Canadian REITs set for better real estate returns in 2026, especially in seniors housing; TTC targeting ‘goal’ of opening Eglinton Crosstown LRT on Feb. 8, Ford says; Metrolinx CEO attempts to explain why Finch West LRT is down so often; and other news.

Canadian REITs set for better real estate returns in 2026, especially in seniors housing (The Star)

TTC targeting ‘goal’ of opening Eglinton Crosstown LRT on Feb. 8, Ford says (Global News)

‘We’ve got to be better’: Metrolinx CEO attempts to explain why Finch West LRT is down so often (CityNews)

Toronto looks to limit size of underground floors in 'iceberg homes' (CBC)

Doug Ford taking over the Gardiner was supposed to ease Toronto’s repair backlog. So why is it growing in 2026? (The Star)

‘A huge problem’: Toronto snowstorm highlights accessibility issues, disability advocates say (CTV News)

TCHC looks to overhaul program after report shows racial bias and slow response times: ‘We’re not human here’ (The Star)