Industry News
Rising costs challenge Canada’s construction sector
A new report from the Canadian Construction Association projects a mixed yet resilient outlook for Canada’s construction sector.
Canada launches first national flood risk tracker
The new platform will help homeowners, renters, and businesses to improve their preparedness and resilience.
UK Renters’ Rights Act sparks market concerns
Upcoming changes to the Uk's Renters Rights Act aim to strengthen tenant protections, but legal experts warn they may have unintended implications.
GTHA rental vacancy hits highest level since 2021
Vacancy in purpose‑built rentals completed since 2000 rose to 5.4 per cent in Q1‑2026, up sharply from 3.6 per cent a year ago.
Starlight unveils first phase of The Waypoint
Starlight Investments has announced the completion of the first phase of The Waypoint, the firm’s newest build‑to‑rent (BTR) community in Maidenhead, Berkshire, UK
Manitoba seeks landlord contact information
Proposed amendments to Manitoba’s Residential Tenancies Act would create a registry of contact information for tenants’ use to be coordinated through the provincial Residential Tenancies Branch.
Skyline releases 2026 Sustainability Report
Skyline marked Earth Day on April 22 with the release of its 2026 Sustainability Report, the company’s sixth consecutive year of formal reporting on responsible business practices.
Ontario launches new demand response incentive
A new incentive for Ontario’s Class B electricity customers offers $54.84 per kilowatt of load reduction during specified peak demand periods between June 1 and Sept. 30.
Mississauga boosts affordable rental housing funding
City Council has approved a major boost to the Affordable Rental Housing Community Improvement Plan (CIP), raising the budget from $44 million to $70 million.
NB Residential Tenancies Act under discussion
The New Brunswick government is gathering opinions about the provincial Residential Tenancies Act as it prepares to update the legislation.
Ontario tweaks rules enabling evictions
The Ontario government is seeking input on a package of tweaks to the Residential Tenancies Act to establish various timelines and conditions for allowing or disallowing evictions.
Air conditioner giveaway prizes cool relief
The City of Toronto is expanding its air conditioner giveaway, following last year’s pilot program to provide cool relief to low-income residents of multifamily buildings.
New Brunswick boosts inspection and permit fees
The New Brunswick government is anticipating an estimated 171 per cent boost in the revenue it generates from elevator inspections, installation permits and mechanic licences.
Canada’s average rent drops to three‑year low
Canada’s rental market continued its downward slide in March, with the average asking rent falling for the 18th straight month to $2,008
Vancouver rental towers a first for healthcare workers
PC Urban Properties Corp. and Harrison Street Asset Management are partnering on a two tower rental development in Vancouver.
BGO to bolster U.S. multifamily holdings
BentallGreenOak will pump up its multifamily holdings in the United States through a deal for its parent company, Sun Life Financial, to acquire Bell Partners and a portfolio of roughly 70,000 apartments.
Generations Toronto celebrates official opening
The project delivers 390 rental homes and acts as a model for how housing, health services, and community supports can be woven together to create inclusive, sustainable neighbourhoods.



















