A Billionaire's Trophy

Aura’s top penthouse is the ultimate trophy for the growing number of billionaires and millionaires world wide- the perfect palace in the sky.

The unwavering HNWI market also known as high net worth individuals seem to be recession proof and are open to spending big money on the perfect home that encompasses prime urban locations, their desire for architectural excellence and their extreme wealth.

Toronto is a particularly popular location because of the attractive price for luxury properties, overall economic stability, diverse culture, excellent educational facilities and global city feel.

Read more of Susan Pigg’s 'Demand for Luxury Homes Drives Prices to Record Levels in the Toronto Star March 5, 2013.   http://collegeparkcondos.com/pdf/media/TS-Demand-for-luxury-homes-drives-prices-to-record-levels-March-5-2013.pdf 

On Our Way to the 50th Floor

Standing on Yonge Street, Aura's street presence is making a grand statement in the sky and down low at the retail podium level.

View from Gerrard St.  - Retail Podium

High above downtown's core, construction crews are keeping up with the rigorous schedule of pouring one floor each and every week.  By the end of the month the tower will stand 47 storeys high.

Currently pouring the 47th Floor at Aura

At the base of the tower, Bed Bath & Beyond welcomed its first customers last week to their 50,000 square foot flagship store located on the 2nd floor of Aura.  This popular North American retailer has already attracted thousands of shoppers and daily commuters.

Bed Bath & Beyond Located on 2nd Floor of Retail Podium

Another large service provider, BMO (Bank of Montreal) is also gearing up to open for business on November 30th.  This prime location is accessible at street level off Aura's Yonge St. entrance.  Early next year, watch for the exciting arrival of Marshalls on the 3rd floor of the retail podium.

Motor Court (driveway) Taking Shape

During the course of the winter months, Aura will continue to reach up to the clouds while on the inside of the tower, installation of interior suite finishes on the lower floors continues, along with the forming of the grand entrance lobby and motor court.

Check back soon for more insider progress updates.

Retail Giant Opens Its Doors Today at Aura

Bed Bath and Beyond, one of North America's largest retailers opened its doors to downtown Yonge Street today at Aura. 

Bed Bath & Beyond - Downtown Flagship Store

Located at the busy corner of Yonge and Gerrard St. on the 2nd level of the Aura tower, this 50,000 square foot flagship store has everything you need for your home and more!


50,000 Square Feet of Everything You Need for Your Home

Opening day shoppers are greeted with a 20% discount on anything in the store today.  Bed Bath and Beyond can now service thousands of daily commuters, passers-bys, Toronto visitors, current downtown residents and future residents of Aura.


Located on the 2nd Level of Aura at Yonge and Gerrard Sts.

This is just one of several major openings at Aura - Soon to follow include BMO, RBC, Marshalls and Canyon Creek restaurant.  

Towering North America

Poster of the Day:  T.O. (Toronto, Ontario) currently has 147 skyscraper & high-rises going up. 80% accounts for residential buildings  - Aura towers as the largest across North America.

Celebrate Yonge

Explore Yonge Street in a whole new way.

From Aug 17th to Sept 16 starting from Queen St. to Gerrard St. pedestrians can enjoy a totally different experience along Yonge St. with reduced car lanes and an increase in public spaces that allow for a more enjoyable, leisurely walk.  You can visit 11 themed event areas along the way - its a trial effort to provide wider sidewalks and a more pedestrian oriented streetscape.  Be sure to make your way down and see how you like the new and improved Yonge St.

Learn more at celebrateyonge.com