Our third recommendation is to develop a national housing strategy. As referenced in the statistics above, 81% of homes in our area were built before 1986. This indicates an aging stock.
The revitalization of the housing market could be a great boon to the economy. Trades training programs and a program of government guarantees for loans that are directed at women would enable women to form cooperatives to build and repair homes in their communities. This could provide the opportunity for thousands of jobs across Canada.
I look forward to the other presentations and any discussions and questions the committee may have.
Thank you so much.