Monthly Archives: December 2019

CLRVs Retired from Active Duty

Posted on December 29, 2019 by Edward Brain

Today, December 29th 2019,  the Toronto Transit Commission (TTC) officially ran their fleet of Canadian Light Rail Vehicles (CLRV) for the last time over a portion of the 501 Queen line. Between Wolseley Loop on Bathurst St., just north of … Continue reading →

Posted in General | Tagged , , , , , , , , , , , , , , | 4 Comments

Condominiums Funding comes from Owners

Posted on December 28, 2019 by Edward Brain

Gerry Hyman has another article for the Toronto Star.  Let’s discuss the questions raised: QUESTION:  When I purchased my unit in a highrise condominium, there was a special assessment for the replacement of the condo windows. Are the windows not … Continue reading →

Posted in Condominiums | Tagged , , , , | Leave a comment

Team Canada Looks to Seek 16th Spengler Cup Trophy

Posted on December 26, 2019 by Edward Brain

Team Canada is looking to win its 16th Spengler Cup starting today.  The Spengler Cup, started in 1923, is held every year in Davos, Switzerland between December 26th and 31st.  Teams are invited to compete in the tournament. Team Canada … Continue reading →

Posted in Sports | Tagged , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , | Leave a comment

Merry Christmas

Posted on December 25, 2019 by Edward Brain

I just want to wish everyone a very Merry Christmas. May you spend your Christmas with family and friends and have a wonderful and enjoyable Christmas. The year is coming to a close and I would also like to thank … Continue reading →

Posted in General | Tagged , , , , | Leave a comment

World Juniors 2020: Team Canada Ready to Compete

Posted on December 23, 2019 by Edward Brain

The 2020 edition of the World Junior Ice Hockey Championship (‘World Juniors’) is set to open on Boxing Day – December 26th 2019.  This year’s competition is being hosted by the Czech Republic with the tournament being held in the … Continue reading →

Posted in Sports | Tagged , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , | 4 Comments

CLRV #4178

Posted on December 17, 2019 by Edward Brain

For the last few months of operation prior to their retirement, the Toronto Transit Commission (TTC) has decided to paint one of their remaining Canadian Light Rail Vehicles (CLRV) in a different paint scheme. The CLRV chosed was #4178.  The … Continue reading →

Posted in General | Tagged , , , , , , , , , , | 1 Comment

2019 Etobicoke-Lakeshore Santa Claus Parade

Posted on December 7, 2019 by Edward Brain

On December 8th, 2019 Santa Claus came to south Etobicoke for the 2019 edition of the Etobicoke-Lakeshore Santa Claus Parade. The parade included the Toronto Police’s Mounted unit, the Toronto Police Pipe Band, the Streetsville Pipe Band, various floats, and … Continue reading →

Posted in General | Tagged , , , , , , | 1 Comment