Solving the Housing Crisis: Canada’s Housing Plan

Introduction

Canada’s population has surged while homebuilding hasn’t kept pace, pushing affordability out of reach for many, especially renters and newcomers. This infographic traces population growth versus housing completions from 1972 to 2022, unpacks the drivers of the gap, and outlines Ottawa’s plan: to accelerate approvals, remove GST on new rentals, invest in infrastructure, and target 3.9 million homes by 2031, as well as what this means for the communities welcoming newcomers.