Toronto has a shortage of affordable housing. Many individuals experiencing homelessness rely on temporary shelters, emergency services or a friend’s hospitality. Others live “rough” in the city’s parks, ravines, and alleys. Finding a safe, affordable place to live can be difficult. Why is homelessness a problem in Toronto? The key driver of homelessness in Toronto […]
Author: Muriel Schmidt
What Areas In Toronto Are Prone To Flooding?
TRCA Flood Plain Map Dixie-Dundas. Downtown Bolton. Downtown Whitchurch-Stouffville. Jane-Wilson. Lower Carruthers. Markham Industrial. Oak Ridges. Rockcliffe-Smythe. Is Toronto prone to flooding? Why is Most of Toronto at Risk of Flooding? Urban areas are at risk of flooding because they are typically formed around lakes, rivers and harbours. Extreme weather conditions such as heavy rainfall, […]
Is It Industry Growing In Calgary?
Calgary tech industry is among the highest in Canada in terms of growth, says a new report released on Wednesday. Coldwell Bank Richard Ellis’s (CBRE) Tech-30 2022 report ranked the top 30 leading technology markets in the U.S. and Canada, as well as 10 up-and-coming sectors. What industries are booming in Calgary? Top Calgary Industries […]
How Has Toronto Affected The Environment?
Water pollution from the city impacts the nearby environment as well. Sewage and harmful emissions have led to the presence of contaminants such as mercury, lead, and flame retardants within the waters of Lake Ontario. How is Toronto affecting the environment? The top three sources of greenhouse gas emissions in Toronto today are: homes and […]
What Is The Most Affluent Area In Calgary?
Springbank is by far one of the richest Calgary neighbourhoods, although it would be better described as a large rural area outside the city. Home to exclusive luxury estate communities and multi-million dollar mansions, Springbank is perhaps the epitome of luxury living for the Calgary area. Where do millionaires live in Calgary? Located in a […]
How Fast Is Calgary Growing?
Calgary’s population rose by 22,200 people from April 2021 to April 2022 and is expected to increase by over 88,000 between 2022 and 2026. To put this in perspective, Calgary will grow more than the total population of Airdrie in this timeframe. Is Calgary a fast growing city? Chart and table of population level and […]
When Did Toronto Become The Most Populated City?
The new City of Toronto became the largest city in Canada at the 2001 Census and has held the title ever since. When did Toronto become the biggest city? Suburban growth continued and in 1966 new City of Toronto boundaries were drawn, amalgamating 13 communities, with the Metropolitan government still in place. By the 1976 […]
Where Is Path Access Toronto?
PATH History joined its main store at 178 Yonge St. and its bargain annex by tunnels. Where do I enter the Toronto PATH? To reach the skywalk, follow the underground route to the Union Station. From the Union Station, walk up a flight of stairs to reach the Great Hall. From the Great Hall, follow […]
Where Are The Fall Colors In Surrey?
8 Best Surrey Parks to See Fall Colours Bear Creek Park. Maple trees at Bear Creek Park. Colebrook Park. Trembling aspen trees at Colebrook Park. Crescent Park. Fleetwood Park. Green Timbers Urban Forest Park. Hawthorne Rotary Park. Sunnyside Acres Urban Forest Park. Surrey Lake Park. Where can I see autumn colors in Surrey? 8 of […]
How Clean Is Toronto?
Toronto has long had a reputation for being clean, and since 1990 has reduced carbon emissions by a staggering 40%, with it getting better each year. What is the cleanest city in Canada? Calgary, CanadaCalgary, Canada, is considered to be the cleanest city in the world. Does Toronto have high quality of life? Toronto is […]