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KPMG Calgary moves 1,000 staff to 120,000-sq.-ft. class-A office space

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KPMG moves 1,000 staff into new Calgary office space

KPMG has moved almost 1,000 of its Calgary employees to a new 120,000-square-foot office in the city’s downtown, a site that emphasizes connectivity, health, accessibility and comfort.

Cowichan appeal sparks warnings of 'chaotic situation'

A controversial B.C. Supreme Court decision involving Aboriginal title and private property in the Richmond area is headed to B.C.'s highest court. In submissions obtained by CBC News, the province and other parties are warning of dire consequences. 

Half of GTA new condo sales are now discounted bulk sales

Bulk purchases of new condos by investment groups accounted for 45 per cent of new condominium sales in the GTHA in the third quarter of 2026, according to new data from real estate consulting firm Urbanation.

Can B.C.'s plan for 2,200 unsold condos work?

A government-backed program aims to tackle B.C.'s condo glut and affordability crisis. Critics say it may solve neither. The provincial-federal initiative for 2,200 condos was announced in June.

More investors join revolt over H&R's $6.7B takeover deal

H&R REIT (HR-UN-T) is facing growing opposition to its plan for a breakup and sale, with some investors arguing the deal gives too much value to the family of the chief executive officer.

Healthcare workforce housing project advances in Mission

Mission Bridgehead Investment Corporation (MBIC), with the City of Mission as its shareholder, is advancing the Homes for Health workforce housing project in Mission, BC. The project will provide dedicated, purpose-built rental housing for healthcare professionals working at Mission Memorial Hospital and across Missions local healthcare system.

Sponsored by: Mission Bridgehead Investment Corporation

Piapot First Nation office building project begins in Regina

Piapot First Nation held a sod turning ceremony today for a new commercial office building in north central Regina. The cost of the building will be close to $10 million.

Rental tower would be tallest near Leaside station

Terracap Management’s proposal for 589 Eglinton Ave. E. is growing from 40 to 47 storeys, making it the tallest planned tower in the area around Bayview Avenue and Leaside station on Eglinton Line 5.

Proposed Bloor West Village rental tower sparks debate

Once built, the 15-storey rental tower will be the only one on the Bloor Street strip, sparking fears about parking, long shadows and the loss of charm and small businesses the area is known for.

Experts outline Nova Scotia data centre deal details

The announcement last week that EverWind Fuels will be developing a data centre at its Point Tupper site has raised questions regarding what promises are enforceable and what benefits Nova Scotians will see. 

Manitoba tax on data centres, crypto to lower utility rates

Last Thursday, provincial Finance Minister Adrien Sala said revenue from Manitoba’s tax on cryptocurrency mining and AI data centres would be used to lower Manitoba Hydro rates for residential ratepayers. 

Newmark launches industrial outdoor storage practice

Newmark has launched its dedicated industrial outdoor storage specialty practice, a group of advisors designed to provide advisory, leasing, capital markets and occupier solutions for one of commercial real estate's fastest-evolving property sectors. 

Inflation rate edges up to 3.1%, core measures ease

Canada’s inflation rate ticked up to 3.1 per cent in September as gasoline prices rose, while some gauges of underlying price pressures eased. Gasoline prices rose 27.8 per cent on an annual basis last month.

Bond sale tied to Manhattan office tower the latest on hold

A bond sale tied to a 24-story office tower in midtown Manhattan that’s home to the publisher of Rolling Stone was postponed, the latest in a string of real estate-backed debt deals to be delayed.

Immigration crackdown slowing U.S. construction: builders

Nearly two-thirds of builders last month said immigration enforcement has impacted their labour force, The Wall Street Journal reported. The number was up from 23 per cent in March and 13 per cent a year ago.

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