The  insights shared throughout the seven forums show that for most, desired housing futures involve key considerations beyond the physical house, condo, and apartment. More than Four Walls illustrates that across the spectrum of youth, newcomers, and older adults, desired housing futures are modest in the physical sense. Individuals want affordable housing, as well as accessibility to green spaces, amenities and community. In short, a better housing future is affordable, equitable, and supports accessibility and strong communities. Getting to a more just housing future requires more collaboration to scale and connect pockets of successful solutions across Canada.  

“We heard overwhelming agreement that housing should truly be a basic right as it is a building block for health, success, and community vibrancy.”

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