1. The document discusses issues around affordable housing in New Brunswick, noting that over 29,000 households were in need of acceptable housing in 2006 according to criteria around affordability, security, adequate facilities, and accessibility. 2. It provides statistics on subsidized housing needs and waitlists in several New Brunswick cities and describes housing challenges faced by First Nations communities including overcrowding, poor conditions, and high rates of dwellings requiring repairs. 3. Poverty rates in New Brunswick are outlined, especially for groups like single mothers, youth, seniors and Aboriginal people, and it is noted that access to affordable housing is key to reducing poverty. Initiatives by various levels of government to promote affordable housing are briefly described.