Toronto among world’s top 10 most innovative cities

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People can be innovative, companies can be innovative and it turns out cities can be innovative too. Australian consulting firm 2thinknow has released its annual list of the most innovative cities in the world. The ratings consider cultural assets, human infrastructure and networked markets. If you’re looking to innovate — in any of its many forms… Read More

Ford wants to hear from Torontonians on budget cuts

Mayor Rob Ford at City Hall

Toronto Mayor Rob Ford was speaking out on the city’s budget woes Friday, inviting residents to come to City Hall next week. “I encourage people. And next Thursday, at the executive committee, even if we have to sit there three, four days, I want to hear what people have to say,” said Ford… Read More… Read More

Poor man’s AC and other tips for keeping cool

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While people across large parts of the country are roasting in the heat, some Canadians are getting inventive about keeping cool. In Ottawa, Brandon Waselnuk has come up with an economical solution for those without air conditioning: “If you place a bowl full of ice in front of a fan, it will help tremendously… Read More… Read More

Top 10 things I love about The Beach, Toronto: #9 and #10

Episode 253 - Top 10 things I love about The Beach, Toronto 9 and 10

Episode 253 of the Toronto Real Estate Musing daily video blog. In the last of a five part series, George O’Neill lists the top ten reasons he loves The Beach neighbourhood in Toronto. The list was: Our Blue Flag beaches Our beautiful parks Great shops and restaurants Proximity to downtown Toronto The tree-lined streets Walking… Play Video