Friday, August 12, 2011

Canada Toronto

Several reports have predicted that Canada’s economy will be better off compared to the economy of other Group of Seven countries, which includes superpowers such as America, United Kingdom, and Japan. Such forecasts were proven last year. America’s economic crunch is well-documented by the media, with the country’s real sector as one of its biggest hits. Because of the crunch, there is not enough demand to fully support America’s real estate sector. American investors are currently looking for business outside their country due to the already saturated market. Even foreign investors have departed from their usual business locations and have expanded in countries in Asia and South America, in countries where investors, years ago, would never have thought a market for real estate could exist. And this situation is not solely exclusive to America. But what makes toronto different?

Canada Toronto
Canada Toronto
Canada Toronto
Canada TorontoToronto is the largest city in Canada, and the population of the greater urban area is more than that of the greater urban areas of Vancouver and Montreal put together. Not to mention physical space: We’re not buttressed by mountains or confined to an island; we’re spread out. That means more neighborhoods, with more neighborhood restaurants, cheese shops, and markets. And it’s not just about the number of people, it’s about who they are and where they come from. At 43 percent, Toronto has the highest foreign-born population of any world city with more than 1,000,000 residents—more than New York or London. Not surprisingly, that affects the diversity of our restaurants, as well as the availability of ingredients, whether imported or custom-grown locally.
Canada Toronto
Canada Toronto
Canada TorontoFor years, economists in Canada have predicted the decline in real estates in the country. However, while the country did experience some drop in sales in the sector, it was not as sharp as the drop in countries such as America or Japan. For example, in the toronto real estate News, it was reported that Toronto will not experience a crash in condominium unit sales. In the same report, it was cited that a record number of condo units will be constructed in 2008. By 2009, economists estimated the second-highest record for condo unit construction. While the sales of existing homes will not experience an increase within the next two year, sales will remain moderately higher than previous years. Considering the status of the worldwide economy and the country’s previous record in housing sales, this is relatively high. In 2007, home resale in the greater toronto area experienced a 10 percent increase from 2006 sales. While sales in 2008 were predicted to decline, it will only be slightly lower than the sales in 2006 (2008’s predicted 84,000 against 2006’s 84,842). The predicted sales for 2008 and 2009 are also still within the range of the sales in the last eight years.

Also, Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation (CMHC) and the Scotiabank have released their forecasts for the Toronto’s real estate sector. According to their research, there will be a soft landing for real estate in Toronto. According to the CMHC report, there are a very low number of unoccupied condominium units in Toronto, ranging from 1,000 to 2,000 units only. Price growth, while not as high as in 2007, will remain moderate. Price growth for 2008 was predicted to be five percent, while price growth in 2009 was predicted to be three percent. Considering the status of real estate around the world, these are very good numbers. This means there is still an existing demand for property in Toronto despite the worldwide economic crisis.

