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11 hours ago
Toronto startup

Toronto tenants launch new citywide union amid ongoing rent crisis and affordability concerns | CBC News

London food
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4 days ago

Church Street plan could make The Village pedestrian-friendly this summer | CBC News

Church Street in Toronto's Church-Wellesley neighbourhood may become a car-free zone this summer, enhancing pedestrian space and community activities.
Canada news
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23 hours ago

'Breaks our hearts': Chow endorses fundraising efforts by 2 charities for people in Lebanon | CBC News

Toronto endorses fundraising for Lebanon conflict victims through Doctors Without Borders and the Canadian Red Cross.
Toronto startup
fromwww.cbc.ca
1 week ago

Toronto streets could see more food and music as city considers updating vending, busking rules | CBC News

Toronto is considering changes to licensing bylaws to enhance street vending and busking opportunities.
Canada news
fromwww.cbc.ca
2 weeks ago

Toronto Board of Health extends pilot program helping unhoused people in downtown core | CBC News

The Toronto Board of Health extended the CORE pilot program to aid unhoused individuals with health and social services for 18 months.
Canada news
fromwww.cbc.ca
3 weeks ago

6 years and millions of dollars later, there's still no drop-in centre at this Cabbagetown site | CBC News

The women's drop-in centre in Cabbagetown faces delays and cost overruns, with expenses rising from $3.7 million to $13.5 million without opening.
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11 hours ago
Toronto startup

Toronto tenants launch new citywide union amid ongoing rent crisis and affordability concerns | CBC News

London food
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4 days ago

Church Street plan could make The Village pedestrian-friendly this summer | CBC News

Church Street in Toronto's Church-Wellesley neighbourhood may become a car-free zone this summer, enhancing pedestrian space and community activities.
Canada news
fromwww.cbc.ca
23 hours ago

'Breaks our hearts': Chow endorses fundraising efforts by 2 charities for people in Lebanon | CBC News

Toronto endorses fundraising for Lebanon conflict victims through Doctors Without Borders and the Canadian Red Cross.
Toronto startup
fromwww.cbc.ca
1 week ago

Toronto streets could see more food and music as city considers updating vending, busking rules | CBC News

Toronto is considering changes to licensing bylaws to enhance street vending and busking opportunities.
Canada news
fromwww.cbc.ca
2 weeks ago

Toronto Board of Health extends pilot program helping unhoused people in downtown core | CBC News

The Toronto Board of Health extended the CORE pilot program to aid unhoused individuals with health and social services for 18 months.
Canada news
fromwww.cbc.ca
3 weeks ago

6 years and millions of dollars later, there's still no drop-in centre at this Cabbagetown site | CBC News

The women's drop-in centre in Cabbagetown faces delays and cost overruns, with expenses rising from $3.7 million to $13.5 million without opening.
#brooklyn
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1 day ago
Brooklyn

A place 'where everyone belongs': Brooklyn borough president touts housing, health care gains, highlights vision of equity in State of the Borough * Brooklyn Paper

Brooklyn
fromHoodline
4 hours ago

Reynoso Lays Out Brooklyn Plan For Housing And Health

Brooklyn Borough President Antonio Reynoso announced significant investments in affordable housing, schools, and maternal health to enhance community well-being.
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1 day ago
Brooklyn

A place 'where everyone belongs': Brooklyn borough president touts housing, health care gains, highlights vision of equity in State of the Borough * Brooklyn Paper

NYC real estate
fromHoodline
2 hours ago

East Flatbush Tenants Rage At Mystery Landlord As Building Falls Apart

Tenants face severe living conditions with infestations and damage, struggling with unclear ownership and unresolved repairs after the landlord's death.
#homelessness
fromCity Limits
2 days ago
NYC parents

NYC Families Seeking Shelter Have to Prove They're Homeless. A New Bill Would Simplify That Process.

