British Columbia / Alberta
Policy
City Of Vancouver Introduces New Hotel Development Policy
Vancouver has a shortage of 10,000 hotel rooms according to Destination Vancouver and the City is looking to address that shortage with policy changes.
Apr 11, 2025
Development Projects
VHDO Planning 27-Storey Social Housing Tower On City-Owned Granville Loops Site
The social housing tower at 1395 Rolston Street is part of the larger Granville Loops redevelopment at the eastern end of Granville Bridge in Vancouver.
Development Projects
Victoria Evergreen Terrace Redevelopment By BC Housing To Include 900 Units
The existing Evergreen Terrace housing development sits on a 7.81-acre site along Blanshard Street between Bay Street and Hillside Avenue in Victoria.
Policy
'Actions Speak Louder Than Words': What Developers Expect From The Next Federal Government
Across the board, developers seem to be in agreement on one thing: regardless of which party gets elected on April 28, we will not see home construction pick up unless big changes are made to the status quo.
This $5.2M Lake Simcoe Retreat Is The Ultimate Four-Season Escape
Situated just an hour from Toronto on a quiet private road in Innisfil, this spectacular custom-built home offers more than a retreat: it delivers an immersive escape.
Economy
How A Weakened Canadian Dollar Impacts Commercial Real Estate
The Canadian dollar is lower now than it was a year ago, but that may not be a bad thing for commercial real estate.
Renting
National Average Rent Sees 6th Straight Annual Decline In March
While national average rent fell 2.8% year over year last month, rents increased on a month-over-month basis for the first time since September 2024.
Policy
The Federal Election Housing Ballot: Liberals Vs. Conservatives
In less than a month, Canadians will elect a new prime minister. Here's how the two most viable candidates for the job plan to tackle one of the nation's most pressing issues: the housing crisis.
Industry
Foreclosed Oak Keys Project By South Street In Vancouver Listed For Sale
South Street Development Group was planning a townhouse community at 851 W 28th Avenue in Vancouver, but the property is now subject to a court-ordered sale.
Multifamily
Boardwalk REIT Acquires Elbow 5 Eight Property In Calgary For $93M
The Elbow 5 Eight rental building is located at 730 58 Avenue SW in Calgary and was developed by Cove Properties.
Construction
Toronto Continues To Have Most Cranes In North America, Well Over Double Its Closest Competitor
Business as usual: Toronto continues to outstrip other major Canadian and American cities in its number of construction cranes by a landslide.
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.
Meet The Agent
Meet The Agent: Shali Tark, Heller Murch Realty
It's time to say "Hello" to Shali Tark, Heller Murch Realty, who focusses on Steveston and Richmond in British Columbia.
Industry
A Timeline Of Thind Properties And Its Insolvency
Thind Properties is currently facing insolvency proceedings on its District Northwest, Minoru Square, Highline Metrotown, Eclipse Brentwood, and Maywood projects.
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