Converting underused office buildings into residential units is emerging as a key topic in Canadian real estate and urban planning, as a means of addressing demand needs…
Year: 2025
Vancouver’s Policy Changes to Reduce Upfront Costs for Builders
Vancouver has introduced a series of financial and procedural reforms aimed at helping residential developments move forward amid tighter margins and rising costs. By changing how and..
Pangea Condos: Integrated Urban Living with Natural Access in Uptown Markham
Pangea Condos, developed by Times Group Corporation, is a new master-planned community located in the heart of Markham Centre, with occupancy set for October 2027. Designed to..
New Development Rules in Edmonton for Greenfield and Mid-Scale Properties
As of July 2025, the City of Edmonton introduced a set of new planning and building policies that reshape how development is expected to occur across its..
The Pros and Cons of Turnkey Properties
For Canadian investors, turnkey properties offer an enticing way to build rental income without the hassle of managing construction, staging, or lease-up logistics. These properties are renovated,..
Edmonton’s Pro-Development Policy Shift: 2025 Zoning and Planning Overhaul
n June 2025, the City of Edmonton introduced a suite of zoning and planning changes that show a transition to a more permissive, development-forward urban policy model…
Pros and Cons of Investing in Pre-Construction Properties
Purchasing pre-construction real estate has become a popular investment strategy in many housing markets across North America. With promises of price appreciation, flexible financing and early access..
City of Waterloo Expected to Launch Grant Program in Fall 2025 to Encourage Additional Residential Units
The City of Waterloo has approved a new grant program set to launch in Fall 2025, aimed at increasing the development of Additional Residential Units (ARUs) across..
Multi-Family Investing in Calgary: A 2025 Guide
Calgary’s multi-family market in 2025 is being reshaped by two forces: increased new construction and broad zoning reforms that have opened up many previously restricted neighbourhoods to..
Ontario’s New Tarion Rules Signal Tighter Compliance and Risk Controls for Builders and Buyers
Ontario’s new home warranty authority, Tarion, is making a regulatory shift impacting buyers, builders, and developers in the province. Starting January 1, 2026, Tarion will require purchasers..