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 — and what that means for renters 

• Where regional markets are diverging (Ontario, B.C., Quebec, Prairies) 

• What all this means for Canadians deciding whether to rent, buy or wait 

Whether you’re a policymaker, planner, developer, housing professional or just trying to understand what’s happening in your local market, this conversation breaks down the data in clear, practical terms. 

🔗 Explore the full Housing Market Outlook: https://www.cmhc-schl.gc.ca/professionals/housing-markets-data-and-research/market-reports/housing-market/housing-market-outlook

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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 new policy momentum 
• A turning point in rental markets — including Vancouver’s 30-year vacancy high 
• Big shifts in borrowing, lending, and mortgage trends 
• Regional differences in housing starts and affordability 
• What to watch for in 2026 as reforms take hold 
 
🎧 Listen for a clear, accessible breakdown of Canada’s housing story — and the signals that matter most for the year ahead.

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 country. 

We cover: 

• National vacancy trends 
• Record-high rental completions 
• Slower rental demand 
• Turnover vs non-turnover rents 
• Regional stories from Toronto, Calgary, Edmonton, Halifax, Montréal, and more 
• What to expect in 2026 

Listen now for expert insights on Canada’s evolving rental landscape! 

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 and B.C. 

 ✔ What 750,000+ mortgage renewals mean for payments and affordability 

Read the full RMIR: https://www.cmhc-schl.gc.ca/professionals/housing-markets-data-and-research/housing-research/research-reports/housing-finance/residential-mortgage-industry-report

Explore the interactive Residential Mortgage Industry Data Dashboard: https://www.cmhc-schl.gc.ca/professionals/housing-markets-data-and-research/housing-data/residential-mortgage-industry-data-dashboard 

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 insights on the future of Canada’s housing market. 

Track Housing Accelerator Fund progress here: https://ow.ly/ZBOB50X6rkn

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 updated on the latest housing trends! 

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. 

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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 about the short-term outlook 
• The impact of financing challenges, development fees and tariffs 
• How developers are shifting toward “build-to-hold” strategies, instead of “build-to-sell" 
• Why modular and prefabricated homes are still underused in Canada 
• What these insights mean for Canada’s broader housing supply goals