The Canadian Real Estate Investor Podcast

Election 2025: Liberal Vs. Conservative Housing Policies

Published April 1, 2025 · 3281

Topics: Housing Market

Show Notes

Both leaders, Poilievre & Carney, are focusing heavily on housing affordability through different approaches. Carney emphasizes first-time buyers and economic management, while Poilievre promotes broader tax relief and supply-side solutions. The real estate market is currently experiencing a slowdown as investors and buyers wait for election results.

  • The Canadian federal election is scheduled for April 28, 2025
  • Major housing policies from the two main candidates:
  • Carney (Liberal):
    • GST removal on new homes under $1M for first-time buyers only
    • Plans to eliminate carbon tax
    • Emphasis on economic stability
  • Poilievre (Conservative):
    • GST removal on all new homes under $1M
    • Proposed 1031-style exchange program
    • Links federal funding to municipal housing targets

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