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Canadians Remain Determined to Own Homes Despite Ongoing Affordability Pressures

Canadians Remain Determined to Own Homes Despite Ongoing Affordability Pressures

Despite affordability challenges, many Canadians continue to see homeownership as a key life goal. A recent poll shows strong interest in buying property even as financial pressures shape expectations and timelines. Housing costs remain a major obstacle, but the desire to own a home remains resilient. The findings highlight the lasting importance of homeownership across Canada. #RealEstate #HousingMarket #CanadaRealEstate […]

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Middle East Conflict Raises Concerns Over Future Mortgage Rates

Middle East Conflict Raises Concerns Over Future Mortgage Rates

Global tensions following strikes involving Iran are sending shockwaves through the economy—from oil prices to financial markets. The ripple effects could also reach Canadian homeowners by influencing mortgage rates. Rising bond yields and shifting expectations around Bank of Canada rate cuts may keep borrowing costs elevated. Here’s how the conflict could impact your wallet. #RealEstate #MortgageRates #HousingMarket #CanadaEconomy […]

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StatCan Links Declining Construction Productivity to Canada’s Housing Affordability Challenges

StatCan Links Declining Construction Productivity to Canada’s Housing Affordability Challenges

A Statistics Canada study says declining construction productivity—especially among small firms—is worsening Canada’s housing affordability challenges. Labour productivity in housing construction has fallen sharply, with rising employment outpacing output for over two decades. Experts say the industry must adopt new technologies and more efficient building methods to meet future housing needs. Ontario saw the largest productivity drop, underscoring the need for major structural improvements. #RealEstate #HousingAffordability #CanadaHousing #ConstructionIndustry […]

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GTA New Home Sales Plunge to Record January Low as Confidence Weakens

GTA New Home Sales Plunge to Record January Low as Confidence Weakens

The GTA saw only 269 new homes sold in January, the lowest level ever recorded for the month. Sales remain far below historical averages as affordability challenges and weak confidence continue to suppress demand. Prices have dipped while inventory has climbed past 20,000 units. Industry leaders are calling for urgent government action to restore confidence and revive market activity. #RealEstate #HousingMarket #GTARealEstate […]

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CREA Says Harsh Ontario Snowstorm Helped Push January Home Sales Lower

CREA Says Harsh Ontario Snowstorm Helped Push January Home Sales Lower

Canada’s housing market saw a 5.8% drop in sales in January, with CREA citing a severe Ontario snowstorm as a major contributor to the slowdown. Market softness from late 2025 also carried into the new year, keeping many buyers on the sidelines. Prices dipped year over year, and affordability remains challenging for first-time buyers. CREA still expects modest improvement in 2026. #RealEstate #HousingMarket #CanadaRealEstate […]

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Minto Apartment REIT to Be Taken Private in $2.3 B Deal with Crestpoint and Minto

Minto Apartment REIT to Be Taken Private in $2.3 B Deal with Crestpoint and Minto

Minto Apartment REIT agreed to a $2.3 billion all-cash take-private deal with Crestpoint and Minto Group that would delist the REIT from the Toronto Stock Exchange and give unitholders $18 per unit. The REIT’s board and special committee have recommended approval ahead of a vote planned for March 2026. A new joint venture between Crestpoint and Minto will operate the portfolio and pursue future rental property growth. The partnership aims to strengthen long-term multi-residential ownership and development. #RealEstate #REITDeal #CanadaHousing […]

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Canada’s December Housing Market: Rising Vacancies and Construction Amid Shifting Trends

Canada’s December Housing Market: Rising Vacancies and Construction Amid Shifting Trends

Canada’s housing market in December saw rising vacancy rates and strong rental construction amid record household debt and shifting population growth trends. Mortgage renewals are expected to peak next year, adding pressure on borrowers. Developers are delaying new condo projects as buyer demand weakens, even as building permits point to future supply. Insights from market analysis aim to help navigate these evolving real estate conditions. #CanadaRealEstate #HousingMarket #RentalTrends #ConstructionInsights […]

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Canadian Housing Market Shows Early Signs of Buyer Activity Heading Into 2026

