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Canadian Property Management
Quebec unpacks revenue-generating measures
A package of revenue-generating measures in Quebec's 2025-26 budget includes tax increases, added fees, altered tax credit criteria and elimination of some deductions.
Canadian Property Management
Property assessments no bargain in Ontario
Ontario’s outdated property assessments are an added hitch for retail landlords now contemplating vacant anchor spaces in dozens of regional shopping centres throughout the province.
Canadian Facility Management & Design
FM industry preps for fallout of tariffs
The U.S.-imposed tariffs on Canadian goods and Ottawa’s retaliatory measures will impact facility management across North America.
Canadian Apartment Magazine
Doug Ford wins third term as Ontario Premier
Ontario residents have voted to re-elect Doug Ford in the 2025 provincial election, securing a historical third term and majority win for the Ontario PC Party.
Canadian Property Management
Ontario recharges energy efficiency budget
Ontario’s energy efficiency budget has been recharged with a pledged 12-year, $10.9-billion spending strategy that significantly boosts funding for commercial, industrial, institutional and residential electricity customers.
Canadian Facility Management & Design
Aquatic facility makes a splash in B.C.
The təməsew̓txʷ Aquatic and Community Centre in New Westminster, B.C., was named after the playful, curious nature of a sea otter, in turn, reflecting the kind of visitor experience the local community was hoping to create at the newly completed facility.
Canadian Property Management
Ontario re-evaluates steps for land use change
Proposed new provincial legislation would strip municipalities of their ability to request a record of site condition (RSC) in specified circumstances where the risk of site contamination is deemed to be low.
Canadian Facility Management & Design
A mindful expansion at Sunnybrook
Amid the high-traffic frenzy of Sunnybrook Health Sciences Centre, which houses the busiest trauma facility in Canada, a new space brings peace and comfort to patients with brain and mental health needs, and the staff who care for them.
CondoBusiness
Anticipating the needs of aging condo communities
New updates to the OBC, which come into effect January 1, 2025, do little to address accessibility. How can existing condos prioritize inclusion when planning for renovations?
Canadian Property Management
Clinically fit space on the leasing agenda
A small but noteworthy cohort of tenants will be leasing specialized space as the Ontario government moves toward granting licences for new independently operated surgical and diagnostic clinics.
Canadian Apartment Magazine
Gentle density roughs out space for infill
Governments across Canada have introduced various measures to encourage accessory dwelling units and more infill housing supply on existing residential properties.
Canadian Property Management
Elections loom in three Canadian provinces
Housing, tax and energy costs are prominent on the agenda as British Columbia, New Brunswick and Saskatchewan all prepare for provincial elections in October.
Canadian Facility Management & Design
Inside the Great Hall’s seismic renewal at the MOA
A major earthquake could happen at any time in B.C. and cause significant damage to the building and valuable art collections.
Canadian Facility Management & Design
Centennial boosts environmental services program
Centennial College is now home to a ground-breaking course that is better preparing next generation environmental services professionals for the field.
Canadian Apartment Magazine
Legislative updates for residential landlords
From rent increase guidelines to renovictions policies, small residential landlords in particular should take note of the changes that will impact their businesses in 2025.
CondoBusiness
Initiative seeks to close emergency response gaps
The Peel Regional Police Service is one jurisdiction that is leading a program that focuses on high-rise safety and resident well-being.
Canadian Property Management
Ontario retailers ponder alcohol sales viability
Leases and logistics will be major factors in whether Ontario retailers can act on pending flexibility to sell beer, wine, cider and ready-to-drink alcohol-infused beverages in grocery and convenience stores.