Former Vancouver Mayor Robertson Appointed Federal Housing Minister

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Gregor Robertson, a former mayor of Vancouver and MLA, has been appointed as Canada's federal housing and infrastructure minister by Prime Minister Mark Carney. Robertson's role will focus on doubling housing output over the next decade and making critical decisions on other real estate investments like manufacturing facilities and transportation infrastructure. He also assumes responsibility for Pacific Economic Development Canada, influencing sustainability-focused projects in British Columbia. With these changes, Canada is reorienting its housing and economic development policies under Carney's administration.