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Development Projects
LJM Hamilton Tower Placed Under Creditor Protection Amid Company's Liquidity Crisis
LJM Developments completed the LJM Tower at 2782 Barton St E last year, but many buyers did not close on their presales. LJM has also defaulted on several other loans.
Feb 20, 2026
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.
Sold
Hyde Park Homes Purchases Berkeley Church, Cites Plans To Reopen Fall 2026
The venue’s parent company was placed under receivership in 2023, with almost $10.5 million owing to TD.
This Toronto Investment Firm Is Filling The Student Housing Gap
Known for finding fresh solutions to city-building challenges, Elysium has recognized an unmet need in the student housing sphere: affordable, high-quality accommodations located close to major post-secondary institutions.
Real Estate News
CREA: Winter Storms Suppress January Home Sales
“The monthly decline in national home sales was driven primarily by less activity in the Greater Golden Horseshoe and Southwestern Ontario, suggesting that the story was probably more about a historic winter storm than a downshift in demand,” said Shaun Cathcart, CREA’s Senior Economist.
Real Estate News
New (Free) Guide Shows Toronto Homeowners How To Tap Into ‘Missing Middle’
The guide is designed for those without a formal background in real estate development, but with an interest in densifying their own home or investment property.
Office
CIBC SQUARE’s Second Bay-And-Front Tower Reaches Full Lease-Up
Once occupied, 141 Bay Street will be home to organizations spanning institutional investment, banking and financial services, legal and professional services, and natural resources and mining.
Development Projects
Peterson Ups Burnaby Blake Village Project To 5,250 Units As Site Prep Begins
Peterson is revising the plan for 6800 Lougheed Highway after Burnaby introduced a new OCP and height-based development framework.
Renting
Rental Proving An Anchor In Canadian Real Estate For 2026
Activity on the ground shows rental housing isn’t slowing down. It's a realm of the real estate market that continues to resonate Canada-wide, month after month, in ways that suggest it’s here to stay.
Listed Commercial
Terracap, Great Gulf Move On From Long-Dormant King-Spadina Project
Over the years, they renovated the office and retail building at 401-409 King Street West, and later constructed a commercial building at 415 King Street West. The building was a longtime home to an LCBO before becoming home to Spirit Halloween and, more recently, the Toronto Night Market.
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."
Industry
Moving Day: January 2026 Industry Hires And Promotions
For your information, reference, and networking needs, here are the moves, hires, and promotions the real estate and development industry saw in January 2026.
Affordable Housing
Vancouver To Develop Affordable Multiplex Via Housing Design Catalogue, Federal Funds
The 12-unit project is set for 3122 SE Marine Drive, will cost $8.5 million, and will make use of both the Housing Accelerator Fund and Affordable Housing Innovation Fund.
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