Vancouver's First Mass Timber Hotel Could Change How We Build

A new 18-storey hotel proposed for Vancouver isn't just another place to stay – it's set to become the city's first mass timber hotel and potentially North America's tallest. Located at 1580 W 3rd Avenue, this project could signal a major shift toward more sustainable building practices in one of Canada's most expensive cities. Perfect Spot Between Two Vancouver Favorites The hotel's location is pretty smart – it sits right between Granville Island and Broadway, both just a 10-minute walk awa

Spring Market Brings Abundance of Opportunity for Buyers

The Metro Vancouver real estate market continued to experience a noticeable slowdown in April 2025, as residential sales fell sharply year-over-year.

Vancouver Council Greenlights Controversial Jericho Lands Megaproject

In a unanimous decision on Tuesday, Vancouver City Council officially approved the development plan for the long-debated Jericho Lands megaproject — a transformative initiative set to reshape the city’s West Point Grey neighbourhood with thousands of new homes and a major investment in First Nations-led urban planning. The 90-acre site, formerly a military garrison just across 4th Avenue from Jericho Beach Park, will be transformed over the next 25 to 30 years into a vibrant community of 13,000

Metro Vancouver Housing Market Report – March 2025

In March 2025, Metro Vancouver’s real estate market reflected a growing gap between favorable buying conditions and actual buyer activity. Despite an increase in listings and improved conditions, sales were at their lowest for the month of March since 2019. 📊 Overall Market Summary MetricMarch 2025March 2024% Change10-Year AverageComparison to AvgTotal Sales2,0912,415-13.4%3,308-36.8%New Listings6,4555,002+29.0%5,572+15.8%Total Active Listings14,54610,552+37.9%10,038+44.9%Benchmark Price (

Bank of Canada Cuts Interest Rate to 2.75% — But Don’t Expect a Rate-Cutting Spree

The Bank of Canada just trimmed its key interest rate again — this time by a quarter of a percentage point, bringing it down to 2.75%.

Metro Vancouver Housing Market Report - February 2025

Market Overview Metric February 2025 February 2024 10-Year Seasonal Average % Change (YoY) Residential Sales 1,827 2,070 2,571 -11.7% New Listings 5,057 4,560 4,530 +10.9% Total Listings 12,744 9,634 9,341 +32.3% Sales-to-Active Listings Ratio 14.8% N/A N/A N/A Sales-to-Active Listings Ratio by Property Type Property Type Sales-to-Active Listings Ratio Detached Homes 10.7% Attached Homes 18.5% Apartments 16.8% Key Insight: * A ratio below 12% suggests

Indigenous-Led Development to Transform Vancouver Skyline

Vancouver, BC – A groundbreaking urban development led by the Squamish Nation is set to reshape the city’s skyline. The Sen̓áḵw project, an 11-tower high-rise development, will add 6,000 rental apartments on reserve land, making it the densest neighbourhood in Canada. Unlike traditional developments in Vancouver, Sen̓áḵw is being built without city zoning restrictions, giving the Squamish Nation full control over the project’s design and execution. The ambitious project, in partnership with Wes

Market Pulse - Metro Vancouver Housing Market January 2025

Overview The Metro Vancouver housing market saw notable growth in January 2025, with increased sales and a surge in new listings compared to January 2024. Market conditions remain balanced with stable prices, though potential economic risks, such as tariffs from the US, could impact future trends. Key Highlights * Residential Sales: 1,552 sales (8.8% increase YoY) * New Listings: 5,566 (46.9% increase YoY) * Active Listings: 11,494 (33.1% increase YoY) * Benchmark Price: $1,173,000 (0.5%

A Simple Guide to BC’s Property Transfer Tax

If you’re buying real estate in British Columbia — whether it’s a house, condo, or land — there’s an extra cost you can’t ignore: the Property Transfer Tax (PTT). This is not your annual property tax. It’s a one-time tax you pay when the property changes owners, usually as part of your closing costs. Many buyers forget to budget for it — and it can be a big number! Let’s break it down in a simple way, with examples to show how much it adds up to. 💡 What Is the Property Transfer Tax? Whenev

Broadway-Commercial Safeway Redevelopment Gets Even Bigger

The long-running redevelopment saga of the Broadway-Commercial Safeway site in Vancouver has taken another turn, with developers Westbank and Crombie REIT submitting yet another revised proposal that pushes the project’s height and density even further. According to the latest submission, the plan now includes three towers of 36, 37, and 43 storeys, up from the previous 35-, 36-, and 39-storey proposal. The number of residential units has increased to 1,044, consisting of 940 market rentals and