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Open House. Open House on Saturday, January 17, 2026 2:00PM - 4:00PM

Please visit our Open House at 2870 203 Street in Langley. See details here

Open House on Saturday, January 17, 2026 2:00PM - 4:00PM

Experience refined living at Brookswood Mills! This elegant Three storey residence including a full below level sits on a 7,593 sqft lot, offering over 4,426 sqft of thoughtfully designed space. The main level showcases an inviting open layout with designer finishes, engineering hardwood flooring, custom cabinetry, and a gourmet kitchen perfect for hosting family and friends. The upper floor highlights a dramatic 18’ vaulted family room, four generous bedrooms, and three luxurious bathrooms. The basement adds flexibility with a private guest room plus a separate-entry two-bedroom suite ideal for in-laws or extra income. Enjoy a beautifully landscaped backyard for outdoor entertaining, all within a peaceful community near parks, schools, shopping. Open House, Jan 17, Sat, 2-4p.m.

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大温“方盒子”入侵!你是支持还反对?

 

最近,大温地区的独立屋街区悄悄发生了变化——越来越多的“四层高方盒子楼”冒出来了!

政府说这是为了“增加住房密度、解决缺失的中间层住房问题”,但居民、建筑师、网友们的反应是:震惊+吐槽+不服气!

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1️⃣ 什么是“方盒子”?

简单理解就是:

在独立屋地块上建 4-6 户多层住宅

外观方正,体量大得像“乐高积木”

高度通常 4 层,占地率高,阳光、后院空间缩水

政府初衷:多户住宅 = 更多房源,缓解大温房荒

居民心声:“我的草坪呢?我的后院呢?邻居还能晒到太阳吗?”

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2️⃣ 居民吐槽点满满

🌳 遮光破坏景观

本拿比市长:破坏社区树冠和草坪

爱民顿网友晒图:两栋方盒子夹在中间,憋屈感爆表

🚗 停车位严重不足

六户住宅却不要求配停车位

市民直呼:停车大战又来了

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🏡 扼杀联排屋发展

高贵林港市:以前联排屋是家庭首选,有绿地、游乐场、停车位

Bill 44出台后,联排屋新申请几乎为零

💬 网友点评:“方盒子像堆积木一样建在街区里,好像每块地都在打怪升级。”

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3️⃣ 为什么建得这么“方”?

许多项目由只建独立屋的小公司负责

设计团队缺乏多户住宅经验

为降低成本,最大化体量 → 外观单调方正

建筑顾问 Michael Geller 建议:“标准化设计方案或许能改善外观,希望未来开发商多用点心。”

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4️⃣ 政策背景与争议

2023年:温哥华市议会推动独立屋用地建多户住宅

Bill 44:BC省人口 5000+ 城市必须允许 4-6 户住宅

反弹声浪:本拿比、卡尔加里等城市已采取限制措施

本拿比:最高高度降至 3 层,地块覆盖率从 60%降至 45%

卡尔加里:撤销自动批准四户住宅政策

民调显示:62% 温哥华市民不满意当前城市发展方向

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5️⃣ 支持 VS 反对

✅ 支持方

温哥华市议员

BC省新民主党政府

❌ 反对方

16 个大温市镇市长联名抗议

居民强烈不满

前市议员 Colleen Hardwick 表示:若当选,将把每块物业允许的住宅单元数从 6 户下调至 4 户

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6️⃣ 吐槽指南

方盒子楼的出现,让原本安静、绿意满满的街区瞬间变得拥挤、单调、停车困难。

💡 买房或租房的小伙伴们,一定要注意:

附近是否有“方盒子楼”

阳光、绿地、后院空间是否被压缩

停车是否方便

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7️⃣ 互动话题

你觉得大温的“方盒子楼”是:

A️⃣ 住房救星 ✅

B️⃣ 社区灾难 ❌

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注意!温哥华空置税开始申报,截止日期2 月 3 日

在温哥华有房的朋友一定要看👇

温哥华市府已正式开放 2025 年度房屋空置税(Empty Homes Tax)申报,

⏰ 截止时间:2026 年 2 月 3 日

👉 重点先说清楚:

❌ 不是“空屋才申报”

✅ 是:只要你名下有房,就必须申报!

