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Crestpoint Buys 145 Wellington For $50.8M, Site Slated For H&R REIT Tower

H&R REIT announced the sale of 145 Wellington Street West in November as part of $1.5 billion in dispositions, but did not disclose individual sale prices.

Retail

For Shopping Malls, Is Yorkdale’s “Snobbery” Simply A Sign Of The Times?

In a court ruling on February 9, Justice Jessica Kimmel blocked Fairweather-owned brand Les Ailes de la Mode from moving into Yorkdale’s former Hudson’s Bay Company real estate. And from a brand perspective, the decision tracks.

Real Estate News

BC Raises Taxes, Adjusts Housing Investments, And Partners With Build Canada Homes

The partnership between the federal and provincial governments will see Build Canada Homes contribute $170 million, and BC Housing contribute $640 million.

Real Estate News

Eric Lombardi 'More Than Likely' To Cement Run For Ontario Liberal Party Leader: Q&A

"Ontario can do much better. It should be doing much better. And there's no reason why the next 25 years need to feel like the stagnation of the last 25. We really need a mindset change in this province. We can lead the world."

Rental Is Having A Moment, And This Firm Is Building For It

Now, as demand for rental housing intensifies, Hazelview is ready to continue building — at scale, with impact, and with the conviction that comes from being prepared.

Economy

End Of An (Easing) Era? Some Economists Warn Of BoC Hikes

The Canadian economy is acclimating to tariffs, and the Bank of Canada has room to nudge the policy rate if need be.

Economy

Bank Of Canada Holds Interest Rate Steady In First 2026 Announcement

Today's decision leaves the policy interest rate at 2.25%, as many major Canadian banks and economists expected.

REITs & Institutions

Public REITs Could Be Poised For A 2026 Comeback: Hazelview

According to a new Outlook Report by Hazelview, 2026 could mark a meaningful shift for an asset class that’s spent much of the decade on the back foot.

Finance

Here's The Bank Of Canada's Rate Announcement Schedule For 2026

This is your quick guide for the BoC's interest rate announcement schedule through 2026 — plus projections from major banks and industry insiders.

Finance

Newly Launched Financing Model Makes It Easier To Access Your Home Equity

The Home Equity Partners Inc. has debuted a HESA model in Canada, giving GTA homeowners the opportunity to access flexible financing by tapping into their home’s value. The best part? It doesn't involve taking on debilitating debt.

REITs & Institutions

Minto Group, Crestpoint Strike $2.3B Deal To Take Minto Apartment REIT Private

The combined platform will concentrate on major Canadian markets, including Toronto, Vancouver, Calgary, Montreal, Ottawa, Victoria, Halifax, and select GTA-adjacent areas.

Taxes

Toronto Could Face Higher Property Taxes As Feds Cut Refugee Support

The City's Canada-Ontario Housing Benefit allocation is being slashed by 60%, while funding through the Interim Housing Assistance Program will cover only 26% of this year's projected spend on sheltering asylum seekers.

The Oakville Place shopping centre at 240 Leighland Ave in Oakville, Ontario.

Retail

RioCan Bids $141M To Buy Out Hudson's Bay JV From Georgian Mall, Oakville Place

RioCan contributed 50% stakes in the Georgian Mall and Oakville Place to the joint venture it formed with Hudson's Bay in 2015 and is now taking full ownership.

Finance

Crestpoint Buys 145 Wellington For $50.8M, Site Slated For H&R REIT Tower

H&R REIT announced the sale of 145 Wellington Street West in November as part of $1.5 billion in dispositions, but did not disclose individual sale prices.

For Shopping Malls, Is Yorkdale’s “Snobbery” Simply A Sign Of The Times?

In a court ruling on February 9, Justice Jessica Kimmel blocked Fairweather-owned brand Les Ailes de la Mode from moving into Yorkdale’s former Hudson’s Bay Company real estate. And from a brand perspective, the decision tracks.

BC Raises Taxes, Adjusts Housing Investments, And Partners With Build Canada Homes

The partnership between the federal and provincial governments will see Build Canada Homes contribute $170 million, and BC Housing contribute $640 million.

Eric Lombardi 'More Than Likely' To Cement Run For Ontario Liberal Party Leader: Q&A

"Ontario can do much better. It should be doing much better. And there's no reason why the next 25 years need to feel like the stagnation of the last 25. We really need a mindset change in this province. We can lead the world."

Rental Is Having A Moment, And This Firm Is Building For It

Now, as demand for rental housing intensifies, Hazelview is ready to continue building — at scale, with impact, and with the conviction that comes from being prepared.

