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Welcome to our blog, where we curate and share valuable insights, trends, and news from the world of Canadian real estate. Our content is sourced from reputable and authoritative sources, primarily from www.canadianrealestatemagazine.ca, a trusted platform for real estate enthusiasts. We aim to provide you with the latest updates and expert opinions to help you stay informed about the dynamic Canadian real estate market. Be sure to explore the original articles on Canadian Real Estate Magazine's website for even more in-depth coverage.

Co-Living’s Growing Role in Urban Housing: Flexible, Affordable, and Community-Oriented Living

The co-living sector is gradually gaining ground as housing markets remain constrained by low rental availability, rising costs, and shifting lifestyle preferences. In many metropolitan areas, vacancy rates remain, limiting access to traditional rental units and pushing demand toward more flexible, cost-efficient models like co-living. This housing arrangement typically blends private, furnished bedrooms with shared […]

Where Are Rents Still Rising in Canada? Rental Hotspots Hidden by the National Average

While average asking rents in Canada have declined 3.3% year-over-year to $2,129 in May 2025, marking the eighth consecutive month of annual rent drops, this national trend masks a more complex picture across the nation. Several provinces and municipalities are still experiencing notable increases in rental costs, especially in specific segments such as three-bedroom units […]

Sustainability Takes Center Stage: Survey Reveals Canadian Homeowners’ Green Priorities

With rising utility costs, climate uncertainty, and shifting consumer values, sustainability and energy efficiency are increasingly key considerations in Canada’s housing market. The 2025 Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation (CMHC) Mortgage Consumer Survey findings highlight this trend, offering insights into just how strongly energy efficiency and environmental considerations are shaping homeownership decisions across the country. […]

Canadian Unemployment Edges Up in May 2025, but Gains Remain in Some Sectors and Regions

Source: Statistics Canada Canada’s labour market remained relatively stable in May 2025, despite a modest uptick in the national unemployment rate. According to the latest Labour Force Survey from Statistics Canada, employment was virtually unchanged (+8,800; +0.0%), and the employment rate held steady at 60.8%. However, the national unemployment rate rose by 0.1 percentage points […]

Understanding How Canadian REITs Are Taxed

Canadian real estate investment trusts (REITs) offer investors an efficient way to own diversified real estate assets while benefiting from preferential tax treatment. Under Canadian tax law, REITs themselves generally pay little to no tax at the trust level, provided they distribute at least 90% of their taxable income to unitholders. Instead, tax obligations flow […]