Land Planning & CBO Event 2026
One of the most important construction and development industry events of the year, The Land Planning & CBO 2026, hosted by the Durham Region Home Builders’ Association, will take place at The Harmony Event Centre (1101 Bloor Street East, Oshawa) on May 20, 2026 from 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM. This event provides an opportunity […]
Science Rendezvous Durham 2026
For all science enthusiasts, we’re happy to announce that Science Rendezvous Durham is coming back on May 9, 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM at the shared campus of Ontario Tech University and Durham College (2000 Simcoe St N, Oshawa). Science Rendezvous is a free family-friendly outdoor science festival, held nationwide across Canada. It is designed […]
TEDxOshawa 2026
On May 2 at 2:00 PM, TEDxOshawa will take place at the Biltmore Theatre. This is a unique event where famous people from all sorts of fields, like science, tech, and art, share their experiences in short-form lectures. The TED program, in its history, has hosted speakers like Bill Gates, Richard Branson, Steve Wozniak, Amy […]
What is a holding deposit for an apartment?
A holding deposit is money to reserve an apartment while the paperwork is done. It is not a rent deposit (last month’s rent) or a security deposit. It is paid to the owner to take the apartment off the market while it is unavailable to other potential renters. In Canadian law, the term “holding deposit” […]
What is a Turnkey Rental in Canada?
A turnkey rental is a residential property that is fully ready to use, equipped with HVAC, electrical, and plumbing systems, often with property management responsible for maintenance. Sometimes it can already have a tenant, making it a source of income from day one. These are often considered an easy source of passive income, and in […]
Under Armour Toronto 10K 2026
The 2026 Under Armour race week has returned. It will culminate with the famous Under Armour Toronto 10K on Saturday, April 18, 2026. This year’s edition will take place in April instead of June. The route will start and end at Nathan Phillips Square (City Hall). The main 10-kilometer race will start at 7:30 AM. […]
The Oshawa Stampede 2026
For all fans of high-pace action sports, we’re happy to announce that the first-ever Oshawa Stampede will take place at the Tribute Communities Centre on May 23, 2026, starting at 7:00 PM (doors open at 5:00 PM). This is an entertainment rodeo event for the whole family featuring bulls, broncs, barrels, and more. Individual rodeo […]
What Is Normal Wear and Tear in a Canadian Rental?
The question of wear and tear is one of the most common sources of dispute between renters and landlords. Today we will try to shed some light on this topic. In short, whatever damage is caused by everyday living counts as normal wear and tear. Faded carpeting, minor scuff marks, and appliances that break from […]
Annual Toronto Bottle & Antique Show and Sale 2026
History is often learned through the material life of people of the past. The Annual Toronto Bottle & Antique Show and Sale, presented by the Four Seasons Bottle Collector Club, is an event dedicated to such historic memorabilia, especially vintage bottles and other collectibles. It will take place on Sunday, April 19th at Chestnut Hill […]
Community Cleanup Week Oshawa
This April, from Monday, April 20 to Friday, April 24, you can take part in Community Cleanup Week, a community event created to clean up green spaces in the city. It is an important event to maintain the beauty of the city. Registered participants will be provided free garbage bags and gloves (while supplies last). […]