The Bank of Canada raised its key interest rate this morning by a quarter point, to 2.5%. It's the Bank's first increase since July 2023 and its first rate change of any kind in a year, after holding at 2.25% since last October. The reason is energy: higher oil prices tied to the war in the Middle East have kept headline inflation around 3% since April, and the Bank expects it to reach about 3.5% by year end. Core inflation is still close to the Bank's 2% target, but the Bank wants... [read more]

October is one of the best months to get out and enjoy the towns we call home. The leaves are turning, the markets are full, and there's something for every age on the calendar. Here's our pick of what's happening across Markham, Stouffville and Uxbridge this month. Markham Markham Fair: Thursday, October 1 to Sunday, October 4. One of the region's biggest fall traditions returns to the Markham Fairgrounds, with midway rides, livestock and horse shows, and plenty of... [read more]

On Thursday, September 24th, Royal LePage Frank Real Estate celebrated the grand opening of our new Stouffville office at Unit 410 – 37 Sandiford Drive. Thank you to everyone who came out to celebrate with us. We were honoured to welcome His Worship Mayor Iain Lovett, representatives from the office of the Honourable Paul Calandra, MPP, and Trevor Trottier of A Buyer's Choice Home Inspection. Many other supporters from our communities joined us too, including clients, brokers,... [read more]

Minutes south of downtown Uxbridge, this custom-built bungalow sits on four private, forested acres off Brookdale Road — your own trails, mature woodland, and total quiet, without giving up the convenience of town. Inside, a custom Bloomsbury kitchen with GE Monogram and Bosch appliances anchors the main floor, and the fully finished walkout lower level adds three more bedrooms, a huge rec room with a rough-in for a second kitchen or wet bar, and a wine cellar nook. Outside, an... [read more]

Listed by Marie Trottier, Addie Gallop & Debbie Powell Tucked into the heart of Banbury–Don Mills, this LIV Lofts suite trades the cookie-cutter condo layout for real loft character — soaring 10-foot-plus ceilings and floor-to-ceiling windows that flood the space with light all day. The private, open balcony faces south over the park and greenspace, with a clear line to the Toronto skyline and the CN Tower beyond. It's an easy fit for a first-time buyer, a... [read more]

A significant round of changes to Ontario's Residential Tenancies Act (RTA) comes into force on September 21, 2026. The changes come from Schedule 12 of Bill 60 (the Fighting Delays, Building Faster Act, 2025), which passed the Legislature last November. Whether you're a landlord with an investment property, a tenant renting in Markham, Stouffville, or Uxbridge, or a first-time renter in our Toronto farm area, here's what's changing and what it means for you. Faster timeline... [read more]

Something special is happening right in our own backyard: Woman UP 2026 comes to the Uxbridge Music Hall on Sunday, October 4th, and one of our own team members, Dallas James, is co-hosting. Created and hosted by Dr. Leigha Saunders, Woman UP is a full day (10 AM–4 PM, with a dance party running until 4) built around connection, inspiration, and personal growth — speakers, workshops, lunch, and prizes throughout. Dallas James joins as co-host and speaker, focused on making... [read more]

Bank of Canada: Held its key rate at 2.25% this morning (Sept 2) — the third straight hold — after weighing inflation stuck near 3% (driven by gasoline and Middle East-linked energy prices, though core inflation is closer to 2%) against slowing momentum from new U.S. tariffs. The Bank said it's "prepared to adjust monetary policy as needed," with its next announcement set for October 28 — worth knowing if you've been waiting for a clearer signal before... [read more]

A rare multi-generational find in Uxbridge's Quaker Village: this fully renovated bungalow pairs a bright, open-concept main level with a completely self-contained in-law suite below — complete with its own walk-up entrance, kitchen, and two bedrooms. The 8-foot kitchen island and custom mudroom show off the quality of the recent renovation, while the private, tree-lined lot keeps things quiet just minutes from downtown Uxbridge's shops, farmers' market, brewery, and trail... [read more]

A significant round of changes to Ontario's Residential Tenancies Act (RTA) comes into force on September 21, 2026. The changes come from Schedule 12 of Bill 60 (the Fighting Delays, Building Faster Act, 2025), which passed the Legislature last November. Whether you're a landlord with an investment property, a tenant renting in Markham, Stouffville, or Uxbridge, or a first-time renter in our Toronto farm area, here's what's changing and what it means for you. Faster timeline... [read more]

Listed by Debbie Powell & Lindsay Hawkins A rare find for anyone chasing lake life: this year-round detached home sits on a sprawling 104' x 181' lot with sweeping western views over Sturgeon Lake — and a private dock just steps from the door (dock license is transferable to the new owner). Inside, an open-concept main floor holds two separate living spaces and an eat-in kitchen with a brand-new island, while three bedrooms upstairs sit among the treetops with lake... [read more]

A few things happening around Markham, Stouffville, and Uxbridge worth knowing about — whether you're a longtime neighbour or just getting to know the area: Uxbridge Fall Fair — September 11–13, 2026. Celebrating its 50th anniversary this year ("Pulling Generations Together for 50 Years"), at Elgin Park. Expect the midway, demolition derby, tractor pulls, horse shows, and a classic car cruise-in. A bonus 50th Anniversary Tractor Pull runs the evening... [read more]

The GTA market tightened up heading into the fall. Here's what buyers and sellers in our core areas should know this week: Across the GTA: Average selling price came in at $1,003,956 in July, with sales down slightly (-0.9% year-over-year) but new listings down much more sharply (-17.8%). That gap matters — with fewer new listings coming to market, buyers may find less room to negotiate in the months ahead. Markham: TRREB's official Market Watch puts the average price at... [read more]

👉 The overall demand for housing continues to be strong, with population growth being at a record pace and a resilient economy in Ontario.  Despite a shortfall in supply, it was the higher borrowing costs that kept home sales below the February sales record reached in 2021.  TRREB CEO John DiMichele anticipates that the demand for housing will only increase over the next two years. 👉 There’s a general belief that the Bank of Canada has finished hiking rates and... [read more]