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Why are house prices so high in Vancouver? Since the 1970s, the City has resisted densification. Only former industrial areas have seen significant changes. Many areas of Vancouver have less people today than 40 years ago.

Why are house prices so high in Vancouver? Since the 1970s, the City has resisted densification. Only former industrial areas have seen significant changes. Many areas of Vancouver have less people today than 40 years ago.
When I was Mayor I introduced the EcoDensity Initiative to change this. Only cities have the mandate to permit densification and make it possible for young people to once again become homeowners.

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Sam Sullivan is publishing 3 minute video blogs on British Columbia history and issues. Vancouver is Awesome will be presenting some of these here.

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