December 29th, 2011
Beaney Institute, Canterbury (1899)
by Wikimedia Commons
One does not always have to be an architect to look at a building and recognize what architectural style it is based on, especially one of the more common styles. However, many people only know a little about the many different archetectural styles and are too busy to study any of them in detail. That is why I want to introduce you to one of the most famous styles, the Tudor. Read on and impress everyone the next time you discuss houses.
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December 20th, 2011
The fall months seem to have been a greatly successful with regard to the housing market in the Greater Toronto Area. November did not disappoint. On the contrary, it was all about increases! Not only did the number of homes sold through the Toronto MLS® system go up by more than 10 per cent over the year, but also new listings and, once again, prices did not fall behind.
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December 19th, 2011
Condos are more popular than ever. As one of my previous articles mentioned, hundreds of condominium projects have been launched in Toronto over the last couple of years and every one of them undoubtedly contributes to the spirit of our city. How should we deal with the rising number of condos being built? What is there to know about condos in Toronto?
A graphic Vertical Toronto recently published in the Star provides answers to these questions. It tells you everything you could possibly want to know about Toronto condominiums.
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December 9th, 2011
Over the past 10 to 15 years, the average residential real estate sale transaction has gone from a relatively straightforward deal to a more sophisticated business transaction. The basic mechanics remain the same: list the property, find a buyer, and close the deal. However, other requirements have made the sales process more convoluted, including disclosure statements, home inspections, environmental issues, and the Internet.
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December 6th, 2011
360 Bloor St. East #801
This approximately 1,518square-foot suite offers a south view and a central location at Bloor and Mt. Pleasant. The building is close to the subway, shopping, dining and entertainment, says listing agent Elli Davis.
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December 5th, 2011
While all the diverse food markets are fascinating, there are hundreds of markets of other kinds that are well worth a visit, too. Which are the best to experience at this time of year? Just think about it: as unbelievable as it sounds, Christmas is here in less than a month. Why not prepare for the happiest and most anticipated time of the year by visiting one of the world’s best Christmas markets?
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November 29th, 2011
RLP Shelter Gala
The 5th Annual Royal LePage Shelter Foundation Fundraising Gala was held at the Sheraton Centre Hotel in Toronto.
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November 29th, 2011
Tsukiji Fish Markets by Rory Hyde
The greatest thing about supermarkets is that they are practical: you can get almost anything you need in a space of a few square metres. Furthermore, plenty of them are open 24/7, so if you are craving ice cream in the middle of the night, you can just go and get some. Many of those who appreciate all of this will, however, agree that when it comes to shopping for groceries, there is nothing better than fresh food markets. Where should you go to experience some of the best markets the world has to offer?
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November 23rd, 2011
One of the things Toronto really prides itself on is its diversity and multicultural values. It does so by supporting immigrants and showing others that their work is worthy of appreciation. There is an institution doing this kind of work called the Toronto Region Immigrant Employment Council (TRIEC). Annually, TRIEC gives out Immigrant Success Awards, recognizing leadership and innovation in recruiting and retaining skilled immigrants in the Toronto region. Matt Galloway, host of Metro Morning at CBLA-FM, commented on these awards very accurately: “I don’t think you can state it clearly enough. This work is about building the city we want and making sure that the city we are in works for everybody who’s in.”
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November 23rd, 2011
Done Deal 35 Church Street, #504t
The owners of suite 504 can enjoy a view of the historic Flatiron building through a wall of windows offering a southwest exposure, says listing agent Elli Davis.
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November 17th, 2011
Once again, Toronto ranked first in a survey regarding Canada’s largest cities by such honourable institutions as the Association of Canadian Studies and the National Capital Commission. Sounds good? Well, maybe there is not so much to celebrate when it comes to this victory. The study found that Toronto is the least liked city in Canada, as about 19 per cent of Canadians marked our hometown in the most hated category.
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November 16th, 2011
Vintage Bathroom by 55Laney69
Do you ever think of how much of history lies in items or facilities you use daily? Look at, for instance, bathrooms. As natural as they might seem to the majority of us, bathrooms have not always been a part of everyday life. They do have an unbelievably rich history, however. If you want to learn a bit more about how, when, and where they emerged, read on.
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November 14th, 2011
October turned out to be another great month when it came to housing sales in the Greater Toronto Area. A fantastic 7,642 homes were sold through the Toronto MLS® system last month, according to the Greater Toronto REALTORS®. Compared to October 2010 with 6,504 sales, it is a rise of a very nice 17.5 per cent.
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November 11th, 2011
Once it gets chilly outside, all one wants to do is huddle up under the blanket on a sofa with a cup of tea or hot chocolate. Believe it or not, insects have similar intentions. Not that they want to drink chocolate, but as they have no body fat, wintertime is pure hell for them. Unfortunately, what many of them are looking for is a nice, warm home to survive the cold winter months.
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Keeping Pests Out During The Winter continued...)
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November 10th, 2011
Leaving children home alone for the very first time is hard to do for any parent. Many of us immediately imagine some of the scary scenarios from the Home Alone movies, but if you and your children are well prepared, their stay at home without you should go smoothly. What should you do if you have to leave your kids at home with no supervision?
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November 8th, 2011
Looking for some creative inspiration on dressing for your body type? eMbody Fitness has teamed up with MT Meikle.
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November 3rd, 2011
Farm on the edge of
Chesapeake Bay
Do you have your portfolio of condos, lofts, and luxury houses but still want to include more properties? Maybe it is time to consider investing in farmland
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November 3rd, 2011
Family Kitchen by Meaduva
The kitchen is a space that is commonly used by all members of the family. It serves not only as a work room, but it is also one of the main social spaces within our homes. Describing the history of the kitchen in all its complexity would take up a whole book (and some have attempted to do so — check out the Encyclopedia of Kitchen History by Snodgrass). I will voluntarily give up on such ambitions and provide you with a couple of fun facts connected to kitchen history.
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November 2nd, 2011
Trip Money by bark
Where is it more expensive to live, in Canada or in the U.S.? As surprising as it might seem, cities in neither of these countries is home to the most expensive cities in the world, at least according to Mercer’s 2011 Cost of Living Survey. Even the most costly cities here are nowhere close to the top five globally: Luanda (Angola), Tokyo (Japan), N’Djamena (Chad), Moscow (Russia), and Geneva (Switzerland). Still, it is good to know which places in Canada and the U.S. cost the most and, on the other end of the spectrum, which are the least expensive.
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October 31st, 2011
Steam Powered Patriotism
by Kenny Louie
The Canadian housing market seems to be pretty strong at the moment, and now we have the chance to see sales reports with updated results. The Royal LePage House Price survey for the third quarter of 2011 was probably the most exciting reading I have done in the past couple of days. Here is a break down of how home prices in the country have changed since the weakest period of the third quarter of 2010…
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October 27th, 2011
The thought of retirement brings out mixed emotions in most of us. Many people are relieved that they will finally have time to themselves, but on the other hand, leaving work and friends is hard. Your retirement, therefore, should be spent in the best place possible. Do we Canadians even leave our homes when we retire? If so, what are the best destinations?
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October 26th, 2011
African Kids by Khym54
This is the last article from Toronto charities series, but it does not make this kind of charity less important than the ones that have already been covered. It is essential for us, citizens of a country that is relatively well off, to offer a helping hand to those who were not born in such an amazing place and who, no matter how they try, cannot much improve their current situation.
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October 21st, 2011
While supporting the environment and culture in Toronto is a great thing to do and much appreciated, one cannot forget about helping fellow citizens in need either. Take a look at some Toronto charities trying to solve the difficult situations of many people living in this city and participate!
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October 20th, 2011
As boomers start retiring, Canada’s frenetic real estate market is likely to cool. Selling early could be a smart move
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October 20th, 2011
Blue And Pink Piggy Banks by Ken Teegardin
The very first thing you have to realize about the difference between residential and commercial financing is that commercial real estate can be represented by more than just shops, warehouses and machine shops. The margin between residential and commercial real estate can be quite blurry. Peter Kinch offers an interesting comparison.
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Residential Vs. Commercial Financing – The Difference continued...)
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October 19th, 2011
Drawing by Peter Lindberg
In one of my latest articles, I gave you a little insight into Toronto‘s environmental charities. The environment is not the only aspect of life we care about here, however. This city has a wonderful, vibrant cultural life, a large part of which are arts and culture related charities. Take a look at some of them, they might interest those who want to support culture in Toronto.
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Cultural Charities in Toronto continued...)
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October 13th, 2011
9 High Point Road
In comparison with the most expensive houses in the world, Toronto seems like quite an affordable place to live. There are no houses worth hundreds of millions of dollars here, but it is easy to find a handful of fairly highly priced homes. Check out these homes with the highest price points listed in the MLS system!