Capture the Wild Photography Contest

Gallery of 2006 Contest Winners

View the winners of previous Capture the Wild contests:
Note: Click on the photograph “thumbnails” to see enlarged versions. The enlarged versions are rich in detail and colour, and therefore may take a few seconds to download.
Grand Prize
2006 Capture the Wild Grand Prize Winner - The End of the Day, by Jason Sullivan of Calgary, Alberta Grand Prize
The End of the Day - The Pantanal - Brazil
Jason Sullivan from Calgary, Alberta
Alberta Wildlife
2006 Capture the Wild Alberta Wildlife First Prize - Female Grizzly Bear, by Peter Dettling of Calgary, Alberta First Prize
Female Grizzly Bear - Banff National Park, Alberta
Peter Dettling from Calgary, Alberta
2006 Capture the Wild Alberta Wildlife Second Prize - Pika, by Rochelle Coffey of Lethbridge, Alberta Second Prize
Pika - Moraine Lake, Banff National Park, Alberta
Rochelle Coffey from Lethbridge, Albert
Amateur – The Wonder of Wilderness
2006 Capture the Wild Amateur First Prize - Bald Eagle, by Simone Tomasi of Calgary, Alberta First Prize
Bald Eagle - Cape Breton Island, Nova Scotia
Simone Tomasi from Calgary, Alberta
2006 Capture the Wild Amateur Second Prize - Solitary Leaf, by Steve Fagan of Calgary, Alberta Second Prize
Solitary Leaf - Canmore, Alberta
Steve Fagan from Calgary, Alberta
Canada’s National Parks and Protected Areas
2006 Capture the Wild Canada's National Parks and Protected Areas First Prize - Ancient Concretions, by Robert Berdan of Calgary, Alberta First Prize
Ancient Concretions - Red Rock Coulee, Alberta
Robert Berdan from Calgary, Alberta
2006 Capture the Wild Canada's National Parks and Protected Areas Second Prize - The Ramparts - Tonquin Valley, by Jim Catley of Calgary, Alberta Second Prize
The Ramparts - Tonquin Valley - Jasper National Park, Alberta
Jim Catley from Calgary, Alberta
Gorgeous Grasslands
2006 Capture the Wild Gorgeous Grasslands First Prize - Evening Light - Limber Pine, by Bob Christopher of DeWinton, Alberta First Prize
Evening Light - Limber Pine - The Whaleback, Alberta
Bob Christopher from DeWinton, Alberta
2006 Capture the Wild Gorgeous Grasslands Second Prize - Prairie Snow, by Michael Wieser of Calgary, Alberta Second Prize
Prairie Snow - Fort Steele, British Columbia
Michael Wieser from Calgary, Albert
International Nature
2006 Capture the Wild International Nature First Prize - If One-can Tucan! by Jason Sullivan of Calgary, Alberta First Prize
If One-can Tucan! - Iguazu, Brazil
Jason Sullivan from Calgary, Alberta
2006 Capture the Wild International Nature Second Prize - Battle Scars, by Steve Fagan of Calgary, Alberta Second Prize
Battle Scars - Botswana, Africa
Steve Fagan from Calgary, Alberta
Wild Weather
2006 Capture the Wild Wild Weather First Prize - Setting Sun Snowdrift, by Dave Wirzba of Lethbridge, Alberta First Prize
Setting Sun Snowdrift - Southern Alberta
Dave Wirzba from Lethbridge, Alberta
2006 Capture the Wild Wild Weather Second Prize - Mount Cory, by Arthur Sevestre of Leiden, Netherlands Second Prize
Mount Cory - Banff National Park, Alberta
Arthur Sevestre from Leiden, Netherlands
Wonderful Wildflowers
2006 Capture the Wild Wonderful Wildflowers First Prize - Unforgiving Beauty, by Richard Akitt of Calgary, Alberta First Prize
Unforgiving Beauty - Glacier National Park, British Columbia
Richard Akitt, from Calgary, Alberta
2006 Capture the Wild Wonderful Wildflowers Second Prize - Gaillardia, by Duane Rosenkranz of Edmonton, Alberta Second Prize
Gaillardia - Jasper National Park, Alberta
Duane Rosenkranz from Edmonton, Alberta

Banff National Park

Banff National Park Alberta Canada
Banff National Park Alberta Canada
Alberta is a province in Canada with a continental climate. This makes for warm, sunny summers and cold, snowy winters; the perfect conditions for outdoor recreation! This region offers thrill seekers a fun, but dangerous, opportunity to test their fitness, and gives others a great way to spend vacation with the family, or just enjoy the glory of nature! A classic vacation spot in the province is Banff National Park. Banff was the first national park to be established in Canada over 120 years ago. It rests in the Rocky Mountains, preserving a small section of this sprawling mountain range. Actually, small may be the wrong word to describe this area, as it covers over 2,500 square miles of diverse landscape.
Known in particular for its mountainous horizon line, Banff National Park has a number of other natural sights to enjoy during a visit. Numerous glaciers can be seen within its boundaries, as well as a number of glittering ice fields that are sure to dazzle the eye.
Many of the glaciers and ice fields located here are being studied by researchers because of their connection to ancient history. With sediments ranging back millions of years contained in their surfaces it is truly like taking a peek into history.
There are also numerous lakes and forests here, proving the diversity of these beautiful lands. Lake Louise is a popular destination spot as it houses the Chateau Lake Louise. The Chateau Lake Louise is a majestic castle that overlooks the lake, surrounded by lush forest on all sides.
Popular mountain adventures include an expedition to Mount Louis. This unfriendly rock is clothed with rugged slopes, speckled with sharp edges and jagged deformities. This could be a mountain climber’s dream come true, while hikers may want to stick to the trails.
There are a number of winter sports offered here, and Banff has even been nominated on multiple occasions as a hosting spot for the Winter Olympics. This gives you an idea of how large the area it is, as well as all of the possible activities that can be done here.
Located within Banff National Park is the town of Banff, now incorporated as a town of Alberta, which acts as its commercial center. There are many opportunities to enjoy the culture of the region here, including two museums and several art galleries. You can also visit the Cave and Basin National Historic Site to learn more about the park’s history.

