Articles tagged with "Residential Building"

Home sales and prices in the Toronto area have declined in October compared to the previous year. The decrease is attributed to ongoing economic uncertainty according to the city's real estate board.

Montez Corporation has submitted plans to the City of Toronto for a 61-storey condominium tower at 1243 Islington Avenue, near Islington Station. The development would replace an existing 12-storey medical office building and add significant residential density to the Etobicoke City Centre area. The project by Sweeny & Co Architects will feature 719 condominium units and include a mix of indoor and outdoor amenities. The proposal is part of a larger trend of high-rise developments transforming the Etobicoke Centre.

Toronto officials have announced notable progress on their HousingTO 2020-2030 Action Plan, with 30,000 new rent-controlled homes approved. This initiative aligns with the city's long-term housing goals outlined in the 2024-2025 update of the HousingTO plan and the 2022-2026 Housing Action Plan. The city's approach is comprehensive, aiming for sustainable solutions to ensure adequate housing for all Torontonians.

In October 2025, Toronto's ongoing transit expansion and high-rise developments were key focal points, including updates on GO Expansion and TTC's management of the Finch West Line 6 LRT. Specific redevelopment projects like the Ontario Line 3 and new high-rise proposals at Yonge and St Clair were highlighted. Graywood Developments took over a project near Yonge and Eglinton, while Pinnacle International revamped its South Block proposal at One Yonge with taller residential towers.

The Missoni Sky project by Amexon Development Corporation has received international acclaim for its design, winning awards in Paris, London, and Toronto. The project's presentation gallery, created by local firm II BY IV DESIGN, was honored at the DNA Paris Design Awards 2025 for interior design. The recognition highlights the innovative design efforts put into the project. The Missoni Sky is situated in Toronto and has been a notable project in the residential building sector.

The County of Simcoe in Ontario has launched its Housing Attainable Supply Action Plan, aimed at addressing local housing challenges. This initiative is designed to increase the supply of diverse and affordable housing options across the region. The plan includes various actions to be implemented by the county.

The Pinnacle SkyTower, a 106-storey residential project at One Yonge Street in Toronto, distinguishes itself as the tallest of the new downtown towers. Designed by Hariri Pontarini Architects and developed by Pinnacle International from Vancouver, it serves as a notable juxtaposition to the iconic CN Tower. The project underscores ongoing developments in Toronto's skyline.

The Ontario government plans to offer a harmonized sales tax (HST) rebate on new homes for first-time buyers. This initiative is supported by the Residential Construction Council of Ontario (RESCON), which believes it could improve housing affordability. The rebate aims to address the issue of high tax burdens on new home purchases for first-time buyers.

A major development is proposed at 31 Pennsylvania Avenue, north of Vaughan Metropolitan Centre. The plan includes three mixed-use towers reaching up to 65 storeys, incorporating 2,004 residential units and non-residential space. The site seeks rezoning from Employment to High-Rise Mixed-Use and would have ample parking and public transit access.

The BumbleBee Initiative is a collaborative effort in Ottawa aimed at improving the connection between housing and health, particularly focusing on substance use, mental illness, and homelessness. This initiative was developed by Ottawa Community Housing, Options Housing, Ottawa Salus, and the Gignul Non-Profit Housing Corporation. It seeks to address the intertwined nature of housing needs and healthcare requirements by creating a combined approach to these challenges.

The UrbanToronto Forum highlighted two rising architectural projects, One Delisle and One Bloor West, in a Daily Photo feature. This perspective, captured from the Kay Gardner Beltline Trail bridge, shows the distinct presence of the buildings on Toronto's skyline. Contributors can submit their own photographs for potential feature on the site. UrbanToronto also provides a data service, UTPro, which offers comprehensive information on construction projects in the Greater Golden Horseshoe area.

A Toronto contractor, KAS Aluminum & Copper Ltd., has been fined $80,000 by Ontario’s Ministry of Labour, Immigration, Training and Skills Development following the death of a worker who fell at a home renovation site. The company pleaded guilty in Toronto’s Provincial Offences Court to failing safety standards. The incident highlights ongoing safety concerns in the construction industry.