LondonNewsDeath of a baby under investigation in Point EdwardBy Kate OtterbeinUpdated: February 25, 2025 at 12:06PM EST Published: February 25, 2025 at 7:09AM EST Twitter feed ©2025 BellMedia All Rights Reserved Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) are looking into the death of an infant over the weekend. Few details have been released, but first responders were called to a home on St. Clair Street in Point Edward shortly before 1:30 a.m. on Saturday. When they arrived, they found an unresponsive infant. The baby was rushed to hospital where they were later pronounced deceased. The OPP's Lambton County Crime Unit is now investigating under the direction of the OPP Criminal Investigation Branch, with help from the Office of the Chief Coroner and the Ontario Forensic Pathology Service. Anyone with information on this incident should call the OPP at 1-888-310-1122. 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The death of an infant in Point Edward is being investigated by the OPP We apologize, but this video has failed to load.Try refreshing your browser, ortap here to see other videos from our team.Play VideoArticle contentLambton EMS and other emergency services responded to a report of an unresponsive infant at a home on St. Clair Street in Point Edward on Saturday at about 1:25 a.m., Lambton OPP said Monday. The infant was taken to hospital where it died, police said. The Lambton OPP crime unit is investigating the death along with the Office of the Chief Coroner and the Ontario Forensic Pathology Service. Anyone with information is asked to call Lambton County OPP at 1-888-310-1122. Two snowmobile riders died in separate crashes in the London region within 24 hours. A 36-year-old Wallaceburg resident died following a snowmobile crash in St. Clair Township on Friday, Feb. 21, Lambton OPP said. The crash occurred about 10 kilometres northwest of Wallaceburg at Highway 40 and Holt Line in St. Clair Township around 9:05 p.m., police said. A 36-year-old Wallaceburg resident who was riding the snowmobile was taken to hospital where they died, police said. The rider was the only one on the vehicle. The investigation into the crash continues. A 25-year-old resident of Perth South Township died following a snowmobile crash about 10 kilometres northeast of Stratford on Saturday, Feb. 22, Perth OPP said. The crash occurred at about 8 p.m. near 37 Line and Road 109. The rider was taken to hospital where they died, police said. The rider’s name is not being released, police said. transmission or republication strictly prohibited This website uses cookies to personalize your content (including ads), and allows us to analyze our traffic. Read more about cookies here. By continuing to use our site, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy This website is using a security service to protect itself from online attacks The action you just performed triggered the security solution There are several actions that could trigger this block including submitting a certain word or phrase You can email the site owner to let them know you were blocked Please include what you were doing when this page came up and the Cloudflare Ray ID found at the bottom of this page This charming Tudor-style home located in the heart of the Lambton Baby Point is like having a luxury cottage without the commute an indoor pool and beautiful views of the Humber River this house is a sanctuary just a short drive from downtown This house is apparently owned by an editor of a Home Decor magazine so it’s no surprise that the inside has been stylishly renovated to add a touch of modernity while still keeping the endearing traditional qualities of the house Despite the dark wood throughout the house The kitchen is large and full of natural light thanks to the glass patio doors It’s also very sleek with all the stainless steel top-of-the-line appliances and pristine white countertops and cabinets some with interesting ceiling configurations The bathrooms have spa-like features but everything is pretty standard The biggest selling point is the indoor pool downstairs As far as outdoor space goes you’re pretty spoiled with this house so it’s super private and it’s split into two levels which is just off the kitchen is in full glorious sunshine while the lower lawn is nicely shaded with large trees A family that loves a good pool party any time of the year This house would mean you never need to go to public pools to go for a dip or take your kids for swimming lessons ever again Plus imagine how epic birthday parties can be You don’t want the smell of chlorine wafting through your house You need to be concerned about dehumidification So if that sounds like a hassle you might want to pass 57babypointcres.com each one has two distinct neighbourhoods with different demographics of the area the key issue of affordability is weighing on everyone’s mind in the Ontario election the area is broken down into the main areas of South Parkdale and High-Park Swansea but also include Bloor West Village and Lambton-Baby Point Parkwoods-O’Connor Hills and Fenside-Parkwoods make up the riding The residents who make up these neighbourhoods are starkly different from one another despite voting for the same representation visible minorities make up 48.1 per cent of those who live in the neighbourhood A total of 86.6 per cent of people rent in the area while the median family income is $61,000 Just a few blocks away in High Park-Swansea only 19.1 per cent of the population is a visible minority and renters make up just over 43 per cent The median family income is double what it is in South Parkdale at $123,000 But how does this affect how voters cast their ballot with Bhutila Karpoche collecting almost 60 per cent of the vote South Parkdale voted overwhelmingly for the NDP candidate according to approximate numbers based on random polling sites in these areas with 66 per cent voting for Karpoche while 14 per cent went to the Liberals and 12.5 per cent went to the PC Party well below the province’s voter turnout at 58 per cent saw 49.5 per cent of their vote go for the NDP the PC Party finished second with 23 per cent and the Liberals collected 20 per cent Karpoche will be running as the incumbent once again and will be facing off against two new faces Karpoche said when she speaks with people in both neighbourhoods a lot of the ideas they’re focused on are similar People want to see our health-care system fixed People want to fix people want us to address affordability issues People want to see us taking better care of seniors.” She adds they may have different priorities has remained top of mind for all demographics despite whether they rent or own “People understand that when it comes to And while a homeowner might not be in a situation where rents are increasing they may have children who are renting in the city who are experiencing the skyrocketing rents whose dream of home ownership is getting further and further away.” Liberal candidate Bardeesy said affordability has been a big issue in all areas “People are touched by it in different ways People on the ends of the income spectrum are struggling to make ends meet.” Don Valley East has been a Liberal stronghold since its creation in 1999 but just two points and just over 1,000 votes separated the winner from PC candidate Denzil Minnan-Wong in 2018 The seat has been left vacant for the 2022 election after Coteau resigned to run for the federal seat Coteau also ran for the Ontario Liberal leadership prior to leaving his seat and finished second behind Steven Del Duca visible minorities account for 80.9 per cent of those who live in Flemingdon Park versus 44.3 per cent in Parkwoods-O’Connor Hills The vast majority of those in Flemingdon Park live in 5+-storey apartment buildings at 78.2 per cent compared to 32.9 per cent in Parkwoods While the median family income in $91,000 in Parkwoods according to random polling sites in these areas voters were split down the middle with the Liberal and NDP candidate each capturing 38 per cent of the vote with the PC candidate receiving 22 per cent Parkwoods-O’Connor Hills tipped the scales in favour of the Liberals but they were also divided between the Liberals and the PC party Fresh faces fill the ballot for 2022 with Dr Mara-Elena Nagy for the NDP and Sam Moini for the PCs affordability and the rising cost of living is the main issue most voters are concerned and affected by people may think of affordability in terms of the cost of a metro pass and further north in the riding they are worried about affordability and those things don’t need to be mutually exclusive,” said Shamji [affordability] might be making their rent payment month-to-month but for some folks that also means they’re worried their kids or their grand-kids aren’t going to be able to break into the housing market,” NDP candidate Nagy tells CityNews “The interesting thing is that everybody on some level has the same concern Everybody is inherently worried about everybody.” CityNews reached out to the Progressive Conservative candidate in each riding tells CityNews these different priorities may dictate how a candidate might approach different voters you look at who’s in the house and based on the conversation that you have with them you figure out what they’re going to be most likely interested in and