social housing

A large winding high rise building as seen from below
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We must destigmatize social housing

Peak Web December 2, 2024

By: Manal Kashif, SFU Student Owning a home is a dream for many in today’s society. Yet, have we ever paused to consider when the pursuit of home ownership becomes less about affording a house and more about owning land? Who benefits from that, and who is left with the short end of the stick? The reality is that corporate greed and the commodification of housing have made it incredibly difficult for many to afford a home in this economy. There are more affordable housing options, such as housing co-ops or government-subsidized housing. However, stigma about alternative housing options reinforces stereotypes…

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Photo of 105 Keefer St in Chinatown
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105 Keefer’s housing project ignores Chinatown’s concerns

Peak Web July 27, 2023

By: Kelly Chia, Editor-in-Chief Chinatown was one of the first places my family visited after we had immigrated to Canada. I remember taking in the scent of freshly baked pineapple buns, picking out dried plum candy with my mom at…

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