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Toronto Home Sales Jump 9.4% in June: What It Means for Buyers, Sellers & Landlords

  The GTA market just posted its strongest month of the year. Here's what the numbers actually mean if you're buying, selling, or renting out property in Ontario. 6,770 GTA home sales, June $1,058,658 Average selling price -5.4% MLS HPI, year-over-year The Toronto Regional Real Estate Board (TRREB) reported 6,770 home sales across the Greater Toronto Area in June 2026, up 9.4% from June 2025 and up 1.4% from May on a seasonally adjusted basis. That's the clearest sign yet that the slow start to 2026 is behind us — at least on the demand side. New listings tell the other half of the story. Only 17,282 new listings hit the market in June, a 12.9% drop from a year earlier, while active listings fell 13.5% year-over-year to 27,329. Buyers have less to choose from than they did last summer, even as more of them are shopping. A Market That's Quietly Tightening The sales-to-new-listings ratio — a key gauge of who holds the upper hand — climbed to about 39.2%, up from 37.2% in ...
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A Solemn Reflection of Humility: The “Washing of the Feet” Ceremony in Jerusalem

 


In the heart of Jerusalem, a profound tradition unfolds as Orthodox Christians congregate to observe the “Washing of the Feet” ceremony. This sacred event, held outside the Church of Holy Sepulchre, is a testament to the enduring rituals that have been passed down through generations.

The ceremony, which took place on Thursday, saw the faithful gather in reverence and piety. The ritual is deeply symbolic, echoing the humility and service exemplified by Jesus Christ during the Last Supper, as he washed the feet of his disciples. It’s a poignant reminder of the virtues of servitude and humility that lie at the core of Christian teachings.

The Church of Holy Sepulchre, a site venerated by Christians worldwide, provides a fitting backdrop for this solemn observance. The ancient stones of the church have witnessed countless acts of devotion, and the “Washing of the Feet” is a continuation of this rich spiritual legacy.

As the world watches, the Orthodox Christian community in Jerusalem carries forward a message of humility and service, resonating with the teachings that have shaped their faith. This ceremony is not just a ritual; it is a living expression of a faith that values the act of giving over receiving, and the strength found in kneeling to serve others.

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