Mr. Tim Richter at the Human Resources, Skills and Social Development and the Status of Persons with Disabilities Committee

On June 8th, 2020. See this statement in context.

June 8th, 2020 / 2:35 p.m.

President and Chief Executive Officer, Canadian Alliance to End Homelessness

There are a range of measures. I think we could set up a fund that allows the non-profit sector and others to buy up the housing. The mayor of Montreal created a right of first refusal for the city to buy properties that might be distressed or up for sale. We could do that nationally.

I think we should explore taxation or other regulatory measures to prevent the rates and large funds from taking over this housing.

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