Housing advocates in Winnipeg argue that the city's vacant buildings, like the Manwin Hotel, must be converted into homes to address the housing shortage. Learn about the push for adaptive reuse.
Habitat for Humanity Windsor-Essex celebrates constructing 165 affordable homes, marking a major achievement in addressing the regional housing crisis. Learn about this community milestone.
The Town of Lakeshore has announced a new Housing Grant Program aimed at addressing local affordability. Learn about eligibility and how to apply for funding.
The City of Kitchener, Ontario, is proposing a temporary halt to a provincial rule that allows municipalities to mandate affordable housing units in new developments. Learn about the potential impact on housing supply and affordability.
Tecumseh council's decision to reject 'as-of-right' fourplex housing has cost the town $3.2M in federal funds and jeopardizes millions more. A councillor calls it 'extremely disappointing.'
The Town of Tecumseh must revise its housing strategy within 37 days or forfeit $3.2 million in federal Housing Accelerator Fund money, warns CMHC.
A special bike event in Sudbury provided over 50 students with new mobility and independence. Discover how community initiatives are making a difference for children with special needs.
BILD warns Ontario's housing starts could halve by 2030 without intervention. A proposed HST cut on new homes aims to save jobs and billions in revenue. Read the analysis.
Real estate specialists predict a challenging year for Ontario's housing market in 2026, with affordability and supply issues expected to intensify. Learn what's ahead.
A new report reveals Bruce County must build over 4,000 homes in the next ten years to meet demand. Learn about the housing targets and regional challenges.
Evictions from Toronto Community Housing have surged to a 10-year high, raising urgent calls for more leniency and support for vulnerable tenants. Learn about the crisis and the push for policy change.
The entry of major private developers into Montreal's social housing sector is raising concerns about affordability and long-term impacts. Learn about the potential risks and community response.
Discover how Volt hockey, an adaptive sport played in battery-powered carts, is empowering athletes with disabilities at Toronto's Variety Village and gaining national recognition.
Ridge Meadows RCMP are investigating the theft of an adaptive electric tricycle from a child with special needs in Maple Ridge. Police have released an image of the model and are asking for public assistance.
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.
An empty Debenhams in Bristol is now Shredenhams, a vibrant skate park and creative hub. This 'meanwhile use' project recycles the old store, proving high streets can adapt. Discover this urban revival story.
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.
The NHLPA has awarded a $10,000 grant to North Bay's North Stars hockey program, providing new gear for players with intellectual or developmental disabilities. Discover how this initiative is breaking down barriers to the sport.
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.
A free weekly sledge hockey program in Winnipeg is providing a sense of freedom and inclusion for youth and adults who are blind or partially sighted. Discover how the First Shift initiative is changing lives on the ice.
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.
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.
Dagmar Jamieson refuses to let macular degeneration stop her athletic pursuits. Discover how this legally blind Calgary athlete is redefining limitations.
St. Thomas launches purpose-built townhomes with finished rental units to combat housing shortages. New development aims to provide immediate housing relief.
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.
Windsor's Circular Monday initiative encourages residents to embrace reuse, recycling and sustainable products. Learn how this local movement is changing consumer habits.