest issue. Find it on kingstonlife.ca.
[Photo by Tim Forbes]

Don't miss our summer issue's cover story, "Soaking in July & August", for a guide on can't-miss summer activities in Ki...
18/07/2023

Don't miss our summer issue's cover story, "Soaking in July & August", for a guide on can't-miss summer activities in Kingston. It's the best time of year to take in all our beautiful city has to offer! Find it on kingstonlife.ca.
[Photo by Rob Whelan]

Our July/August issue of Kingston Life has arrived! Find it on newsstands, in select copies of Kingston This Week, or on...
07/07/2023

Our July/August issue of Kingston Life has arrived! Find it on newsstands, in select copies of Kingston This Week, or on our website, kingstonlife.ca. Happy reading! 🥳
[Cover photo by Virginia Maria]

Kingston is surrounded by a wealth of diverse and beautiful natural spaces. But in this ever-changing world, our environ...
21/04/2023

Kingston is surrounded by a wealth of diverse and beautiful natural spaces. But in this ever-changing world, our environment faces many threats. Read our feature story on three local conservation groups working to preserve Kingston for future generations at kingstonlife.ca
[photo by Rob Whelan]

Wondering what to do with that broken item just taking up space in your home? Look no further than these local Kingston ...
13/04/2023

Wondering what to do with that broken item just taking up space in your home? Look no further than these local Kingston businesses who repair everything from shoes to bikes and plenty more! Check out our full feature on Kingston's fix-its in our latest issue online at Kingstonlife.ca
[photo by Tim Forbes]

Along with our city's abundant and quality restaurant offers, there are enough bakeries, chocolatiers, donut shops and m...
04/04/2023

Along with our city's abundant and quality restaurant offers, there are enough bakeries, chocolatiers, donut shops and more to satisfy any sweet tooth. Check out our recent story "Decadent Desserts" online at Kingstonlife.ca.
[Photo by Tim Forbes]

Local historian, author and rail fan Eric Gagnon has always been fascinated by Kingston's rich rail history. A history h...
31/03/2023

Local historian, author and rail fan Eric Gagnon has always been fascinated by Kingston's rich rail history. A history he has spent the last four years bringing to life in miniature. Read the full story online at Kingstonlife.ca
[photo by Rob Whelan]

Looking to expand your wine palette? Then look no further than the family-run Del-Gatto Estates. With 20 years of growin...
23/03/2023

Looking to expand your wine palette? Then look no further than the family-run Del-Gatto Estates. With 20 years of growing experience, they know exactly which grapes thrive in the county and they encourage you to explore something new. Read the full Q&A at Kingstonlife.ca.
[photo courtesy of Del-Gatto Estates]

Don't miss our latest Q&A with local author YS Lee, for her take on life in Kingston. Find it online at Kingstonlife.ca....
17/03/2023

Don't miss our latest Q&A with local author YS Lee, for her take on life in Kingston. Find it online at Kingstonlife.ca.
[photo by Tim Forbes]

If you haven't been to Bank Gastropub recently it's time to stop by. With their recent menu revamp and plentiful live ev...
08/03/2023

If you haven't been to Bank Gastropub recently it's time to stop by. With their recent menu revamp and plentiful live events, the gastropub is the place to gather and enjoy the lounge atmosphere. Read the full story online at kingstonlife.ca.
[photo by Tim Forbes]

Catch our March/April issue out now! Find it online at Kingstonlife.ca, or coming soon in select copies of Kingston This...
03/03/2023

Catch our March/April issue out now! Find it online at Kingstonlife.ca, or coming soon in select copies of Kingston This Week, at James Reid Furniture downtown or the Cataraqui Centre's Guest Services.

Once abandoned, this 1890's heritage building is now an energy-efficient community hub. Read the Broom Factory's story o...
24/02/2023

Once abandoned, this 1890's heritage building is now an energy-efficient community hub. Read the Broom Factory's story online in our latest issue at Kingstonlife.ca.
[photo by Krista Jahnke Photography]

Don't miss our cover story Q&A with Waaban Crossing videographer Mike Hill for his take on life in Kingston. Read it in ...
16/02/2023

Don't miss our cover story Q&A with Waaban Crossing videographer Mike Hill for his take on life in Kingston. Read it in our full issue at kingstonlife.ca.
[Photo by Tim Forbes]

This time of year, many might think longingly of hot summer days and swims in the lake, but for some, winter doesn't sto...
07/02/2023

This time of year, many might think longingly of hot summer days and swims in the lake, but for some, winter doesn't stop their daily routine of a morning dip in the lake. Cold water bathing, while certainly not for everyone, comes with a number of surprising benefits - read the full story by writer Larry Scanlan online at Kingstonlife.ca.
[Photo by Lawrence Scanlan]

