

Two seemingly unrelated events occurred on August 20, 2019, with surprise announcements from the federal and provincial governments. Each was potentially extremely damaging, as we attempt to come to terms…
Nearly one year ago, we asked on our blog if Doug Ford would fix the Missing Middle conundrum and address housing affordability. Following the release of Bill 108, we now…
This op-ed was published by the Globe and Mail on January 3, 2017, as Stop blaming the Greenbelt for Toronto’s housing prices. By Cherise Burda A number of critics would have us…
This op-ed appeared in Toronto Storeys on December 4, 2017 as Leaving a green legacy for future Torontonians. By Cherise Burda To say Rail Deck Park is highly anticipated would be…
A new report from the Ryerson City Building Institute finds that the proposed Rail Deck Park would provide the City of Toronto with a once-in-a-generation opportunity to create a large…
From April 17 to May 15, 2017, the Ecological Urbanism exhibition was hosted at Toronto’s Urbanspace Gallery. The exhibition showcased student work exploring the intersection of culture, nature, and infrastructure….
A new policy paper by CBI research manager Graham Haines finds that by following through with the Proposed Growth Plan, Ontario has a huge opportunity to ensure that new residents…
Dr. Anne Golden is one of Canada’s most prominent thought leaders on governance, transit investment policy, social justice and city building. Throughout her distinguished career, Dr. Golden has brought a…