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October 12th, 2011
This past month was amazing, and this is not only because of plenty of fantastic events that took place in Toronto. Looking at the freshly released housing report from September 2011, one can be nothing but satisfactory news. Exactly 7,658 homes were sold through the MLS system in the Greater Toronto Area — up 25 per cent from the 6,138 transactions recorded in September of 2010.
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October 12th, 2011
Are you thinking about a cool way to spend an autumn afternoon in Toronto but you think you have seen everything? Perhaps you are a visitor who wants to experience something special. Visit some of the unique Toronto museums! We have hundreds of museums here, but I advise you to pay attention to the less typical ones.
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October 8th, 2011
Giving back to the community is one of the nicest things one can do. Networks for helping those in need are fabulously well developed and widespread in Toronto. There are hundreds of charities in our city devoted to various causes. To learn a bit more about them, check out the very useful guide to charities, charity-related events, charity jobs, and volunteering in Toronto on the Toronto Charities website.
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Environmental Charities in Toronto continued...)
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October 6th, 2011
Toronto is a city full of art. We have an amazing number of theatres, galleries, and museums. Sometimes, especially if the weather is nice, one would like to enjoy art without being closed in a dark building, however. This is easy enough; just attend some of the open-air art exhibitions in Toronto!
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October 5th, 2011
Every new condominium development project is altering Toronto’s look and dynamics a little. Thousands of new condos have been built in the city over the last couple of years, and this activity does not seem to be on the decline. On the contrary, there are more and more condos being built. More than 40 condo projects are supposed to be launched in Toronto this fall alone, and hundreds are already being built. Discover a few of the most interesting ones.
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October 1st, 2011
Power Station by Foto43
Have you ever heard people complain about how cities are dangerous and will damage your health? During the 2008 Summer Olympics, China had to take drastic measures to purify its urban air. Not only were residents discouraged from driving and factories shut down during this event, there were also air blowers and aircraft working to disperse the smog cover that normally surrounds Beijing. Despite all the efforts, athletes still complained that they had difficulties breathing and could not perform at their best due to the heavily polluted air.
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September 30th, 2011
The Annex by Zach
Spring and summer 2011 were pretty busy seasons in the Greater Toronto Area real estate market. Low interest rates are still fueling buyers’ activity and caused substantial activity in terms of sales. The average property price is rising swiftly, contributing around 10 per cent on a year-to-year basis.
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Homebuyer’s Strategy For Upcoming Months continued...)
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September 30th, 2011
Distinctive Women Magazine featured Elli in their latest issue of their Profiles of Distinction! This publication spotlights business women from a range of industries with their inspirational stories of success. It was made available in Friday’s edition of the Globe and Mail.
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September 29th, 2011
Toronto Harbour Sailing by Andy Burgess
Water-related activities, as I mentioned in a few of my previous articles, are an inseparable part of the lives of many in the Toronto area. As well as playing in the water: swimming, or fishing, there are many other possibilities for taking advantage of the vast number of lakes we have here in Ontario. Sailing is definitely one of them. Whether you are a beginner or an experienced sailor, Toronto has a lot to offer.
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September 26th, 2011
Done Deal 58A Oriole Road,
Toronto
In 2003, a builder constructed four semi-detached, brick and stone houses, including this one on a 20-by-173-foot lot. This property combines a variety of luxuries, such as ten-foot ceilings on the main floor, five bathrooms.
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September 24th, 2011
While people such as realtors tend to stick to traditional brick & mortar investments, there are certainly some intangible assets that can bring you a fortune later if you acquire them at the right time. For example, consider Internet domains. Believe it or not, realestate.com was just sold for a stunning $8.25 million USD.
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September 23rd, 2011
Done Deal 41 Elderwood Drive,
Toronto
Within two years this roughly 70-year-old centre-hall residence underwent an extensive makeover, evident from the sight of the new grey stucco façade, windows and red entry door to its manicured gardens.
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September 21st, 2011
TIFF 2011 Logo
The Toronto International Film Festival has just wrapped up for this year! One of the most successful and anticipated public film festivals in the world took place from the 8th to the 18th of September. Everyone who attended is still full of impressions and fresh memories, so let me summarize. Take a look at what the 36th annual TIFF gave us.
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A Look Back at TIFF 2011 continued...)
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September 21st, 2011
In the current edition of Post City Magazine our real estate experts revisit their bold spring predictons and look to the future. Elli takes part in the conversation, find out what was said!
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2011 Real Estate Roundtable Update continued...)
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September 20th, 2011
65 Harbour Square 1006
Views of the lake and manicured gardens can be enjoyed from this suite at Harbour Square. The two-bedroom, twobathroom suite has undergone extensive renovations and upgrades.
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September 17th, 2011
As great as Toronto is, the fact is that it is the most expensive city in Canada. Earlier this year, a study by the Mercer consulting firm named it the most expensive in the country. While the housing situation in Toronto has been very pleasant this year, housing is not cheap here either. Luckily, though, Toronto City Council has taken some measures to raise the supply of affordable housing.
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Second Suites in Toronto continued...)
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September 14th, 2011
Compared to many other North American cities, Toronto can be considered a safe place to live. In 2004, it ranked as the 103rd most dangerous place on the continent. Amazingly, crime in the area has been declining over the years, and in the period between 1998 and 2008, it fell by a fantastic 33 per cent. Of course, crime (in this article, we refer specifically to burglaries) does not avoid our city completely, but it happens to a much lesser extent than in many other Canadian cities.
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How To Prevent Burglaries continued...)
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September 13th, 2011
We live in rushed times, my friends. Many of us spend very few hours at home everyday. When we are home, we want to sleep, spend time with our kids, cook, clean up, and take care of the garden at the same time. Of course, that is impossible. A great solution for those who can afford it is to hire help. The same goes for those who do not work all the time but still want to enjoy their lives instead of taking care of the house. What type of things should you consider when hiring domestic help?
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September 13th, 2011
With another month passing, a new GTA housing report has been released! Here is the news. Last month, 7,542 sales through the Toronto MLS system were reported by Greater Toronto Realtors. In comparison with August 2010 and its 6,083 sold homes, it is a very nice, 24 per cent increase. Thus, despite a “less certain economic outlook,” the housing situation in our area is quite satisfactory.
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September 10th, 2011
When you buy a newly built home in Toronto, it is by default subject to Tarion’s ‘new home insurance.’ New home insurance is implicit, universal, and designed primarily to protect new-home buyers’ investments.
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September 10th, 2011
149 Cranbrooke Avenue
The Action
The doors to this three-bedroom house in Lawrence Park were open for 66 potential buyers who scheduled showings in advance.
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September 8th, 2011
35 High Park Boulevard
On a 40- by 111-foot corner lot just a few hundred metres east of High Park, this three-storey house was given a public open house and four days of market exposure before any offers were reviewed.
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September 7th, 2011
We are very lucky to have thousands of lakes and hundreds of kilometres of fresh water in Ontario. Some people take advantage of the opportunities to relax on the water to the fullest by not only swimming and sunbathing, but also spending hours entertaining themselves with one of the most popular outdoor hobbies in Canada: fishing. Discover the possibilities of fishing in and around Toronto!
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September 1st, 2011
Calling Woman by Randy Kashka
Life is full of myths. People love to create and spread them. Unsurprisingly, there are many myths surrounding real estate agents as well. Those who have seen American Beauty or other movies that strongly feature a realtor automatically assume that all the agents are like Carolyn Burnham (played by Annette Bening). This is not true, of course. Some of these myths are pretty nasty, too. Let us take a closer look. Which of the famous real estate myths are not quite true?
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August 31st, 2011
When you are house hunting, one of the most useful ways to spend a lovely afternoon is to go to a few open houses. This gives you the opportunity to compare, and possibly choose, the home of your dreams. There are both positives and negatives to open houses, but the reality is that they are often an essential part of the home-selling process.
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Open Houses: A Guideline continued...)
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August 23rd, 2011
Royal Conservatory of Music by B Sutherland
A friend of mine recently visited London and came back to Toronto fascinated by the overwhelming royal atmosphere in the city. This makes sense as Queen Elizabeth II is our queen, after all. There are some special royal landmarks in Toronto — hundreds of them, actually. Take a look.
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August 18th, 2011
Sometimes it is not easy to be vegetarian. It is not because of giving up meat, but thanks to meat-loving friends who often tend to forget that their vegetarian buddies might not want to spend every Friday night at a steak bar. In some restaurants, it is exceptionally hard to order a delicious vegetarian dish. Luckily, Toronto does not ignore vegetarians, and there are plenty of places to go if you want to enjoy good, meatless food.
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Toronto and Vegetarians continued...)
