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Reflections from Canada's Federal Housing Advocate Marie Josee Houle

Schulich Law

Marie-Josée Houle, Canada's first Federal Housing Advocate appointed in 2022, frames adequate housing as both a fundamental human right and a critical social determinant of health. She outlines seven essential UN pillars for achieving this standard, including security of tenure, affordability, avail …

Athens, GA Mayoral Runoff: Tim Denson and Dexter Fisher debate

Athens Politics Nerd

In a heated debate held at Athens' historic Bordon Theater ahead of the May 16th runoff election, candidates Tim Denson and Dexter Fisher tackled critical issues including housing affordability, homelessness, road safety, and infrastructure challenges stemming from city-county consolidation. The dis …