They say that inflation is here to stay, that it's clear that low-income people are being hit hardest, and that housing is a major expense for Canadian households.
However, we need to house everyone. We must therefore implement a major project that will mobilize all of society and all of the different players, where government investments will target those who need it most.
It seems to me unavoidable that we undertake such a project at this time. When I say I want to see a mobilization of all actors, I mean all parties. We are often concerned about private property ownership. It is true that everyone has the right to own property. However, if there are choices to be made, I repeat that we must first think of the poor, of those who receive a monthly cheque for $1,000, more than half of which goes to pay for housing. What are they left with to meet other needs?
We have a collective obligation to find solutions to ensure that all Canadians find housing, especially those most in need.