@EndWokeness@KamalaHarris@Tim_Walz I’m disappointed that so many Americans view the term “socialist” as an insult. We are a society, not a collection of disconnected individuals an so we have public schools, civic government, parks and laws for common behaviour. We take care of those who fall through the cracks.
A generation ago, none of these taxes existed: no GST, no Land Transfer Tax, no Development Charges. The cost of owning a home has soared, and governments at all three levels have been a BIG part of that.
Think of this from an intergenerational perspective. Young people today cannot afford homes. This is impacting major life decisions, including starting a family.
There is lots for governments to fix to get more people into homes. The tax grab is a good place to start.
The magician redirects attention (as do some others).
With medical care, local and regional transportation, infrastructure, regional planning, poverty, education and housing policies in a shambles, ladies and gentlemen - let's talk about alcohol.
@alexbozikovic@joe_berridge I'm interested in creating a group to develop a self-directed housing project in the Port Lands on Villiers Island. The asks? A long-term land lease, CMHC not-for-profit housing funding and relief from DCs.