TORONTO -- A Toronto budget briefing note reveals that the city could yield an additional $18.7 million in revenue this year—if the city council is willing to implement a luxury home tax. Properties valued at more than $2 million are currently subject to a municipal land transfer rate of two-and-a-half percent, in addition to provincial fees, but proponents argue that a one-per-cent hike could...

The Annex The popularity of this neighbourhood is partly driven by the proximity to the University of Toronto's St. George Campus. However, this neighbourhood attracts many people into the Toronto housing market thanks to its wide assortment of independent book shops, cafes, and music venues that will likely see their doors swing open again in 2021 as the COVID-19 vaccine is rolled out. The...

Canada’s top central banker isn’t worried about the country’s hot housing market, saying low-interest rates and demand for space rather than speculation are behind the price gains. Accommodative monetary policy, a preference for more living area and the ability to work from home during the pandemic are the main reasons demand for single-family homes across the country has been so robust,...

COVID-19: Government Financial Support During Lockdowns Please note: the federal government is constantly updating its website as new information is announced. Remember to check Canada’s official coronavirus webpage and CREA’s COVID-19 online hub to stay up to date. As some provinces re-enter strict lockdowns to combat the spread of COVID-19, here are the financial assistance options currently...

Pandemic-induced restrictions at the Canadian border have led to major declines in both permanent and non-permanent residents arriving in the country. In turn, these sharp declines have caused the country’s population growth rate to fall from the record-breaking levels seen over the past few years. Now, the impact on the country’s rental market is becoming more apparent as the pandemic drags on,...