speak to them about what they’re going to be find most value to them.” A strategy Shamhi said he has adopted: “I approach different parts of the writing by listening to what their concerns are and then responding to them on a very personal and tailored level.” Kaur says the bottom line is that some parties will end up avoiding areas they believe they don’t have a chance in “Most parties do the number-crunching They understand where their existing support is and where the most of their potential support is limited resources so they need to focus on where they think they can keep those seats at a riding level “Within the riding if you have to make a tough choice about which community or which demographic or part of that world is known to come out for your party or is known to be very active on election day people definitely will target especially as time goes on.” Advanced voting has already begun in Ontario and election day is fast approaching on June 2. To read more on each of the party’s promises on key issues, click here. A Canadian man arrested on vacation has been proven innocent Melissa Nakhavoly with why he is still being held in the Dominican Republic Warmer temperatures but showers are expected on-and-off for the next few days Meteorologist Natasha Ramsahai has your seven-day forecast Ontario Premier Doug Ford calls on Prime Minister Mark Carney to prioritize a list of projects including the proposed Highway 401 tunnel a mentally ill man who was killed in an Ontario prison is calling out the provincial government over the lack of correctional reform listen to NewsRadio Toronto live anytime and get up-to-the-minute breaking-news alerts weather and video from CityNews Toronto anywhere you are – across all Android and iOS devices More details have emerged regarding an ongoing purpose-built rental on Dundas Street West from Toronto-based developer TAS just west of Scarlett Road and Dundas Street West in the Lambton Baby Point neighbourhood the 235,800 square foot mixed-use rental project will stand 13-storeys and be a combination of residential (92%) and commercial space (8%) the purpose-built rental will house 297 apartments with 12 four-bedroom units designed for co-living and roommates included in the mix consisting of 1,784 sq m of non-residential uses and 20,447.6 sq m of residential use "We have challenged ourselves to maximize impact by setting a bold new precedent for a community-focused hub," reads the project page description on TAS’s website The building will house a "thoughtful mix of ground-floor commercial tenants," including creative spaces TAS says the range of commercial tenants will "attract and service those living within the building READ: 22-Storey Condo and Rental Tower Proposed Near Yonge and Eglinton Designed by SvN Architects and Planners the style was directly inspired by the project’s location on the edge of the Humber River Valley Ravine and is characterized by unique landscaping balconies that blur the lines between indoor and outdoor space the project is presently in the application phase after a Site Plan Approval and Rezoning Application was originally submitted in December 2012 A Site Plan Control Application resubmission was provided in December 2019 in addition to updated architectural plans and studies the construction of the building is expected to be completed in 2024 Values edge upward as buyers test water in advance of future rate cuts 2024 /CNW/ -- Despite fears of leaving money on the table sellers have returned to housing markets across the country in large numbers as the promise of future interest rate cuts draw skittish buyers back into the fray according to a report released today by RE/MAX Canada The 2024 RE/MAX Canada Condominium Report examined condominium activity between January – August 2024 in seven major markets across the country including Greater Vancouver and found that condo listings have soared in anticipation of increased demand in the fourth quarter of 2024 and early 2025 Growth in inventory levels was highest in the Fraser Valley (58.7 per cent) followed by Greater Toronto (52.8 per cent) Halifax Regional Municipality (8.1 per cent) and Vancouver (7.3 per cent) Values have held up surprisingly well given the influx of listings with gains posted in Calgary (15 per cent) the average price fell two per cent short of year-ago While sales were robust in Alberta thanks to in-migration from other parts of the country Edmonton led the way in terms of percentage increase in the number of condos sold up just close to 37 per cent from year-ago levels marking the region's best performance in the previous five-year period This is followed by a more tempered Calgary market Remaining markets saw home-buying activity soften in the condominium sector "High interest rates and stringent lending policies pummelled first-time buyers in recent years preventing many from reaching their home-ownership goal despite having to pay record high rental costs that mirrored mortgage payments," says RE/MAX Canada President Christopher Alexander "The current lull is the calm before the storm pent-up demand is expected to fuel stronger market activity as both first-time buyers and investors once again vie for affordable condominium product." Condominium Sales and Average Price by Major Canadian Centre (Jan *Apartments Only **Estimated average price for Greater Vancouver Edmonton and Calgary remain firmly entrenched in seller's market territory while conditions are more balanced in Greater Vancouver, Fraser Valley These markets will likely transition in 2025 Toronto may be the last to emerge from more sluggish conditions Alexander notes that it's a market that has been known to turn quickly the market forces of supply and demand always prevail so some neighbourhoods will fare better than others prices have likely bottomed out and that's usually evidence that a turnaround is in sight The current uptick in inventory levels is drawing more traffic to listings yet buyers remain somewhat skittish across the country The first two Bank of Canada interest rate cuts did little to entice prospective homebuyers to engage in the market given the degree of rate increases that took place with further rate reductions expected and policy adjustments to address affordability and ease entry into the market there are condominium pockets that defied overall trends condominium sales were up by double digits in the first eight months of 2024 in midtown communities such as Toronto Regional Real Estate Board (TRREB)'s Yonge-Eglinton Forest Hill South (C03) where activity increased 25.3 per cent (114 condo sales in 2024 compared to 91 sales in 2023) and Bedford-Park-Nortown and Forest Hill North (C04) rose 13.3 per cent (128/113) Swansea and Roncesvalles (W01) communities experienced a 15.7-per-cent upswing in units sold (206/178) while neighbouring W02 including High Park North and Runnymede-Bloor West Village climbed 25.2 per cent (189/151) the Beaches (E03) reported a 20.3-per-cent increase in sales activity an uptick in apartment sales was noted in suburban markets including Port Coquitlam where the number of units sold was up 11 per cent (263 in 2024 compared to 237 in 2023) while more moderate increases were posted in New Westminster (up 0.4 per cent) and recreational communities such as Whistler/Pemberton (up 3.3 per cent) Mission was the sole market to experience an increase in apartment sales according to the Fraser Valley Real Estate Board up just over 74 per cent year-over-year (68 in 2024 compared to 39 in 2023) Strong sales were also reported in Calgary neighbourhoods such as Eau Claire (up 59.1 per cent) and Downtown East Village (up 17.3 per cent) RE/MAX found that investor activity has stalled in most markets The slowdown has been most notable in Greater Toronto where up to 30 per cent of investors have experienced negative cashflow on rental properties as mortgage carrying costs climbed according to analytics by Urbanation and CIBC Economics Investor confidence is expected to recover in the months ahead as interest rates fall and return on investment (ROI) improves Edmonton bucked the trend in investor pullback With supply outpacing demand in Canada's most affordable condominium market savvy investors in Edmonton have been actively revitalizing tired condominium stock and subsequently renting it out for top dollar Affordability has been a significant draw for out-of-province investors particularly those from Ontario and British Columbia who are seeking opportunities further afield to bulk up their portfolios Out-of-province developers and builders have been similarly motivated by Edmonton's lower development costs and lack of red tape Halifax to a lesser extent has drawn investor interest low vacancy rates and upward pressure on rents being the primary factor behind the city's appeal end users are in the driver's seat right now," explains Alexander "While investors are an important part of the purchaser pool this point in time is a unique opportunity for aspiring condominium buyers who will likely see less competition from investors and a better supply of product This is especially true in Toronto and Vancouver where the impact of monetary policy has hit investor profit margins to a greater extent despite high rent and low vacancy rates this is arguably the most favourable climate condominiums buyers