Tag: Toronto


  • From Scarborough to the Screen: Justin Wu Reimagines Rom-Com

    From Scarborough to the Screen: Justin Wu Reimagines Rom-Com

    Scarborough roots, global ambitions Toronto-born filmmaker Justin Wu is shaping a new era of romantic cinema that leans into realism, care, and resilience. Rooted in Scarborough and polished on citywide stages, Wu’s work consistently centers characters who navigate love with sincerity rather than spectacle. The late November release of Sidelined 2: Intercepted marks a pivotal…

  • From Scarborough to the Screen: How Justin Wu Reimagines Modern Romance

    From Scarborough to the Screen: How Justin Wu Reimagines Modern Romance

    From Scarborough to the Screen: A New Voice in Modern Romance In a city famed for its mosaic of neighborhoods, Toronto-born director Justin Wu is carving a distinct path in contemporary romance. His work, rooted in empathy and realism, centers on characters who are hopeful, grounded, and unafraid to care deeply. As a writer-director, Wu…

  • Toronto Lawyer’s Debt Wake-Up: Mental Health & Finances

    Toronto Lawyer’s Debt Wake-Up: Mental Health & Finances

    Overview Ella, a 44-year-old lawyer based in the Toronto area, faced a sudden financial crisis after a mental health episode that led to substantial overspending and the cancellation of several credit cards. With an annual income of about $210,000, her situation shows that even high earners are not immune to the financial and emotional toll…

  • Toronto-area Lawyer Faced Large Overspending After Mental Health Episode

    Toronto-area Lawyer Faced Large Overspending After Mental Health Episode

    Overview A 44-year-old lawyer in the Toronto area, identified here as Ella, recently faced a significant financial setback after a mental health episode triggered an abrupt and substantial overspending spree. In response, she canceled several credit cards, taking an important step to regain control of her finances. The case highlights how mental health can intersect…

  • Mental health episode drives overspending: a Toronto-area lawyer’s debt rescue story

    Mental health episode drives overspending: a Toronto-area lawyer’s debt rescue story

    The turning point: a mental health episode and a surge in spending In a high-pressure profession like law, mental health challenges can ripple into every aspect of life. For a Toronto-area lawyer aged 44, a sudden mental health episode triggered a period of rapid and unplanned spending that left her with a daunting financial pile.…

  • Doug Ford backs Toronto as defence bank HQ site

    Doug Ford backs Toronto as defence bank HQ site

    Ontario Premier Endorses Toronto for a Multinational Defence Bank HQ Ontario Premier Doug Ford has publicly endorsed Toronto as the preferred city for the headquarters of a proposed multinational bank aimed at financing defence projects, contingent on Canada being selected as the host nation. The endorsement comes as discussions intensify about locating a new financial…

  • Toronto Hikes Luxury Land Transfer Tax: What Buyers Need to Know

    Toronto Hikes Luxury Land Transfer Tax: What Buyers Need to Know

    Overview: A New Land Transfer Tax on High-End Homes Toronto City Council has approved a measure to increase the Municipal Land Transfer Tax (MLTT) on residential property sales priced above $3 million. The move targets the luxury housing segment to generate additional revenue for city services without relying on a broader tax hike. Under the…

  • Doug Ford backs Toronto as potential HQ for new multinational defence bank

    Doug Ford backs Toronto as potential HQ for new multinational defence bank

    Ontario Premier Doug Ford backs Toronto as the potential headquarters for a multinational defence bank Ontario Premier Doug Ford has publicly endorsed Toronto as his preferred location for the headquarters of a forthcoming multinational bank dedicated to financing defence projects—contingent on Canada being chosen as the host nation. The statement underscores Toronto’s growing role as…

  • Toronto to Hike Land Transfer Tax on Luxury Homes: What Buyers Need to Know

    Toronto to Hike Land Transfer Tax on Luxury Homes: What Buyers Need to Know

    Overview of the Tax Change Toronto City Council has approved a plan to increase the Municipal Land Transfer Tax (MLTT) on luxury home sales, targeting properties priced above $3 million. The new rules, part of the city’s broader revenue-raising measures, would see buyers of homes valued between $3 million and $4 million pay an MLTT…

  • Doug Ford Backs Toronto as HQ for New Multinational Defence Bank

    Doug Ford Backs Toronto as HQ for New Multinational Defence Bank

    Ontario Premier Doug Ford endorses Toronto as potential HQ Ontario Premier Doug Ford has signaled strong support for Toronto to become the headquarters of a planned multinational bank dedicated to financing defence projects, contingent on Canada securing host nation status for the institution. The remarks place Toronto at the center of a broader debate about…