"I'm afraid I'm going to be homeless with my family with this price," Simaga told CBC News. He acknowledged they currently don't live in the house, but rent it out, and own another house elsewhere in the city. Toronto resident Edith George stands next to the red oak tree that's at least 250 years old. Some 24 metres tall, five metres around and just a few metres from the house at 76 Coral Gable Dr., the red oak predates Confederation. For its part, the city said in an email it is committed to protecting the red oak because of its size, age, beauty and cultural significance.

Source: CBC News July 28, 2021 08:00 UTC