In anticipation of the Jan. 2006 Federal election, CPBH identified the following six important issues relating to new homes.

Need for the Federal Government to revise the National Building Code

Need for the Federal Government to take the lead in the development of a builder rating system

Need for the Federal Government to ensure affordable housing units are properly built and go beyond the minimum of applicable Building Codes

Need for the Federal Government to conduct national study on health effects of improperly built homes and their impact on Canada's health care system

Need for the Federal Government to consult with consumers prior to finalizing housing policies

Need for Federal Government to work with other levels of government to ensure Building Codes are enforced.

The following are the responses received from the national parties, presented in the order received by CPBH.

The New Democratic Party of Canada
The Green Party of Canada
The Conservative Party of Canada
The Liberal Party of Canada

CPBH News Release relating to the Federal Election issues and responses from the four national parties.