Public health
fromHarvard Gazette
1 day ago

How 3 mayors are combating homelessness - Harvard Gazette

Homelessness in the U.S. has increased by 18%, affecting public safety and health, prompting mayors to seek collaborative solutions.
LA real estate
fromSan Jose Spotlight
1 day ago

San Jose shelter is a stop on the way to permanent housing - San Jose Spotlight

The Arena Hotel in San Jose will serve as a temporary shelter for residents transitioning to permanent housing with federal vouchers.
NYC parents
fromCity Limits
2 days ago

NYC Families Seeking Shelter Have to Prove They're Homeless. A New Bill Would Simplify That Process.

Legislators aim to simplify the intake process for homeless families seeking shelter in New York City.
LA real estate
fromLos Angeles Times
4 days ago

In L.A. County, many homeless people enter shelters, only to end up back on the streets

Many homeless individuals are evicted from interim housing despite significant taxpayer investment in shelter programs.
London politics
fromwww.bbc.com
3 days ago

How I overcame homelessness to help others

Darren Skeete, a former rough sleeper and addict, now helps others facing similar challenges in west London through a council service.
London politics
fromwww.standard.co.uk
13 hours ago

Plans to redevelop west London school and build 300 homes scrapped over community concerns

Plans to redevelop Phoenix Academy and build 307 homes in west London were rejected due to scale concerns and lack of community consultation.
Canada news
fromwww.cbc.ca
22 hours ago

Ford government wants to skip public hearings on FOI rule change | CBC News

Ontario Premier Doug Ford's government plans to bypass public hearings for a budget bill that limits access to his cellphone records.
New York City
fromwww.amny.com
6 hours ago

Op-Ed | How public-private partnerships can fast-track subway accessibility | amNewYork

Public-private partnerships are enhancing subway accessibility for New Yorkers with disabilities, improving efficiency and reducing costs for infrastructure projects.
Mission District
fromLos Angeles Times
8 hours ago

Commentary: She's a Hollywood housekeeper with a side job: cleaning the trashed streets of her own neighborhood

Community members actively address local litter and dumping issues despite limited city support.
fromFuturism
5 hours ago

City Council Wrecked in Voter Bloodbath After Allowing New Data Center

I ran because I thought the city was not listening to people. It's really the way the deal was handled that led to this kind of uprising.
US politics
NYC politics
fromCity Limits
1 day ago

Mayor Mamdani Goes to Housing Court, And What Else Happened This Week

Mayor Mamdani aims to support tenants facing eviction but has not committed to specific funding or promises.
fromLos Angeles Times
1 day ago

L.A. clears homeless encampment long plagued by crime, drug use in North Hollywood

"It's been in continuous disrepair and derelict circumstances. There were reported firearms, individuals walking out onto the street with assault rifles, drug paraphernalia that you can even find today, a lot of drug use."
Los Angeles
#new-york-city
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3 days ago
NYC real estate

Expert Analysis | Creating housing from public library and city-owneddevelopment rights | amNewYork

Upper West Side
fromCurbed
1 day ago

No Visitors, No Packages, and Please Don't Do Laundry!

New Yorkers are preparing for a potential doorman and porter strike, leading to various contingency plans for building management and resident responsibilities.
NYC real estate
fromCity Limits
3 days ago

Opinion: Don't Let a Proven Housing Preservation Tool Slip Through the Cracks

New York City must reform the J-51 program to preserve affordable housing and address the housing crisis effectively.
NYC real estate
fromwww.amny.com
3 days ago

Expert Analysis | Creating housing from public library and city-owneddevelopment rights | amNewYork

New York City Council Speaker Julie Menin advocates for proactive land use planning to address housing and affordability issues.
Real estate
fromFortune
2 days ago

The housing crisis has become HR's problem. Helping workers buy homes near the office is employers' newest RTO play | Fortune

Employer-assisted housing programs are emerging to help workers with homebuying costs amid rising housing challenges.
#oakland
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3 days ago
East Bay (California)

Oakland Passes Controversial Policy Easing Restrictions on Encampment Sweeps | KQED

East Bay real estate
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22 hours ago

Homeless shelter owner will get $1.6M from Oakland in settlement

Oakland will pay $1.6 million to settle a dispute with the owner of a former homeless shelter, amid claims of property damage and lease issues.
East Bay (California)
fromKqed
3 days ago

