Canadian Mortgage Rates Could Climb as Bond Yields Hit Highest Level Since 2010
Canadian mortgage borrowers may be facing renewed rate pressure, even as underlying inflation shows signs of cooling. According to BMO commentary highlighted by Better Dwelling, long-term Government of Canada bond yields have climbed to their highest level since 2010, raising concerns that borrowing costs could remain elevated or move higher. Long-Term Bond Yields Hit a…
Desjardins Says Some Canadian Cities Have Become “Impossibly Unaffordable”
A new housing affordability warning from Desjardins is drawing attention across Canada after the bank suggested some major cities have entered what it calls “impossibly unaffordable” territory. According to the report, homeownership in cities like Vancouver and Toronto is increasingly moving out of reach for average households as housing costs continue to far outpace incomes.…
Canadian Home Prices Are Near Record Highs in All but 2 Provinces
Canada’s national housing market may look like it has gone through a major correction, but new data suggests that most provinces have barely seen prices pull back from record highs. According to Canadian Real Estate Association (CREA) data highlighted by Better Dwelling, home prices rose in nearly every province in April 2026. While the national…
A Real Estate Firm Just Bought $30M Worth of Unsold Toronto Condos as the Market Slows
Toronto’s struggling condo market may be creating new opportunities for large investors. A Canadian real estate company has reportedly purchased roughly $30 million worth of unsold condominium inventory in downtown Toronto as the GTA condo market continues facing weaker demand, slower sales activity, and growing inventory levels. The bulk purchase is adding to growing signs that institutional…
Canadian Homeowners Have Lost Nearly 20% of Home Value Since 2022 Peak
Canada’s housing market downturn has now erased a significant portion of the gains seen during the pandemic-era housing boom. According to recent housing market analysis and benchmark price data, many Canadian homeowners have seen home values fall nearly 20% from peak levels reached in early 2022 as higher interest rates and weaker buyer demand continue…
What You Can Buy In Toronto At Different Budgets Right Now
Whether you are a first-time buyer or moving up the property ladder, here is a breakdown of what different budgets currently buy across the city as of May 22, 2026. This guide covers condos, townhomes, and detached homes so you can see how far your budget goes in today’s market. Click on the links to…
Toronto Doctor Wins National Award for Transforming Parking Lot Into Housing
A Toronto doctor is receiving national recognition after helping turn a former downtown hospital parking lot into supportive housing for vulnerable patients. Dr. Andrew Boozary has received the 2026 Governor General’s Innovation Award for helping lead the creation of Dunn House – a supportive housing project designed to help people experiencing homelessness and complex health challenges.…
A $50K Salary In 1980 Could Be Equivalent To Roughly $250K Today
A growing conversation around affordability and generational wealth is gaining attention online after comparisons showed how far a middle-class salary once stretched compared to today. According to inflation calculators and historical economic data, a $50,000 salary in 1980 could be roughly equivalent to earning around $250,000 annually today depending on the inflation measure used. The…
