Ottawa Property Managers

04/10/2026

We’re proud to share that Ottawa Property Managers has been named 1st Place Winner at the 2025 Ontario Business Awards in the Property Management in Ottawa category.

This recognition means a lot to us. It reflects the trust of our clients, the hard work of our team, and our commitment to delivering professional, responsive, and reliable property management services every day.

To our landlords, tenants, partners, and supporters — thank you for being part of this journey. Your support continues to inspire us to raise the bar and keep improving.

We’re honoured by this award and excited for what’s ahead.

03/27/2026

Big housing news in Ontario. The province is moving to remove the provincial portion of the HST on eligible new homes, which could reduce costs and help stimulate new housing development. In a market where affordability and supply are major issues, this is a notable step in the right direction.

Premier Doug Ford announced the plan Wednesday at a news conference in Mississauga, saying the full 13 per cent tax will be removed for new homes valued up to $1 million from April 1, 2026 to March 31, 2027.

03/23/2026

Ontario rents are continuing to shift, with larger GTA units seeing some of the biggest declines this month but rents throughout Ontario (and Ottawa) are facing similar impacts. A good reminder that pricing and market awareness matter more than ever for landlords and investors.

Interesting read for anyone following the Ontario rental market:

liv.rent's Ontario Rent Report looks at rental data in the GTA, analyzing need-to-know statistics for renters & landlords.

02/12/2026

2025 in Review: What We Learned About Canada’s Rental Market! 📊🏠

Just read the latest Rentals.ca 2025 Year in Review, and it’s packed with insights from millions of renter searches across Canada — from which cities saw the most demand, to when renters were most active, and what amenities mattered most in 2025. 🧠📈

Whether you’re a renter trying to understand trends or a landlord looking to sharpen your listings, this data-driven snapshot is a great way to end the year with fresh perspective. 🔍✨

👉 Check out the full breakdown here: rentals.ca/blog/rentals-ca-year-in-review-best-of-2025

Rentals.ca is designed to help you during your rental journey. Rentals.ca easy-to-use map-based search combined with high performing filters and listing alerts makes finding a new rental home in Canada easier and faster.

02/06/2026

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📊 Good news for renters in the capital! Ottawa’s rental market continues to show strength and balance — with rent growth cooling, more supply coming online, and a stable housing market overall. These trends are helping make rentals more accessible while still supporting long-term investment in our city. 🏙️✨

https://www.canadianmortgagetrends.com/2025/11/canadas-rental-market-is-shifting-from-crisis-to-cooldown/

Desjardins says rent growth is finally cooling after years of pressure, driven by a surge in new rental supply and fewer newcomers but warns high construction costs and policy shifts could quickly undo the gains.

01/30/2026

🔍 Landlord Tip: What You Can Legally Ask During Tenant Screening in Ontario 🏡

When you’re evaluating rental applications in Ontario, it’s important to know what’s allowed — and what’s not — so your process stays fair and compliant.

Here’s a quick guide to the info landlords can legally request from prospective tenants:
✅ Income verification – proof of job and ability to pay rent
✅ Credit checks & references (with written consent)
✅ Rental history – past landlord contacts and payment patterns
✅ Government-issued ID to confirm identity
✅ Number of occupants in the unit

At the same time, landlords must NOT ask questions that could be discriminatory, including things like age, ethnicity, religion, family status or disability. That’s protected under the Ontario Human Rights Code.

It’s all about balancing due diligence with fairness and keeping your screenings respectful and law-abiding.

Have questions about how you do your screening? Contact us and we will be gladly help you!

01/15/2026

📊 New Rental Market Data is Here!

The latest Rentsync National Rental Demand Report – January 2026 shows that renter activity continued to soften into the end of 2025, with active prospects and available properties both declining. This reflects cautious renter behaviour and affordability challenges affecting mobility across markets. Looking ahead, the usual seasonal rebound in renter interest is expected, but from a more muted baseline than in previous years.

National average asking rents fell 2.3% YoY, marking 15 straight months of declines.

Want the full insights on what this means for landlords, tenants, and rental property trends?

👉 Read the full report!

Canadian rental demand declines in December, signaling a slow start to 2026. Explore the latest trends and market segment insights in our detailed analysis.

01/12/2026

🏆 Big News! 🏆
We’re incredibly proud to share that Ottawa Property Managers has won the Top Choice Award for the 3rd year in a row! 🎉🎉🎉

A huge thank you to all of our tenants and landlords for your continued trust and support. We’re grateful for the opportunity to serve you and proud to work with such an amazing community. 🥳

🏆 Grande nouvelle! 🏆
Nous sommes extrêmement fiers d’annoncer que Ottawa Property Managers a remporté le Top Choice Award pour une 3e année consécutive! 🎉🎉🎉

Un immense merci à tous nos locataires et propriétaires pour votre confiance continue. Nous sommes reconnaissants de pouvoir vous servir et fiers d’accompagner une communauté aussi exceptionnelle. 🥳

01/09/2026

📢 Bill 60 Update for Ontario Landlords

Bill 60 (Fighting Delays, Building Faster Act, 2025) has received Royal Assent and is aimed at reducing delays at the Landlord and Tenant Board—especially for non-payment of rent cases.

⚠️ Important: While Bill 60 is now law, many tenancy-related changes are not yet in force. New regulations and updated LTB forms are still required.

For now, landlords must continue to follow the current Residential Tenancies Act and existing LTB procedures. We’re closely monitoring updates and will share guidance as soon as changes take effect.

01/02/2026

🎉 Happy New Year 2026! | Bonne année 2026! 🎉

As we step into a brand new year, we would like to sincerely thank all of our tenants and landlords for your trust and collaboration throughout the past year.
We wish that 2026 brings you health, happiness, and continued success—whether it’s a comfortable home, a strong investment, or exciting new opportunities ahead.
We look forward to another great year working together.

Alors que nous entamons une nouvelle année, nous tenons à remercier sincèrement tous nos locataires et propriétaires pour votre confiance et votre collaboration au cours de la dernière année.
Que 2026 vous apporte santé, bonheur et succès—que ce soit un chez-soi agréable, un investissement solide ou de nouveaux projets prometteurs.
Au plaisir de continuer à travailler ensemble au cours de la prochaine année.

✨ Best wishes for a prosperous New Year | Meilleurs vœux pour une année prospère ✨

12/24/2025

🎄 Merry Christmas & Happy Holidays 🎄

Wishing all of our landlords, tenants, and valued clients a Merry Christmas and a joyful holiday season. Thank you for your continued trust and support throughout the year. May this season be filled with warmth, happiness, and time well spent with loved ones. We look forward to working together in the year ahead.

🎄 Joyeux Noël et Joyeuses Fêtes 🎄

Nous souhaitons à tous nos propriétaires, locataires et précieux clients un très joyeux Noël et une excellente période des Fêtes. Merci pour votre confiance et votre collaboration tout au long de l’année. Que cette saison soit remplie de bonheur, de chaleur et de beaux moments en famille et entre amis. Au plaisir de poursuivre notre collaboration dans la nouvelle année.

— Ottawa Property Managers