Though relatively harmless, house centipedes can be a nuisance for home owners, especially those who don’t like insects.Ranging from the length of a pinky finger to the length of the palm of a hand, house centipedes have longer, finer legs than the average centipede and can move very quickly. They typically thrive in damp, moist, …
We don’t always like to talk about it, but winter is a harsh reality, especially in Canada. It seems as though every year, we get more and more snowfall, and the harsh conditions can often make it difficult to get around.Of course, your home is no exception to the rules of caution. The freezing temperatures …
Federal GST Removal on Purpose-Built Rental Units The federal government recently announced an enhancement to the Goods and Services Tax (GST) Rental Rebate on new purpose-built rental housing to encourage construction of much-needed rental housing stock across the country. If passed, this action will contribute to greater affordability in the rental market, as the removal …
The Toronto Transit Commission (TTC) and Toronto Public Library are providing complimentary PRESTO cards to people who do not yet have one or may face challenges in purchasing one. PRESTO cards are available at select Toronto Public Library branches, while quantities last. Participating Branches Albert Campbell Pop-up Albion Amesbury Park Barbara Frum Bendale Black Creek …
Discover recommended books in our MAP Reading Lists for children and adults. Curated by library staff, these themed reading lists encourage you to learn more about each of our venue partners and supplement your next visit with some titles that will enhance your experience. Sign out a MAP Pass with your adult library card, and you and …
The Ontario rent increase guideline for 2023 has been set at 2.5 per cent. The 2023 guideline is applicable to most rent increases between January 1 and December 31, 2023. The rent increase guideline is the maximum amount a landlord can increase rent during the year for most tenants without the approval of the Landlord and Tenant Board. It …
Source: Toronto Regional Real Estate Board
The City of Toronto has announced an enhanced Home Energy Loan Program (HELP) that will offer zero-interest loans and incentives to help homeowners in Toronto make their homes more energy-efficient and reduce the emissions contributing to climate change. The HELP program has been in existence since 2014, but it has now been enriched and expanded. For a …
Source: Toronto Regional Real Estate Board
There were almost 11,000 Greater Toronto Area (GTA) home sales reported in March 2022, capping off the third-best March and second-best first quarter on record. Tight market conditions continued to support a double-digit annual pace of price growth, with an average selling price of $1.3 million. The average selling price dipped slightly month-over-month, bucking the …