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LivMore Magnetic Hill

Rental project kicks off in Moncton’s Magnetic Hill

SAMM Developments has officially broken ground on LivMore Magnetic Hill, a new purpose‑built rental community in Moncton, New Brunswick.

Rising relocation driving rental demand in Europe

According to InRento’s CEO, a strong relocation reputation acts like a signal flare, pulling newcomers toward cities where they overwhelmingly rely on rental housing.

Stafford and DBS announce second Toronto venture

Stafford and DBS Developments have unveiled their second joint venture in Toronto: a new luxury rental community planned for 429 Walmer Rd.
indigenous-led housing

NICHI receives $300 million in renewed federal funding

The National Indigenous Collaborative Housing Incorporated (NICHI) is receiving $300 million in renewed federal funding to advance Indigenous‑led housing projects.

Countdown to AODA filing begins in Ontario

Ontario organizations with 20 or more employees are required to file an Accessibility Compliance Report under the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005 (AODA) by December 31, 2026.
CRPF

Canada launches $1.5B Rental Protection Fund

The Canada Rental Protection Fund (CRPF) is designed to help community housing providers acquire, preserve and renew at-risk rental homes.
mortgages

Alternative mortgages see uptick as buyers seek flexibility

Volatile economic conditions and stricter lending criteria are making it harder to secure a traditional mortgage according to new report from CMI Financial.
LTB

New LTB rules now in effect in Ontario

Significant reforms to Ontario’s Landlord and Tenant Board (LTB) took effect today, part of what the province calls a push to “modernize and stabilize” a system strained by years of mounting delays.
renter income

Affordability gap widens as renter incomes fall

Income is emerging as the defining fault line in Canada’s rental landscape, according to a new report from SingleKey.
counter-tariffs

Ontario builders brace for significant cost increases

A new analysis from RESCON shows that the latest round of counter‑tariffs will push material costs higher for builders across Ontario.
Pivot

BGO expands Canadian rental portfolio

Real estate investment manager BGO announced it has acquired two major multifamily assets: The James in Victoria and Pivot in Toronto.
NS service efficiency efforts include housing

NS service efficiency efforts include housing

Proposed omnibus legislation extends the Nova Scotia government's oversight of the planning and housing approval process in Halifax and includes a tweak to the Condominium Act.
CRPF

New $20M boost for non‑profit housing

Nesting Ground has closed the first round of funding for its Affordable Housing Guarantee Pool (AHGP), securing $20 million in equity commitments from institutional and private investors.
Quebec resets code compliance transition period

Quebec resets code compliance transition period

Project proponents can continue to adhere to earlier editions of Quebec's construction and electrical codes if they commence work before Oct. 17, 2027.
RentBC rebrand

LandlordBC rebrands as RentBC

Rental housing industry association LandlordBC announced it has rebranded as RentBC in a move to better reflect its role in a changing rental housing landscape.
Manitoba rent guideline

Manitoba expands rent control for 2027

The Manitoba government announced it is expanding rent control by raising the exemption threshold to $2,000 effective Jan. 1, 2027.
RESCON

RESCON pushes for permanent policy change

As market challenges worsen, the Residential Construction Council of Ontario (RESCON) is urging all levels of government to make permanent housing policy changes.