Do Canadians need new houses, or new homes?

We should embrace a broader public vision that supports families in accessing affordable homes integrated into local community infrastructure and services.

Housing and Infrastructure Minister Gregor Robertson. The Build Canada Homes funding is a start, but it’s a question whether the government has considered all of the costs to connect millions of new houses, write David Watters, Ryan Deschamps, and Rahim Rezaie.The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade

Opinion

BY DAVID WATTERS, RYAN DESCHAMPS, RAHIM REZAIE

October 8, 2025

Prime Minister Carney set seven national missions for his government, including “Making housing more affordable.” To this end, on Sept. 14&...

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