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The Best Restaurants in the Danforth
The Danforth, also known as Greektown, is a vibrant neighbourhood located just east of the Don Valley Parkway along Danforth Avenue. The neighbourhood is renowned for its diverse cuisine and excellent restaurants. From Greek to Italian, Indian to Japanese, and everything in between, the Danforth offers a wide range of dining options for food lovers. […]
The Best Restaurants in West Queen West
West Queen West is one of the trendiest neighbourhoods in Toronto, known for its vibrant culture, artistic flair, and eclectic dining scene. With an array of restaurants serving up delicious cuisine from around the world, it can be hard to know where to start. That’s why we’ve put together a list of the best restaurants […]
The Best Restaurants and Entertainment in Mimico-Queensway
Mimico-Queensway is a wonderful waterfront community in southeast Etobicoke. With plenty of new condos being developed and beautiful views of the lake, this area just keeps getting more popular. There are plenty of fun things to do in this up-and-coming neighbourhood as well as a food scene that is rich and varied, with new restaurants […]
Where to Find the Best Food in Edenbridge-Humber Valley
Edenbridge-Humber Valley is a tranquil family oriented suburb in Etobicoke that has a rich history, amazing green spaces, and access to great dining options. As the name suggests, Edenbridge – Humber Valley is situated within the Humber River Valley. The southern part of the neighbourhood along Dundas Street West is home to some amazing and […]
The Best Restaurants in the Liberty Village Neighbourhood
Located just west of Toronto’s downtown core, Liberty Village is a trendy and dynamic neighbourhood that has become one of the most popular areas in the city. The neighbourhood’s industrial roots, modern vibe, and amazing dining experiences have created a unique atmosphere that attracts food lovers from across the GTA. From fine dining to casual […]
The Best Restaurants and Eateries in Rosedale-Moore Park
Rosedale-Moore Park is a beautiful and affluent neighbourhood located just north of Downtown Toronto. The area is known for its stunning homes and lush greenery. Rosedale-Moorepark is also home to some of the best restaurants in the city. From high-end dining experiences to casual eats, Rosedale has something for everyone. Most of the best dining […]
24 Tips to Help you Organize your Storage Unit
A self-storage unit can be a great option to reduce the clutter in your home. However, if you throw all your stuff into your unit randomly, it’ll not only be impossible to find anything, but you will not be making the best use of the space that you’ve paid for. If you are looking to […]
How to Store Tires Between Seasons
As the seasons change, you may need to think about changing your seasonal tires. Whether you’re switching to winter tires or to summer tires, it’s important to think about how you store your off-season set. Setting aside a set of tires for long term storage may seem like a simple task: remove the tires from your […]
How to Properly Store Batteries in Long Term Self Storage
Since Italian physicist Alessandro Volta developed the first operable battery in 1800, batteries have been an essential element of our everyday lives powering everything from flashlights, to defibrillators, to video game consoles. Batteries are an ever-present part of modern life but they can also be quite dangerous if not treated properly. This is especially true […]
The Best Restaurants and Dining Experiences in the Kingsway, Etobicoke
The Kingsway is one of the most affluent and exciting neighbourhoods in Toronto’s west end. The neighbourhood’s southern border along Bloor Street West is home to some of the best restaurants and dining options in the entire city. The Kingsway boasts a diverse selection of restaurants, catering to all tastes and preferences. From refined and […]
Tips and Tricks for Hosting a Successful Garage Sale
Rummaging through a garage sale on a sunny Saturday afternoon looking for hidden treasures is a great way to pass the time. However, planning your own garage or yard sale can be a daunting task. Garage sales go by many names, like yard sale, estate sale, tag sale and moving sale, but regardless of what […]
How to Store Your Fishing Equipment
There are few things better than sitting on a boat with your line cast out into the water, taking in the scenery as you feel a gentle tug on your fishing rod, and knowing that you’ve got a big one on the hook. Whether you are out on a lake, river, or ocean, fishing is […]
How to Store Exercise Equipment in Self Storage
At the peak of the Covid 19 pandemic, when we were all cooped up inside, many of us had the same idea, that this was the ideal time to finally start working out and get in shape. With gyms closed people started buying up exercise equipment left and right leading to massive supply shortages. Many […]
How to Store Gardening Equipment in Self Storage
As the temperature drops and the leaves start to change colour, many homeowners across the country will be putting down their last application of fertilizer, mowing their lawns one more time and getting ready to rake and blow leaves out of their yards. When the winter finally sets in, you’ll have to find a place […]
Businesses That Can Benefit From Using Self Storage
Businesses today have to adapt to our ever evolving world. To keep up with the tough competition, business owners must be creative and resourceful when it comes to formulating strategies to sustain their business. This often means trying things that you’ve never thought about before, such as using a self-storage unit to help your business […]
