Toronto Economy

• Local businesses expect TIFF sales boost, but not as high as pre-pandemic years

  This year's return to TIFF's typical glitz and glamour will offer a chance for restaurants, hotels and brands to boost their foot traffic.

  Canada

  Sep 5, 2022
  
• Despite COVID pandemic, in-person shopping still strong: RioCan REIT CEO

  Although COVID-19 has impacted the business environment, brick-and-mortar shopping still runs strong, according to the chief executive of RioCan Real Estate Investment Trust.

  Consumer

  Feb 10, 2022
  
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• As businesses begin slow rebound, retailers in Toronto’s PATH system continue to struggle

  “The PATH needs a particular solution that is different from any other retail space in the country."

  Economy

  Oct 19, 2021
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• Coronavirus: Toronto retailer feeling the bylaw blues while trying to reach customers outdoors

  The current ban on in-store shopping for all but essential businesses and the lack of clarity surrounding the orders are making for a less-than-festive season for locals.

  Economy

  Dec 10, 2020
• Coronavirus: Toronto retail businesses brace for expected lockdown restrictions

  With Ontario possibly announcing what is widely expected to be another lockdown, small business owners in Toronto are filled with dread for what the additional restrictions will bring amid the coronavirus second wave.

  Health

  Nov 20, 2020
• Toronto condo, apartment rental prices drop again amid ongoing coronavirus pandemic

  "In my 20 years covering the market, I have never seen rent declines like this."

  Consumer

  Oct 28, 2020
• Toronto needs more inter-governmental aid in face of projected 2021 $1.7B hole: City Manager

  “We are dealing with massive equity challenges that we can’t lose sight of and must continue to address."

  Politics

  Oct 14, 2020
• Toronto rental market turned upside down by coronavirus pandemic, hands power to tenants

  According to a report released this month by the online brokerage Zoocasa, the number of condos listed for rent in Toronto spiked 45 per cent in the second quarter of 2020, compared to the same time last year.

  Economy

  Aug 23, 2020
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• Coronavirus: Toronto’s tourism industry likely to lose billions in revenue, officials say

  Destination Toronto said tourism generated around $6.9 billion in direct spending in Toronto during 2019.

  Economy

  Jun 16, 2020
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• Mayor Tory announces economic task force to aid city in wake of coronavirus outbreak

  "I'm confident we will get through the economic impact of this pandemic by listening to people and doing the smart, responsible things we can do to help them."

  Health

  Mar 16, 2020