Happy Birthday, Canada!!!

Today is Canada's Birthday!  We are a very young country compared to most other countries, being only 143 years old.  One that has had, and still does have difficulty having it's own identity.  Our population is just over 34 million and is only growing because of the healthy immigration system.  Many people apply to come and live in Canada.  We have only 10 provinces and three territories.The Dominion of Canada came into being on July 1, 1867. On this day, the four founding provinces were formed. Further provinces and territories were added over the years, with the most recent territory – Nunavut – forming  in 1999.


 

We stretch from the Pacific Ocean up to...


...the Arctic Ocean...




...clear over to the Atlantic Ocean.




With the Rockies and many other mountain ranges in between.  Canadians, like any other people,
believe their country to be the most beautiful in the world.  I love and enjoy the beauty of our precious country.  And I'm proud to be a Canadian!


The Prairies have a beauty of their own.  I enjoy driving over the open prairies, I always feel like it gives a person breathing space.


It is our Big Sky country.


Canada's new red and white Maple Leaf flag was raised for the first time on Parliament Hill on February 15, 1965. Maurice Bourget, Speaker of the Senate, addressed the audience. "The flag is the symbol of the nation's unity, for it, beyond any doubt, represents all the citizens of Canada without distinction, language, belief or opinion."


It flies atop the Peace Tower on Parliament Hill, in the city of our Capitol, Ottawa, Ontario.

Happy Birthday, dearest Canada, I LOVE you!


O Canada!

Our home and native land!

True patriot love in all thy sons command.

With glowing hearts we see thee rise,

The True North strong and free!

From far and wide,

O Canada, we stand on guard for thee.

God keep our land glorious and free!

O Canada, we stand on guard for thee.


O Canada, we stand on guard for thee.

Ice Mountains Canada

Ice Mountains Canada

canada city night


canada city night
canada city night
canada city night
canada city night

Canada City

The City Council approved street improvements for 2011 at the improvement hearings held on January 10, pending the bid prices received from contractors. The City anticipates receiving favorable pricing once again this year as contractors continue to look for work while the economy slowly recovers. The savings might not be quite as significant due to the dramatic rise in fuel prices, but would still be a benefit for all residents of the City as well as residents of the proposed project streets.

Dianna Lane will be fully reconstructed from Reidmond Avenue to the end of the road. The hill from County Road B2 to Reidmond Avenue was reconstructed in 1999 when County Road B2 was improved. Curb and gutter will be added on both sides, but the road will remain intact on the hill. The rest of the road will be reconstructed with curb, gutter, and storm sewer improvements including rain gardens.

The streets scheduled for mill and overlays are Jessica Court, Ontario Road from County Road D south to the cul-de-sac, and Payne Avenue. Those streets will have approximately one to two inches of asphalt milled off of the existing surface and then will receive an asphalt overlay that will restore the crown to the road to improve drainage and provide a smoother driving surface. Sections of concrete curb will be replaced if they have failed.

Canada City
Canada City
Canada City
Canada City
Canada City
Canada City
Canada City

Beautiful Nature of Canada

Yesterday you could enjoy the beautiful views of Canada – some pictures of the city and town mountains and water bodies. I’m sure, some of you have visited these beautiful places. Today I’d like to share a piece of Canadian nature with you – and these pictures are truly impressive.
Beautiful Canadian Nature

Beautiful Canadian Nature
Beautiful Canadian Nature
Beautiful Canadian Nature
Beautiful Canadian Nature
Beautiful Canadian Nature
Beautiful Canadian Nature
Beautiful Canadian Nature
Beautiful Canadian Nature

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