2 h. ago Tenants file claims over unsafe living conditions at notorious Toronto apartment

Residents of one of Toronto's most notorious apartment buildings have filed two multi-tenant applications at the Landlord and Tenant Board (LTB), following years of maintenance issues and pest infestations. Tenants of 500 Dawes Rd. in East York are seeking rent refunds and action against the building's landlord, Carolyn Kreb, citing years of neglect and unsafe conditions. For years, tenants say the building has been consistently deteriorating, with reports of crumbling balconies, water-damaged ceilings, rodent infestations, and ongoing maintenance issues that have gone unaddressed. Mayor Olivia Chow toured the apartment back in July, and heard from tenants who noted the building's water-damaged walls, out-of-service elevator, and rusted balcony guards. 1/ TODAY:Tenants at 500 Dawes Rd will be holding a brief press conference at 12pm to announce the filing of two multi-tenant applications at the Landlord & Tenant Board500 Dawes is considered among ...

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4 h. ago Toronto residents share holiday wish list of things they want changed in city

The holidays are fast approaching, and while most are wrapping up their seasonal shopping rush, there are a few things outstanding on Toronto's wish list.blogTO hit the streets amid the holiday shopping frenzy to ask locals their holiday wishes for what they would most like to see change about life in Toronto.Among the many responses, locals mentioned some of the year's biggest conversation topics, including a desire for cheaper rent, more parks and green spaces, and less construction.It goes without saying that at least one person mentioned their desire to see the Toronto Maple Leafs' ongoing Stanley Cup drought finally end, but that's looking like an increasingly unrealistic wish for this season.A few people mentioned preserving and adding bike lanes on their Toronto holiday wish list, a polarizing topic that remained relevant through the year following a move by the province to ban new cycling infrastructure in late 2024.For some reason, someone even mentioned Lab...

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3 d. ago Toronto residents to pay an extra 3.75% for water and garbage collection

The interim fees are in place until Toronto City Council approves its 2026 budget.

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3 d. ago Snaile and Accessa Announce Transformative Partnership to Redefine Multi

Introducing Snaile Hub+: A New Era of Smart Access, Enhanced Living, and Turnkey Revenue Opportunities. TORONTO — As resident expectations evolve and buildings compete on experience, Snaile, Canada’s award winning smart parcel locker company, is proud to announce a groundbreaking collaboration with Accessa (formerly Koloni), a global leader in smart access and shared amenity technology. […]

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4 d. ago Here's why a Toronto nightlife hotspot is giving away 1000 free turkeys this week

A Toronto hotspot for nights out and celebrations is giving back to the community this week, handing out 1000 free turkeys to families in need.We're coming up on a decade since Toronto's iconic Honest Ed's closed its doors for good, but the memory of the discount store's legendary annual turkey giveaways still looms large.For decades, the Ed Mirvish-owned landmark saw throngs of Toronto residents in need line up to get their hands on a turkey for the holiday season, with scattered revival attempts occurring around the city in the years following the store's closure in 2016.This year, none other than upscale bowling alley and nightlife hub Ballroom Bowl will be trying its hand at handouts, giving away free turkeys to Toronto residents in need on Thursday, Dec. 18.It's an effort to thank the Toronto community for supporting the business for the past 15 years, the Ballroom Bowl team says."Supporting our city and our neighbourhood has always mattered to...

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4 d. ago Toronto residents think these bygone restaurants need to make a comeback

As exciting as it is to hear of all the great new restaurants that have graced the Toronto food scene lately, it's only human to lament old favourites that have since closed down.Whether it's a nostalgic chain like Lime Rickey's or a longstanding institution like the Black Bull Tavern, the city's history is replete with golden oldies that, though they've since closed their doors, remain alive and well in Toronto's memory.That's why Dished Toronto took to the streets to ask local residents, "If you could bring back one Toronto restaurant that shut down, what would it be?"Hey, maybe Santa's listening and Toronto's been nice enough to be granted one holiday wish. Maybe?Here's what some Toronto residents had to say:Flo's Diner"I wish Flo's Diner would come back up in Yorkville," said one Toronto resident.For over 30 years, the retro-themed restaurant was an institution for diner staples before its landlord ref...

