Tag: affordability
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Repairs and rising costs take centre stage at Scarborough ACORN meeting
Scarborough residents spoke about unresolved repair issues and the financial pressures shaping daily life across the community.
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York West ACORN members raise alarm over repairs, rights and redevelopment
From pest issues to occupancy rights, members link everyday housing problems to larger pressures facing the neighbourhood.
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Toronto and Region Conservation Authority reviews Meadoway progress and future plans
On Mar. 20, 2026, the Toronto and Region Conservation Authority held a meeting to review a report on phase two of the Meadoway project and the plans for phase three.
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ACORN MEMBERS DISCUSS TENANT ORGANIZING, AGI DISPUTES AND HOUSING PRESSURES IN HAMILTON
On March 12, members of ACORN Canada gathered for their monthly Hamilton chapter meeting to discuss tenant organizing efforts, Above Guideline Increase disputes, housing policy updates and broader concerns about affordable housing in the City.
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Toronto City Council votes in favour of city-run grocery stores
During their meeting on Mar. 26, 2026 Toronto City Council members voted to begin a pilot program for city-run grocery stores.
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Toronto neighbourhoods could potentially see increased funding to support Social Development Plan approach
On March 23, 2026, Toronto’s Confronting Anti-Black Racism Advisory Committee reviewed neighbourhood planning strategies, eviction prevention and funding pathways tied to strengthening the City’s community development.
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Toronto Community Housing reviews human resources progress in 2025 and plans for 2026
On Mar. 12, 2026, Toronto Community Housing’s Governance, Communications and Human Resources Committee held a public meeting to go over their hiring, staff health and wellness, and policy review schedule
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CreateTO raise employee wages and discuss housing progress
On March 6, 2026, CreateTO held a public meeting to discuss cost of living adjustments, ongoing development and the province’s science centre and convention centre announcements.
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Toronto Preservation Board debates heritage protections and development in Yorkville and downtown
On March 12, the Toronto Preservation Board met to discuss some heritage changes to the City.
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EAST HAMILTON ACORN MEMBERS PRIORITIZE TENANT SAFETY, BILL 60 AND FOOD ACCESS
Members of ACORN Canada in East Hamilton met to discuss local priorities, selecting unsafe conditions at 355 Melvin Ave. for immediate action!