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After a wave of rapid expansion, Canada’s condominium market is facing a dramatic reversal, as a glut of unsold inventory and a sharp retreat by investors have triggered a sector-wide slowdown. A report from the Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation in June found that condominium apartment sales in Toronto have dropped 75 per cent from 2022 to the first quarter of 2025. In Vancouver, condo sales have dropped 37 per cent for the same period, according to the report. Condos built to invest in – not to live in Meanwhile, a report from data firm CoStar Group found that…
Dundarave stands out as one of West Vancouver’s most desirable neighbourhoods, not just for its setting, but for its balance of stability and access. Positioned where the North Shore mountains meet the ocean, it offers uninterrupted shoreline views, walkability, and a tight-knit commercial strip that has resisted the homogenization seen elsewhere. Marine Drive remains anchored by independent cafés, restaurants, and grocers, giving the area a distinct identity. Residents are drawn to the combination of quiet, low-density streets and direct access to both downtown Vancouver and the region’s top outdoor recreation destinations. Strict zoning regulations and a strong culture of neighbourhood…
Toronto’s real estate market has seen massive shifts over the last decade. From million-dollar milestones to market cool-downs, here are the big things you need to know if you’ve been watching (or wishing you’d bought in) since 2015. 1. Toronto home prices nearly doubled in 10 years In 2015, the average cost of buying a home in Toronto was $623,531. Fast forward to mid 2025, and that figure is projected to hover around $1.1 million, a staggering 77% surge over just a decade. Even with recent dips and market corrections, Toronto continues to hold its title as one of Canada’s…
There is a quiet revolution unfolding at the heart of Canada’s housing system — not on the skyline, but on the balance sheet of its most influential insurer, Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation (CMHC).For decades, CMHC had been the invisible hand helping Canadians buy homes. It backed buyers, stabilized lenders, and injected liquidity into the market when confidence wavered. But as revealed in its 2024 annual report, that hand has shifted. Much like our European counterparts, who have seen decades of declining homeownership in favour of institutional rental housing development, CMHC has begun lifting a different pillar of the housing…
Nearly one hundred years ago, Toronto was supposed to get its own version of New York’s Rockefeller Center in the form of a 37-storey retail tower in the city’s core, set to be fitted with the Art Deco style that dominated the architectural world of the 1920s. But when the Great Depression hindered development, architects Ross & Macdonald’s vision was reduced to a seven-storey podium — until now.On Tuesday, GWL Realty Advisors (GWLRA) revealed plans to redevelop the historic building with a three-tower mixed-use complex that would preserve the existing building and deliver a “reimagined” public realm. The 96-, 75-,…
Time for your cheat sheet on this week’s top stories. Canadian Real Estate How Canada’s Slowing Population Growth Is Fixing The Job Market Canada was warned that slowing population growth would hurt its economy—but it might be helping. Its rising unemployment rate wasn’t the result of job losses, but the inability for the market to create them fast enough. The balance of population growth to job creation is now much better, after returning to historical immigration targets, which were robust and manageable. A significant job deficit still remains, but policymakers are moving in the right direction. As long as they…
This article was written and submitted by Richard Witt, an architect and principal at BDP Quadrangle where he tries to fill every half empty glass.Niccolò Machiavelli famously said, “Never waste a good crisis” — a sentiment also often (though apocryphally) attributed to Winston Churchill. The core idea is the same: crises, for all their disruption, are also moments of immense opportunity. They strip away illusions, expose systemic flaws, and force us to re-evaluate long-held assumptions. And if there is any local crisis ripe for examination — and perhaps, transformation — it is the current state of the Toronto housing market.The…
A true rarity on Boshkung Lake, a newly listed Haliburton Highlands estate is the kind of property that surfaces once in a generation — if that.Tucked away at the end of a winding lane and surrounded by more than 100 acres of forested privacy, 1141 Nu-Ne Lane presents a distinctive pairing of luxury waterfront living and premium equestrian infrastructure. From a 70×140 indoor riding arena and multiple paddocks, through to pristine lake frontage and a show-stopping custom home, the offering is as dynamic as it is distinguished.At the centre of the estate is a sprawling, nearly-7,000 sq.-ft residence that feels…
When the sun’s out and the days are long, there’s no better way to spend a summer weekend than escaping to one of the many lakes close to Edmonton. The best part about these lakes is that they are just a short drive from the city. From lively beach towns to peaceful hidden gems, there’s a lake for every type of outdoor lover. Here’s our guide to the best lakes close to Edmonton for swimming, boating, and weekend escapes. Wabamun Lake Driving Distance from Edmonton: About 45 minutes to 1 hour west Wabamun Lake is one of the most versatile…
If you’ve ever wished you could live among the trees without giving up the skyline — or be steps from a farmer’s market and still catch the CN Tower from your terrace — this Roncesvalles condo might just check all your boxes.Tucked into a mid-rise building just off Roncesvalles Avenue, Suite 618 at 38 Howard Park Avenue delivers the kind of lifestyle balance you don’t often see in Toronto condos. It’s not a sky-high tower, nor a heritage walk-up — but something smart in between: a contemporary, design-forward residence that actually feels grounded in its neighbourhood. Not to mention it’s…