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Trudeau Introduces a Renters’ Bill of Rights
On Mar. 27, Prime Minister Justin Trudeau introduced the Canadian Renters’ Bill of Rights. The bill aims to address the urgent need for affordable rental accommodations nationwide.
ANALYSIS | Vancouver’s Housing Crisis, Explained
Vancouver has been grappling with a long-standing housing crisis that has left many residents struggling to find affordable homes. As prices continue to rise, the issue has begun to catch global attention.
Condo Plans for 105 Keefer Street, Chinatown, Causes Uproar Among Locals
In Chinatown, construction company Beedie Living is pushing for a condominium project that has been met with protest from local residents.
OPINION | Will Federal Incompetence Quash BC’s Housing Efforts?
The average price of a home in Canada was $729,044 as of May 2023, according to the Canadian Real Estate Association. In Metro Vancouver, that figure increases to $1,188,000, according to the Real Estate Board of Greater Vancouver.
China’s Housing Bubble Has Burst: Here’s Why
Homebuyers in at least 100 Chinese cities have threatened to stop their mortgage payments since late June as construction on many pre-sold properties has not resumed, according to Reuters.
Citizens have taken it to the streets in an attempt to get the government’s attention. The mortgage protest became a rare act of public disobedience in China which has gained more momentum as the crisis continues, shaking the foundations of the Chinese economy.
Trudeau was Reelected. Now What?
Back in September, Justin Trudeau’s Liberal government was elected once again as a minority government. Since then, much has happened in Trudeau’s third term.
Housing Affordability in Vancouver
Vancouver is widely considered one of the nicest cities to live in. It has views of the mountains, is not far away from the ocean, and has an abundance of wilderness to explore. But with these luxuries come high prices in living accommodations.