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August 17th, 2011
41 elderwood drive
THE PLACE: Georgian-style mansions in Forest Hill might seem like they’re a dime a dozen, but this one stands out, with a front yard sculpted by Eden Tree Design and a bright red door à la American Beauty.
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August 17th, 2011
Think of the dirtiest spots in your home. Where are they? I am almost positive most of us would think it is the trash can or the toilet. Wrong answer, my friends. The real dirt is somewhere completely different. It is a little funny that we are often trying to be as hygienic as possible, walking around the house with a duster, washing our hands all the time, using antibacterial gels, and so on. When trying to get rid of all the dirt, we often tend to neglect the places that seem clean enough, but are, in fact, the least clean. Let us take a closer look and discover the places that have much more bacteria than you would even imagine.
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August 12th, 2011
Do you think you know everything about your city? I thought I knew a lot, too. Once I began researching a little, however, I was surprised by how little I knew about my beloved Toronto. While I do realize that it is an amazing, important and unbelievably diverse place, learning new Toronto trivia is always exciting!
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August 12th, 2011
We often talk about selling Toronto homes — condominiums and houses alike — and relocating to new properties, but sometimes you may need to sell a house that you have held as investment property. If you own an investment property, you most certainly would have found a tenant to help you improve your return on investment.
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August 10th, 2011
Another month has passed, which means another report about the real estate situation in the Greater Toronto Area — and a pleasant one, too! According to Greater Toronto REALTORS®, July was a very successful month. In July, 7,922 sales via the MLS system were recorded — up 23 per cent from the numbers seen in July 2010.
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August 10th, 2011
SummerWorks Festival
The lively and vibrant theatre district forms an inseparable part of Toronto‘s spirit. Our city can be proud of being the top theatre destination in the English-speaking world, with only New York City and London beating the Toronto theatre district in size. Hundreds of culture lovers stop by Toronto specifically to see one of the amazing Broadway-style musicals or classical plays.
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August 4th, 2011
Jogging became a very popular form of physical activity a couple of decades ago. It is a fabulous way to stay fit, and a growing number of those who want to keep in shape favour this type of exercise. Take a walk around a park when the weather is nice and no matter what time of the day it is, you will likely see plenty of people jogging or running, staying healthy and burning calories. Hundreds of employees actually prefer to go jogging during their lunch break than to sit around.
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August 2nd, 2011
Summer Fun by gfpeck
Summer is officially here! I know this statement does not surprise you, but I want to emphasize that we should not limit enjoyment of the warmer weather to our lifestyle — we should try to bring summer to our homes, too. I can guarantee you that almost anyone will be happier and in a better mood living in a home that radiates summer. What can we do to bring a summer atmosphere to our homes, and how is it possible to have a home fully adjusted to this time of the year? The answer, as you might have suspected, is not simple. There are some steps we can take to help get started, however. Here are some of them!
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July 29th, 2011
40 sylvan valleyway
The Action: In a boutique building off Avenue Road, which is home to fine shops and restaurants, this two-bedroom penthouse racked up nearly 40 private showings.
What They Got: In one of the only condominium residences built in the 1980s, this sixth floor suite displays granite counters and tiled floors in the kitchen and broadloom carpeting in the bedrooms and combined living and dining area, which has a balcony facing east.
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July 28th, 2011
Sometimes after a long, hot, busy summer day, I wish I could go home, jump in a pool and relax. I am sure you know the feeling, however not everyone has a pool at home. As Torontonians, we are extremely lucky to live in a city situated right on Lake Ontario, which gives us many opportunities to spend the day by the water. So where can we to enjoy the refreshing water in and around Toronto?
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Enjoy Water in Toronto continued...)
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July 25th, 2011
If you have ever taken out a loan or a mortgage, you know that you must usually pay your dues back in even monthly instalments. Over the lifetime of your loan, these instalments will cover both the face amount of your loan or mortgage as well as all the interest that you incur (on the face amount).
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July 21st, 2011
Ruins by Shandchem
Are you familiar with the three oldest buildings in the world? There are unsurprisingly disputes about this issue. It is extremely hard to be sure about the exact age of a building, and it is possible that some very old buildings remain to be discovered. Nonetheless, here are three buildings that belong among the oldest in the world, even though we can not say conclusively that they are the oldest. We can almost certainly state that neither the pyramids nor Stonehenge are the oldest, even if this is a common belief.
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July 19th, 2011
Movie Night by Ginny
It‘s movie time again! This time, I‘m going to talk about movies that were not only shot but also set in Toronto. Their number is much lower than those that were only filmed here, but some are definitely worth seeing. The following films are not Canadian productions, however, so they have made our city better known internationally.
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July 14th, 2011
Staging (for) the Perfect Home Sale
When you’re having a wedding, you want everything to look great. Even though your beloved partner is up for it and you don’t have to convince anyone of the fact that you’re just wonderful together, you make the effort to prepare an immaculate event that looks amazing and is unforgettable. Would you do the same when selling your house?
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July 13th, 2011
Colours play a leading role in interior design. There is much more to colour schemes than just individual taste as your home’s “soul” can be determined by this palette. You may not even realize it, but a room can feel more comfortable, bright or elegant simply due to the colours you have chosen. How to select the right colours can be difficult, though.
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July 13th, 2011
Working with Elli Is Great
Did you find working with Elli Davis and her team to be a positive experience? Tell us why. Tell everybody why!
Elli Davis has been working in real estate since 1983. She has now far surpassed her 25-year mark. Elli has also been Canada’s #1 real estate agent for Royal LePage for 12 consecutive years. As if that weren’t enough, Elli was Toronto’s #1 Realtor® for 22 years in a row, which is most of her real estate career!
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July 13th, 2011
Last month was all about increases when it came to housing in the Greater Toronto Area. Not only were the usual price rises recorded, but sales also grew. As reported by Greater Toronto REALTORS®, 10,230 homes were sold in the area through the MLS system. This is 21 per cent higher than the result from June of last year.
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July 7th, 2011
Chicago Poster
Movies are an amazing topic for discussion. Everyone has their favourites, and many envy the lives of their favourite characters from film. Over the years, a great many movies and TV series have been shot in Toronto, and many of them are very well known. Most, however, are not actually set in the city, so few people know that they’re seeing Toronto and not New York City or Chicago, or any of the other cities Toronto gets casted as. Here are just three of the best known films from the past ten years that you might not have known were filmed in our city.
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July 7th, 2011
What an interesting and funny wooden fence! This Photo of the Day was captured by the photographer Bonnie Lynn inside the green and beautiful Bedford Park neighborhood.
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July 7th, 2011
Toronto is one of North America’s safest major cities. Living here is a pleasant experience, and many people dream of living in Canada’s largest city. Our beloved hometown, however, has its shady corners as well, and they are the places to be wary about. Let’s see which Toronto neighbourhoods are the safest and which are the most dangerous. (Please keep in mind that even the most dangerous Toronto neighbourhoods are really quite safe compared to other metropolises in the world.)
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July 4th, 2011
Despite the fact that the Allebnby Theatre is situated far away from the also called Allenby Neighborhood it is worth to see and visit. Thanks to the photographer Josip Mravicic we can enjoy the incredible view of the night lightning theater.
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July 3rd, 2011
Picnics are an inseparable part of spring and summer. Isn’t it amazing enjoying a lovely meal outdoors surrounded by friends?
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June 30th, 2011
Mountains Beach thats French Riviera
by Arthur Caranta
Buying a home is not an easy task. For the majority of us, price is among the most important concerns of the purchase.
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June 27th, 2011
508 Vesta Drive, Toronto
Asking price: $1,495,000
Selling Price: $2,100,000
Taxes: $9,618 (2011)
Days on the Market: 7
The Action: On top of a busy open house one weekend, more than 50 parties arranged for a private visit of this historic Tudor residence in Forest Hill.
508 Vesta Drive
Priced for less than $1.5-million, a bidding war quickly erupted between a dozen buyers on the day offers were accepted. The offer accepted added $605,000 to the list price.
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June 25th, 2011
What is it like to spend summertime in Toronto? If you follow the right events, it can be pretty amazing!
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June 24th, 2011
The Bedford Park subway stairs became an great inspiration for the photographer Dan Iggers, who decided to capture the breathtaking atmosphere inside the Lawrence Station.
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June 22nd, 2011
So small — and yet they can make our lives so much harder. Yes, I’m talking about bugs.
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June 21st, 2011
A landmark building in the Deer Park neighbourhood is being converted from a commercial office building to luxury condos. The Imperial Oil building at St. Clair Avenue West and Avenue Road will soon to be home to multi-million dollar suites, but is disclosing some very interesting secrets of its past during conversion. Lindsay Forsey of the National Post uncovers them in this feature.
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June 18th, 2011
Life is not a fairytale, but why not to try to make it one? This approach has been taken by a number of people who didn’t want to live in ordinary houses, and who have created something completely different — something magical. Take a look at seven designs that could be from a fairytale.
