The 10 Minute Take - Will The International Student Cap Impact Canadian Rents?

February 26, 2024 | Brian Moore


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Macroeconomics for everybody! The 10-Minute Take podcast from RBC Economics will explain (in simple terms) what the latest economic data means and why you should care.

The 10 Minute Take Podcast

Over the past few years, Canada’s population growth has eclipsed the global average. International students accounted for about 20% of the recent population surge. The immense growth has ignited concerns about housing availability and affordability. On this episode of the 10-Minute Take, we welcome back RBC Economist Rachel Battaglia, who will unpack the new federal policy and explain whether it will have an impact on rental demand (and prices) going forward.

 

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