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Are the kids alright? Low-income and food insecurity rising among Ontario’s children
While the recent provincial election sparked numerous debates about the future of Ontario, one issue remained notably absent: the well-being of Ontario’s children.
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Whoever wins the election, Ontario must reinvest in post-secondary education
Ontario’s universities and colleges are in a state of financial crisis. Across the province, post-secondary institutions, citing a lack of revenue needed to fund operations,…
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When it comes to housing, Ontarians have clear choices in this election
It’s been a tough election for policy analysts. We like long platforms, detailed policy proposals, and lots of numbers. We didn’t get much of that…
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In the Ontario election, we’re not talking about money—which the province urgently needs
With the Ontario election well underway, we should be having a debate about how to pay for the things the province urgently needs.
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Ontario lost nearly 1,300 residential construction jobs last year—the worst in Canada
Public policy researchers spill a lot of ink on housing affordability, but we pay a lot less attention to residential construction as an employment sector.…
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Ontario has the lowest levels of well-being of any Canadian province
Provincial elections are coming in Ontario on February 27, and so far the public debate has overwhelmingly focused on the threat of tariffs from the…
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Much more than books
The Toronto Public Library is a vital institution that is deeply integrated into the cultural, social, and intellectual life of Torontonians. It not only provides access to knowledge but also plays a crucial role in supporting the community through programs that enrich lives, improve digital literacy, and help residents navigate the complexities of modern life.
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Biggest attraction in Toronto? Taylor Swift has a quiet competitor, new report shows
TORONTO—When it comes to attracting fans in Toronto, only one performer comes close to Taylor Swift: the Toronto Public Library.
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Out-of-control rents
CMHC, “Rental Market Survey Data Tables,” 2023. For a notable exception, see John Rapley, “Canada’s approach to housing is bad for the economy,” The Globe…
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What is the “rental wage” in my neighborhood?
Across Canada, rents are out of control. In 2019, the Canadian Centre for Policy Alternatives introduced the concept of the “rental wage” to Canada. The rental…
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Shock and awe: In Ontario, big numbers hide the truth
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Greenbelt scandal: What does “accountability” mean?
There’s no sign that anybody will face real consequences for the $10 billion giveaway
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