Advocacy
Media Statement from OREB on the 2025 Ontario Budget
Ottawa – May 16, 2025 — Housing affordability and supply must be central to Ontario’s plan to protect our province against the threat of economic disruption caused by U.S. tariffs. The 2025 Ontario Budget makes important commitments to get more homes built faster and advance key local infrastructure projects that are crucial to our region’s
Cabinet Changes in the Minister of Housing, Infrastructure and Communities
Ottawa, May 13, 2025 – The Ottawa Real Estate Board (OREB) extends its sincere gratitude to outgoing Minister of Housing, Infrastructure and Communities, the Honourable Nathaniel Erskine-Smith, for his dedicated service and commitment to addressing Canada’s housing challenges. We congratulate and welcome The Honourable Gregor Robertson in his new role as Minister of Housing and Infrastructure
Protect Ontario by Building Faster and Smarter Act, 2025
OTTAWA, May 12, 2025 – Housing must be a cornerstone of Ontario’s strategy to remain competitive and resilient in the face of global economic disruption. With the introduction of the Protect Ontario by Building Faster and Smarter Act, 2025, the province is taking meaningful steps to get more homes built and protect the dream of home ownership
OREB Congratulates Prime Minister Mark Carney and Calls for Action on Housing Affordability
On behalf of more than 4,000 REALTOR® Members, the Ottawa Real Estate Board (OREB) congratulates Prime Minister Mark Carney on his election victory. We also extend our gratitude to Pierre Poilievre, Jagmeet Singh, and all candidates across party lines for their dedication and willingness to serve Canadians through public office. To the candidates in the
Get Out and Vote: Housing is on the Ballot
Canadians head to the polls on Monday, April 28, 2025, and it’s clear — housing is on the ballot. To help our Members make an informed vote, OREB has compiled a summary of where the federal parties stand on key housing and real estate issues. Below, you will find a comparison table that outlines the
OREB Takes ‘Team Canada’ Approach on U.S. Travel and Economic Impact
As part of a broader ‘Team Canada’ response to ongoing U.S. tariffs and economic disruption, OREB’s Board of Directors has accepted a recommendation from the Governance Committee to pause all board-related travel to the United States, unless otherwise approved by the Committee. This decision aligns with actions being taken across all levels of government, business,
Ottawa Real Estate Board’s Statement on the 2025 Federal Election
The 2025 federal election comes at a time of profound economic uncertainty. Global trade disruptions, rising inflation, and the looming threat of renewed U.S. tariffs have put pressure on Canada’s economic resilience. Amid these challenges, there is no path to long-term economic stability without tackling Canada and Ottawa’s housing affordability and supply crisis. The Ottawa
Ottawa Real Estate Board Congratulates Our New Local MPPs on their Election Victories
The Ottawa Real Estate Board (OREB) congratulates George Darouze (Carleton), Karen McCrimmon (Kanata-Carleton), Tyler Watt (Nepean), Stephen Blais (Orléans), Catherine McKenney (Ottawa Centre), John Fraser (Ottawa South), Lucille Collard (Ottawa-Vanier) and Chandra Pasma (Ottawa West-Nepean) on their election victories. OREB also congratulates Premier Doug Ford and the Ontario Progressive Conservative Party on securing a third
OREB Applauds New Housing Initiative and Zoning
The Ottawa Real Estate Board (OREB) endorses today’s substantial federal and municipal housing announcement, committing $176 million through the Housing Accelerator Fund to expedite the creation of 4,400 new housing units over three years and stimulate the construction of 32,600 homes in the next decade. OREB is encouraged by these efforts, which parallel our advocacy
A Special Message from the Ottawa Real Estate Board: Promoting a more inclusive and accepting community
This message on behalf of the board of directors is to address the recent social media posts and discussions by members of the Ottawa Real Estate Board (OREB) promoting hateful thoughts against the LGBTQ2S+ community. Hate has no place in our community. OREB unequivocally and unapologetically condemns any message or behaviour of intolerance and divisiveness
