By Sammy Hudes The report from Rentals.ca and Urbanation reveals that average asking rents across Canada stood at $2,152 in October, down 1.2% from the same month in 2023 – the first national decline since July 2021 . The decline is primarily concentrated in Canada’s large urban centers, with cities like Toronto, Vancouver, Calgary and … Read more
On October 10, 2024, Canada reached a historic milestone by passing the National Medicare Legislation, a major step towards ensuring equitable access to essential medicines across the country. This landmark decision addresses long-standing gaps in prescription drug coverage and moves Canada closer to a universal, single-payer drug care system. Here’s what this means for Canadians, … Read more
First National Financial says recent government mortgage policy changes, including extending amortizations to 30 years and a higher cap on insured mortgages, could provide a slight boost to its margins. During the company’s third-quarter earnings conference call, President and CEO Jason Ellis explained how the changes could expand First National’s pool of eligible borrowers and … Read more