Saskatoon shifts federal funding to purchase empty lots for affordable housing projects after a First Nation partnership stalls. The city aims to prepare sites for Indigenous-led developments to combat homelessness.
Calgary's record housing starts in 2025 outpace Toronto and Vancouver, driven by a surge in downtown condo and rental projects. Discover the city's urban transformation.
The new Build Canada Homes Agency, backed by $13 million, aims to streamline construction, cut costs, and restore buyer confidence in Canada's struggling new home market. Could this be the light at the end of the tunnel?
A new report reveals government fees on new Calgary developments have soared to $9,306 per unit, a 536% increase since 2010, adding pressure to housing supply and affordability.
A new study reveals development charges in Edmonton have soared 628% since 2010, the highest rate among major cities. Despite the spike, fees per unit remain the lowest, aiding affordability. Explore the details and impacts.
The federal government is committing $46 million to build 152 rental homes in Saint John, addressing housing affordability. Learn more about this major investment.
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.
Canadian home sales barely moved in November, with prices slipping further. The national average price fell to $682,219, down 2% from 2024. Read the latest CREA data and analysis.
New Brunswick's housing minister confirms recent deaths of people experiencing homelessness in Saint John as new data shows a rise in numbers. The tragic news highlights the urgent need for solutions.
A new report from the Parliamentary Budget Officer reveals the $13-billion Build Canada Homes initiative will construct only 26,000 new homes over five years. Read the analysis of federal housing and economic subsidy plans.
Canada's Parliamentary Budget Officer reports a modest projected increase in housing supply from the Build Canada Homes initiative. Read the analysis of the federal plan's potential impact.
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.
Montreal housing groups are calling for more abandoned buildings to be converted into social housing, highlighting a former restaurant left empty for 13 years. Learn about the push for solutions to the city's housing crisis.
Saskatchewan Realtors Association explains why rent control worsens housing affordability. Learn why supply growth is the real solution for Canada's housing crisis.
Edmonton's faith institutions are transforming underused properties into affordable housing and community hubs, offering innovative solutions to the city's housing shortage.
Starlight Investments, Canada's largest rental provider, builds purpose-built communities to alleviate the housing crisis. Learn how they're creating sustainable housing solutions across the country.
Regina seniors face rent increases up to 96% in 2026 as housing subsidies expire. Seniors on fixed incomes demand rent control while government rejects legislation.
Build Canada Homes unveils a new proposal portal seeking shovel-ready and innovative housing projects. The agency is prioritizing affordable and transitional housing with $1 billion in funding.
Winnipeg and Quebec City tie as Canada's hottest housing markets with 11% annual price growth, surpassing major Prairie cities. Discover the key drivers behind this real estate surge.
Nova Scotia government designates four communities for new public housing developments. Learn how this initiative addresses housing needs across the province.
New Fraser Institute research reveals Ontario's housing affordability crisis now impacts smaller communities like Brantford, where mortgage payments consume over 70% of family income.
St. Thomas launches purpose-built townhomes with finished rental units to combat housing shortages. New development aims to provide immediate housing relief.
New data reveals nearly 1,500 people experiencing homelessness in Saskatoon. The latest count highlights urgent need for housing solutions and community support.
Federal housing money for Calgary faces uncertainty as city reconsiders blanket rezoning. Critical affordable housing projects at stake.
Windsor faces Ontario's housing affordability crisis as costs outpace incomes. New study reveals staggering financial barriers for families seeking homeownership across the province.
Saskatoon faces growing homelessness crisis as numbers jump by 400 to nearly 2,000 residents. City officials declare emergency situation requiring urgent action.
An Ottawa company believes prefabricated homes could solve Canada's housing shortage. Learn how modular construction offers faster, more affordable housing solutions.
A new Montreal initiative is purchasing condominiums to provide housing for the homeless. The project is now actively seeking local donors to help scale its impact and address the city's housing crisis.
Federal NDP leadership candidate Heather McPherson meets with Sudbury non-profits to tackle the city's housing crisis, pledging urgent federal action.
Edmonton greenlights 10 affordable housing projects on surplus school grounds, creating over 1,300 units with federal funding support. Discover how this initiative addresses housing needs.