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June 16th, 2011
Are you curious about the current housing situation in the Greater Toronto Area? Here‘s some hot news!
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June 13th, 2011
In one of my latest articles, I suggested a couple of interesting vacation destinations all over the Americas.
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June 10th, 2011
As the weather gets hotter, the idea of having a swimming pool at home becomes increasingly attractive.
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June 9th, 2011
Vacation season is approaching quickly. Many of you are probably pondering where to spend a couple of weeks this summer. Let me offer you a little inspiration. Here is a list of ten places in the Americas (and the Caribbean) that are definitely worth a visit.
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June 9th, 2011
On the Avenue
On the Avenue is not just another retirement residence. Our goal is to be an active and vibrant part of the community and a partner to our neighbours and merchants while providing the best in services and attention to detail to our residents, their families and guests.
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June 9th, 2011
Elli at the BESS Graduation
Interval House started the BESS (Building Economic Self-Sufficiency) program over 10 years ago in response to what abused women needed: stability. Many of these women were afraid that if they left their partners, they would struggle to make ends meet, raise their children in poverty, and never achieve the life they wanted for themselves.
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June 9th, 2011
Photo by Zitona
Unless you’re still a student, I bet you’ll agree that reading books is one of the best ways to relax peacefully in our busy lives. Books are compact and widely available; they come in many forms and sizes and offer food for thought for people of any cognitive capacity.
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June 8th, 2011
China House Dining Room
China House’s successful “UpTown Cabaret” continues its tradition of delicious food and lively entertainment in a unique dining room.
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June 8th, 2011
66 Russell Hill Road
Built in the late 1920s in the French Normandy style with a brick and Indiana limestone exterior, this stately South Hill home is impressive yet unassuming. “It exudes charm but is subtle and refined, genteel and reserved, a true reflection of its creators,” says listing agent Jonathan Ferrier of Royal LePage Real Estate Services…
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June 5th, 2011
Happiest cat in America by styro
Many children dream of owning a pet, maybe a cat or a dog. Parents might not be thrilled about the idea, but to make their loved ones happy, many eventually give in.
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Your Home and Pets continued...)
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May 31st, 2011
Old city hall by J Sam
Toronto is a wonderful city. In its 177-year history, it has accomplished considerable achievements. What I find most fascinating about the city is its combination of old and modern styles.
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May 29th, 2011
22 Wellesley St. E. #406
This corner suite has a popular split-bedroom floor plan and two full bathrooms. Concrete walls and ceilings give it a lofty feeling and a cool modern vibe in midtown/downtown, says listing agent Elli Davis.
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May 28th, 2011
Average Home Prices Over the Year
Average home prices are one of the most important real estate indicators that show how strong the real estate market is. When is the best time to buy or sell? What factors can change predicted prices? And what should you expect in the coming months? We used data from the Toronto Real Estate Board to answer these questions.
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May 26th, 2011
A few days ago when I was online searching for real estate news, I realized again how much easier our lives have become since we started using the world wide web.
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May 26th, 2011
12 Woodlawn Avenue
“The appeal was that it was in a small [building], is steps to Yonge Street and is in very good move-in condition,” says agent Elli Davis. “It went really quickly because they don’t come up too often in the building.”
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May 25th, 2011
95 Donwoods
“The appeal was definitely the size of the home and more specifically the location and the lot size,” agent Elli Davis says.
“It was beautifully situated in the woods of Hogg’s Hollow and quite deeply set back from the street, so it was very serene.”
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May 24th, 2011
66 Collier Street
With the exception of this building, “two-bedroom-plus-den [units] are not that easy to find,” says agent Elli Davis.
“This required someone who wanted to renovate and do their own finishings, so the pricing was very attractive for over 1,800-square-feet at Yonge and Davenport.”
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May 23rd, 2011
Summer in Toronto has an abundance of cultural events. The Princess of the Wales theatre will welcome Hugh Jackman in Concert in about a month.
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May 20th, 2011
With the first half of the month over, I suspect people following the Greater Toronto Area housing situation are already curious about sales.
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May 19th, 2011
Here are some of the many events you can enjoy in Toronto this long weekend. There is something for everyone from music to Victoria Day celebrations!
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May 18th, 2011
Bicycle and shadows by Ed Yourdon
With the new bike sharing program being launched in Toronto and the increasing number of bikes on the streets of the city, I have been thinking about bicycles as a means of transport more and more.
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May 17th, 2011
Do you like adrenaline? If you do, you are going to love this! Starting in August of this year, you will be able to enjoy a new, absolutely special “attraction” near the very top of the Toronto‘s famous CN Tower. If you don‘t like heights, you had better stop reading now!
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May 16th, 2011
Here is some more good news concerning the Canadian economy!
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May 15th, 2011
rosedale 1
Looking for a place to play golf within the figurative walls of Toronto?
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May 14th, 2011
Toronto sunrise by paul dex
Fabulous news! Toronto is the second best city in the world according to the recently released fourth annual PricewaterhouseCooper’s Cities of Opportunity list.
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May 13th, 2011
As the weeks go by, more and more Torontonians are supporting our Mayor, Rob Ford.
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May 12th, 2011
Red Box at Night 1
It is amazing when you start getting offers days after you first listed your home on MLS and/or online.
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May 12th, 2011
Back of the Metro Toronto
Convention Centre by jbcurio
Do you have plans for the weekend yet?If not, you might be interested in a spiritual well-being conference with the very encouraging title, “I Can Do It!”
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May 11th, 2011
Toronto zoo by derekp
My dear Torontonians, here are some interesting events you can attend (for almost free) in our city from this Friday, May 13 to Thursday, May 19!
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May 10th, 2011
multiple job offers by o5com
Home sales in the Greater Toronto Area and increasing consumer confidence definitely weren‘t the only positive components of the Canadian economy in April!
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May 10th, 2011
2010 Chairman’s Club
The annual Chairman’s Club Retreat took place at Laguna Beach, California this year. Chairman’s Club recognizes the top 1% of the Royal LePage residential sales force in Canada.
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May 9th, 2011
Spring of 2011 has been a good period for home sales in the Greater Toronto Area, and April was no exception.
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May 9th, 2011
7th Hole by iskir
Continuing our series on golf courses in and around Toronto, we are bringing you a list of a few golf clubs which are home to multiple golf courses.
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May 7th, 2011
The consumer confidence of Canadians increased in April, recent statements of the Conference Board of Canada show.
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May 6th, 2011
The birth rate situation in developed countries is quite tragic.
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May 5th, 2011
I’d prefer to write about something not related to politics, really.
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May 4th, 2011
Although I have already informed you about the March housing starts in Canada, Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation has changed its early April report slightly, which contained the very first numbers.
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May 3rd, 2011
Mother’s Day is coming soon! I want to offer you a few tips on how to spend a beautiful, spring Mother’s Day weekend in Toronto.
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May 2nd, 2011
Sun setting on Ontario Place by Loozrboy
Looking for a tip on how to spend a nice spring or summer evening? Visit Ontario Place!
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May 2nd, 2011
We love to tell you about more local golf courses to try out in Elli Davis’ Toronto Golf Guide. Last time, we brought you Brampton’s public golf courses and Markham golf courses where you can tee off this year’s golfing season. Being that there are a large variety of courses in the area we have enriched the guide with the following golf courses from the Caledon Hills region near Brampton:
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May 1st, 2011
toronto.bixi.com
Here are some updates for all green transit fans in Toronto. Since I wrote the article about the bike sharing program to be launched on May 3rd, a lot has happened. The program has launched its official website, https://toronto.bixi.com/.
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April 30th, 2011
Toronto is a city of the future! Foreign Direct Investment Magazine has conducted its first survey evaluating 405 cities throughout North and South America to find the best ones. I am proud to say that Toronto ranked very highly, and it rightly belongs in the top 10 Major Cities of the Future List.
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April 28th, 2011
The long-expected royal wedding is undoubtedly going to be the biggest event of this week, perhaps even of the year. Tomorrow, the whole world will be watching William and Kate exchange their wows. If you would like to see the wedding, you don‘t have to watch it from home.
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April 28th, 2011
14 Lawnhurst Blvd
The original owner has enjoyed this brick home for 65 years. “It’s well kept and very liveable or the new owners can renovate or build,” says listing agent Elli Davis.
The 50×125-foot treed lot is on a quiet street, she says. The front yard design was created by a landscape architect. The property also has an attached garage and a private driveway.
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April 27th, 2011
After slight declines were recorded in December and January, Canadian retail sales began to increase in the second month of this year. Retail sales in our country went up by 0.4 per cent in February and, if we exclude the rather unsuccessful automotive sector, the increase was even higher, at 0.7 per cent.