have seen in recent years." immigration to Canada and in-migration/out-migration from one province or region to another will continue to prop up demand for condominiums in the years to come as condominiums now represent both a first step to home ownership and increasingly—in Canada's most expensive markets—the middle step as well Although population numbers are forecast to contract in the short-term with Statistics Canada's projections falling just short of 44 million to as high as 49 million by 2035 along with continued population growth is expected to support the long-term outlook for condominium activity nationally Canada's urban population has been climbing consistently since the post-WWII period with an estimated 80 per cent of Canadians residing in urban centres "The housing mix is evolving very quickly as a result of densification and urbanization Condominiums now represent the heart of our largest cities and it is inevitable that further development will see condos become the driving force accounting for the lion's share of sales in years to come," says Alexander "It's a physical and cultural shift that Canadians are not only adjusting to but are embracing as younger generations redefine urban neighbourhoods sparking demand for vibrant and robust amenities infusing new life in Canada's urban cores in the process." Softer market conditions prevailed throughout much of the year in the Greater Vancouver Area and the Fraser Valley with fewer sales of condominium apartments occurring across the board in 2024 year-to-date apartment sales between January and August were well off year-ago levels at 9,248 down just over eight per cent from the same period in 2023 Neighbouring Fraser Valley reported just 3,130 apartments changing hands between January and August of this year Values continue to climb in the Fraser Valley where the overall average price year-to-date for apartment units is up two per cent year-over year ($559,215/$548,658) according to the Fraser Valley Real Estate Board while Vancouver has edged up two per cent to $823,550 in 2024 Home-buying activity started with a bang in both Greater Vancouver and the Fraser Valley this year as the anticipation of interest rate cuts in April fuelled momentum When it became evident that interest rates would hold steady until June or July Several areas in Greater Vancouver have reported an increase in year-to-date sales including Port Coquitlam (263 sales in 2024 compared to 237 sales in 2023) New Westminster (546/544) and Whistler/Pemberton (186/180) Despite several interest rate cuts to date holding off on purchasing their home until rates decline further while sellers are reluctant to list their homes for fear of leaving money on the table The catch-22 situation has been frustrating for buyers and sellers alike but buyers who pull the trigger now on a purchase may ultimately find themselves in a better position come spring Selection is good with more than 2,100 apartments currently listed for sale in Greater Vancouver and another 2,080 available in the Fraser Valley and buyers have the luxury of time to make thoughtful decisions the number of purchasers in the market is expected to increase Some of the most popular areas for condominium sales in Greater Vancouver in recent years are in East Vancouver Its culturally diverse and artsy neighbourhoods as well as craft breweries and entertainment Grey and Dunbar offer condo buyers a spectacular view of North Vancouver and the Burrard Inlet and easy access to the Skytrain A one-bedroom apartment in an established building in Mt Pleasant can be purchased for approximately $650,000 while newer product can be picked up for as low as $490,000 to a high of $928,000 Prices in nearby Kits trend higher with a one-bedroom hovering at $715,000 on average The lion's share of apartment sales in both Greater Vancouver and Fraser Valley are occurring under the $800,000 price point for a one-bedroom apartment while a two-bedroom priced below $1 million will generate solid interest The Valley tends to offer greater selection under the $800,000 price point and typically has more appeal with first-time buyers As demand rises in tandem with the Bank of Canada's interest rate cuts Spring of 2025 is expected to be characterized by strong demand and dwindling supply Strong economic fundamentals going into the new year will support an increase in home-buying activity with lower interest rates and longer amortization periods helping to draw first time buyers into the market once again.  While interprovincial migration has slowed from year-ago levels overall net migration to Alberta continues to climb sparking demand in the province's affordable real estate market the sale of condominium apartments experienced a modest increase of almost three per cent in the first eight months of the year with 5,722 units changing hands compared to 5,577 sales during the same period in 2023 Year-to-date average price has climbed 15 per cent year-over-year to just over $347,000 according to the Calgary Real Estate Board Growth has been noted in virtually all areas of the city with the greatest percentage increases in sales occurring in Eau Claire (59.1 per cent) Garrison Woods (64.7 per cent) Garrison Green (23.5 per cent) and Currie Barracks (18.2 per cent) Most condominium apartment sales are occurring in the downtown district Younger buyers tend to gravitate toward the core area which allows residents to walk to work and amenities the highest number of sales occurred in the Downtown East Village where 129 units have been sold year to date Significant gains have also been posted in average price with Saddle Ridge experiencing an increase in values close to 36 per cent Out of the 12 key Calgary markets analyzed by RE/MAX Seller's market conditions prevailed in the city throughout much of the year with strong demand characterizing home-buying activity with 49 apartments selling over $1 million so far this year compared to 41 during the same period in 2023 retirees and oil executives are behind the push for high-end units most of which are in the downtown core offering spectacular views of both the Bow River and the mountains First-time buyers are most active in the suburbs where they can get the best bang for their buck in communities such as McKenzie Town Apartment values in these areas average around $300,000 making them an attractive first step to home ownership but also an affordable entry point for small investors inventory levels have improved substantially with a relatively good selection of condominiums available for sale with the sales-to-new listings ratio now sitting at 60 per cent more buyers and a greater number of investors are expected to enter the market in the year ahead when rates are lower but prices are higher buyers may want to consider making a purchase today when supply is healthy and market conditions are less heated Buying with a two-month closing could also capture the expected Bank of Canada rate cuts in October and December Home-buying activity in the Edmonton's apartment segment exploded in 2024 with year-to-date sales almost 37 per cent ahead of year-ago levels Affordability continues to be the catalyst for activity making 2024 the best year for apartment sales in the past five years (for the January to August period) The average price of an apartment in Edmonton year-to-date is $200,951 according to the Realtors Association of Edmonton making Edmonton the lowest-priced major market in the country Immigration and in-migration have seriously contributed to the uptick in sales with Edmonton reporting record population growth in 2023 Statistics Canada data for Alberta in the second quarter of 2024 show net interprovincial migration continues unabated with 9,654 new residents coming from other Canadian centres – the majority hailing from Ontario and British Columbia immigration numbers remained relatively constant at 32,000 The sales-to-new-listings ratio now sits at 65 per cent—clear seller's territory Many condominiums are now moving in multiple offers The influx of newcomers has buoyed the city with growth evident in neighbourhoods from the downtown core to the suburbs Home ownership is more-easily attainable in Edmonton relative to other major cities with the cost of a condominium apartment as low as $100,000 Newer condominiums are available for less than $300,000 Condominiums vary in shape and size in Edmonton with row house condominiums featuring a backyard and a garage being a major attraction fixing them up and renting them out for top dollar Lower development costs have also prompted an influx of out-of-province builders and developers who can quickly construct 20- and 30-floor high-rise towers or townhouse developments that fill the missing middle Well-known builders in Ontario and British Columbia are moving into the Alberta market because of the lack of red tape Several condominium buildings are currently underway with many more in various stages of planning more balance market conditions are expected First-time buyers are also exceptionally active in the condo segment Affordable price points and a notable lack of provincial and municipal land transfer taxes allow younger buyers to easily enter the market Purchasers who are coming from other provinces quickly realize how far their dollar stretches in Edmonton as the low cost of