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❗不申报会发生什么?

根据温哥华市府官网说明👇

如果你 没有在截止日期前完成申报:

📄 会收到一张 $250 的违规罚单(Bylaw Notice)

🏠 房屋将被直接视为空置

💰 还要额外缴纳 房屋空置税

👉 很多屋主就是因为“以为自己自住不用管”,结果被罚。

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🏠 什么是温哥华房屋空置税?

空置税始于 2017 年

目的:增加住房供应、缓解住房负担

每一位房主,每一年,都必须提交申报表

⚠️ 再强调一次:即使你自己住在房子里,也必须申报!

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✅ 哪些情况可以豁免空置税?

部分物业在特定情况下可获豁免(例如:主要自住房,长期出租,特定家庭或法律原因等)

📌 但前提只有一个:必须如实申报,并保留相关证明材料

👉 不申报 ≠ 自动豁免

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📅 重要时间节点一定记牢

📝 2025 纳税年度申报截止:2026 年 2 月 3 日

💸 未申报:

罚款 $250

房屋被认定为空置

需缴纳空置税

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💰 空置税最新税率(重点)

若房产在 2025 参考年度被认定为空置

👉 需缴纳:

房屋 2025 年评估应税价值的 3%

⚠️ 另外注意:

今年空置税缴费截止时间

📆 由往年的 7 月 3 日,提前至 4 月 16 日

(具体以市府通知为准)

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🧭 如何申报 2025 年房屋居住状态?【一步步来】

1️⃣ 打开官网:

👉 vancouver.ca/eht-declare(仅英文)

2️⃣ 点击 Submit declaration(提交申报)

3️⃣ 输入:

物业编码 Folio number

密码 Access code

(都在地税单正面)

4️⃣ 填写联系方式 + 选择房屋居住状态

(可能需要补充文件)

5️⃣ 核查信息无误后提交

6️⃣ 可选择接收 电子确认邮件

📌 也可以授权他人代为申报

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BC 租房党,住满 183 天,政府直接给你 $400!

如果你 2025 年在 BC 省租过房,哪怕只是公寓、地下室、分租——

这 $400 加币,你可能已经符合条件了,但很多人不知道👇

这不是福利券、也不是补助金,而是BC Renter’s Tax Credit(BC 租房税务抵免)

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💰 能领多少钱?

最高 $400 CAD / 人 / 年

按收入分三档👇

① 年收入 ≤ $64,764 → ✅ 全额 $400

② $64,764 – $84,764 → ⬇️ 逐步递减

③ ≥ $84,764 → ❌ 无法领取

👉 不看房租贵不贵,只看你是否符合条件

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⏰ 什么时候领?

📅 2026 年报税季(2–4 月)

👉 在报 2025 年个人税(T1)时一起申请

📄 表格:BC 表格 5010-TC(E23)

👉 报税软件里一般会自动跳出(前提是你勾对选项)

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✅ 必须满足的条件(重点)

你需要同时满足👇

✔️ 2025 年在 BC 省租房 ≥ 183 天(6 个月)

✔️ 房租是你本人支付的

✔️ 2025 年报税时 年满 19 岁

✔️ 能提供 2025 年 T1 税单

✔️ 房屋类型不限:

公寓 / townhouse / 独立屋 / 地下室 / 分租都可以

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⚠️ 很多人踩雷的地方

❌ 房东是 直系亲属(父母、子女等)

❌ 房租 由雇主代付

❌ 只是“住在那”,但 没实际付房租

⚠️ 情侣 / 夫妻 / 同居伴侣

➡️ 同一个出租单位 只能一人申请

⭐ 合租党是好消息

👉 和室友可以 各自 claim 自己的 $400(只要你们各自付房租)

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📂 现在就该准备什么?

