Bringing stability home: what Canada can learn from U.S. housing policies

Adopting a 30-year fixed mortgage would provide much-needed stability for Canadians in the quest for homeownership.
Housing, climate, and human rights: a critical opportunity in Canada’s next federal election

Parties that truly prioritize a rights-based approach will have the opportunity to deliver concrete policies that address the twin crises of housing and climate change.
A solution to homelessness is within our grasp

Homelessness is a problem that Canada can tackle with the Housing First approach, and encampments are the right place to start.
Housing crisis, or opportunity?

The federal government can adapt the Canada Housing Plan to assume a more central role in funding and developing sustainable rental housing options.
Supply alone won’t solve the housing crisis

Without effective measures like rent regulation, there’s nothing to keep existing homes affordable.
Liberals need middle-class housing plan to match Conservatives, says housing expert

The Tories’ plan to scrap the federal sales tax on new homes sold for less than $1-million doesn’t have a comparable Liberal counterproposal, says Place Centre founding director Mike Moffatt.
Liberals offer united front on Trump, but caucus split on candidate best fit to lead the party

U.S. President Donald Trump also drops numerous bombshells for Canada in his World Economic Forum address as Liberals meet in Ottawa.
Questions remain about how Liberals missed deficit target by over $20-billion, says PBO

Disregarding fiscal anchors has become ‘a unique feature’ of the current government, says Chrétien-era Finance Canada official Eugene Lang.
Time to dig deep into a strategy for geothermal power

Strategic investments in innovation and a supportive policy context could build on a proven made-in-Canada model to position us at the forefront of geothermal.
Bridging the gap between science and policy for precision medicine

Canada appears to be held back by policies that are outdated and hinder advancements in public health for its diverse populations.