Blog - Generation Squeeze

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Explore the latest news & resources about the Squeeze, and what we’re doing to squeeze back.

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We’re jumping into the federal carbon price showdown

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- November 08, 2018

We'll argue the federal government not only has the right to price pollution, they have a responsibility to do so, to avoid discriminating against younger Canadians

Action, Commentary

The challenges (and rewards!) of championing younger voices

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- November 04, 2018

Gen Squeeze supporter Kyle Empringham learned a lot carrying your voice to Ottawa to figure out how we can track Canada’s adaptation to climate change.

Personal Stories

#MetroVanElxn18: a how-to guide

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- October 09, 2018

Voting is one of the most important things you can do if you're concerned about the housing crisis.

Action

WIN: Parental leave top-up coming even sooner

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- September 26, 2018

This means greater flexibility for moms, and incentive for dads to take leave!

Wins

Why we make generational comparisons

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- September 21, 2018

Canada's biggest lobby for seniors/retirees once attacked our use of generational comparisons as "idiotic." We disagree.

Commentary

WIN: Vancouver makes room for duplexes

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- September 19, 2018

Vancouver votes yes to city-wide duplex zoning, paving the way for more missing middle housing.

Wins

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- September 13, 2018

We need to stop treating renters like second class citizens. Here's how.

Commentary

What is the Squeeze?

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Squeeze - August 10, 2018

Younger Canadians are being held back by a 360-degree squeeze. Here's what's going on and how we're working together to squeeze back.

Videos

It Takes a Village

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- July 26, 2018

Trying to afford rent in Vancouver? It takes a village.

Videos, Humour

Support Driftwood Village Co-housing!

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- June 29, 2018

This co-housing proposal for North Vancouver is way too cool! But we need your support to get it approved.

Action