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High Home Prices Stifle Mobility, Threaten Canada’s Growth

2/5/2025

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Rising home prices hinder population mobility, negatively affecting economic growth in Canada.
A 1% increase in housing prices results in a 1% decrease in city migration.
Doubling housing starts in Toronto could boost its population by 3% over the next decade.
High housing costs impede skill development, prompting employers to increase salaries for talent attraction.
Tackling affordability is essential for unlocking the potential of Canada's major cities.

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Story summary

Rising home prices hinder population mobility, negatively affecting economic growth in Canada.
A 1% increase in housing prices results in a 1% decrease in city migration.
Doubling housing starts in Toronto could boost its population by 3% over the next decade.
High housing costs impede skill development, prompting employers to increase salaries for talent attraction.
Tackling affordability is essential for unlocking the potential of Canada's major cities.