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North Park Neighbourhood Association

Proposed renovictions leave tenants uncertain about the future

The North Park Neighbourhood Association held a meeting on the evening of Oct. 17 that attracted quite a crowd.

Home not-so-sweet home: A case for non-market housing

There isn't one singular reason for the housing crisis. However, one underlying component won't seem to go away: the problem of profit.
Graphic sourced from The Victoria Foundation.

Victoria Vital Signs report shows key concerns for residents

There are many factors that create a healthy and prosperous community. While understanding these factors may be complex, identifying community member satisfaction is a good place to start. That’s exactly…

Victoria’s accessible housing is not accessible

"Despite their assertion that Victoria is facing an accessible housing crisis, the city’s housing plan will not be accessible for citizens in the most immediate need."

Free resources and tips for saving money Victoria

For many, Victoria is far from an affordable city, and the housing crisis doesn’t make that easier. Here are some free and cheap tips and resources to help citizens get…

So you think you can afford a home in Victoria?

Our writer broke down how much it costs to live in Victoria — one of Canada’s most expensive cities — after graduation. The cost of living in Victoria is barely…

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