Good afternoon, Etobicoke! I’m Bri, the voice behind Etobicoke Scoop. As always, I’ve got your roundup of local news, events, and stories, all in one easy read.

In this week’s newsletter:

📉 Rent Resilience: Etobicoke stays steady in price dips
🚨 Gunfire Drama: Lakeshore incident leads to charges
🏗️ Condo Collapse: Cloverdale project hits a wall

Plus: Farmers' markets, Philharmonic kickoff, Pumpkinville 🎃

THE DIGEST

📉 Etobicoke Rents: Calm in the Rental Storm 🏘️
Rent prices across Ontario are sliding, with high apartment completions, fewer non-permanent residents, and a weakening job market driving the trend. But Etobicoke is holding its own. One-bedroom rents ticked up 0.6% month-over-month and are down just 2.4% year-over-year. Two-bedrooms dipped a tiny 0.3%. That’s a stark contrast to places like Vaughan and Mississauga, where rents have plunged more than 8 percent. The takeaway? Etobicoke isn't getting dramatically cheaper, but it is proving to be one of the steadiest spots in the GTA right now.

🚨 Firearm Incident in Etobicoke Leads to Arrest 🔒
A 28-year-old Toronto man has been arrested after allegedly firing a gun during an altercation in Etobicoke last month. Police say the Sept. 21 incident near Lakeshore and Islington started with a heated argument and ended with the suspect pushing the victim and shooting into the ground. No injuries were reported. The man was arrested Oct. 4 near Long Branch, reportedly carrying a loaded .38 revolver. He now faces multiple firearm and assault charges. Police are still seeking tips from anyone who witnessed the incident.

🏗️💸 Cloverdale Condo Crash: What Happened? 💸🏗️ 
Etobicoke's Cloverdale mall redevelopment hits a snag as developers cancel condos due to low sales. Blaming economic uncertainty and shifting policies, Mattamy Homes and QuadReal nix the Clove project after selling less than 10% of units. With Toronto's real estate market cooling, cancellations are becoming a trend, impacting buyers and developers alike. The future of this Etobicoke community project now hangs in the balance.

Upcoming Events

• Every Saturday - Humber Bay Shores Farmers’ Market 
  Humber Bay Park West | 100 Humber Bay Park Rd. W.
  Get ready to experience the return of the Humber Bay Shores Farmers’ Market! Join us at Humber Bay Park West for a vibrant community gathering filled with fresh produce, local goods, and a welcoming atmosphere. 🕖 Running every Saturday from 9 am to 2 pm until Thanksgiving weekend, this market is the perfect place to shop local and support Canadian vendors. Admission is free.
  

• Every Saturday – Etobicoke Civic Centre Farmers Market
  Etobicoke Civic Centre – 399 The West Mall, Etobicoke
  One of the city’s longest‑running markets returns every Saturday with farm‑fresh produce, artisanal breads, local honey and more. Stroll the stalls, chat with growers and fill your basket while soaking up some live music.
  

• October 17 – Demons and Angels: Etobicoke Philharmonic Season Opening Concert

  Martingrove Collegiate Institute | 50 Winterton Drive, Etobicoke

  Join us for a spectacular evening as the Etobicoke Philharmonic Orchestra kicks off the season with "Demons and Angels." Experience the enchanting melodies of Matthew J. Donnelly's "The Grave-Digger’s Waltz," the virtuosic flair of Sergei Rachmaninoff’s "Rhapsody on a Theme of Paganini" featuring guest pianist Michael Berkovsky, and the uplifting sounds of Antonín Dvořák’s Symphony No. 8. 🎶 🕗 8:00 PM | 🎟️ Tickets available
  

• Through October 23 – United Through Watercolour Art Exhibition

  Etobicoke Civic Centre | 399 The West Mall, Etobicoke, ON, M9C 2Y2

  Dive into the vibrant world of watercolour at this stunning exhibition, where artists from Canada and around the globe showcase their latest techniques and creations. Don't miss the opening reception on September 28, featuring light refreshments and a chance to meet the talented creators. 🎨

  🕗 Monday to Friday: 8:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m., Saturday: 10:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. | Free admission, no reservations required.
  

• Through November 1 – Pumpkinville

  CF Sherway Gardens | 25 The West Mall, Etobicoke

  Discover the magic of fall at Pumpkinville, featuring incredible pumpkin sculptures and a charming pumpkin village nestled in a candy forest, all crafted from over 30,000 real pumpkins! This interactive pop-up experience offers something for everyone with its unique sculptures, city pumpkin patch, dazzling nighttime light displays, and family-friendly midway rides and games. It's a perfect backdrop for your fall-themed Instagram memories, crafted by talented local artists using locally grown pumpkins.

  🕔 Weekdays (Select Dates): 5:00 p.m. – 11:00 p.m. | 🕛 Saturday – Sunday: 12:00 p.m. – 11:00 p.m. | 🎟️ General Admission: $13.99 (+ fees) | Children 12 months and under: FREE

Weather

• Thu, Oct 9: High 12°C, Low 6°C 🌥️

• Fri, Oct 10: High 17°C, Low 8°C 🌥️

• Sat, Oct 11: High 18°C, Low 13°C 🌧️

• Sun, Oct 12: High 17°C, Low 15°C 🌧️

• Mon, Oct 13: High 15°C, Low 12°C 🌧️

• Tue, Oct 14: High 20°C, Low 11°C ☀️

• Wed, Oct 15: High 14°C, Low 9°C ☀️

Fun & Games

😄 Chuckle Corner

Why don't skeletons fight each other?
Because they don't have the guts!

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Thanks for reading! See you next week for more of what’s happening in Etobicoke.

-Bri