Chender criticizes Houston government as Halifax cost of living rises

The province’s official opposition leader says inaction from the Houston government is resulting in higher costs for Nova Scotians.

This comes after new data shows the cost of living in Halifax is similar to Toronto.

NDP Leader Claudia Chender made those comments after new statistics showed roughly half of Halifax households spend 31 percent of their before-tax income on housing and transportation.

“Ten years ago, no one would have believed Halifax could be as unaffordable as Toronto. But today, many Nova Scotians can’t afford rent, groceries, or gas even while working full-time,” said Chender. “This is the best province with the best people. We need a government that will act to keep it that way.”

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