The dark side of renting in Toronto as an international student

Dear reader,
This week in Curb Appeal: an international student from Delhi recounts the horrors he faced as a renter in Toronto, one of Aurora’s most-beloved heritage homes hits the market, and a tour of an East Bayfront condo overlooking the boardwalk.

Recent studies out of York University suggest that international students in Toronto—particularly those from India—are being targeted by predatory landlords. These students often face sexual harassment, discrimination and slum-like quarters. Vansh Thukral, 21, understands these abuses all too well. Here, he shares his experience.

Here’s a restored farmhouse in downtown Aurora going for $2.8 million. At 4,400 square feet, it comes with its original staircase, a decked-out basement and a backyard pool with a cozy cabana.

Located in the stylish Aqualina building, this $1.8-million unit couldn’t be closer to Lake Ontario. Better still: it has wall-to-wall windows, a walk-in closet and amenities to the nines.

AI has made it easy for post-secondary students to fake their way to a degree. They argue that ChatGPT is just another study tool. But professors are panicking, and the system is unravelling. In our September issue, an inside look at the education revolution. Plus, the untold story of the Bellaria massacre; how a Toronto woman started a popcorn business in prison; where to eat, drink and party at TIFF; and more. Still not receiving Toronto Life at home? Subscribe today.