Brian Crombie Radio Hour - Epi 1613 - Canada’s Housing Crisis: What’s Broken — and What It Will Take to Fix It

Housing in Canada has reached a breaking point. Prices are soaring, supply is shrinking, and an entire generation is struggling to find a place to call home. But beneath the headlines, what’s really driving the crisis—and why hasn’t it been fixed?On this episode of The Brian Crombie Hour, Brian sits down with Richard Lyle, President & CEO of RESCON, for a candid, data-driven conversation about the structural failures behind Canada’s housing system.In Part 1, the discussion cuts through the noise: housing prices have climbed to nearly eight times average income, Toronto condo sales have plummeted, and billions in economic activity are at risk. From excessive regulation and taxes to policy gridlock and missed opportunities, this is a clear-eyed look at why supply isn’t keeping up—and what meaningful reform would actually require.In Part 2, Brian steps back with a powerful commentary on “The Cost of Delay.” Canada isn’t short on ideas or reports—we’re short on action. And as delays continue, affordability worsens, supply tightens, and more Canadians are locked out of the market.This episode goes beyond theory. It’s about real consequences—and the urgent question of whether we’re ready to act.