The latest news from Moving2Canada, in case you missed it, plus can't-miss resources with timeless information and tips.
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Rents in Canada Fall Again
Marking 14 Months of Year-Over-Year Drops
The average asking rent for homes in Canada declined by 3.1% year-over-year in November to $2,074. This is the 14th consecutive month of average rent decreases!
Key points from the report:
Rents have fallen $100 below last year's level and are 4.6% lower than two years ago
November saw the largest monthly drop in rent pricing in 2025.
Vancouver rents fell to $2,692, their lowest level since March 2022.
Toronto rents dropped to $2,508 — the lowest since May 2022.
What this means for newcomers
Winter in Canada tends to see rent prices fall, because fewer people want to move in winter. We’re likely to see prices continue to decrease (though maybe less dramatically) over the next few months.
Plus, many property managers are offering move-in incentives that renters (including you) can take advantage of. These range from a free month of rent, to free parking, and more. And they're available across most major cities in Canada.
In terms of nation-wide rental trends, BC has seen the largest drop in rents this year, while Saskatchewan and Atlantic Canada have bucked the trend and seen price increases year-over-year. That said, rental pricing in these two markets is still amongst the most affordable in the entire country. If you’re considering finding an affordable location outside of Toronto or Vancouver, the Rentals.ca Rent Report is an incredible place to start.
Our Video Update This Week
Is AI giving newcomers bad immigration advice? In today’s video, Steph from Moving2Canada unpacks the growing use of AI tools and AI Overviews in immigration searches, and why they can sometimes deliver incomplete or inaccurate information.
Most Read News This Week
Canada is rolling out a new Express Entry category and adding 5,000 PNP spots to help internationally trained doctors move toward permanent residence. These targeted measures could significantly speed up PR pathways for medical professionals.
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News This Week, In Case You Missed It
An overview of what’s included in Canada’s public healthcare system, where private care fits in, and how newcomers can prepare.
Key tax changes on the horizon could mean lower tax bills for some newcomers in 2026. Here’s what to watch for.
An unexpected boost gives P.E.I. 575 additional PR nominations, easing pressure from ongoing labour shortages.
A deep look at how expiring PGWPs are quietly forcing thousands of international graduates to leave Canada.
Early preparation tips to help IEC applicants get ahead before the 2026 season officially opens.
Practical guidance on using Canadian job boards effectively, and knowing which ones are worth your time.
After a massive December CEC draw, attention turns to whether CRS scores could finally ease in 2026.
New Ontario data sheds light on how international students actually fare after graduation, and what outcomes come next.
Also, PNP, Healthcare and Social Services, and CEC EE Draws. Plus PNP rounds from Manitoba, Quebec, and two Ontario draws (Health, Education & REDI and Employer Job Offer).
Latest IRCC Updates
Updated rules were published for workers considered to have unique work situations under the International Mobility Program. Read more.
Latest PGWP update clarifies eligibility, aligning non-degree and degree programs on language and field-of-study criteria and confirming exemptions for students who applied before November 1, 2024. Read more.
