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Pickering is a city located in Southern Ontario, Canada, and it has been experiencing significant growth in recent years. The city has a population of over 90,000 and is part of the Greater Toronto Area, which is known for its strong and stable real estate market. Pickering is home to several major employers, including Ontario Power Generation, Durham College, and the Pickering Nuclear Gen ...

Whitby is a town located in the Durham region of Ontario, Canada. It is known for its beautiful waterfront and parks, historic downtown area, and excellent schools. The town is also home to a vibrant arts and culture scene, with many local festivals and events throughout the year. One reason to consider buying a home in Whitby is its location. The town is conveniently located within easy c ...

Durham Region continues to remain an ideal location for home buyers looking for a variety of housing options and communities. Durham’s housing market has been hotter than ever! Durham Region is one of the foremost affordable real estate destinations within the Greater Toronto Area. Properties range an average of $613,606, based on recent data from the Toronto Real Estate Board, and housi ...

A lot of our clients are first-time home buyers! We are honoured to walk them through the exciting search for the home that feels right and meets all of their criteria. We know that this can be an overwhelming experience. We've been there too. This week, Nooriya Popal shares her very own experience of purchasing her first home. "My first house was in Pickering and I loved it the moment I ...

We would like you to get to know the Mary Roy Team, and more than just our bios! We are introducing a new blog series where we are going to be sharing stories, unique lifestyle content, personal home buying experiences and preferences from each of our unique and talented team members. This is your chance to connect with us, get inspired and of course, join the conversation.  Stay tuned here ...

    Nothing marks the sign of Summer more than a long weekend! Having an extra day off leaves you with the opportunity to explore your local area. Below we’ve gathered a few activities if you’re left searching for ideas:   Grab your beach towel and cooler and head to your local beach – here is a list of safe swimming beaches: https://www.durhamregion.com/news-story/7362778-eleven-durh ...

By The Canadian Press Wed., July 26, 2017 The federal housing agency says the current downturn in Toronto’s housing market is expected to be short-lived. Canada Mortgage and Housing Corp. (CMHC) says Toronto property prices, which have fallen over the last couple of months, should pick up again as demand bounces back. The Ontario government introduced measures in t ...

What To Do This Canada Day Long WeekendNot sure what to do this long weekend? There is plenty of events and activities going on around the Durham Region to celebrate Canada’s 150th Birthday! Read below to find your local event time and location: Pickering Celebrations: The Esplanade Park: Noon – 5:00 Pm The daytime portion will feature Live entertainment performances on two stages,  30+ Co ...

Hop On Through Pickering! The annual Easter parade will make its way through Pickering this Saturday April 15th from 10 am to noon. The parade will fill the streets of Bay Ridges again this year with a new theme - Mardi Gras Easter. It begins at Millennium Square, located at the south end of Liverpool Road, and will stroll north along Liverpool Road, go west on Annland Street, where it take ...

Homebuyers are recognizing the value that living in Durham Region brings forth, as Durham continues to offer one of the most affordable housing markets in the regions neighbouring Toronto. Key development and infrastructure highlights from the last year include the expansion of the 407, new GO rail service introducing a 20-kilometre extension of the Lakeshore East GO line by 2024, and Durham' ...