Prime Minister Justin Trudeau is set to make a housing announcement in Calgary today as part of a campaign-style pre-budget tour across the country.
Trudeau is also scheduled to take part in a fireside chat this afternoon with members of the local business community.
The visit comes a day after a stop in Winnipeg.
The prime minister on Thursday announced a new $1.5-billion housing fund that he says will help non-profits acquire more rental units across Canada and ensure they remain affordable.
The Canada Rental Protection Fund will provide $1 billion in loans and $470 million in contributions to non-profits and other partners to help them acquire affordable rental units.
The fund will be part of the federal budget, which is set to be tabled on April 16.
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