Weekly Address October 26th Edition

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A roundup of the latest real estate, business, and political news shaping Canada’s economy—and what it means for real estate investors.

 

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Here’s your quick roundup of what’s happening this week in Canadian real estate, business, and investing — plus the latest community poll where you can share your take on the market.

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Your quick dose of what’s moving markets and mortgages! Below you’ll find the latest real estate and business news shaping the landscape for Canadian investors.

 

Real Estate News

 

B.C. billionaire Ruby Liu loses court fight to take over Hudson’s Bay properties

TORONTO — A B.C. billionaire who spent the summer fighting to move a department store she wants to create into former Hudson’s Bay properties has found herself on the losing end of an Ontario Superior Court decision.

www.biv.com/news/bc-billionaire-ruby-liu-loses-court-fight-to-take-over-hudsons-bay-properties-11396898

 

 

 

North Vancouver council gives final OK to what will be the North Shore’s tallest tower

The Capilano Road development, including a 37-storey tower, will house a hotel and rental units

www.nsnews.com/real-estate-news/north-vancouver-council-gives-final-ok-to-what-will-be-the-north-shores-tallest-tower-11390368

 

 

 

Doug Ford government proposes to allow tenant evictions when leases are up in new bill

Currently, tenants are protected from eviction unless there is a legal reason — such as unpaid rent or the landlord wants to move in — even after their lease expires.

www.thestar.com/real-estate/doug-ford-government-proposes-to-allow-tenant-evictions-when-leases-are-up-in-new-bill/article_c7f2314b-bf65-4484-932f-9616b892b2d5.html

 

 

 

City of Richmond to host meeting on ‘consequential’ Cowichan Tribes case

RICHMOND — A British Columbia mayor hopes an upcoming meeting will give property owners affected by the Cowichan Tribes case more information, calling the decision “one of the most consequential rulings of any court” in Canadian history.

www.westerninvestor.com/national-business/city-of-richmond-to-host-meeting-on-consequential-cowichan-tribes-case-11368881

 

 

 

Heritage act changes to have sweeping effect on land development in B.C.

Vaughn Palmer: The B.C. NDP and their First Nations partners likely already know what they want and hope to get it enacted with minimal public scrutiny and backlash

vancouversun.com/opinion/columnists/bc-heritage-act-changes-sweeping-effect-land-development-first-nations

 

 

 

Recent Pods

 

YouTube video by Steve Saretsky

Inflation Rebounds Ahead of Bank of Canada Decision | The Loonie Hour Episode 211

 

 

YouTube video by CBC British Columbia

Metro Vancouver condo market continues to slump

 

 

YouTube video by CTV News

What cuts will come from the federal budget?

 

 

YouTube video by CBC News: The National

Land claim ruling ‘may compromise’ status of homeowners in Richmond, B.C.

 

Business News

 

Trump’s Asia trip: US and China agree to framework of a trade deal | CNN Politics

President Donald Trump will meet with key leaders over the next several days in Malaysia, Japan and South Korea, including a closely watched sit-down with Chinese leader Xi Jinping. Follow for live updates.

www.cnn.com/politics/live-news/trump-asia-trip-china-10-26-25

 

 

 

Futures: China Trade Deal Close; Huge Earnings On Tap

Upcoming tech titans’ earnings have huge AI implications. A Fed rate cut is on tap.

www.investors.com/market-trend/stock-market-today/dow-jones-futures-china-trade-deal-trump-xi-apple-earnings-fed-rate-cut

 

 

 

Trump says he’s increasing tariffs on Canada by 10% after Ontario’s Reagan ad | CNN Business

President Donald Trump said Saturday he is increasing the tariff on Canada by 10% over current levels, further escalating trade tensions over what he called a “fake” ad that featured parts of an anti-tariff speech by former President Ronald Reagan in 1987.

www.cnn.com/2025/10/25/business/trump-tariffs-canada-reagan

 

 

Sunday Poll

As 2025 winds down, Canadians are taking stock of where the economy stands – from stubborn inflation to signs of recovery on the horizon.

How would you describe your outlook on the Canadian economy heading into 2026?

 

Last Wednesday’s Poll Results

Last Wednesday’s poll was about the the Federal Housing Minister Gregor Robertson comments that average housing prices in Canada need to fall to restore affordability and 40% of you said Yes — lower prices are essential for affordability.

 

Upcoming Dates

📅 Oct 29th – The Bank of Canada’s Interest Rate Announcement (Bank of Canada)
📅 Oct 30th – The Survey of Employment, Payrolls and Hours (SEPH) / job vacancy data are also released; for example, August SEPH and job vacancy data will be updated October 30, 2025. In the most recent data, Canada lost 66,000 jobs in August, and unemployment rose to 7.1 %.

 

How to Fund Your Card

Slight changes have been made to how your wallet and cards work. Now that we’ve introduced third-party Exempt Market Dealers on the platform, members can fund their cards directly within the investment flow in the dealer’s zone. To add funds for an investment, simply open the app, choose a third-party party exempt market dealer, choose the property you’re interested in, click Invest, and follow the steps. One of the steps will prompt you to add funds to your card—once complete, your balance will update automatically and you can finish your investment. This update streamlines the process so everything happens smoothly within the investment experience.

As always, if you have any questions about a specific investment, please reach out directly to the third-party Exempt Market Dealer to speak with a Dealing Representative.

 

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Home insurance premiums are up by 9% this year

Home insurance costs continue to climb, with premiums rising over 9% this year and more than 60% in the past five years. However, coverage hasn’t kept pace, leaving many homeowners paying significantly more for less protection. With affordability becoming a growing concern, it’s more important than ever to compare options—check out Money’s handy home insurance tool to find the best fit for you.

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