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November 23, 2018

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Here’s everything you need to keep you in the know …


Toronto:

How Long Will It Take Before Doug Ford Goes After Toronto’s Waterfront?

When Toronto Mayor John Tory visited the site of a collapsed bridge in the east end last weekend, it was hard not to feel sorry for the poor man.

This Toronto Condo Listing Is Nice But The Outside Will Blow You Away

Another day, another beautiful Toronto condo listing we can’t afford.What’s different with this particular listing though, is that while the inside is nice, if you’re into modern design and top-drawer appliances, we would literally spend our entire time outside.

Inside The Eclectic Home of Misfit Studio Founder, Amber Joliat

Not just anybody gets asked by Goop—Gwyneth Paltrow’s lifestyle empire—to lead a workout class at one of their much sought-after conferences. But then again, Amber Joliat isn’t just anybody.

This Quirky Toronto Listing Is Going For Just Under $3 Million

Over the years we’ve seen some interesting properties here at Toronto Storeys.  From a seductive loft to a lavish boathouse, there’s no shortage of quirky Toronto listings. The latest is none other than 1 Bond Ave.

Toronto Road Closures To Steer Clear Of This Weekend

We made it through last weekend’s Toronto road closures and the hectic weekend that was the Santa Claus Parade. Luckily, this weekend is looking a little lighter so, traffic should be moving a little better for your weekend travels.

Canada:

6 Canadian Cities Make Best Cities In The World For Finding A Job List

Calgary, Vancouver, Ottawa, Toronto, Quebec City and Montreal are some of the best cities in the world for finding a job.

Canada Post Expects Delays Will Last Until At Least January 2019

If you were relying on Canada Post to deliver your holiday gifts this year, we have some bad news.

This Common Mistake Could Mean More Mortgage Payments

For those with a variable mortgage, ever-increasing interest rates might make you feel like you’re caught in a game of chicken.

Are Bankruptcy Rates In Canada Rising?

Just days after the Bank of Canada said they’ve seen a decline in “deeply indebted borrowers,” the Canadian Association of Insolvency and Restructuring Professionals (CAIRP) says within the next year, there will be a rise in household bankruptcy rates in Canada.

U.S.A:

The Best Black Friday And Cyber Monday Deals For Your Home

The infamous day of shopping officially falls on Nov. 23 and is followed by Cyber Monday on Nov. 26. But some retailers keep the deals going days and sometimes weeks before and after the two days.

Storied Love Nest of Marilyn Monroe and Joe DiMaggio Is Listed for $2.7M (Realtor.com)

You won't find this gorgeous Spanish Revival home in Los Angeles on many lists of Marilyn Monroe's known residences.

Here's Exactly How Much House You Can Afford On Your Salary (CNBC News)

How much house can you afford based on your salary? Real estate expert and Shark Tank host, Barbara Corcoran, has a rule of thumb

International:

New Report Details Four Ways TTC Lags Behind Other Major Cities

Ask most Toronto commuters about the TTC and you’ll probably be met with a groan or a pair of rolled eyes. But despite being poorly funded, haphazardly governed, and too expensive, more passengers ride Toronto transit than any other major North American city according to a report, called Mixed Signals.

5 Awesome Shopping Apps That Will Save You Money Over The Holidays

We all have that friend who always seems to get the best deals while shopping. You know the one.

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​The next group of municipalities to receive housing targets under the Housing Supply Act include Surrey, Kelowna, and New Westminster, among others.

Development Projects

Madison Group Master-Plan Pulls In “World-Renowned” Rafael Viñoly Architects

The forthcoming master-plan community will comprise of four towers, and will jointly bring 2,364 new residential units to the site on Eglinton Avenue.

Condos

BC Spring Market Forecast: What Presale Buyers Can Expect In The Coming Months

To kick off 2024, the presale market in Metro Vancouver has been a bit better than perhaps some were expecting, but also not great. So, what's next?

Renting

Updates To RentSafeTO Include More Inspections, Steeper Fines

Toronto City Council approved a series of “updates” to RentSafeTO last week, and among those were new parameters for city inspections, a more hands-on system for tenant complaints, and increased fees for non-compliance.

Transportation

The Most Affordable Spots To Buy A Home Along The GO Station Line: Report

​Zoocasa crunched the numbers to see where it’s the most affordable to buy a home along the GO Station line.

Industry

Nexii Building Solutions, Under Creditor Protection, Sells Subsidiaries For $3M

After previously reaching "unicorn" status with a $1B valuation and hitting $2B, BC-based green construction company Nexii Building Solutions filed for creditor protection in January.

Affordable Housing

City Files Plans For Milestone ‘Housing Now’ Development In Scarborough Centre

“The proposed development, being advanced as part of the City’s Housing Now program, represents one of the largest affordable housing projects in Ontario in the past 25 years and the province’s largest co-operative housing development.”

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60 GTHA Condo Projects On Hold Indefinitely As Developers Pull Back "Dramatically"

New data from Urbanation shows that some 21,505 units that were on track to launch since the market began to slow down in 2022 are now “on hold indefinitely.”

Toronto

Toronto Named A 'Tree City Of The World' (Yes, Really)

For the fifth consecutive year, the Arbor Day Foundation and the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations has recognized Toronto with the designation.

Development Projects

RioCan Proposes 47- And 44-Storey Towers For First Phase Of Golden Mile Master-Plan

Pending City Council’s go-ahead, the towers would mark the first of four phases in a larger master-planned project from RioCan, the likes of which is expected to deliver seven new buildings and a public park over five development blocks.

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From Luxe-Forward To Family-Friendly, Mississauga Master-Plan Offers Amenities For All

Touting a myriad of amenities that range from luxe-forward to family-friendly, life at Canopy Towers 2 promises to entertain, enrich, and make your life more convenient than it’s ever been before.

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GTA's Liberty Development Corporation Leads The Way In Sustainability

Not only are their design-forward developments packed with all the modern amenities one could desire — while being recognized for their particularly functional (and easy on the eyes) suites — but Liberty Development also pursues green initiatives and uses various energy efficient technologies.