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The Housing Observer

Timely updates on Canada's housing conditions and trends

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March 7, 2023

New rental housing data

New data on social and affordable rental housing now available.
December 14, 2022

The latest housing market trends in the North

Our 2022 Northern Housing Report revealed continuing challenges and signs of recovery.
December 9, 2022

South Fraser leads housing demand

See highlights from our Housing Market Insight on homeownership demand in the Vancouver region.
Aled ab Iorwerth — Deputy Chief Economist
November 28, 2022

Governments alone cannot fix housing affordability challenges

Aled ab Iorwerth discusses why diverse, holistic approaches are needed in Canada.
November 22, 2022

The importance of housing

Why housing is essential for our health and well-being.
November 22, 2022

A word from Romy Bowers

A word from Romy Bowers on National Housing Day, 2022
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