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5 d. ago Car service for the Jewish community offers alternative amid antisemitic Uber incidents

This week, National Post reported on two more antisemitic incidents involving Toronto residents and the ridesharing company bringing the total to three

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7 d. ago Nick Jonas fans fume after Toronto brunch sells out in minutes

Nick Jonas seems to have upset Toronto residents after his upcoming Sunday Best brunch at Yorkville's Powder Room sold out in the blink of an eye when tickets were released Dec. 9.Jonas is scheduled to give an intimate performance at the newly opened supper club and cocktail bar on Dec. 14, to promote his upcoming fifth solo album, Sunday Best, hitting shelves on Feb. 6, 2026.Once tickets dropped, fans took to social media to express frustration over a lack of transparency, limited availability, and what some describe as a glitchy ticketing system.To be fair, the process seemed simple enough. Fans — myself included (come on, who wouldn't want to be serenaded by Jonas while enjoying a gourmet three-course brunch?) — were instructed to join the waitlist on the singer's official website to receive an email when tickets went live. Unfortunately, that email lost its way to thousands of inboxes on the morning of Dec. 9. Yikes.Screenshot via Instagram...

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9 d. ago TTC holiday train is back for 2025 and here's what it looks like

It's time to board the TTC's annual Holiday Train and kickstart the winter festivities.Starting Dec. 10, Toronto residents can hop on the train, which will run along Line 1 throughout the season. But the seasonal spirit isn't just limited to the underground subway. Streetcar riders are in for a treat, too.Four fully decorated streetcars — complete with wrapped exteriors — will also be hitting the streets to spread the TTC's festive spirit. One of them has even been transformed into an immersive experience with interior decor.  From the sounds of it, transitgoers have already started spotting the Holiday Train on Line 1, creating some fun buzz around the program. Of course, the city is no stranger to these decked-out trains, with the TTC introducing decorative trains during the holiday season — including a gingerbread-themed train in 2023 — year after year. TTC Holiday train at Davisville this morning. pic.twitter.com/K0cSVm...

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1 week ago WARMINGTON: Toronto’s hateful antisemitism arrives at Jewish residents’ front doors

Toronto Police have brought in the Hate Crimes Unit to investigate the theft of 20 religious mezuzas

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2 w. ago Customers furious over food prices at the newest Eataly in Toronto

Italian mega market Eataly officially opened the doors of its fourth Toronto location on Nov. 25 at the Eaton Centre, and the reviews are in.The much-anticipated marketplace in the mall features two dine-in restaurants — La Pizza & La Pasta and La Piazza — a grocery section for fresh foods, grab-and-go take-out counters, and a wine shop, Vino e Birra To-Go. It spans 25,000 square feet across two floors.So, what's the verdict?It seems a large number of Toronto residents are complaining about an overpriced experience at a time when many have succumbed to the effects of growing inflation in the city.A recent visitor took to Reddit to mention that "The takeout fresh pasta looked amazing until I realized the small box of raviolis was $25 or so."Another patron commented on an Instagram reel sharing similar sentiments. "No thanks. Overpriced food. You walk away feeling hungry."These comments align with another Instagrammer's concerns ab...

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2 w. ago Toronto Residents Say City’s Reliance on Land Transfer Tax Is Fueling the Housing Affordability Crisis

New polling shows growing frustration as Council considers yet another MLTT hike TORONTO, Dec. 04, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — As Toronto City Council considers a proposal to increase the Municipal Land Transfer Tax (MLTT) on higher-value homes, new Ipsos polling conducted for the Toronto Regional Real Estate Board (TRREB) shows that 416 residents are deeply […]

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2 w. ago Iconic Hudson's Bay holiday windows returning to Toronto for 2025 but with a twist

Many Toronto residents have been mourning the loss of Hudson's Bay's classic holiday window displays this year. Still, it seems they might get a dose of festive-season nostalgia after all, as Cadillac Fairview has hinted that the vignettes are not gone for good.Passersby have recently noticed colourful hoardings on the windows of Hudson's Bay's former flagship store at Queen and Yonge. The windows are wrapped like giant presents, decorated with a big blue bow and the words, "To: Toronto. Something Sweet is Coming," leaving people wondering what might be in store.Although details remain under wraps, it's safe to assume that the beloved window tradition is returning to this iconic corner in the city.The brand taking over the frontage has yet to be announced. But the messaging — paired with the colourful hoarding — has Toronto residents speculating about who will take over this annual city staple. Guesses range fro...

