Housing is one of the most fundamental needs for Nova Scotians and their families. And its impact goes well beyond our basic requirement for shelter. Our homes and the communities they are part of shape nearly every aspect of our lives: health, educational achievement, success in the workplace, even the security of our retirement and our dignity in old age. That impact extends to the broader community, too. The right housing choices can mean safer, more ustainable and more vibrant communities. They enable public services to be more eicient and efective, and businesses to be more diverse and prosperous. They help heal social divisions and make our province stronger. With all of that at stake, we've taken action over the past few years to address some of the most pressing issues. We've invested more than $128 million and built more than 200 units of affordable housing in the last three years. Our province is now in a position to tackle Nova Scotia's larger housing challenges, and meet the long-standing need for a comprehensive housing strategy.