housing allows for more disposable income Amenity-rich Oliver remains one of the most coveted hubs in Edmonton the diverse neighbourhood offers a mix of new condominium development including walk ups and peripheral spin off including retail shops all within a short walk to the River Valley Demand is especially high thanks to the walkability of the area and close proximity to the ICE District Old Strathcona and Whyte Avenue are also sought-after The trendy arts and cultural area boasts a mix of funky Edmonton's housing market continues to be driven from the bottom up who move into townhomes and eventually make their way to single-detached homes The cycle is expected to be supported by a strong local and provincial economy heading into 2025 as monetary policy continues to ease households and businesses increase spending Demand for condominium apartments and townhomes in the Greater Toronto Area has softened year-over-year with sales off 2023 levels by eight per cent Close to 16,800 condo apartments and townhomes changed hands between January and August 2024 down from 18,263 sales during the same period in 2023 Overall condominium values fell almost two per cent with average price now sitting at $732,648 for apartments and townhomes down from $747,039 during the same period in 2023 according to data from the Toronto Regional Real Estate Board (TRREB) Two buyer pools are impacting the condominium market at present—investors and end users as a growing number of condominium investors find themselves unable to cover their carrying costs when closing Urbanation and CIBC Economics examined the distribution of cash flow by dollar amount and found that 30 per cent of investors of new condos completed in 2023 were cash flow negative by $1,000 or more.  especially those seeking larger one-bedroom-plus-den or two-bedroom units Humewood-Cedarvale (C03) and Bedford-Nortown Several new buildings in these areas have prompted a 25.3- and 13.3-per-cent uptick in sales activity respectively while average price has edged slightly higher in Forest Hill South Humewood-Cedarvale ($871,839 in 2024 compared to $863,681 in 2023) Double-digit increases in year-to-date condominium sales in the 416 were also reported in west end communities such as High Park Swansea and Roncesvalles (up 15.7 per cent) and Runnymede-Bloor West Village (up 25.2 per cent); and in the east an uptick in condo activity was noted in Halton Hills (up 21.6 per cent) and Milton (up 13.3 per cent); and in Newmarket (up 30.6 per cent) Close to 43 per cent of TRREB districts in the 416-area code reported modest gains in average price between January and August of 2024 with a close to 14-per-cent increase in values One in four markets in the 905-area code have posted gains in condominium values year-over-year Inventory levels continued to climb throughout much of the year as available resale units were joined by an influx of new completions on the Multiple Listing Service (MLS) Selection has vastly improved over year-ago levels with over 8,300 apartment units actively listed for sale at the end of August compared to 5,455 units during the same period in 2023 Almost 1,700 active listings were reported in the condo townhouse segment up 53 per cent from the 1,110 posted in 2023 Pre-construction condominium assignments are still occurring as investors look to sell their units before registration New completions have slowed in the second quarter of this year in Greater Toronto-Hamilton in large part due to the lack of investor interest with starts off last year's level by 67 per cent Repercussions in the short-term will be negligible but the longer-term impact is expected to be substantial Twenty-thousand new condominium units are planned for the GTA in 2025; 30,000 in 2026; and 40,000 in 2027 With a six-month supply of condominiums currently available for sale the GTA market is heading into clear buyers' territory With values at or near bottom and Bank of Canada overnight rates trending lower the fall market may represent the perfect storm for first-time buyers more buyers are expected to enter the market in the months ahead the current oversupply will be diminished and demand will take flight placing upward pressure on average prices once again retirees and first-time homebuyers fuelled steady demand for condominium apartments and walk-ups in Ottawa in 2024 the number of units sold between January and August fell short of year-ago levels The Ottawa Real Estate Board reported just over 1,400 condominium apartments changed hands year to date Affordability remains a major concern in Ottawa despite changes to monetary policy in recent months First-time buyers find themselves locked out of the freehold market given high interest rates and stringent lending policies Fixed mortgage rates have dropped in recent weeks and are expected to continue to decline for the remainder of the year and into 2025 Inventory levels have increased year over year as a result with active listings in August hovering at 636 First-time buyers who choose to move forward with a purchase are typically looking for condominiums with low monthly maintenance fees and a parking spot priced from $500,000 to $550,000 The downtown core to Centretown and Dows Lake are popular destinations Those seeking to spend less could find a lower-priced unit in an older building for $350,000 but monthly condominium fees would be significantly higher Suburban condominiums in areas such as Kanata Tighter inventory levels exist in the luxury segment where fewer condominium apartments are available over the $850,000 price point Empty nesters and retirees are responsible for the lion's share of activity in the top end of Ottawa's condominium market as well as neighbourhoods undergoing gentrification including The Glebe Walkability is a major factor in these communities with condominium apartments within walking distance to top restaurants and cafes unique shops and picturesque walking paths As consumer confidence grows with each interest rate cut more and more buyers should return to the market Fourth-quarter sales are expected to be comparable to year-ago levels but the outlook for spring of 2025 appears to be bright Pent-up demand is building and those first into the market will reap the rewards After three consecutive interest rate cuts and the prospect of two more by year end optimism is finally building in the Halifax Regional Municipality housing market Average condominium values have edged ahead of year-ago levels in the first eight months of the year up one per cent over the $479,558 reported during the same period in 2023 with 510 properties changing hands between January and August down close to seven per cent from last year's levels according to data compiled by the Nova Scotia Association of Realtors The trepidation that existed earlier in the year is subsiding and confidence is starting to grow as inflation is curtailed The most competitive segment of the overall housing market remains under $600,000 in the Halifax area with first-time buyers most active at this price point Entry-level condominiums priced between $300,000 and $400,000 are most sought after while semi-detached and townhomes tend to be the preferred choice over $400,000 condominium sales over $750,000 have experienced a modest uptick compared to 34 during the same period one year ago Year-to-date average price in the top end of the market has softened from year-ago levels down from $957,300 during the same timeframe in 2023 Young professionals and retirees are largely behind the push for higher-end condominiums with most sales occurring within the city's downtown core Downward pressure on interest rates has prompted more sellers to list their condos in recent weeks but there are no liquidation sales occurring Inventory levels are up just over eight per cent from 2023 The vast majority of condominium apartments are found on the peninsula's northeast quadrant Some developments are situated on the waterfront in Dartmouth (near the ferry) and in Bedford but supply is less plentiful in these areas.   Investors are also active in Halifax's condominium market with an eye toward rental properties Multi-unit housing remains exceptionally popular with most investors interested in buildings with eight to 10 units Four-plexes and duplexes are also an option given the city's low vacancy rates and upward pressure on rent In-migration and immigration have continued to play a role in the city's growth although the influx of newcomers has abated somewhat from peak levels contributed to a net increase of 6,000 people in the second quarter of 2024 Major improvements are planned for the Dartmouth waterfront that will make it more pedestrian friendly in the coming years The redevelopment hopes to mirror the success of Halifax's vibrant waterfront area that continues to attract both visitors and residents to the area's restaurants and cafes and the ferry terminal.  With continuous investment and a bold new vision for the municipality Halifax is expected to thrive in the years ahead given the city's affordable real estate and spectacular topography As one of the leading global real estate franchisors LLC is a subsidiary of RE/MAX Holdings (NYSE: RMAX) with more than 140,000 agents in almost 9,000 offices with a presence in more than 110 countries and territories RE/MAX Canada refers to RE/MAX of Western Canada (1998) Nobody in the world sells more real estate than RE/MAX as measured by residential transaction sides.  