But Who Stands up for the Little Guy?
With a 100% increase looking likely not so long ago, optimistic developers are trying to see the glass as half full this week, as Rob Ford’s executive committee voted to hike development charges by 70%.Critics say that the city capitulated to builder
Bryon Patton Brings his Award-Winning Interior Design to 90 Niagara
From Fieldgate HomesUnlike a Monet or Picasso, interior designers seldom get to sign their works. Yet Bryon Patton and top level designers like him regularly imbue Toronto's finest new condominiums with their own signature style and sense of
Decisive Action Needed on OMB Reform
The debate over the viability of the Ontario Municipal Board (OMB) continues with some cities arguing the board doesn’t take the desires of its residents into account when making rulings and others saying the OMB favours wealthy builders, who can afford
Should The City Cut Toronto’s Land Transfer Tax by 10%?
There’s been a lot of buzz around Toronto’s development charges lately, with the announcement that the City is looking to raise them by approximately 90%. This news hit around the same time that Mayor Rob Ford proposed to have Toronto’s Municipal Land
Contemporary urban living showcased at Fresh Towns Interior Design Event
You may have heard that Greatwise Developments recently opened Phase 2 of Fresh Towns in Ottawa. Coinciding with the opening, Greatwise also hosted the Interior Design Event for purchasers and those interested in buying a new home at Fresh Towns.
Toronto Parking Authority Taking Over Bixi
By Penny MunozThe City of Toronto is breathing new life into local bike-share program in hopes that it might finally take off. The deal with the creators of Bixi, the Public Bike System Company, states that as of spring 2014 the program will be run by
Tridel to Alter Urban Living in Toronto’s Garden District
Anyone involved in the new home industry and real estate in general has already heard of Tridel’s new Toronto condo, Alter. With such slick branding and a recently released rendering, Alter has been the talk of the town!Just last week, Tridel released
President of OAA Bill Birdsell Discusses Super Tall Towers
By Penny Munoz“I think it’s that aspect of being seen and admired from a distance...It’s phallic envy,” says Bill Birdsell, president of the Ontario Architects Association (OAA), with a chuckle. After politely excusing himself, he proceeds to elaborate
Easton’s Group and Remington Sell King Blue to Greenland Holding Group
Big news for Toronto’s condo scene - Easton’s Group and The Remington Group sold King Blue Condos to Greenland Holding Group, a Shanghai-based Fortune 500 company with billions of dollars in assets around the world.The two towers, reaching 44 and 48
Amazing Chance to Own for First-Time Homebuyers in Milton!
If you’re a first-time homebuyer, then Creating Homes should be on your radar. With a few developments in the works, Creating Homes is not only creating homes, but creating an opportunity for affordable homeownership.Creating Homes is actually a
