Front Burner Can Canada’s housing minister make homes cheaper?
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Sep 17, 2025 Gregor Robertson, Canada’s Housing Minister, dives into the pressing housing affordability crisis affecting Canadians today. He shares insights on the Liberal government's $13-billion initiative, Build Canada Homes, aimed at boosting housing construction. Robertson discusses the need for diverse housing options and streamlined bureaucracy to enhance efficiency. He also highlights challenges in cities like Vancouver, where home prices skyrocketed, and emphasizes innovative policies to recalibrate the housing market. Can his plans make homes more affordable? Listen to find out!
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First 4,000 Factory-Built Rentals
- The first wave includes 4,000 factory-built rental homes on six federal sites across Canada.
- Robertson says these will target people priced out of the market and can include co-ops, workforce housing, and below-market rents.
Mixed-Income Builds Can Scale Affordability
- Robertson says affordable projects will often mix market and below-market units, serving low to middle incomes.
- He frames mixed-income buildings as healthier socially and financially to scale affordable supply.
Seek Partnerships For Dense City Projects
- Robertson says Build Canada Homes will expand beyond initial federal sites to big cities like Toronto and Vancouver through partnerships.
- He invites private builders and non-market providers to propose projects leveraging public land.