The suspicious January fire dispossessed 15 families in Port Hardy
Plan calls for up to 300 new units built in two phases
Values up 5% to 8% locally
Lumber prices have added as much as $30K to the construction cost of a typical 2,500-square-foot house
The report also forecasts a firmer rental market through 2022 as economic conditions normalize
Landlord will pay you damage, first month’s rent to take his tenant
Indigenous housing providers are pushing for the government to finally unveil a plan
The seasonally adjusted annual rate of housing starts rose to 214,875 units last month
Two highway properties and Owl’s Nest Bakery and Bistro sold
The COVID-19 pandemic has made housing affordability an even bigger issue
A potential second wave of the virus, higher unemployment and the pace of an economic recovery could affect housing
CMHC said average housing prices could fall anywhere from nine to 18 per cent in its forecast
CVRD had ordered it removed by March 15
Report will identify housing needs in the community
Abbotsford homeless advocate says grief has distinct challenges for those living on the streets
Rate increase will likely mean buyers take a more cautious approach