Tag: Housing Affordability
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Seven Economic Charts to Keep Handy as Canada Builds in 2026
Overview: A Year of decisively pushing growth through policy reform Prime Minister Mark Carney has called for a bold “build big” impulse in Canada, with 2026 framed as the year to cut red tape and unlock investment. To investors, policy makers, and workers, seven economic charts provide a concise map of where Canada stands and…
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Zohran Mamdani: NYC’s First Muslim Mayor Makes History at Midnight Swearing-In
Historic Midnight Moment for New York City In a ceremony that will be remembered as a turning point for New York City politics, Zohran Mamdani was sworn in as the city’s mayor just after midnight. The inauguration took place in a decommissioned Manhattan subway station, a setting chosen to symbolize resilience, public service, and the…
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Living on the edge: what young people in England told us about life on the coast
Introduction: life on the edge of England’s coastline For many young people, the coast is more than scenery. It’s a way of life, a social and economic challenge, and a constant test of identity. In interviews across England’s coastal towns and islands, a familiar pattern emerges: the shoreline offers beauty, access to nature, and a…
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Vancouver Shelter Adapts to Rising Unhoused Seniors as Cost of Living Soars
Growing Need: Seniors at Vancouver’s Union Gospel Mission Every year, hundreds of seniors find their way through the doors of Vancouver’s Union Gospel Mission (UGM) in the Downtown Eastside. The shelter has long been a lifeline for people facing homelessness, but the post-pandemic period has marked a notable shift: an increasing number of older adults…
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Vancouver Shelter Aids Rising Unhoused Seniors: Cost of Living
Overview: A Growing Crisis in the Downtown Eastside In Vancouver’s Downtown Eastside, a steady stream of seniors has long sought shelter, meals, and support at the Union Gospel Mission (UGM). Since the COVID-19 pandemic, the shelter has reported a notable uptick in visits from unhoused older adults. The rise mirrors broader pressures across the city…
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Rising Costs, Rising Need: Vancouver’s Union Gospel Mission Adapts to Unhoused Seniors
Rising costs push seniors toward shelter Vancouver’s Downtown Eastside has long been a critical corridor for organizations helping unhoused residents. In recent years, however, the demand specifically from seniors has surged. At the Union Gospel Mission (UGM), the number of older adults seeking shelter, meals, and health services has grown even as pandemic-era supports waned.…
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Narre Warren South: A Suburban Journey Toward Better Public Transport and Community Growth
From Frustration to Focus: Narre Warren South’s Transport Challenge Narre Warren South is a Melbourne suburb at a pivotal moment. Growing up in nearby Rowville, I learned firsthand how crucial accessible public transport is to daily life. The detour from private vehicles to reliable transit isn’t just a convenience; it’s a lifeline for families, students,…
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Upscale North Toronto Vacant Homes Could Become Temporary Homes for Low-Income Families
Overview of the proposal A well-known commercial real estate developer celebrated for philanthropy, alongside a ratepayers association and a local refugee shelter, has floated a plan to convert 10 vacant upscale houses in a prestigious North Toronto neighborhood into temporary residences for low-income families. The initiative aims to address housing gaps while leveraging existing properties…
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November Home Sales Slump in Canada: Prices Fall as Buyers Pause
Overview: November brings a cooling trend to Canada’s housing market Canada’s residential real estate market continued its cooling pattern in November, with fewer homes sold and lower prices across many markets. Real estate professionals report that sellers have started offering discounts to move inventory, while buyers have remained cautious, waiting for clearer signals about the…
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Vacant Upscale North Toronto Homes Could House Low-Income Families, Advocates Say
New Idea, Old Problem In an innovative approach to housing affordability, a well-known commercial real estate developer known for philanthropy, a local ratepayers group, and a refugee shelter are proposing to convert ten vacant upscale homes in a prestigious North Toronto neighborhood into temporary residences for low-income families. The plan aims to address urgent housing…