Industry News
Audrey Loeb appointed to Order of Ontario
Condominium lawyer and consumer advocate Audrey Loeb has been appointed to the Order of Ontario.
New guidelines for homebuilders kick in early 2021
The Home Construction Regulatory Authority has posted new licensing fees along with guidelines for builder conduct and consumer complaints.
Five ways of giving back during the holidays without leaving your condo
Many condo residents are lamenting that they cannot physically go to their usual spots to give back as COVID-19 remains an active concern.
Line 5 condos break ground at Yonge & Eglinton
The Line 5 condo development will feature a dedicated ride-share pick-up, oversized parcel storage and hot and cold storage in the lobby.
Auditor General flags several condo sector oversights
Ontario's Auditor General Bonnie Lysyk revealed major concerns in her first audit of the condo sector and its two authorities.
Townhouse demand up during pandemic: report
The supply of townhouse land remains scarce. As a key component of the “missing middle,” this land is often prohibitively expensive in urban areas.
Low-income households foiled on energy savings
Prince Edward Island and Nova Scotia are the top spenders to alleviate energy cost pressures on low-income households among Canadian provinces.
New standard for accessible homes announced
The a new, national standard for affordable, adaptable and accessible homes will form the foundation of a new Rick Hansen Foundation Accessibility Certification module.
Designer-focused condo takes shape in T.O.
A 22-storey mixed-use condo will rise in Toronto's Annex neighbourhood as the first newly developed building in the history of the Designers Walk community.
Mixed-use condo 11 Yorkville begins ascent
Once complete, the tower will feature 593 residences, 43,000 square foot, double-storey retail space, and a brand-new city parkette.
CCI Huronia named Chapter of the Year
CCI Huronia recently won the Lorne Young Chapter of the Year award from the Canadian Condominium Institute (CCI).
Housing markets sinking despite rising prices, report finds
Housing markets are falling deeper into a slump despite increasing property prices, suggests a new report by The Real Estate Investment Network.
New tax credit may apply on common area upgrades
The one-time tax credit applies on eligible capital improvements made in 2021 to safeguard seniors and enable mobility and independence within their current principal residence.
Murray Johnson is new president of CCI-Toronto
Murray Johnson has been appointed as president of the Canadian Condominium Institute – Toronto and Area Chapter, effective November 10, 2020.
Medallion organizes 1600-family food drive with condo residents
Property management company Medallion recently facilitated a 1600-family food delivery in the Downtown Eastside of Toronto.
SmartCentres gets approval to transform Cambridge property into residential units
SmartCentres is now officially building a residential community in Cambridge, Ontario on its 73-acre property that was previously zoned for strictly retail use.
Selling price of a Toronto condo sets record in Q3
The average condo selling price was up by 8.3 per cent year-over-year in the third quarter to $633,484. The average overall selling price in the City of Toronto was up by a similar rate over the same period.



