British Columbia’s Fraser Valley saw its busiest year ever during 2021, shattering home sales records as buyers flocked to the region.

However you chose to spend your days resting and recuperating last month — whether it was catching up on Netflix or enjoying midday naps — you may have overlooked a few important stories on Livabl.

In Toronto’s St. Lawrence neighbourhood, a four-star hotel that is currently in use as a temporary shelter could be slated for redevelopment thanks to a newly-submitted application to the City.

Shifting property values reflect increased demand for single-family homes and reduced affordability sending buyers searching for properties in the Fraser Valley, away from Vancouver’s higher prices and limited supply.

Wrangling personal debt is the main financial priority among Canadians heading into the new year. According to a recent poll by CIBC, 20 per cent of respondents tabbed debt repayment as their top priority in 2022.

Starting off 2022, average rents for one-bedroom residences in the Greater Toronto Area have taken a noticeable plunge compared to the previous month, which ended 2021 on a high note.

At the pandemic’s outset, the Bank of Canada slashed interest rates in an effort to stimulate the Canadian economy. But how will rising rates impact the real estate market in the new year?

Everyone has their favourite collection of bars and eateries across downtown Toronto, whether you enjoy a crisp pint or a plate of classic pub grub.

Metro Vancouver strengthened its status as one of Canada’s hottest housing markets in 2021, with record-breaking sales totals and home prices reaching all-time highs.

From sci-fi towers to waterfront condos, there were a number of new development applications put forward in 2021 that, if approved, could shape the landscape of Toronto’s downtown communities.

Still recovering from the effects of the pandemic, Canada’s multi-suite rental market is expected to continue strengthening in the new year, according to a new report from Morguard Coproration.

Total November new home sales of 5,042 were 29 per cent above the 10-year average.

Livabl caught up with Mark Cohen, Managing Partner at TCS Marketing Systems, and Serena Quaglia, Vice President of Strategy, to reflect on some of the highlights from 2021 and look ahead to what’s in store for 2022.

Edmonton’s vacancy rates continue to decrease as 2021 comes to a close, ending the fourth quarter at 8.5 per cent, according to Zonda Urban’s Q4-2021 Rental Take.

Amid surging prices and tight supply, Canada’s housing affordability has dropped to its worst level in 31 years, according to a report released today by RBC.

Search terms for ‘affordable homes for sale,’ ‘rent relief,’ ‘luxury homes,’ and ‘luxury condo for rent’ all increased significantly during 2020 and 2021, according to Point2Homes.