How to Store Comic Books and Collectibles in Self Storage
In a recent auction, Action Comics #1, featuring the first ever appearance of Superman was sold for a staggering $3.25 million. While not every collectible is worth several million dollars, many collectible items such as comic books, trading cards, coins, stamps, and antiques are quite valuable and should be stored properly so that they stay […]
The Best Way to Store Electronics in your Self-Storage Unit
Electronics dominate most people’s lives, whether we are talking about cell phones, tablets, computers, laptops, CDs, DVD players, Blu-ray players, radios, televisions, or video game consoles. The constant release of new models and new technology means we are always upgrading and discarding our electronic devices. If a big chunk of your storage space is dedicated […]
George Brown College Alumni Members Discount
George Brown College opened its doors in 1968, welcoming just over 2,000 students. Since then, George Brown’s full-time student population has grown to more than 30,000, making it one of the largest colleges of applied arts and technology in Canada. People come to George Brown from across the Greater Toronto Area, the country, and the […]
Signs That You Need Self-Storage
If the clutter around your office or home has gotten out of hand, and you want to do something about it, consider getting a self-storage unit. The best way to figure out if you need a self-storage unit is to observe your living space.
10 Home Staging Tips and Tricks to Sell Your House Faster
The housing market is back on the rise and a lot of people are looking to capitalize and sell their homes. With so much competition, how can your property stand out from the crowd? Home staging is a great way to increase the chances that your house gets noticed. Staging is the process of dressing […]
Are you planning on moving to Scarborough? 13 things you need to know about Toronto’s forgotten gem
On a balmy summer day in 1793, John Graves Simcoe, the first Lieutenant Governor of Upper Canada, and his wife Elizabeth decided to take a stroll along the coastline of Lake Ontario. Elizabeth took special note of the large cliffs that rose high above the coastline, the tallest of the nine peaks reaching over 300 […]
Organizing and Storing Your Camping Gear
Your workweek is coming to a close and the only thing on your mind is the two days of uninterrupted outdoor adventure that lie ahead of you. All you need to do is pack your gear and hit the road. All of a sudden, its midnight on Friday and you’re rummaging through piles of clothes […]
How to Store Furniture in a Self-Storage Unit the Right Way
Your grandmother’s heirloom mahogany desk has been sitting in your spare bedroom for years, along with a number of other pieces of furniture that you adore, but just can’t find a good place for. These pieces don’t necessarily fit with the aesthetics of your home but letting them collect dust and take up valuable storage […]
Bicycle Storage Solutions: The Most Effective Ways to Store your Bicycle
There are so many things to love about bikes; they are environmentally friendly, they are efficient, and most importantly, they are fun. Something that isn’t so great about bikes, is figuring out how to store them in a effective way that saves space, is easy to load and unload, and isn’t a major eyesore. Even […]
Smart Storage Solutions for Small Apartments
There’s nothing worse than waking up in the morning refreshed and ready to face the day, only to trip over a pile of clothing by your bed or have to squeeze by your bike on the way to the bathroom. Fitting all your belongings in a small space is hard. But, just because you live […]
Tips for Storing Business Files in Self-Storage
All businesses, big or small, must keep some records written on paper. Business owners and managers know that keeping physical records is vital. Not only do you have to retain records to comply with the Canada Revenue Agency, but you need to keep employee files, contracts, even paperwork for warranties. While digital records are starting […]
Storing Your Motorcycle During Winter
Toronto’s long and cold winters make finding good motorcycle winter storage a necessity. Anyone who has tried to store their motorcycle out in the cold for the winter probably wishes they hadn’t. Depending on where you live, what kind of protection your bike needs, and how much you’re willing to spend, there are a variety of […]
How Self-Storage Can Help your Business
Businesses today have to adapt to our fast-changing world. To keep up with the tough competition, business owners must be creative and resourceful when it comes to formulating strategies to sustain their business. This often means trying things that you’ve never thought about before, liking using a self-storage unit to help your business expand. If […]
Great Storage Solutions for Sports Equipment
If you are a parent of a kid on a lot of sports teams, you know the struggle of trying to keep your garage free of all the clutter that sports gear can cause. You inevitably end up tripping over skates in the mud room, one hockey glove is in the garage but you’re scrambling […]
How to Store a Car in a Self-Storage Unit
There are plenty of reasons people store cars, trucks and other vehicles in storage. For instance, seasonal or specialty vehicles can go months in between uses. Life events like military deployment or leaving for college can leave a vehicle untouched for months. Home Owner Association guidelines may prohibit parking more than a certain number of […]
