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Ontario universities have long faced funding challenges, and public underfunding and domestic tuition freezes tend to lead to a reliance on pricier international student tuitions. But as international student numbers dwindle due to the implementation of lower immigration targets, universities must find innovative ways to boost revenue — while continuing to deliver world-class services to their students and communities. One asset institutions are increasingly using to provide an avenue for long-term resilience and revenue is land. More specifically, developing institutionally owned lands in a transit-oriented, mixed-use fashion that promotes investment from a diverse array of industries. Enter: innovation districts. Amit…

Canadians aren’t just sending money abroad—they’re sending themselves. Statistics Canada (StatCan) data shows emigration climbed again in Q2 2025, setting a record for Canadians permanently leaving over a 12-month period. The steady climb underscores Canada’s failure to compete, as more talent and capital head for greener pastures.  Emigration and Why You Should Care Emigration is when a Canadian leaves permanently. People leave for many reasons, but rising and persistent outflows are a red flag signaling a lack of opportunity. At its core, this is about Canada failing to compete globally. The first to leave are usually prime-age, skilled workers with…

QUICK HITS Thirteen per cent of Canadian adults are working towards their first residential property purchase within the next two years; a majority of them plan to buy in the next 12 to 24 months More than half (53 per cent) of first-time buyers plan to put at least 20 per cent down on their purchase; while 39 per cent will not Forty one per cent of first-time buyers say they will receive financial assistance from family or friends, while 51 per cent will not Single-family detached properties remain the most popular housing type among first-time buyers Finding a home…

While Canadian real estate continues to provide value, diversifying internationally provides not just geographical balance, but also access to high-growth markets that behave differently from Canada’s. The Dominican Republic (DR) has emerged as one of the most accessible and profitable places to do this, offering a blend of strong fundamentals, investor protections, and straightforward processes that make it far less daunting than many other foreign markets. This simplicity and transparency are key reasons I started investing in DR personally. Diversify Into an International, Tourism-Driven Market with Consistent Demand Tourism is the engine of the Dominican economy, and its resilience directly…

Condo developers are responding to a challenging market with innovative projects that prioritize end-user experience and long-term value. Increasingly, buyers want homes that emphasize wellness, outdoor access, and new lifestyle amenities — and forward-looking developers are leading that shift.Geothermal heating and cooling systems are emerging as a strategic tool in that process — delivering expected sustainability benefits while unlocking a range of new opportunities for design innovation and livability.The Saw Whet, a six-storey mid-rise in South Oakville, by Caivan Communities and designed by Kirkor Architects & Planners, exemplifies this new approach. Originally planned with a green roof, the project team…

Rui Alves, whose now-defunct iPro Realty Ltd. is under investigation for a $10.5-millon trust account scandal, insists the missing money was used to keep the floundering brokerage afloat, not enrich him personally.  “The suggestion that millions of dollars was diverted for our personal use is false,” he said in a written statement, first reported on by the Toronto Star and obtained by Real Estate Magazine. The co-founder of the collapsed brokerage admits to “serious mistakes” and says he has regrets for the “chaos” caused to industry peers, iPro’s former agents and consumers.  He owns up to using trust account funds,…

Along North Saanich’s storied Lands End Road lies a property that perfectly captures the essence of West Coast luxury. The striking steel-and-concrete residence that is 1580 Lands End Road sits on 1.59 acres of private land, boasting over 600 feet of ocean frontage and uninterrupted views that stretch from Mount Baker to the Gulf Islands. Both bold and serene, it’s a home designed to frame the drama of the Pacific while offering a peaceful retreat from the everyday.From the moment you enter, the setting takes centre stage. Floor-to-ceiling windows welcome in the ocean’s expanse, while playful porthole accents nod to…

The following is the text from the undertaking agreement signed on Aug. 8 by iPro Realty Ltd. principals Fedele Colucci and Rui Alves, and Joseph Richer, former Real Estate Council of Ontario registrar. The agreement is contained within RECO’s motion record filed with the Ontario Superior Court of Justice, which can be found here.   WHEREAS Fedele Colucci is registered as a broker under the Trust in Real Estate Services Act, 2002 is the broker of record, an officer and a shareholder of iPro Realty Ltd.; WHEREAS Rui Alves is registered as a broker under TRESA and is an officer…

Despite securing Council approvals for the site in October 2021, Fiera Real Estate has reworked its plans for 1075 Bay Street in downtown Toronto, according to new planning documents from mid-August. The site, which is on the southeast corner of Bay and Mary streets, just a ten-minute walk from the Royal Ontario Museum, has been occupied by a 13-storey office building since 1976.If Fiera’s proposal is realized, the unassuming mid-rise will be replaced with a sleek 62-storey skyscraper — one that will fit in well with the heavily windowed high-rises that are increasingly cropping up in the city’s core —…

Canada’s population slowdown hasn’t trimmed home prices nearly as much as rumoured. Canadian Real Estate Association (CREA) data shows the national benchmark is down sharply, but only two provinces have seen real corrections as of August. The other eight hit all-time highs within the past year—six of them in the past quarter. Are these markets immune or just late to the downturn?   Canadian Real Estate Prices Near Record Highs In 8 Provinces Canadian real estate prices: Percent change in the benchmark home price from peak to August 2025, by province and nationally. Source: CREA; Better Dwelling.  The price of a…