As global temperatures rise and heat waves become more frequent, real estate investors face a changing climate that affects both risk and return. Buildings designed for past weather conditions are already showing higher energy costs, more frequent maintenance issues, and lower tenant comfort. In contrast, properties built with heat-resilient design and modern cooling technologies can reduce long-term...

The Government of Ontario has announced a proposal to rebate the full 8% provincial portion of the Harmonized Sales Tax (HST) on new homes purchased by first-time buyers, marking one of the most significant housing affordability measures in the province in years. Announced on October 28, 2025, the initiative aims to reduce the cost burden facing those entering the housing market for the first time....

On October 23, 2025, the Ontario government unveiled a new package of proposed measures under draft legislation, the Fighting Delays, Building Faster Act. The proposal forms part of the province’s ongoing effort to address housing supply pressures by making it faster and less costly to bring projects from approval to construction.

If passed, the legislation would introduce more than 40 separate initiatives...