Toronto news on Monday, October 19, 2026

In Toronto on Monday, October 19, 2026: Toronto home prices drop 4% as rental conversions surge. Also: The Toronto Maple Leafs are actively exploring the trade market to acquire a game-changing defenceman; Halloween activities are available across Toronto and the GTA throughout the coming week. Weather: Mostly clear skies today with temperatures between 9-17°C and winds up to 20 km/h.

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Toronto home prices dropped nearly 4% compared to 2025, while builders increasingly convert condo projects into rental properties.CBC · Oct 18, 9:31 PM

Safety & emergencies

Police are investigating a fire at a business in Toronto's Danforth Village and are seeking a suspect for arson.CTV News · Oct 18, 7:51 PM

Events & going out

Halloween activities are available across Toronto and the GTA throughout the coming week.NOW Toronto · Oct 18, 9:01 PM

Business & new openings

Toronto builders are increasingly converting condo projects into rental properties due to market conditions.CTV News · Oct 19, 1:25 AM

Sports

The Toronto Maple Leafs are actively exploring the trade market to acquire a game-changing defenceman.blogTO · Oct 18, 9:57 PM

Community & volunteering

Toronto Pearson Airport is partnering with Autism Ontario to host an accessibility event supporting autistic and neurodivergent people.CBC · Oct 18, 10:59 PM

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