The Housing Observer

Canadian Housing Survey, core housing need and gender

Results show that women are more likely to be in core housing need.

Announcing Housing Supply Challenge finalists

Innovative solutions to tackle challenges and increase affordable housing supply in Canada.

New Solutions Labs and Demonstrations Initiative projects

22 new projects through New National Housing Strategy initiatives

Housing construction timelines and affordability in Canada

Housing in Canada takes years to build. Learn why and what can help.

Ask an Expert: Universal Design

Discover how universal design makes homes adaptable, accessible and safe.

Forecasting housing market activity in 2025 amid uncertainty

Explore CMHC’s forecast for Canada’s housing market in 2025.

High housing costs make it difficult to move to jobs many are seeking

See how high housing costs limit job and relocation opportunities.

Ask an Expert episode on housing affordability

How to restore affordability levels for renters and homebuyers.

Fall 2024 rental market trends

See trends in Canada’s rental market like record-breaking supply growth.

Aiming for pre-COVID housing affordability levels makes sense

Canada can achieve pre-pandemic housing affordability levels.