Tag: affordable housing Canada
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Canada’s Happiest Big City is in Ontario – What It Costs To Live There
While housing affordability continues to challenge Canadians from coast to coast, one Ontario city is proving that happiness and homeownership can still go hand in hand. According to Leger’s Happy Cities 2025 report, analyzed by Zoocasa, Mississauga ranks as Canada’s happiest large city, and the only major Ontario city with a happiness score above the national average. The study examined…
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Top 5 Alberta Cities for Homebuyers in 2025 (Ranked by Value)
Looking to buy a home in Alberta? We rank the top 5 cities for homebuyers in 2025 based on affordability, lifestyle, and job growth. Find out which city offers the best value.
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Edmonton Real Estate 2025: Why It’s Still a Landlord’s Paradise
In a housing market increasingly squeezed by rising interest rates, provincial taxes, and restrictive rent controls, Edmonton continues to shine for real estate investors. With some of the lowest entry costs in any major Canadian city, strong rental demand, and limited red tape, it’s no surprise investors are calling Edmonton the “landlord’s paradise” in 2025.…
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Edmonton Home Prices Are Up $80K in Just Two Years
Over the past two years, Edmonton’s housing market has seen a dramatic increase in home prices—rising by nearly $80,000. While other major Canadian cities continue to struggle with affordability, Edmonton is quickly becoming one of the most talked-about real estate markets in the country. 📈 How Much Have Edmonton Home Prices Gone Up? In May…
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East Coast Real Estate Market Update – June 2025
Halifax, Moncton, Charlottetown & St. John’s While much of Canada faces cooling real estate activity, the East Coast housing market continues to show resilience in June 2025. With lower price points, growing demand from out-of-province buyers, and expanding job markets, cities like Halifax, Moncton, Charlottetown, and St. John’s are seeing modest price growth and steady…
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Here’s what cities most Canadians are moving to according to U-Haul’s 2024 Growth Index Report
As Canadians continue to relocate in large numbers, U-Haul’s annual Growth Index offers a unique glimpse into the most popular destinations across the country. The report tracks growth based on the net gain or loss of one-way U-Haul equipment rentals, and in 2024, smaller Ontario cities stood out as key relocation hotspots. Ontario: The Economic…
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Cheapest Provinces to Live in Canada with the Best Quality of Life in 2025
When it comes to finding the perfect place to live, Canadians are often looking for the ideal balance of affordability and quality of life. In 2025, provinces like Newfoundland and Labrador, New Brunswick, and Saskatchewan are leading the way as the most budget-friendly regions with excellent living conditions. Whether you’re planning a move or simply…
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27,000 Ontarians packed their bags and moved to Alberta in 2024, setting a new record.
In 2024, Ontario witnessed an unprecedented wave of migration as over 27,000 residents packed their bags and headed west to Alberta. This record-breaking relocation trend has been fueled by the allure of Alberta’s lower cost of living, booming economy, and affordable housing market, leaving many to wonder why so many Ontarians are making the move.…
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Poilievre Urges Premiers to Drop Sales Taxes on New Homes Under $1M
Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre has recently called on Canada’s provincial premiers to remove sales taxes on new homes priced under $1 million, following his own commitment to eliminate the federal sales tax on similar properties if he is elected. Poilievre argues that cutting these taxes would significantly lower the cost of homeownership and help address…
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