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Decline in British Columbia Home Sales Linked to Weak Lower Mainland Market

4 weeks ago

Decline in British Columbia Home Sales Linked to Weak Lower Mainland Market

Home sales in British Columbia have dropped significantly in July, primarily due to a weak market in the Lower Mainland, with average prices also seeing a decline.

Groundbreaking for Affordable Housing Development in Ottawa's Lowertown

4 weeks ago

Groundbreaking for Affordable Housing Development in Ottawa's Lowertown

The 200 Beausoleil project in Ottawa's Lowertown neighbourhood breaks ground, promising 159 affordable rental homes by 2028 under the Build Canada Homes initiative.

Cape Breton University Launches Innovative $59.8 Million Medical School to Address Doctor Shortage

5 weeks ago

Cape Breton University Launches Innovative $59.8 Million Medical School to Address Doctor Shortage

Cape Breton University opens its new medical school designed to enhance rural family medicine education amid a doctor shortage in the region.

Navigating Risks in Mass Timber Projects: Legal Insights and Contractual Challenges

5 weeks ago

Navigating Risks in Mass Timber Projects: Legal Insights and Contractual Challenges

Legal experts discuss the complexities and risk management strategies involved in mass timber construction at a Sustainable Buildings Canada webinar.

Progress Update on CAMH's Waverley House Project as Construction Advances

5 weeks ago

Progress Update on CAMH's Waverley House Project as Construction Advances

Infrastructure Ontario has reported significant progress on the Waverley House Secure Care and Recovery Building, part of the CAMH project in Toronto, with construction now at level eight.

Plaquemines LNG Terminal Seeks Major Expansion Amid Environmental Concerns

5 weeks ago

Plaquemines LNG Terminal Seeks Major Expansion Amid Environmental Concerns

The Plaquemines LNG terminal near New Orleans is undergoing a significant expansion process under an expedited permitting framework initiated by the Trump administration, raising environmental concerns among activists and local leaders.

Study Links Rising Rent Prices to Increased Homelessness in Canada

5 weeks ago

Study Links Rising Rent Prices to Increased Homelessness in Canada

A new study by the Canadian Alliance to End Homelessness reveals a direct correlation between rising rental costs and increasing homelessness across Canada, particularly affecting communities with dwindling low-cost housing options.

City of Toronto Introduces Building Permit Application Pre-Check to Expedite Review Process

5 weeks ago

City of Toronto Introduces Building Permit Application Pre-Check to Expedite Review Process

The City of Toronto has launched a new pre-check system for building permit applications aimed at speeding up the review process, enhancing efficiency and supporting construction projects across the municipality.

City of Toronto Introduces Building Permit Application Pre-Check for Enhanced Review Process

5 weeks ago

City of Toronto Introduces Building Permit Application Pre-Check for Enhanced Review Process

The City of Toronto has launched a new Building Permit Application Pre-Check program aimed at streamlining the permit review process, ultimately facilitating faster project approvals.

Record-Breaking Sale of $23.5 Million Home Marks Resilience in Toronto's Luxury Real Estate Market

5 weeks ago

Record-Breaking Sale of $23.5 Million Home Marks Resilience in Toronto's Luxury Real Estate Market

Despite economic uncertainty affecting the Toronto real estate market, a $23.5 million sale in Forest Hill South demonstrates continued demand for luxury properties. This sale, the highest in the neighborhood's history, signals a potential rebound in high-end real estate.

Albertans Invited to Comment on Draft Berland Sub-Region Land-Use Plan

5 weeks ago

Albertans Invited to Comment on Draft Berland Sub-Region Land-Use Plan

The Alberta government seeks public input on the draft land-use plan for the Berland sub-region, covering 19,529 square kilometers and addressing various land uses.

Addressing Housing Shortages in Northern Canada: Innovative Solutions for Unique Challenges

5 weeks ago

Addressing Housing Shortages in Northern Canada: Innovative Solutions for Unique Challenges

As Whitehorse faces a significant housing shortage affecting locals and newcomers, innovative construction solutions are emerging to tackle the unique challenges of building in Northern Canada.