Wesgroup Layoffs Send Shockwaves Through Market

Vancouver Shocker! Why Wesgroup's Layoffs Could Reshape Real Estate

Wesgroup lays off 12% of staff as Vancouver’s condo market stalls. Find out what triggered it, how it affects you as an investor, and where new opportunities may rise.

Debbie Balfour & WBN TV & WBN News Langley & WBN News Abbotsford

Jun 30, 2025 - 1 min read

✍️ By Debbie Balfour | WBN News | June 30, 2025 | Click HERE for your FREE Subscription to WBN News and/or to be a Contributor.

Canada’s condo crisis just got real

Wesgroup Properties, one of Vancouver’s largest developers, made headlines this week by laying off 12% of its workforce and postponing or canceling several major projects in the region. The company pointed to a cost-of-delivery crisis and weakening presale activity, exposing major cracks in Vancouver’s real estate engine.

“This isn’t about our finances. We’re strong,” said CEO Beau Jarvis. “It’s about aligning with new market realities.”

Experts say a combination of rising construction costs, higher interest rates, and tightening financing requirements has left developers stuck. Most lenders now require 60% of units to be pre-sold before greenlighting a build. That threshold has become difficult to meet as investors grow hesitant and buyers wait on the sidelines.

🔍 What This Means for Real Estate Investors

👍 The Good News:
Deals on the table
Distressed land sales and discounted presales may offer rare opportunities.
Stabilizing market
A slower pipeline could rebalance supply and demand in the long run.

👎 The Bad News:
Project uncertainty
Some developments may be delayed indefinitely or canceled altogether.
Shaky sentiment
Investor confidence could fall further, dragging down values and stalling activity.

While the short term feels shaky, this moment may open up new possibilities for rental-focused or value-driven buyers who can afford to be patient and strategic.

▶️ Watch:

Pre-Sale Condo Disaster!

Debbie Balfour | Real Estate Investing Success Coach + Podcast Host
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