Readers are cautioned not to place undue reliance on forward-looking statements which speak only as of the date on which they are made to update this information to reflect future events or circumstances Danielle Scott, APEX PR: [email protected], 416-909-5185; Lydia McNutt, RE/MAX Canada: [email protected], 416-797-0473 Do not sell or share my personal 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Create Account the data displays both the total number of cases per neighbourhood and the number of infections per 100,000 people We apologize, but this video has failed to load.Try refreshing your browser, ortap here to see other videos from our team.Play VideoArticle contentFor total number of cases the Rouge neighbourhood in the city’s extreme east ranks the highest at 400 followed by Mount Olive-Silverstone-Jamestown with 384 Lambton-Baby Point — a wealthy enclave in the former city of York between the Humber River and Jane St. Andrew-Winfields — an area bordered north-to-south by the 401 to York Mills Rd Mayor John Tory said he wasn’t surprised by the results into the socio-economic characteristics of some of those neighbourhoods and the kinds of work settings in which people work the accommodations that they often live in sometimes many members of a family together,” he said “It provides more of an opportunity for the virus to spread inside those households than what otherwise might be the case.” Eileen de Villa said that while knowing which areas of the city are hardest-hit is valuable from a public health point of view she warned against using the map to stigmatize those living there “Where a person lives does not necessarily indicate where they picked up COVID-19,” she said “You are at risk of getting COVID-19 anywhere when you are in close contact with the respiratory droplets of someone who is infected with the virus.” She also warned against assuming the map indicates parts of the city people should avoid “Areas with lower rates of COVID-19 cases are not inherently safer from a COVID-19 perspective,” she said As of Tuesday — the most up-to-date information available at press time — there are 10,525 cases in Toronto Three-hundred fifty-six patients were in hospital TEN HARDEST HIT TORONTO NEIGHBOURHOODS(Source: City of Toronto Public Health) Rouge (400 cases)Mount Olive-Silverstone-Jamestown (384 cases)Milliken (365 cases)West Humber-Clairville (357 cases)Woburn (325 cases)Glenfield-Jane Heights (305 cases)Agincourt North (301 cases)Agincourt South-Malvern West (301 cases)Downsview-Roding-CFB (277 cases)York University Heights (249 cases) This website uses cookies to personalize your content (including ads), and allows us to analyze our traffic. 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By continuing to use our site, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy You can manage saved articles in your account Join the thousands of Torontonians who’ve signed up for our free newsletter and get award-winning local journalism delivered to your inbox Parkdale-High Park includes the neighbourhoods of Swansea Just 26 percent of the Ward’s residents are visible minorities There are six candidates in the race for the Parkdale-High Park city council seat who is widely regarded as the leader of council’s left wing With the recent departures of progressives like Joe Cressy the counterbalance to Mayor John Tory rests in places like Parkdale-High Park There are five challengers to Perks: Siri Agrell and Steve Yuen (see their fact-checked bios in the next section) The matrix below provides a head-to-head comparison of where council candidates stand on key issues The Local combed through city council records to review all the decisions made over the last four years and identified a dozen votes that are the most telling on different issues: homelessness We then sent the challengers a survey asking them how they would have voted on those same 12 motions adding the results to what we already know about how Perks voted Firstly, we got full participation in the survey—permitting a head-to-head comparison among all six candidates Ongoing coverage of Toronto’s 2022 municipal election hyper-local coverage of competitive ward races across the city and a Candidate Tracker tool to keep you informed this fall We don’t elect people to oversee any other specific public service The Toronto Police take three times longer than they should to get to the most urgent emergencies Why a $1.1 billion force doesn’t come when you need them Cost-cutting measures will push thousands of paratransit users onto the TTC with disabled and elderly riders forced into gruelling bus and subway trips The numbers don’t lie: this city’s incumbency advantage is the worst in North America Andrew Gorham is a former journalist with the Globe and Mail. His platform includes affordable housing which he wants to accomplish by freezing all building developments immediately unless they will house individuals and households with an annual income below $49,000 freezing all current rent levels for 10 years which he wants to accomplish by banning the sale of cars within the city and the use of cars within the downtown core and providing free bicycles and locks for every citizen who wants them Gorham also wants to offer a $100 rebate for every citizen who votes in the City of Toronto regardless of who they vote for and one free bag lunch every day for every citizen Christopher Jurik’s website describes him as a cabinetmaker and 40-year resident of Ward 4 His platform priorities include improving the shelter system slowing traffic on Parkside Drive and educating cyclists and drivers on road rules and radically rethinking safety by investing in alternatives to policing Information about this candidate could not be found at time of publication Francis says she has administrative and retail experience Details about this candidate’s campaign were not available at the time of publication His motivation for political organizing occurred when he realized that science alone cannot solve society’s systemic problems resulting in a double gym and community facility at Holy Family Elementary School multilingual families to pass on their language and culture to the next generation and ensuring the engagement and consultation of parents in decision-making larger building for the expanded student population An issue Dufour Séguin said people have been advocating for since the 1990’s the council invoked charter rights by arguing the Francophone school was not being resourced adequately and therefore access to education was not equal to those in Anglophone schools award-winning journalism thanks to the generous support of readers you're contributing to a new kind of journalism—in-depth from corners of Toronto too often overlooked Join the thousands of Torontonians who've signed up for our free newsletter and get award-winning local journalism delivered to your inbox non-profit journalism from corners of Toronto too often overlooked TorontoNewsThis is where home prices are holding steady or still going up in OntarioBy Joanna LavoieOpens in new windowPublished: August 18, 2022 at 4:13PM EDT Detached values climb in more than 80 per cent of Fraser Valley communities; two-thirds of communities in Greater Vancouver; and 40 per cent of markets in the GTA's 905 area code 2024 /CNW/ -- With first-time buyers locked out of the country's most expensive housing markets have been fuelling detached home-buying activity in the first six months of 2024 in the Greater Toronto Area (GTA) Greater Vancouver Area (GVA) and Fraser Valley The RE/MAX Hot Pocket Communities Report surveyed 83 markets in the GTA and found that close to 40 per cent of markets (33/83) reported an increase in detached housing values in the first half of the year while 30 per cent reported an upswing in the number of sales (25/83) The Greater Toronto Area's 416 area code led the other regions in rebounding sales momentum with just over 34 per cent of neighbourhoods stable or experiencing growth in detached home-buying activity—ahead of the 905 Limited inventory levels in Greater Vancouver and the Fraser Valley are supporting price appreciation in the detached home category with Fraser Valley leading with 83.3 per cent (5/6) of local areas noting an upswing in average price followed by Greater Vancouver with 70.6 per cent of neighbourhoods marking an increase in median values Top 5 Detached Housing Markets in Sales Gains "While affordability remains the top obstacle for first-time homebuyers more experienced buyers and investors are taking advantage of softer housing values making their moves ahead of the Bank of Canada's (BoC) end to quantitative tightening," says RE/MAX President Christopher Alexander with an estimated 20,000 to 25,000 buyers currently lying in wait in the GTA and another 5,000 buyers in the Greater Vancouver area ready to pull the trigger  The first interest rate cut in June did little to incentivize buyers but early indications show the second may have struck a nerve." the 10-year average for sales in the Greater Toronto area is just over 92,000 annually Given last year's drop to 66,000 sales and just over 75,000 homes sold in 2022 the region's real estate market has seen a