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Our Next Political Leaders Must "Take A Serious Swing At The Housing Crisis"
With both provincial and federal elections looming, we can't lose sight of the fact we need to pick political leaders that are going to embrace bold new ideas and tackle the housing crunch.
Feb 14, 2025
Profiles
Inside The City Of Vancouver Housing Development Office With Director Brad Foster
After stints at BC Housing and TransLink, Brad Foster joined the City of Vancouver as Director of the Vancouver Housing Development Office (VHDO).
Construction
Metro Vancouver Proposing Extension Of DCC In-Stream Protection Period
Metro Vancouver is making the proposal in order to secure funding from the federal government's Canada Housing Infrastructure Fund.
Listed Commercial
Dimex Group 1289 Nicola Project In Vancouver Facing Receivership Sale
The project was being developed by Dimex Group at 1289 Nicola Street in Vancouver, near Sunset Beach.
Lions Bay Home With View Of Howe Sound Hits Market For $2.4M
The beautiful property sits at 170 Highview Place in the scenic community of Lions Bay in British Columbia.
Development Projects
Two 15-Storey Apartments Proposed Near Leaside LRT Station
Recently filed plans from Starbank Developments aim to redevelop a Mount Pleasant East retail plaza with two 15-storey apartment buildings offering 209 new units.
Appointment Notices
Sutton Group Appoints Antoni Wisniowski As Chief Technology Officer
The appointment to Chief Technology Officer represents a move to drive digital transformation and data transparency in Canada’s real estate sector.
Development Projects
Anthem Advances 45-Storey Tower For Phase Two Of South Yards In Burnaby
The second phase of South Yards by Anthem Properties is set for 4587 Juneau Street in Burnaby.
Taxes
Toronto Passes 6.9% Property Tax Hike, Turns Down Tariff Relief In 2025 Budget
The finalized 2025 budget is comprised of a $18.8-billion operating budget and $59.6-billion capital plan.
Policy
Are Declining Interest Rates Really The Key To A Real Estate Renaissance?
Interest rates are front and centre in conversations about the Canadian housing market. But are they the most important factor for a real estate revival?
Economy
OHBA Ready To "Minimize" Steel And Aluminum Tariff Impacts On Housing
The Ontario Home Builders’ Association (OHBA) says it will work with the province to minimize impacts of tariffs on residential construction after US President Donald Trump kicked Monday off by announcing his intent to reinstate tariffs on Canadian steel and aluminum.
Development Projects
Devron's 101 Spadina Grows From 39 To 50 Storeys
The height increase would allow for the inclusion of 77 additional dwelling units, bringing the total unit count up to 452.
Development Projects
Castlepoint Numa Ups Height On Junction Purpose-Built Rental
"The increase in density will support the delivery of additional rental housing and additional affordable housing."
Office
Foreclosed Surrey Westfield Business Centre Vacant For 26 Years Sold For $57M
The Westfield Business Centre at 14178 104 Avenue in Surrey was constructed in 1998, but has never been occupied.
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