Skyview Riding faces challenges with affordable housing, making it difficult for families and newcomers to find suitable living. The number of residents in Skyview Riding has also increased many fold. At the same time, there has been rapid deterioration in housing inventories and affordability. In Canada fewer homes were built last year than in 1972 when population was half the size. House prices have risen as red tape is slowing down financing for builders trying to construct affordable housing. There are delays, fees, regulations and taxes resulting in increase in the prices. Radical action is required to prevent housing from becoming even more unaffordable. Let’s get affordable housing and increase housing inventories for Canadians.

Dr Raman Gill will work towards policies that promote affordable housing development and support first time homebuyers.