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April 23, 2026 – The Cornerstone Association of REALTORS® (Cornerstone) is proud to share the release of From Cornerstone to Capstone: Building Canada’s Missing Middle Gentle-Density Housing, the latest report from the Missing Middle Initiative.   The report calls for targeted policy action to expand the availability of attainable, gentle-density housing across Ontario and identifies several barriers to building missing middle housing, including:  · Restrictive zoning and approval processes · High taxes, […]

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Remove/lock all personal information from home- family photos, particularly of children* - keys, credit cards, cheques* - anything that contains personal information including letters and bills, ID badges, address books, and family notes and schedules on the refrigerator or a bulletin board* […]

Be mindful of environmental dangers that could be lurking – some obvious and others not visible- Ozone generators or Ionizers - Ice- Grow ops & drug labs - Condition of home- Poor lighting masking risks- Carry flashlight - Allergens- Loose boards - Trip/fall hazards  […]

Join CAA or ensure you have other automotive support in case of breakdowns  If your vehicle breaks down, move it to a safe place  Remain inside your vehicle (if safe)  Use the hands-free mode while driving  NO texting, taking notes, […]

This is a huge and important topic. Canadian Real Estate Association has dedicated an entire section of REALTORLink to information security best practices for REALTORS®, Brokers, and Boards and Associations. To find it, login to REALTORLink® and click on CREA […]

Use strong body language- Walk with confidence, keep your head up, pay attention to what's going on around you, instead of your phone or papers Attend member open houses- Become familiar with properties prior to showing them- Become familiar with […]

You have the ability to control how initial meetings happen-Always meet someone new for the first time in a public place - preferably your office when there are other people there. -Work with your client on your meeting, but do not […]

Warn about the potential of encountering allergens (mold, pet dander, etc.)  Have a robust personal information storage and access protocol  Please Note: Information purposes only and is not legal advice or a substitute for legal counsel.

Don’t wear expensive jewelry  Always have your cellphone ON you  Dress for the weather… this is Canada after all  Wear comfortable shoes, ideally ones you could potentially run in  Only carry the cash and credit cards you need. Avoid large […]