New Fund Proposed for Ontario Affordable Housing Crisis
Ontario housing leaders propose a revolving fund to provide low-interest loans for affordable rental development, aiming to solve the province's housing shortage.
Ontario housing leaders propose a revolving fund to provide low-interest loans for affordable rental development, aiming to solve the province's housing shortage.
Randall Denley argues Ontario should implement a full sales tax rebate on all new homes to boost construction and tackle the housing shortage, a move more effective than the limited first-time buyer plan.
Edmonton's housing market cools with sales down 17% but prices still rising. Buyers gain negotiating power as inventory grows. Discover the latest market trends.
RBC Economics reports Canada's resale market declined in October despite interest rate cuts. Montreal leads growth while Alberta markets struggle with increased supply giving buyers negotiating power.
Essex Council addresses affordable housing crisis with new subsidy proposal. Learn how the task force aims to improve housing safety standards in the community.
Home Depot slashes its annual forecast as economic uncertainty and a weak housing market cause consumers to postpone major home improvement purchases in Canada.
Canadian home sales increased 0.9% in October with prices showing early recovery signs, though year-over-year declines persist amid ongoing housing shortage concerns.
Canadian real estate market shows continued growth with October home sales rise. Discover the latest market trends and economic factors driving this positive development.
Canadian home sales and prices fell in October 2025, reports CREA. Discover the market trends and why a rebound is projected for 2026. Get the full analysis here.
Canadian home sales rose 0.9% in October 2025, marking the sixth monthly increase in seven months. Market momentum continues as interest rates approach stimulative territory.
Edmonton's AutoCanada reports $211M revenue drop as Canadian auto sales stall. Company pivots to collision repair and US dealership sales for growth.
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.
BILD exposes critical flaws in federal budget housing data showing sales declines up to 82% across major markets. Urgent policy changes needed to address construction crisis.
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.
Calgary's housing market sees sixth straight month of price declines with benchmark at $568,000. Sales drop 13% year-over-year. Explore the latest market trends.
Industry experts question federal budget's optimistic housing data as new home sales plummet across Canada. Discover the real numbers behind the crisis.
Canadian housing advocates say federal budget measures won't solve affordability and supply crises. Learn why experts demand stronger action on housing.
Federal and municipal funding transforms vacant Calgary office building into 204 affordable housing units with support services. Project completion expected fall 2026.
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 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.
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.
Winnipeg's housing market continues its unprecedented surge with record-breaking sales and soaring prices. Discover the factors fueling this hot market and what it means for buyers and sellers.
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.
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's ambitious 1.5 million home target faces harsh realities as housing minister admits to scaling back expectations amid construction challenges and market pressures.
Greater Montreal's housing market experiences dramatic October surge with sales up 46% and prices climbing across all property types as inventory remains critically low.
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.
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.
U.S. existing home sales surged 9% in September, reaching highest levels since February as buyers adapt to new market realities. Discover what's driving this unexpected recovery.
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.