Since the 20th century, Toronto has grown phenomenally – becoming the most populous city in Canada, a multicultural city, and the country’s financial and commercial centre. It is also the home to several real estate developers shaping the landscape of Canadian real estate.

These real estate developers have built thousands of homes and commercial real estate properties in Canada and gaining high revenue every year. 

For budding and seasoned investors, here are the top 5 property projects you can’t miss in Toronto, Canada. 

1. 8 Elm on Yonge

• Location: 8 Elm Street, Toronto, Ontario
• Type: Condominium
• Developer: Reserve Properties and Captial Developments

Photo Credit: 8 Elm 

In collaboration with award-winning Canadian actor Simu Liu, who was cast as the lead in the first Asian-fronted movie in the Marvel Cinematic Universe, this spectacular 69-storey condominium offers an exhilarating lifestyle in the heart of Toronto.

Set on a quiet street only one block from Yonge & Dundas and only steps from world-class shopping and entertainment, 8 Elm is designed for those who love the bright lights and energy of the city. 

Merging the past with the future, 8 Elm will preserve the James Fleming heritage building at its base. This unique street is lined with premier restaurants, pubs and shops while maintaining a quiet, residential feel.

2. Alias Condos

• Location: 114 Church Street, Toronto
• Type: Condominium
• Developer: Madison Group

Photo Credit: Alias Toronto

Alias is a blend of rock & roll and edgy sophistication in the heart of Old Toronto – a shooting 45-storeys above the Toronto skyline topped with an iridescent gold penthouse to ignite the night at Alias Condos like a firework.

Imagined by Studio Munge, each residence could live life as a timeless Rockstar glam, punctuated by polished quartz, steel and porcelain accents. Those who crave freedom can express their individuality and choose from a selection of unique palettes.

3. Lush

• Location: Stoney Creek, Toronto
• Type: Townhomes
• Developer: The Empire

Photo Credit: Lush, The Empire

Lush is a community surrounded by an abundance of nature. But more than that, it is nestled in the heart of Stoney Creek with its unique roots and style. It’s a neighbourhood that has embraced the vibrancy that comes with growth and change and allows residents to design the life they want. 

This community’s new release of townhomes will soon be available for purchase, allowing you to own in one of Ontario’s most vibrant neighbourhoods.

4. Anthem at The Metalworks

• Location: Arthur St & Elizabeth St, Guelph
• Type: Condominium
• Developer: Fusion Homes

Photo Credit: Anthem at the Metalworks

Introducing Anthem, the highly anticipated 4th installment at The Metalworks master-planned community. 

Located along the banks of the Grand River in Downtown Guelph, residents will find themselves surrounded by countless dining options, shops, cafes, services, and commuting options, and just minutes from the University of Guelph, all while being surrounded by beautiful natural green spaces.

With easy access to nearby significant thoroughfares and conveniently located just minutes away from Guelph’s Central Station, residents of Anthem at The Metalworks Condos will be able to travel and commute seamlessly throughout the city and central Ontario.

5. Harbourwalk at Lakeview Village

• Location: Lakeshore Road
• Type: Waterfront Condominium
• Developer: Tridel

Photo Credit: Harbourwalk

Welcome to Mississauga’s most transformative waterfront community – where Harbourwalk takes the 21st-century interpretation to a new level, setting the standard of luxurious waterfront living.

Crafted by Architects Alliance and II BY IV Interior Design, the collection of 1, 2, and 3-bedroom suites boast exquisite features and finishes. Suites are completed by a terraced balcony stepping down towards the waterfront.

With amenities catering to social and wellness needs, tenants can enjoy an outdoor pool and lounge with lakefront views and many multipurpose spaces for work or play.

Seeking a home among these spectacular properties projects? Have a chat with our esteemed team, and we may be able to make your dreams come true.

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With a recorded population of 6,313,000, Toronto will have another famous resident to add to the numbers – Sir Elton “Rocket Man” John bought a two-floor penthouse with his Canadian-born husband Davis Furnish and their two sons. 

Located on King Street, Toronto, this condo reflects Elton’s character as the two-floor penthouse has an actual living tree growing inside. 

Photo Credit: King Toronto

The star who brought music to Disney’s Lion King,  Sir Elton John, will be moving into the Treehouse penthouse in the anticipated KING Toronto Tower, a sprawling futuristic building with grandeur units stacked on each other.

Photo Credit: King Toronto

The Furnish-John family will have four terraces overlooking the city and enjoy a walk to and from all the dining and entertainment on King Street West. If you’re lucky, you might bump into them and get a selfie for the memories.

Photo Credit: King Toronto

Photo Credit: King Toronto

According to Elton John’s statement at the Golden Globes, the famed pianist spent much time with his husband and their family in Canada.

Photo Credit: Shutterstock

At the same time, they spend most of their summers in Canada; thus, it makes sense to make a home in Toronto.  

The Furnish-John will walk the streets of Toronto around the summer of 2023, as the property will only be completed till then. 

