Housing costs in Canada are high. Buyers and renters are facing the same question everywhere: rent vs buy Canada 2026. Is it cheaper to rent, or does buying finally make sense again, especially in cities like Toronto and Vancouver?

This article breaks down the real math using current prices, rents, mortgage rates, taxes, and rules. No hype. Just numbers, tradeoffs, and clear answers for anyone deciding between renting versus buying a home in Canada.

Market Snapshot: Toronto and Vancouver

Home prices have cooled slightly, but affordability is still stretched. In the Greater Toronto Area, the average home price sits just over one million dollars. In Metro Vancouver, the benchmark price is slightly higher, hovering above 1.1 million.

Rents remain…

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Can the US unilaterally exit from the Canada, US, Mexico Agreement?

Yes. Under the treaty text, any of the three parties, including the United States, may withdraw from the agreement on its own by providing written notice and waiting six months. The more complicated question is whether the U.S. president can do that under domestic U.S. law without Congress, which is unresolved and would likely be litigated.

What the treaty allows

Article 34.6 of the USMCA (CUSMA) states that a party may withdraw from this Agreement by providing written notice of withdrawal to the other Parties, and that the withdrawal takes effect six months after that notice.

The provision also specifies that if one country withdraws, the agreement remains in force among…

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When considering the best place to live in Canada, a few key factors come to mind: affordability, quality of life, safety, job opportunities, amenities, and family friendliness. In early 2026, one city in particular checks all these boxes. If you’re wondering where to live in Canada right now, data-driven evaluations point to Calgary, Alberta, as Canada’s top place to live, and an influx of newcomers suggests many people agree. This article explains why Calgary stands out among the best cities to live in Canada, supported by current data and comparisons, and why so many people are choosing to move there.

Why Calgary Ranks as the Top City in Canada Right Now

Calgry has earned top marks in multiple livability and quality of life rankings. It has been…

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For decades, Canadian investors have quietly looked beyond their own borders when it comes to real estate. Sometimes it was driven by opportunity, sometimes by affordability, and often by lifestyle. In recent years, however, that curiosity has turned into action. More Canadians, particularly individual buyers and retirees, are actively exploring U.S. real estate markets as a way to diversify investments, enhance quality of life, and secure long-term financial flexibility.

What’s changed is not just pricing or currency cycles, but mindset. Real estate is no longer viewed solely as a primary residence or a single rental property. Today’s Canadian buyer is more strategic, more mobile, and far more lifestyle-driven. This shift has brought mixed-use…

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Your first blog post

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Before you get started make sure to update your blog's title, metadata and hero image. You can find these settings by logging into your site and visiting the 'settings' area, then choosing  'Blog' from the left menu. 

To start creating your own blogs click the 3 line menu in the backend, choose content and then choose 'Blog Posts' from the left side menu.

Use the WYSIWYG editor to add your unique content, photos and embed videos. Once you are done scroll down and choose when to publish your post, add a preview image for social sharing and a new hero image.  Click 'Save' and you're done!

If you are new to blogging and not sure how to get started or if you're a seasoned expert looking for inspiration check out this thread on…

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