Emerging Trends and Strategic Insights in Canadian Multifamily Real Estate
Multifamily Real Estate Insights Podcast
The Real Estate Multifamily Insights Podcast is your trusted source for news, strategies, expert interviews, and actionable tips to grow your wealth through multifamily real estate, in Canada and beyond. Hosted by seasoned investor Sandy Mackay.
Sandy MacKay

Emerging Trends and Strategic Insights in Canadian Multifamily Real Estate

E202 • Nov 21, 2025 • 12 mins

In this episode, Sandy MacKay introduces emerging trends and challenges in the Canadian multifamily real estate sector. He discusses shifts in development focus and financing within the industry, highlighting market resilience. Sandy explores innovations in construction and financing, emphasizing their impact on the sector. The episode features a sponsor segment with Venn's Series B funding announcement and provides an update on JVM Realty's strategic acquisition. Sandy also offers insights into the roles of Continental Properties and Berkadia in the market. The episode concludes with Sandy's closing remarks.

Key Points

  • Developers in Canada are increasingly shifting their focus from condominiums to purpose-built rental apartments, leveraging municipal incentives and innovative financing structures.
  • Calgary stands out as a key market due to its affordability, net migration, and robust home-building activities, while Vancouver remains a focal point for development despite high costs.
  • Venn's platform enhances multifamily housing operations by increasing retention, boosting net operating income, and unlocking new revenue streams through various resident services.
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