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Across Ontario, condominiums are growing in number, and they are now home to more than 1.5 million people.  Condo living means having a shared interest in the well-being of your community. For a prospective buyer, a licensed, responsible, and accountable professional whose focus is on protecting their assets and home should be an invaluable resource and support for condo living.  For Realtors, having behind-the-scenes information can help instill trust in the process of owning a condominium and living in one. Insights into condominium management can be key to helping Realtors guide their clients toward informed and confident decisions.   The…

August represented one of the weaker months this year for housing starts, according to the latest data from the Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation (CMHC). At the national level, the total monthly seasonally adjusted annual rate (SAAR) of starts fell 16% last month, compared to a 4% increase in July. This marks the largest SAAR decline so far this year and puts the metric well below the six-month trend in housing starts, which increased 1.6% to 267,259 units in August. CMHC’s Deputy Chief Economist, Kevin Hughes, says this gap is notable. “If sustained, this adjustment in the level of housing…

Canadian governments are borrowing like a pandemic just broke out—and banks are snapping up the debt at historic levels. Statistics Canada (StatCan) data shows net issuance of government securities surged in Q2 2025, marking the biggest quarter since pandemic supports peaked. More concerning: domestic banks are absorbing the demand, a pattern rarely seen outside of looming credit risk events. The buying spree may lower short-term borrowing costs, but it’s likely fueling the record capital flight now undermining long-term growth prospects. Canadian Government Borrowing Surges To Highest Since Pandemic Canadian government net issuance: Quarterly change in total government debt raised through…

What’s Happening? If you’ve been anywhere near a “For Sale” sign in Newfoundland and Labrador lately, you already know something big is happening. Our housing market isn’t just “strong.” It’s breaking records like a rookie who suddenly discovered steroids. Six months straight of climbing prices, bidding wars, and buyers wondering if they should just camp out in a seller’s driveway with a suitcase of cash. So what’s really going on here? Let’s break it down, plain and simple. Related: 5 Underrated Cities in Newfoundland and Labrador You Should Visit  The Numbers Don’t Lie Benchmark single-family home price (July 2025): $333,200…

When she heard about a project that would build tiny homes and help veterans “who served our country, lost their way and have ended up on city streets,” Gail Power says she was touched. The sales representative with Sutton Group Masters Brokerage in Kingston, ON, had to get involved. Now, four years later, Power remains as committed, if not more, and enthusiastic about the Homes For Heroes Foundation (H4HF) Kingston Village cause.  “Our committee worked together on three Ride for Refuge events, garage sales, bake sales, a sign rider program which brought in over $200,000, plus Jackie Blakney and Re/Max…

In the heart of Picton, just steps from Main Street, an iconic heritage home has been reimagined for modern living — without sacrificing any of its historic soul. Known as the Bigg/Strong House and dating back to 1900, this Queen Anne beauty at 29 Queen Street is a rare blend of architectural character and contemporary sophistication.From the outside, the home channels Victorian grandeur with its stately form and historic detailing. Step inside, however, and you’ll discover an interior that has been thoughtfully transformed — a seamless union of light-filled spaces, preserved period elements, and sleek modern finishes.The residence offers five…

Canada’s housing market kept its recovery streak alive in August 2025. Buyers and sellers continued to return, with 40,257 homes changing hands—a 1.9% increase from last year. It marked the fifth month in a row of growth, pushing national sales activity up 12.5% since March and reinforcing the sense that the market is steadily finding its balance. While the Greater Toronto Area posted a modest decline, momentum was driven by stronger results in Montreal, Greater Vancouver, and Ottawa, signaling a shift in leadership away from Canada’s largest market. Sales activity continued its steady climb, new listings gave buyers more options,…

Fifth straight monthly sales gain results in strongest August since 2021 August brought another small but steady increase in national home sales, extending a rebound that’s been building momentum since the spring, according to the latest report from the Canadian Real Estate Association (CREA). With five straight months of price gains, housing activity is showing signs of sustained stability, even as regional trends shift and supply levels begin to balance out.  Monthly sales see a modest climb Home sales across Canadian MLS® Systems edged up by 1.1% in August 2025, marking the fifth month in a row of rising activity.…

Don’t miss out—join us online for REM’s monthly market breakdown on Sept. 23 at 2 PM ET. REM, columnist Daniel Foch will analyze CREA’s latest stats, regional variations and what shifting sentiment means for Realtors—register here.   The headlines heralding a rebound in Canadian housing carry a familiar air of triumphalism.  August marked the fifth consecutive month of sales gains, edging national transactions 1.1 per cent higher on a seasonally adjusted basis and bringing cumulative activity since March to 12.5 per cent. It was the strongest August since 2021. Yet such framing obscures a more sobering reality. Even after half…

Master-planned communities (MPCs) have increasingly become more than just clusters of homes. They are emerging as holistic ecosystems that integrate sustainable practices, technological advancements, and thoughtfully designed public spaces. Developers are responding to a growing demand for environmentally responsible, resilient, and socially engaging communities, blending innovation with long-term planning. This evolution reflects a broader societal shift toward sustainable urban growth and well-being. Climate Resilience and Adaptive Design Climate change has forced MPCs to rethink design from the ground up. Flood-prone areas are now addressed through elevated structures and innovative drainage systems, while regions susceptible to wildfires or extreme weather adopt…