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Income of $122,440 needed to buy a home in Ottawa

A new report details the minimum household income required to purchase a home in Ottawa, highlighting the city's affordability challenges. Discover the figures and what they mean for potential buyers.

Toronto Should Ditch Land Transfer Tax, Analyst Says

Following Calgary's move to reduce property tax hikes, calls grow for Toronto to scrap its municipal land transfer tax, which critics argue worsens housing affordability and distorts the market.

$11M for Affordable Housing in Liverpool, Nova Scotia

The Canadian and Nova Scotia governments are investing $11 million to create 44 new affordable housing units in Liverpool. This joint initiative aims to address the critical housing shortage in the community.

Toronto housing starts down sharply in 2025

A new report reveals a significant decline in housing starts across southern Ontario, with Toronto receiving a failing grade. Discover the data and implications for the region's housing crisis.

Dual-Income Renting Becomes Canadian Norm

New report reveals renting is long-term reality for Canadians with careers and families. Toronto renters face 30.6% income-to-rent ratios despite high earnings.

Ontario tables bill to end boundary disputes

Ontario's government introduces legislation to resolve controversial municipal boundary conflicts. Learn how this impacts housing development across the province.

Halifax Housing Summit Calls for Major Reforms

The first-of-its-kind From Barriers to Blueprints housing conference in Halifax identified the need for numerous systemic changes to address Canada's housing crisis. Read the key findings.

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