Here are some examples of how federal mortgage rules (the mortgage Stress Test) affect Canadians entering the real estate market.

As of April, 2018 ....
Calgary Edmonton Vancouver Toronto
Average Home Price
$465,607 $374,159 $1,084,000 $817,642
Down Payment Required (20%)
$93,121 $74,832 $216,800 $163,528
Annual Income Required
$85,000 $65,000 $175,000 $145,000

Note: These numbers assume a 2.99% 5-year fixed mortgage rate with a 25-year amortization.