The Province is launching a review of B.C.’s real estate regulators, examining the roles and responsibilities of the Real Estate Council of British Columbia and the Office of the Superintendent of Real Estate. (BC Gov News)
Through the new Building BC Community Housing Fund announced by Premier Horgan yesterday, government will invest close to $1.9 billion over 10 years to deliver safe, secure and affordable housing for B.C. renters. (BC Gov News)
Property owners who choose to rent their spaces on short-term listings websites can apply online for the business licences now required in Vancouver starting Thursday, the city says. (CTV News)
In Toronto, soaring construction costs and condo values have spurred developers to cancel projects they started when construction was cheaper and pre-sales were less lucrative. (Ottawa Citizen)
BRITISH COLUMBIA
Review of real estate regulators to strengthen protections | BC Gov News
The Province of British Columbia - April 18, 2018
B.C. government funding 14,000 new, affordable homes for renters | BC Gov News
The Province of British Columbia - April 18, 2018
BC earmarks $1.9 billion to build rental housing province-wide
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News 1130 Radio - April 18, 2018
Vancouver condo flips flying under the radar
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The Globe and Mail - April 18, 2018
Vancouver Airbnb business licences available starting Thursday
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CTV British Columbia News - April 18, 2018
ONTARIO
Builders scrapping pre-sold Toronto condo projects as costs escalate, leaving buyers in the lurch
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Ottawa Citizen - April 19, 2018