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 1.5k 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.
@9TVPNXW4mos4MO
they should set a limit on the amount of land or properties a foreign investor can own
@B29ZVFC2wks2W
If the domestic people have problem with purchasing a house, I think it's necessary for government to restrict it.
@B278T224wks4W
It should be free for legal immigrants, but it should be prohibited or restricted for foreign traders
@9TC7PPG4mos4MO
Yes, but perhaps the government should add vacancy taxes to foreigners until they are permanent residents.
@9T7CJZ65mos5MO
It doesn't need to be restricted but regulated better
@9T35SNQ5mos5MO
Ban foreign investors from buying residential property in Canada.
@9RD5G376mos6MO
Have a fairly steep non-resident tax for people who do not live in Canada
@9RBTNDB6mos6MO
Restrict buying of residential properties by all investors
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