Oakland Passes Controversial Policy Easing Restrictions on Encampment Sweeps | KQED

Oakland City Council enacted a new encampment policy allowing immediate removal of tents and towing of RVs occupied by unhoused residents.
fromwww.bbc.com
1 day ago

Kensington Gardens shut as police 'assess items'

Police are assessing a number of discarded items in London's Kensington Gardens after a video was shared online in which a group claimed to have targeted the nearby Embassy of Israel with drones carrying dangerous substances.
UK news
Privacy professionals
fromwww.cbc.ca
2 days ago

Are you paying more than your neighbour? It could be 'surveillance pricing' | CBC News

The federal NDP motion to ban surveillance pricing was voted down, allowing businesses to use personal data for dynamic pricing.
fromwww.npr.org
2 days ago

'Dear America': HUD workers say they're being blocked from doing their jobs

"This administration has ground fair housing enforcement to a halt. Worse, they're picking and choosing which protected classes count."
US news
San Francisco
fromABC7 San Francisco
2 days ago

How people in SF's Tenderloin perceive reported progress in drug and homelessness issues

San Francisco's crime rate is declining, but residents in the Tenderloin report ongoing struggles with addiction and homelessness.
Remodel
fromApartment Therapy
3 days ago

This 500-Square-Foot Attic Proves Downsizing from Three Bedrooms Can Be Cozy (and Colorful!)

Benita and Brian Lynch downsized from a three-bedroom apartment to a 500-square-foot attic unit during the COVID pandemic, embracing the challenges of decluttering.
California
fromwww.housingwire.com
3 days ago

California weighs state-backed loans for downtown housing towers

California has enacted laws to increase housing density and affordability, particularly near public transit, aiming to revitalize urban areas post-pandemic.
fromwww.cbc.ca
5 days ago

Toronto teens, parents, counsellors uncertain possible social media ban will be successful | CBC News

I've really gotten ahead because it's [allowed] me to get real life experience since very young. I don't think I would have really [been] introduced to this world if it wasn't for my book Instagram.
Digital life
Public health
fromwww.cbc.ca
1 day ago

Inside a HART Hub: Is the replacement to drug injection sites working? | CBC News

Recent changes to drug services in Regent Park have led to increased overdoses and client abandonment, as supervised consumption sites have been closed.
NYC real estate
fromNews 12 - Long Island
19 hours ago

Tenants raise concerns about East Flatbush apartment building's new landlord

Tenants in East Flatbush face severe living conditions, including structural issues and pest infestations, while struggling with unclear landlord ownership.
Canada news
fromThe Walrus
9 hours ago

$28,600 a Year: What the Average Older Canadian Woman Lives On | The Walrus

The gender pension gap in Canada persists despite improvements in retirement income for many Canadians over the past fifty years.
Toronto startup
fromwww.cbc.ca
23 hours ago

WNBA's Tempo unveil plans for new dedicated practice facility set to open in 2028 | CBC Sports

The Toronto Tempo will have a new practice facility ready for the 2028 season, featuring WNBA courts and community access.
NYC politics
fromCity Limits
23 hours ago

Opinion: Rethinking Immigrant Integration in NYC

Building low-cost bridges for immigrants leads to recognized credentials and stable work, enhancing their contributions to the economy.
#affordable-housing
LA real estate
fromLos Angeles Times
2 days ago

Hundreds of affordable housing units funded by new L.A. County agency

L.A. County Affordable Housing Solutions Agency approved over $100 million for affordable housing, aiming to simplify funding and expedite construction.
NYC real estate
fromBrownstoner
2 days ago

Affordable Housing Lottery Opens for Seniors in Brownsville

Affordable housing lottery opens for 142 senior apartments in Brownsville, with 47 units designated as truly affordable.
London politics
fromwww.bbc.com
1 day ago

What you need to know as Kensington and Chelsea heads into local elections

Labour holds 21 of 32 councils in London, while Conservatives maintain a stronghold in Kensington and Chelsea despite recent electoral shifts.
New York City
fromtherealdeal.com
2 days ago

