Alberta Minister Defends Edmonton Shelter Funding
Alberta's social services minister responds to criticism about Edmonton shelter capacity, insisting provincial funding is adequate despite visible homelessness issues.
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A Better Tent City Seeks Funding for Staff Expansion
Waterloo Region's innovative homeless community requests $170,000 to hire two new support workers, aiming to enhance services and sustainability for vulnerable residents.
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.
Edmonton funds $1M winter day shelters amid cold snap
City council approves emergency funding to expand daytime shelter capacity during harsh winter months, providing crucial warm spaces for vulnerable residents.
Calgary's Old ATCO Sites Become Modular Homes for Lethbridge
Triple M Housing leads innovative project repurposing former industrial land into affordable modular homes, addressing Alberta's housing crisis with sustainable solutions.
Simcoe County's Massive Modular Housing Project for Homeless
Simcoe County unveils Canada's largest modular supportive housing project, offering 120 new homes with comprehensive support services to address homelessness through innovative construction methods.
Trump Administration Removes Housing Watchdog
The Trump administration has removed the independent watchdog overseeing the Federal Housing Finance Agency, raising concerns about oversight and accountability in housing regulation.
Edmonton Council Prioritizes Winter Shelter Expansion
Edmonton's freshly sworn-in city council takes immediate action to address winter homelessness crisis by prioritizing shelter capacity expansion as temperatures drop.
Sudbury Opens 24/7 Warming Centre for Extreme Cold
Greater Sudbury launches first-ever 24/7 warming centre at YMCA to provide life-saving shelter during freezing temperatures, addressing critical gap in community services.
Toronto's shelter renaming plan shelved after ridicule
A controversial City Hall proposal to rename homeless shelters with 'inclusive' terminology faced massive backlash and has been quietly abandoned according to a new report.
Essex County Questions Windsor on Social Housing Delays
Essex County officials are pressing Windsor for transparency on social housing barriers as waitlists swell and affordable units remain scarce across the region.
BC Housing Crisis: 4 Critical Projections
New analysis reveals four critical housing projections that could reshape British Columbia's future. From soaring prices to supply shortages, discover what's ahead for Canada's most expensive housing market.
Ontario's New Housing Act: More Homes, Faster Permits
Discover how Ontario's groundbreaking new legislation is tackling the housing crisis by cutting red tape, speeding up development, and creating thousands of jobs across the province.
Montreal Homeless Skeptical of Election Promises
As Montreal's mayoral race heats up, homeless residents express deep skepticism about campaign pledges, calling them recycled rhetoric that rarely translates into real change.
Variable Mortgage Holders Get Rate Cut Relief
Canadian homeowners with variable-rate mortgages are celebrating as the Bank of Canada's recent rate cut brings significant payment reductions. Discover how this decision impacts monthly budgets and what it means for the housing market.
Guelph Standoff Ends in Arrest After Shelter-in-Place
A Guelph neighborhood was locked down as police engaged in a dramatic standoff with an armed suspect, resulting in an arrest after hours of negotiations.
Bank of Canada Signals End to Rate Hike Cycle
The Bank of Canada maintains its key interest rate at 5%, signaling the end of its tightening cycle while keeping options open for future moves. Discover what this means for your finances and the Canadian economy.
Guelph standoff ends with arrest after shelter-in-place order
A tense police standoff in Guelph's west end led to shelter-in-place orders and multiple school lockdowns before officers made an arrest following hours of negotiations.
Bank of Canada Rate Cuts Still Possible in 2024
Despite stubborn inflation, economists reveal why interest rate cuts remain on the table for 2024 and how Canadians should prepare for potential financial shifts.
PEI Senior Sleeps in Car as Elderly Homelessness Rises
A shocking new report reveals the hidden crisis of senior homelessness across Canada, as a Prince Edward Island woman shares her story of sleeping in her vehicle while waiting for affordable housing.
Rate Cut Offers Relief for Alberta Homeowners
The Bank of Canada's recent interest rate reduction offers breathing room for Albertans, but experts warn bigger economic challenges lie ahead for the province's housing market and overall financial landscape.
RBC Cuts Prime Rate Following Bank of Canada Decision
Royal Bank of Canada leads major lenders in reducing prime rate to 6.95%, bringing relief to borrowers with variable-rate mortgages and loans. Learn how this affects your finances.
Bank of Canada Rate Cut Boosts Real Estate Market
Canadian real estate leaders welcome the Bank of Canada's first interest rate cut in four years, predicting renewed market activity while acknowledging ongoing economic challenges.
Large Dogs Face Tougher Adoption Odds in Nova Scotia
New data reveals alarming adoption trends in Nova Scotia shelters, with larger dogs facing significantly longer waits and lower adoption rates than their smaller counterparts.
Bank of Canada Cuts Interest Rates to 4.75%
The Bank of Canada has made its first interest rate cut in months, lowering the overnight rate to 4.75%. Discover how this decision affects mortgages, savings, and the Canadian economy.
Bank of Canada Cuts Rate to 2.25% - Second Drop
The Bank of Canada has cut its key interest rate to 2.25% in its second consecutive reduction, signaling a major shift in monetary policy that could save Canadians money on mortgages and loans.
Bank of Canada Cuts Interest Rate to 4.75%
The Bank of Canada has made its first interest rate cut since 2020, dropping the benchmark rate to 4.75%. Discover how this historic move will impact mortgages, savings, and the Canadian economy.
Housing Crisis Fuels Domestic Violence in Calgary
Groundbreaking Calgary research exposes direct link between unaffordable housing and rising domestic violence rates, with victims trapped in dangerous situations due to financial constraints.
Port Colborne Lockdown: Police Hunt Armed Suspect
Niagara Regional Police issue urgent shelter-in-place advisory as they search for dangerous suspect following weapons incident in Port Colborne neighborhood.
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