Halifax drops requirement for affordable units in new developments Halifax has abandoned a proposed policy that would have required affordable housing units in new developments, citing feasibility and implementation challenges. The decision reflects ongoing tension...

Rising fraud levels reflect growing financial stress among consumers Equifax reports an increase in first-party fraud, where individuals misrepresent information to access credit, amid rising economic pressures. The trend suggests growing financial strain as...

Spring Legislative Session Adjourned The Nova Scotia Spring legislative session concluded Thursday with no amendments to the Residential Tenancies Act regulations or program policies impacting rental housing. During the session, the NDP raised concerns regarding the...

Rent control policies linked to job losses and reduced housing investment A Manitoba perspective suggests rent control policies may be contributing to reduced housing investment and job losses in the rental sector. Industry voices argue that tighter rent regulations...

Nova Scotia construction permits highlight shifting housing development trends Recent data on construction permits in Nova Scotia points to evolving development patterns, with varying levels of activity across regions and project types. The figures suggest continued...

Halifax property tax increase approved despite public opposition Council had a choice: respond to thousands of residents struggling with rising costs, or proceed with significant spending and tax increases—and chose the latter. In a decisive 14–3 vote, HRM Council...

Bank of Canada flags oil price shock as concern in rate deliberations The Bank of Canada has identified rising oil prices as a potential risk factor influencing future interest rate decisions. Higher energy costs could drive inflation upward, limiting the central...

Quebec ruling raises questions about enforceability of no-pet clauses A recent ruling in Quebec has called into question the enforceability of no-pet clauses in rental agreements, signalling potential changes in how such provisions are applied. The decision highlights...

HALIFAX, NS – In less than two months, support for the Stop the Property Tax Hike campaign has jumped from 1,100 to 6,053. Campaign data shows that residents and businesses across the entire Halifax Regional Municipality have signed on. “This isn’t one neighbourhood...

Call to action urges Halifax residents to oppose Forum spending and tax pressures Numbers don't vote. People do. And Council needs to be reminded of that – loudly. Right now, a $126 million Halifax Forum rebuild is being treated like a feel-good project inside City...