Toronto’s iconic Flatiron building has been sold for $15 million to Clayton Smith’s Commercial Realty Group. Smith’s company owns several other heritage buildings throughout the city.
[Toronto Star]
Get ready to spare another dime. The TTC has approved a 10 cent fare hike, which means that tokens will now cost $2.60 and monthly passes an extra $5. Cash payments will remain the same at $3.
[Toronto Sun]
While Toronto Police are being urged to keep purse strings tight for next year’s budget, police spending in suburban areas is expected to increase.
[Globe and Mail]
The Grid showcases an image that sums up Toronto’s bike-versus-car situation perfectly.
[The Grid]
It seems that Jason Meadus, the runaway truck driver that led police on a five-hour low-speed chase throughout the GTA in October, won’t get behind the wheel again anytime soon. Meadus has received a lifetime driving ban.
[CBC]
Justin Trudeau showcased some colorful language in the House of Commons yesterday by referring to Environment Minister Peter Kent as a “piece of shit.”
[Huffington Post]