报税季快到了,建议现在就整理👇

📌 租房合同(Lease)

📌 房租支付记录

(e-transfer / 银行流水 / 房东收据)

📌 房东信息(姓名即可)

👉 到时候直接勾选,钱就进来了

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🧠 总结

👉 只要你 2025 年在 BC 租房住满半年

👉 年收入没超过 8.4 万

👉 2026 年报税时记得填表

💸 $400 政府不会提醒你,但你不领就真没了

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📌 建议收藏 + 转给身边所有 BC 租房的朋友,真的太多人每年白白错过!

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Open House. Open House on Saturday, January 10, 2026 2:00PM - 4:00PM

Please visit our Open House at 2870 203 Street in Langley. See details here

Open House on Saturday, January 10, 2026 2:00PM - 4:00PM

Experience refined living at Brookswood Mills! This elegant Three storey residence including a full below level sits on a 7,593 sqft lot, offering over 4,426 sqft of thoughtfully designed space. The main level showcases an inviting open layout with designer finishes, engineering hardwood flooring, custom cabinetry, and a gourmet kitchen perfect for hosting family and friends. The upper floor highlights a dramatic 18’ vaulted family room, four generous bedrooms, and three luxurious bathrooms. The basement adds flexibility with a private guest room plus a separate-entry two-bedroom suite ideal for in-laws or extra income. Enjoy a beautifully landscaped backyard for outdoor entertaining, all within a peaceful community near parks, schools, shopping. Open House, Jan 10 & 11, Sat & Sun, 2-4p.m.

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Open House. Open House on Sunday, January 11, 2026 2:00PM - 4:00PM

Please visit our Open House at 2870 203 Street in Langley. See details here

Open House on Sunday, January 11, 2026 2:00PM - 4:00PM

Experience refined living at Brookswood Mills! This elegant Three storey residence including a full below level sits on a 7,593 sqft lot, offering over 4,426 sqft of thoughtfully designed space. The main level showcases an inviting open layout with designer finishes, engineering hardwood flooring, custom cabinetry, and a gourmet kitchen perfect for hosting family and friends. The upper floor highlights a dramatic 18’ vaulted family room, four generous bedrooms, and three luxurious bathrooms. The basement adds flexibility with a private guest room plus a separate-entry two-bedroom suite ideal for in-laws or extra income. Enjoy a beautifully landscaped backyard for outdoor entertaining, all within a peaceful community near parks, schools, shopping. Open House, Jan 10 & 11, Sat & Sun, 2-4p.m.

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Open House. Open House on Sunday, January 11, 2026 2:00PM - 4:00PM

Please visit our Open House at 2701 1111 Richards Street in Vancouver. See details here

Open House on Sunday, January 11, 2026 2:00PM - 4:00PM

BREATHTAKING VANCOUVER CITY VIEWS FROM YALETOWN’S PREMIER LOCATION !Perched above Emery Barnes Park, 8X on the Park is an icon of modern luxury. This impeccably designed home features an open, efficient layout with floor-to-ceiling windows, A/C, hardwood flooring, and a gourmet kitchen with Italian cabinetry, marble backsplash, and integrated Miele appliances. Enjoy a spacious balcony with breathtaking skyline views. Amenities include the exclusive Sky Lounge, full-size gym, yoga studio, and 24/7 concierge. Steps to boutiques, cafés, restaurants, and groceries—urban living at its finest! Open House, Jan 11, Sun, 2-4p.m.

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2026年加拿大法定 & 联邦假日清单

📅 2026 年你到底能休多少天?一篇给你说明白!

新的一年刚开始,刚从假期回到工位的你,是不是已经在默默数下一个假期了?

好消息来了:加拿大 2026 年法定 & 联邦假日清单已出炉,长周末真的不少!

