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6 of the World’s Best Athletes’ Villages

You don’t have to be a sports fan to get sucked into the Olympics. We’ve been glued to our TV screens, Youtube, Twitter, and anywhere else we can catch a glimpse of the Olympics.

Because we’re so obsessed with the Olympics at the moment, we decided to take a look at what became of some Athletes’ Villages from past years. From dorms to mixed-use communities, most of the Villages continue to be used, often thanks to innovations in design and sustainability.

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Holiday Windows in Yorkville

We’ve been very busy working with Santa’s elves to give away great prizes for our 12 days of Christmas giveaway, including delivering Dlish Cupcakes to Ratehub.ca and treating some to spa days at the Stillwater Spa. We’re also working with our own dream team on 1 Yorkville, and making great progress on our projects too.

We took some time out of our busy schedule to stroll down Yorkville and admire the holiday displays – it’s truly one of our favourite things to do during the season. Continue reading

Bazis goes to the Bata Shoe Museum!

We’re lucky that there are so many attractions and shops near our soon-to-be 1 Yorkville. We’re regulars at the Royal Ontario Museum, especially for Friday Night Live, and we routinely dine at the many fabulous cafes in the area.

Founded in 1995, the Bata Shoe Museum is another one of our favourite spots in the area, and it’s perfect for Manolo Blahnik-lovers or sneaker aficionados! Continue reading

TIFF: Celeb-spotting in Yorkville

Toronto International Film Festival : TIFF Celeb Spotting
One of our favourite events of the year, the Toronto International Film Festival is finally here! TIFF signifies the beginning of fall here in Toronto, and especially in Yorkville – a neighbourhood known for attracting celebrities. And who can blame them? Hot restaurants, big brands and a great area is what makes Yorkville a celeb-favourite.

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