Plans for the York University and Seneca Markham Campus were put in jeopardy Tuesday after the provincial government announced that it will cancel government funding for three post-secondary campus expansions. In total, around $307 million in funding will be cancelled, leaving big question marks over the planned developments. The three projects affected are the […]
Plans for Markham Film Studio Announced
Markham, ON – Hollywood is coming to Markham! At least that is the goal after the announcement of plans for a new $100 million film studio that will open in 2020. The announcement was made by Mayor Frank Scarpitti at the Toronto International Film Festival on Friday, September 7. The mayor is clearly thrilled with […]
Cathedraltown Landmark Opens Doors to Worshippers
MARKHAM – In an unexpected twist that no doubt seemed like a holiday miracle for some local residents, religious services have finally resumed – after a 10-year hiatus – at Markham’s Slovak Cathedral of Transfiguration. Standing at 14 storeys tall, the impressive cathedral is equipped with a 14,500-kilogram, three-bell carillon, and three massive gold domes […]
“F” is for Fall (and Festivals) in Markham
With its abundance of colourful outdoor forests, the City of Markham is truly one of the GTA’s most beautiful places to be during the autumn season. It is, without a doubt, also one of the most festive – with many of the city’s most popular festivals and events taking place in September and October. Without […]
York Region Cycling Routes Receive $1.3M Boost
QUEEN’S PARK – Transportation options are often regarded as the ultimate real estate selling point, but in 2016, most GTA sales representative are likely to agree: roads alone may fail to impress. In fact, as organizations like the Canada Green Building Council continue to put sustainability in the public spotlight, increasingly eco-friendly home buyers have […]
Neighbourhood Profile: Mount Joy
While many York Region residents likely associate the proper pronoun “Mount Joy” with the eponymous GO station or community centre – both located along Highway 48 (A.K.A. Markham Rd.) between 16th Avenue and Bur Oak Boulevard – what some may not know is that the Mount Joy name and neighbourhood both date back to the […]
Neighbourhood Profile: Thornhill East
MARKHAM – Along with its own vibrant history and distinct sense of community, the former milling village of Thornhill has an unusual quirk: it is split, right down its middle, between the two neighbouring municipalities of Markham and Vaughan. That has a lot to do with the fact that Thornhill’s history has relied heavily on the […]
Living Realty Celebrates Agents’ Success at 2014 Summer Event
MARKHAM – Amid a month of exciting changes as Living Realty moves into its new Head Office, the brokerage’s top-performing agents – and some new ones – got together on Wednesday, July 16th to relax, catch up, and reflect on the year’s achievements to date. This year’s annual “Summer Event” was held at the City […]
Gardening Goes Social in York Region
Innovative recognition programs help “green thumbs” to tap into gardening communities YORK REGION – As any real estate sales representative will tell you, cultivating a gorgeous garden is one of the best ways of boosting your home’s curb appeal (and value!) during the competitive spring and summer real estate markets. For aspiring gardeners, one of the […]
Sneak Preview: Living Realty’s New Head Office
MARKHAM – For more than 30 years, Living Realty Inc., Brokerage and its partners in the Living Group of Companies have been headquartered in the City of Markham, right beside one of the GTA’s most central intersections at Woodbine Avenue and Steeles Avenue. We are proud of the company’s many achievements and events that have […]