Category: Toronto

How Much Snow Fell In Toronto Jan 17?

On Jan. 17, southern Ontario was blasted by a significant winter storm that brought rapid snowfall and accumulations of 55 cm in some areas. It was also one of the top 10 snowfall amounts ever recorded in Toronto. It also yielded extremely cold temperatures. How much snow did Toronto remove? Toronto removed 45,000 tonnes of […]

How Many 7S Has Toronto Lost?

Since 2017, the Leafs have lost four Game 7s: twice to the Boston Bruins (2018, 2019), once to the Montreal Canadiens (2021) and to the Lightning. In back-to-back seasons, the Leafs had a 3-2 series lead, before eventually falling short. How many times has Toronto lost Game 7? Toronto is now 7-3 all-time at home […]

Who Owns The Ago Toronto?

The AGO is governed by a 27-person Board of Trustees. Our Trustees act in a position of trust and are responsible for the effective governance of the Gallery and the advancement of our mission, vision and values. Who is the owner of AGO? Stephan Jost is the Michael and Sonja Koerner Director, and CEO of […]

How Do I Buy A House In Toronto?

7 Tips on Buying a House in Toronto Ontario Save for minimum down payment. Get pre-approved for a mortgage. Find a real estate agent. Go house hunting. Submit an offer. Get a home inspection. Close on your house with a Real Estate Lawyer in Toronto. What salary do you need to buy a house in […]

Can An American Buy A House In Toronto?

It is legal for non-residents to buy property in Toronto. Like all buyers, they must follow the proper procedures for purchasing a property. This includes paying all necessary taxes, and there is an additional tax that non-residents must pay that is known as the Non-Resident Speculation Tax (NRST). Is it hard for a US citizen […]

Who Provides Power To Toronto?

Toronto Hydro. is a holding company of the City of Toronto which, through its subsidiaries, distributes electricity, engages in conservation and demand management activities, and provides street lighting in Toronto. How does Toronto get its power? About half of our electricity comes from nuclear power. The remainder comes from a mix of hydroelectric, coal, natural […]

What Is The Land Like In Toronto?

The site of the city is almost uniformly flat, although 3 to 4 miles (5 to 6 km) inland there is a fairly sharp rise of some 40 feet (12 metres)—the shoreline elevation of the former glacial lake. The resources of the surrounding land were also important to Toronto’s development. Is Toronto a flat land? […]