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Weather getting colder but real estate sales warming

As fall moves into winter, housing sales traditionally slow down…

Saanich releases 2024 Housing Needs Report

Housing supply is a fundamental priority for Greater Victoria.…

Region’s ‘living wage’ jumps 5.4% from one year ago

Even with inflation tamed, there is a noticeable increase in…

Saanich making plans to address major challenges

It's the biggest and most populous municipality on Vancouver…

Chamber policy resolution passes unanimously

Work spearheaded by staff at the Greater Victoria Chamber of…

Real estate market balanced for buyers and sellers

With another Bank of Canada interest rate cut expected later…

Vital Signs Report gives housing failing grade, again

Greater Victoria has earned a "B" from this year's Vital Signs…

New units added to affordable housing supply

Adding to Greater Victoria's housing supply is critical. We need…

Pre-approved housing designs available for download

The province has introduced a plan to speed up housing construction…

Real estate summer slowdown typical for the season

Despite falling interest rates, Greater Victoria's housing market…

GVHS adds 68 affordable rental homes in Victoria

Affordable housing is vital to the health of Greater Victoria's…

Chamber calls on feds to focus funds on military housing

The Chamber's proposed policy resolution calling for…