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

Stephen Avenue Place, one of downtown Calgary’s landmark office and retail towers, has been placed into receivership — a significant development for the city’s commercial real estate sector.   Located at 700 2nd Street SW, the 40-storey tower controlled by Slate Asset Management and financed through a syndicated mortgage led by Timbercreek Financial. Senior debt reportedly totals $139 million, against a City of Calgary assessed value of approximately $59.95 million. The Court

Ayrshire Group is moving ahead with three new purpose-built rental developments in Calgary, underscoring the city’s continued strength as a destination for multi-residential investment.   Projects include: The Galloway (Beltline): A 10-storey, 323-unit rental building featuring a partnership with the Sinneave Family Foundation to provide units for neuro-diverse residents. Copenhagen Block (former Danish Canadian Club site): A 10-storey, 242-unit boutique development with four

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

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