Edmonton's Prefab Home Dream Stalled by Financing
Factory-built homes offer a faster, cheaper path to homeownership in Edmonton, but a critical financing gap is blocking buyers. Discover the challenges and potential solutions.
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Manufacturers Discuss Tariffs at Simcoe County Forum
Simcoe County manufacturers gathered at Nottawasaga Inn to address economic challenges including tariffs and market uncertainty. Key industry leaders shared insights on navigating today's complex business landscape.
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.
Simcoe County Speed Cameras Removed: New Safety Measures
Simcoe County's speed camera program concludes as provincial funding shifts to alternative road safety initiatives. Learn about the changes and future safety plans.
Budget housing promises insufficient: advocates
Canadian housing advocates say federal budget measures won't solve affordability and supply crises. Learn why experts demand stronger action on housing.
Calgary Office Tower Converted to 204 Affordable Homes
Federal and municipal funding transforms vacant Calgary office building into 204 affordable housing units with support services. Project completion expected fall 2026.
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 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.
$1.7M to repair Moncton affordable seniors housing
The governments of Canada and New Brunswick announce a $1.7 million investment to repair Golden Terraces, an affordable housing complex for seniors in Moncton.
County Road 42 Reopens Between Manning and Lesperance
County Road 42 has fully reopened to traffic between Manning Road and Lesperance Road after temporary closure. Get the latest Windsor area traffic updates.
New Blue Box Rules Coming to Simcoe County in 2026
Simcoe County residents will see major changes to blue box recycling starting January 2026. Learn what new items will be accepted and how this affects your household recycling habits.
Coffee Cup Recycling Coming to Simcoe County in 2026
Barrie and surrounding communities will accept coffee cups in blue box programs starting 2026. Learn how this environmental initiative will transform waste management across Simcoe County and Muskoka.
Stayner's First McDonald's Opens This Week
Stayner, Ontario welcomes its first McDonald's restaurant this week, marking a significant development for the growing community. Discover what this means for local residents.
Nuclear startup Valar Atomics raises US$130 million
Valar Atomics, backed by Palmer Luckey and Lockheed Martin's director, secures US$130 million to build advanced nuclear reactors for AI data centres and military bases. Read about the nuclear energy boom.
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 $176.5M 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.
Ontario scales back 1.5 million home construction target
Ontario's ambitious 1.5 million home target faces harsh realities as housing minister admits to scaling back expectations amid construction challenges and market pressures.
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.
Why clearing homeless encampments won't solve Nova Scotia's crisis
The Nova Scotia Affordable Housing Association warns that dismantling homeless encampments without proper housing alternatives exacerbates the crisis. Experts call for sustainable solutions and increased affordable housing investment.
Washago Motorcycle Crash: Man in Life-Threatening Condition
A devastating motorcycle accident in Washago has left a local man with life-threatening injuries after losing control on an Ontario road. Emergency crews rushed to the scene in a critical response effort.
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.
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.
Barrie Boundary Expansion Approved by Oro-Medonte
Simcoe County's political landscape shifts as Oro-Medonte Township approves Barrie's boundary expansion proposal, sparking mixed reactions from local leaders about future development.
Guelph moves forward with vacant home tax and renoviction bylaw
Guelph's Committee of the Whole advances two major housing initiatives - a vacant home tax to increase housing supply and a renoviction bylaw to protect tenants from bad-faith evictions.
Strong Winds to Hit Simcoe County and Georgian Bay
Environment Canada issues severe wind warning for Simcoe County and Georgian Bay regions, with powerful gusts posing safety risks and potential damage.
Barrie expansion clears key hurdle with Oro-Medonte vote
Barrie moves closer to significant city expansion after Oro-Medonte approves land transfer, setting stage for urban development and economic growth in Simcoe County.
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.
Halifax Couple Pins Hopes on Federal Budget for Housing Relief
A Halifax couple shares their emotional journey through Canada's housing crisis as they pin hopes on federal budget measures to finally achieve homeownership dreams.
Simcoe County Food Costs Won't Drop After 2025 Budget
New analysis reveals Simcoe County residents face persistently high food costs through 2025 and beyond, with budget projections showing no relief in sight for strained household budgets.
Carjacking suspect flees to India after skipping court
A Brampton man accused of armed carjacking at knifepoint in Barrie has fled to India after failing to appear for his preliminary hearing, leaving Canadian authorities scrambling.
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