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🔍 先搞懂两个概念

法定假日(Stat Holidays):由各省/地区规定,多数私企员工适用

联邦假日(Federal Holidays):银行、邮政、政府、航空等联邦行业统一放假

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📌 2026 年共有 12 个联邦假日

但真正 全国都放的法定假日只有 4 个:元旦|加拿大国庆日|劳动节|圣诞节

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🏆 哪些省最“会放假”?

BC省 & 西北地区:11 天法定假日(天选打工人)

新斯科舍 & 纽芬兰:只有 6 天(有点心酸)

其他省份基本在 7–10 天之间

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🌟 2026 年重点假期 & 长周末

✨ 2月16日 家庭日(周一)

👉 多省放假,但⚠️ 魁北克不放

✨ 4月3日 耶稣受难日(周五)

👉 全国通用(魁北克为可选)

✨ 4月6日 复活节周一

👉 只有魁北克是法定假日,但联邦员工直接四天连休

✨ 5月18日 维多利亚日(周一)

👉 夏天正式开局+烟花季

✨ 6月24日 圣让-巴蒂斯特日(周三)

👉 魁北克“国庆日”,全省狂欢🎆

✨ 7月1日 加拿大国庆日(周三)

👉 想拼长假?得自己请假了😂

✨ 8月3日 市民假日(周一)

👉 BC Day / Civic Holiday,多数人可休

✨ 9月7日 劳动节(周一)

👉 全国统一,夏天最后一个长周末

✨ 9月30日 真相与和解日(周三)

👉 BC、曼省等地法定假日

✨ 10月12日 感恩节(周一)

👉 第二个黄金长周末🍁

✨ 11月11日 阵亡将士纪念日(周三)

👉 BC、阿省等地放假

✨ 12月25日 圣诞节(周五)

👉 全加拿大放!直接三天连休🎄

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📥 建议收藏这篇,现在就可以开始 计划你的 2026 年旅行 & 躺平时间了 😌

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在大温买房,避雷这5类房,少走十年弯路

温哥华看房,别光盯着蓝天绿草!大温的地产水深,不仅有装修陷阱,还有洪水位、航道、原住民地权各种隐形坑。尤其是刚登陆的宝子们,Offer别下太快,先看看这5类“避雷房”!

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1️⃣ 被“重金整容”的 Flipped Homes

在 Burnaby(本拿比) 或 Coquitlam(高贵林) 很多几十年的老House,被翻新得像豪宅。

大温真相: 别被全新的欧式大吊灯和高级地板晃了眼!很多投资客在 East Van(温东) 扫货后速刷油漆,甚至连 Permit(许可证)都没拉。入住后下大雨,地下室漏水能让你绝望。

💡 避坑: 必须查房屋持有历史,半年内转手的要严查水电和结构。

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2️⃣ 违规地下室:想收租?先看市府脸色

很多宝子盯着 Surrey(素里) 或 Langley(兰里) 带两层出租单元的房子,觉得能 Cover 房贷。

大温真相: 温哥华对 Illegal Basement Suite 查得很严!如果层高不够、没开防火窗,被邻居举报一次,City 就能让你强制拆除。到时候不仅没租金,还得背一屁股债。

💡 避坑: 看房带把卷尺,量量层高,顺便查查该区域是否允许 Secondary Suite。

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3️⃣ 历史“毒房”:大麻屋 (Grow-Ops)

大温有些地块大的老房子,价格低得诱人。

大温真相: 这类房子当年为了种大麻,湿度极高,霉菌可能已经吃进了木头框架。在 Richmond(列治文) 或 Maple Ridge(枫树岭) 的一些老房,一旦被列入大麻屋名单,以后保险公司直接拒绝受保,房贷也没戏。

💡 避坑: 找中介去警察局或市府系统查是否有相关记录,这种房白送也别碰!

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4️⃣ 被“嫌弃”的 Heritage 老宅

West End 或者 Shaughnessy 的老房子美如画?

