Aparita Bhandari

How to report on Scarborough’s layers of complexity

By Aparita Bhandari ● Scarborough ● December 20, 2018

We look forward to reflecting more of your lives, as we continue to surface community-powered stories from Scarborough.

What do you think of the term ‘ethnic food’?

By Aparita Bhandari ● Scarborough ● December 13, 2018

Media often use this descriptor to talk about global cuisine, but is it appropriate to use?

More than an eyesore, Scarborough strip malls celebrate community

By Aparita Bhandari ● Scarborough ● December 11, 2018

From Filipino bakeries to halal butchers, these drive-through stops have become unlikely gathering spaces in a sprawling suburb.

Tell us: What are your favourite strip malls in Scarborough?

By Aparita Bhandari ● Scarborough ● December 7, 2018

Whether it’s a current hangout spot or a place you used to frequent, send us photos of your favourite local strip mall.

An evening of ‘magical’ thinking: Scarborough Discourse holds its first Story Circle

By Aparita Bhandari ● Scarborough ● November 30, 2018

Community members came together to discuss how Scarborough is covered by the media, and how we can create new narratives.

Spotlighting Scarborough’s long — and overlooked — tradition of artistic expression

By Aparita Bhandari ● Scarborough ● November 22, 2018

Read my latest article about Scarborough’s thriving arts and culture scene. Plus, get details about our first-ever Story Circle.

Scarborough’s vibrant culture has never been a secret to insiders

By Aparita Bhandari ● Scarborough ● November 20, 2018

Nuit Blanche may have put this Toronto suburb on the cultural map, but for young local artists it was already there.

Is Scarborough a cultural wasteland? Insiders weigh in

By Aparita Bhandari ● Scarborough ● November 16, 2018

Look behind the facades of those dilapidated high-rises, aging strip malls and grey underpasses, and you might just find a lively discussion about a poem or a graffiti mural celebrating childhood memories of community.

Join our ‘Story Circle’ and share your community experiences

By Aparita Bhandari ● Scarborough ● November 9, 2018

Describe your lived experience in Scarborough and brainstorm solutions to issues confronting residents.

What’s the worst stereotype about your community?

By Aparita Bhandari ● Scarborough ● November 1, 2018

Based on your votes in our community poll, I’m now working on stories that’ll unpack stereotypes about Scarborough. Tell me where to start.