Mamdani announces city-backed insurance option as rent freeze looms

Mayor Mamdani introduces a publicly-backed insurance option to support struggling landlords with lower premiums for rent-stabilized and affordable housing.
Real estate
fromwww.housingwire.com
2 days ago

NAREB affordable homeownership bus tour targets Black homeownership gap

NAREB launched an Affordable Homeownership Bus Tour to address the Black homeownership gap through education and resources in eight U.S. cities.
Agriculture
fromRealagriculture
1 week ago

Preserving farmland, strengthening food security: Why the Greenbelt matters

Ontario's agriculture sector must diversify and reduce reliance on U.S. trade to enhance self-reliance and capitalize on local production opportunities.
fromSan Jose Spotlight
4 days ago

Contract dispute delays Homekey Palo Alto opening - San Jose Spotlight

The Homekey project at 1237 San Antonio Road has been in the works since fall 2023, when city and state leaders touted its importance in addressing the local and regional housing crisis.
Mission District
NYC real estate
from48 hills
1 day ago

The best and worst of CA housing policy, on display at UCLA conference - 48 hills

The Yimby narrative on housing is challenged by evidence showing economic inequality, not regulation, drives high housing prices.
New York City
fromwww.amny.com
1 day ago

NYC unveils insurance plan for rent-stabilized housing, but some small landlords worry relief could come too late | amNewYork

City-backed insurance program aims to reduce property and liability premiums for affordable housing, potentially benefiting 100,000 homes by 2030.
Toronto startup
fromwww.cbc.ca
2 days ago

TTC ridership is down and customer satisfaction is too, a new report suggests | CBC News

Customer satisfaction with the TTC has dropped to 64%, significantly below targets, prompting calls for a concrete improvement plan.
fromwww.cbc.ca
19 hours ago

Flood warnings in place for Ontario's cottage country as warm temps, rainfall swamp communities | CBC News

Minden Hills has been under a state of emergency since Tuesday, with flooding affecting homes and roads, and the local arena being converted into an evacuation center.
Canada news
fromIrish Independent
2 days ago

'It's like a circus' - inside the chaotic six-hour council meeting to find more land for new homes

"We're all over the place here - this meeting should be suspended. We should get our ducks in a row and come back here and do this properly. I mean it's like a circus - you're saying one thing, and then you're going back. You're kind of changing your answers."
London politics
fromTime Out New York
2 days ago

There's now a plan to open a city-owned grocery store in East Harlem

"Given the steadily increasing price of groceries, officials like Mamdani hope that city-owned grocery stores may help struggling New Yorkers with more affordable options."
New York City
Brooklyn
fromwww.cbc.ca
4 days ago

Ontario pastor charged with fraud after York Region homelessness prevention program targeted: police | CBC News

A pastor is accused of leading a fraud scheme targeting a homelessness prevention program in York Region, involving nearly $100,000 in fraudulent claims.
Environment
fromwww.cbc.ca
3 weeks ago

Why environmental advocates are speaking out against a planned development in northeast Pickering | CBC News

Environmental advocates oppose a planned development in northeast Pickering due to concerns about flood risk, water quality, and endangered species.
Canada news
fromwww.cbc.ca
2 days ago

Mississauga reaches deal with Ridgeway Plaza owners to prevent large 'nuisance' gatherings | CBC News

Ridgeway Plaza in Mississauga will implement security measures to enhance safety and address local resident complaints after large gatherings.
fromwww.standard.co.uk
2 days ago

Grenfell memorial funding approved as peers call for justice

"The physical memorial that must be laid there on the Lancaster West is for the families, is for those who survived." - Lord Roe, former head of the London Fire Brigade.
London politics
#ontario
Canada news
fromwww.cbc.ca
1 day ago

Ontario proposes legislation to change medical residency requirements for international graduates | CBC News

Ontario is prioritizing medical residency positions for applicants with a connection to the province through new legislation.
Canada news
fromwww.cbc.ca
3 days ago

