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Each month, REM shares brokerage expansions and conversions, leadership appointments and other key industry moves. Have an announcement to share? Email your news to [email protected] by the 26th of each month, and don’t forget to include a photo! Leadership moves Re/Max Twin City adds to leadership team Re/Max Twin City Realty has appointed Brian Santos as managing broker for its Waterloo, Ont., and New Hamburg, Ont., offices. Santos brings 17 years of experience to the role, including as a past president of the Kitchener-Waterloo Association of Realtors and two-term director at Ontario Real Estate Association (OREA). He is…
A snazzy new two-tower, high-rise development is headed for the High Park North neighbourhood of Toronto that could deliver over 870 new rental units within walking distance of Keele Station. The proposal was submitted by Elysium Investments in early-September and comprises an Official Plan and Zoning By-law Amendment application for a 41- and 39-storey building with a shared six-storey podium.If approved, the development would replace 11 single-detached homes located just north of High Park. Addressed as 26-36 Mountview Avenue and 21-29 Oakmount Road, the proposed site sits just northwest of the Bloor Street West and Keele Street intersection. The site…
As fall approaches, it’s the perfect time to plan some energizing weekend getaways from Toronto. It’s a chance to soak in the beautiful views, enjoy a change of pace, and watch the leaves change colour in scenic small towns. Everyone deserves a little escape, so here are 5 stunning weekend getaways just a short drive from the city. Jump ahead: Elora: Where History Meets Art Distance: 1 hour 50 minutes (115km west via ON-401) Elora is just as beautiful as its name suggests. The village is known for its natural scenery and historic architecture. It’s also a hub for art…
Minimalism has long been a staple in interior design, but today’s take is warmer, softer, and more personal. While “minimalist” once conjured images of cold, clinical spaces and stark modern lines, the style has evolved – now embracing comfort, texture, and lived-in character. Ready to simplify your space without sacrificing comfort or personality? Here’s how you can achieve a minimalist look that feels intentional, inviting, and uniquely yours. Table of contents What is minimalist interior design? The rise of warm minimalism in 2025 Declutter with purpose Use a neutral colour palette Lighting ideas for minimalist spaces Curved and functional furnishings…
A coalition of B.C. municipalities, housing organizations and community groups is calling on the provincial government to establish a permanent housing policy roundtable. Announced on Monday, the call for action follows a resolution passed by the Union of BC Municipalities (UBCM). The motion, brought forward by the North Central Local Government Association, urges the province to create a standing body that brings together: local governments Indigenous housing organizations market and non-market housing groups academic experts provincial and federal housing officials The goal is to support collaborative, evidence-based housing policy that reflects the needs of communities across the province, advocates say.…
Fall is now in swing, and with the new season, some in real and estate and development across BC are settling into new roles. In fact, September brought a host of new hirings and promotions, including some high-level executive moves, such as Darren Tangen starting as the President of Westbank and Erin Elliott joining Conwest Developments as Chief Financial Officer.The month also brought moves in government, across brokerages, and in finance.Here are all the people who were hired or received promotions in BC in last month.Development and Construction:Darren Tangen has been named President of Westbank.Erin Elliott has joined Conwest Developments…
Realtors often measure success in deals and awards. But too many discover that hitting those milestones comes at the expense of their health, relationships, or happiness. That’s where Braden Wheatcroft offers a different perspective. As a broker-owner of multiple Re/Max offices on Vancouver Island and a longtime coach with Richard Robbins International, he has helped launch the careers of more than 200 agents. His message: growth is good, but only if it supports the life you want to live. In his conversation on The Leads Are Sht Podcast*, Wheatcroft laid out frameworks and practical advice for building a sustainable business.…
It’s full speed ahead for the new Vancouver Art Gallery building slated for 181 West Georgia Street, at the intersection of Cambie and W Georgia streets. On Monday morning, Formline Architecture + Urbanism and KPMB Architects were unveiled as the team that will lead the design of the new purpose-built building, which will replace a parking lot and former sports field known as Larwill Park. “Selected from proposals submitted by 14 leading Canadian firms, this decision marks an important milestone in the Gallery’s renewed vision to create a destination for art and culture that reflects the diversity of its audiences,”…
Slow is smooth, and smooth is fast? Statistics Canada (Stat Can) data shows population growth continued to slow in Q3 2025, hitting its lowest rate since growth was physically restricted in 2021. That’s raised concerns over economic momentum, but it’s misplaced. Even if Canada drifts through the rest of the 2020s at a lockdown pace, it’s still on track for the fastest decade of growth since the ’80s. Canadian Population Growth Is Slowing—But Far From Slow Canada’s population growth is decelerating, but it’s nowhere near slow. The country added an estimated 47,098 people (+0.11% q/q) in Q3 2025, pushing the…
While some modest price relief has emerged at the national level, Alberta continues to show strong seller-leaning conditions. According to the National Bank Housing Affordability Monitor report, Calgary homeowners now need to allocate 40.3% of their income toward a mortgage on a median-priced home, which is significantly higher than the city’s long-term average of 36%. Edmonton, by comparison, remains closer to historical norms, with affordability at 30.1% in Q2 2025 versus a long-term average of 29.6%. To get a clearer picture of current conditions, we analyzed August 2025 data from local real estate boards, focusing on the sales-to-new-listings ratio (SNLR)…