As always, I’ve been keeping an eye on what’s unfolding around the city this week, and there’s lots to cover.

A beloved local bakery is wrapping up its pop-up chapter, Wuxly is opening a new space, and there are several events worth checking out over the next few days.

You’ll also find an important activism update and a notable story from the wider vegan world.

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Week of November 13 - 19:

News:

• Fatty Bear announced that it will close at the end of November, with its final pop-up taking place on Saturday, November 22. While this marks the end of the current format, she noted that it isn’t the end of Fatty Bear altogether and she plans to keep baking and exploring future possibilities. The space will be available for short-term rental starting in December.

• Wuxly announced that it is opening a new location at Stackt Market, with a soft opening on November 12 followed by a grand opening on November 14. The space, located in Unit 2-101 at 28 Bathurst Street, will feature the brand’s Canadian-made outerwear and will operate Tuesday through Sunday from noon to 8 p.m. The company is inviting visitors to preview its latest collection ahead of the official launch.

Events:

(Please note: Event details are provided as accurately as possible at the time of publishing. We recommend checking directly with organizers or venues for any updates or cancellations before attending.)

• Delicious Dips, Bites, and Boards
  📅 Date: Saturday, November 15, 2025
  🕒 Time: 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM
  📍 Location: 100 Broadview Avenue
  🎟️ Tickets: $85 per person

  Chef Tanya Spasic of Animal Liberation Kitchen will lead this hands-on cooking class focused on creating plant-based appetizers for the holiday season. Participants will prepare a range of dishes, including a spinach and artichoke bread-bowl dip, assorted canapés, multiple dips, and a demonstration on assembling a festive charcuterie-style board. The class is designed to be interactive and small in size, with time for discussion, tasting, and guidance from the chef. Recipes and instructions will be provided to all attendees.

• Vegan Potluck and Games
  📅 Date: Sunday, November 16, 2025
  🕒 Time: Arrival at 12:15 PM, eating begins at ~1:00 PM
  📍 Location: Scarborough Village Community Centre (3600 Kingston Road · Scarborough, ON)
  🎟️ Tickets: Not listed 
  A casual potluck and games afternoon: guests are asked to bring enough food for 4-6 people plus their own utensils, plates, bowl and cup. Good opportunity for meeting other vegans in the east-end of the city.

• Aunty Em’s Pizza Pop-Up
  📅 Date: Friday, November 14
  🕒 Time: 5:00 PM – 10:00 PM
  📍 Location: Left Field Brewery, East Side location

  Aunty Em’s Pizza is doing a pop-up serving featuring their Grama Slice at Left Field Brewery’s east-side location. Dogs and children are welcome.
  

Activism:

• Animal Justice is running an online mobilization campaign from November 11 to 25 urging people to contact CBC and ask them to cancel its “Bake it with Canadian Dairy Contest.” The organization highlights concerns about standard dairy-industry practices,including calf–mother separation, killing of male calves, confinement, and the slaughter of cows once their milk production drops, and encourages supporters to submit personalized messages through CBC’s feedback form. The group also notes broader issues such as the industry’s marketing and its impact on communities that are largely lactose intolerant.

World Vegan News:

• In October, Miyoko’s Creamery entered an Assignment for the Benefit of Creditors (ABC) process (an alternative to bankruptcy) after determining it was unable to pay its debts in full. Miyoko Schinner, who founded the company in 2014 and was removed as CEO in 2022, mobilized a last-minute bid to reacquire the business, including raising over US$100,000 via crowdfunding from more than 1,600 donors. Despite the effort, she confirmed that her offer did not win: the company name, formulas and assets were sold to a higher bidder under the liquidation process, and she acknowledged that the liquidator was bound to accept the highest bid.

In the Near Future:

*(more info will come closer to the dates)

• The Vegan Fashion Show
  📅 Date: Friday, November 21 – Sunday, November 23, 2025
  🕒 Time:

  • Friday at 3:45 PM (runway start) 

  • Saturday at 11:15 AM 

  • Sunday at 12:45 PM

  📍 Location: Metro Toronto Convention Centre (South Building), 255 Front St W, Toronto, ON M5V 2W6
  🎟️ Tickets: Available via the event site
  This edition of The Vegan Fashion Show is held in conjunction with the National Women’s Show Toronto event, marking its integration with a large-scale consumer expo. The show’s mission is to present cruelty-free and sustainable fashion via a runway format, while also educating attendees about next-generation materials such as plant-based leathers and other animal-free textiles. Designers and brands featured are selected for their ethical credentials and innovation in fashion, making this not merely a style event but a platform for change in how clothing is made and consumed. 

• Vegan Drinks – Fall Spice Event
  📅 Date: Friday, November 28, 2025
  🕒 Time: 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
  📍 Location: Dosa Mahal, 9 Roncesvalles Avenue

  This monthly social meetup offers a casual space for connecting with others over fully vegan food and drinks. November’s edition will feature South Asian dishes from Dosa Mahal, with gluten-free dosas, pakoras, and other fall-themed options available for purchase. There is no cover charge, and attendees are encouraged to support the venue.

• Aunty Em’s Holiday Pop-Up Shop

  📅 Date: Thursday–Friday, November 28–29, 2025, and every Friday & Saturday in December

  📍 Location: Aunty Em’s Deli & Coffee, 1672 St. Clair Ave. W.

  Aunty Em’s is launching an Holiday Pop-Up Shop, featuring festive treats, sandwiches, coffee, holiday drinks, and ready-to-heat vegan meals. The event will also include a special holiday cake drop, offering an early start to the season’s celebrations.

• New Year’s Eve 5-Course Tasting Menu at Avelo
  📅 Date: Wednesday, December 31, 2025
  🕒 Time: Seatings available from 5:00 PM – 7:15 PM
  📍 Location: Avelo Restaurant, 51 St Nicholas St
  🎟️ Tickets: $120 per person (prepaid; $30 deposit required) — reservations available via Avelo

  Avelo is ringing in 2026 with a special New Year’s Eve five-course vegan tasting menu featuring exclusive dishes created for the occasion. Guests will be welcomed with a complimentary glass of sparkling wine (or a non-alcoholic alternative). Optional wine pairings are available for an additional $45. The evening offers an elegant, plant-based fine-dining experience in an intimate downtown setting.

• Vegan Baking Group: Annual Holiday Cookie Exchange

  📅 Date: Sunday, December 21, 2025

  🕒 Time: 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM

  📍 Location: Wishbone Animal Rights Lab

  The Vegan Baking Group is hosting its annual holiday cookie exchange at Wishbone Animal Rights Lab’s new event space. Attendees are asked to RSVP to [email protected] by Friday, December 12 so organizers can confirm how many cookies each person should prepare. Once RSVPs are collected, participants will receive the final baking quantity. This gathering focuses on sharing homemade seasonal vegan treats within the community.
  

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