C-227House of CommonsSecond reading (Commons)

An Act to establish a national strategy on housing for young Canadians

Presented by: Braedon Clark, députéLegislature 45, Session 1Type: Private Member’s Bill

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At a glance

The bill aims to establish a national strategy on housing for young Canadians. It calls on the federal government to work with provinces, territories, and housing organizations to understand and address the unique barriers young Canadians face in the housing market.

Detailed summary

Bill C-227 aims to develop a national strategy specifically targeting housing for young Canadians. This initiative seeks to address the increasing challenges young people face in securing stable housing, whether renting, purchasing, or finding accommodation during their studies.

The main provisions of the bill include collaboration with provincial, territorial, and housing organizations to identify the specific barriers young Canadians encounter. The bill emphasizes the need for lasting solutions that meet the needs of this demographic.

No specific laws are amended by this bill, but it calls for a coordinated approach among various levels of government and relevant entities.

Young Canadians are the primary beneficiaries of this strategy, as it aims to improve their access to housing. Provincial and territorial governments, along with housing organizations, are also involved in the implementation of this strategy.

Legislative progress

House of Commons

  1. First readingSep 18, 2025
  2. Second readingFeb 12, 2026
  3. Consideration in committeeUpcoming
  4. Report stageUpcoming
  5. Third readingUpcoming

Senate

  1. First readingUpcoming
  2. Second readingUpcoming
  3. Third readingUpcoming
  1. Royal assentUpcoming

Recent debates

  1. Second reading in the House of Commons
  2. First reading in the House of Commons

Official source: ourcommons.ca

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