shortfall of 43,000 sales over the past two years alone The same argument can be made for the Greater Vancouver Area where sales have typically averaged over 33,000 annually over the past decade Over 26,000 homes sold last year while close to 29,000 homes sold in 2022 which is about 11,000 transactions short of traditional levels immigration and population growth have continued," says Alexander "The right conditions will undoubtably unleash demand certain neighbourhoods have proven stronger than others." pockets that posted notable percentage gains in home-buying activity include Dufferin Grove Waterfront Communities (C01); Oakwood Village Forest Hill South (C03); Rosedale-Moore Park (C09); Leaside "Vibrant downtown/midtown communities remain a perennial favourite with purchasers in Toronto with buyers vying for detached properties in coveted blue-chip neighbourhoods such as Rosedale-Moore Park as well as gentrified areas including Trinity-Bellwoods and Corso Italia-Davenport," says Alexander "The ongoing evolution of these neighbourhoods continues to prop up demand as buyers at all price points are drawn to their attractive walkability scores Bowen Island led with a 36.8 per cent upswing in sales followed by West Vancouver/Howe Sound at 8.7 per cent; Sunshine Coast at 6.7 per cent; Port Coquitlam at three per cent; and Maple Ridge/Pitt Meadows at 2.7 per cent North Delta was the only market in the Fraser Valley to report an increase in sales rising 6.4 per cent over year-ago levels for the same period "Recreational communities are represented in the top markets in the GVA with many buyers seeking to combine the joy of nature with access to the city Areas such as the Sunshine Coast and Squamish in particular are experiencing a strong uptick in recent years that is also lifestyle driven," explains Alexander adding that Bowen Island has increased in popularity Fraser Valley and the Greater Vancouver Area stood out in terms of the number of communities reporting an increase in detached median values the first half of the year led by Squamish (14.2 per cent to $1,570,000) and Port Coquitlam (8.6 per cent to $1,465,000) Other pockets reporting rising median prices included North Vancouver (8.3 per cent to $2,275,000) Vancouver East (4.6 per cent $1,974,950); and Whistler-Pemberton (3.4 per cent to $2,350,000) Top 5 Detached Housing Markets in Price Gains 40 per cent of communities in the 905 reported an upswing in average price with the highest gains reported in Scugog in Durham Region (9.3 per cent to $1,090,069) and Stouffville in York Region (six per cent to $1,641,821) was also reported in detached house values in York Region—Aurora (2.6 per cent to $1,707,177) Richmond Hill (0.8 per cent to $2,009,410); Durham Region—Brock (0.2 per cent to $766,933) Uxbridge (4.6 per cent $1,433,054); and Halton Region—Burlington (2.2 per cent to $1,480,854) almost 29 per cent (10/35) of markets registered upward momentum in detached housing values Toronto's West End led in terms of rising housing values with five of 10 neighbourhoods experiencing an upswing in average price The highest increase was noted in the Kingsway South and Eringate-Centennial-West Deane (W08) where detached values rose 9.1 per cent to $1,824,330 and Emerson Junction (W02) at 7.8 per cent to $1,751,504 Woodbine Corridor and East-End Danforth (E02) rounded out the top three markets in the 416 Many purchasers in today's market are first-time trade-up buyers or link dwellings to detached housing," says Alexander "This cohort has been fortunate in the sense that the entry-level price range has been relatively sheltered from downward pressure and has made the step up to a single-detached ownership less onerous than in past years first-time trade-up buyers were active in various pockets and price points." The RE/MAX Hot Pocket Communities Report also identified several notable trends in the GTA Affordable housing options remain sought after throughout the GTA The top five housing markets identify communities where home ownership is a possibility for first-time buyers with prices under the $1 million benchmark as three of the fastest-growing regions in the GTA's 905 are home to the top four most affordable neighbourhoods offering detached housing options under $1 million The Sunshine Coast in Greater Vancouver with a median price of $945,857 rounds out the top five.  Top 5 Most Affordable Detached Housing Markets a slow recovery is underway," says Alexander "Sidelined buyers are expected to make their way back into housing markets Improving fundamentals in the months ahead should stimulate greater momentum into the fall and through the beginning of 2025 it's undeniable that some first-time buyers are up against considerable challenges likely to temper momentum at the entry level." There are still some policy levers that could remove barriers to affordable home ownership Recently announced government intervention in terms of longer amortization periods (30 years) for insured resale home purchasers similar to what's been introduced for new construction will enable more buyers to enter the market given high housing values in major markets in Ontario and British Columbia Extending the same option to resale homes over $1 million should be considered in order to alleviate some of the country's current housing crisis to a greater extent all boats rise with the tide – once the first-time buyers segment gains greater traction we should see a ripple effect," says Alexander were up 3.3 per cent compared to July 2023 sales in the first six months of 2024 are down just four per cent compared to this same period one year ago It's a sign that the gap is closing amid growing buyer confidence The only dark cloud on the horizon is the possibility of a U.S recession given stock market volatility that recently culminated in a Black Friday/Black Monday Feds decision to hold interest rates once again so expect buyers to stay tuned to any possible economic headwinds." Median values for detached housing in Vancouver Proper were buoyed by supply shortages at affordable price points in the first half of 2024 according to Elizabeth McQueen of RE/MAX Select Properties While sales fell just short of last year's levels in Vancouver East down 0.6 per cent from the same period in 2023 median price climbed 4.6 per cent to $1,974,950 but values rose 1.6 per cent to $3,557,500 West Vancouver/Howe Sound was the one outlier posting an 8.7-per-cent uptick in home-buying activity The influx of buyers into the lower end of the market can be attributed to an anticipated uptick in housing prices as the Bank of Canada (BoC) winds down its quantitative tightening mandate At luxury price points – most over $5 million – many sellers are pulling their detached listings while they take a summer 'break.' However non-residents at the upper-end are laser-focused on selling their properties before they are faced with the prospect of another vacancy tax in 2025 there has been an upswing in the number of high-end homes currently listed for sale with the average days on market hovering at 70 Little activity is occurring in the upper end of the market with 125 sales occurring over $5 million in Greater Vancouver down just over 17 per cent from year-ago levels with events like the upcoming US election and challenges on the Canadian political front With just half a point shaved off overnight levels to date detached sales are unlikely to rebound much over the summer months the market may not show signs of life until late 2024 or early 2025 Low inventory levels continue to support detached housing values in both the Greater Vancouver Area (GV) and the Fraser Valley with median prices up in almost 71 per cent of markets in the GVA and just over 83 per cent of the market in the Fraser Valley in the first six months of 2024 according to Tim Hill of RE/MAX All Points Realty based in Vancouver Just 29 per cent of markets in Vancouver reported an uptick in detached housing sales North was the only market in the Fraser Valley to experience an increase in sales up 6.4 per cent over levels reported during the same period in 2023 Affordability and lifestyle played a major role in increased home-buying activity with four of the five GVA markets boasting median prices ranging from $945,857 in the Sunshine Coast to $1,465,000 in Port Coquitlam Detached median values in West Vancouver/Howe Sound softened likely reflecting a greater number of sales in the lower end of the market Trade-up activity is occurring as buyers who have built equity in recent years take this opportunity in the market to embark on the next step of home ownership When the federal government's plan to raise capital gains tax was introduced investors who were considering rental properties upscaled their principal residences instead the slow drip downwards remains a formidable challenge to buyers in the Greater Vancouver and Fraser Valley detached housing markets yet buyers appear reluctant to move off the sidelines until the overnight rate drops by at least one full percentage point are expected to remain soft throughout the remainder of the summer with greater home-buying activity extected this fall Those who have been biding their time may want to take advantage of softer market conditions while inventory remains stable finding a home may prove to be the biggest obstacle