Tag: BC
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Canadian leaders are under fire for calling $1700/month 330sqft micro apartments “affordable housing”

Deputy Prime Minister Chrystia Freeland is facing criticism on social media for her recent comments promoting a new apartment complex in British Columbia as an affordable housing solution for low to middle-income earners in Canada. Freeland highlighted the Hudson House apartment building, which offers 227 units funded through the government’s Apartment Construction Loan program, in…
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Income Needed To Get A Mortgage In Canada

Are you considering buying a home in Canada? Wondering how much income you need to secure that mortgage? Look no further! Ratehub.com launched their newest report and here is the average income needed to get a mortgage in Canada: Graph by Nesto.ca Source: Income Needed To Get A Mortgage In Canada – nesto.ca
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Challenging the Utopian Dream: The Dark Side of the 15-Minute City

As the urban landscape rapidly evolves, the idea of the “15-Minute City” has gained momentum, promising a utopian vision of urban living (Bohn & Viljoen, 2017). Yet, amidst the allure of convenience and sustainability, we must take a critical look at the potential downsides that this concept may bring. While the 15-Minute City has its…