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About Edward Brain

I am a long time condo activist and have a background in Business Administration. I am also an avid transit enthusiast, photographer, and filmmaker.

‘Pocket Rocket’ Richard has Passed Away

Posted on March 7, 2020 by Edward Brain

11 time Stanley Cup Champion Henri ‘Pocket Rocket’ Richard has passed away at the age of 84. Mr. Richard, the younger brother of Maurice ‘The Rocket’ Richard, would play 20 seasons for the Montreal Canadiens from 1955 to 1975.  The … Continue reading →

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Special Assessments are not the only Option for Reserve Fund Repairs

Posted on February 22, 2020 by Edward Brain

Gerry Hyman has a new article for the Toronto Star today.  In his article he speaks about a condominium that has put in place a Special Assessment in the tune of $51,000 per unit to be paid for over four … Continue reading →

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Streetcar Action at Kipling Loop

Posted on February 16, 2020 by Edward Brain

For three consecutive weekends starting on the weekend of February 15, 2020, the TTC was short turning the 501 Queen service west of Humber Loop at Kipling Loop.  This is being done to allow the City of Toronto to do … Continue reading →

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World Series Champion Tony Fernández has Passed Away

Posted on February 15, 2020 by Edward Brain

Former Toronto Blue Jay shortstop Tony Fernández has passed away at the age of 57.  He played for the Blue Jays in four different stints: from 1983-1990, 1993, from 1998-1999, and finally in 2001, winning the World series with the … Continue reading →

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Happy 55th Birthday to the Maple Leaf

Posted on February 15, 2020 by Edward Brain

February 15th, 2020 marks the 55th anniversary of Canada adopting the Maple Leaf as Canada’s official flag. Happy Birthday to the Maple Leaf!

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Soprano Mirella Freni passes away at 84

Posted on February 9, 2020 by Edward Brain

Famed opera Soprano Mirella Freni has passed away at the age of 84. Ms. Freni was born on February 27th, 1935 in Modena, Italy.  She was born in the same city, just months before, as tenor Luciano Pavarotti, who would … Continue reading →

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Queen Elizabeth II celebrates 68 years as Queen of Canada

Posted on February 6, 2020 by Edward Brain

Today marks the 66th anniversary of Queen Elizabeth’s ascension as Queen of Canada, the United Kingdom, and 14 other nations.  She is also the head of the Commonwealth of Nations. Queen Elizabeth ascended the throne of Canada when her father, … Continue reading →

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Kirk Douglas has Passed Away at 103

Posted on February 6, 2020 by Edward Brain

Famed Hollywood actor Kirk Douglas has passed away at the age of 103 from natural causes.  He was one of the last remaining actors from Hollywood’s Golden Age. Mr. Douglas, born Issur Danielovitch Demsky on December 9th, 1916 in Amsterdam, … Continue reading →

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Happy 7th Anniversary

Posted on February 3, 2020 by Edward Brain

Today, February 3rd, 2020, marks the seventh anniversary of me creating this blog. I want to thank everyone for joining me along this ride as I discuss many different topics, from reviews of plays and operas, to discussions on condominiums, … Continue reading →

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Surpluses Can Occur in Condominiums

Posted on January 25, 2020 by Edward Brain

Gerry Hyman has another article for the Toronto Star,  Let’s look at the questions: QUESTION:  Our board admitted that the corporation overcharged the owners $40,000 in their common expense contributions. The board advised that it has made up for the … Continue reading →

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