15. Government Policies

Keeping it Real

In this episode of the Keeping it Real podcast, join Jacquie McCarnan as she delves into the complex world of affordable housing and the ongoing housing crisis in Canada. She explores the historical context behind the housing crisis, tracing it back to the shift in responsibility from federal to provincial governments. She dissects the recent federal housing policies implemented since 2017 and their implications on provincial and municipal levels.

Jacquie highlights key aspects of the federal housing policy, such as the Canadian Secondary Suite Loan Program and the Public Transit Fund, which aim to increase housing supply and improve infrastructure. She also touches on recent provincial legislation, such as Bill 44, and the Housing Supply Act, and its implications for property development and zoning regulations.

Tune in for a deep dive into the intricacies of housing policy, and stay informed about the ongoing developments shaping the real estate landscape!

Government of Canada Housing Plan: https://www.infrastructure.gc.ca/housing-logement/housing-plan-report-rapport-plan-logement-eng.html

Province of British Columbia Housing Plan: https://strongerbc.gov.bc.ca/housing/

District of North Vancouver Plan for Housing (not updated yet): https://www.dnv.org/community-environment/housing

City of North Vancouver Housing Action Plan: https://www.cnv.org/community-environment/housing/housing-action-plan

BACKPACK BUDDIES: https://www.backpackbuddies.ca/

Edward Rutherfurd - China - https://www.amazon.ca/China-Novel-Edward-Rutherfurd/dp/0385682034/ref=asc_df_0385682034/?tag=googleshopc0c-20&linkCode=df0&hvadid=578813962959&hvpos=&hvnetw=g&hvrand=358874907083133835&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvqmt=&hvdev=c&hvdvcmdl=&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=9001576&hvtargid=pla-1635152615749&psc=1&mcid=cb3c8085556d32609749f6e31587b88a

What was covered:
(00:57) The housing crisis in Canada and federal involvement history.

(02:53) Overview of the federal housing policy and its impact on provincial and municipal policies.

(05:07) The provincial legislation, Bill 44, and its implications for housing supply.

(08:50) Mention of the public transit fund and Canadian infrastructure fund in federal proposals.

(10:13) Explanation of the Housing Supply Act and its impact on property zoning.

(13:06) Addressing the costs and challenges faced by developers in the housing market.

(14:42) The deadline for new bills and its impact on development applications.

(16:12) The support for Backpack Buddies and the North Vancouver nonprofit.

(16:55) Recommendation of the book "China" by Edward Rutherford.

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