Development
Canada announces major investments in Ottawa
Through Build Canada Homes, the federal government has partnered with the City of Ottawa to deliver up to 3,000 new housing units beginning in 2026.
Unlocking Toronto’s Missing Middle housing
Despite being recognized as essential for building affordable, livable communities, "Missing Middle" housing development continues to lag in Toronto.
Unlocking affordable housing development
According to advocates, the AHRF would give both non-profit and purpose-built rental developers the financial certainty needed to move housing projects forward.
Rental sector reacts to Budget 2025
The new federal budget signals a renewed push to accelerate housing construction, placing housing supply at the centre of the economic agenda.
Hines launches West House in Toronto
Located in one of the city's most desirable urban districts, West House delivers 307 upscale rental units and a top-tier amenities package.
Multifamily holds steady in economic headwinds
Despite six consecutive quarters of rent growth deceleration, Yardi reports its not all bad news on the horizon for Canadian apartment owners and operators.
Military housing battles fatigue
Plans to enlist the private market in military housing provision could help Canada’s department of National Defence reduce a growing shortfall between supply and demand.
Designing rental housing from the inside out
As showcased by the new Alta rental project, taking an inside-out approach prioritizes liveability and leads to the development of more thoughtful, resilient homes.
Navigating CMHC’s MLI Select requirements
In late 2024, CMHC significantly tightened its enforcement of surety bond requirements under MLI Select, a move with implications for rental project timelines and feasibility.
Tackling affordability with cultural intelligence
The Chief Leonard George Building in East Vancouver exemplifies how architecture can fulfill both functional and cultural roles, delivering much needed affordable housing while honouring Indigenous heritage.
A bold step toward housing relief
Now underway, The Dennis is one of the first developments to break ground under the City of Toronto's Purpose-built Rental Housing Incentives Stream.
Rental living at its finest
Located in the heart of downtown Toronto, Fitzrovia's "Elm-Ledbury" is a two-tower rental community featuring high-end services and amenities.
Smart building solutions that drive results
In today’s residential market, apartment owners, operators, and developers are turning to smart building solutions to improve performance, sustainability, and long-term value.
Keeping cool in Canadian apartments
Legal expert Joe Hoffer offer insights for landlords amid calls for mandatory cooling systems into federally funded retrofits and new construction.
Inside the new vision for 250 Dundas West
In the works since 2018, plans for the high-rise development at 250 Dundas West in Toronto have been revised to eliminate office space.
Housing trickling onto surplus federal land
The effort to unlock surplus federal land for housing is further away from welcoming new residents than the reported numbers may suggest, but the Auditor General of Canada concludes there has been progress.
Balancing density and livability
According to Andrew Pascal, partner and CEO at Capstone Developments, mid-rise construction offers several advantages over high-rise projects in terms of cost and lifestyle.



















