Industry News
Guelph greenlights taller residential buildings
The City of Guelph will now allow taller buildings in the downtown and Stone Road/Edinburgh Road areas to boost housing supply.
Work begins on La Petite Maison sur Laprairie
The innovative hub will help solve the crisis of affordable community workspace.
New rent-setting criteria draws ire of Quebec tenants association
The RCLALQ says it opposes the new rent calculation method introduced earlier this month by Housing Minister France-Élaine Duranceau.
Amexon announces new rental project ‘e-lofts’
Toronto-based Amexon Development Corp is embarking on a new rental project, e-lofts, located at Eglinton Avenue East and Don Mills.
Mohawk Council of Kahnawà:ke calls for land back reform
As the federal election looms, MCK is seeking policy reform and urging citizens to hold leaders accountable in recognizing Indigenous sovereignty.
B.C. making multi-res heat pumps more affordable
Electric heat pumps are becoming more accessible for renters and other multi-residential occupants across British Columbia.
Zonda releases Ottawa townhouse and apartment market data
Affordability remains the key driver of multifamily sales in Ottawa according to Q1-2025 market data from Zonda Urban.
Archetype mixes multiple land use types
A mixed-use property in Vancouver will deliver more than 200 rental suites, offices and dedicated industrial space.
Rents in Canada saw uptick in March
The average asking rent for rental properties in Canada increased 1.5 per cent in March, marking the first monthly rise since September 2024.
BC announces changes to rental assistance programs
Enhancements to the Rental Assistance Program (RAP) and the Shelter Aid for Elderly Renters (SAFER) program are effective, April 1, 2025.
Centurion appoints new president and CEO
John McKinlay brings nearly 30 years of industry experience to his new leadership role with Centurion.
More student housing coming to NVIT’s Merritt campus
Students studying at Nicola Valley Institute of Technology (NVIT) in Merritt B.C. will soon have access to more on-campus housing and child care. As B.C.’s
Manitoba to forward new safety measures
The Manitoba government is promising to hold residential landlords accountable for safety and maintenance, and to make it easier to evict tenants who conduct drug deals or carry weapons in a residential building.
Canada announces top performing HAF communities
Launched in March 2023, the Housing Accelerator Fund (HAF) is on track to expedite the construction of more than 112,000 new homes by 2028.
NB taps private market for affordable housing
The New Brunswick government is particularly focusing on private market accommodations in its more generous allocation for affordable housing programs over the coming fiscal year.
Affordability, supply shortages among top concerns for renters
As peak rental season approaches, affordability, supply shortages, and difficulties securing a rental remain top concerns across the country
Canada, Toronto announce rental housing investment
The Government of Canada and the City of Toronto have announced a significant investment in affordable, purpose-built rental construction via the Apartment Construction Loan Program.