NORTH SHORE REAL ESTATE & COMMUNITY NEWS

Bank of Canada cuts policy rate to 2.25%
Oct 29, 2025
Market Update

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Just Listed // 1518 Mahon Avenue
Oct 29, 2025
Our Listings

We've just listed another townhome in Central Lonsdale!

Halloween on the North Shore
Oct 28, 2025
See+Do

Your guide to this week’s best spooky-fun on the North Shore

Annual Pumpkin Drop Returns to North Vancouver — A Smashing Good Time for a Great Cause
Oct 28, 2025
See+Do

Watch pumpkins soar (and splatter!) at the annual North Vancouver Pumpkin Drop — a fun, family-friendly event supporting local charities.

Coach Houses in the District of North Vancouver
Oct 27, 2025
Matt Council's Market Minute

Thinking about a coach house in the DNV? Here’s the clear version of what’s allowed, where it can go, permits, timelines, costs, and smart design tips.

Halloween Fireworks on the North Shore: What’s Allowed in 2025
Oct 27, 2025
See+Do

Thinking about lighting up the night this Halloween? Before you buy fireworks on the North Shore, find out where they’re legal — and where you could face a hefty fine.

West Vancouver Council Pushes Back Against Provincial Housing Directives
Oct 23, 2025
News, Policies, & Regulations

West Vancouver’s council is standing firm against provincial housing mandates, setting the stage for a major showdown that could reshape the district’s future growth and development.

Just Listed // 458 E 21st Street
Oct 22, 2025
Our Listings

We've just listed another Grand Boulevard area home!

Just Listed // 234 West Windsor Road
Oct 20, 2025
Our Listings

We've just listed another Upper Lonsdale home for sale!

Just Listed // 509 560 Raven Woods
Oct 16, 2025
Our Listings

We've just listed another Roche Point home for sale!

Understanding the Statement of Adjustments in a Real Estate Closing
Oct 15, 2025
FAQS

Learn how understanding the Statement of Adjustments can help you prepare for closing day — and know exactly what you’ll owe or receive when buying or selling your home.

Greater Vancouver REALTORS® September Market Insights Video
Oct 8, 2025
Market Update

Check out the Greater Vancouver REALTORS® September 2025 Market Insights Video

Just Listed // 1491 Dempsey Road
Oct 8, 2025
Our Listings

We've just listed another Lynn Valley home for sale.

Help Firefighters Respond Faster — Register with Community Connect
Oct 7, 2025
News, Policies, & Regulations

Discover how sharing key property details through Community Connect can help local firefighters protect lives and homes more effectively.

Speculation and Vacancy Tax: Frequently Asked Questions
Oct 3, 2025
FAQS

BC’s speculation and vacancy tax applies to empty and underused homes — here’s what the rates are, who pays them, and how exemptions work.

Just Listed // 406 3606 Aldercrest Drive
Oct 3, 2025
Our Listings

We've just listed another Roche Point home for sale!

Just Listed // 211 155 East 5th Street
Oct 3, 2025
Our Listings

We just listed another Lower Lonsdale home for sale!

What Can a Strata Use the Contingency Reserve Fund (CRF) For?
Oct 1, 2025
FAQS

From roof replacements to EV charging upgrades, the contingency reserve fund (CRF) is the strata’s rainy day account — but not every expense qualifies.

Call for a Permanent BC Housing Policy Roundtable Gains Momentum
Sep 29, 2025
News, Policies, & Regulations

A new resolution from the Union of BC Municipalities is calling for a permanent housing policy roundtable in BC — with backing from the BC Real Estate Association and other housing groups. Here’s what you need to know.

Just Listed // 341 W 22nd Street
Sep 25, 2025
Our Listings

We've just listed a terrific Central Lonsdale heritage home!

How Much Should a Strata Contribute to the Contingency Reserve Fund (CRF)?
Sep 25, 2025
FAQS

In BC, stratas must contribute at least 10% of their annual budget to the contingency reserve fund — but is that really enough to avoid special levies?

Just Listed // 1 995 Lynn Valley Road
Sep 25, 2025
Our Listings

We've just listed a fantastic garden level townhome in Lynn Valley!

Just Listed // 19 1960 Glenaire Drive
Sep 24, 2025
Our Listings

We've just listed another modern townhome in Lions Gate Village!

A Guide to North Vancouver’s Heritage Homes: History, Styles & Listings
Sep 24, 2025
Heritage+Character

Explore North Vancouver’s heritage homes in depth—learn their history, discover iconic architectural styles, and see where you can find character-filled listings today.

Selling an Owner-Built Home in BC
Sep 22, 2025
FAQS

Selling an owner-built home in BC? Here’s what you need to know about the one-year rule, disclosure requirements, 10-year liability — and the question you’ll have to answer on the Property Disclosure Statement.

Shipyards Festival 2025
Sep 19, 2025
See+Do

The Shipyards Festival is this weekend! Here’s your complete guide to what’s happening, where to go, and how to make the most of it.

Just Listed // 303 131 West 20th Street
Sep 18, 2025
Our Listings

We've just listed a fantastic loft apartment in Central Lonsdale!

What is a Contingency Reserve Fund (CRF) in a Strata?
Sep 18, 2025
FAQS

Strata repairs aren’t always predictable — in North Vancouver and West Vancouver, the contingency reserve fund (CRF) is a safeguard for owners when big expenses are planned or unexpectedly arise

Just Listed // 4379 Capilano Road
Sep 18, 2025
Our Listings

We've just listed another Canyon Heights home for sale!

Guide to Strata Wind-Ups: What You Need to Know
Sep 17, 2025
FAQS

Selling your strata to a developer isn’t as simple as a regular home sale — in North Vancouver and West Vancouver, the process is called a wind-up, and it comes with strict rules.

What Is a Decorating Allowance in a Presale Purchase?
Sep 16, 2025
FAQS

Interested in a presale home in North or West Vancouver? Learn how incentives like a “decorating allowance” work — and why it’s really a behind-the-scenes price reduction developers don’t advertise.

Guide to Metro Vancouver’s 2025 Wood-Burning Fireplace Ban
Sep 15, 2025
News, Policies, & Regulations

Metro Vancouver’s wood-burning fireplace ban officially takes effect today—here’s what homeowners in North Vancouver, West Vancouver, and beyond need to know about the ban.

Just Listed // 534 East 9th Street
Sep 15, 2025
Our Listings

We've just listed another Boulevard home for sale!

What Is REDMA? A Buyer’s Guide to the Real Estate Development Marketing Act in BC
Sep 12, 2025
FAQS

Thinking about a presale condo or townhome in North or West Vancouver? Here’s what every buyer needs to know about REDMA — and how it protects you.

Just Listed // 415 West 26th Street
Sep 12, 2025
Our Listings

We just listed another Upper Lonsdale home for sale!

Do You Need a Permit to Build a Fence in the District of North Vancouver?
Sep 11, 2025
FAQS

Thinking about building a fence on your property in the District of North Vancouver? Here’s what you need to know about permits, height restrictions, and placement rules before you start.

Just Listed // 5685 Nancy Greene Way
Sep 11, 2025
Our Listings

We just listed another Grouse Woods home for sale!

Just Listed // 407 East 1st Street
Sep 11, 2025
Our Listings

We've just listed another Lower Lonsdale home for sale!