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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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Ontario Doesn't Have A Land Problem, It Has A Policy Problem

​"For too long, governments have acted as though escalating land prices are some natural phenomenon. They are not. They are, in large measure, the product of public policy."

Development Projects

Cressey Advances Burquitlam Condo Tower And Rental Build After 2024, 2025 Fires

​Cressey Development first submitted an application for 727 North Road in 2023. The existing rental building was made uninhabitable by a fire in 2024, and caught fire again in 2025.

Development Projects

Stafford And Deveraux Group To Bring 159 Rentals To The Annex

​914 Bathurst is the first of what the partners describe as a robust pipeline of purpose-built rental communities in key urban locations across the GTA.

Development Projects

StreetSide Proposing 35-Storey Condo Tower, 6-Storey Rental In Burquitlam

​The 400-unit project is set for 602, 606, 610 Tyndall Street and 605, 611, 615 Claremont Street in Coquitlam, and consists of 339 strata units and 61 rental units.

Economy

Bank Of Canada Holds Rate At 2.25% As Housing Activity Stays Muted

Trade uncertainty, a soft labour market, and affordability pressures are cited as headwinds for the housing sector.

Industry

Moving Day: April 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 April 2026.

Real Estate News

Real Brokerage To Purchase REMAX In $880M Deal

​The transaction unites Real's AI-powered brokerage platform with REMAX's iconic brand and global franchise network spanning more than 120 countries.

Listed

Dramatic Danforth Village Modern Is Not Like The Others

There's no denying that 83 Virginia stands out on the avenue. In fact, the contrast is kind of the whole idea.

Affordable Housing

Demand-Side Interventions Can Reduce Housing Affordability: CMHC

​Governments have good intentions, but analysis shows demand-side interventions can actually make housing less affordable in the long-term.

Real Estate News

How A Downsizing Slowdown Could Affect Young Homebuyers

​Research conducted by REMAX has found that among those considering downsizing, 73% expressed concerns about their options. That could have a wide impact.

Listed

This Leslieville Suite Makes A Solid Case For Loft Living

Unit 211 is a second-floor suite with east and west exposures, and something increasingly rare in Toronto: genuine privacy. No neighbours above. No neighbours on three sides. Plus cross-breezes all day and light from both ends of the suite.

REITs & Institutions

KingSett Capital, Choice Properties REIT To Buy First Capital REIT In $9.4B Deal

KingSett Capital will be acquiring around $4.4 billion of First Capital REIT's assets, while Choice Properties REIT will be acquiring the remaining $5.0 billion in assets.