4 h. ago From Toronto to Vancouver to Ottawa: The housing slowdown Is spreading 

Canada’s housing market is facing a structural challenge with immediate and long-term consequences: housing starts in the country’s largest urban centres are slowing sharply, with no signs of a near-term recovery. The Greater Toronto Area (GTA) was the first to see significant declines, followed by Metro Vancouver and now Ottawa. The pattern is clear, and […]

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22 h. ago Landmark Toronto tattoo shop that's been a staple for 20 years is permanently closing

Even if you're not a fan of body art, if you've ever been to Toronto, you'll likely recognize the black-and-yellow signage of Adrenaline, the tattoo and piercing shop that's graced the busiest stretch of the city's Queen West for well over 15 years.Though the brand was originally founded in New Jersey all the way back in 1998, it ended up evolving into a Canadian business, with studios in Vancouver, Montreal, and its youngest, in Toronto, opened in the mid 2000s — yes, before the newest now legal-age drinkers were alive, for perspective.It's remained a stalwart of the strip even as nearby staples like the Condom Shack, Zara, H&M, Adidas and others have fallen by the wayside over the years, and has perennially been known as a prime stop for walk-in piercings and ink, sometimes performed right behind the space's large street-facing windows for onlookers to gawk at.But, its once-secure tenure has co...

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27 h. ago CMHC reports annual pace of housing starts in July up four per cent from June

OTTAWA — Canada Mortgage and Housing Corp. says the annual pace of housing starts in July rose four per cent compared with June. The agency says the seasonally adjusted annual rate of housing starts was 294,085 units for July, up from 283,523 in June. The seasonally adjusted annual pace of housing starts for Canadian centres […]

Culture

3 d. ago Toronto Argonauts, B.C. Lions to play home games on the road during World Cup

The CFL will make way for the FIFA World Cup next summer. Both the Toronto Argonauts and B.C. Lions will play home games away from their respective venues during the World Cup, which will be held from June 11 to July 19 with contests in Canada, Mexico and the United States. Vancouver and Toronto will […]

Transport

7 d. ago Adair: How the city can help make housing more affordable for students

More than 600 students completed our survey, telling us stories of high rents, poor living conditions and landlords who failed to do repairs.

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7 d. ago FIFA is now hiring for jobs at Toronto games but there's a catch

The application process has begun for jobs at the FIFA World Cup in 2026 — but, these are volunteer positions.Approximately 65,000 volunteers will be hired before the World Cup kicks off on June 11, with open gigs available in the three host countries: Canada, the U.S. and Mexico.Vancouver and Toronto are among the 16 host cities, meaning FIFA is looking for a large number of volunteers in those two Canadian locales."Volunteers will provide support across 23 functional areas at official and non-official sites such as stadiums, training sites, airports, hotels and more," FIFA said in a media release.Those selected must commit to eight shifts between June 11 and July 19, 2026. No prior volunteering experience is required, though you must be at least 18 years old and eligible to volunteer in the host country at the time of application.Along with getting to be close to the action, food and drinks are also provided for volunteers during their shifts.Wi...

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7 d. ago FIFA is now hiring for roles at Toronto games but there's a catch

The application process has begun for jobs at the FIFA World Cup in 2026 — but, these are volunteer positions.Approximately 65,000 volunteers will be hired before the World Cup kicks off on June 11, with open gigs available in the three host countries: Canada, the U.S. and Mexico.Vancouver and Toronto are among the 16 host cities, meaning FIFA is looking for a large number of volunteers in those two Canadian locales."Volunteers will provide support across 23 functional areas at official and non-official sites such as stadiums, training sites, airports, hotels and more," FIFA said in a media release.Those selected must commit to eight shifts between June 11 and July 19, 2026. No prior volunteering experience is required, though you must be at least 18 years old and eligible to volunteer in the host country at the time of application.Along with getting to be close to the action, food and drinks are also provided for volunteers during their shifts.Wi...

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7 d. ago Ottawa Senators, NCC complete sale agreement for 11 acres at LeBreton Flats

The agreement tees up construction of an arena-led district with housing, retail and a hotel in downtown Ottawa.

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8 d. ago Conflit de travail chez Air Canada: des manifestations silencieuses dans les grands aéroports du Canada prévues lundi

Les agents de bord d’Air Canada vont tenir une action syndicale simultanée, lundi, dans les aéroports de Montréal, Toronto, Vancouver et Calgary.

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9 d. ago Air Canada flight attendants organize national action to protest working conditions

Media Advisory On Monday, August 11th , Air Canada flight attendants, represented by the Canadian Union of Public Employees (CUPE), will hold a simultaneous action at airports in Montreal, Toronto, Vancouver, and Calgary, to raise awareness among Canadians about ongoing issues related to their working conditions. Flight attendants are asking Air Canada to recognize the […]

Society

1 week ago Luxury Toronto hotel just sold and the price may have broken a record

The luxurious five-star Ritz-Carlton, Toronto hotel has officially been sold to a new ownership duo, following reports last year that the celebrity-frequented property was up for sale. Located at 181 Wellington St. W., the landmark hotel has been acquired by Pacific Reach, a Vancouver-based investment firm, and Toronto's Dilawri Group, Canada's largest automotive group. The transaction from Cadillac Fairview was completed last week for an undisclosed price. Despite the ownership change, the hotel will continue to operate under the Ritz-Carlton brand, managed by Marriott International, with no disruption to guest services. The two firms will serve as equal partners, with Pacific Reach taking on the role of asset manager, while Dilawri focuses on property enhancements. "We are thrilled to acquire The Ritz-Carlton, Toronto and leverage our years of experience owning and operating luxury hospitality assets, including the Rosewood Hotel Georgia, to build on th...

Economics

last month Tale of two cities: Why Edmonton builds homes faster than Toronto

Toronto is lagging cities such as Edmonton, Calgary and Vancouver, where housing starts are on the rise. They're falling in Toronto, and experts say city policy is a culprit.

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