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Securing affordable housing is a huge challenge for many Canadians, especially for those living in cities like Toronto and Vancouver, where real-estate markets barely had a chance to cool down during the pandemic.

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Most responsibility for housing lies with provinces and municipalities, but with the federal election fast approaching, party leaders are pledging to do what they can to ease the housing affordability crisis. #cdnpoli

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The New Democrats (@NDP) want to create 500,000 affordable housing units over 10 years.

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The @liberal_party have promised a “Home Buyers’ Bill of Rights” and tax-free savings accounts for first-time buyers.

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The @CPC_HQ say they’d build a million homes over three years if elected.

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The @CanadianGreens have promised low-income housing by creating 300,000 units over 10 years.

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Read more about where each party stands on housing and get the latest federal #elexn44 updates and essential reading ahead of the Sept. 20 vote.

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