Industry News
Proptech ventures tapped for 2024 accelerator
Seven housing-related proptech ventures have been named as the 2024 cohort of the REACH Canada accelerator program, which offers mentorship from the U.S. National Association of Realtors.
Toronto looks to Calgary’s conversion recipe
Toronto Council’s planning and housing committee has adopted a motion urging a closer look at the office-to-residential conversion incentives that Calgary offers.
CAO drafts anti-harassment rule
The Condominium Authority of Ontario has drafted an anti-harassment rule for condo corporations to consider.
Stationside condo project launches in Milton
The two-tower condo from Neatt Communities will be one of the first that connects with the town's future mobility hub and upcoming Milton Go Station.
Province creating six transit-oriented communities in Toronto
Thousands of new homes will be rising near future transit stations along the Ontario Line subway and Scarborough Subway Extension.
Mortgage holders feel squeeze from interest rates
The new insight comes ahead of a potential interest rate hike on October 25.
BC introduces new rules on short-term rentals
The B.C. government has introduced legislation to rein in short-term rentals and add back housing to the rental market.
NS asserting more control in housing arena
Newly introduced Bill 329 includes dozens of amendments to the Halifax Regional Municipality Charter to impose new requirements and give the Province more authority over planning and development.
Westshore community rolls out first phase of townhomes
Minto Communities GTA is bolstering missing middle housing options with the first phase of its Westshore development.
The Well transforms into hub for public art
At The Well, in the King West neighbourhood, passers-by will discover seven new art pieces on display, including some firsts in Canada.
Vancouver mayor declares new steps to build homes faster
Increasing the maximum allowable floor plate size for Vancouver's residential towers is one item in a newly released motion from Mayor Ken Sim.
Improved permitting eases home renos in Vancouver
The City of Vancouver is making it easier for homeowners of townhouses and condos to renovate their dwellings.
Home sales steady and listings rise in Montreal CMA
Residential sales in the Montreal Census Metropolitan Area remained moderate in September, but still below the historic average for this time of year.
Harassment against condo managers on the rise
The Association of Condominium Managers of Ontario is reporting escalating incidents of workplace harassment and abuse as a critical labour shortage rips through the industry.
CAGBC launches free low carbon training
The Canada Green Building Council (CAGBC) is launching a free Low Carbon Training Program in partnership with industry associations.
LSQ2 condo launches in North York
Almadev has unveiled LSQ2, its second condo rising in the 15-acre Lansing Square development in North York.
B.C releases housing targets for 10 municipalities
British Columbia has issued provincial housing targets for the first 10 municipalities selected as part of the Housing Supply Act.

















