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Author Archives: Jack Hauen
Vancouver’s tax on empty homes has opened up (some) supply and made the city millions. Why isn’t Toronto talking about it?
Vancouver's empty homes tax has been a hot-button issue since the idea was introduced years ago. Why isn't Toronto having the same conversation? ...
Your morning briefing
Your morning briefing for Wednesday, July 3. ...
In Brief: The talk radio premier, a new Hydro One board chair and employment services overhaul pilot communities
A collection of briefs on the news of the day. ...
Province announces animal cruelty hotline, interim chief inspector as it takes over investigations from Ontario SPCA
Animal cruelty laws had been enforced by a charity for 100 years. ...
Your morning briefing
Your morning briefing for Friday, June 28. ...
Experts concerned Sidewalk Labs proposal threatens local democracy
Digital governance and city planning experts are wondering: What does one of the largest corporations on the planet want with a slice of Toronto? ...
Small publishers uncertain about future after government cuts lead to suspension of Ontario Arts Council grants
Small creators say they'll have to lay off staff, stop running magazines and search for business opportunities in other provinces to deal with the cuts. ...
Your morning briefing
Your morning briefing for Wednesday, June 26. ...
Government health-care advisory council releases glowing second report
The council, headed up by former Doug Ford advisor Dr. Rueben Devlin, said it was "encouraged by [the government’s] commitment and progress to date." ...