Hilary Weston, former fashion business leader and Ontario lieutenant-governor, dead at 83

Hilary Weston, an Irish Canadian fashion mogul and former lieutenant-governor of Ontario who devoted time to issues tied to women, volunteerism and youth, has died at 83. In a statement on Sunday, her family said the philanthropist and writer was shaped by an “enduring generosity and a deep commitment to helping others.” “Our mother lived…

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Revellers parade along Lakeshore Boulevard for annual Toronto Caribbean Carnival

Thousands of musicians, dancers and elaborate costumes filled Lakeshore Boulevard on Saturday for the Grande Parade of the annual Toronto Caribbean Carnival.  The parade is the highlight of the weeks-long festival, which is hosting a few more events this month.  “It’s about the culture,” said Autris Clarke, who grew up in Trinidad and Tobago where she celebrated carnival every year. …

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