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Boo Hoo All in blind trust...just like millionaire (who never had a job except as a public servant) PP Le Pew's blind trust. "It may not be illegal but it's still entirely immoral and corrupt, "LOL

It is sometimes difficult when a company like Brookfield, a leading global investment firm" which invests in so many things, pays it's investors can be held away from any dealings or contracts with any government or company that the companies they have invested in do. . They buy and sell companies for it's investors. I am sure many people, politicians and normal people also hold some sort of investment in Bell, Rogers, Blackrock JP Morgan or whatever and have no idea what the companies are invested in and how they deal with their clients. Yes, Carney was CEO of one of the largest investment firms in the world and I am sure he was paid stock share as part of his salary but, no one can ban Brookfield or any of the companies it owns or has shares in from bidding on any contracts. I am pointing out, investing in anything can potentially put anyone in some conflict of interest if you want to dig deep enough. Realistically though, if the investments are in a blind trust and if the evaluation of the bids are done at arms length (and bidders are not even known) and basically in secret, no one individual has any influence in any way.

If you chased down everyones RRSP's, TFSA's or other investments, you will find all sorts of companies that those investments have shares in. Even your bank account spend your money on shares the banks invest in. Nothing personal...just the business of investing. You say that "Many of Mark Carney's major policy initiatives just so happen to be beneficial to Brookfield." That is quite an accusation. Do you have definitive proof of this?? Brookfield Corporation, a massive global alternative asset manager that invests in real assets like infrastructure, renewable power, real estate, private equity, and credit, managing over $1 trillion for institutions and individuals worldwide. They operate as owners and operators of large businesses, leveraging deep expertise to build long-term wealth, with significant holdings in essential global sectors and a major presence in sustainable energy" Lastly, did Harper (or his investments) have shares in Lockheed Martin?? His government spent tens of millions of dollars every year to be part of the F35 development program. "Canada began investing in the F-35 development program, specifically the Joint Strike Fighter (JSF) program,in 1997"

Not sure of the point except that you say that there are scams being run. Scams are a problem for everyone...from the lowly Grandparent to huge corporations and governments of all levels. Reports on scams are on the news almost every night. Be they ponzi, construction, renovation, phishing, banking (personal), investment fraud and on and on and on. Diligence is the key for us personally and oversight is supposed to be the key for government but, we all know the scammers are smarter than we are because they keep on happening. Will it ever end?? No, there have been crooks outsmarting us since the beginning and they will find new ways every day. There are and will always be some folks that take advantage whenever they can.

Does not prove I said anything and to think you believe you are right is hilarious HA HAHA It is obvious I am so embedded in your head you cannot think straight.... if you ever could before anyway LOL LOL LOL

OK...glad you capitulated Duhhh, it is you that has gone off topic...again LOL LOL LOL

Awww is that the best you can do?? The complainative kool aid seems to have made you even dumber than before LOSER.

Awww. poor LOSER. Like them do ya?? I will help you increase your collection. Glad you are keeping track..must mean they are important to you LOL LOL LOL Keep it up LOSER...with a lot more practice you will be able to put up a good post, but so far they are typical of the LOSER you are HA HA HA

Awww is that the best you can do?? your pedophileia is hampering your retorts LOL Surrender to what? Down to your level.... i won't stoop so low LOL LOL LOL

Nope...prove your lies It is great being me...I get to troll you and suck you in all the time LOSER LOL LOL LOL Fact is federal and most provincial impediments have been removed...talk to your municipality and the banks The National Building Code (NBC) The National Research Council of Canada publishes the NBC, which serves as the foundational standard for safe and efficient construction across the country. Restrictions and requirements within the NBC become law only after provincial/territorial adoption. Safety and Accessibility: The NBC includes provisions for structural safety (including earthquake forces), fire protection, and accessibility features. Energy Efficiency: The code establishes tiers for energy performance, providing a framework for achieving higher efficiency levels in housing. Construction Methods: Recent updates have included technical requirements for mass timber construction, allowing for wood buildings up to 12 storeys. Design Considerations: Some requirements, such as those related to minimum run dimensions for stairs, aim to improve safety. Other requirements, like those mandating two staircases in buildings over two storeys, have been cited as a factor in limiting the size and design of urban apartments. Federal Government Initiatives and Policies The federal government uses funding and policy to encourage specific types of home building and influence provincial/municipal restrictions: Incentivizing Density: The federal government, through the Canada Housing Infrastructure Fund (CHIF), offers funding to municipalities that commit to meeting housing conditions, such as allowing four units to be built in their communities. Housing Design Catalogue: The federal government has developed a Housing Design Catalogue of pre-approved designs (including accessory dwelling units, fourplexes, etc.) to help streamline local approval processes and cut costs. Building on Federal Land: The new "Build Canada Homes" agency is tasked with developing housing on suitable federal properties across the country, particularly in communities like Ottawa. Financing Measures: The government has introduced mortgage reforms, such as expanding the availability of 30-year amortizations for first-time homebuyers and purchasers of new builds, to make homeownership more accessible. Buy Clean Policy: Federal procurement and investments in infrastructure now promote the use of low or net-zero-carbon construction materials and designs, including requiring a 30% reduction of embodied carbon in major projects by 2025. Jurisdictional Authority Ultimately, the primary authority for building restrictions rests with local authorities, as the national codes are only models until adopted. To build a home, you must obtain permits and approvals from your local municipality, ensuring compliance with local zoning laws and the specific provincial building code in effect (e.g., the 2024 Ontario Building Code).

