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Toronto
Condo Cancellations Risk Crisis Of Confidence In Toronto Real Estate
With due respect to the politicians, economists, pundits, journalists, builders, realtors, empty nesters, first-time buyers, and others who have opined on the fragility of the condo market and what they perceive will be the cause of its imminent crash …They’ve got it wrong.
Get A Sneak Peek Of King West’s Future At Unzipped Toronto
What is that big, beautiful pile of blocks on King West? It’s a sneak peek of a Toronto exhibit.
Ricky Gervais Responds To Toronto Councillor’s ‘Religion And Politics DO MIX’ Tweet
Toronto city councillor Giorgio Mammoliti is no stranger to controversy, and it is controversy that has acquainted him with fearless comedian Ricky Gervais.
Murdoch Mysteries’ Star Yannick Bisson’s Home Is For Sale
A little while back, Yannick Bisson and his wife Shantelle invited us into their home to give you a glimpse into their house and life in it.
Toronto Beer Week 2018: Your Ultimate Guide To Breweries And (Free) Events
Beer Week is nine days of fun, beer, and events, featuring Toronto’s best breweries, pubs, and of course — beer.
Toronto Road Closures To Watch For Through This Weekend
It’s a blessedly quiet weekend for road closures this weekend, but there are still construction projects underway.
TTC Subway Closures Cancelled: 4 Stations On Line 1 To Remain Open This Weekend
Well, your regularly scheduled TTC subway closures have been cancelled. So we’re happy to give you that good news for your weekend commute
TTC Subway Closure: Delayed Opening On Part Of Line 1 This Weekend
Toronto may get a break from the originally scheduled closures on Line 1 this weekend — but there will be a later opening time of a portion of Line 2.
Free Toronto Movies, Literary Festivals, And Pop Ups This Weekend
There’s quite the round of up innovative Canadian fashion, exciting literary events, and great volunteer and community initiatives going on this weekend in Toronto.
You Can Travel Back In Time With A Free Vintage TTC Streetcar Ride This Sunday
Travel back in time this Sunday on a vintage TTC streetcar in downtown Toronto.
Canada
Canada’s Most Expensive Home Is For Sale. Prepare To Have Your Mind Blown.
Canada’s most expensive home is for sale and it’s more spectacular than you imagined.
Toronto Rent Is STILL The Most Expensive In Canada, GTA Dominates List
Toronto rent is the highest in Canada. And the Greater Toronto Area dominates the list of most expensive rentals in Canada. So much so, that Rentals.ca issued this statement as part of its latest National Rent Rankings:
Toronto’s Waterfront Will Transform In Honour Of Canadian Hero Terry Fox
Terry Fox is a Canadian hero and Toronto is set to transform its waterfront to honour him.
Mortgages Soar For Canadians In Their 80s, 90s (Huffington Post)
With new mortgage rules and higher interest rates putting the squeeze on Canadian homebuyers, some have found a new approach: Get the parents (or grandparents) to bankroll your purchase.
U.S.A.
TV Host Jackie Redmond Talks Life In Toronto Vs. NYC And Shows You Her New Home
If you fancy yourself a sports fan, then you no doubt not only know who Jackie Redmond is, but you’re likely a fan of hers too.
You Can Now Rent People’s Swimming Pools In Toronto With This Airbnb-Style App
Just in time for the last bits of summer in Toronto, you can rent perfect strangers’ swimming pools.
Late Chef Anthony Bourdain's Luxe NYC Apartment Is For Rent (Realtor.ca)
On his shows on CNN and the Travel Channel, Anthony Bourdain traveled to the far corners of the world to showcase little-known delicacies, often in humble conditions. In contrast, the condo he was subletting in New York City is the epitome of luxury—and it’s on the rental market for $14,200 a month. Check out its swanky features.
International
Elevator Etiquette: Five Tips To Avoid Those Awkward Moments And Stay Levelheaded
Elevator etiquette often has us floored. We seem to have things pretty well figured out on the ground.
How Far Back Should You Sit From Your TV? And Other Viewing Tips
You’re blown away by the image quality of the televisions on sale at your favourite electronics retailer, but when you take one home it somehow it doesn’t look (or sound) as good as the in-store experience.
Ricky Gervais Responds To Toronto Councillor’s ‘Religion And Politics DO MIX’ Tweet
Toronto city councillor Giorgio Mammoliti is no stranger to controversy, and it is controversy that has acquainted him with fearless comedian Ricky Gervais.
