Toys 'R' Us Canada has officially ceased accepting gift cards following a court-approved deadline tied to creditor protection proceedings, leaving customers with millions in unredeemed value.
Airbnb launches its largest-ever incentive program, offering $1,000 to new hosts in Toronto and Hamilton for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, despite strict local short-term rental regulations.
The Town of LaSalle is exploring the implementation of a licensing system for short-term rental properties, aiming to regulate the growing market and address community concerns.
Fixed mortgage rates remain stagnant despite falling bond yields, with regional lenders offering the most competitive deals while major banks hold firm during slow winter lending season.
A Kitsilano property with multiple rental units sold for $2.9 million, generating over $150,000 annually in rental income. The R1-1 zoned property includes a four-suite house and a laneway home.
Calgary's housing market sees rising demand for multi-generational homes as high prices drive families to combine resources. Builders and realtors note this trend is becoming mainstream beyond cultural traditions.
A Victorian building in Yarmouth, Nova Scotia, is being converted into a 12-unit complex with seven affordable units, part of a provincial initiative to address housing shortages.
A new RBC report reveals Canada's housing market experienced a significant decline in sales and an increase in supply in January, with Calgary and Vancouver among the hardest-hit markets.
The U.S. administration is exploring 50-year mortgages as a measure to stimulate the housing market and improve affordability for first-time homebuyers, according to a TD Economics report.
Discover Walmart's secret sale on the Keurig K-Duo Essentials coffee maker, featuring a 30% price advantage over Amazon and Keurig's official site. This versatile machine brews both single-serve pods and full carafes.
British Columbia's property tax deferment program has been revamped in the provincial budget, increasing interest rates and shifting to compound interest. Critics call it a 'loan shark' move, while supporters argue it's necessary to curb misuse by wealthy
A significant house fire in Chatham on February 17, 2026, resulted in an estimated $200,000 in property damage, with local fire services responding to the incident.
CIBC economists reveal Canada's housing correction is more severe than official statistics indicate, with significant negative implications for the broader economy due to broken high-rise construction economics.
Alberta leads Canada in interprovincial migration, with Calgary attracting thousands of new residents from Ontario and Quebec, boosting local businesses like moving companies and real estate.
Legendary Montreal music retailer Steve's Music Store is closing satellite locations and restructuring to keep its downtown flagship open, struggling against online shopping trends.
Construction industry groups urge Ontario and federal governments to implement a three-year HST holiday on new home construction to address the housing crisis and preserve jobs, backed by economic analysis showing revenue neutrality.
Edmonton City Council has given final approval to the Wedgewood Park housing development following an animated public hearing, marking a second green light for the project amid community discussions.
Bridgeland Distillery in Calgary says a Canadian Food Inspection Agency prohibition on three products threatens half its sales, calling the enforcement 'craziness'.
Canadian junior mining firms dominate the 2026 TSX Venture 50 list, capturing 48 spots amid soaring commodity prices and critical mineral demand, with combined market cap surging $17.9 billion.
Alamos Gold announced its fourth quarter and year-end 2025 results, highlighting record free cash flow of $351.7 million and a 60% dividend increase despite production challenges.
Monument Mining Limited has been recognized as one of the top-performing companies on the TSX Venture Exchange for 2025, securing a place on the 2026 TSX Venture 50 list with impressive growth metrics.
The Town of LaSalle is debating a bylaw that would add nearly $10,000 to development charges for new single-family homes, aiming to fund infrastructure expansion without burdening existing taxpayers.
Vale and United Steelworkers Local 6500 have raised $786,400 for United Way in North East Ontario during their 43rd annual campaign, with Vale contributing a $350,000 matching donation.
The city of Calgary has allocated $29.3 million in funding to non-profit organizations to support the development of 566 new affordable housing units, addressing critical housing shortages.
The City of Calgary allocates $29.3 million through its Housing Capital Initiative to develop 566 non-market rental units, with monthly rents capped at $1,592.50. This final funding round supports eight projects across six housing providers.
A recent survey in Quebec highlights growing frustration among younger residents as fewer can afford to purchase property, with high prices and economic challenges cited as key barriers.
Airbnb is launching a $750 incentive program to recruit first-time hosts in cities hosting the 2026 FIFA World Cup, including Toronto, as stadium upgrades progress.
The highly anticipated Alt Hotel at Ottawa International Airport is scheduled to open in fall 2025, marking a significant addition to the region's hospitality and travel infrastructure.
A new report from CIBC cautions that inflated housing start figures may be concealing underlying economic vulnerabilities in Canada, raising concerns about the true state of the nation's financial health.
Calgary City Council voted 9-5 to approve the Augusta Villas development in Springbank Hill, allowing 35 homes on Elveden Drive despite resident opposition.