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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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104-Acre BC Estate With 1-Km Of Shoreline Hits Market For $20M

This Pender Island home, complete with a 260-ft pier, was designed by Bo Helliwell and Kim Smith of Blue Sky Architecture.

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Canadian Housing Starts “Flat” In August, Expected To Trend Lower Into 2024

One economist says that although Canadian housing starts are currently above pre-pandemic norms, they are on track to trend lower “as last year's weakness in home sales filters through to residential construction activity.”

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Meet The Agent: Callum Wallace, Engel & Völkers Oakville

It's time to say "Hello" to real estate agent Callum Wallace of Engel & Völkers Oakville, who serves the west Greater Toronto Area.

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Famed Canadian Landscape Architect Claude Cormier Dies At 63

Claude Cormier was the creative visionary behind a number of iconic — and often whimsical — public spaces in major Canadian cities.

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Feds Holding Funding Until Calgary Ends Exclusionary Zoning

Minister of Housing Sean Fraser sent a letter to Calgary Mayor Jyoti Gondek on Thursday detailing what the city will have to do in order to receive money from the Housing Accelerator Fund.

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Important Details Emerge In Feds' Removal Of GST On New Rentals

​The Government of Canada announced they would be eliminating the GST on new rental construction yesterday, but did not publish the fine print until hours later.

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A Futuristic Architectural Gem Hits The Market In Trinity Bellwoods

Located at 44 Foxley Street in Toronto's Trinity Bellwoods neighbourhood, the $5.6M semi-detached home embodies cutting-edge architecture.

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Poilievre Housing Plan Takes A Page Out Of Ontario's Book

Dubbed the Building Homes Not Bureaucracy Act, Poilievre's plan focuses on getting municipalities to build more homes, and penalizing them for not keeping up with set targets.