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Construction begins on student housing at SFU, more child care on the way
CANADA, May 21 - Students, staff and the surrounding community are one step closer to more on-campus supports at Simon Fraser University (SFU) - Burnaby as construction starts on a new student residence and will begin later this year on a new...

RESCON pleased that measures to spur new housing reiterated in Throne Speech
Vaughan, Ont., May 27, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Residential Construction Council of Ontario (RESCON) is pleased that the throne speech delivered today by King Charles III reiterated the government’s commitment to building more housing and...

Redfin Reports Real Estate Agent Commissions Haven’t Changed Much Since the NAR Settlement Took Effect
(NASDAQ: RDFN) — The average buyer’s agent commission was 2.40% for homes sold in the first quarter, according to a new report from Redfin (www.redfin.com), the technology-powered real estate brokerage. That’s up slightly from 2.37% in the fourth...

Construction begins on 65 new affordable homes for Indigenous people in Mission
CANADA, May 21 - Indigenous families, Elders and individuals with low incomes will soon have access to 65 new affordable homes in Mission. “By partnering with First Nations, we can make a real difference to help more Indigenous people live in...

Toitures Hogue rises to the top of its industry with entry into the Platinum Club of Canada's Best Managed Companies
Toitures Hogue has been declared one of the best-performing private companies among hundreds of companies vying for this prestigious title. MONTREAL, QUéBEC, CANADA, May 26, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- The company's capacity for innovation, the...

Flagship Communities Real Estate Investment Trust Announces May 2025 Cash Distribution
Not for distribution to U.S. newswire services or dissemination in the United States. TORONTO, May 15, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Flagship Communities Real Estate Investment Trust (the “REIT”) (TSX:MHC.U; MHC.UN) announced today a cash distribution...

Flagship Communities Real Estate Investment Trust Reports Voting Results from 2025 Annual Meeting of Unitholders
Not for distribution to U.S. newswire services or dissemination in the United States. TORONTO, May 15, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Flagship Communities Real Estate Investment Trust (“Flagship” or the “REIT”) (TSX: MHC.U) (TSX: MHC.UN) today announced...

RioCan Real Estate Investment Trust Announces May 2025 Distribution
RioCan Real Estate Investment Trust (“RioCan”) (TSX: REI.UN) today announced a distribution of 9.65 cents per unit for the month of May. The distribution will be payable on June 6, 2025, to unitholders of record as at May 30, 2025. About RioCan...

Canada’s Leading Home Inspection Firm, Carson Dunlop, Joins Hyyve’s Home Services Marketplace
TORONTO, May 20, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Hyyve, Canada’s first performance-based residential real estate marketplace - where qualified agents bid to represent home sellers and buyers - is proud to welcome Carson Dunlop, the nation’s most trusted...

Saskatchewan's Building Construction Growth Leads the Country
CANADA, May 27 - Released on May 26, 2025 Province ranks first year-over-year for investment in building construction Today, Statistics Canada numbers show an increase of 27.8 per cent in March 2025 compared to March 2024 for building construction...

SmartCentres Real Estate Investment Trust Announces Voting Results from Annual Meeting of Holders of Units and Special Voting Units
TORONTO, May 14, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- SmartCentres Real Estate Investment Trust (“SmartCentres” or the “Trust”) (TSX:SRU.UN) announced today the voting results from its Annual General Meeting of the holders of Units and Special Voting Units...

Sixty temporary homes opening in Kelowna
CANADA, June 6 - People at risk of or experiencing homelessness in Kelowna will soon have access to 60 new temporary homes with the opening of Balsam Place. “We’re making meaningful progress addressing homelessness in Kelowna and throughout B.C.,”...

News Release: Ottawa Community Housing Launches First-Ever Volunteer Engagement Impact Report
Ottawa, May 26, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- May 26, 2025 – Ottawa, ON - Ottawa Community Housing (OCH) has released its inaugural Volunteer Impact Report, celebrating an estimated $428,249 in community value generated through volunteer projects in...

Stride and UNITY Fitness Announce Market-First Partnership, Redefining Personal Health Optimisation in Canada
In a bold move set to reshape Canada’s health and wellness landscape, Stride — the digital-first leader in health optimisation — has partnered with UNITY Fitness Harbourfront, Toronto’s destination for holistic fitness and recovery, to launch the...

Saskatchewan Adds Over 15,000 Full Time Jobs in May and Unemployment Rate Remains Lowest in the Nation
CANADA, June 6 - Released on June 6, 2025 Statistics Canada latest labour force numbers show that Saskatchewan has maintained a strong labour market and steady growth throughout the year. Saskatchewan has the lowest unemployment rate in the nation...

Eastern Townships Real Estate Powerhouse, Équipe Pepin Valente, Invests in Leadership Development by Sponsoring Global Summit
SHERBROOKE, QC – A leading real estate team in Quebec’s picturesque Eastern Townships is making a significant investment in the region’s future leaders. Équipe Pepin Valente, renowned for their exceptional service and deep community ties in...

True North Awards by NEWH Canada Celebrates Canadian Excellence in Hospitality and Multifamily Sectors
NEWH Canada announces winners of the inaugural True North Awards and confirms its return in 2026 as an annual celebration of Canadian talent and innovation. TORONTO, ONTARIO, CANADA, May 23, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- The inaugural True North...

MUSE Design Awards and A’ Design Award Announce 2025 Winners: Oppolia Whole-House Solution - Monika Wins Dual Honors
CA, CANADA, June 6, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- The MUSE Design Awards and A’ Design Award have announced their 2025 winners, with Oppolia’s Monika Whole-House Solution securing Gold in Furniture Set Design (MUSE) and Bronze in Furniture Design...

Canadian Net REIT Announces 2025 First-Quarter Results and a Distribution Increase
MONTRÉAL, May 15, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Canadian Net Real Estate Investment Trust (“Canadian Net” or the “REIT”) (TSX-V: NET.UN) today reported its results for the quarter ended March 31st, 2025 (“Q1 2025”). The REIT also announced an increase...

Habitat for Humanity Canada elects National Board of Directors at its annual general meeting
TORONTO, May 23, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Habitat for Humanity Canada, the country’s only national affordable homeownership organization, announced its National Board of Directors at the charity’s annual general meeting on May 16, 2025 in Halifax....