How to Store Holiday Decorations
After the kids have just finished tearing into their presents, and all the family dinners and get-togethers are over, the last thing you want to think about is taking down your decorations and putting them back into storage. As much as we all wish we could keep our decorations up all year round, now that […]
Self Storage Etiquette: The Dos and Don’ts of Renting a Self Storage Unit
You’ve just rented out your first ever storage unit to help clear out some space in your garage. You gather all of the items you want to put into storage and head over to the facility. As you pull up to your unit, you discover that your door is being blocked by your neigbour’s truck. […]
Winterizing you RV for Long-Term Seasonal Storage
Many Recreation Vehicle (RV) owners want to learn how to winterize a camper without spending a ton of time and money in the process. Even if you’re on a strict budget, you’ll want to winterize the RV correctly before putting it into any long-term storage during the winter season. If you’re an RV owner and […]
Boat Storage Solutions for the Winter
As the leaves start to change colour, most boat owners’ thoughts turn to winterizing their crafts and finding the right boat storage solutions ahead of the cold winter months. Properly storing your boat ahead of winter is essential in protecting what is likely your most expensive recreational vehicle. The long-term storage of a boat, much […]
How to Store Instruments in Self-Storage
Musical instruments are expensive and can last a lifetime if they’re taken care of well and stored properly. Self-storage is an excellent option for musicians who find themselves with more gear than they have room. Whatever your reason to need to store an instrument, it’s important that you store it in the right location and in the correct manner.
Tips and Tricks for Storing Vinyl Records
The way you store your vinyl records can have a drastic impact on the longevity of your albums. They must be treated with care, as they are very fragile and can be easily damaged. Here are some tips on how to properly store vinyl records to preserve and protect them.
How to Properly Store Books in Self-Storage
Book collections can grow at an incredibly rapid pace. Every time you stop by a vintage book store or the local Chapters, you come home with bag full of new books. Self-storage units are a great option to keep your book collection safe and secure while freeing up valuable storage space in your home.
Tips and Tricks for Storing Shoes
We spend a tremendous amount of time on our feet, which is why it’s so important to make sure your shoes are being properly taken care of. Shoes are your hardest working accessories, and they aren’t cheap to replace. Knowing how to store shoes properly will help you keep your shoes in good condition for years.
The Best Jewellery Storage Solutions
Whether it is an anniversary gift from a spouse, an old family heirloom, or just a piece you bought for yourself, jewelry can be some of the most precious items in your home. Proper jewelry storage is really important so that your pieces last a long time. While at-home jewelry storage can be very convenient, […]
Wine Storage: How to keep your wine collection pristine
There is a completely nondescript building that sits on the corner of King and Spadina in Downtown Toronto. This is the kind of building that people pass by without giving a second glance, completely unaware that they are walking over a secret multi-million dollar wine storage cellar that houses over 100,000 bottles of vintage wine. […]
Where to Donate your Items in Toronto
As spring rolls around and you start cleaning out your garage and other storage spaces, you might find that you have a lot of extra stuff that you don’t know what to do with. If there are items that you want to hold onto, you can look into alternative storage options like renting a self-storage […]
Are you planning on moving to Toronto? 12 things you have to know before coming to Canada’s largest city
In the 2016 hit superhero movie Suicide Squad, we see Harley Quinn and the Joker race through Gotham City in a supped up metallic purple Lamborghini as Batman closes in on them. The Joker jerks his car around a tight corner and you catch a glimpse of a very familiar sign that reads “Hard Rock.” […]
Architectural Woodwork Manufacturers Association of Canada Members Discount
The Architectural Woodwork Manufacturers Association of Canada (AWMAC) has been operating as the National voice of Canada’s architectural woodwork industry for over 50 years. AWMAC’s goal is to develop and promote the use of the highest standards for the manufacturing and installation of architectural woodwork while also championing sustainable practices in the woodwork industry. Comprised […]
The Ultimate Guide for Moving Across Canada with Ease
Hundreds of people each year have to make the move across Canada for work, school or just because they need a change of scenery. Moving across Canada and starting fresh in a new city can be very exciting, but the prospect of packing up all of your stuff and hauling it 4500 km across the […]
Are you planning on moving to Mississauga? 12 things you need to know about one of the most underrated cities in Canada
