Those steps include:New legislation that would require the federal government to maintain a national housing strategy. Four key pillarsCreating a right to housing is part of the government's vaunted national housing strategy released late last year. The four key pillars of the proposal would focus on:"Inclusiveness" by helping those in the greatest need;"Accountability" by requiring regular reporting to Parliament about national housing efforts;"Participation" through the creation of a national housing watchdog;"Non-discrimination" to work to eliminate systemic issues that prevent people from finding a home. "Our government believes housing rights are human rights. That's why we've committed to anchoring the National Housing Strategy in a rights-based approach," said Filion.

Source: CBC News March 24, 2018 19:52 UTC