Halton Region was one of the top-performing regions in the Greater Toronto Area in the first six months of the year with overall average price for detached housing up just over one per cent to $1,627,858 and sales falling just short of 2023 levels for the same period Milton was the sole market to experience an uptick in detached sales this year Lower housing values combined with a good selection of properties listed for sale have attracted a fair number of buyers to the area Average price climbed nominally in Burlington Demand for detached housing was most evident on the peripheral areas bordering Oakville including Burlington's east end and Peel Region's west end Value-conscious buyers are behind the push for detached housing gravitating towards communities with good infrastructure including GO train access to Downtown Toronto Two-storey homes are most popular with families moving out of Toronto's core while bungalows on generous lot sizes tend to appeal to empty nester and retirees who are downsizing This trend is especially evident in West Oakville where moderate priced bungalows on good size lots are moving fast not quite ready to make the leap but looking to secure ownership now are purchasing with the intent of renting the property out until they are ready to officially make the move While affordability continues to be a monumental challenge for first time buyers in York Region existing homeowners with equity are cautiously entering the market according to Cam Forbes of RE/MAX Realtron Realty Opportunities exist throughout the region at present with the most affordable communities including Newmarket and Stouffville experiencing some upward pressure on values Overall inventory levels for detached housing product have improved in York Region with a good selection of detached properties available for sale down 1.1 per cent in the first six months of 2024 Despite softer housing values and a plethora of "deals" available the first step to home ownership -- the condominium market—is struggling with 8,806 active condominium apartment listings on the Multiple Listing Service (MLS) in June and 28,163 new units completed in the last four quarters in the Greater Toronto Hamilton Area (GTHA) according to the latest data report by Urbanation Entry-level buyers who are hoping to enter the freehold market typically do not have the downpayment to support the size of the mortgage required and rates are prohibitive Interest rates would need to come down between one and 1.5 per cent to make a meaningful difference in today's market Detached housing sales in the first half are off last year's pace by nearly 10 per cent but some areas have fared comparatively well all of which report activity nearly on par with the first half of 2023 levels With the traditional summer market underway sales activity in York Region is expected to slow further as people go on vacation While there may be a nominal upswing in the demand for detached homes in the fall a change in market fundamentals by spring of 2025 should spark an increase in home-buying activity particularly if overnight rates fall below four per cent.  communities in the central core are smaller and are typically undersupplied in terms of listing inventory – some registering single digits when it comes to detached listings Serious buyers continue to fuel demand in these blue-chip areas sparking multiple offers on homes priced at fair market value with countless stories of purchasers abandoning their search after viewing 30 The nominal decline in the overnight rate of .25 basis points in June did little to re-invigorate the market Despite further interest rate relief announcement in late July many buyers are choosing to take the summer off and return to their home search in September when interest rates are expected to fall further Detached sales in the first six months of 2024 have increased in coveted downtown neighbourhoods such as Trinity-Bellwoods as well as midtown communities including Humewood-Cedarvale Overall detached sales in the first half of the year were down 4.7 per cent in the central core Exceptions include Yonge-Eglinton and Humewood-Cedarvale (C03) in midtown and north Toronto neighbourhoods such as Bayview Village Prices were virtually on par in Bedford Park-Nortown Gentrification has played a role in many of the walkable downtown and midtown neighbourhoods and boutique shops now a substantial draw for today's buyers The Central core is expected to remain stable throughout the remainder of the year This is especially true of markets south of Eglinton Ave with an estimated 20,000-25,000 people currently sitting on the sidelines setting the stage for a more robust 2025 in terms of home-buying activity Detached housing sales in Toronto's east end remained tight in the first six months of the year with local communities characterized by low inventory levels and high sales-to-list price ratios Strong demand has fuelled upward momentum in average price in perennial favourites such as the Beaches Woodbine Corridor and East-End Danforth (E02) Oakridge (E06) and Highland Creek (E10) in the first six months of 2024 while home-buying activity rose in Riverdale With an average of 12.6 listing days on market in June established neighbourhoods near the waterfront remains exceptionally popular with young buyers and those with families sales were down a modest 3.4 per cent in East Toronto neighbourhoods in the first half of the year Despite a two per cent dip in average price in east end markets affordability remains top of mind in the area with many buyers looking for single-detached homes in the sweet spot between $1.5 million and $2 million and proximity to amenities and transportation There has also been a recent influx of investors who have shifted from the condominium space to the East End frontage with the potential for laneway housing offer an excellent return in terms of rental income Pent-up demand is also building at certain price points but accumulating a downpayment and higher carrying costs are proving insurmountable for many first-time buyers Those purchasers able to save a downpayment are now travelling further east in the hopes of realizing home ownership in Durham Region and Clarington offer detached housing under the $1 million price point Trade-up activity is occurring to a certain extent which has contributed to higher values in some areas as more expensive homes are sold Some homeowners are upgrading within their neighbourhoods while others are expanding their search into communities within the central core where values for larger homes on more generous lot sizes have softened With two rate cuts in the rear-view mirror it may take until late fall of 2024 or early 2025 before the market truly awakens But when opportunity finally aligns with affordability the market is expected to gain momentum quickly As one of the leading global real estate franchisors RE/MAX Canada refers to RE/MAX of Western Canada (1998) LLC and RE/MAX Ontario-Atlantic Canada Siri Agrell is candidate for Toronto city council in Parkdale-High Park and alum of the School of Journalism at TMU “I think a different type of leadership is needed almost everywhere I think we’ve forgotten what good leaders look like … We need people who listen We need people who can rally people around a path forward,” says Siri Agrell a candidate for Toronto city council for Parkdale-High Park Agrell, ’02, started her journalism career as an urban affairs reporter (external link)  at the Globe and Mail Ten years later she became the deputy director of communications to the former Ontario premier “I like things that are complex,” Agrell says “The original move into a political role wasn’t really about politics I’m not partisan and like a lot of journalists I hate being part of any club.” Working with Wynne on her speech after winning the Liberal leadership convention or working with the mayor to back road tolls are the kind of moments making her proud of her career so far.  But the thing she is most proud of is her ability to be dropped into different environments and excel Transitioning from journalism to politics and government “I think journalism was great training: the ability to walk into any room and not be intimidated,” Agrell says.   and if you can articulate yourself clearly—then there’s nothing you can’t do I have worked in almost every field and I will tell you that those skills are sorely needed.” She points to her ability to have a sense of what the story would be anticipate how people would react and be able to ask the right questions without being afraid all transferable journalism skills that became valuable when she started her career as a senior political staff member she said she thinks about journalism all the time.  “People ask me if I hate going door to door I love meeting different people and getting to talk to them and ask them questions.” What type of leadership does the ward need Agrell’s campaign platform is all about making Parkdale-High Park the best place to live in Toronto Parkdale-High Park includes the neighbourhoods of Swansea, High Park North, The Junction, Runnymede-Bloor West Village, Lambton Baby Point, Roncesvalles, and Parkdale, with a population of 108,805, according to The Local (external link)  She wants to ensure everyone in Parkdale-High Park feels seen and included by wanting to implement more inclusive representation when discussing issues relating to inequalities Mayor John Tory joins Siri Agrell campaigning and speaking with local residents in Parkdale-High Park “Almost all of political engagement—from what journalists know to what the public knows - takes place online reductionist environment that is damaging to our health and our democracy she intentionally decided to not use social media to spread her message There is a value to discussing difficult topics in person which is why she has created other spaces where community members are encouraged to have face-to-face interactions.  An example is her weekly “Ask Siri” sessions that are held for local businesses around the ward In her BetaKit  (external link) article Agrell says that although Toronto is a great city for tech companies more work needs to be done to ensure that the talent is going towards making the city even better Siri Agrell speaking at The Walrus Talks in 2017 about how technology alone is not the only way to create social change Social media can be used as a space for facilitated conversations that would not be possible offline, but Agrell argues  (external link) that it is also a place where minorities are often subject to verbal abuse and harassment both of which can lead to wider harm including polarization It’s a completely different experience to look someone in the eye you can handle complexity without being mean,” says Agrell.  to avoid falling into the trap of thinking that there is only one way to do meaningful work “It is not a choice between journalism and PR Journalists are smart and curious and fast That means they can do anything,” she says Undergraduate office.journalism@torontomu.ca 416-979-5319 Graduate mj@torontomu.ca While these sorts of impacts are only beginning to be even remotely quantified, mental health has become perhaps more pertinent a topic of conversation than ever, along with discussions of lack of access to help for mental health issues, and, after a few notable incidents the city's response to those in mental health crises some new data from the Toronto Police Service has shed some light on what demographics in the city have been most prone to such crises in recent years with numbers about crisis calls received by the force between 2014 and 2020 As a release on the topic clarifies the information provided covers persons in crisis calls for service which "includes calls attended by a police officer for various attempt or threaten suicide occurrences as well as overdoses," and also mental health act apprehensions which is when "an apprehension has been made under the Mental Health Act because a police office has had reasonable grounds to believe that a person is acting in a disorderly manner and is a threat or at risk of causing harm to themselves or others." peaking at a whopping 30,689 calls for service over a mental health crisis in 2020 and 11,707 mental health act apprehensions that same year That marks eight per cent more mental health calls overall with 18 per cent more for overdoses than in 2019 and 14 per cent more for people in general crisis the latter of which was the most common call by far (19,464 calls in 2020) Those aged 25 to 34 were by far the most predominant group for MHA apprehensions specifically Men were also the subject of more calls than women (58 per cent vs the Church-Yonge Corridor was the site of the most of such recorded mental health events over 2020 (2,104) followed by Moss Park (1,411) and Parkdale (972) Kensington-Chinatown and the Bay Street corridor also had particularly high numbers while Alderwood  saw such calls skyrocket a staggering 96 per cent from the year prior Princess-Rosethorn saw the least number of calls (39) followed by Lambton Baby Point (45) and Woodbine-Lumsden (47) More nitty-gritty numbers about times of day days of week and months per year that saw the most calls is also included in the datasets which will now be updated annually as part of the service's new strategy for dealing with mental health and addictions "The Toronto Police Service recognizes the complexity of mental health and addictions issues and our strategy demonstrates our ongoing commitment to effective, compassionate and respectful responses to these complex issues," Chief of Police Jim Ramer said in a statement when the data was first released Wednesday "Making this information openly available is one step we are taking towards sharing our progress with the community and our partners." Paul Flynn You will also start receiving the Star's free morning newsletter ON- OCTOBER 14 - The annual salmon run up the Humber River attracts fishermen and spectators to ƒtienne Bržle Park near the Old Mill Inn to watch them make the leap over the dam on their way to spawn in Toronto A fisherman stands under the Old Mill Bridge as the Salmon run up the Humber River near the Old Mill in Toronto Tourists photograph the Gibraltar Point Lighthouse at Toronto Island A local man has been erecting elaborate structures on Leslie Spit this year Summer weather is fully enforce as people take to the outdoors down the Humber River at Etienne Brule Park off of Old Mill Drive These Toronto landmarks just might inspire their imagination Getting the kids outside for a walk has become routine for many families but if your neighbourhood stroll is getting a little boring why not take advantage of what Toronto has to offer There are plenty of great nature walks and urban trails for families to explore that let you soak up nature and learn about local landmarks Here are five spots that let you explore the city by foot and discover the stories behind our urban greenspaces a self-guided mobile and location-based game around the Don River Valley Park and Evergreen Brick Works While Centre Island is often a go-to spot for families you might not know that the islands are also home to some interesting history Babe Ruth hit his first home run as a professional baseball player in Toronto The baseball icon played at what was then known as Maple Leaf Park in 1914 and was rebuilt and named Hanlan’s Point Stadium You can find plaques commemorating the famous baseball player and the history of the sport in Toronto near the Hanlan’s Point ferry dock at Toronto Islands a Canadian Heritage River in the west end of the city beavers and the salmon who swim upriver to spawn Explore the pathways that run alongside the river with views of marshes and parkland Start at the historic Old Mill and Old Mill Bridge Pass a plateau on the east side of the river that was home to the Indigenous settlement of Teiaiagon a residential neighbourhood developed in the early 20th century an Indigenous trade route that led from the mouth of the Humber River to the Holland River near Lake Simcoe follows the high ground on the east side of the river was originally a hotel and stagecoach stop located uphill near Dundas Street The City of Toronto’s Discovery Walks are a good source for self-directed walking tours in the city with maps and historical details such as when Hurricane Hazel ripped through Toronto in 1954 and sent a wall of water seven metres high down the Humber River Valley Your browser is out of date and potentially vulnerable to security risks.We recommend switching to one of the following browsers: Account processing issue - the email address may already exist Invalid password or account does not exist Submitting this form below will send a message to your email with a link to change your password An email message containing instructions on how to reset your password has been sent to the email address listed on your account Sarnia-Lambton's New Year's baby came early Point Edward Fire and Rescue is reminding boaters of the importance of carrying all safety equipment onboard Lambton OPP said first responders were called to the intersection of Brigden Road and Petrolia Line at 2:20 p.m proposed the public-private partnership during a city council meeting on April 29 asking members to support the pilot project and designate nine areas to be used as parking locations The Huron Shores Optimist Club has decided to pull out of a proposed outdoor ice rink in Plympton-Wyoming due to skyrocketing costs Emergency plans are being developed in Kettle and Stony Point First Nation in case the sewage treatment facility fails Winnipeg Jets captain Adam Lowry scored the winning goal 16:10 into double overtime for a 4-3 game seven victory Sunday over the St 2014This article was published more than 11 years ago A new measure is being used to rank Toronto's neighbourhoods – the "neighbourhood equity score" which combines ratings for economic opportunity participation in decision-making and physical surroundings change the way Toronto's 140 neighbourhoods are evaluated by city staff when they decide where to direct services The new rankings are likely to set off a lively debate about the city's role in providing social services and what areas of the city are most deserving of extra funding and attention – all against the backdrop of the fall civic election The new measures were developed in conjunction with researchers at St Michael's Hospital's Centre for Research on Inner City Health and are adapted from work done by the World Health Organization Welcome to The Globe and Mail’s comment community. 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