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If only there was a solution
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Some of those camps are palatial!
If only there was a solution
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Some of those camps are palatial!
The parade square is in the upper right corner where all the cars are parked.How come there are no white painted rock outlined walk and roadways ? Where is the parade square ?
Indoors, in a proper buildingHow come there are no white painted rock outlined walk and roadways ? Where is the parade square ?
Its only a taxable benefit until the law changes. We were able to have all named operations declared tax free up to a certain pay level, there's no reason why we couldn't have any gap in PMQ cost vs market rate tax free as well.Probably, but it’s still a net win for the member. Member gets a housing subsidy that makes it possible to afford decent accommodations. Sure, CRA might hit them for 25% of that subsidy in taxes, but the member still comes out ahead, and with a roof.
If we pretend for a minute - and I’m sorry guys, but just indulge my fantasy here - that a reasonably staffed CAF is important to Canada’s national security and international relations, then it follows that recruiting and retention are of strategic importance. I’ve said it before and I’ll say it again; housing our troops is more than just a housing question. Sure, call it a taxable benefit- but get some roofs up for our troops to live under, clean, healthy, and suitable to varying stages of their lives. Otherwise, enjoy being on the wrong side of labour mobility once they spend a few years in and gain marketable skills.
Correct me if I am wrong.At the risk of detracting from an issue, Shilo built about 10 new duplex’s just this year and has two fairly new apartment buildings on base as well.
Build more housing and rent at a fix rate based off the troops income (10-30% tops). Make it a tax free benefit. We need troops to have housing and not be in a unaffordable position. Otherwise they will just release, and well they are serving they will be stressed to the max due to not being able to afford the necessities of life.
We could also kill the PLD or whatever has replaced it as we are then offering a reasonable priced housing which is the same price no matter where you are posted, hence no need for a balanced out income scheme. If you choose to live on the economy its your decision then.
The apartment I rented in Halifax in 2014 for 900$ now costs 2150$ a month. It wasn’t even downtown or anything. How the hell we expect a no hook to effectively afford that when that is most their pay is beyond me. Even with a roommate they would be feeling the strain.
Quick solution for Halifax and Esquimalt and it jives with Navy traditions.Build more housing and rent at a fix rate based off the troops income (10-30% tops). Make it a tax free benefit. We need troops to have housing and not be in a unaffordable position. Otherwise they will just release, and well they are serving they will be stressed to the max due to not being able to afford the necessities of life.
We could also kill the PLD or whatever has replaced it as we are then offering a reasonable priced housing which is the same price no matter where you are posted, hence no need for a balanced out income scheme. If you choose to live on the economy its your decision then.
The apartment I rented in Halifax in 2014 for 900$ now costs 2150$ a month. It wasn’t even downtown or anything. How the hell we expect a no hook to effectively afford that when that is most their pay is beyond me. Even with a roommate they would be feeling the strain.
Makes sneaking guests out in the morning a touch tricky. Maybe they’ll invest in kayaks.Quick solution for Halifax and Esquimalt and it jives with Navy traditions.
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Canoes work better for thatMakes sneaking guests out in the morning a touch tricky. Maybe they’ll invest in kayaks.
Swim of shame...Makes sneaking guests out in the morning a touch tricky. Maybe they’ll invest in kayaks.
Zip lineMakes sneaking guests out in the morning a touch tricky. Maybe they’ll invest in kayaks.
Press Gang? Solve the housing and recruiting issues in one go?Makes sneaking guests out in the morning a touch tricky. Maybe they’ll invest in kayaks.
anchor it a mile off shore and you solve the retention issue as wellPress Gang? Solve the housing and recruiting issues in one go?
Quick solution for Halifax and Esquimalt and it jives with Navy traditions.
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I lived in a sea container in Jamaica for 7 months. Lovely accommodations and my front door led right to the Tiki Bar.We could book the troops in here for Victoria based personnel.
The shipping containers would add a nice culturally aligned flavour for Naval personnel
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Caledonia Tiny Homes Village - Victoria Homelessness
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We could book the troops in here for Victoria based personnel.
The shipping containers would add a nice culturally aligned flavour for Naval personnel
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Caledonia Tiny Homes Village - Victoria Homelessness
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