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Housing crisis solutions viewed as a marathon, not a sprint, says CMHC

Adam Freill June 26, 2025 3 min read
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Housing crisis solutions viewed as a marathon, not a sprint, says CMHC
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The Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation (CMHC) reports that Canada needs to double its housing construction to 430,000 to 480,000 units annually for affordability to return to pre-pandemic levels. Major cities like Montreal, Toronto, and Vancouver show significant supply gaps, with Edmonton being an exception. CMHC argues that achieving this demand will require advancements in workforce capacity, innovative construction technology, and reductions in regulatory and developmental costs. They emphasize that resolving the housing crisis will take a long-term, systemic approach.