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Source:   Inside Canada’s 2025 rental market: What has changed? - CMHC If you’ve been looking for an apartment in Canada over the last few years, you know the drill: high prices, dozens of applicants for every unit, and zero room for negotiation. But according to the latest data from CMHC, the tide is starting to turn. In 2025, the national rental market has reached a turning point that could mean more options—and better deals—for tenants. 1. Vacancy Rates Hit a 10-Year High

Urban growth shapes the places where we live, work, and play. But behind every new neighborhood, school, or park lies a complex system of funding and planning. One key part of this system is development charges. These fees, collected from developers, help pay for the infrastructure and services needed to support new communities. Understanding development charges reveals how cities manage growth and balance costs between developers, governments, and residents. Development char

A Reflection on late 18th to early 19th-century Chinese Influence from a designer raised in China and shaped by Atlantic Canada. This summer, I visited Rhode Island. In Newport, I toured The Breakers, Marble House, and Rosecliff. In Providence, I spent time at the RISD Museum. From a travel perspective, these places are undeniably magnificent  and stunning representations of the Gilded Age. But for me, the most memorable impact came from something more personal and more histo

Universal Design (UD) and Aging-in-Place (AIP) are crucial concepts for building sustainable, accessible, and inclusive homes  in Nova Scotia. By integrating these features from the initial design phase, you not only prepare a home for residents of all ages and abilities but also significantly increase its long-term value and usability. Here is a guide to essential features to include from day one: Foundations of Universal Design Universal Design focuses on creating environme