More Cities Regulating Rental Housing & Student Rentals

Ontario Student Rental Housing Regulations and Insurance Guide As the rental housing market grows, many cities in Ontario are implementing stricter regulations to ensure compliance with local rental bylaws. This is particularly important for landlords renting to students, as student housing requires specific attention to safety standards and legal requirements. If you’re looking for student … Read more

New Ontario Alcohol Sales: Ontario Accelerates Alcohol Sales Expansion to Corner Stores and Supermarkets

Ontario Premier Doug Ford has announced a new deal to accelerate the plan for selling beer, wine, and ready-to-drink cocktails in corner stores and additional supermarkets, set to start on September 4, 2024. This move, 16 months ahead of the original timeline, will cost the province up to $225 million to compensate The Beer Store, … Read more

Ontario Government Proposes Stricter Impaired Driving Laws

Stricter Impaired Driving Penalties Coming to Ontario The Ontario government plans to introduce tough new measures for impaired driving, including ignition interlock devices and lifetime driving bans, to enhance road safety. Transportation Minister Prabmeet Sarkaria announced these measures as part of a broader initiative addressing licence suspensions for stunt driving and auto theft. Mandatory Alcohol … Read more

Car Thefts in Peel: Shocking 7,700+ incidents in 1 Year

In an unsettling trend, the Peel Region of Ontario, encompassing Mississauga and Brampton, is experiencing a significant number of car thefts, indicating a widespread issue that demands immediate attention Our analysis of data spanning from May 1, 2023, to May 1, 2024, reveals some concerning statistics: Key Findings of Peel Region Car Theft Analysis: . … Read more

Honda’s New $14 Billion Electric Vehicle and Battery Plant in Ontario

Sources say, Honda Canada is gearing up to revolutionize the automotive landscape by establishing a new electric vehicle (EV) battery plant alongside its existing manufacturing facilities in Alliston, Ontario. This bold $14 billion venture is part of a collaborative effort with the federal and Ontario governments, signaling a significant push towards sustainable automotive technologies in … Read more

Toronto Rooming Houses New Rules

On March 31st, 2024, the City of Toronto embarked on an ambitious initiative, unveiling a comprehensive framework for what is commonly known as rooming houses, or multi-tenant houses. This move aims to enrich the diversity of housing options available in all neighborhoods throughout Toronto, while ensuring these accommodations are well-maintained, secure, and affordable. Key Elements … Read more

Electrifying the Roads: Canada’s iZEV Program

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Understanding the Push Towards Electric Vehicles Across the country, we see a large-scale adoption of electric vehicles that not only reduce carbon emissions but also help save money in the long term. Owners of these vehicles can now save hundreds of dollars in fuel prices and car maintenance, while also potentially benefiting from lower electric … Read more

Car Insurance in Ontario, Changes to DCPD Coverage January 1, 2024

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Starting January 1st 2024, Ontario auto insurance policy holders will have the option to remove Direct Compensation for Property Damage (DCPD) coverage from their car insurance policy. This coverage was previously mandatory. Let’s delve into what these changes are and why it’s probably not a good idea to opt-out of this very important coverage. First, … Read more

City of Toronto Approves Implementation of Vacant Home Tax

On December 16 2021, City Council approved implementation of a vacant home tax in Toronto starting in January 2022. How The City of Toronto will Define a Vacant Home The city of Toronto will consider the home vacant if it has been unoccupied for more than six months during the previous calendar year. Exemptions apply: … Read more

Top Ten Stolen Cars in Toronto 2021

Below is a list from Toronto Police Services of the top ten cars stolen in the year 2021. Top 10 Auto Thefts by Vehicle Make and Model in Toronto Preventing Car Theft.