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April 27th, 2011
Elli's Toronto Golf Guide has grown a little larger! This time, we are bringing you Brampton's public golf courses that are ready to entertain you and your family and friends.
Learn the specifics of each course and make sure to visit each in turn. They are easily accessible from Toronto and should thus be on the top of your list.
(Last time, we introduced to you the Golf Courses in Markham.)
Check out one of the following courses and give yourself and your family an unforgettable day:
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April 26th, 2011
About two months ago, I wrote an article about the currently very popular Glee team performing in Toronto! If you couldn‘t get tickets and were disappointed because you really wanted to go, here‘s great news for you: one more show has been added to the two originally planned shows on June 11th and 12th!
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April 25th, 2011
“The Lion King” — I think just hearing these words makes many of us smile. Here is some good news for all Torontonians who love this story! The musical version of the infamous Disney classic returned to our city on April 20th!
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April 24th, 2011
Royal Ontario Museum by jphilling
The Easter long weekend is here again! Many facilities will therefore be closed in the city of Toronto over the next couple of days. Even though many people want to relax a little and spend quality time with their families, some of us might not celebrate, so I want to give you a few tips on which places to avoid, as they will certainly be closed.
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April 22nd, 2011
What a beautiful Photo of the Day! The photographer Senning Luk has nicely captured the ephemeral sunset in the Annex Neighbourhood.
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April 22nd, 2011
Photo by sapiensolution
As the weather improves, our gardens will become more and more beautiful. The pleasant scenery outside makes many of us want to spend time out of doors. One great way to greet spring is to throw a fabulous garden party. Here are some ideas for a spring party that you won’t forget!
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April 21st, 2011
The first two weeks of April are behind us and that brings a fresh Toronto Real Estate Board report with housing data for this period. Here it is! According to Greater Toronto Realtors, 4,444 homes were sold in the Greater Toronto Area in the first fourteen days of the month.
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April 20th, 2011
It has all been about ecology in Toronto these past few days! The 5th Annual Green Living Show was held at Exhibition Place last weekend. As usual, the Green Living Show attracted more than 400 varied exhibitors and even more environmentally conscious visitors.
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April 20th, 2011
92 Inglewood Drive
By Sydnia Yu
- ASKING PRICE: $1,880,000
- SELLING PRICE: $1,740,000
- TAXES: $13,999 (2010)
- DAYS ON THE MARKET: 118
- LISTING AGENT: Elli Davis, Royal LePage Real Estate Services Ltd.
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April 19th, 2011
Home prices constantly fluctuate in every country, but how have they changed over the year in Canada? You can find detailed information about this in the new Royal LePage House Price Survey. With markets recovering after the recession prices, quite naturally, have been increasing.
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April 19th, 2011
The Toronto Golf Course guide is being constantly updated with new information, descriptions and images which include those of five golf courses in Markham. These are conveniently accessible from Toronto and are therefore interesting to many of our golf-loving clients.
If you are up for a recreational game of golf, why not try out one of the following courses:
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April 19th, 2011
2 Chedington Place #3B
By Connie Adair
Perched at the top of a hill on the north side of York University’s Glendon College campus, The Chedington offers a treed ravine setting ideal for people who like some green to go with their urban home. It’s also ideal for dog owners — two dogs are allowed in this suite.
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April 18th, 2011
Rock walls of Casa Loma
by Austinevan
Here are a few events that you can attend in Toronto this week (April 18th-24th)!
- Quartetto Gelato at the Enwave Theatre
- Learn More About Toronto at Toronto Reference Library
- Sunday Brunch at Casa Loma
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April 17th, 2011
Lady Gaga dancers
by Naomi Lir
Popular music fans in the GTA have great reason to be excited: on June 19th, the 2011 MuchMusic Video Awards are taking place in the city and some of the biggest pop stars are going to be here. The controversial Lady Gaga is the first artist whose performance has been confirmed.
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April 16th, 2011
The Bank of Canada has again announced future plans regarding interest rates! Unsurprisingly, the Bank has kept its key interest rate at the level of 1 per cent, where it has remained since September 2010, Mark Carney announced in Ottawa earlier this week.
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April 14th, 2011
It sounds like the Toronto Jazz Festival is going to be a huge event this year. Celebrating its 25th anniversary, the festival will start with a free concert by the Queen of Soul, Aretha Franklin. A spectacular start, indeed — I think the organizers should be very satisfied.
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April 14th, 2011
2010 was the Royal LePage Shelter Foundation’s most successful year ever! Through the generosity of agents nationwide $1.8 million was raised, the number of commission donors increased by 44% and new records were set for fundraising events (like the National Garage Sale for Shelter) to help more women and children than ever before!
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April 13th, 2011
Interior Lights by A W
For many of us, our office is where we spend the majority of our time every single day. It is like our second home, so it makes sense that we should feel nice and comfortable there. But how do we accomplish that? How can you transform your office into a place where you enjoy spending time? Fortunately It really is not that difficult!
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April 12th, 2011
CMC Ottawa by sookie
Housing starts in Canada increased in March! According to data released by the Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation (CMHC), the level of starts in our country was 188,800 units last month, up from the 183,700 units recorded in February. Rural starts contributed significantly to the overall rise.
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April 11th, 2011
Princess Diana by Cliff
During the last couple of weeks, the media has been full of news about the long expected royal wedding. Here is something else related to the royal family which could be interesting for Torontonians, since we all will have a chance to take part in it personally.
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April 10th, 2011
Elizabeth Gilbert
The book Eat, Pray, Love is undoubtedly a bestseller. Its movie version, starring Julia Roberts, was extremely popular around the globe as well. Now the author of this fabulous, internationally recognized novel is coming to Toronto. Elizabeth Gilbert will spend the evening of April 11th at Roy Thomson Hall. Get a ticket and don‘t miss a chance to talk to this amazing author.
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April 9th, 2011
March is over and, as usual, a monthly summarizing report was published by the Toronto Real Estate Board. According to the report 9,262 homes were sold in the Greater Toronto Area this past month — which is the second best result for the month of March on record.
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April 8th, 2011
Suites at the Ritz Carlton
What a beautiful view from the new Ritz Carlton! Resale suites will soon be available…call today for details.
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April 6th, 2011
Toronto has a new Transit Plan! The Premier of Ontario, Dalton McGunity, and Mayor Rob Ford officially and happily presented their common solution to the transit situation in our city this past week. Let’s sum it up; here are some key points:
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April 5th, 2011
Here is some fresh (and positive) housing info from the Greater Toronto Area! Exactly 2,986 housing starts were recorded here in February.
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April 5th, 2011
Join some of Toronto’s most talented artists, accompanied by Mark Selby on piano, for an evening of pop, Broadway and film music! This event is a first time collaboration between
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April 4th, 2011
Politics aren’t generally among my favourite topics — which you may have noticed already, since I don’t write about politics often. However, the recent hot topic in Canadian politics is well worth mentioning: federal elections are underway, and they will certainly affect us all.
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April 3rd, 2011
Wonderful news! Torontonian artists will be using their talent for a good cause. On Sunday, April 17th, Toronto’s Illustration and Artistic Community is going to gather for 12 hours (from noon until midnight) to help troubled Japan.
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April 1st, 2011
The Canadian economy keeps improving! The fourth recorded growth of gross domestic product in a row was reported in January. As Statistics Canada announced, our GDP advanced by 0.5 per cent that month, mainly due to strength in the manufacturing sector.
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March 31st, 2011
Toronto certainly is a desirable city in which to live and work. The recently published third annual Scorecard On Prosperity reflects this. According to the Toronto Board of Trade‘s evaluation of 24 cities around the world, our city is the eighth most attractive in terms of work.
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March 30th, 2011
My fellow Torontians, here are a few events taking place in our city that you can look forward to during the first week of April!
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March 30th, 2011
- Zero Hour
- Harold Green Jewish Theatre Company
- Al Green Theatre (750 Spadina Avenue)
- Now through April 16
Zero Hour
Last night I had the distinct pleasure of watching Jim Brochu bring his brilliant, powerhouse performance as Zero Mostel in ZERO HOUR to the Al Green Theatre. Most of us remember Zero Mostel as Tevye in the stage production of Fiddler on the Roof, or in A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum, or even in Mel Brook`s The Producers.
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March 29th, 2011
Many people dream about working from home. Not having to wake up early and get ready in the morning is certainly appealing, isn’t it? Those who actually work from home, however, usually prefer getting out of their pyjamas and spending time in the company of people. What are some of the advantages and disadvantages of a home office? Read on to find out.
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Home Office: Pros and Cons continued...)
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March 28th, 2011
Elementary schools in our province are getting better and better, the Fraser Institute‘s Report Card on Ontario’s Elementary Schools 2011 shows. The report compares the academic level of schools across Ontario as well as any changes in their performance over the last five years. Parents are definitely going to appreciate this!
