Housing

Sask. Homebuilders group says federal budget addresses big needs

At least one Saskatchewan organization is applauding Tuesday's federal budget and its emphasis on building more homes. In a release issued following the budget announcement, the Saskatoon and Region H...

Apr 17, 2024

More protection on the way for Sask. renters but is it enough?

It's a struggle that is crippling Saskatchewan residents of all ages and it doesn't appear to be getting better: finding an affordable and reliable place to rent.With rental rates constantly rising an...

Apr 10, 2024

Still looking: finding spot for permanent shelter a challenge for YWCA

Finding a permanent location for a 24/7 shelter for homeless people in Prince Albert is proving to be a challenge. The YWCA, which operates the Stepping Stones shelter at its temporary location on the...

Apr 05, 2024

Shortage of inventory affecting real estate market in Melfort

Housing inventory continues to be an issue in the Melfort area through the first three months of 2024.Eleah Sims of Realty Executives Gateway Realty in Melfort told northeastNOW there just aren't many...

Apr 04, 2024

James Smith Chief candidate focused on community safety and creating better life for youth

A man who aspires to lead the community of James Smith First Nation, says that following the massive stabbing rampage in 2022 that left 11 people dead and 17 injured, there has been a call for change....

Mar 25, 2024

PBCN Chief confirms development of strategic plan to address challenges with gangs and drugs

To properly address the escalating crime, the first step is to tackle the root causes.The comment from Peter Ballantyne Cree Nation (PBCN) Chief Karen Bird, came during a media conference on Tuesday a...

Feb 13, 2024

Inventory issues still affecting housing market in Melfort

A typical start to the year for real estate sales in Melfort.Robyn Luthi of Prairie Skies Realty told northeastNOW that there were just four home sales in the city of Melfort in January, which is typi...

Feb 08, 2024

Communities across Saskatchewan see increase in home sales to start 2024

Many communities across Saskatchewan are starting 2024 on the right foot when it comes to home sales. That's according to the Saskatchewan Realtors Association (SRA) which released its first monthly r...

Feb 07, 2024

Economists see 'turning point' in housing market this year as interest rate cuts loom

After a year marked by caution and shifting expectations spurred by rising borrowing costs, economists believe the Canadian housing market could be in for a rebound in 2024.That's largely dependent on...

Jan 08, 2024

Population growth, strong economy lead to strong home sales in Sask.

The CEO of the Saskatchewan Realtors Association says housing sales in Saskatchewan in 2023 were strong."We've had six consecutive months of above-average sales," Chris Gurette told The Evan Bray Show...

Jan 03, 2024