Updates On Rents Across The Country

Canada's rental market in 2024 saw record new construction and higher vacancy rates (2.2%), though still below historical averages. New tenants faced 23.5% rent increases, while overall two-bedroom rents rose 5.4%. Despite more availability, affordability remained challenging as new construction focused on luxury units. Calgary led rent increases, while Toronto saw slower growth due to rent control and increased supply Calgary and Edmonton saw significant construction but longer vacancy periods Rent affordability remained a challenge, particularly in Ontario where payment delinquencies increased Exchange-Traded Funds (ETFs) | BMO Global Asset ManagementSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.