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How do we fix the housing market in Canada?

As interest rates rise in Canada, the housing market is beginning to cool. But for many, the idea of owning a home still feels out of reach.

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CBC Radio · Posted: May 06, 2022 6:38 PM EDT | Last Updated: May 8, 2022

A 'sold over asking' sign on a realtor's advertisement. — Rising interest rates are cooling the housing market. But is it enough? (Ben Nelms/CBC)

Cross Country Checkup1:53:00FULL EPISODE: How do we fix the housing market in Canada?

As interest rates rise in Canada, the housing market is beginning to cool.

But for many, the idea of owning a home or renting their own apartment still feels out of reach.

Our question this week: How do we fix the housing market in Canada?

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