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Where are Toronto's public libraries located?

Posted on Sep 24, 2024

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The Toronto Public Library operates the library system in Toronto, which is the largest public library system in Canada. City-wide library services are provided through a network of 100 branches including 81 neighbourhood libraries, 17 district libraries and two research and reference libraries. Online resources, bookmobile and home services furthe...

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How to buy a property in Toronto

Posted on Sep 20, 2024

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Finding the right property is exciting! The process involves several steps, and it can be quite competitive given Toronto's real estate market. Here’s a quick guide to help you through the process:

1. Determine Your Budget:
- Calculate Your Affordability: Use a mortgage affordability calculator to determine how much you can afford. This will depend o...

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What should you know about the Ontario Registry Act?

Posted on Sep 18, 2024

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The Ontario Registry Act is provincial legislation that is part of the governing system for registering land titles and transactions in Ontario. It provides a legal framework for maintaining a public record of land ownership and related interests, such as mortgages, easements, and other encumbrances. The act helps ensure that land transactions are...

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What should you know about the Ontario Land Titles Act?

Posted on Sep 11, 2024

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If you own land or are looking to own land in Ontario, it would be wise to be aware of the Ontario Land Titles Act which governs land registration in the province.

Some of the key considerations for property owners include:
1. Title Registration: The Act ensures that land titles are centrally registered and guaranteed by the government, reducing th...

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What you should know about the Ontario Surveys Act

Posted on Sep 09, 2024

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The Ontario Surveys Act governs the practice of land surveying in Ontario. 

The Act establishes that no survey of land for the purpose of defining, locating or describing any line, boundary or corner of a parcel of land is valid unless made by a surveyor or under the personal supervision of a surveyor. Moreover, every surveyor shall make and preserve...

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What you should know about the Ontario Expropriations Act

Posted on Sep 07, 2024

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The term "expropriation" refers to the taking of land without the consent of the owner by an expropriating authority (i.e., the Crown or any person empowered by statute to expropriate land) in the exercise of its statutory powers.

The Ontario Expropriations Act governs the process by which government authorities can seize private property for public...

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