End Of An (Easing) Era? Some Economists Warn Of BoC Hikes

The Canadian economy is acclimating to tariffs, and the Bank of Canada has room to nudge the policy rate if need be.

Bank Of Canada Holds Interest Rate Steady In First 2026 Announcement

Today's decision leaves the policy interest rate at 2.25%, as many major Canadian banks and economists expected.

Public REITs Could Be Poised For A 2026 Comeback: Hazelview

According to a new Outlook Report by Hazelview, 2026 could mark a meaningful shift for an asset class that’s spent much of the decade on the back foot.

Here's The Bank Of Canada's Rate Announcement Schedule For 2026

This is your quick guide for the BoC's interest rate announcement schedule through 2026 — plus projections from major banks and industry insiders.

Newly Launched Financing Model Makes It Easier To Access Your Home Equity

The Home Equity Partners Inc. has debuted a HESA model in Canada, giving GTA homeowners the opportunity to access flexible financing by tapping into their home’s value. The best part? It doesn't involve taking on debilitating debt.

Minto Group, Crestpoint Strike $2.3B Deal To Take Minto Apartment REIT Private

The combined platform will concentrate on major Canadian markets, including Toronto, Vancouver, Calgary, Montreal, Ottawa, Victoria, Halifax, and select GTA-adjacent areas.

Toronto Could Face Higher Property Taxes As Feds Cut Refugee Support

The City's Canada-Ontario Housing Benefit allocation is being slashed by 60%, while funding through the Interim Housing Assistance Program will cover only 26% of this year's projected spend on sheltering asylum seekers.

RioCan Bids $141M To Buy Out Hudson's Bay JV From Georgian Mall, Oakville Place

RioCan contributed 50% stakes in the Georgian Mall and Oakville Place to the joint venture it formed with Hudson's Bay in 2015 and is now taking full ownership.

Bank Of Canada Cuts Interest Rate To 2.50% After Three Consecutive Holds

This follows three consecutive holds from the central bank in April, June, and July.

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Finance

H&R REIT announced the sale of 145 Wellington Street West in November as part of $1.5 billion in dispositions, but did not disclose individual sale prices.

In a court ruling on February 9, Justice Jessica Kimmel blocked Fairweather-owned brand Les Ailes de la Mode from moving into Yorkdale’s former Hudson’s Bay Company real estate. And from a brand perspective, the decision tracks.

​The partnership between the federal and provincial governments will see Build Canada Homes contribute $170 million, and BC Housing contribute $640 million.

​"Ontario can do much better. It should be doing much better. And there's no reason why the next 25 years need to feel like the stagnation of the last 25. We really need a mindset change in this province. We can lead the world."

Now, as demand for rental housing intensifies, Hazelview is ready to continue building — at scale, with impact, and with the conviction that comes from being prepared.

​The Canadian economy is acclimating to tariffs, and the Bank of Canada has room to nudge the policy rate if need be.

Today's decision leaves the policy interest rate at 2.25%, as many major Canadian banks and economists expected.

According to a new Outlook Report by Hazelview, 2026 could mark a meaningful shift for an asset class that’s spent much of the decade on the back foot.

This is your quick guide for the BoC's interest rate announcement schedule through 2026 — plus projections from major banks and industry insiders.

The Home Equity Partners Inc. has debuted a HESA model in Canada, giving GTA homeowners the opportunity to access flexible financing by tapping into their home’s value. The best part? It doesn't involve taking on debilitating debt.

The combined platform will concentrate on major Canadian markets, including Toronto, Vancouver, Calgary, Montreal, Ottawa, Victoria, Halifax, and select GTA-adjacent areas.

The City's Canada-Ontario Housing Benefit allocation is being slashed by 60%, while funding through the Interim Housing Assistance Program will cover only 26% of this year's projected spend on sheltering asylum seekers.

RioCan contributed 50% stakes in the Georgian Mall and Oakville Place to the joint venture it formed with Hudson's Bay in 2015 and is now taking full ownership.

​This follows three consecutive holds from the central bank in April, June, and July.

All rights reserved SiteMedia © 2026.

The partnership between the federal and provincial governments will see Build Canada Homes contribute $170 million, and BC Housing contribute $640 million.

"Ontario can do much better. It should be doing much better. And there's no reason why the next 25 years need to feel like the stagnation of the last 25. We really need a mindset change in this province. We can lead the world."

The Canadian economy is acclimating to tariffs, and the Bank of Canada has room to nudge the policy rate if need be.

This follows three consecutive holds from the central bank in April, June, and July.