Victoria's 'Tiny Town' Shipping Container Village Shuts Down
Victoria's 'Tiny Town,' a shipping container village hailed as a success, has unexpectedly closed. The shutdown surprises residents and highlights challenges in urban housing solutions.
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Grand Cafe in Cambridge Closes After 23 Years
The Grand Cafe in downtown Cambridge, Ontario, has closed its doors after 23 years of operation, leaving the community with a bittersweet farewell. The cafe was a beloved local spot known for its cozy atmosphere and community connections.
Calgary Businesses Oppose Elevated Green Line LRT Downtown
A recent survey reveals 93% of Calgary business owners oppose the elevated Green Line LRT alignment through downtown, with concerns about construction impacts, noise, and business viability.
Parkdale Rent Strike Brews Over Retroactive Increase
Tenants at 75 Spencer Ave in Toronto's Parkdale neighborhood are organizing a rent strike starting March 1, 2026, to protest a landlord's request for a retroactive rent increase, highlighting ongoing housing tensions in the city.
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Barrie Workshops Simplify Home Renovation Permitting
Barrie City Hall is hosting workshops to assist residents with home renovation ideas and navigate municipal red tape, offering guidance on permits and regulations.
Regina Council Approves New Growth Plan Unanimously
Regina city council has formally adopted a comprehensive new growth plan that will guide housing development for the next 25 years, passing it without any amendments despite calls for adjustments.
Elbow Model Provides Flexible Living for Large Households
Cedarglen Homes introduces the Elbow SSY 24 model, featuring up to four bedrooms on the second floor, a main floor bedroom, and a basement suite, designed to accommodate growing families and multi-generational living in Calgary's Seton community.
Avalon Pilots Climate-Resilient Homes Against Wind and Hail
Avalon Master Builder leads a national pilot project in Calgary's Belmont community, testing innovative exterior cladding to protect homes from extreme weather like wind and hail, enhancing climate resilience.
Canada's Industrial Real Estate Markets on Divergent Paths
Canada's industrial real estate markets are advancing unevenly, with some regions facing trade disruption impacts while others like Calgary show resilience with rising rents despite higher vacancies, according to Royal LePage's 2026 report.
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Displaced Stayner Residents Find New Home Through Collaboration
A collaborative initiative has successfully relocated residents of the Belmont in Stayner, Ontario, who were displaced by a fire, providing them with a new home and community support.
$34M Federal Loans for Mill Woods Rental Housing Development
The Canadian government has allocated $34 million in low-interest loans to support the construction of new infill rental housing in Edmonton's Mill Woods neighborhood, addressing the city's housing shortage.
200 New Housing Units Approved for CFB Greenwood
The Canadian government has approved the construction of 200 new residential housing units at CFB Greenwood in Nova Scotia, addressing military housing shortages and supporting local development.
Early Realtor Talks Offer Hidden Benefits for Home Sellers
Consulting with a real estate professional months before listing your home can reduce stress, preserve capital, and lead to higher sale prices through strategic preparation.
Nova Scotia Housing Law Changes Aim to Boost Supply
Nova Scotia has introduced legislative amendments to speed up housing construction, addressing a critical shortage in the province. The changes aim to streamline approvals and reduce delays.
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Millennials Lead 2026 Homebuying Plans in Canada
A new survey reveals that one in four millennials plan to buy a home in 2026, showing resilience despite affordability challenges and economic uncertainty in Canada's housing market.
Competition Bureau Investigates Vancouver Realtors' Commissions
The federal Competition Bureau is investigating commission rules at Greater Vancouver Realtors to determine if they reduce competition among real estate agents and potentially increase costs for consumers.
EDC's Ottawa Headquarters Gets New Owner
The downtown Ottawa office building housing Export Development Canada at 150 Slater Street has been sold to a new owner, marking a significant shift in the city's commercial real estate landscape.
GTA Rental Construction Surges as Condo Market Stalls
New research shows a 42% increase in purpose-built rental starts in the GTA during 2025, reaching nearly 10,000 units while condo projects face record cancellations.
Housing Crisis Spreads Across Canada, CMHC Reports
Canada's housing affordability crisis has expanded beyond Toronto and Vancouver to include Ottawa, Montreal, and Halifax, with Edmonton remaining the only bright spot among major cities, according to CMHC's latest report.
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Manitoba Man Seeks Injunction to Halt 76-Unit Development
Jason Sandilands is taking legal action to block a major residential project in the RM of St. Andrews, citing concerns over local impact and procedural issues.
Return-to-Office Math Doesn't Add Up, Real Estate Brokers Warn
Ottawa commercial real estate brokers question how the federal government can mandate four-day office returns while pledging to cut office space by half, with Treasury Board providing unclear answers about capacity.
Calgary's Ranchman's to Relocate for Ranchman's Village Project
After over 50 years, Calgary's legendary Ranchman's country music venue is moving as part of a major redevelopment that will transform the site into a mixed-use community called Ranchman's Village.
Calgary Commercial Real Estate Vacancy Declines in 2025
Royal LePage reports a decline in commercial real estate vacancy rates in Calgary for 2025, signaling a positive shift in the city's business landscape amid broader economic discussions.
Vancouver Office Vacancy High Amid Hybrid Work Trends
Vancouver's commercial real estate market continues to struggle with elevated vacancy rates, driven by the lasting impact of hybrid work arrangements on office demand.
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NYC Mayor, Trump Meet on Housing, Discuss 12,000-Unit Plan
New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani met with President Donald Trump to discuss a major housing proposal for 12,000 units, marking their second White House meeting amid ongoing affordability issues.
Edmonton Property Tax Hike in 2026 Alberta Budget
Edmonton homeowners will see increased provincial property taxes as part of Alberta's 2026 budget, which projects a $9.4 billion deficit over three years.
Ontario Housing Sector Urges Government Reforms for Supply
Ontario's housing industry calls for swift tax, financing, and regulatory changes to address stalled demand and capital, warning of worsening shortages if action is delayed.
Calgary Gets Billions in Alberta Budget 2026, Taxes Rise
Calgary receives significant funding in Alberta's 2026 budget, but residents face increased property taxes. The budget allocates billions for infrastructure and services, sparking debate over fiscal priorities.
Halifax NSLC Store Closing After 160% Theft Increase
The Nova Scotia Liquor Corporation is permanently shutting down its Scotia Square Mall location in Halifax due to a dramatic 160 percent rise in theft incidents, citing safety and operational concerns.
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Trifecta System Cuts Home Construction Time and Costs
Smallworks' innovative building system using prefabricated components allows for faster, more economical custom home construction, as demonstrated by a Vancouver laneway house prototype.
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