大温真相: 住在里面就像给古董做手术。想换个双层玻璃?对不起,政府说要保持原貌。冬天温哥华的穿堂风吹进来,电费账单能让你心滴血。而且老房可能有铅水管和石棉,清理费能买辆特斯拉。

💡 避坑: 确认房子是否在 Heritage Register 名单上,新手慎入!

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5️⃣ 风景背后的“杀机”:洪水与地权

Richmond(列治文) 的海景、Pitt Meadows 的田园风,或是 UBC 附近的森林房。

大温真相: 洪水: Richmond 小部分地方在海平面以下,保险费年年涨。

地权: 特别注意 University Endowment Lands 附近的 Leasehold 房,你买的不是产权,而是几十年的租约。

额外坑: 别忘了查 YVR航道噪音!不然每天早晨叫醒你的不是梦想,是波音747。

💡 避坑: 查清楚土地是 Freehold 还是 Leasehold,同时看一眼大温洪水风险地图。

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大温生活不易,买房更要谨慎! 宝子们还遇到过哪些“糟心房”?欢迎在评论区留言,我们一起在温哥华守住钱包!💰

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New property listed in Brookswood Langley, Langley

I have listed a new property at 2870 203 Street in Langley. See details here

Experience refined living at Brookswood Mills! This elegant two-storey residence with a full below level sits on a 7,593 sqft lot, offering over 4,426 sqft of thoughtfully designed space. The main level showcases an inviting open layout with designer finishes, engineering hardwood flooring, custom cabinetry, and a gourmet kitchen perfect for hosting family and friends. The upper floor highlights a dramatic 18’ vaulted family room, four generous bedrooms, and three luxurious bathrooms. The basement adds flexibility with a private guest room plus a separate-entry two-bedroom suite ideal for in-laws or extra income. Enjoy a beautifully landscaped backyard for outdoor entertaining, all within a peaceful community near parks, schools, shopping, and key hubs across Langley and South Surrey.

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Open House. Open House on Saturday, January 3, 2026 2:00PM - 4:00PM

Please visit our Open House at 2701 1111 Richards Street in Vancouver. See details here

Open House on Saturday, January 3, 2026 2:00PM - 4:00PM

BREATHTAKING VANCOUVER CITY VIEWS FROM YALETOWN’S PREMIER LOCATION !Perched above Emery Barnes Park, 8X on the Park is an icon of modern luxury. This impeccably designed home features an open, efficient layout with floor-to-ceiling windows, A/C, hardwood flooring, and a gourmet kitchen with Italian cabinetry, marble backsplash, and integrated Miele appliances. Enjoy a spacious balcony with breathtaking skyline views. Amenities include the exclusive Sky Lounge, full-size gym, yoga studio, and 24/7 concierge. Steps to boutiques, cafés, restaurants, and groceries—urban living at its finest! Open House, Jan 03 & 04, Sat & Sun, 2-4p.m.

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Open House. Open House on Sunday, January 4, 2026 2:00PM - 4:00PM

Please visit our Open House at 2701 1111 Richards Street in Vancouver. See details here

Open House on Sunday, January 4, 2026 2:00PM - 4:00PM

BREATHTAKING VANCOUVER CITY VIEWS FROM YALETOWN’S PREMIER LOCATION !Perched above Emery Barnes Park, 8X on the Park is an icon of modern luxury. This impeccably designed home features an open, efficient layout with floor-to-ceiling windows, A/C, hardwood flooring, and a gourmet kitchen with Italian cabinetry, marble backsplash, and integrated Miele appliances. Enjoy a spacious balcony with breathtaking skyline views. Amenities include the exclusive Sky Lounge, full-size gym, yoga studio, and 24/7 concierge. Steps to boutiques, cafés, restaurants, and groceries—urban living at its finest! Open House, Jan 03 & 04, Sat & Sun, 2-4p.m.

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