Mr. Speaker, the United Nations has designated today as world habitat day, a day to reflect on our communities, their importance in our lives. This year's theme is future cities, a theme that offers an opportunity for people living in communities everywhere to consider the current state of their city and to explore how existing problems can be overcome and their communities made more equitable, just and sustainable.
The conditions under which people live determine, to a large extent, their health, productivity and sense of well-being. Canadians are fortunate to live in the best country in the world and are among the best housed people. That state is largely due to the collaborative efforts of organizations such as Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation and its various partners.
Working in close collaboration with industry and a host of government and non-governmental organizations, as well as community and self-help groups, CMHC strives to encourage the—