Industry News
BC Retrofit Accelerator targets decarbonization
The Zero Emissions Innovation Centre (ZEIC) has launched the BC Retrofit Accelerator (BCRA), aimed at decarbonization.
MST Nations launch attainable housing initiative at Heather Lands
About 2,600 condo units at the Heather Lands in Vancouver will be sold at 60 per cent market value.
Canada raises insured mortgage cap, expands 30-year amortizations
Finance Minister Chrystia Freeland announced key mortgage reforms to help first-time homebuyers.
Fire safety experts warn of B.C. building code change
Fire safety advocates are concerned about a dangerous amendment that allows for a single exit stairway in multi-residential buildings.
RESCON calls for urgent action to end housing crisis
To spark discussion and find solutions to the restrictions impeding housing construction, RESCON is hosting its 4th annual housing summit on Oct. 9.
Average home price in August dips slightly in GTA
Greater Toronto Area home sales were down in August, while new listings slightly rose. The Toronto Regional Real Estate Board released year-over-year data for August 2024,
TSSA introduces new fees
The Technical Standards and Safety Authority is introducing two fees that take effect on November 4, 2024.
Condo designs released for $6B Cloverdale Mall redevelopment
A 33-storey tower with an adjoining nine-storey mid-rise building will rise on the 32-acre site of the Cloverdale Mall.
Consultation eyes innovative housing production
The Canadian government is looking for input on how to scale up the pace and quantity of new housing production via innovative technologies and assembly practices,.
Ontario updates provincial planning rules
The Ontario government released a new set of land-use planning rules for municipalities, which build on the Cutting Red Tape to Build More Homes Act.
Next gen homebuyers tackling affordability barriers
Canada's next generation of homebuyers, aged 18 to 38, see real estate as a long-term investment despite how unaffordable it may seem.
Housing starts up 16% in July
Housing starts across Canada rose by 16 per cent in July driven largely by multi-unit starts, according to the latest data from CMHC.
Nova Scotia amends fees for condo developers
Nova Scotia is lowering fees for most new and phased condo developments to increase housing in the province.
New builder disclosure requirements proposed
The Ontario government is seeking input on proposed additional disclosure requirements from builders with the purchase agreements for new condominium units.
Qualico’s first high-rise condo breaks ground in Surrey
The 34-storey Juno tower will have the largest amenity space within a standalone community in Surrey, B.C. at more than 37,000 square feet.
Retail squeeze buoys mixed-use development
Mixed-use developments represent one of the few options for new retail space in Canada's largest markets, as demand and rental rates continue to rise.
Olson Kundig-designed condo launches in Cambie Village
A seven-storey, 53-home condo development in Vancouver’s Cambie Village takes inspiration from single-family homes.
