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Saskatchewan town sees flurry of construction with $30K housing cheque program

January 8, 2025 No Comments

An official with a town in southeastern Saskatchewan says its plan to offer $30,000 cheques to anyone building homes in the community is paying off.

Calgary home sales down in December but still above long-term trends: board

January 3, 2025 No Comments

Calgary home sales declined in December from the previous year’s levels but remained nearly 20% higher than long-term trends.

‘Failure is not an option’: Fire-torn Jasper entering new year with hope and anxiety

December 27, 2024 No Comments

This year, Kim Stark’s kids took responsibility for decorating the family Christmas tree.

Housing supply on the rise, but market still favours sellers in Calgary

December 2, 2024 No Comments

Calgary’s housing market showed more balanced conditions in November, with a typical seasonal slowdown in activity.

Alberta government introduces legislation to enable halal mortgage options

November 4, 2024 No Comments

The Alberta government has introduced legislation that will enable provincially regulated banks to offer halal home financing products.

Calgary sees sales surge for homes over $600K, lower-end supply tightens

November 2, 2024 No Comments

Demand for higher-priced homes drove Calgary’s October sales, while a lack of affordable options kept the market tight in lower price ranges.

Alberta, Ottawa discuss funding for homelessness, more talks expected in coming days

October 24, 2024 No Comments

The federal housing minister and the Alberta minister in charge of the file have spoken about funding to tackle encampments and homelessness.

Alberta government to build 250 modular housing units in fire-ravaged Jasper

October 21, 2024 1 Comment

The Alberta government announced Monday that it’s building 250 modular housing units in Jasper for residents displaced by wildfire.

Federal government forgoing $15 million in rental fees for Jasper businesses, town

October 11, 2024 No Comments

The government of Canada will forgo up to $15.2 million in rental fees charged to the municipality of Jasper, Alta., as well as its residents and business owners over the next few years.

Manitoba government to put up $10 million for new housing investment trust

October 8, 2024 No Comments

The Manitoba government is putting up $10 million for a new fund aimed at getting more affordable housing units on the market.

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