Ontario Moves to Cut Provincial HST for First-Time Homebuyers, Drawing Industry Support

The Government of Ontario has announced a proposal to rebate the full 8% provincial portion of the Harmonized Sales Tax (HST) on new homes purchased by first-time buyers, marking one of the most significant housing affordability measures in the province in years. Announced on October 28, 2025, the i

Ontario Proposes Changes to Accelerate Housing Delivery and Reduce Cost Pressures

On October 23, 2025, the Ontario government unveiled a new package of proposed measures under draft legislation, the Fighting Delays, Building Faster Act. The proposal forms part of the province’s ongoing effort to address housing supply pressures by making it faster and less costly to bring project

How Extreme Weather Events Are Shaping Real Estate Market Demand

Extreme weather events, including floods, hurricanes, wildfires, heat waves, and severe storms, are increasing. They have become increasingly influential forces shaping where people live, how homes are built, and how real estate markets function. As a result, their influence is increasingly visible