Ontario expanding open alcohol consumption in provincial parks | CBC News

Ontarians can now drink alcohol in more areas of provincial parks, expanding the Ford government's relaxed alcohol regulations.
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2 days ago
Canada news

Ford promises no more improper inmate releases after over 150 let out of Ontario jails | CBC News

Canada news
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4 days ago

Ontario government moves to prevent workers from having to pay for uniforms | CBC News

Ontario's labour minister proposes banning employers from charging employees for mandatory uniforms.
Canada news
fromwww.cbc.ca
1 day ago

Ontario proposes legislation to change medical residency requirements for international graduates | CBC News

Ontario is prioritizing medical residency positions for applicants with a connection to the province through new legislation.
Canada news
fromwww.cbc.ca
3 days ago

Ontario expanding open alcohol consumption in provincial parks | CBC News

Ontarians can now drink alcohol in more areas of provincial parks, expanding the Ford government's relaxed alcohol regulations.
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2 days ago
Canada news

Ford promises no more improper inmate releases after over 150 let out of Ontario jails | CBC News

Canada news
fromwww.cbc.ca
4 days ago

Ontario government moves to prevent workers from having to pay for uniforms | CBC News

Ontario's labour minister proposes banning employers from charging employees for mandatory uniforms.
NYC real estate
fromGothamist
4 days ago

Thousands of NYC tenants face May deadline as emergency housing vouchers wind down

Over 5,000 low-income NYC households face a deadline as federal housing vouchers run out, prompting NYCHA to seek alternative housing solutions.
fromwww.cbc.ca
1 day ago

Police investigate assault on Muslim woman on bus in Scarborough caught on video | CBC News

The NCCM said the bus was travelling from Scarborough to Ajax on Monday when the incident happened. Toronto police's hate crime unit is aware of the incident and investigating.
Canada news
#canada
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1 day ago
Canada news

ANALYSIS | Canada has invited the top 100 global investors to a summit this fall | CBC News

Prime Minister Mark Carney is hosting a summit to attract global investors to Canada amid economic uncertainty.
fromwww.aljazeera.com
4 days ago
Canada news

Carney vows focus on affordability after winning Canada's special election

The Liberals secured a parliamentary majority with 174 seats, allowing Prime Minister Carney to advance his agenda without opposition support.
Canada news
fromwww.cbc.ca
1 day ago

ANALYSIS | Canada has invited the top 100 global investors to a summit this fall | CBC News

Prime Minister Mark Carney is hosting a summit to attract global investors to Canada amid economic uncertainty.
Canada news
fromwww.aljazeera.com
4 days ago

Carney vows focus on affordability after winning Canada's special election

The Liberals secured a parliamentary majority with 174 seats, allowing Prime Minister Carney to advance his agenda without opposition support.
Canada news
fromwww.cbc.ca
3 days ago

Toronto police expecting uptick in protests as World Cup puts city on centre stage | CBC News

Toronto police have unveiled a comprehensive safety plan for the upcoming 2026 FIFA World Cup, focusing on key venues and crowd management.
fromwww.cbc.ca
2 days ago

Tunneling, construction is underway for Ontario Line transit project | CBC News

Premier Doug Ford stated, 'If we don't act now, too many people are wasting time in traffic,' highlighting the necessity of the Ontario Line for alleviating congestion in Toronto.
Canada news
Canada news
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2 days ago

IN PHOTOS | High school students find free outfits at Prom Project | CBC

The Prom Project provides free formal wear to Toronto high school students through donations and has expanded to two locations this year.
Canada news
fromwww.cbc.ca
2 days ago

Police search for missing 35-year-old woman last seen in Etobicoke in March | CBC News

Toronto police seek public assistance in locating missing 35-year-old woman, Danielle, last seen on March 20 in south Etobicoke.
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3 days ago

Concerns mount that Bishop jet expansion could restrict new housing on the waterfront | CBC News

Coun. Josh Matlow expressed concerns about the potential impact of the airport expansion on housing supply, stating, 'If we need smaller buildings on the islands, what will the ability be to actually create these affordable housing projects?'
Canada news
fromThe Walrus
5 days ago

