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New tool estimates how much affordable housing a city needs

A UBC team led by housing expert Dr. Penny Gurstein developed a new tool to assess people’s housing needs and set realistic targets for housing supply.

Aug 31, 2021

Canada building less social housing despite risk of increased homelessness: UBC study

Canada building less social housing despite risk of increased homelessness: UBC study

The first 20-year survey of public housing trends in North America, Europe and Asia has highlighted the decline in Canada’s public-housing investment.

May 21, 2015

Christmas in the wake of Typhoon Haiyan

Christmas in the wake of Typhoon Haiyan

As the holidays approach, UBC professor Leonora C. Angeles surveys the aftermath of Typhoon Haiyan in the Philippines.

Dec 18, 2013

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