by Kevin Russell | May 15, 2026 | News
New Bedford Residential Development Planned Near Mount Saint Vincent University SaltWire reports that a new residential neighbourhood, known as Seton Ridge, is proposed along the Bedford Highway near Mount Saint Vincent University in Halifax. The development is...
by Kevin Russell | May 15, 2026 | News
Rent Control Does Not Always Prevent Significant Rent Increases The Globe and Mail reports that rent control protections may not fully shield tenants from significant rent increases, particularly when units turn over between tenancies or exemptions apply. The article...
by Kevin Russell | May 15, 2026 | News
OP: Nova Scotia’s Property Tax Cap Criticized as Unfair to New Homebuyers Opinion – A Chronicle Herald contributor argues that Nova Scotia’s Capped Assessment Program (CAP) creates inequities by limiting annual property tax assessment increases for existing homeowners...
by Kevin Russell | May 1, 2026 | News
Clayton Park West development to include long-awaited road connection A new development in Clayton Park West will include a long-anticipated road connection aimed at improving traffic flow and supporting further residential growth in the area. From a multi-unit...
by Kevin Russell | May 1, 2026 | News
Thermal monitoring technology emerges to address lithium-ion battery fire risks A new focus is emerging on thermal monitoring systems designed to detect and prevent lithium-ion battery fires in devices such as electric vehicles, e-bikes, and power tools. These systems...
by Kevin Russell | May 1, 2026 | News
Higher-value mortgages seeing increased default rates New analysis suggests higher-income borrowers with larger mortgages are defaulting at higher rates than those with smaller loans, reflecting pressure from rising interest costs and elevated debt levels. From a...
