Leah's 2020 Picks
Leah Eyles (she/her), owner and buyer of Scout in Toronto, shares her favourite books, shows, podcasts, explorations, and communities from 2020.
Embracing the Holidays During the Pandemic
This year has brought its own set of challenges on a universal scale, meaning that many of us have had to find new ways of embracing the holidays during the pandemic. Join us as we contemplate different ways of appreciating and enjoying the season with open arms and a sensitivity to these ever-changing times.
Locally-Sourced Gifts for Everyone on Your List
This holiday season, we want you to focus on staying safe and balanced as we navigate the circumstances of the times. Join us as we share our Christmas gift guide and try to help you get your shopping done early by making slow, intentional and locally sourced purchases that are certain to warm the hearts of everyone on your list.
Our Favourite Puzzle Picks This Month
This month, reach for one of our favourite puzzle picks to help pass the time, all while having a fun and meditative experience. You can get lost in the challenge by yourself or invite your nearest and dearest to help you reach the finish line!
Our Give Back Friday Event: Prioritizing Community Over Consumption
As Black Friday and Cyber Monday approach, we are hoping to nurture our community-building ethos at Scout by giving back to a value-aligned cause that needs support now more than ever.
Boundaries for Self-Love While Working From Home
Self-love is a widely held concept that is important for sustaining emotional wellness. Join us as we delve into practices that are empowering and helpful, especially when trying to manage the dive into a working from home lifestyle.
Six Cozy Ideas To Warm Up During Fall
Autumn leaves are falling from the trees and warm sweaters are being pulled out of storage. Bundle up and find new ways of staying balanced and relaxed indoors this fall with our top autumn product picks for maximum comfort and coziness.
Create Space: Design Tips for Your Outdoor Space
Spruce up your outdoor life to make the most of your last gatherings and celebrations this fall. See our product picks for designing an inviting space and cultivating the perfect atmosphere, from nights spent in the park to get-togethers in your own backyard.
Scout's Kids’ Summer Book Club
Whether you are spending time indoors this summer or finding a safe spot in the shade for family time, a thoughtfully written book can set the tone for your day and bring joy to your young reader’s life! Join us as we share some of our favourite picks for summertime reading.
An Interview between Scout Toronto and Seeking Ceremony co-founder Kate Love
In this unprecedented time, the idea of ritual has taken on a whole new meaning, so we turned to an expert to explore this topic. Join us in conversation with life and loss coach Kate Love as we delve into the importance of ritual and ceremony.
Unique and Fun Father’s Day Gifts for Every Kind of Dad
Father’s Day is on the way! Get creative and shop local with our gift guide for unique and thoughtful gifts and Father’s Day cards for all types of dads.
Unique & Thoughtful Canadian-Made Mother’s Day Gift Guide
This Mother’s Day is going to be a little different. Get creative with unique local and Canadian-made Mother's Day gifts to show moms some love from near or far.