On November 21st, the Government of Canada unveiled its 2023 Fall Economic Statement, an annual fiscal report that provides an update on the state of the Canadian economy and the government’s plans for future spending. The report – acutely focused on Canada’s housing affordability and supply crisis – announced new funding for the creation of more affordable housing and purpose-built rental un ...

Preparing your home for winter can be a daunting task. Starting early and taking time between jobs will make it much more manageable. Your efforts will keep out the cold, keep money in your pocket through energy savings and keep your home running efficiently. Here are six ways to winterize your home this season. Maintain machines and appliances Having your furnace and ventilation system s ...

The season of pumpkin spice is once again upon us, and so are fall decorating traditions. For many of us, the transition from summer to fall is a nostalgic time to break out the spooky decor, unpack the turkey-themed table runner and adorn the front door with our favourite fall wreath. But, if dressing up the house with orange pumpkins and burlap year after year is getting a bit stale over ti ...

Moving can be a very exciting time for a family. The anticipation of new surroundings, opportunities and a fresh start can be quite enticing. However, moving is considered a major life event, and affects all children differently. If you are a parent who is looking for ways to help your child handle the moving process and adjust to their new environment, read these five tips on how to help th ...

Every now and then, you may look at your kitchen and feel that it needs a facelift to bring it up to speed with current design trends. Thankfully, upgrading your home doesn’t have to break the bank, or require a major construction overhaul. Even small updates like switching out cabinet hardware or applying a new coat of paint can make your kitchen feel brand new. Here are five small yet po ...

From graduates moving back home after finishing post-secondary school, to elderly parents living with their adult children, more Canadians are choosing to cohabitate with family members. Although the tradition of generations residing together under one roof is not a new concept, the trend has become more common in North America in recent years. In an effort to communally raise young children ...

When it comes to putting money away to buy their first home, the federal government’s ‘tax-free in, tax-free out’ First Home Savings Account aims to give Canadians a helping hand. As of April 1st, Canadians aged 18 or older who are purchasing their first home are eligible to enroll in a tax-free First Home Savings Account (FHSA). Introduced in the 2022 federal budget, the FHSA combines eleme ...

Jacquie Friesen has both sold homes for us as well as bought them on several occasions. She and her son Kurt have always been available to us and respond to our texts and phone calls quickly.  They are personable, professionals who know all facets of their business. They have always given us good advise regarding staging and presented recently sold homes/ condos in the same area of like size ...