Industry Trends

Banks, builders urge Ottawa to ease stress test for new-home buyers

Coalition’s 29-point housing plan targets down payments, foreign buyers and condo financing

Banks, builders urge Ottawa to ease stress test for new-home buyers

Toronto condo market recovery could still be 'two to three years' away

The sector’s years-long downturn doesn’t seem set to end in 2027

Toronto condo market recovery could still be 'two to three years' away

What brokers need to know about an ever-evolving appraisal process

Appraisal executive emphasizes key differences in the alternative space

What brokers need to know about an ever-evolving appraisal process

National Bank acquires Embark in $226M education savings deal

The deal brings 436,000 RESP beneficiaries under National Bank’s wealth management umbrella

National Bank acquires Embark in $226M education savings deal

Budget 2026 housing promise hinges on municipal coordination

CMI Financial’s Kevin Fettig says new financing rules need matching action on zoning and approvals

Budget 2026 housing promise hinges on municipal coordination

Bank of Canada survey points to higher rates and yields through 2028

Market participants see rates and bond yields rising, with risks skewed firmly upward

Bank of Canada survey points to higher rates and yields through 2028