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Devin Desaulniers - Realtor, 2326Clarke Street Port, Port Moody, BC (2026)

08/05/2026

🏙️ Vancouver vs. Calgary: Why are more Canadians choosing Calgary?🤔

The latest interprovincial migration data tells an interesting story.

While Calgary welcomed +11,195 people from other provinces over the past year, Metro Vancouver experienced a net loss of 4,656. That’s a swing of more than 15,800 people between two of Western Canada’s largest cities.

So what’s driving the shift?📍

For many Canadians, affordability is the biggest factor. Calgary continues to offer significantly lower home prices, no provincial sales tax, strong employment opportunities, and a lower overall cost of living. For families and first-time buyers, homeownership often feels much more attainable.

Vancouver, on the other hand, continues to attract people for different reasons. Its mild climate, global reputation, diverse economy, world-class lifestyle, and limited land supply make it one of Canada’s most desirable places to live. Many people still choose Vancouver despite the higher cost because they see long-term value in the lifestyle and real estate market.

Neither city is “better.” They’re simply attracting different buyers with different priorities.

As a REALTOR®, I find these migration trends fascinating because today’s population movements often become tomorrow’s housing market trends.

If you could choose one, where would you live and why: Vancouver or Calgary?

I’d love to hear your thoughts in the comments💬

07/22/2026

140,000+ Canadians have been laid off in 2026🇨🇦

The number is significant, but one detail stood out to me even more: construction has been hit the hardest.👷

That matters because construction isn’t just another industry. It’s directly connected to Canada’s housing supply🏠

When builders, tradespeople, engineers, and suppliers lose work, projects slow down, new developments get delayed, and fewer homes are completed. At a time when affordability is already one of Canada’s biggest challenges, a slowdown in construction could make it even harder to increase housing inventory where it’s needed most📉

It’s a reminder that the economy is deeply connected. Job losses don’t just affect the people receiving a layoff notice. They ripple through local businesses, housing, consumer spending, and future investment.

Hopefully, we’ll see stronger confidence return to the construction sector in the months ahead. A healthier building industry doesn’t just create jobs. It also helps address one of Canada’s biggest long-term challenges: building enough homes for a growing population.

What do you think is driving the slowdown the most?
Interest rates, uncertainty, tariffs, reduced investment, or something else?

07/21/2026

Still can’t believe the FIFA Fan Festival has come to an end. ⚽💙

Over the past few weeks, Vancouver has been buzzing with people from all over the world, all brought together by the beautiful game⚽️

Getting to experience the FIFA Fan Festival at the PNE was definitely a highlight. The atmosphere, the energy, the giant screens, and thousands of fans celebrating together.

A huge thank you to everyone who helped organize this. From the volunteers to the event staff and everyone working behind the scenes, you created something Vancouver won’t forget anytime soon🙏

And of course, congratulations to Spain on becoming FIFA World Cup 2026 champions! 🇪🇸🏆

07/21/2026

Still can’t believe the FIFA Fan Festival has come to an end. ⚽💙

Over the past few weeks, Vancouver has been buzzing with people from all over the world, all brought together by one thing: the beautiful game⚽️

Getting to experience the FIFA Fan Festival at the PNE was definitely a highlight. The atmosphere, the energy, the giant screens, and thousands of fans celebrating together made for an unforgettable experience.

A huge thank you to everyone who helped organize this. From the volunteers to the event staff and everyone working behind the scenes, you created something Vancouver won’t forget anytime soon🙏

And of course, congratulations to Spain on becoming FIFA World Cup 2026 champions! 🇪🇸🏆

07/20/2026

How much income does a family of four really need to live comfortably in Canada? 🇨🇦

I recently dug into the latest 2025 cost-of-living data, and one thing genuinely surprised me.

I expected British Columbia and Ontario to top the list, but the three territories came out as the most expensive places to live comfortably.

Why?

• Everyday essentials like groceries cost significantly more because many communities rely on long-distance shipping or seasonal ice roads.
• Housing construction and maintenance are much more expensive due to remote locations and harsh climates.
• Utilities, fuel, and transportation costs are among the highest in the country.

Meanwhile, provinces like B.C. and Ontario are still incredibly expensive, but much of that is driven by housing costs in major cities such as Vancouver and Toronto rather than province-wide averages.

It’s a good reminder that “cost of living” is about much more than just home prices.

Were you surprised by the rankings? Which province did you think would be #1?

07/14/2026

🏗️ Is B.C.’s condo slowdown creating an unexpected opportunity?

While some are calling it a “condo bailout,” there may be a bigger story unfolding. As more unsold condo projects shift toward rental housing, we could see an increase in rental supply, giving tenants more options and helping ease affordability pressures over time.

It’s not a silver bullet, but it’s an interesting shift that’s worth watching as Canada’s housing market continues to evolve.

💬 What do you think? Could more purpose-built rentals help improve housing affordability, or is there a better solution?

