Canada buys $9M luxury condo in NYC for consul general's residence, replacing older property and saving $2M.

Canada has purchased a $9M luxury condo in Manhattan's Steinway Tower as the official residence for its consul general in New York, replacing an older property that required significant investments for renovation. The new condo, estimated to save Canadian taxpayers $2M, provides more space for diplomatic activities and is steps from Central Park. Critics argue the expenditure is excessive, particularly amid Canada's housing crisis.

July 15, 2024
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