Looking to try a new local wine? Check out Last House Vineyard's Pinot Noir or Chardonnay. The winery is owner André Gag...
02/02/2023

Looking to try a new local wine? Check out Last House Vineyard's Pinot Noir or Chardonnay. The winery is owner André Gagné's retirement dream, where he says he is 'hands-on in the vineyeard and hands-off in the cellar'. Read the full story online at Kingstonlife.ca.
[photo by Andrew Lahodynskyj]

Snowy days are perfect for relaxing with a good cup of tea. Here in Kingston we're lucky to have a couple of specialty t...
27/01/2023

Snowy days are perfect for relaxing with a good cup of tea. Here in Kingston we're lucky to have a couple of specialty tea stores in which to find the perfect brew. We spoke with Kaoru Miller (Cha Cha Tea) and Wanda McCumber (Enchanted Creations) about how their passion for teas lead to their shops - find the story at Kingstonlife.ca.
[photos by Tim Forbes]

With the holidays over, for many the giving season ends. But hunger is year-round problem, and in recent years it's one ...
18/01/2023

With the holidays over, for many the giving season ends. But hunger is year-round problem, and in recent years it's one that has been growing in Kingston. In our feature story, we talked with some of the local organizations who offer food services to those in need. Read the full story online at Kingstonlife.ca.
[Photo by Julia McKay]

For Rosemary Doyle theatre is her life. Her role as the artistic producer of Theatre Kingston has brought her back home ...
11/01/2023

For Rosemary Doyle theatre is her life. Her role as the artistic producer of Theatre Kingston has brought her back home to Kingston where she continues to eat, breathe and sleep theatre. Read our full interview with Rosemary online at Kingstonlife.ca
[photo by Rob Whelan]

Longing for a fresh cafe lunch in the west-end? Nora's Coffee and Sandwiches has you covered! With freshly baked Europea...
05/01/2023

Longing for a fresh cafe lunch in the west-end? Nora's Coffee and Sandwiches has you covered! With freshly baked European style breads and pastries - and of course great coffee - this new local spot is not to be missed! Read the full story online at Kingstonlife.ca
[photo by Tim Forbes]

Start the new year with the Jan/Feb issue of Kingston Life! Find it online now at Kingstonlife.ca, or coming soon in sel...
30/12/2022

Start the new year with the Jan/Feb issue of Kingston Life! Find it online now at Kingstonlife.ca, or coming soon in select copies of Kingston This Week, at James Reid Furniture downtown or the Cataraqui Centre's Guest Services.
[cover photo by Tim Forbes]

Don't miss our cover story interview with Kay Kenney, where she talks about her work as the artistic director at the Kin...
21/12/2022

Don't miss our cover story interview with Kay Kenney, where she talks about her work as the artistic director at the Kingston School of Dance, and her take on life in the Limestone city. Find it in our full issue at kingstonlife.ca.
[Photo by Tim Forbes]

Get ready for the holidays with food writer Courtney Klumper's local winter wine picks. Whether you're looking for a spa...
16/12/2022

Get ready for the holidays with food writer Courtney Klumper's local winter wine picks. Whether you're looking for a sparkling, still or dessert wine to grace your table this season, we've got local recommendations for you. Read the full story online at Kingstonlife.ca

What's your favourite Kingston Street? It's probably not Queen St. which has topped the list of worst Ontario streets fo...
06/12/2022

What's your favourite Kingston Street? It's probably not Queen St. which has topped the list of worst Ontario streets for 2 years running! But things might be looking up for the future of Queen St. Check out our full feature online at Kingstonlife.ca
[photo by Rob Whelan]

Lubomyr Luciuk has been steeped in the history of his Ukranian heritage since he was born. And he's devoted his passion ...
02/12/2022

Lubomyr Luciuk has been steeped in the history of his Ukranian heritage since he was born. And he's devoted his passion and career to telling the stories of Ukraine and Candian Ukrainians. Read the full story online at Kingstonlife.ca.
[photo by Rob Whelan]

With the arrival of Kingston's first blast of winter, it might seem like the season for locally grown produce has come t...
24/11/2022

With the arrival of Kingston's first blast of winter, it might seem like the season for locally grown produce has come to an end. But that's not the case at Extend-a-Family with the recent installation of their new hydroponic greenhouse they have been able to extend their growing program year-round. Read the full story online in our latest issue at Kingstonlife.ca.
[photo courtesy of Extend-a-Family Kingston]

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