Starlight Investments, CMHC Updates, and Alberta Multifamily Market Insights
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Sandy MacKay

Starlight Investments, CMHC Updates, and Alberta Multifamily Market Insights

E230 • Dec 19, 2025 • 8 mins

In this episode, Sandy MacKay delves into Starlight Investments' latest fund and joint venture, highlighting investor opportunities and challenges. He provides updates on the CMHC Multi-Unit Mortgage Loan Insurance program and its implications for investors. Sandy examines the dynamics of Alberta's multifamily real estate market, offering insights into future outlooks and strategic approaches for the region. The episode concludes with Sandy's closing remarks, summarizing the discussions and expressing gratitude to the listeners for their engagement and support.

Key Points

  • Starlight Investments' $750 million fund aims to acquire purpose-built multifamily rental properties in major Canadian urban markets, reflecting strong investor confidence and ongoing demand for rental housing.
  • Changes to the CMHC Multi-Unit Mortgage Loan Insurance program, including the removal of restrictions on refinance proceeds and extended amortization periods, offer greater flexibility and leverage for multifamily investors.
  • Alberta's multifamily real estate market is experiencing a shift due to an oversupply of housing, leading to higher vacancy rates and stabilized or softened rental rates, prompting developers to adopt more cautious and strategic approaches.
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