Looking forward to having some more Elton in your lives? Seeking a home among your favourite celebs? Have a chat with our esteemed team, and we may be able to make your dreams come true.

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Every country has different ways of showing off its culture – from clothing and food, music and art, some even channelling their expression towards landscapes and architecture.

This can be applied to Toronto, one of Canada’s largest cities, with some of the most diverse cultures in the country. Here are some state-of-the-art properties that are distinct from your day-to-day homes, from different shapes and colours to themes.

1. The Integral House

Nestled in Toronto’s reputable Rosedale neighbourhood is the Integral House – it was deemed one of the more spectacular private residences in the city; this house is a space for architecture, music and performance.

This two-storey building comprises sturdy oak-clad walls that dissolve into oak-clad fins as a form of wooden foundation. Walking through the house, one can find a performance space that caters to 150 people, which visually intertwines with the ravine landscape.

The mastermind behind this avant-garde sanctuary is Dr. Stewart, a calculus textbook author, who commissioned Shim-Sutcliffe Architects to design the 17,000-square-foot house.

2. The Iconic Cube House

Architect lovers are going to love this piece! The Cube House stands tall at 1 Sumach Street, with three giant teal colour boxes perched right on top of a white base.

Though there was talk of taking it down due to confusing drivers and making way for future condo development in 2018, the Piet Blom-inspired home was purchased by land developers Jeff Craig and Taso Boussoulas.

The space, though slightly aged, is graced by natural lighting and fresh greenery. Even though it sits amid roads and traffic, this house is considered a local landmark to many and a comfortably unique home to two.

3. The House on Hallam Street

Can’t seem to find a particular house number? Fret not; you’ll indeed find house number 2 on Hallam Street!

The house owners took things to a whole other level – the home features a large number painted right across the front (it’s bigger than the front door itself!).

Aside from the hard-to-miss number, which covers almost the entire front facade, it boasts a striking red door, bright yellow and green windows, and striped carport pillars.

4. Stack House

Stack House is a whimsical manifestation of horizontal volumes extended from and stacked on top of one another.

The stack is made up of three ‘blocks.’ The lowest block has a stucco finish, catering to public programmes, while the middle block is finished in charred wood, acting as a mezzanine floor. The highest floor consists of metal panellings, working as the main bedroom and solely for private programmes.

While using the three elements of stucco, wood and metal to symbolise the three blocks, the spacious space is painted a minimalistic gray, suggesting an ambiguous contrast between monumentality and intimacy.

5. La Belle Maison Mansion

Have you ever heard of the multiple Emmy award-winning Canadian sitcom Schitt’s Creek? Well, the show goes beyond the story of the Rose family; as featured on the show, the La Belle Maison Mansion is a real-life space that sits in Toronto!

The 17th-century European-inspired mansion was built in 2012 and was primarily used in the show to accentuate the Rose family’s luxurious lifestyle.

The mansion has its charm – within the 24,000 square foot home lies 14 bedrooms and 16 baths, while it overlooks a classy garden, antique sculptures, fountains and even a swimming pool!

What’s more? This mansion is allegedly on the property market for a whopping $21,888,000!

Are you looking for your own unique home in Toronto, Canada? Seek out IQI Canada, and they will be in touch to guide you in your journey. 

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Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia (May 7, 2015) – IQI, a leading investment and Real Estate company, announced today that it has opened a new office in Toronto, Canada to expand its global presence and footprint, for the first time, into North America.

IQI’s Canada office, located in the heart of Toronto city centre will serve regional customers seeking properties in Canada as well as introducing investment opportunities in fast growing hotspots such as Dubai, London and Malaysia.

Head of Canadian Operations, Mr Yousuf Iqbal, said “With house prices surging 17% in April 2015, the Canadian market is still very much appealing to foreign investors. With IQI’s strong presence in the Asia Pacific and Middle East, we’ll now be able to offer our investors and clients opportunities in North America, and obviously open the doors for North American investors to embark on opportunities in Asia and the Middle East.”

With its team of over 600 professionals located globally across Malaysia, Singapore, Dubai, Bahrain and London, the addition of the Canada office will help to better serve its global clients.

About IQI. Founded in 2011, IQI has quickly established a reputation for excellence, offering cutting edge business, retail and investment services worldwide. They have been able to do this by bringing together some of the industry’s best minds and expertise from across the world. In this short period of time IQI has grown exponentially and boast hundreds of millions of dollars of international property sales. This is complemented with an impressive market reach bolstered by links to institutional investors and access to over 500 dedicated sales staff globally.

IQI creates a market place for buying and selling real estate and property investments. They operate internationally in Malaysia, Singapore, Hong Kong, United Kingdom, United States and Dubai. While global operations can create complexities, when running the global operations IQI representatives take the time to understand their surroundings and provide locally sensitive services. This ensures their clients get the best possible entry into markets.

IQI believes in providing excellence in everything they do. From business services to real estate investments this company Dare to Dream Big. Lies at the heart of IQI however, is the spirit of honesty and integrity. They strongly believe that without this foundation they would not be able to deliver outstanding services for their clients.

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