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Every town is unique, but it may be helpful to model certain aspects of another town's thriving system. Weighing the advantages and disadvantages of one system against another is a good way to figure out what components are most beneficial. The housing system in Canada, which has been relatively successful in achieving affordable housing. While this system has understandably not been able to accommodate all, the majority of Canadian households have access to housing that is affordable and safe, and this is done with little difficulty. The system places importance on partnership among the government, the private sector, and the community groups. One potential deficit to Canada’s affordable housing is the lack of ongoing subsidy programs, which only allows for a limited number of very low-income households.
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Examining the housing strategy of another country is helpful to look at it in comparison to the situation in Chapel Hill.