The Old Farmer’s Almanac has released its predictions for this coming winter, and if you thought last year was bad, think again. According to the Almanac — a reference book that’s printed practical information, such as tide tables and weather forecasts, folksy stories and other interesting facts for 223 years — this winter will be …
How Forest Hill Real Estate delivers a comfortable experience when buying or selling a home. Buying a home is the biggest transaction most people make in their lives, and Bryan Sloss knows how daunting it can be. As a Managing Partner and Real Estate Broker of Forest Hill Real Estate Inc., Brokerage, Sloss aims to …
On Nov. 6, the City of Vaughan announced that lane restrictions would be in place along Major Mackenzie Drive at Highway 400 until Dec. 19, 2014, due to construction work by the city in preparation for the future Mackenzie Vaughan Hospital. The temporary setback to drivers will see the necessary infrastructure for a new intersection, …
Toronto was once again transformed into a mini Sunset Boulevard as TIFF returned to the city from September 4 — 14th, bringing its camera flashes, screaming fans and the hottest Hollywood celebrities. As red carpets, VIP screenings and star-studded after-parties popped up throughout the heart of the city, City Life kept up with the frenzy …
Dominion Lending’s Sarah Colucci shares three tips to help you become a savvy real estate investor. 1. Have an adequate down payment Since lenders have tightened up, down payments will need to be anywhere from 20 to 35 per cent. Lower down payments can mean higher interest rates and expensive terms. If hard cash is …
Initially a web-driven apparel brand now partnered with Nordstrom, Bonobos just launched its new fall men's suit collection of tailored wool suits, tweed blazers and tuxedos. “Fit is the most important detail for a suit. Marry that with classic colour options and quality fabric, and you have a great looking, versatile suit for every occasion” …
Former provincial politician Greg Sorbara gives City Life early access to his memoir The Battlefield of Ontario Politics and reflects on his time on the frontlines The darkest hour of Greg Sorbara’s political career came swiftly and without warning. It was Oct. 11, 2005. Sorbara, then Ontario’s minister of finance, had just wrapped up a …
Luxury down and silk-filled duvets are in at Toronto’s linen authority. There’s nothing quite like coming home after a brisk autumn day and slipping under a cosy, cloudlike duvet. The design experts at the renowned David’s Fine Linens have created a collection of exquisite duvets from elite international brands to make bedtime a heavenly experience. …
This October, Canada’s biggest independent paint store, Steeles Paint, is bringing back its Give to Pink campaign, which last year raised over $25,000 for the Canadian Breast Cancer Foundation — Ontario Region (CBCF). In honour of Breast Cancer Awareness Month, all October long Steeles Paint will donate $1 from every purchased can of Benjamin Moore …
Property Brothers’ Drew and Jonathan Scott give us the lowdown on home renovating Home prices are relentlessly pushing skyward, with more and more Canadians opting to stay put and invest their hard-earned dollars in their current residence as opposed to upgrading to a new home. The less expensive option to renovate has since percolated, sending …