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Ontario Schools Improving continued...)
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March 28th, 2011
Elli Davis has launched a new golf guide for all Torontonians wanting to play on the countless golf courses in Greater Toronto Area. Starting with a breakdown of some remarkable golf courses in the area…
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March 27th, 2011
I think many people will agree with me when I say that Federico Fellini was one of the most famous and talented Italian film directors. Many people admire his work — myself included. That‘s why I am pleased to say that, thanks to the Toronto International Film Festival, the Fellini: Spectacular Obsessions exhibition is coming to our city!
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March 26th, 2011
Environmental issues are among the hottest topics these days! Just a few days ago, I posted an article about Toronto being the second greenest city in Canada. Now I have great news that the province of Ontario also wants to contribute to improving the environment.
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Earth Hour in Ontario continued...)
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March 25th, 2011
Elli & Other Toronto Realtors Discuss Current Issues.
The GTA’s top market mavens and mavericks congregated, electronically this time, to duke it out over their expert predictions for the next great rise (or fall!) in residential real estate. Let’s get ready to rumble!
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Post City Magazine Fall Real Estate Round Table 2011 continued...)
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March 25th, 2011
A record high number of new condos was sold in the Greater Toronto Area last month! For the first time ever, more than 2,000 new condo sales — 2,202, to be precise — were recorded in February in the GTA, according to the Building Industry and Land Development Association.
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Rising Popularity of Condos continued...)
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March 24th, 2011
Here’s some pleasant news for this nice spring afternoon: our city is the second greenest city in Canada! The Earth Hour List, compiled by the World Wildlife Fund together with Corporate Knights magazine, shows this very clearly.
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Toronto: A Green City continued...)
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March 23rd, 2011
Here is some very positive economy news from Statistics Canada: inflation data from February is better than expected! The core inflation rate, excluding eight of the most volatile items, went down to the lowest level since 1984, the year when Statistics Canada began tracking the index.
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Record Low Core Inflation continued...)
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March 22nd, 2011
Roy Thomson Hall by Sookie
This week I want to give you some for events you can enjoy in Toronto from March 21st to 27th.
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March 21st, 2011
Charlie Sheen. As unbelievable as it might seem, he’s one of the most talked-about actors these days. Unfortunately, it‘s not really acting skills that people discuss, is it? Nonetheless, I wanted to inform you, whether you are a fan or just want to see what all the fuss is about, that he is coming to Toronto next month!
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March 20th, 2011
Greater Toronto Area housing statistics from the first two weeks of this month have been published! It isn‘t really surprising — with 4,138 sales reported, there was a 5 per cent decline from the first two weeks of March 2010, when 4,353 homes were sold.
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Mid-March GTA Sales continued...)
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March 19th, 2011
After success in cities like Washington and Montreal, the long-expected bike sharing program is coming to Toronto, too! It is going to be launched in less than two months, on May 3rd. Be ready to see hundreds more bikes in the streets of our city!
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Greener Transport in Toronto continued...)
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March 17th, 2011
Cinnamon sticks by Robin
What do you notice when you first walk into someone‘s home? Often times you notice its scent before you see the decor. The scent of a house is actually much more important than it may seem. Make sure your home smells nice — it will help make a good first impression.
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March 16th, 2011
Lucky Rice Night Market
by Dumbonyc
One of my favourite things about Toronto is its many great restaurants. Currently a huge star in the culinary scene of New York, chef David Chang plans to broaden the variety of eateries in Toronto even further, as he will be opening two restaurants and a bar here in 2012.
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March 15th, 2011
Looking for something fun to do during March Break? Here are a few interesting events taking place in Toronto this coming week (March 14-20)!
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March 14th, 2011
The seasonally adjusted annual rate of housing starts in Canada increased from 170,600 units in January to 181,900 units last month, Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation reported. Ontario contributed very significantly to this growth, and multiple family starts were the main reason.
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February Housing Starts continued...)
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March 12th, 2011
The majority of Canadians believe they know what they’re doing when it comes to housing — at least according to the recently released 18th annual Homeownership Study released by the Royal Bank of Canada (RBC).
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March 11th, 2011
55A Avenue Road 412
On an upper floor above the Hazelton Lanes shops, this two-storey suite was a popular stop for house hunters, especially after the list price was reduced by $10,000.
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March 11th, 2011
- Good Mourning Mrs. Brown
- Princess of Wales Theatre
- Now through March 19
Mrs. Brown
Toronto audiences welcomed Mrs. Brown a year ago, but the critics were harsh. This year there is a new show in a new theatre and the results are the same. Although the audience laughed, applauded and gave the cast a standing ovation the critics have been as unkind as before, and I am afraid I am no exception.
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March 11th, 2011
The 2011 TD Canada Trust Home Buyers Report has been released! The online survey upon which this report is based was conducted by Environics Research Group between December 22nd and 29th, 2010. Exactly 1,001 people who had either purchased a home within the last two years or who plan to do so in the next two years participated. Here are its main findings:
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What Do Home Buyers Prefer? continued...)
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March 9th, 2011
Here is some interesting news about the awareness of the public in Canada. Although the recession in Canada has officially been over for quite some time, many of our fellow citizens do not seem to realize it yet, according to a new Canadian Press Harris-Decima survey.
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Canadians’ Feelings About the End of the Recession continued...)
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March 8th, 2011
Toronto City Hall by Loozrboy
Are we, the residents of Toronto, satisfied with the work of the city‘s Mayor, Rob Ford? In order to answer this question Forum Research Inc. has conducted a poll the results of which are, unsurprisingly, far from unanimous.
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Evaluation of Toronto’s Mayor continued...)
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March 8th, 2011
- The Lincoln Center Theatre Production of Rogers and Hammerstein’s
- SOUTH PACIFIC
- Toronto Centre for the Arts
- 5000 Yonge Street
- Presented by Dancap Productions
- Now through April 10
South Pacific
The current production of SOUTH PACIFIC makes its return engagement to Toronto! It was originally seen in this city at the Four Seasons Centre for the Arts in August 2010, and currently comes to us from New York’s Lincoln Centre.
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March 7th, 2011
Air Canada by BriYYZ
Great news for people who love to travel! As the Toronto Port Authority said in a statement released on Friday, Air Canada will start flying out of Toronto’s island airport (Billy Bishop Airport) starting on May 1st of this year.
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Toronto Island Flights continued...)
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March 6th, 2011
Film festivals are inseparable from Toronto culture! The Toronto Irish Film Festival is kicking off its first season March 6th. This festival will take place in the new TIFF Bell Lightbox, founded in 2009 and located at 350 King Street West.
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March 5th, 2011
Greater Toronto Area housing data for February 2011 has been published! As GTA realtors reported, exactly 6,266 homes were sold through the MLS system during the month.
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March 4th, 2011
The Bank of Canada did not surprise! Just as expected, its key lending rate remained unchanged at the rate of 1 per cent, where it has been since September.
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Interest Rates Stay the Same continued...)
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March 4th, 2011
- Book and Lyrics by Marsha Gordon
- Music by Lucy Simon
- Based on the novel by Frances Hodgson Burnett
- Royal Alexandra Theatre
- Now until March 19th
The Secret Garden
Francis Hodgson Burnett’s novel, The Secret Garden, upon which the musical is based starts in India where a cholera epidemic has killed Mary Lennox’s family.
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March 4th, 2011
198 Hillsdale Avenue East
There were up to 80 shoppers during two open houses for this semi-detached, two-storey house, including a handful of tire-kickers who came forward with written offers.
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March 4th, 2011
Elli Can Connect You
With Top US Agents!
Are you looking for a property in the United States? I can refer you to a top agent anywhere in the U.S. There are many great buys and our Canadian dollar is strong. The time is right!
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March 3rd, 2011
Photo by reid
Economic news is quite pleasing once again! Canada’s gross domestic product grew more than expected in the fourth quarter of 2010.
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March 2nd, 2011
Don’t you love it when you go outside and can feel spring everywhere around you for the first time after a long, cold winter? I know I do.
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Springtime In Your Home continued...)
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March 1st, 2011
19 Myers Lane
A $50,000 granite and maple kitchen and updated bathrooms are features of this family home on Myers Lane, says listing agent Elli Davis.
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February 28th, 2011
Toronto has a new nickname! Some time ago Eye Weekly decided to hold a contest to find the perfect new name for our city. After a few weeks of receiving suggestions from their readers the Eye Weekly staff chose the best 30 from more than 500 entries. A panel of judges then got together and announced the winner — El Toro.
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February 27th, 2011
The 2011 Toronto budget has been approved by City Council! According to our mayor, Rob Ford, his financing goals were achieved and he suggests that it makes for a fabulous day for the city’s taxpayers. But make your own judgement for yourself.
