by thegtapatriot@yahoo.ca | Aug 5, 2024 | Economy, Financial, World
What Was Black Monday? Black Monday, which took place on October 19, 1987, was a devastating stock market crash that had a profound impact on the global financial system. On this day, the Dow Jones Industrial Average (DJIA) plummeted by 22.6%, marking the largest...
by thegtapatriot@yahoo.ca | Jul 24, 2024 | Canada, Economy, Housing, Ottawa
The Bank of Canada has delivered some much-needed relief with a quarter-point interest rate cut to 4.5%. This marks the second consecutive rate reduction and signals a cautious optimism about taming inflation while supporting a weakening economy. Why the Rate Cut?...
by thegtapatriot@yahoo.ca | May 27, 2024 | Development, Economy, GTA Development, Housing, Markham, News
The History of the stores at Steeles The Shops on Steeles and 404, situated at the intersection of Steeles Avenue East and Don Mills Road in Markham, Ontario, is a compact community shopping destination comprising approximately 70 stores. While it features a handful...
by thegtapatriot@yahoo.ca | Jul 18, 2023 | Economy, GTA Issues, Housing, News, Toronto
A recent report from the Canadian Centre for Policy Alternatives has shed light on the daunting reality of housing affordability in Toronto. The study indicates that Ontario’s minimum wage would need to skyrocket to $40 an hour for workers to comfortably afford...
by thegtapatriot@yahoo.ca | Jul 16, 2023 | Alberta, Calgary, Economy, Edmonton, Movies, News, Ontario, Toronto, Unions, USA
Shifting Dynamics in the Entertainment Industry In a major upheaval for the entertainment industry, the Screen Actors Guild – American Federation of Television and Radio Artists (SAG-AFTRA) and the Writers Guild of America (WGA) have initiated strikes that have...
by thegtapatriot@yahoo.ca | Jul 12, 2023 | Alberta, Calgary, Economy, Edmonton, employment, Immigration, Real Estate
The Allure of Alberta: Jobs and Prosperity Despite facing challenges such as rising unemployment rates and soaring housing costs, Alberta is experiencing a significant influx of migrants from across Canada. What is it that draws people to this province? The answer...