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Edmonton Aims to Fast-Track Infill Housing with Pre-Approved Designs

Edmonton's Plan to Fast-Track Infill Housing

Edmonton launches a new initiative to speed up infill housing approvals with pre-approved designs, cutting wait times from months to weeks to meet City Plan goals.

Ottawa to Build 355 Accelerated Affordable Homes in North Edmonton

355 Affordable Homes Coming to North Edmonton

The City of Ottawa announces 355 accelerated affordable housing units in north Edmonton to address housing crisis. Federal investment aims to create homes for vulnerable Canadians.

Saskatoon Adds 120 Modular Rental Units to Tackle Housing Shortage

120 new modular rental units coming to Saskatoon

Saskatoon addresses its housing crisis with 120 new modular rental units, including dedicated homes for mental health support. Federal funding of $38.3 million accelerates the project.

Edmonton's $15M Student Housing Race: 500 Units Planned

Edmonton's $15M Student Housing Race Begins

Edmonton's new Downtown Student Housing Incentive has sparked a developer race for $15M in federal funds to build 500 affordable student units. The real construction challenge starts now.

Vancouver Greenlights Major Overhaul for Downtown Eastside in Historic Vote

Vancouver Approves Major Downtown Eastside Overhaul

Vancouver City Council has approved the 'Improve Downtown Eastside' decision, marking a pivotal moment for one of Canada's most challenging neighborhoods. The comprehensive plan aims to transform housing, safety, and social services while balancing commun

Guelph Unveils Major Affordable Housing Initiative on City-Owned Land

Guelph Plans Affordable Housing on City Land

The City of Guelph is moving forward with plans to develop affordable housing units on two municipal properties, addressing the growing housing crisis through strategic use of public land.

Manitoba Invests $176.5 Million in Major Rental Housing Expansion to Tackle Affordability Crisis

Manitoba invests $176.5M in rental housing expansion

The Manitoba government is launching a massive $176.5 million rental housing incentive program to create thousands of new affordable units across the province, addressing the critical housing shortage.

Saint John Unveils Transformative Affordable Housing Community on Thorne Avenue

Saint John Opens Neighbourly Homes Community

Saint John takes a major step in addressing homelessness with the opening of Neighbourly Homes, a 20-unit supportive housing community offering residents dignity and comprehensive support services.

Canada's Housing Crisis Deepens: Budget 2025 Puts Construction in Focus

Canada's Housing Crisis Worsens: Budget 2025 Responds

As Canada's housing shortage reaches critical levels, Budget 2025 introduces aggressive measures to boost construction. Discover how new funding and policy changes aim to tackle the affordability crisis head-on.

Pope Francis Meets Palestinian President, Demands Urgent Gaza Aid and Two-State Solution

Pope Meets Palestinian President Over Gaza Crisis

In a pivotal Vatican meeting, Pope Francis and Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas called for immediate humanitarian assistance to Gaza and renewed commitment to peaceful two-state resolution.

Beyond Waiting: 5 Actionable Steps Canadians Can Take NOW to Solve the Housing Crisis

5 Ways Canadians Can Solve Housing Crisis Now

Discover how ordinary Canadians are moving beyond government promises and taking direct action to address the housing affordability crisis through community-led solutions.

Ottawa Rejects Urban Sprawl: Planning Committee Votes Against Barrhaven Boundary Expansion

Ottawa rejects Barrhaven urban boundary expansion

In a landmark decision, Ottawa's Planning Committee has rejected the proposed urban boundary expansion into Barrhaven's agricultural lands, prioritizing smart growth and environmental protection over sprawl.

London, Ontario Puts Aggressive Housing Plan on Hold: What This Means for Homeowners

London Puts Aggressive Housing Policy on Hold

London City Council hits pause on controversial 'as-of-right' four-unit housing policy amid concerns about infrastructure and community impact. Learn about the new limitations being considered.

Toronto Housing Market Cools Dramatically: October Sales Plummet 95%

Toronto Home Sales Crash 95% in October

Greater Toronto Area's real estate market experiences unprecedented cooling as home sales crash 95% compared to last October, with prices continuing their downward trend amid rising interest rates.

GTA Housing Market Shifts: More Inventory Brings Hope for Homebuyers

GTA Housing Market Shift: More Inventory Helps Buyers

Toronto's real estate landscape is transforming as increased housing supply creates better opportunities for buyers. Discover how market conditions are improving affordability across the Greater Toronto Area.

Metro Vancouver Housing Market Cools Further: October Sales Slump 18% Below Decade Average

Vancouver Home Sales Slow 18% Below Average in October

Metro Vancouver's housing market continues its cooling trend with October sales dropping significantly below historical averages while inventory grows, creating shifting conditions for buyers and sellers.

Vancouver Real Estate Slump Continues: October Home Sales Plummet 14% Year-Over-Year

Vancouver Home Sales Drop 14% in October

Greater Vancouver's housing market shows significant cooling as October sales drop sharply while inventory grows. Discover what's driving the market shift and what it means for buyers and sellers.

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