Daily brief · October 6, 2026

Economists Warn of Closing Affordable Housing Window, Mortgage Rate Volatility

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Concerns are rising about the shrinking window for affordable housing in Canada, while mortgage rates are expected to remain volatile. New initiatives aim to boost rental housing supply and streamline development in Toronto.

Affordability

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

Financial Post ↗
Market Activity

Bidding competition in the GTA is increasing slightly, but sellers are still waiting for a market advantage.

mpamag.com ↗
Regulation

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

CTV News ↗
Rental Housing

New developments are being discussed for delivering the next generation of rental housing.

UrbanToronto ↗
Mortgage Rates

The current volatility in mortgage rates is expected to continue for the foreseeable future.

mpamag.com ↗
Development

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

storeys.com ↗
Sales Methods

A new, flexible approach to selling homes has been introduced in Toronto.

blogTO ↗
Student Housing

Private and public partnerships are changing how student housing is developed across Canada.

Financial Post ↗
Condos

A Toronto condo developer has successfully reduced a significant penalty despite past issues.

TorontoToday.ca ↗
Mortgage Rates

An explanation is provided for why fixed mortgage rates increase when the Bank of Canada holds its key rate.

REMAX Canada ↗
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