I live in a older neighbourhood and that is high but my Son is in a newer area and his property taxes are that high too. Labour and materials are huge driver in home costs. Land prices, which is not discussed often is a big driver as well. A city lot in my area is between $300 to $600K. In the rural areas just out of town they are $250K. According to ReMax, it costs between $350 to $500 per sq ft to build a house in my city. Many decades ago there was a government program called AHOP (Assisted Home Ownership Program). Maybe it should be resurrected? As for NIMBYISM...for sure that is a problem. Where I live there are close to protests every time a developer wants to start a project. Delay after delay after delay causes prices to rise. There is a 18 hole golf course that has closed because it could no longer function has been in one court case after another for close to 5 years by citizens upset that they will lose their golf course view. Just last month the supreme court said it will not see the case. Ya think the developer is losing money and not going to add that cost to the homes they want to build (they planned 400 homes) It all adds to the cost of a home.

Duhhh, don't make $hit up. I never once said that. Lying is not something you do too often so, why start now? You just cannot stand it when it makes sense...fact is "The federal government (or provincial or municipal government) are not construction companies."

Ya gotta do waaaay better LOSER LOL LOL LOL Your retorts are so lame lately LOSER HA HA HA Yes, for sure "we are amused!"

Sad sad little man LOL LOL LOL Still are and will always be a LOSER HA HA HA Still proving you are a pedophile playing with children too LOL LOL LOL Sad sad little LOSER

Got none... I normally agree with you but your obsession is getting old and certainly off the topic of this thread.

Well, he does a have a better point than you...LOSER LOL I never made a point...but your inability top comprehend got in your way again LOL. LOSER You never have a point HA HA HA LOSER GAWD, you are such a sad person and such a LOSER it is inconceivable to normal people LOL LOL LOL

No, in almost all of your recent posts you have been on a Palestine pedestal. Move it to your own thread, that is all that I and others ask of you. Russian nuke??? Man you have seriously gone adrift. Keep it away from this CANADIAN DEFENCE NEWS thread.

The only thing that you have said that is reasonable.

Look, this topic is CANADIAN DEFENCE NEWS...not to "clean up the mess in the ME.". We are not even there. We need military procurement to defend Canada and whatever other international obligations we have and the Middle East is not one of them. You want a ME pedestal...start your own thread about it.

You are soooo far off topic it is beyond description!!!! Face it, you have no argument are getting your a$$ wiped. The LOSER on this is you. LOL

WTF???? Katy Perry? GG??? OJ?? Justin?? (by the way...he is a millionaire like every retired PM before him LOL)

OMG...Start your own thread already!!!!... This is CANADIAN DEFENCE NEWS

HA HA HA The LOSER thinks he has a point HA HA HA Gotta stay off the complainative kool aid LOSER. The complainatives have done nothing for the working families. If you say so...name it LOL Remember , they have not had a chance in over 12 years to do anything but whine and cry LOL Oh you LOSERS live so far in the past and your memory is tainted by the years LOL LOL LOL I see the pedophile in you is still active too LOSER

Nope. as usual you are full of $hit HA HA HA Second place is first LOSER.... PP Le Pew has never offered Canada anything...he just takes LOL LOL LOL I see your buddy useless is having fun LOL LOL LOL. Thank useless, I take your actions as badges of honour LOL LOL LOL

There you are again...playing with kids...hey pedophile...making you feel superior??? LOSER LOL LOL LOL