Canada’s banking regulator has finalized changes to its Capital Adequacy Requirements (CAR) guideline. For borrowers with multiple properties, Superintendent of Financial Institutions is tightening the rules on how rental & employment income can be used to qualify for mortgages. canadianmortgagetrends.com/2025/09/osfi-c…

At yesterday's Joint Committee meeting, OREB’s Paul Czan & Chike Agbasi commended the Housing Innovation Task Force & City of Ottawa for advancing housing solutions. Three pillars for success: 🏗 Flexible dev charges 📍 Bold new zoning by-law 🚫 No new red tape

Ottawa’s September 2025 #MarketUpdate is here: “Inventory Builds but Demand Remains Resilient Heading into Fall.” Read our latest Update now: ow.ly/Jfoy50X6rA2

The Your Professional Network (YPN) hosted its Fall Keynote today: Unlocking the Power of AI in Real Estate. Keynote speaker Ron O’Neil, CEO of A.I. Intelligent Solutions, shared insights on AI’s rapid adoption in real estate and tools REALTORS® can use every day!

OREB President Paul Czan attended the Eastern Ontario Housing Summit today. Thank you to Ottawa Home Builders and Executive Director GOHBA Jason Burggraaf for leading vital discussions on housing supply & affordability. We share the same goal — building more homes & stronger communities.

Thanks to all the Brokers of Record & Managers who joined us for yesterday’s Broker Leadership Information Session! Your input during the Strategic Workshop: Turning Goals into Action will help guide how OREB delivers its 2026–2028 Strategic Plan.

We’re 1 week away from the 28th Annual OREB REALTOR® Trade Show! Take advantage of 4 exclusive learning sessions — all in one day. Mark your calendars and don’t miss a proud OREB tradition that’s bigger and better than ever.

REALTORS® see the impact of affordability challenges every day. This week marks the Ottawa Real Estate Board’s first Days of Action at City Hall — a week of advocacy and collaboration to tackle Ottawa’s housing affordability and supply crisis.

Day One of OREB’s Days of Action at Ottawa City Hall! OREB Members Liz Vittorini, Dave Williams & Rainer Bruchhaeuser met with Councillors Theresa Kavanagh She/Her & Tim Tierney to discuss practical solutions for improving housing affordability. Thank you for your engagement & leadership.

New research commissioned by OREB confirms what many REALTORS® already knew: Ottawa residents are deeply concerned about housing affordability. The findings reinforce our call for practical, coordinated action to increase supply residents have a fair opportunity to own a home.

Did you know 80% of Ottawa residents are concerned about housing? That’s why last week we met with over 60% of city councillors during our first-ever Days of Action — advancing real solutions like reforming development charges, modernizing zoning & expanding rental supply.

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One week ago, we hosted OREB’s 28th Annual REALTOR® Trade Show—a cornerstone event for learning, networking, and innovation. More than 65 exhibitors shared tools and services to help REALTORS® thrive. Thanks for joining us—see you next year!

If you’re passionate about leadership and have experience on a committee or board, nominate yourself for OREB’s 2026 Board of Directors. 📩 Apply Now! — Nominations close November 6: ow.ly/l31750Xm2Q2

Our October Market Update is now available! Find out how Ottawa’s housing market performed last month—key stats, trends, and insights for buyers and sellers. 🔗Read the Update now: ow.ly/KiP050Xon4v

OREB supports the province & Stephen Crawford’s proposal to appoint an administrator for RECO following the independent review. Ontario’s real estate sector depends on trust — and stronger oversight is key to restoring it. Read OREB’s full statement: ow.ly/zXVp50XrUo3

It's #NationalHousingWeek & #NationalHousingDay is on Nov. 22. New OREB-Abacus Data research shows 62% of residents worry they could lose their home or rental if their financial situation changed suddenly — which is why housing supply & affordability must remain a priority.

Today is #NationalHousingDay, and while homeownership remains a strong aspiration, it's increasingly becoming out of reach for many. OREB continues to push for practical, coordinated action to expand housing supply, improve affordability and support fair access.

2025 was a year of renewal for OREB. We modernized systems, strengthened advocacy, and aligned services with Member needs. As we enter 2026, OREB is ready to lead through the next chapter of industry change. ➡️ Read the 2025 OREB Annual Report Now: ow.ly/yWfX50XHBWU

OREB is hosting its first-ever Housing Symposium, bringing together industry, government, finance, planners, and more for a day of ideas and collaboration. Ottawa’s housing future is being shaped now. Make sure your voice is in the room. 🔗Register now: ow.ly/8z3v50XJnWN