🏡 Canada Votes 2025: What the Federal Housing Platforms Mean for Kelowna Real Estate
With the federal election just days away (April 28), housing has taken center stage — and it matters big time for those involved in the Kelowna real estate market.
Whether you're planning to buy your first home in Kelowna, sell your property, or are a developer working on infill multifamily builds, these housing policies could shape your options and your returns for years.
🏘️ Key Housing Topics Every Buyer, Seller & Builder Should Know
The Liberal and Conservative parties are proposing different paths forward — here’s a clear, no-fluff comparison chart breaking down their housing platforms. This is pulled directly from each party's official plan.
🗂️ 2025 Canadian Housing Platform Comparison for Kelowna Real Estate
| Feature | Conservatives | Liberals |
|---|---|---|
| # of Homes Promised | 2.3 million in 5 years | Large-scale builds via BC Housing (no set number) |
| GST Break on New Homes | Yes — All buyers under $1.3M | Yes — First-time buyers under $1M |
| Federal Land Use | Sell 15% of federal land in cities | Build on public land through BC Housing |
| Red Tape Reduction | "Shovel Ready Zones", CMHC reform | Prefab designs & streamlined permits |
| Capital Gains Tax | Defer if reinvested until 2026 | No new hike — reversed previous plan |
| First-Time Buyer Incentives | GST cut + lower building costs | GST cut + safer home locations |
| Infrastructure Funding | Incentives for 15%+ build growth | Offset municipal development charge cuts |
| Modular & Prefab Housing | Simplified codes & zoning | $25B for prefab, modular, mass timber builds |
🏗️ Why This Matters in Kelowna
Kelowna is ground zero for many of these policy impacts — especially in areas like:
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Infill multifamily housing in core neighborhoods
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Land assemblies for higher-density projects
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New home construction in Lake Country, West Kelowna & beyond
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First-time buyer affordability as prices remain high
If you're a homeowner looking to sell, a young family hoping to buy, or a builder/developer planning a new project — this election will help shape your strategy.
📲 Stay Informed & In Control
As always, if you have questions about how these changes could affect your situation — or want to explore your options before or after the election — I'm here to help.
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