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Top 10 market trends that defined 2025

Canada's multifamily market was impacted by several factors in 2025, including lower immigration targets, changing government policies and rising material costs.

CAPREIT expands national portfolio

December has been a busy month for CAPREIT, with six rental property acquisitions across Canada for a combined total of $292.5 million.
housing market

Vacancy rates rise in 2025 amid record supply

CMHC's 2025 Rental Market Report reveals rising vacancy rates in Canadian cities despite increased supply, citing slower population and economic growth as contributing factors.
holidays

Thoughtful solutions to seasonal stressors

For multi-residential apartment owners, the holidays present unique challenges that require thoughtful solutions to maintain safety, courtesy, and seamless operations.
affordability

Canada’s average rent falls below $2,100

Average rent in Canada has dropped 3.1 per cent since last November to $2,074 marking the 14th consecutive month of annual decreases.
Altree Developments

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.
Rentsync

Empirio Capital expands Edmonton footprint

Vancouver-based Empirio Capital is deepening its presence in Edmonton with the acquisition of a second multifamily property, McConachie Villas.
public capital

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.
SingleKey report

More Canadians renting for the long term

The Q3 2025 Rental Intelligence Report by SingleKey reveals that the traditional image of renters as young and transient no longer reflects reality.
affordability

Renter demand holds strong across Canada

Renter demand across Canada remained resilient through the third quarter of 2025, according to new data from RentCafe.
BGO

BGO acquires Ontario rental property

Global real estate investment manager BGO has acquired The Camby, a newly built multi-family complex in Cambridge, Ontario,
default

Protecting against defaults and damages

For landlords in Canada, effective risk management strategies to protect against defaults and property damage are critical.
rent declines

Rent declines ease in October

Rent declines eased somewhat across Canada in October, suggesting the downturn may be moderating after 13th consecutive months of decreases.
Budget 2025

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.
major rental markets

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.
RentCafe insurance

Bill 60 walked back amid public outcry

In a swift reversal following criticism over Bill 60, the Ontario government has announced it will no longer proceed with the controversial proposal.
Military housing battles fatigue

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.