BC Housing
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Housing, climate, public safety are focus of fall B.C. legislature sessionNew legislation will aim to 'deliver more homes for people, faster, transition to clean energy, and keep people safe and communities strong,' the B.C. government said.PoliticsSep 29
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Thousands of units expected from select B.C. cities in new housing targetsIf met, the five-year goals mean the selected communities would build 38 per cent more stock than what they would have otherwise, based on historic trends.EconomySep 26
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B.C. premier hails ‘good progress’ in Ottawa trip focused on housing, crime, climateIn August, Premier David Eby had written to the prime minister asking for a meeting to discuss future infrastructure investments across the country.PoliticsSep 26
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B.C. premier in Ottawa to discuss wildfires, infrastructure, clean energyThe B.C. delegation will meet with the prime minister and senior federal officials to discuss the clean-energy sector and support for critical infrastructure needs in communities.PoliticsSep 25
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19% decline in B.C. housing due to short-term rental shift: studyIt is estimated that B.C. tenants bore an extra $2 billion in rent costs between 2016 and 2021 due to the vast expansion of short-term rentals.CanadaSep 20
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B.C. to streamline permitting, offer incentive to homeowners to rent secondary suitesThe B.C. government is chipping away at promises made under its multi-billion-dollar housing plan, announcing two new initiatives aimed at boosting supply and affordability.PoliticsSep 18
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B.C. in a ‘good position’ for building with Ottawa’s new tax break: Housing ministerUrban planner Andy Yan, however, said he didn't "necessarily" think Ottawa's GST break would have a huge impact in Metro Vancouver.EconomySep 15
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Could pre-fabrication be the key to unlocking B.C.’s housing supply crunch?A Metro Vancouver report argues the use of pre-fabricated components could cut the cost of new builds by up to 30 per cent, while speeding up construction by 20 to 50 per cent.EconomySep 5
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Move-in day for B.C. post-secondary students amid housing crisisThe Alliance of BC Students said there are thousands who weren't able to secure housing spots on campuses.EducationSep 2
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B.C. asks for proposals to build 3,500 ‘affordable’ rental homesThe province has invited non-profits, First Nations, municipalities and other organizations to submit proposals, which will be accepted until mid-November.CanadaAug 30
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