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February 26th, 2011
Housing in Canada has become more affordable in the fourth quarter of 2010, the Housing Trends and Affordability index report released by the Royal Bank of Canada shows.
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February 25th, 2011
61 St Clair Avenue West, No. 1503
In an older luxury tower known as Granite Place, open houses were not arranged for this two-bedroom suite. However, 51 requests for private showings were granted.
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February 24th, 2011
What is happening in Toronto over the next few days? Here are three interesting events taking place in the first week of March!
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February 24th, 2011
April 9, 2011 a 50th anniversary reunion will be held for the Camp Rockwood gang. Don’t delay in signing up for this celebration, a wonderful opportunity to connect with our former camp mates and conjure up memories! For more information, or to purchase a ticket, please go the Camp Rockwood website:
www.camprockwood.com
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February 24th, 2011
“Something for everyone…”
That, ladies and gentlemen, boys and girls of all ages (as the ringmaster would declare with megaphone in hand) is how to best describe the 2011/12 Mirvish Season.
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February 23rd, 2011
The Economist Intelligence Unit has just published the newest list of the most liveable cities in the world! The list was compiled taking into account a number of criteria such as culture, education, and infrastructure.
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Most Sustainable Cities continued...)
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February 22nd, 2011
Canada‘s inflation rate has decelerated in January, according to the data released by Statistics Canada. The pace of the consumer price index increase has fluctuated from 2.4 per cent in December to 2.3 per cent last month. The core inflation rate, leaving out eight volatile items, has slowed from 1.5 per cent to 1.4 per cent.
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February 21st, 2011
GTA housing data from mid-February has been published! During the first weeks of this month, 3,084 sales were reported by the Greater Toronto Realtors. Compared to the first half of February 2010, it is a 13 per cent decline — which at the first sight may not seem too good, however it isn’t bad when considering the record breaking past statistics.
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February 20th, 2011
Toronto is quite well-known for its many good restaurants, and now gourmets from our city will have another fantastic chance to explore the world of food. The eighth edition of our country‘s renowned international food and beverage exhibition, SIAL Canada, will be moving from Montreal to Toronto this year!
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SIAL to Take Place in Toronto continued...)
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February 19th, 2011
Another huge show is going to take place in Toronto in the first half of 2011! This article is probably going to be more appealing to younger readers, but the fact that one of the biggest music artists today is going to stop by in Toronto as the only Canadian city during the planned tour is definitely worth mentioning.
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February 18th, 2011
Here‘s some more pleasant housing news for you! According to Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation, housing starts increased from 169,000 units recorded in December 2010 to the seasonally adjusted annual rate of 170,400 units this past month.
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February 17th, 2011
Coffee Smiley by Brad
Here‘s some very positive economic news! The first trade surplus in 10 months was, quite unexpectedly, recorded in Canada in December! The surplus was actually the highest one since October 2008, reaching $3.0 billion, Statistics Canada reported. Just for comparison, in November, there was a (revised) deficit of $115 million. This is quite a change, isn‘t it?
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February 16th, 2011
Sunset by Paul
Many call Toronto Canada’s New York and yes; these two cities are somewhat similar. New York City is amazing but it is just a little too fastpaced and concrete-jungle for my taste. In my opinion Toronto is a much better place to live in, I could never quite get used to the hectic atmosphere of NYC. Toronto is also feels very safe to me, when compared to other large cities.
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February 16th, 2011
What a fabulous Photo of the Day! It looks like there is a fairytale gate inside the Lawrence Park Neighbourhood. Visit the St. Lawrence Park and you will see the magic going on. Thank you Aschton Pal for this amazing photo.
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February 14th, 2011
Good news! New home prices in Canada increased less than expected in the last month of 2010! After the November rise of 0.3 percent, economists predicted a 0.2 percent increase for December, but the New Housing Price Index (NHPI) only went up by 0.1 percent, Statistic Canada said in a statement.
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February 13th, 2011
Corporate Knights Magazine‘s 5th annual Sustainable Cities ranking has been released! It had some positive things to say about Toronto. With a score of 69 percent it has been, for the second year in a row, named the most sustainable big city in Canada!
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February 13th, 2011
Amazing sunset captured in Leaside, one of the most popular neighbourhoods in Toronto. This Photo of the Day was taken by the keen photographer Richard Wilson.
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February 12th, 2011
Glee is one of the most popular musical shows of today. We hear its name all around us: so many people have been watching the show on TV and listening to the music released on albums. People from Ontario now have a great chance to see the Glee cast live!
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Glee to Come to Toronto continued...)
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February 11th, 2011
The final month of 2010 saw the value of building permits increasing, a first in three months, according to a statement by Statistics Canada. After a considerable drop of 10.5 percent which was recorded in November, permits went up by 2.4 per cent to $5.7 billion in December.
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February 10th, 2011
Are you wondering how to spend some free time in Toronto? Here are some events taking place in the city next week, February 14-20. Get inspired!
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February 9th, 2011
January housing statistics have been published! Considering the record high sales in January 2010, they are not bad at all!
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GTA January Housing continued...)
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February 8th, 2011
Canada’s job creation was nearly four times more than originally forcast for January!
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February 7th, 2011
The environment in the GTA has improved over the last few years! Shown in a very interesting report card produced by the Greater Toronto Civic Action Alliance and the Toronto and Region Conservation Authority. It analyzed the GTA‘s performance in six categories: carbon emissions, land use, water and air quality, waste diversion and biodiversity.
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February 6th, 2011
Better times are ahead of us, according to the newly released Index of Business Confidence! It shows that Canadian business leaders' confidence in the economy increased to its highest level in six years during the fourth quarter of 2010. The index went up from 101.9, recorded in the third quarter, to 109.5.
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February 5th, 2011
Toronto theatre lovers, here's something to look forward to! After seeing great success in Europe, specifically Britain, a musical based on Edith Nesbit's 1906 novel "The Railway Children" will come to North America! Its debut will take place in Toronto in May.
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February 4th, 2011
Toronto is becoming more and more attractive to visitors! A record high number of hotel rooms were rented in the city in 2010, with approximately 8.93 million "hotel room nights" sold during the year, Tourism Toronto claims.
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February 4th, 2011
The house at 37 High Point Rd. in the Bridle Path is an enviable real estate investment for many at going-rate of $23-million. This home which has been featured on HGTV’s “Mansions” is the brainchild of developer Paul Miklas. One of the features of this home is that it is so huge that people drive by often to see it. Kent James, owner of Crystal Clear Maids drives through the Bridle Path on a regular basis and is impressed to find out the specs of the mansion.
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February 3rd, 2011
Good news! A pretty strong economic growth was recorded in our country in November. Canada's gross domestic product went up by 0.4 percent from October, which is its most significant increase since March 2010. From November 2009 the GDP rose by 3 percent, to a seasonally adjusted annual rate of $1.24 trillion, Statistics Canada reported.
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February 3rd, 2011
Winter in Leaside. This stunning photo of the day was taken by the talented James Carter in February, 2008. Some things do not change over time: fresh snowfalls will always give the city a magical feeling!
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February 2nd, 2011
The reviews are out! The Toronto Star’s Richard Ouzounian, hailed Christopher Plummer as an actor at the peak of his career.
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February 2nd, 2011
Moving into one household, how do you do it? Here I want to talk about how to combine belongings of two people and how to move everything from two places to just one.
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February 1st, 2011
Free Skating in Toronto by Bill Burris
Here’s another tip on how you can enjoy a couple of hours of free time in Toronto! Take your skates, warm clothes, thermos of tea and go skating! What’s even better, you can do it for free!
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January 31st, 2011
Looking for something to do on a chilly February afternoon in Toronto? Don‘t watch a movie at home or take a nap. Even though it may be cold, take a walk around the city, visit a museum or an exhibition! For instance let me suggest to you the “Art in Shoes ~ Shoes in Art” exhibition, currently taking place in the Bata Shoe Museum right here in Toronto!
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January 28th, 2011
Photo by Lara
Home prices in Canada declined for the third consequent month in November, according to the Teranet National Bank Composite House Price Index. After the September fall of 1.1 percent and an October drop of 0.4 percent, the index fell by as much as 0.2 percent in November.
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January 27th, 2011
Here is some positive news! The confidence of Canadians in the economy has increased in January! To be specific, the overall consumer confidence index went up by 2.3 points to 98.4. This is according to the TNS Canada’s survey conducted telephonically between January 10 and 13 on 1,015 respondents.
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January 26th, 2011
Each month Greater Toronto Area housing information is released midmonth and here is the update for January. When compared to the first fourteen days of January 2010, there seems to be a slight decline. Generally however, the sales can still be considered quite high, Toronto Real Estate Board President Bill Johnston said.
