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The 2026 National Census has officially begun, requiring most Canadian households to complete a short questionnaire. Approximately one-quarter of households will fill out a longer form with 70 questions.

The proposed high-speed rail line between Montreal and Ottawa is projected to cross approximately 1,700 properties, affecting around 500 farmers, according to Alto's CEO. Public consultations have concluded, and a final corridor will be revealed this autumn.

The recent announcement of Canada's 100 Best Restaurants includes 14 eateries from Vancouver, showcasing the city's vibrant culinary scene. Notably, AnnaLena ranks highest among them at 12th place.
BC Hydro is exploring two massive new hydroelectric projects—Site E on the Peace River and a multi-dam complex on the Homathko River—to meet electricity demand forecasted to jump 50% by 2050. For real estate investors and developers, the proposals signal where industrial growth and transmission infrastructure may concentrate over the next two decades, while highlighting the urgency of electrification costs for new housing.

A new NerdWallet Canada survey finds over one-third of non-homeowners want to purchase a home within the next year but expect to remain renters or live with relatives instead, viewing housing as overpriced and unfair to first-time buyers. For Greater Vancouver, this signals a large pool of sidelined demand that cannot easily convert into sales, reshaping the dynamics for sellers, landlords, and move-up buyers.
