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The Centre for Urban Research and Land Development is an expert-led research Centre, dedicated to formulating policies and solutions to address the concerns confronting urban growth and change within the Greater Golden Horseshoe, as well as to educating students to take leadership roles in these pursuits. Its orientation is founded on uniting economics and market analysis within the context and understanding of social and environmental considerations.
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March 13, 2025
What Lower Interest Rates and Tariff Turmoil Mean for Canada's Housing Market (external link)
The Epoch Times speaks with CUR Director, David Amborski, regarding the Bank of Canada's recent interest rate drop. While the decrease should 'disperse some consumer confidence' in the real estate market, tariffs may increase caution among homebuilders as construction materials are expected to go up in price.
By: Matthew Horwood
February 26, 2025
The Toronto Star quotes CUR Senior Research Fellow, Frank Clayton, on possible factors attributing to the 160% rise in rental starts from 2019 to 2024. Clayton cites the removal of rent controls, along with CMHC's Apartment Construction Loan Program, and incentives from the federal government, including Ottawa's removal of the goods and services tax on purpose-built rentals.
By: Manuela Vega
February 3, 2025
The Toronto Star speaks with Frank Clayton, Senior Research Fellow, regarding the potential impacts of Donald Trump's proposed tariffs (and counter-tariffs) on the Canadian housing market.
By: Manuela Vega
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