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Toronto:

Sidewalk Labs Plans To Expand Toronto’s Quayside Project

Sidewalk Labs’ Quayside project is still in the consultation stage, but already Alphabet is asking for more.

The 5 Best Family-Friendly Neighbourhoods In Toronto

There are dozens of amazing neighbourhoods scattered across Toronto for residents to call home.

New TTC Subway And Streetcar Maps Make Commuting Much Easier

Transferring between the subway and streetcar just got a whole lot easier thanks to new maps from the TTC.

The Four Catch 22’s Of Housing Insecurity For Low-Income Torontonians

How Toronto’s housing support policies increase housing insecurity and the risk of homelessness for recipients of Ontario Works and the Ontario Disability Support Program.

Poor Little Rich City: How Much Longer Can Toronto Afford Austerity?

By the time John Tory’s mayoral term ends in 2022, Toronto will have endured 12 straight years of austerity.

Toronto Rent Continues To Top National Rent Report

Toronto continues to be Canada’s most expensive rental market, but with 10,000 new apartments completed in the GTA, rent in the city may finally stabilize.

5 Helpful Apps Every Torontonian Needs To Download

With more than 2 million downloads available at the App Store or Google Play, it can be daunting to know which ones are worthy of your time.

Young People Need This Salary To Survive In Toronto In 2019: Report

Toronto is one of the best cities in the world to find a job, but it’s also one of the most unaffordable to live in.

Torontonians Can’t Believe This Airbnb Listing Is For Real

A quick search for Airbnbs in Toronto proves there’s no shortage of stellar properties available for rent.

Home Is Where The Art Is: Toronto Artist Marc Cooper

Marc Cooper was well on the way to a successful career as a camp director when artistic inspiration struck.

Canada:

Are You Covered? What You Need To Know About Renters’ Insurance

It seems that every other week, there’s a news story about another apartment catastrophe.

Adults Living With Parents Aren’t Freeloaders, Statistics Canada Finds

Living with your parents as an adult might not be considered cool, but it’s become a necessity for many Canadians.

Canadian Cities Lead The Pack For North American Home Price Hikes

Canadian home prices have increased pretty drastically in the last five years.

International:

Ask An Agent: Can You Back Out Of A Signed Buyer’s Agreement?

So, what happens when you’re working with someone who does make you think twice? Nasma Ali shares her perspective.

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