In 1937, the government of Canada agreed to support the construction of two airports in the Greater Toronto Area. The first site selected was on the Toronto Islands, which became present-day Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport. The second site chosen was on 1,480 acres of land near the small town of Malton, some 20 km […]
United Steelworkers Local 1998 Members Discount
The United Steelworkers Local 1998 (USW Local 1998) represents over 7000 administrative and technical workers at the University of Toronto, Victoria University, University of St. Michael’s College, and the University of Toronto Schools. USW Local 1998 is committed to providing information and support to all of it’s members to help improve their work lives. Members […]
Ontario Bar Association Members Discount
The Ontario Bar Association (OBA), a branch of the CBA, represents close to 16,000 lawyers, judges, notaries, law teachers, and law students from across Ontario. An essential ally and advocate for members of the legal profession, the OBA promotes fair justice systems, facilitates effective law reform, upholds equality in the legal profession, and is dedicated to […]
Project Management Institute Toronto Members Discount
PMI Toronto is a volunteer driven organization. They are the second largest chapter in the world of the Project Management Institute (PMI) with over 5,500 members representing experienced professionals and students from all industries. PMI Toronto is dedicated to promoting the adoption, advancement, and success of project management in the community and surrounding areas. PMI Toronto’s […]
Ontario Association of Home Inspectors Members Discount
The Ontario Association of Home Inspectors (OAHI) is a not-for-profit association that works to uphold the highest standards within the thriving home inspection industry. The OAHI is the only provincially recognized body of home inspectors by The Ontario Association of Home Inspectors Act, 1994. Dedicated to enhancing the technical skills and professional practice of home inspectors, […]
Ontario Paralegal Association Members Discount
Storwell Self Storage is proud to announce our recent partnership with the Ontario Paralegal Association. If you are an OPA member and need residential storage in Etobicoke to help with you next move, you can visit any of Storwell’s facilities in the GTA and receive a 10% discount on your first storage unit rental by using the promo code “OPASTORAGE10” when speaking […]
Storwell Offers Discount to Any Customer Who Has Been Vaccinated for COVID-19
COVID-19 cases have steadily been dropping in Ontario as more and more people receive their first and second doses of the vaccine. At Storwell, we see the positive impact that the vaccine is having, and we would like to reward our customers who have been doing their part to contribute to this effort. Storwell Self […]
Canadian Mortgage Brokers Association Ontario Members Discount
The Canadian Mortgage Brokers Association (CMBA) Ontario provides mortgage broker professionals with a forum to work cooperatively, share resources and information, and engage with members to identify trends and develop solutions to common industry issues. The goal of CMBA Ontario is to strengthen provincial mortgage broker associations and enable them to focus on providing regional […]
Ontario Personal Support Worker Association Members Discount
The Ontario Personal Support Worker Association (OPSWA) is a professional organization that assists personal support workers to offer safe and competent care for their patients. OPSWA also advocates for improved care conditions and provides opportunities for personal support workers to connect with others in the field. Members of OPSWA are committed to providing high-quality care […]
Toronto Construction Association Members Discount
The Toronto Construction Association has been upholding the highest standards of industry professionalism for over 150 years. The TCA is the largest association of Industrial, Commercial and Institutional practitioners in all of Canada. The ultimate goal of the TCA is to provide its members with opportunities to grow their businesses and to improve the overall […]
Canadian Motorcycle Association Members Discount
The Canadian Motorcycle Association was founded in 1946 and incorporated federally as a Not for Profit in 1957. They are Canada’s National Association for motorcyclists and are proudly celebrating 75 years of service to the community. Storwell Self Storage is happy to announce our recent partnership with the Canadian Motorcycle Association. If you are a […]
International Live Events Association Members Discount
The International Live Events Association (ILEA) is global community dedicated to celebrating all aspects of live event production and management. The ILEA is made up of live event professionals from a wide range of positions within the industry who come together to collaborate and share ideas. Storwell Self Storage is proud to announce our recent […]
Ontario Cycling Association Members Discount
Cycling is a wonderful way to stay fit, enjoy the great outdoors, and create life-long friendships with fellow cyclists. The Ontario Cycling Association aims to nurture the growing cycling community in the GTA by organizing events for cyclists of all ages and skill levels. Storwell Self Storage is proud to announce our partnership with the […]
What is the best lock for my storage unit?
Having a good lock will give you peace of mind that the items in your storage unit are safe. With such a wide variety of locks on the market, it is hard to choose which is the best lock for your storage unit. Even though the majority of storage facilities have security measures like gates, fences, […]