Hamilton Now Has The Fastest-Rising Rent In All of Canada

If you’re looking to rent an apartment in Hamilton soon, you better jump on it right away; the Hammer is currently seeing the fastest-rising rental rates in all of Canada. According to the latest national rent report issued by Rentals.ca, Hamilton’s rental rates for apartments and condos have increased by almost a quarter of its total within a single year alone, …

RBC Says 2019 Was a Turning Point for Canadian Housing Market

RBC Economics says 2019 will go down as “the turning point for Canada’s housing market.” This refers to the end of the most significant correction since the Great Recession of the last decade and sets the scene for continued recovery for the housing market 2020. The report from senior economist Robert Hogue reflects on a year that faced challenges but …

The Royal Agricultural Winter Fair

Visit The Royal Agricultural Winter Fair this year and celebrate the best in agriculture, local food, and equestrian competitions from across the country. The Royal Agricultural Winter Fair is jam-packed with home-grown fun and the best in local food and animal entertainment.  Exhibition Place | 100 Princes’ Blvd. | TorontoFriday, November 1 to Sunday, November 10Tuesday to Saturday | 9:00 am …

Toronto Will Need to Double Rental Supply to Meet Future Demand

A new report from RBC Economics focuses on the rental housing deficit, which is set to intensify in the coming years, especially in Toronto and Vancouver. The report says that the supply of new rental homes will need to pick up the pace to meet future demand; in Toronto, the pace must double. In the meantime, lack of supply is …

Burlington is the No. 1 City in Canada

Burlington is this year’s winning city, ranking in the top 25 percent in six out of 10 categories: wealth and economy, amenities, weather, crime, health, and culture and community. It is also this year’s best place to raise a family. It’s attracting young families with kids—47 percent of families in the municipality have children, and 17 percent of the population …

Victoria Day Weekend Fireworks

Niagara Falls Fireworks Victoria Day Weekend | May 17 – 20 | 10:00 pm5875 Falls Avenue | Niagara FallsThe Falls Fireworks Series returns to Niagara Falls for its 26th season. With 110+ displays, including daily fireworks throughout the summer, there’s no better time to plan a night out in Niagara Parks. It all kicks off on May 17, 2019, in Queen …

The Weekend of May 4, 5

Burlington MADE Spring Craft Market Saturday, May 4 | 10:00 am – 4:00 pmRon Joyce Centre | 4350 South Service Road BurlingtonShop local and support handmade this spring from 60 of the most talented artisans from Toronto to Niagara at the Burlington MADE Spring Craft Market. Meet the makers and pick up their beautiful or delicious one-of-a-kind work. Sip on …

Explore Halton Parks

Immerse yourself in the outdoors, mere minutes from home at a Halton Park. Mountsberg Conservation Area 2259 Milborough Line | Campbellville Winter at Mountsberg: Enjoy cross country skiing over ungroomed trails. If you love exercising in the winter, strap on a pair of snowshoes and work up a sweat while you explore the Lakeshore Lookout Trail. For those who are keen on enjoying …

Toronto Landlords Could Enjoy a Hike in Rents this Year

Toronto landlords with vacant units could enjoy as much as an 11% hike in rent this year. That’s according to Rentals.ca’s National Rent Report, which only studied empty units and also forecasted that rents nationwide would increase 6% in 2019. The research shows that renters’ preference remains for newer, lavish units, which typify condo rentals. The primary reason for the double-digit market rental hike …

Family Friendly Activities for New Year’s Eve

New Year’s Eve Family Skate and Public Coyote Howl – Oakville Create a special family tradition and visit Bronte Creek Provincial Park this New Years’ Eve. There will be outdoor skating (rentals available), Children’s Farm and Play Barn, plenty of music, yummy treats and a bonfire.  Meet a Park Ranger to go on a guided public Coyote Howl Hike to …