Celia Alves, Author at Silver Burtnick & Associates

Skate, Dance & Socialize — Skates & Sounds

Experience one of Toronto’s coolest winter traditions — Skates & Sounds at Barbara Ann Scott Ice Trail in College Park. Enjoy outdoor skating under twinkling lights with DJs spinning hot tracks to keep you moving. It’s free and fun for all ages.

WHEN: Fridays — Feb 6, 13, 20, 27, 2026 4:00 PM – 8:00 PM
WHERE: Barbara Ann Scott Ice Trail at College Park, 420 Yonge St, Toronto, ON M5B 2H3
Free (includes free skate rentals on site)

Celebrate Lunar New Year

Explore vibrant Lunar New Year festivities throughout the city. Traditional lion and dragon dances, cultural performances, and family-friendly activities make this a joyful way to embrace the season and celebrate community.

WHEN: February 21–22, 2026
WHERE: Toronto Chinatown BIA area (Spadina & Dundas)
Free

The Winter Chocolate Show 2026

Sweeten your February with artisanal chocolates, tastings, and seminars at The Winter Chocolate Show — perfect for dessert lovers and foodies alike. You’ll find an irresistible mix of bean-to-bar makers and decadent treats.

WHEN: Saturday, February 7, 2026 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
WHERE: Appel Salon — Toronto Reference Library, 789 Yonge St, Toronto, ON M4W 2G8

Canada’s Largest Auto Show — Canadian International AutoShow

Car lovers won’t want to miss Canada’s biggest auto show at the Metro Toronto Convention Centre. Check out concept cars, classic rides, electric vehicles and future tech on display in this massive indoor exhibition.

WHEN: February 13–22, 2026
WHERE: Metro Toronto Convention Centre (North & South Buildings), 255 Front St W, Toronto, ON

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Winterlicious Toronto

Dates: January 30 – February 12, 2026
Where: Participating restaurants across Toronto
What to Expect: Prix-fixe lunch and dinner menus at hundreds of restaurants, showcasing Toronto’s diverse food scene.

Toronto International Boat Show

Dates: January 17 – 25, 2026
Where: Enercare Centre, Exhibition Place, Toronto
What to Expect: Canada’s largest indoor boat show featuring yachts, watercraft, seminars, and an indoor lake for live demonstrations

Distillery District Winter Stroll

Dates: Early January 2026
Where: Distillery Historic District, Toronto
What to Expect: Post-holiday winter ambiance with festive lights, cafés, galleries, and quiet cobblestone streets.

Interior Design Show (IDS) Toronto

Dates: January 22 – 25, 2026
Where: Metro Toronto Convention Centre, Toronto
What to Expect: A leading design exhibition showcasing modern interiors, furniture, lighting, and décor trends.

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Distillery Winter Village (Christmas Market)

Dates: Nov 13, 2025 – Jan 4, 2026

Where: Distillery Historic District, 55 Mill St, Toronto

What to Expect: European-style Christmas market with artisan cabins, food & drink stalls, live carollers, and a large Christmas tree. It’s the quintessential holiday market in Toronto — great for photo ops, gift shopping, and really soaking in the Christmas spirit.

The Nutcracker – National Ballet of Canada

Dates: December 5–31, 2025

Where: Four Seasons Centre for the Performing Arts, 145 Queen St W

What to Expect: Traditional ballet production with Tchaikovsky’s score, dancing mice, Sugar Plum Fairy, and magical sets. A timeless Christmas tradition — perfect for families, couples, or anyone who loves ballet.

Songs of the Season – Toronto Children’s Chorus

Dates: December 14, 2025

Where: Roy Thomson Hall, 60 Simcoe St

What to Expect: The Children’s Chorus performs holiday movie favourites (Elf, Grinch, Frozen, etc.) in a nostalgic and heartwarming concert. Ideal for families, especially with kids who love holiday films — very festive and joyful.

