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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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Industrial

Grosvenor Signs Doka Canada To 10-Year Lease At Annacis Island

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Boardwalk REIT, Desjardins Form $292M Western Canada Multi-Family JV

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REITs & Institutions

Crombie REIT Buys Safeway At South Surrey's Ocean Park Shopping Centre For $12.7M

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REITs & Institutions

Allied Properties REIT Sells Dominion Square, 5 Other Toronto Assets For $123M

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H&R REIT To Be Acquired In $6.7-Billion Deal With GO Residential

​The buyer group includes GO REIT, Blackstone Real Estate, Crestpoint Real Estate Investments, PSP Investments, and CRAL.

Listed Luxe

Sprawling High Park Estate Comes With Decked-Out Garage 'Lounge'

​Built in 1924 for the founder of Canada Metal Co., this fully renovated High Park-Swansea estate is listed at $6,750,000, and comes complete with an entertainment lounge in the three-bay garage.

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Ontario New-Home Sales Ticked Up In Q2, HST Rebate Program Credited: BILD

​Overall, there were reportedly 8,410 new home sales in Ontario in the second quarter of 2026, 4765 of which were incremental and attributable to the HST rebate program.

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Private 93-Acre Turnagain Island On BC's Sunshine Coast Sells For $13M

​The sale of Turnagain Island is the highest-value residential property transaction ever recorded on the Sunshine Coast, according Sotheby's International Realty Canada.

Industry

40 Under 40 Finalists For 2026 Just Revealed

​​After a record number of nominations, 100 finalists were selected to send to judges.

Development Projects

Sunray Group Buys North York Office Complex To Transform Into "Toronto Fortune Centre"

​Slate Office REIT owned 95 and 105 Moatfield Drive in North York, then sold the complex in 2022 to Visionary Holdings Inc., which ended up in receivership in 2024.

Breaking Charts

Toronto Home Prices Dropped Nearly $55K In July, Sellers Pulled Back

​GTA prices took another leg down in July, led by freehold homes, but a sharp contraction in listings suggests sellers are increasingly unwilling to transact at today’s clearing price.