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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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Development Projects

Cromwell After More Toronto Rental With 45-Storey Leaside Station Proposal

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Industrial

Beedie Breaks Ground On 60-Acre Surrey Industrial Park

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REITs & Institutions

Axia Real Assets Bids $1.23B For Plaza Retail REIT

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Development Projects

Grosvenor Ups Vancouver Mayfair West Master Plan To 2,600 Units

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Listed

Half-Acre Bluffs Listing Boasts Frank Lloyd Wright Connection (And Water Views)

​A half-acre ravine lot with water views, a Wright-lineage design, and nearly 1,500 sq. ft of outdoor space — all in Toronto. You can't blame us for swooning.

Office

Trophy Office Assets Standing Out In More Ways Than One: Report

​The bifurcation between trophy assets and the rest of the pack is not just seen in leasing activity, but also sales activity.

Industry

Experts On Canadian Housing: What You Missed At SiteSummit 2026

At SiteSummit 2026, three sessions dug into housing from very different angles: a market update, a materials-focused deep dive on mass timber, and a policy panel on what it'll actually take to make things move.

Development Projects

KingSett Buys Insolvent TAS Labatt Village Project With $84.1M Credit Bid

​KingSett Capital placed the two-tower TAS project, located at 7 Labatt Ave. and 77 River St. in Toronto, under receivership earlier this year.

Development Projects

TD Bank Places 27-Storey Burlington Waterfront Project Under Receivership

​The project by Core Development Group was set for 2093, 2097, and 2101 Old Lakeshore Road plus 2096 and 2100 Lakeshore Road in Burlington.

Under Construction

Expert: How Alberta Is Building Faster (And Ontario Could Learn From It)

​"The solutions are on the table. Ontario just needs to embrace them — as Alberta has done. The challenge is finding the political will to act."

Sold

Beaches Beauty Sells Over Asking After 6 Days On The Market

​For a 2½-storey semi with four levels of livable space, three decks, a separate basement entrance, and a short walk to Kew Park, Queen Street, and the boardwalk... the math made itself.

Industry

Moving Day: June 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 June 2026.

Toronto

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As a national statutory holiday, many stores, businesses, and services will be closed in Toronto on Canada Day.