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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.
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.
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.
REMI Network
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
REMI Network
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.
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.
REMI Network
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.
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.
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.
REMI Network
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.
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.
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
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.



















