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People

Marvin Teperman Leaves A Lasting Legacy In City-Building

​​The Teperman name has been synonymous with demolition – and subsequent city-shaping – for ever a century.

Policy

"No Government Is Doing Enough": Provinces Score Badly On Housing Report Cards

The Report Card on More and Better Housing, which grades provincial and federal governments on their progress relative to the 140 policy recommendations made by the Task Force for Housing & Climate, has just been released.

Cottage Country

"Overdue": Wasaga Beach Is Getting A $38M Makeover

The Ontario government will invest nearly $38 million to build Destination Wasaga, set to be a premier tourist destination with beaches, a revitalized downtown, and refreshed historic sites.

Real Estate News

The New Florida? Where Canadian Snowbirds Can Consider Landing Next Year

The country's current 'elbows-up' culture ​has many who fly south for the winter reconsidering where they should spend their time – and their money.

Real Estate News

It Now Takes About 6 Years For Canadians To Save For A Downpayment

The latest Desjardins Affordability Index (DAI) highlights the ongoing affordability struggles in Canada's housing market.

Policy

Can The Rebirth Of A '70s-Era Government Incentive Really Help The Housing Crisis?

The '70s are back in fashion, and with them is the possible reintroduction of the Multiple Unit Rental Building (MURB) program, as the Liberals advocate to bring it back.

Policy

Ontario Introduces Bill To Standardize DCs, Streamline Approvals

The proposed legislation comes days before the Ford government tables its budget on Thursday.

Real Estate News

“Outliers Of Greater Stability": Toronto Area Sees Uptick In Ultra-Luxury Sales

High-end homes in low-inventory areas like Rosedale, Forest Hill, and Leslieville are selling fast, and off-market sales over $10 million are rising due to sellers' preference for privacy.

Real Estate News

Why Housing Remains One Of Canada's Biggest Election Issues

Despite the onslaught of distractions and repercussions coming from south of the border, housing remains a leading federal election topic.