Housing policy developments in Toronto

  • Year One of the Multi-Tenant Houses Framework: Recommendations to the City 

    On March 31, 2024, the City of Toronto introduced a new city-wide regulatory framework for multi-tenant (rooming) houses (MTHs), with the goal of expanding access to safe, secure, and affordable housing across all neighbourhoods. City staff are currently preparing an update report on the first year of the implementation of the MTH framework, focused on…



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  • 2025 City of Toronto Budget Analysis

    Following historic investments in affordable housing and renter supports in the 2024 budget, the 2025 budget makes modest new investments in these areas. The 2024 budget was the first under Mayor Chow’s administration and marked a significant departure from previous budgets that had focused on keeping property tax increases low and prioritizing homeowners over renters.…



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  • Key Housing Priorities for the 2025 Toronto Budget

    Toronto is grappling with a growing housing affordability and homelessness crisis. The City’s budget process presents a vital opportunity to uphold its commitment to the right to housing by prioritizing and maximizing investments in programs, services, and infrastructure that address the needs of residents most affected by the crisis. On January 21 and 22, Toronto…



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