In this episode of In-House , CMHC Deputy Chief Economist Aled ab Iorwerth joins us to unpack the key findings from CMHC’s 2026 Canadian Rental Housing Development Survey. 🔍 What you'll learn in this episode: Why 49% of developers are pessimistic about the short-term outlook The impact of approval delays, market conditions, financing challenges, and raising costs How developers are shifting toward

In this episode of In-House, we unpack CMHC’s latest Housing Supply Report Join our Deputy Chief Economist to explore topics like: 🏠 Canada needs roughly 417K to 469K homes per year to restore pre-pandemic affordability by 2036. 📉 Construction is expected to slow faster than demand. ⚠️ Not building enough during the current housing slowdown is a key risk. 🏘️ Rental markets are moving toward better

Housing demand slowed in Northern Canada in 2025. Affordability pressures eased. So why do housing shortages remain so severe? In this episode, we explore the findings from CMHC's latest Northern Housing Report with Deputy Chief Economist, Aled ab Iorwerth. Join us to unpack what's happening in Whitehorse, Yellowknife and Iqaluit. From construction costs and labour shortages to overcrowding and li

In this episode of In-House, we unpack CMHC’s latest update on the Housing Market Outlook — covering what’s ahead for the economy, home prices, rental markets, and housing supply. Our Deputy Chief Economist walks through: • Why economic growth is expected to grow slowly in 2026 • How housing demand has remained lower than expected despite rising affordability. • Where rental markets are diverging

Asking rents are falling in many Canadian cities, vacancies are rising in newer rental units, but the benefits aren’t being felt by everyone. On the surface, it looks like Canada’s rental market is finally easing. So why do so many renters still feel stuck? In this episode of In-House , host Joelle Hamilton speaks with Tania Bourassa-Ochoa, Deputy Chief Economist at CMHC, to break down the 2026 Mi

We talked to over 4,100 recent mortgage consumers across Canada. We surveyed homebuyers, renewers, and refinancers, to find out how they feel about buying a home, securing a mortgage, and who they turned to for help. CMHC expert Sabrina Guay breaks down what they said.

Canada's mortgage market hit a turning point in 2025, and in this episode of In-House, we dig into what the data is really telling us. Host Joelle Hamilton sits down with Aled ab Iorwerth, CMHC Deputy Chief Economist, to break down the Spring 2026 Residential Mortgage Industry Report (RMIR). They cover what drove the biggest renewal wave in recent memory, why borrowers are shifting back to variabl

In-House is more than market trends and data. It's about people and programs. From coast to coast to coast, we share stories of Canadians who are directly impacted by our funding. Today, we introduce you to northern housing developers Amanda Doiron and Stuart Rostant. Partners in life and work, the couple met in Canada and started their careers in Trinidad and Tobago before taking a leap and movin

Where is Canada’s housing system gaining momentum – and where are pressures quietly building beneath the surface? Join our Deputy Chief Economist Tania Bourassa-Ochoa as she delves into the key findings from our recent Housing Supply Report. Tune in to gain valuable insights and stay updated on the latest housing trends!

n this episode of In-House, we unpack CMHC’s 2026 Housing Market Outlook — covering what’s ahead for the economy, home prices, rental markets and housing supply. Our expert walks through: • Why economic growth is expected to be weak in 2026 • What slowing population growth means for housing demand • Why construction is forecast to decline across much of the country • How rental markets are easing

Canada’s housing system went through major changes in 2025 and this Year-In-Review episode breaks down the key themes shaping the year and the outlook for 2026. Chief Economist Mathieu Laberge joins host Joelle Hamilton to explore: • Persistent structural barriers slowing new housing • Canada’s growing supply gap and why doubling starts is essential • Why construction still takes so long, despite

Canada’s rental market is changing — fast. Vacancy is rising, supply is growing, turnover rents are falling, and renters are finally seeing more choice. In this episode of In-House, Tania Bourassa-Ochoa, one of CMHC’s Deputy Chief Economists, breaks down the key insights from the 2025 Rental Market Report and explain what it means for affordability, demand, supply, and regional trends across the c

Canada’s mortgage market is shifting and the Fall 2025 Residential Mortgage Industry Report reveals what’s changing for borrowers, lenders, and the housing outlook. In this episode of In-House, host Joelle Hamilton speaks with CMHC Deputy Chief Economist Aled ab Iorwerth about: ✔ Why fixed-rate mortgages are popular again ✔ Big 6 lenders gaining market share ✔ Rising delinquency rates in Ontario a

We need to break down barriers for municipalities—so they can accelerate building and have a lasting impact on housing supply. We sat down with CMHC’s Deputy Chief Economist Aled ab Iorwerth & Director, Government Relations and Head of the Housing Accelerator Fund Chris Woodcock to dive into what’s holding back new housing and the bold actions needed to accelerate growth. 🏡 Listen in for expert in

On this episode, we meet Dale, a senior who found herself homeless and alone during a northern winter. She stayed a few nights with friends, but desperately needed a long-term solution. That's when she found AVEN Pavilion.

Join our Deputy Chief Economist Tania Bourassa-Ochoa as she delves into the key findings from our recent Housing Supply Report. In this episode, we discuss contrasting trends across key cities, with growth in ground-oriented construction and a slowdown in condos. Learn how these shifts could impact supply, affordability, and the construction workforce. Tune in to gain valuable insights and stay up

How can the housing sector tackle climate change and prioritize sustainability? Join us in our latest episode of In-House, where we’re joined by Daniel Dicaire, Senior Manager of Sustainability and Conservation at Ottawa Community Housing Corporation. Listen and subscribe for more insights from Canada’s housing experts.

Canada needs more rental housing—but how do we build it without putting tenants at risk? In this episode of In-House, CMHC’s Deputy Chief Economist Aled ab Iorwerth explains what CMHC’s research tells us about rent control, financialization, and how to scale up rental supply while safeguarding tenant rights. Listen and subscribe for more insights from Canada’s housing experts. 📌 Full article: http

In this episode of In-House , CMHC Deputy Chief Economist Aled ab Iorwerth joins host Joelle Hamilton to unpack the key findings from CMHC’s 2025 Canadian Rental Construction Survey. We explore what’s driving short-term developer pessimism—and what could help unlock more purpose-built rental housing across the country. 🔍 What you'll learn in this episode: Why 42% of developers are pessimistic abou

After serving in Afghanistan, Jeremy found himself homeless. With support from Homes For Heroes, he got a second chance—and now helps fellow veterans do the same. Hear his story!