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November 23, 2018

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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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CREA: Winter Storms Suppress January Home Sales

“The monthly decline in national home sales was driven primarily by less activity in the Greater Golden Horseshoe and Southwestern Ontario, suggesting that the story was probably more about a historic winter storm than a downshift in demand,” said Shaun Cathcart, CREA’s Senior Economist.

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New (Free) Guide Shows Toronto Homeowners How To Tap Into ‘Missing Middle’

​The guide is designed for those without a formal background in real estate development, but with an interest in densifying their own home or investment property.

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CIBC SQUARE’s Second Bay-And-Front Tower Reaches Full Lease-Up

​Once occupied, 141 Bay Street will be home to organizations spanning institutional investment, banking and financial services, legal and professional services, and natural resources and mining.

Development Projects

Peterson Ups Burnaby Blake Village Project To 5,250 Units As Site Prep Begins

​Peterson is revising the plan for 6800 Lougheed Highway after Burnaby introduced a new OCP and height-based development framework.

Renting

Rental Proving An Anchor In Canadian Real Estate For 2026

Activity on the ground shows rental housing isn’t slowing down. It's a realm of the real estate market that continues to resonate Canada-wide, month after month, in ways that suggest it’s here to stay.

Listed Commercial

Terracap, Great Gulf Move On From Long-Dormant King-Spadina Project

Over the years, they renovated the office and retail building at 401-409 King Street West, and later constructed a commercial building at 415 King Street West. The building was a longtime home to an LCBO before becoming home to Spirit Halloween and, more recently, the Toronto Night Market.

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Eric Lombardi 'More Than Likely' To Cement Run For Ontario Liberal Party Leader: Q&A

​"Ontario can do much better. It should be doing much better. And there's no reason why the next 25 years need to feel like the stagnation of the last 25. We really need a mindset change in this province. We can lead the world."

Industry

Moving Day: January 2026 Industry Hires And Promotions

For your information, reference, and networking needs, here are the moves, hires, and promotions the real estate and development industry saw in January 2026.

Affordable Housing

Vancouver To Develop Affordable Multiplex Via Housing Design Catalogue, Federal Funds

The 12-unit project is set for 3122 SE Marine Drive, will cost $8.5 million, and will make use of both the Housing Accelerator Fund and Affordable Housing Innovation Fund.

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City Council Advances 3 Projects Under ‘Toronto Builds’ Framework

Toronto Builds consolidates the eligibility criteria and requirements of Housing Now, ModernTO, and the parking-to-homes and public developer initiatives.

Condos

Should You Buy A Toronto Condo Right Now? Experts Weigh In

​Six months ago, we questioned whether it was a good time to purchase a condo in the GTA, and we tapped the region’s experts for insight. Now we're back with a winter check-in, asking: "how about now?"

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Home Relocation Project Brings 17 Affordable Rentals To Sunshine Coast's shíshálh Nation

For the shíshálh Nation, the work resulted in 17 below-market rental homes, jobs for local workers, and new opportunities for skills training.

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Build Canada Homes Pulls From Public, Private Sectors For Exec Team

“Recruitment for mission-focused priority roles is underway through platforms including GC Jobs," says a spokesperson, "and additional hires will follow as the Agency stands up the teams driving partnerships, Indigenous collaboration, investment, and project delivery.”​

Retail

Hudson's Bay Left Behind 15 Million Sq. Ft Of Space. What Happens To It Now?

Liquidating HBC's assets and closing all of its stores was the easy part — and has mostly been completed already. The hard part is determining what to do with the huge blocks of vacant space left in the company’s wake.

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GTA Home Sales, Prices Expected To Hold Steady In 2026: TRREB

Homebuying intentions fell to 22% for 2026, down five percentage points from last year, despite improved affordability.