I Bought a House and Became Part of the Problem | The Walrus

I never expected to own a home. I wasn't born into generational wealth. I grew up poor. There was-and is-no big family inheritance coming my way. Not property. Not cash. Not stocks or bonds or whatever financial instrument one might trade or sell or leverage to join the landed class.
Canada news
Canada news
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3 days ago

Did Winners close its bathrooms? Questions swirl amid debate over toilet access | CBC News

Retailers like Winners and HomeSense have reportedly closed bathrooms in some locations, causing frustration among customers, especially those with medical conditions.
Canada news
fromwww.aljazeera.com
3 days ago

Canada faces calls to rescind planned cuts to refugee healthcare scheme

Co-payments for the Interim Federal Health Program are seen as a denial of care for vulnerable refugees and asylum seekers in Canada.
Canada news
fromwww.cbc.ca
1 week ago

Peel mayors slam province's plan to consolidate conservation authorities | CBC News

Mayors of Mississauga, Brampton, and Caledon oppose the consolidation of conservation authorities, citing risks to local watershed management and housing approvals.
Toronto startup
fromwww.cbc.ca
1 month ago

Parkdale apartment building tenants go on rent strike after landlord seeks retroactive increase | CBC News

Tenants at a Toronto apartment building initiated a rent strike to oppose a 5.4 per cent retroactive rent increase that exceeds Ontario's 2.5 per cent maximum allowable increase for 2025.
Canada news
fromwww.cbc.ca
3 weeks ago

New Toronto harm reduction program supports people with intellectual disabilities | CBC News

A new harm reduction program in Toronto supports adults with intellectual disabilities facing substance abuse issues.
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1 month ago

1 year after ordering Toronto tiny home creator to stop, city looks to launch its own pilot | CBC News

A year after Toronto staff sent a cease and desist to a man who built several tiny mobile homes for those experiencing homelessness, the city is moving closer to embracing micro shelters with its own potential pilot project. Until Thursday, the city was accepting proposals for a two-year micro shelter pilot project, to be part of the city's 10-year plan to deal with homelessness.
Canada news
Canada news
fromwww.cbc.ca
2 months ago

Changes to federal funding put Toronto youth violence prevention programs at risk | CBC News

Federal crime-prevention funding ending March 31, 2026 will cut Toronto's social development budget by $6.2M and risks youth violence-prevention programs.
Canada news
fromwww.cbc.ca
2 months ago

Could the Royal Canadian Legion be part of the housing solution? One branch is already reimagining its future | CBC News

Bala Legion will convert its site into mixed-use housing with a new legion facility and 128 rental apartments, including affordable and accessible units.
Canada news
fromwww.cbc.ca
1 month ago

Tenant says Salvation Army, Durham Region left him scrambling for affordable housing after program ended | CBC News

Former tenants lost housing support after funding withdrawal, leaving families at risk and demanding accountability.
Canada news
fromwww.cbc.ca
2 months ago

Canada's housing minister defends decision to cut housing fund money for Toronto | CBC News

Federal government reduced Toronto's Housing Accelerator Fund payment by $10 million because city council did not allow sixplexes citywide as promised.
Canada news
fromwww.cbc.ca
2 months ago

Toronto hospital to double housing program that reduces ER visits | CBC News

Permanent supportive housing adjacent to medical services reduced frequent ED visits by 52% and hospital stay lengths by 79% among residents.
Canada news
fromwww.cbc.ca
3 months ago

A 19th-century Toronto church could be the site of 130 new affordable units. But should it? | CBC News

Plan to partially demolish 139-year-old St. Luke's United Church to retain three walls and build a 48-storey tower sparks local uproar despite proposed affordable housing.
Canada news
fromwww.cbc.ca
1 month ago

Toronto residents launch campaign calling on city, RentSafeTO to address living condition concerns | CBC News

Tenants in Jane and Finch demand stronger enforcement of RentSafeTO after persistent mold, pests, leaks and slow or absent city responses.
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