Winter Blooms – Circus at the Garden

Dates: December 19–21, 2025

Where: Toronto Botanical Garden, 777 Lawrence Ave E

Aerial silks, acrobatics, humour, and playful storytelling — a “winter circus” in a garden. Perfect for families or anyone who wants a lively, whimsical show in a beautiful setting.

Bloor–Yorkville Holiday Magic

Dates: November 22, 2025 – January 2026

Where: Bloor Street (Church to Avenue Road) & Yorkville Park

What to Expect: Elegant holiday lighting, decorated trees, live musicians/carollers, and a very upscale, cozy Christmas stroll. Perfect for a romantic evening walk, boutique shopping, and enjoying lights in a sophisticated neighborhood.

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Toronto Santa Claus Parade

A beloved Toronto tradition. Spectacular floats, lively matching bands, celebrity performers, and the grand appearance of Santa and Mrs.Claus. Parade starts at Christie & Bloor West and finishes at Front & Jarvis. Don’t forget — it’s broadcast live too!

WHEN: November 23, 2025

MORE INFO: TheSantaClauseParade.com

Toronto Christmas Market

The Distillery District transforms into a festive wonderland, complete with twinkling lights, artisan stalls, mulled wine, live performances, and photo-worthy holiday decorations.

WHEN: November 13 – December 22, 2025

WHERE: Distillery District 55 Mill Street, just east of Parliament Street and south of Front Street East, a short walk from Union Station or the King/Queen streetcar lines.)

MORE INFO: thedistillerywintervillage.com

Cavalcade of Lights

A beloved Toronto tradition featuring the official tree lighting at Nathan Phillips Square, fireworks, skating, and live entertainment to kick off the holiday season.

WHEN: November 26. 2025

WHERE: Nathan Phillips Square, 100 Queen St. W.

ProFusion Expo 2025

Canada’s top photo, video, and cinema expo at the Metro Toronto Convention Centre, bringing together creators, filmmakers, and industry experts.

WHEN: November 5-6, 2025

WHERE: MTCC Hall B, 255 Front St W.

MORE INFO: profusionexpo.com

Evergreen Brick Works Holiday Market ( Weekends in November )

An outdoor artisan and farmers’ market featuring local crafts, seasonal food, and scenic trails — great for cozy weekend shopping.

Highlights of this year’s Winter Market:

A cozy Winter Garden, with fire pits and warm drinks;
Seasonal workshops hosted by some of our great partners;
A winter lounge featuring festive music by our Community Spotlight partners.
An abundance of delicious food and unique gifts in the market.
Arts and crafts for the family at our Art Hive drop-in.
And more!

WHEN: Nov 30, Dec 7, 14 and 21.

WHERE: Evergreen Brick Works 550 Bayview Ave, Toronto, ON M4W 3X8

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Things you don’t want to miss…

This year, guests can explore the magic like never before with a brand-new layout that lets you move freely between the immersive light show and Pumpkinville at your own pace. Wander through the illuminated maze of over 1.5 million LED and RGB lights, then pop into a vibrant fall fair featuring all new glowing photo ops, installations, midway rides, carnival games, and over 15,000 pumpkins. With new scenes, dazzling photo moments, and an entirely transformed setup, this is not just a walk, it’s an adventure!

WHEN: Now until NOV 1st.

WHERE: CF Sherway Gardens 25 The West Mall, Etobicoke, ON, M9C 1B8

MORE INFO: nightsoflights.ca

Nuit Blanch 2025

Toronto’s all-night celebration of contemporary art returns! Throughout the spectacle, 401 will be teaming with dynamic, interactive exhibitions, installations, and performances. Two floors of creative exploration offer a unique experience, highlighting a diversity of cultural practices and showcasing the iconic address that continues to transform Toronto’s cultural landscape.

WHEN: Oct 4th and 5th from 7PM t0 7AM

WHERE: Multiple Locations

MORE INFO: www.toronto.ca

PumpkinFest Toronto

Enjoy a weekend filled with unlimited midway rides, unlimited inflatable fun, a sprawling pumpkin patch, local food trucks, live entertainment, tons of family photo ops, and so much more!

