Tralee Pearce

In The Hills is honoured to receive an honourable mention from the National Magazine Awards Foundation for its distinctly local storytelling.

The magazine is honoured to receive the Ontario Nature Media and Conservation Award for outstanding environmental journalism and nature stories.

Our goal is always to follow the issues, pique curiosity, and help our readers (and ourselves!) stay informed.

As the Autumn issue came together, a common theme emerged: a much-needed sense of wonder.

Amid growing anxiety about the rise of AI, consider our summer issue a catalogue of all the things AI can’t do.

Our patriotism is a little tucked away, but it’s right there when we need it.

If a full brunch or sit-down dinner feels like too much, too soon after a winter of hibernation, consider gathering around an amped-up charcuterie board built with local meats, cheeses and toppings.

If the numbers are anything to go by, our small towns are bursting at the seams with people who truly want to build a better tomorrow.

The local art scene explodes this fall with a greater number of juried shows, country studio tours and buzzy events than we’ve seen in a long time.

Delve into Mono artist Deb Menken’s vibrant florals, abstracts and rugged landscapes.

As a student of mysticism and esoteric philosophy, artist CJ Shelton’s works reflect her love of the archetypal realm.

Emerging artist Emily Escoffrey isn’t a fan of neutrals, preferring instead to paint abstract pieces that grab the eye.

The latest thinking in garden and lawn cleanup is all about doing a little less – which in turn does a lot more for pollinators, birds and your soil.

Mulmur based painter Brad MacIver is known for his wistful landscapes and crisp still lifes that encourage a viewer to luxuriate in the subject matter.

How John and Paola Chiodo’s contemporary Caledon bungalow delivers on a teenaged dream of a tranquil life in the country.

Painter Sherry Park’s oil portraits rely on soft brushstrokes and a soulful take on realism.

Lynden Cowan’s highly detailed hyper realistic paintings require “triple-zero brushes by the boxload” to achieve.

Michael Compeau’s paintings are inspired by the lush landscapes and natural wonders that surround him.