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Toronto’s New Rental Renovation Licence Bylaw Takes Effect July 31, 2025: What Landlords & Tenants Need to Know

Say goodbye to shady “renovictions.” Toronto is taking action to protect tenants and preserve affordable rentals. On November 14, 2024, Toronto City Council officially adopted the Rental Renovation Licence Bylaw, a new measure aimed at stopping bad faith evictions and keeping rental housing fair and accessible. The bylaw takes effect on July 31, 2025, and…
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Nova Scotia Needs to Double Housing Construction for the Next Decade, Says CMHC

A new report from the Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation (CMHC) says Nova Scotia must more than double its annual housing starts over the next 10 years to restore affordability in the province. The target? Jump from about 5,400 homes per year to over 12,500 annually between 2025 and 2035. That’s a big ask, and…
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70% of GTA Homes Sold Below Asking Price in June, Report Shows

The summer real estate season kicked off on a cooler note in the Greater Toronto Area (GTA), with the majority of homes selling for less than the listed price, according to new data from Canadian real estate platform Wahi. In June 2025, 71% of all GTA home sales were below asking price. And in a…
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What Your Favorite TV Homes Would Cost in Toronto (It’s Painful)

Ever watched a classic TV show and thought, “How are they affording that place?” You’re not alone. Let’s take a few of the most iconic homes in television history and compare what their equivalents would cost in Toronto today. Spoiler: it’s not pretty. 1. Monica & Rachel’s Apartment – Friends Let’s be real- Monica was…
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Toronto’s Homeless Population More Than Doubled Since 2021, New Report Finds

By Kaley Langille | July 20, 2025 Toronto’s homelessness crisis has escalated sharply, with the number of unhoused individuals more than doubling between 2021 and 2024, according to the city’s latest Street Needs Assessment. The survey, conducted in October 2024, estimates that over 15,400 people were experiencing homelessness in Toronto-up from just 7,300 in April…
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Mississauga Named Canada’s Happiest Big City Despite Ontario’s Low Ranking

In a surprising twist, Mississauga has been crowned Canada’s happiest large city, even though Ontario ranks among the least happy provinces overall, according to a recent Leger Happiness Index report. The nationwide study, which surveyed nearly 40,000 Canadians aged 18 and over, ranked Mississauga first among Canada’s 10 largest cities with an average happiness score…
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Canadian Airbnb Hosts Could Owe Thousands in HST When Selling Their Homes | 2025 Update

If you’re a Canadian homeowner using Airbnb, Vrbo, or other short-term rental platforms, you could be facing a massive tax bill when it comes time to sell your property. A ruling from the Tax Court of Canada confirms that homeowners who frequently rent out their properties for short stays may now owe 13% HST on…
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Ontario’s Most Expensive Neighborhoods: Where the Elite Reside

Ontario is home to some of the most expensive neighborhoods in Canada, attracting wealthy individuals and families from around the world. These neighborhoods offer luxurious homes, top-rated schools, and exclusive amenities that cater to the elite. If you’re looking for a high-end lifestyle, here are Ontario’s most expensive neighborhoods to consider: Forest Hill, Toronto Forest…

