Canada Housing Starts Rise, Still Far From Target
Canada’s housing starts rose 5.6% in 2025—but still far from affordability targets. “Missing middle” homes—townhouses, plexes, row-style—kept construction momentum amid […]
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Current Mortgage Rates in Manitoba
Fixed mortgage rates in Manitoba start around 3.9%, with variable rates near 3.5%. After the Bank of Canada held its
Happy Women’s Day
International Women's Day, also known as IWD for short, grew out of the labour movement to become a recognized annual
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Report: Gradual stabilization across Canadian real estate markets forecast in 2026
Canada's 2026 real estate outlook shows gradual stabilization with improved office conditions, strong industrial fundamentals, and firmer multi-suite residential demand.
The Path to Canada’s Housing Rebound
Canada’s housing market eyes a modest comeback in 2026 after a soft 2025 slowdown. TD Economics predicts national home prices
What’s in Store for Canada’s Housing Market in 2026?
Home sales are expected to rebound modestly in 2026, with national transactions forecast to rise about 5%, led mainly by
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US Trade Reset Opens New Opportunities for Canada’s Housing Market
Canada's review of the Canada-US-Mexico Agreement (CUSMA) impacts housing costs, construction, and mortgage risk due to heavy reliance on US
Mortgage Renewal Stress 2026? Likely Less Than Feared
Five-year pandemic mortgages renew in 2026, but worst-case fears have faded significantly. Economists say 2026 renewals will be “manageable,” with
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How to Run a Tenant Background Check: 10 Essential Tips for Smart Landlords
Finding reliable tenants is crucial for landlords, requiring thorough background checks. Tenant screening involves verifying personal information, credit history, rental
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Ten ideas to make your home more resilient to climate change
To enhance resilience against climate change, homeowners can implement several strategies. Installing rainwater harvesting barrels and creating rain gardens can
