Tag: housing
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7 Cheapest Cities To Buy A Home In British Columbia (2025)
The housing market in British Columbia remains among Canada’s most expensive overall — the provincial average home price is roughly $948,296 as of September 2025. That said, there are still smaller cities and more remote areas in BC where home-ownership is far more achievable. In this article we explore seven of the most affordable cities in BC to buy…
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Calgary’s Living Wage Jumps To $26.50 Per Hour, Report Shows
Calgary may still be considered one of Canada’s more “affordable” major cities, but new data shows the cost of living is rising quickly. According to a recent update from the City of Calgary Living Wage Network (via UrbaCalgary), residents now need to earn at least $26.50 per hour to maintain a basic, reasonable standard of living in the city.…
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Rent Prices In British Columbia Continue To Drop As Vancouver Hits A 43-Month Low
British Columbia’s rental market is finally seeing some relief. New data from Zumper shows that rent prices in several B.C. cities continue to cool, with Vancouver hitting its lowest level in more than three and a half years. The shift marks a notable change for one of Canada’s most expensive rental markets, although Vancouver still remains the priciest…
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Calgary Set To Lead Canada’s Real Estate Market In 2026, PwC/ULI Report Says
A new PwC Canada and Urban Land Institute report names Calgary the top market to watch in 2026, as capital shifts from condos to purpose-built rentals and modular housing gains momentum. Here’s what buyers, investors, and developers should know.A new PwC Canada and Urban Land Institute report names Calgary the top market to watch in…
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7 Cheapest Places To Buy A Home In Ontario Right Now (2025 data)
Ontario’s housing market is still very uneven in 2025. While the GTA and cottage/city suburbs remain expensive, many smaller cities and northern communities offer significantly lower prices. Note that different sites report average sold price, median sale price, or current listing average, that’s why figures can look different from one source to another. Below are seven places that…
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Calgary or Edmonton – Which City Wins for First-Time Homebuyers in 2025?
First-time buyers choosing Alberta, should you go Calgary or Edmonton? We break down the September 2025 stats: average/condo prices, market conditions, value, and what each city delivers.
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GTA Residents Now Need to Earn $27.20 Per Hour to Live Comfortably, Report Says
A new report shows GTA residents need $27.20 per hour to afford housing and essentials. Ontario’s minimum wage of $17.60 falls far short.
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Moncton vs Halifax vs Charlottetown: Which East Coast City Offers the Best Deal in 2025?
Thinking of moving to or investing in Atlantic Canada in 2025? Moncton (NB), Halifax (NS), and Charlottetown (PEI) are three contenders, each with its own mix of price trends, rental returns, affordability, and growth drivers. Let’s dig in. 🏡 Price Trends & Growth Rates Moncton Halifax Charlottetown Verdict on price growth: Moncton is showing strong growth…
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Haven’t Switched Your Winter Tires Yet? Toronto Tire’s Sale Starts at $99
If you haven’t swapped your tires yet, consider this your friendly reminder. A tire shop in Mississauga is running a winter tire sale, with new tires starting at just $99 installed & balanced. ✅ Sale Details They carry major brands like: 📍 Shop Details Toronto Tires / Ryan Toronto Tires2133 Royal Windsor Dr., Unit 28 & 29,…
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41 Percent of Canadian Home Builders Have Laid Off Workers – Many Don’t Plan to Rehire
Canada needs to build 5.8 million homes by 2030 to restore affordability, according to CMHC, yet residential construction is now moving backward. A new report from the Canadian Home Builders’ Association (CHBA) shows: ✅ 41% of builders in Canada have laid off workers❌ Most do not plan to rehire them In key markets, the number is even higher: This marks the lowest level…
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