Plus, Toronto watch collectors share the objects of their obsession
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MARCH 3, 2025

 

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EDWARD THE CONQUEROR

Edward Rogers was dismissed as a meddling nepo baby—until he muscled out his siblings, acquired his competitors, cornered the telecom market and became the dominant force in Canadian sports. From our March issue, the unlikely ascent of Canada’s telecom king.

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TICK-TOCK TRENDS

Watch collector Verne Ho appreciates how watches can mark milestones. Of the roughly 50 timepieces he owns, 20 have personal significance. He treasures a gold Rolex Cellini from 1981 that his grandfather gave him. “Watches are wonderful time capsules,” he says.

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SURREAL ESTATE

This five-plus-one-bed, 11-bath English manor off the 401 has a hand-laid brick exterior, copper eaves and a luxury four-car garage. There’s also a spa, a DJ station and a walkable wine cave. The price tag? $13.3 million.

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AN IRRESISTIBLE EVERYMAN COMEDY SHOW

Mo Gilligan was plucked from the rough by Drake when the rapper quoted one of the comedian’s bits on Instagram. Since then, Gilligan has co-hosted a BAFTA-winning comedy show, sold out two UK tours, released three stand-up specials and launched a celebrity-interview podcast. Now, he’s embarking on his first world tour. March 8, Elgin Theatre

 

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