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January 25th, 2011
Canada’s composite of leading economic indicators rose more than expected in December, Statistics Canada reported. The index went up by as much as 0.5 percent from November, with 5 out of the 10 index components increasing last month. No noticeable change was recorded in 3 components and two of them fell.
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January 25th, 2011
The Leaside Curling Club: this stunning photo of the day was captured “in honour of the Olympics,” as James Gonneau the photographer of this image says.
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January 24th, 2011
Here’s some interest rate news! Just as expected, the Bank of Canada kept its key overnight lending rate at the level of 1 percent in January. Any future rises of the rate will have to be carefully considered, especially due to the predicted limited pace of recovery in Europe and a strong Canadian dollar, the Bank declared.
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January 24th, 2011
The International Monetary Fund has recently updated its World Economic Outlook report! According to the report, the world economy is going to grow 4.4 percent in 2011. This is a 0.2 percent increase if compared to predictions from October. In 2012, the economy is expected to go up by 4.5 percent, no change in the forecast here.
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January 23rd, 2011
Housing activity in the fourth quarter of 2010 was better than expected, Canadian Real Estate Association said in a recent report. Even though there was a drop in existing home sales in the biggest Canadian markets, recorded in December (from November), the sales activity in the country was above its usual December level.
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January 23rd, 2011
What a beautiful photo of the day! Nice shot captured by talented Katherine Mossop in her favourite restaurant situated just inside Leaside neighbourhood.
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January 22nd, 2011
My last long article was dedicated towards newlyweds. This one is partly related to relationships as well, but from a very different point of view. Unfortunately, a very high percentage of marriages end up in divorce. I’m not going to give you ideas on how to avoid divorce, since I’m not a specialist in this field; but I want to offer you a few tips on how to protect your credit during this not so pleasant period of your life.
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January 22nd, 2011
The 2011 Annual Demographia International Housing Affordability Survey has been published. It analyzes 325 urban markets across Canada, the US, the UK, Australia, Hong Kong, China, Ireland and New Zealand. The most affordable homes seem to be in Atlanta, while Hong Kong ranked as the least affordable market.
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January 21st, 2011
The state of Toronto neighborhoods seems to be worsening, a study released by United Way Toronto shows. The number of high-poverty neighborhoods in the city keeps on growing and over the last thirty years, it has actually more than quadrupled.
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January 20th, 2011
Here’s some mixed economic news! The seventh subsequent decline of the Canada’s trade deficit was recorded in November, Statistics Canada reported. The deficit quite surprisingly fell to only $81 million. Just for comparison, the 2010 record high trade gap, seen in July, was $2.44 billion. This is certainly a big difference, isn’t it?
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January 19th, 2011
Extraordinary and breathtaking photo of the day captured by the talented Jason Allies in the Leaside neighbourhood.
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January 18th, 2011
Photo by Mr T
Here are the promised overall 2009 and 2010 housing starts’ comparison details, as released by the Canada Mortgage and Corporation. The number of new housing starts in the country this past year went up by 19.7 percent from 2009, it shows. The total number of homes constructed in 2010 was 182,903, compared to only 149,081 in 2009.
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January 17th, 2011
Here is some more December housing news: housing starts in Canada decreased last month, Canadian Mortgage and Housing Corporation announced. Their seasonally adjusted annual rate went down from 198,200 units in November to only 171,500 units in December.
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January 16th, 2011
Construction site by Fuka
November 2010 was not a successful month for building permits in Canada, it seems. As Statistics Canada reported; the permits during the month declined by 11.2 percent to $5.49 billion. Not only that, this is the lowest level since September 2009 and the percentage decrease in November was the largest since February 2009.
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January 15th, 2011
The Bank of Canada is going to raise the interest rates in the first half of 2011! This is the opinion of the majority of Canada's primary securities dealers, the results of a recent Reuters poll show. It will not happen on January 18, as most of them predict.
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January 15th, 2011
In the early 19th century, the Mount Pleasant Cemetery was the only authorized cemetery within the city of Toronto. In 2000 the cemetery was designated a National Historic Site of Canada and today it is considered one of Toronto’s tourist attractions. The cemetery forms the north border of the Moore Park Neighbourhood and this extraordinary detail became the inspiration for this photo of the day captured by skillful photographer Daniel Varnus.
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January 14th, 2011
The end of the year was pretty successful in relation to the employment situation in our country, it seems. As Statistics Canada reported, approximately 22,000 new jobs were created in the last month of 2010 and the unemployment rate remained at the level of 7.6 percent.
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January 13th, 2011
GTA housing results are finally in from the last month of a turbulent 2010, and hence a brief summary for the whole year have been published! According to Greater Toronto Realtors, 4,395 existing home sales were recorded in December, adding up to a total 86,170 homes sold during 2010.
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January 12th, 2011
This great photo was captured after a snow storm in a neighbourhood park of Toronto. The photographer of this photo of the day is the talented Shahid Sharafuddin.
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January 12th, 2011
For some time now, we have been reading reports about how great the Canadian economy is and how well it is doing in comparison with other countries. Interestingly, a recent analysis by economist Jim Stanford from the Canadian Auto Workers claims the opposite of what we have heard over the last few months.
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January 11th, 2011
the two number ones in 2011 may seem quite magical. And how unforgettable would it be to get married on 11/11/11? I guess there are many couples who agree and will indeed say I DO to each other then. These days many couples move in together before the wedding, but here is some real estate advice for newlyweds, specifically those who are just about to purchase their first home together.
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January 10th, 2011
The first housing starts related article I am posting this year is quite positive! According to the Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation, housing starts in the Greater Toronto Area went up quite noticeably in November if compared to November 2009, and to the least successful month (regarding starts) of this year, October.
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January 10th, 2011
Breathtaking photo of the day captured by the talented Ned Lyttelton during a walk in a foggy David A Balfour Park located in the Sommerhill neighbourhood.
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January 9th, 2011
Toronto will be the venue for the shooting of another big movie in 2011, according to The Star. The movie, a remake of a famous 1990's movie "Total Recall" with Arnold Schwarzenegger, is supposed to start filming in Pinewood Studios in about two months, sometime in March.
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January 8th, 2011
Home resale prices in Canada decreased for the second time in row in October. That is according to the recently published data from the Teranet National Bank composite house price index. It shows that from September, the prices went down by 0.4 percent. However, in comparison to October 2009, prices were still up by 6.02 percent.
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January 7th, 2011
Photo by Pfly
Here is some quite positive, employment related news from Canada! According to Statistics Canada, average weekly earnings in non-farm jobs went up by 4.4 percent this October from October 2009. Weekly earnings two months ago were at an average level of $863.33.
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January 7th, 2011
Neighborhoods in Toronto are hiding different nice details, which ordinary citizen will not notice. Thanks to Becky Johnson, the heedful photographer, we can admire interesting public art made by two artists in collaboration – James Gauvreau and Anna Panchev.
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January 6th, 2011
Canadian Chamber of Commerce has followed a number of other groups and organizations and published its outlook for the Canadian economy! The economy is “chugging along but not at full steam”, the group said, predicting it would grow at an average annual rate of less than 2.5 percent this year.
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January 5th, 2011
Christmas 2010 is already over, but here’s some interesting research about the holidays anyway! The Toronto-based Martin Prosperity Institute has created a list of best cities for the kids to wake up on the Christmas morning. Unfortunately, there was only one Canadian city in the top 10 list.
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January 5th, 2011
Kelly Holiff
Kelly Holiff is thrilled to be part of the first Cabaret at the China House, alongside these other gloriously talented folk. She has been working professionally in musicals for 3 years now. Kelly is also an established solo performer who has created and produced her own shows in Toronto. She currently plays the role of Joanne in Rent, and you can catch her as Tracy, in Hairspray this summer.
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January 4th, 2011
Scotia Economics has released its new Global Real Estate Trends report! And well, it seems to be quite positive about Canada! Its housing market belonged to the best functioning market during this past year, the report states. On the other hand, it was also one of the most volatile markets in 2010.
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January 3rd, 2011
Great mood captured in this photo of the day! Thanks to John FitzGerald, the talented photographer, we can almost feel the freezing December evening inside the Forest Hill Neighbourhood.
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January 2nd, 2011
The year 2010 has gone by, perhaps too fast. Most people make resolutions related to themselves directly, such as: I will stop smoking, and so on. Let’s not forget about our home, though.
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January 1st, 2011
The International Monetary Fund has just released its newest outlook for Canada and its economy! According to the fund, after 2010′s expected growth of approximately 3 percent, our economy is going to grow by 2.3 percent this year.
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January 1st, 2011
This impressive photo of the day was captured at the New Year’s Day inside The Annex Neighbourhood. Thank you David Pratt for this interesting angle and composition study!
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