The Design District in Hamilton Mixed-use projects are no longer experiments on the edges of planning policy; they are the centrepiece of how cities and suburbs are..
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Canadian Housing Starts Show Long-Term Strength Despite Slower Activity in August
Canada’s housing market displayed mixed signals in August. While the longer-term six-month trend in housing starts rose 1.6% to 267,259 units, reflecting steady underlying demand, the monthly..
Evaluating Tenant Mix: What Makes a Multi-Use Property Thriving?
The right tenant mix can be the difference between a thriving community and a struggling investment. Multi-use properties, which combine various combinations of residential, office, retail, hospitality,..
Federal Government Commits $85.5 Million to Sustainable Affordable Housing Projects
The Government of Canada, in partnership with the Federation of Canadian Municipalities (FCM), has announced an $85.5 million investment through the Green Municipal Fund to expand sustainable..
Governments Must Act in Unison to Tackle the Housing Crisis
A car runs more smoothly when the wheels are in perfect alignment. In other words, teamwork through co-operation and collaboration is the key to success. Our various..
The Rise of Multi-Use Properties: Why They’re Becoming More Popular
Pierwell in Dunderave Multi-use properties, often described as developments that blend residential, commercial, cultural, and recreational spaces into one location, are increasingly shaping the urban landscape. These..
Fredericton Plans Higher-Density Housing to Accommodate Population Growth
Fredericton city council is moving forward with a plan to significantly increase housing density in its downtown Town Plat area to accommodate a rapidly growing population. The..
Modern Luxury Living in Burnaby at Étoile Gold
Étoile Gold is an architectural statement in Burnaby, British Columbia, seamlessly combining upscale design, luxurious living, and a strategic urban location. Conceived by Millennium Development and masterfully..
Ottawa Releases Final Draft of Significant New Zoning Bylaw
The City of Ottawa has reached a pivotal milestone in its comprehensive zoning bylaw review, releasing the third and final draft on September 8, 2025. This bylaw..
Calgary Real Estate Market Update: August 2025
Calgary’s housing market saw rising inventory, shifting buyer demand, and a more balanced environment in August, after the periods of constrained supply it had been seeing in..