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 1.2k 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.
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they should set a limit on the amount of land or properties a foreign investor can own
@9RXWPMM4mos4MO
Yes, and ban all foreign investors from buying residential property
@9RGCB9P4mos4MO
Yes but not fully restrict. Just add restrictions.
@9RD5G374mos4MO
Have a fairly steep non-resident tax for people who do not live in Canada
@9RBTNDB4mos4MO
Restrict buying of residential properties by all investors
@9WYDMSD3wks3W
Yes, no foreigner should be allowed to own property nevermind foreign investors who are causing our housing crisis with their speculation.
@9WK3LGV4wks4W
This is not a yes or no situation, as some foreign investment is necessary it should be regulated.
@9VCJXCY2mos2MO
Yes, but buy a vacancy tax, if they want to leave it empty they can pay
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