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07/10/2026

🚨🟥 CANADA’S RED CARD… but not to anyone in particular. 🇨🇦

With the FIFA World Cup excitement building, I couldn’t help but imagine a different kind of red card. Not for a player… but for some of the everyday challenges many Canadians have been talking about for years. 🏠🥖💼

Housing affordability, grocery bills, and job security have become regular conversations around dinner tables, coffee shops, and workplaces from coast to coast. Whether you’re buying your first home, raising a family, or planning for retirement, many people feel like their paycheque doesn’t stretch as far as it once did. 📈💸

This post isn’t meant to point fingers or get political. 🫶 It’s simply a reflection of conversations I hear almost every day while working with people across British Columbia and speaking with Canadians about the economy, housing, and the cost of living. Sometimes a little humour, like a red card graphic, helps start an important conversation.

❗Disclaimer: This is not a political red card directed at any government, political party, or public official. It’s simply a creative way to highlight economic topics many Canadians are discussing today.

💬 I’m curious…
What are some practical things you’ve done to improve your financial well-being or quality of life without waiting for someone else to solve the problem? Have you changed spending habits, learned a new skill, started a side business, invested, moved, or found another strategy that’s made a difference?

👇 I’d love to hear what’s worked for you.

06/22/2026

🏗️💰 $3.2 BILLION FOR BC HOUSING... SOLUTION OR BAILOUT? 🤔

Last week, the federal and provincial governments announced a new housing partnership that includes up to $3.2 billion to reduce development charges, fund infrastructure, and help accelerate home construction across British Columbia. The plan also includes converting more than 2,200 vacant condo units into affordable housing.

On paper, there are some clear positives:

✅ Lower development costs could help stalled projects move forward

✅ More housing supply is desperately needed across BC

✅ Infrastructure upgrades support long-term community growth

✅ Affordable rental housing may become available faster than waiting for new projects to be built

But there are also questions worth discussing:

⚠️ Is this helping future homebuyers and renters, or rescuing developers who bought land and launched projects at peak-market prices?

⚠️ If projects only become viable because taxpayers step in, what does that say about current land values and development economics?

⚠️ Will the savings actually reach buyers and renters, or simply improve project profitability?

As someone who works in real estate every day, I'm not ready to jump to conclusions. I genuinely hope this creates more affordable housing options for people struggling to rent or buy in BC. 🏡

At the same time, it's fair to ask whether governments are helping solve a housing shortage, or helping developers recover from projects that no longer work financially after the market slowdown.The reality is that we'll need to watch how this unfolds over the next few years.

📊 What do you think?

Is this:

👍 A smart investment in BC's housing future?

👎 A taxpayer-funded bailout?

🤷 Somewhere in the middle?

Drop your thoughts below. I'd love to hear perspectives from developers, investors, homeowners, renters, and first-time buyers.

06/08/2026

Rent prices in Canada are finally moving in a different direction🔻

For years, renters watched prices climb to record highs, especially in British Columbia. While BC remains Canada's most expensive province for renters, we've started to see meaningful declines from peak levels over the past year.

In Metro Vancouver, it wasn't uncommon to see one-bedroom apartments pushing close to $2,600-$2,700/month and many two-bedroom units well above $3,400/month at the height of the market. 🛏️

Today, many renters are seeing more options and lower asking rents. Recent reports show Vancouver one-bedroom apartments averaging roughly $2,200-$2,300/month, while two-bedroom units are averaging around closer to $3,000/month.

What's driving the change?

✅ Increased rental supply

✅ Slower population growth

✅ More purpose-built rental inventory coming to market

✅ A softer economy causing some renters to delay moves and upgrades

The interesting part is that while rents have come down, they're still significantly higher than they were just a few years ago. Affordability remains a challenge across much of Canada, particularly in BC and Ontario. 📍

06/03/2026

🇨🇦 Canada has officially entered a technical recession — and if you're thinking about buying or selling a home, here's what that actually means for you.

Statistics Canada confirmed that Canada's GDP contracted for two consecutive quarters, meeting the formal definition of a technical recession. Rising interest rates, softening consumer spending, and global trade headwinds are all contributing factors.

So what does this mean for the real estate market?

📉 Buyer sentiment is shifting. Economic uncertainty tends to make buyers pause. When job security feels less stable and borrowing costs remain elevated, the natural response is to wait — which softens demand and can ease pressure on prices in certain segments.

🏠 But hesitation can be opportunity. Historically, periods of economic contraction have created windows for well-qualified buyers to negotiate better terms, face less competition, and secure properties that would have drawn multiple offers just 18 months ago.

💬 Sellers need to recalibrate expectations. Overpricing in a softening sentiment environment leads to stagnation. Strategic pricing and strong presentation matter more than ever right now.

📊 The Bank of Canada is watching closely. A recession increases the likelihood of rate relief — which could re-ignite buyer demand faster than most expect. Those who move before that shift happens may be entering at the optimal moment.

Whether you're buying, selling, or sitting on the fence — understanding the macro environment is part of making a smart real estate decision.

I'm here to help you navigate exactly this kind of market. Let's talk strategy. 👇

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