Restrictions would limit the ability of non-citizens to buy homes, aiming to keep housing prices affordable for local residents. Proponents argue that it helps maintain affordable housing for locals and prevents property speculation. Opponents argue that it deters foreign investment and can negatively impact the housing market.
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Response rates from 1.4k Canada voters.
91% Yes |
9% No |
91% Yes |
9% No |
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Unique answers from Canada voters whose views went beyond the provided options.
@9TVPNXW3mos3MO
they should set a limit on the amount of land or properties a foreign investor can own
@9ZNZZY81mo1MO
Residential and rental properties should only be owned by Canadian residents, using Canadian banks for credit.
@9VCJXCY3mos3MO
Yes, but buy a vacancy tax, if they want to leave it empty they can pay
@9TTDYHC3mos3MO
Quit focusing on foreign buyers and focus on corporate investments
@9TC7PPG3mos3MO
Yes, but perhaps the government should add vacancy taxes to foreigners until they are permanent residents.
@9T7CJZ64mos4MO
It doesn't need to be restricted but regulated better
@9T35SNQ4mos4MO
Ban foreign investors from buying residential property in Canada.
@9RD5G375mos5MO
Have a fairly steep non-resident tax for people who do not live in Canada
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