Canadian Housing Market Shows Early Signs of Buyer Activity Heading Into 2026

Several Canadian housing markets saw renewed buyer activity in November, with notable month-over-month resale increases in multiple regions, even as overall activity stayed below prior year levels. Toronto and Hamilton continued to lag, while Montreal and Calgary showed signs of improving demand and pricing trends. In Vancouver, resales ticked up but remained quiet amid affordability challenges. Regional performance varied widely as 2025 wound down. #RealEstate #HousingMarket #CanadaRealEstate […]

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Canadian Home Sales Reach Highest September Level in Four Years

Canadian Home Sales Reach Highest September Level in Four Years

Home sales across Canada dipped slightly in September but still marked the strongest September performance in four years, with activity 5.2% above last year’s levels. Sales slipped month-to-month as some major markets cooled, yet gains in other regions kept national totals strong. New listings and pricing showed stability, with balanced market conditions prevailing. CREA indicates overall momentum is intact as the market moves forward. #RealEstate #CanadaHousing #HomeSales2025 […]

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Canada Sees Housing Starts Jump Nearly 10 per Cent in November

Canada Sees Housing Starts Jump Nearly 10 per Cent in November

Canadian housing starts jumped 9.4 per cent in November, pushing the annualized pace of new construction to over 254,000 units. This increase outpaced market expectations and signals a meaningful monthly rise in housing development activity. The gains highlight stronger momentum in new residential projects compared with October’s figures. #HousingStarts #CanadaRealEstate #ConstructionData […]

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Canada’s Housing Market Activity Shows Regional Uptick as 2025 Ends

Canada’s Housing Market Activity Shows Regional Uptick as 2025 Ends

Several Canadian housing markets saw stronger resale activity in November, with regions like Vancouver and Calgary posting notable gains while Toronto and Hamilton lagged. Price trends continued to diverge, with some markets seeing declines and others modest growth. Montreal showed steady progress as resales rose and values strengthened, and Calgary buyers benefited from softer prices. Conditions remained mixed as 2025 drew to a close. #CanadaHousing #RealEstateTrends #MarketUpdate […]

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Re/Max Predicts Modest Home Sales Recovery in 2026 Amid Growing Inventory

Re/Max Predicts Modest Home Sales Recovery in 2026 Amid Growing Inventory

Canada’s housing market could see a turnaround in 2026 as buyer interest remains strong and inventory continues to build. Re/Max forecasts higher home sales next year despite widespread declines across most markets in 2025. Rising listings are expected to create more balanced conditions, with average prices projected to ease. First-time buyers are anticipated to play a growing role in the recovery. #RealEstate #HousingMarket #CanadaRealEstate […]

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Buyers Return to Canada’s Housing Market. But Recovery Is Uneven

Buyers Return to Canada’s Housing Market. But Recovery Is Uneven

Canadian home-resale activity picked up this November in many markets, with cities from Vancouver to Montreal seeing gains — but markets like Toronto and Hamilton remain flat or soft. Prices continue to diverge: values dropping in high-supply areas while rising or holding steady elsewhere. A broader rebound may be building, but expect uneven results across regions through early 2026. #RealEstate #CanadaHousing #HousingMarket […]

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Calgary Emerges as a Leading Hub for Large-Scale Industrial Real Estate Demand

Calgary Emerges as a Leading Hub for Large-Scale Industrial Real Estate Demand

Calgary has rapidly become a powerhouse for industrial real estate, with massive warehouses and distribution hubs serving much of Western Canada. Despite having the fifth-largest industrial inventory, it now ranks second in national demand. Retail giants continue expanding around the city, fueling the need for large-format facilities. #IndustrialRealEstate #CalgaryBusiness #Logistics […]

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Ottawa and Federal Government Launch $400M Partnership to Accelerate Affordable Housing

Ottawa and Federal Government Launch $400M Partnership to Accelerate Affordable Housing

Ottawa and the federal government are joining forces on a $400-million plan to build up to 3,000 affordable homes, with construction set to begin next year. The partnership includes major fee waivers from the city and federal financing for units on public land. The announcement also introduced new initiatives focused on defence-sector growth and community health. #CanadaRealEstate #AffordableHousing #Ottawa […]

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