Daily brief · October 6, 2026

Economists Warn of Closing Affordable Housing Window Amid Rate Volatility

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Economists are sounding the alarm about the shrinking window for affordable housing in Canada. Meanwhile, mortgage rate volatility is expected to continue, with potential implications from U.S. Federal Reserve actions.

Affordability

Economists are warning that the opportunity to find affordable housing in Canada is diminishing.

Financial Post ↗
GTA Market

Bidding wars in the GTA are increasing slightly, but sellers are still waiting for more favourable conditions.

mpamag.com ↗
Regulation

Concerns about the handling of a scandal are prompting a review of real estate regulations in Saskatchewan.

CTV News ↗
Rentals

New initiatives are focused on delivering the next generation of rental housing.

UrbanToronto ↗
Mortgages

Expect continued volatility in mortgage rates, with no immediate end in sight.

mpamag.com ↗
Development

Toronto is introducing free pre-approved plans to encourage the development of fourplexes and sixplexes.

storeys.com ↗
Sales

A new, flexible approach to selling homes is now available in Toronto.

blogTO ↗
Student Housing

Public-private partnerships are transforming student housing development across Canada.

Financial Post ↗
Condos

A Toronto condo developer has successfully reduced a significant penalty following a dispute.

TorontoToday.ca ↗
Mortgages

Fixed mortgage rates are increasing even when the Bank of Canada maintains its key interest rate.

REMAX Canada ↗
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