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2 w. ago Housing starts in much of southern Ontario down for most of 2025: report

The Residential Construction Council of Ontario says housing starts in the Greater Toronto Area declined significantly in the first nine months of 2025 relative to recent years.

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2 w. ago Housing starts in much of southern Ontario down in first nine months of 2025: report

The Residential Construction Council of Ontario says housing starts in the Greater Toronto Area and broader Greater Golden Horseshoe region declined significantly in the first nine months of 2025 relative to recent years. A report by the University of Ottawa’s Missing Middle Initiative, which was commissioned by the council, says housing starts were down by […]

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2 w. ago ‘So chaotic’: No return date for displaced residents of 2 Toronto building fires

A stubborn fire burning behind walls at two Thorncliffe Park towers has left hundreds displaced with no return timeline, as residents shelter in hotels with Red Cross support.

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3 w. ago ERES Enters Into Agreements to Sell Three Properties for €68 Million

TORONTO, Nov. 28, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — European Residential Real Estate Investment Trust (“ERES” or “the REIT”) (TSX:ERE.UN) announced today that it has entered into agreements to sell three properties containing a total of 322 residential suites in the Netherlands for approximately €67.8 million in combined consideration. All amounts disclosed herein exclude transaction costs and […]

Economics

4 w. ago Average Toronto renter earns more than $94k but still can't afford to buy

Average rent prices in Toronto are on a downslide, having fallen more drastically than in any other metropolis in the country over the last year. But, the cost of living in the city is still far from affordable — so much so that even those making an impressive salary of nearly $100k are choosing to (or being forced to) serve as long-term tenants rather than buying a place of their own.This revelation comes from yet another new report on the state of the market; this one, from tenant screening platform SingleKey, which sifted through data from across the country — namely, hundreds of thousands of rental applications — to paint a picture of what renting in Canada is like in 2025.Of interest to Toronto residents, of course, is how our numbers differ from other hubs. And yes, the contrast is quite substantial. While T.O.'s tenants pay noticeably more for a place to live than their counterparts in four of the five other cities...

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4 w. ago Santa Claus Parade route and road closures in Toronto for 2025

Toronto's 121st annual Santa Claus Parade is hitting the city's streets this Sunday, Nov. 23, which will come with major road closures throughout downtown. With this holiday season staple being a huge production year after year, Toronto residents have grown accustomed to the annual detours and road closures that allow for a streamlined and free-flowing parade for everyone to enjoy. With that said, here are some key details you'll want to note for the upcoming parade, including road closures, detours, and the official route for the 2025 Santa Claus Parade. Santa Claus Parade route for 2025 The new route introduced in 2024 was a hit, and organizers are sticking with the same procession again this year.The parade will congregate at Christie Pits Park and depart at 12:30 p.m., taking a detour south at Bloor and Spadina, passing by the Royal Ontario Museum and Queen's Park, and continuing south on University. The floats and performers will le...

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last month This group of Ontario's richest people have a combined wealth of over $200 billion

Ontario's top 0.1 per cent continues to dominate the country's financial landscape, with a new list showing more than $200 billion in combined net worth across the province's wealthiest people. The annual report, titled "The Rich List," is produced by Maclean's in partnership with its sister publication, Canadian Business, and identifies Canada's 40 richest people and outlines how they've amassed their fortunes. For years now, the Thomson family has held the coveted top spot through its vast holdings in Thomson Reuters and a broad range of other investments; however, as the publication notes, emerging industries have altered the top of this year's list. The most significant change comes from the rise of businessman Changpeng Zhao, who founded the world's largest cryptocurrency exchange, and who now enters the ranking in the number one position this year.Maclean's notes that the total net worth of the 10 wealthiest Can...

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