WHEN: October 10th – October 13th

WHERE: Downsview Park- 35 Carl Hall Road, Toronto, Ontario M3K 2B6

MORE INFO: www.pumpkinfesttoronto.com

Bayview Leaside BIA Apple Fest

Join us for the 8th annual Apple Fest hosted by the Bayview Leaside BIA! 🍎🍂

Mark your calendars for Saturday, October 18th, 2025, because Bayview is going to be buzzing with excitement. Get ready for live entertainment, food samples, face-painting, pumpkin painting and, while supplies last, FREE drink/dessert coupons and reusable tote bags!

Don’t leave anyone behind – bring the whole family, including your furry friends, for a fantastic day out on Bayview!

WHEN: Saturday October 18th from 10:30- 3:00

WHERE: Bayview Ave from Parkhurst to Davisville

Canada’s Wonderland Halloween Haunt 2025

It’s that time of year again when things get spookier by the minute at Canada’s Wonderland’s Halloween Haunt. Join in on haunted mazes, scare zones, live shows, and more for everything you want out of spooky season, all in one big amusement theme park.

Halloween Haunt takes place at Wonderland from September 26 to November 1, on select nights and comes at an additional cost.

WHEN: Now until Nov 1st

WHERE: 1 Canada’s Wonderland Drive, Vaughan, ON L6A 1S6, Canada

MORE INFO: www.canadaswonderland.com

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1. Near-Term Outlook (Late 2025 into Early 2026)

CREA expects sales to bounce back in the second half of 2025, although affordability challenges are expected to linger. National average prices are expected to dip before a comeback in 2026.
TD Economics anticipates a stronger rebound in 2026, though Ontario (including Toronto) will stay muted. GTA condo prices, in particular, may fall 15–20% from their 2023 peaks before improving.
CMHC projects a ~2% drop in home prices in 2025, especially in Ontario and B.C., with a gradual recovery beginning in 2026 as economic conditions improve
RBC suggests the market will decline into early 2026, even after a modest uptick in 2025, due to elevated inventory and affordability stress.

Bottom line: We’re looking at a modest, tentative recovery starting in 2026, not a robust bounce back immediately.

2. Medium-Term Outlook (2026–2027)

CMHC expects that by 2027, much of Toronto’s pent-up demand will be met, job markets will be healthier, and housing will feel more attainable supporting ongoing price recovery
Royal LePage (via STOREYS) anticipates price stabilization in fall 2025, with gradual appreciation into early 2026, though expectations remain modest.

What this means: Expect a balancing market in 2026, with more visible but still cautious price recovery showing into 2027.

3. Long-Term Perspective

BMO Capital Markets offers a cautionary baseline: Even under steady economic conditions, the Canadian market (including Toronto) may not return to 2022 peak levels until around 2027.

That’s a more conservative scenario but helpful if you’re planning with a multi-year lens.

4. Market Mood & Buyer Behaviour

CREA’s July 2025 data shows a +35.5% recovery in GTA sales since March, while the MLS® HPI index was flat month-over-month, down about 3.4% year-on-year. That signals stabilization, not an upswing yet.
RBC’s June 2025 analysis observed a rebound in resale activity in Toronto with buyers cautiously re-entering but price momentum was not yet strong.

Summary: When Will Prices Feel “Buoyant” Again?

Timeframe	Likely Status in Toronto Market
Late 2025	Price softness; sales are climbing, but buyer caution remains
2026	Modest stabilization and some renewed upward movement
2027	More pronounced recovery in pricing and sentiment
2029+	Under conservative forecasts, return to 2022 peaks

Bottom line: A truly buoyant and confident Toronto housing market especially for buyers and sellers with high expectations most likely unfolds in the 2026–2027 window, with full peak-to-peak recovery (like 2022’s highs) potentially extending to 2029 under cautious assumptions.