Homebuyers and investors have increasing opportunities to choose new properties that integrate advanced green technologies, ranging from renewable energy systems and high‑performance building envelopes to water‑saving strategies and smart monitoring tools. These options include mass‑timber construction for carbon sequestration, ground‑source geothermal heating and cooling, solar‑ready infrastructure,...

The Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation (CMHC) has published its 2025 Mortgage Consumer Survey (MCS), shedding light on how Canadians navigate the increasingly complex housing and mortgage landscape. Based on feedback from more than 4,000 recent mortgage consumers, the report highlights changes in homebuyer behaviour and sentiment, financial strategies, and other key insights.

Positive Homebuyer...

Canada’s real estate market has long been a cornerstone of wealth accumulation and portfolio diversification. In the evolving landscape, investors may be increasingly interested in a dual strategy that blends both commercial and residential assets to mitigate risk, boost returns, and hedge against market volatility. 

A Shifting Market Landscape

Recent data signals a turning point for both residential...