Policymakers in Calgary and Edmonton may soon help push home prices upward

Alberta saw a 14.1% increase in homebuilding in 2025, with new construction outpacing Ontario and B.C. Municipal fees and approval times in Alberta remain much lower and faster than in those provinces, supporting affordability. However, proposed policy changes in Calgary and Edmonton, including repealing rezoning policies and increasing fees, risk reducing housing supply and raising prices. Maintaining flexible rules and controlled fees is crucial to preserving affordability.