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اجتماع وكلاء العقارات في عاصمة كندا: دعوة لتوفير السكن للجميع!

The Canadian Real Estate⁢ Association (CREA) ⁣recently‌ held its ⁣annual Political Action Committee (PAC) Days from October 20 to 22,‍ 2024, gathering over 400 REALTORS®‌ from across Canada on Parliament ⁣Hill. The⁣ event focused on discussions surrounding Canada’s ‍housing‌ crisis and featured ⁤a variety of speakers⁤ and panels.

Highlights from the Event:

Day 1:

  • The event ‌kicked off with ‌a traditional welcome by Elder Claudette Commanda of the Kitigan Zibi Anishinabeg First ⁤Nation.
  • Former Premiers Jason Kenney⁤ and Kathleen Wynne shared their insights on the current state of the ​federation.
  • Eddie​ Sheppard ​from Abacus Data​ presented alarming⁢ statistics about young⁤ Canadians⁢ delaying major life events due to housing unaffordability.
  • A media panel featuring ⁤prominent journalists provided a non-partisan discussion‍ on the political landscape.

Day 2:

  • This day was‌ marked by extensive meetings between PAC ​representatives and Members of Parliament⁤ (MPs), advocating for three ⁢key REALTOR® recommendations:

1. Stimulating supply through innovative offsite construction‌ technologies.
​ 2. Establishing a national housing secretariat for better policy⁣ coordination.
3. Providing HST/GST relief for non-profit-built affordable ownership housing.

  • Minister Sean Fraser addressed delegates regarding government efforts to tackle the housing crisis, followed by keynote speaker Rick Wilson discussing potential impacts of the upcoming⁢ U.S. election on Canadian politics.

Day 3:

  • MPs‌ discussed deteriorating⁤ civil discourse in politics, emphasizing collaboration across party‍ lines.
  • Attendees visited Maisons usinées Côté in Chelsea,‍ Quebec, ⁤to observe innovative offsite construction practices firsthand.

The event​ concluded ⁢with comedian‌ Shaun Majumder sharing his ⁢humorous experiences related to real estate and personal finance.

For those​ interested in participating next year during CREA’s milestone anniversary⁤ or seeking updates on federal affairs, further information is available at REALTORActionNetwork.ca.The recent PAC Days event highlighted significant discussions and activities surrounding ​Canada’s housing crisis, featuring ⁢a range of speakers and panels. Here are ‌some key highlights‍ from the event:

Day 1 ​Highlights

  • The media panel included prominent journalists such as Chantal Hébert, Robert Russo, Susan Delacourt (English panel), and Joël-Denis Bellavance, Hélène Buzzetti​ (French panel), providing insights ⁤into the current⁣ political landscape.

Day⁢ 2 Highlights

  • Delegates engaged in over 100 meetings with‌ Members of Parliament (MPs) to advocate for REALTOR® recommendations.
  • Representatives from various organizations discussed inclusive ⁢solutions to​ the housing crisis.
  • The PAC Awards were presented:

⁢- Outstanding ⁤PAC Team Award (Large ⁢Board): Nova Scotia Association of REALTORS® and Windsor-Essex County ‌Association of REALTORS®.
Outstanding PAC Team Award (Small Board): Guelph and District Association of REALTORS®.
⁤ ⁣

  • Minister Sean Fraser addressed delegates about government efforts to tackle the ⁢housing crisis.
  • Keynote speaker Rick Wilson shared insights on U.S. politics and its potential impact on Canada ahead of the upcoming U.S. ⁤presidential election.

Day 3 Highlights

  • MPs from different parties discussed concerns regarding deteriorating civil discourse in politics.
  • Attendees learned about innovations in housing construction during a site visit to Maisons usinées Côté in Chelsea, Quebec.

The event concluded with Canadian⁢ comedian Shaun Majumder sharing his​ humorous experiences related to ​real estate.

For those interested in participating next year for the 40th⁣ anniversary or seeking updates on federal affairs, ⁤they are encouraged to connect with their local board or visit REALTORActionNetwork.ca for more information.

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