Calgary Co-op has introduced a new mixed-use grocery location, signalling an evolution in how essential retail is being embedded within higher-density development. Unlike traditional suburban formats characterized by larger standalone buildings and surface parking, this concept is integrated within a residential development and oriented toward walkable access. The approach reflects broader intensification trends across Calgary, where retail is increasingly positioned within..

Calgary’s rental market remained stable through 2025, even as the city delivered one of the largest increases in purpose-built rental supply in decades. Calgary’s rental market is entering a period of sustained balance, supported by strong development momentum and shifting renter preferences toward purpose-built product.   • Vacancy held steady at 5% in 2025, signaling balanced supply and demand despite a sharp rise in completions. • Purpose-built rental supply grew by 11%, t

The latest CFIB Business Barometer shows long-term small business confidence rising to 55.5, supported by holiday-season expectations — though still just below the historical average.   Short-term sentiment remains soft, and cost pressures continue to shape decision-making: 56% of firms cite insufficient demand as a key constraint. 72% report taxes and regulatory burden as major challenges. Price-increase expectations eased to 2.5%, with wage expectations steady at 2.2%.   Fo

A landmark Canadian sale process is now underway for the Conservatory Group’s 61-property Ontario portfolio, encompassing residential, commercial, industrial, and development land across the Greater Toronto Area and surrounding municipalities. The disposition represents one of the largest Canadian multi-asset offerings in decades.   For Calgary and Western Canada, the sale may present opportunities for Alberta investors seeking to diversify into long-term redevelopment and mi

Marriott International has ended its licensing agreement with Sonder Holdings, prompting the short-term rental operator to file for Chapter 7 liquidation. The move marks the collapse of one of the most prominent hotel-apartment hybrid models in North America. For Calgary’s evolving hospitality and mixed-use market, the news reinforces the need for financially resilient models as more adaptive reuse and conversion projects come online. Connect with Clearview:  For market news

Developers and investors are accelerating off-campus student housing projects across Western Canada — addressing one of the country’s most undersupplied real estate asset classes.   In Metro Vancouver, Forum Asset Management is moving into a leadership position in the student housing sector. Following its $1.7 billion acquisition of Alignvest Student Housing — a 17-property portfolio comprising more than 7,150 beds — Forum has advanced new projects in the region, including a

Canada’s tourism sector saw an all-time high this summer, with $59 billion in revenue between May and August — up six per cent year-over-year , according to Destination Canada.   Key drivers included:• Domestic tourism up 7% , as more Canadians travelled within the country.• International travel up 10% , led by strong overseas markets.• National hotel occupancy at 80.7% in August — the highest since 2014.   In Alberta, operators like Crowsnest Adventures saw business quadru

The CFIB Business Barometer shows small business optimism declining again, with the 12-month outlook falling to 46.3.   Trade tensions are weighing heavily — 72% of business owners report negative impacts — while weak demand and cost pressures continue to challenge operations. Alberta confidence remains below the 50-point mark, echoing cautious expectations heading into year-end.   Connect with Us: Interested in how these confidence trends could influence upcoming leasing ne

The Globe and Mail’s Report on Business has released its Top Growing Companies of 2025 , and Alberta is strongly represented.   Calgary highlights include: Valeura Energy (#1 overall) – 20,064% three-year revenue growth. PurposeMed (#23) – virtual health care provider. Helcim (#44) – cloud-based payment platform. Saturn Oil & Gas (#49) – energy producer. Goodlawyer (#50) – legal services platform. Virtuous Circle Counselling (#60) – therapy services. Rayner Constructio

A worker needs to earn more than double Alberta’s $15/hour minimum wage to afford a one-bedroom apartment at the 30% income threshold....

Downtown Calgary’s 28-storey First Tower has been acquired by G2S2 Capital Inc. and its affiliate Armco Group of Companies.   The...

Alberta’s film and TV sector contributed about $450 million to the province’s GDP in 2023 and supported more than 3,200 jobs, according...

Calgary is marking two major milestones in aviation training: Mount Royal University will celebrate the grand opening of its new...

Imperial Oil is moving ahead with plans to downsize as part of a broader restructuring effort. The company says the changes are aimed at...

A new National Bank report shows real investment in industrial machinery and equipment has fallen to its lowest level since 1981—starkly...

Vancouver is moving to remove rezoning requirements in key corridors like Broadway and Cambie—allowing developers to proceed directly to...

The CFIB Business Barometer shows Canadian small business confidence rising slightly, with the 12-month outlook at 50.2. Short-term...

The Government of Alberta has unveiled a new levy framework for large-scale, grid-connected AI data centres: 2% hardware levy effective...

Calgary has broken ground on Boro Block, a 196-unit below-market rental project at 11 Haddon Road SW, the former YMCA site. The...