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Alberta Real Estate Feb 24, 2026

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                    Navigating the Alberta Real Estate Market: Opportunity Amidst the Shift   Alberta’s real estate market has long been characterized by its unique blend of affordability, economic resilience, and dramatic swings. As we move through 2026, the market is presenting a complex but potentially rewarding landscape for both buyers and sellers, shaped by migration trends, economic policy, and evolving consumer priorities.   The dominant narrative in recent years has been one of interprovincial migration. Fueled by the relative affordability compared to Toronto and Vancouver, Alberta has seen a significant influx of residents from other provinces. This population growth has been the primary engine of demand, buoying the market even as national economic uncertainty looms. Calgary and Edmonton , in particular, have  experienced sustained interest, keeping competition for entry-level and family-sized homes  firm ...
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Brisbane’s apartment market completes full cycle from oversupply to boom (Australia)

  Property experts say a Fortitude Valley unit that doubled in value in just three years, signals the end of Brisbane’s apartment market nightmare.       Read more:  https://tinyurl.com/3nh8ndbn  
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Edmonton Mayor Andrew Knack warns of 'significant infrastructure deficit' (Edmonton)

  One-third of Edmonton’s enforcement, policing, and waste management vehicles are barely holding together — a warning sign as the city braces for explosive growth over the next decade.       Read more:  https://tinyurl.com/4xru4832  
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Alberta government announces $7.7B investment into physician recruitment in 2026-27 budget (Alberta)

  The Government of Alberta announced a “record-breaking” investment in physician recruitment, training and compensation in the 2026-27 budget.       Read more:  https://tinyurl.com/wnp3vmkc  
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Garry Marr: There's a great divide in Canada's office real estate market and it's creating big winners and big losers (Canada)

  In a Toronto commercial property market where nearly one-fifth of the office space is vacant, the Caisse de dépôt et placement du Québec‘s fully leased CIBC Square is an unqualified success.     Read more:  https://tinyurl.com/ye2zrrxu         
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No new major road construction projects starting this year: city (Edmonton)

  The city says no new major road construction projects are starting this year, and traffic congestion is expected to  ease up  in the fall.       Read more:  https://tinyurl.com/2f2jzxw8  
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Town of Cochrane reminds citizens to check permit requirements before spring renovations (Cochrane)

    Spring is just around the corner in the Town of Cochrane and with the warmer weather comes home renovations and upgrades. The town is encouraging residents and contractors to confirm what permits are  required  and begin the application process before starting home improvement or development projects.        Read more:  https://tinyurl.com/mm8swea8     
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Unique high-speed internet coming to rural areas of Foothills County (Okotoks)

  Mage Networks announced it is bringing high-speed internet access to some rural areas of Foothills County, including Priddis,  Millarville , Kew and out towards Bragg Creek.       Read more:  https://tinyurl.com/4st4c2dc     
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Two Gold Coast suburbs tipped to lead property price boom in 2026 (Australia)

Burleigh Waters and Ormeau are tipped to lead the Gold Coast’s property price growth in 2026, according to a leading property analyst.       Read more:  https://tinyurl.com/3zd9tswy     
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Apartment vacancy rates in rural Alberta reach new lows amid rising rents, survey finds (Alberta)

  When Kayla Copley moved to the central Alberta town of Rocky Mountain House, it took her more than four months to secure a rental apartment suitable for her and her seven-year-old son.        Read more:  https://tinyurl.com/mr48pa3x  
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Smith doubles down on desire for Quebec-style immigration model for Alberta (Alberta)

  Premier Danielle Smith reiterated Saturday that Alberta’s government should have more control over immigration policy, while critics accused the premier of scapegoating newcomers and of inconsistency in her statements on immigration.       Read more:  https://tinyurl.com/2mwphjm2  
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