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REMI Network
Vancouver names Corrie Okell new GM of development
Corrie Okell has been named the new general manager of development, buildings and licensing for the City of Vancouver.
Construction Business
$1.2 billion Beachlands project breaks ground
Construction has started on The Beachlands in Colwood, B.C. The $1.2 billion development will sit on 134-acres of oceanfront land.
REMI Network
Toronto’s vacant home tax deadline approaching
In October, Toronto City Council approved an increase in the tax rate for vacant properties from one per cent to three per cent for the 2024 taxation year, which will become payable in 2025.
Construction Business
B.C. introduces bill for homes near transit hubs
The Government of British Columbia is introducing legislation to speed up delivery of homes near transit, services and amenity hubs.
Construction Business
New Burnaby housing for women and children
Construction has begun on new housing for women and children in Burnaby, which will include 56 affordable long-term homes.
Canadian Apartment Magazine
Nova Scotia releases “Our Homes, Action for Housing” plan
The Nova Scotia government has just released its five-year “Our Homes, Action for Housing” plan, representing a projected $1-billion investment.
Canadian Apartment Magazine
NS asserting more control in housing arena
Newly introduced Bill 329 includes dozens of amendments to the Halifax Regional Municipality Charter to impose new requirements and give the Province more authority over planning and development.
REMI Network
Steve Clark faces backlash over Greenbelt scandal
Housing Minister Steve Clark is facing calls for his resignation after Integrity Commissioner finds him guilty of violating ethics rules in new Greenbelt report.
Canadian Apartment Magazine
Ontario expands strong mayor powers to 21 municipalities
The Ontario government announced it is expanding 'strong mayor' powers to 21 additional municipalities, effective October 31, 2023
Construction Business
Landmark Indigenous housing breaks ground
Construction is underway on a major Indigenous-led and focused development in Vancouver.
Canadian Apartment Magazine
Strong mayor powers expanded to 26 municipalities
The Ontario government is expanding strong mayor powers to the mayors of 26 fast-growing municipalities that have pledged to invest in housing.
Construction Business
Harris Green Village receives approval
Harris Green Village by Starlight Investments in Victoria has received approval and phase one will break ground this year.
Construction Business
Major Port Moody development unveiled
The first master-planned residential community in almost two decades is approved and moving ahead in Port Moody.
Construction Business
Federal $4B fund aims to fast-track housing
The federal government has launched the Housing Accelerator Fund, a $4 billion initiative to fast track housing.
REMI Network
Tania Artenosi named new OREA president
In her new role, Tania Artenosi will lead OREA's efforts to continue advocating for affordable homeownership and fighting for fair and equitable access to homes.
REMI Network
Canadian home sales at 14-year low
An increasing number of East Coast markets show that prices appear to be trending up again.
REMI Network
New reg imposes financial penalties on Ontario homebuilders
A new regulation may impose administrative penalties on Ontario homebuilders or vendors who breach their legal and ethical obligations.
