Prairies 2025 CRE Trends in Multifamily, Industrial, and More: Growth in Alberta, Stability in Saskatchewan, and Evolution in Manitoba
The Prairie provinces are each seeing different trends in commercial real estate, according to June REMAX reports. These differences are driven by varying levels of population growth, infrastructure spending, policy changes, and sector-specific performance. While Alberta leads in terms of investor activity and asset diversification, Saskatchewan continues to show surprising resilience in a h...
Calgary Real Estate Trends: Predictions and Insights for 2025
As Calgary moves into the second half of 2025, its residential housing market is shifting gears. The conditions of 2023 and 2024, which were marked by record-low inventory, double-digit price growth, and intense bidding competition, have given way to a more balanced environment and new opportunities to buy. New listings have grown compared to last […]
Seasonal Maintenance Calendars: Preparing Your Toronto Rental for Spring and Summer
Proactive maintenance in spring and summer not only prevents costly emergencies but also enhances tenant satisfaction and protects your investment. In Toronto’s variable climate, where spring storms can clog gutters and sudden heatwaves stress HVAC systems, having a clear, calendar-driven plan ensures you stay ahead of issues. Spring and Summer Maintenance Checklist 1. HVAC Tune-Up […...
Toronto Seeks Private Development Partners for Queen-Spadina Project: One Phase in Ontario’s Broader High-Density, Transit-Led Growth Strategy
The Ontario government is launching a competitive open market process to bring a new Transit-Oriented Community (TOC) to life at Queen-Spadina. As of June 10, Infrastructure Ontario is seeking private-sector partners to build two residential towers integrated with the future Ontario Line station, delivering new homes, jobs, retail space, and public amenities directly connected to […]
How to Find the Right Tenants
Finding the right tenant (or tenants) for your investment property is essential for maintaining steady rental income and minimizing issues. It involves thorough screening while following anti-discrimination laws. What Can You Ask Prospective Tenants? Consult a legal professional or landlord association to get informed about relevant rental laws and best practices. Questions you can ask [R...
Toronto Announces Citywide Zoning Reforms and Intensification Plans Aimed at Increasing Housing: What’s Changing and How It Could Reshape Housing
Announced in June, Toronto is taking major steps to address its housing supply crisis, pushing forward a suite of planning reforms that open the door to significant new residential development in low-rise neighbourhoods, along key transit corridors, and on existing apartment sites. These measures, approved by the City’s Planning and Housing Committee, are designed to […]
What Renovation Trends Reveal About Canadians’ Housing Priorities
As Canada’s housing market continues to evolve, so too do the priorities of its homeowners. The 2025 Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation (CMHC) Mortgage Consumer Survey offers fresh insight into what Canadians value in their homes, and the renovation trends paint a compelling picture of a population actively reshaping their living spaces to meet new […]
Saskatchewan Housing Market Holds Strong as Prices Reach New Highs, Rents Rise, and Employment Grows
Saskatchewan’s real estate market continues to outperform national trends, showing notable resilience in the face of economic uncertainty. While home sales in May 2025 dipped slightly compared to the near-record activity of the previous year, they remain well above historical norms. Tight supply conditions are driving record-breaking prices across the province, including in nearly a […]