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In a candid conversation with First National’s Scott Mizzen, Rental Housing Canada, and President Tony Irwin shares insights on Build Canada Homes, development charges, federal budget measures, skilled labour shortages, and what governments still need to get right to unlock more rental supply. From municipal bottlenecks to long-term solutions for both new builds and aging rental stock, this discussion highlights what’s needed to keep projects moving and housing affordable. Read more here: https://lnkd.in/g6Ctd7XD

On the latest Commercial Real Estate Podcast, Aaron Cameron and Adam Powadiuk unpack one of the most impactful CMHC shifts developers have seen in years: a clearer, more flexible path to avoiding rental achievement holdbacks. Aaron breaks down the rule change simply: if your deal stays under 95% LTV you’re no longer subject to rental achievement requirements. 🎧 Tune in to hear more: Apple Podcasts – https://bit.ly/3XOhSkQ Spotify – https://bit.ly/4iX3T68

At First National, our broker partnerships are built on clarity, consistency, and collaboration. With a streamlined process from deal submission to document review, we remove the complexity so you can focus on what matters most—your clients. Our experienced team is always ready to step in, offering the strongest support in the industry. From our My Mortgage program to low penalties, we are committed to helping you deliver value with confidence. Supporting our partners isn’t just what we do—It’s in our nature. Watch the video to see how we’re making a difference, one deal at a time.

At First National, we believe every moment is an opportunity — for growth, for service, and for partnership. That's why we’ve built our foundation on broker-first service, practical mortgage solutions, and technology that works for you. For decades, we’ve invested in one thing above all: trust. Trust earned through reliability, responsiveness, innovation, and partnership. We’re proud to stand with you — now and in the moments ahead — because when we work as one, we all succeed.

The increase of the annual Canada Mortgage Bond (CMB) issuance limit from $60 billion to $80 billion marks an important step toward improving liquidity and supporting new rental housing supply. In this commentary, Paul U., Vice President, Capital Markets at First National, explains how this policy change may open the door to further developments in Canada’s funding landscape. Read more: https://lnkd.in/gR-TjFDk #HousingMarket #CMB #CMHC #AffordableHousing #Multifamily #CommercialRealEstate #CRE #MortgageFinance #FirstNational