Luxury goods quality declining to fast fashion levels
A troubling trend sees luxury items built to last now falling apart quickly. Discover why heritage brands are shifting and what it means for Canadian consumers.
A troubling trend sees luxury items built to last now falling apart quickly. Discover why heritage brands are shifting and what it means for Canadian consumers.
Explore the intricate journey of coffee from small global farms to your cup in Canada, featuring insights from Reunion Coffee Roasters in Oakville. Discover the craft and care behind your daily brew.
The University of Windsor is building Canada's first 3D-printed multi-storey student residence, a landmark project funded by federal housing innovation investments. Discover how this technology aims to address the housing crisis.
Retired champion jockey Eurico Rosa da Silva discovered profound healing through equine therapy after his career. Now, he's helping others find the same peace at Ontario's LongRun Thoroughbred Retirement Society.
Halton police charge a man for allegedly using fraudulent identification to purchase a luxury vehicle worth $200,000 in Oakville. Get the full details on the investigation.
Explore the Sage model by Baywest Homes in Rangeview, Calgary. This 2,271-sq-ft home features a secluded primary bedroom, open-concept living, and smart design for modern families. Discover your retreat.
Calgary's record housing starts in 2025 outpace Toronto and Vancouver, driven by a surge in downtown condo and rental projects. Discover the city's urban transformation.
The new Build Canada Homes Agency, backed by $13 million, aims to streamline construction, cut costs, and restore buyer confidence in Canada's struggling new home market. Could this be the light at the end of the tunnel?
A new design-build project in Burnaby's Capitol Hill layers three homes onto one property, presenting as a stylish single-family residence. Discover how Theorem Developments is redefining 'missing-middle' housing.
A new study in JAMA Internal Medicine reveals Ontario's air conditioning mandate for long-term care homes prevented 33 resident deaths on extreme heat days. Learn how this policy became a lifesaver.
The federal government is committing $46 million to build 152 rental homes in Saint John, addressing housing affordability. Learn more about this major investment.
A Halifax couple, 55 and 54, with a $2.75 million portfolio aims for early retirement. A financial expert assesses if their savings can sustain a $140K-$150K annual income and when to claim CPP and OAS.
A new study in JAMA Internal Medicine reveals Ontario's air conditioning mandate for long-term care homes prevented 33 resident deaths on extreme heat days. Learn how this policy became a lifesaver.
Discover why Canadian homes get mysterious leaks and mold in winter. Learn how air leakage and condensation are the culprits and the key to sealing your home.
Edmonton city council approved a rezoning for six condos in Crestwood after the developer changed plans from an 11-unit apartment. The decision followed intense public feedback and a lengthy hearing.
Saskatchewan's auditor finds infrequent and inadequate inspections of care homes, raising serious concerns about resident safety and oversight. Read the full report.
The City of Ottawa reports its Vacant Unit Tax is working, with previously empty properties now being offered for rent or sale. Learn how this policy is impacting the local housing supply.
Officials in Chatham-Kent confirm the death of a resident living in the community's transitional tiny cabin program for the homeless. Details on the circumstances remain under investigation.
Averton introduces 120 brand-new townhome rentals in Edmonton and St. Albert, starting at $2,295/month. Discover rooftop terraces, modern designs, and pet-friendly living without a mortgage.
Discover how a Calgary couple found their perfect low-maintenance home in Cochrane's River Pointe Towns, offering stunning Bow River views, fly-fishing access, and a quiet lifestyle just 20 minutes from the city.
Toronto sees its first new co-op rental housing development in over two decades break ground in Scarborough. The 245-unit project, part of a $137M federal investment, offers below-market, rent-controlled homes.
The Oakville community gathers to remember Melody Xu, an 8-year-old hockey player killed after an SUV left the road. Her injured mother left hospital to attend the funeral.
A new report from the Parliamentary Budget Officer reveals the $13-billion Build Canada Homes initiative will construct only 26,000 new homes over five years. Read the analysis of federal housing and economic subsidy plans.
Four top Ottawa florists showcased stunning holiday designs during the Homes For The Holidays Tour, raising over $100,000 for Hospice Care Ottawa. Discover their unique festive inspirations.
Ottawa's planning committee has approved a new 50-storey tower by Claridge Homes, set to become the city's tallest building. The project will add 503 housing units near Little Italy and Dow's Lake Station.
Claridge Homes plans Ottawa's tallest building, a 50-storey residential tower at Carling and Prescott. The proposal will reshape the Dow's Lake skyline. Read the details.
Toronto's mayor is pushing for a new policy requiring luxury home buyers to contribute more. Learn about the proposed tax changes and their potential impact on the city's housing market.
Canada's Parliamentary Budget Officer reports a modest projected increase in housing supply from the Build Canada Homes initiative. Read the analysis of the federal plan's potential impact.
Ottawa is considering a major zoning update that would permit three-storey homes in all residential neighbourhoods. Learn how this change could reshape the city's housing landscape.
An Edmonton animal rescue issues an urgent call for foster homes as winter approaches. Learn how you can provide a temporary haven for a pet in need.