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EV tax framed as fairness for Alberta road users

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EV tax framed as fairness for Alberta road users

Among arguments for a new tax, the Alberta government claims electric vehicles "cause more wear and tear on provincial roadways" than their counterparts with combustion engines.
Alberta aims to entice skilled labour from afar

Construction Business

Alberta aims to entice skilled labour from afar

The 2024-25 Alberta budget promises a one-time $5,000 refundable tax credit for workers in designated occupations who relocate to the province this year.
TSSA

CondoBusiness

New levy coming at Alberta land titles registry

A straightforward charge of $5 per $5,000 of value of transferred property and mortgage registration will come into effect to replace the current fee schedule for registering land titles.

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First student residence underway at Douglas College

Construction has started on one of British Columbia's largest capital investments in student housing and the first ever residence at Douglas College.
McElhanney

Canadian Property Management

Real estate leadership team gels at Fengate

Fengate Asset Management’s real estate leadership team now includes Jaime McKenna, newly promoted to president, alongside Alison Kimmell and Colin Catherwood as new managing directors.
Urban trekkers not in the mood to spend

Canadian Property Management

Urban trekkers not in the mood to spend

Colliers Canada’s overview of foot traffic trends reveals that discount retailers, quick service restaurants and free attractions typically recorded the largest uptick in visitor volume in 2023.
Mission Unitaînés

Canadian Apartment Magazine

1,000 affordable housing units announced for Quebec

Canada and Quebec have joined forces with Mission Unitaînés to build 1,000 new social and affordable housing units for independent seniors.
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Canadian Property Management

B.C. budget promises cost relief measures

B.C.'s 2024 budget introduces a 12-month electricity rebate, estimated at 4.6 per cent of annual consumption costs, and a six-year pause on property transfer tax for new purpose-built rental housing, beginning in 2025.
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Residential builders unveil key asks ahead of federal budget

Ontario’s residential builders are hoping that the upcoming federal budget includes specific measures to address housing supply and affordability.
lease transfer law quebec

Canadian Apartment Magazine

Quebec adopts new lease transfer bill

The new law in Quebec will allow landlords to reject a lease transfer for any reason, putting more power back in the hands of landlords.
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International Repetitive Strain Injury Awareness Day set for February 29

As International Repetitive Strain Injury Awareness Day approaches, CCOHS is asking workplaces to be mindful of one of the leading causes of workplace injuries.
Ontario instructs LDCs on EV charging grid connections

Canadian Property Management

Ontario instructs LDCs on EV grid connections

New standardized protocol for connecting electric vehicle charging facilities to the power grid will introduce an optional free preliminary consultation for commercial/multifamily landlords and condo corporations.
rental housing construction

Canadian Apartment Magazine

BC launches BC Builds to amp up housing construction

The Province of BC has launched BC Builds, a new initiative to lower construction costs, speed up timelines, and deliver more affordable homes to middle-income people.
DEI

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Employees say DEI efforts from leaders are critical

Employees who took part in a new global survey say that having a diverse, equitable, and inclusive (DEI) workplace is important to them.
Nova Scotia

Canadian Apartment Magazine

Nova Scotia pledges modest housing spending

Nova Scotia announces it will build new public housing units with a 2024-25 funding commitment that equates to less than 1 per cent of the provincial capital plan.
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REMI Network

Plans for $800M luxury skyscraper in Toronto

Freed Developments has plans to construct a 60-plus storey skyscraper in Toronto complete with 100 five star luxury hotel rooms and 400 luxury condominiums that
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Canadian Apartment Magazine

CRA introduces new rule to deter property flipping

Canada has introduced a new rule for the 2023 taxation year that will impact property owners engaging in property flipping for capital gain.