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WIN: Ontario does away with harmful 1991 rent loophole

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- April 28, 2017

After receiving 3,000+ signatures from Gen Squeeze, the Ontario government closes the 1991 rent loophole that permitted limitless rent increases for many tenants.

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WIN: Victoria city council passes garden suite zoning

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- April 15, 2017

Victoria city council has unanimously supported measures that'll make it easier to build garden suites. This win means: more diverse, secure rental options in Victoria, and application fees cut by $3,800 for homeowners.

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The kind of long-time homeowners we need on our side

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- April 12, 2017

These documentary film-makers from Oak Bay have a fascinating perspective on the affordability crisis, and they support measures to bring down the cost of housing.

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"I save $255 — AND get an extra 2GB of data."

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- March 01, 2017

Generation Squeeze's exclusive cell phone deal can save you hundreds of dollars. Check it out!

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Thanks, Vancouver! Finally bought a family home. Now can we afford the family?

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- January 30, 2017

Giving up on owning a house. Having to move back in with mom and dad. Demoralizing work commutes. Next you wonder whether you can afford to start a family after all.

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WIN! Vancouver passes a tax on empty homes

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- November 16, 2016

After four hours of debate at Vancouver city hall, council voted to implement a one per cent tax on homes in an effort to return much needed housing stock to the market.

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