We really like the following companies and thought we'd refer them to you. If you have any referrals please send them to info@buyingblock.com. We will check them out.

Why we like it

Community
http://www.blogto.com/ The 'lastest' in Toronto.
http://torontoist.com/ Everything Toronto.
http://www.homezilla.ca/ Neighborhoods defined.

DIY Home
http://www.rotblotts.com/ Old fashion hardware.

Real Estate
http://www.realosophy.com/ Excellent real estate blog.