Canadian Developers Are Sitting on a Record 18,998 Unsold New Homes
January 29, 2026 Canadian developers are holding a record number of completed new homes that still have not sold – a notable shift in a country where many projects are typically sold before completion, especially in the condo market. New CMHC-tracked data highlighted by Better Dwelling shows completed-and-unsold inventory reached 18,998 units in December 2025,…
Canadian Building Investment Hits Record – But Homeownership Isn’t Growing
January 25, 2026 Canadian building investment just surged to an all-time high, but a closer look at the data suggests the apparent construction boom is being driven by a very narrow segment of the market. New figures from Statistics Canada show investment is overwhelmingly concentrated in corporate-owned rental developments, particularly in Ontario, raising questions about…
Ontario’s Housing Budget Cuts Explained: What Buyers, Renters, and Investors Lose in 2026
Ontario’s housing market has been under intense pressure for years, with skyrocketing home prices, limited rental supply, and growing affordability challenges. Now, budget cuts at the federal level are adding a new layer of complexity, sparking confusion and concern among homebuyers, renters, and investors alike. This article breaks down the housing budget cuts affecting Ontario…
Ontario Listings of the Week (January, 22, 2026)
Looking for standout Ontario homes for sale? These eight listings on Realtor.ca include a mix of luxury properties and affordable condos that are getting attention across the province right now. 305 – 55 SHIPWAY AVENUEClarington (Newcastle) – $449k 🛏️ Bedrooms: 2🛁 Bathrooms: 1🔗 MLS link Listed with BRANDON SINGH 303 – 155 YORKVILLE AVENUEToronto (Annex)- $2,395,000 🛏️ Bedrooms: 2 🛁 Bathrooms: 3🔗 MLS Link…
Here’s What $1M Homes Look Like Across Canada – January 2026
The 1M benchmark used to guarantee a luxury property in most of Canada. In 2026, it often represents the starting point in some regions and a waterfront dream home in others. National home prices have been driven by higher construction costs, limited inventory, interprovincial migration, and the ongoing urban to rural shift. Here’s a province by province look…
Canada’s Inflation Surprise Isn’t Enough to Trigger a Rate Cut
January 19, 2026 Canada’s inflation rate ended 2025 higher than expected, but economists say the surprise increase is unlikely to prompt any immediate change in interest rate policy. While headline inflation ticked up in December, underlying price pressures continue to show signs of easing, keeping the Bank of Canada firmly on the sidelines. Inflation Rises…
Canadian Incomes Improved, But Most Households Expect Life to Get Worse in 2026: MNP
January 19, 2026 Despite recent gains in income, Canadians are entering 2026 with growing pessimism about their financial future. New survey data from MNP’s Consumer Debt Index shows that most households expect rising costs, worsening housing affordability, and mounting economic pressure in the year ahead. While some Canadians are actively adjusting their finances, a large…
Canadian Rents Just Fell at the Fastest Pace in Four Years
January 18, 2026 Canada’s housing slowdown is now clearly spilling into the rental market. New data from Rentals.ca shows average asking rents fell again in December, marking the steepest annual decline in four years and pushing national rents to their lowest level since mid-2023. However, the pullback is far from uniform. Nearly all of the…
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