A new housing report says Calgarians unable to afford a home in their city anymore are starting to look to buy elsewhere, and they have their sights set on Edmonton.
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Monthly Archives: November 2024
Opinion: Calgary’s strength fuels Canada’s prosperity
I take my role as a champion for Calgary seriously. Standing before Calgary’s business leaders and innovators at the Chamber of Commerce on Monday, I shared the key themes of the year: progress, innovation and determination. Today, I want to extend that message to all Calgarians.
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Edmonton proposing policy changes to support migrant communities
Migrant trends are changing Edmonton’s demographics and the City of Edmonton needs to recognize that with a new policy for migrants, the city’s community and public services committee heard Monday.
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Varcoe: ‘Companies are hiring’: Employment in oilpatch hits highest point since 2015
It’s been a tumultuous decade for thousands of workers in Canada’s oil and gas industry, but a new report notes employment across the sector has reached its highest level since February 2015.
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Sellers rejoice, buyers sweat: Homes will become pricier in Canada next year
A few solid rate cuts from the Bank of Canada this year alleviated stress for aspiring homeowners and certain mortgage holders, but residential real estate is about to get even more expensive.
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What’s delayed and what’s on track in Airdrie’s major developments?
Today, the Community Infrastructure and Strategic Growth Standing Committee will be presented an update on the 2024 Fall Major Capital Projects, detailing key projects to enhance Airdrie’s infrastructure, community facilities, and essential services.
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Local monthly home building beats 2023 for first time
Single-family home construction surpassed its 2023 pace last month for the first time in 2024.
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Vocal opponent of city power business unhappy with review
A major review of the city’s energy business launched after sky-rocketing power prices last year suggests the power plant and energy distribution business become apolitical through a municipally controlled corporation.
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Crowsnest Pass voters support mine in referendum
Eligible voters in the Crowsnest Pass on Monday went to the polls for a non-binding referendum about coal mining.
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What to expect in Singapore’s 2025 private property market
Singapore’s private housing market is poised for steady growth in 2025, with local and international factors driving demand.
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