Alex Rascanu

Welcome to Toronto: a guide for new residents

Posted on Aug 20, 2024

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Welcome to Toronto, a city that pulses with energy, drives Canada's economy, and provides a broad range of things to see, do, and experience. Whether you’re new to the city or considering making it your home, Toronto offers a vibrant urban lifestyle set against the backdrop of Lake Ontario's natural beauty. This quick guide aims to walk you through...

What grants, incentives and rebates can your organization access in Toronto?

Posted on Aug 17, 2024

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As you look to expand your operations to Toronto or scale it in the city, it would be wise to be aware of the grants, incentives and rebates offered by the City of Toronto to business owners, associations and not-for-profit organizations:

Incentive	Description	Recipient type
Brownfield Remediation Tax Assistance	Brownfield property owners can offset the...

How to apply for a parking permit in Toronto

Posted on Aug 15, 2024

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Applying for a parking permit in Toronto is a straightforward process, but it's essential to know the specific type of permit you need.

The City of Toronto offers various parking permits including residential on-street, temporary on-street, residential off-street (front yard and boulevard), commercial boulevard, and car-share vehicle permits.

Here...

Let's go to the beach... in Toronto.

Posted on Aug 14, 2024

Did you know that Toronto has 10 beaches where you can cool off, hang out, and/or get active?

From the golden sands of Bluffer’s Park Beach to the vibrant atmosphere of Woodbine Beach, each of these beaches offer a great spot to enjoy the refreshing waters of Lake Ontario.

Beaches in Toronto

Bluffer's Beach:
- Location: 1 Brimley Rd, Scarborough, ON M1...

How is property value assessed and taxed in Ontario?

Posted on Aug 13, 2024

Ontario's property assessment and taxation system

Picture this scenario: this morning, you received in the mail the latest property tax bill from the municipality (the City of Toronto, for example). As you scanned the document, you came to reflect on how the government assesses the value of your property for tax purposes. Let’s explore this topic together.

Who assesses the value of your property?
T...

Commercial real estate terminology glossary

Posted on Aug 10, 2024

Toronto photo by Maarten van den Heuvel, via Unsplash

Whether you're looking to buy commercial real estate or own a sizeable commercial real estate portfolio, you may come across unknown terminology that's commonly used in the commercial ecosystem.

As per the Toronto Regional Real Estate Board, here is a breakdown of commercial real estate terms that are commonly used and what they mean:

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Res...