Business View Magazine - Jan 2026

Large developers often require hundreds of annual starts to remain viable. SLV Homes’ smaller footprint allows it to weather market fluctuations that can destabilize larger firms. Sudbury’s housing market has remained resilient, ranking among Canada’s top areas for housing start growth. Strong demand, limited inventory, and rising home prices continue to support steady activity. “We could sell more homes,” Zagordo says,“but this pace allows us to manage properly and deliver quality.” THE SKILLED TRADES CHALLENGE Post-pandemic conditions reshaped the construction cost structure. While material pricing has stabilized, labour costs have risen sharply due to a shortage of skilled tradespeople. The loss of experienced craftspeople—particularly in carpentry, masonry, and concrete—concerns Zagordo, evanshomebuildingcentre.com mikelapointe@evanslumber.ca (705) 674-1921 Built on trust. Supplying your vision. From kitchens and millwork to Beaver Homes & Cottages and delivery, Evans Lumber supplies quality materials and expert service,so your build or renovation goes smoothly. ESTIMATING MILL WORK DELIVERY KITCHENS 59 BUSINESS VIEW MAGAZINE VOLUME 13, ISSUE 01 SLV HOMES

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