UrbanToronto industry updates share relevant news, events, and changes that impact the real estate and building industries in Toronto. 

In today's report: Municipalities grapple with Bill 23; Mississauga Mayor Bonnie Crombie expresses concerns in press conference, City of Burlington responds to the 'severe' impacts of the bill, citing an extensive list of factors that could harm quality of life for residents; CreateTO and TO Live announce shortlist of projects submitted in competition for design of St Lawrence Centre for the Arts; and other news.

Looking north at the intersection of Yonge Street and Front Street, image by UT Forum contributor DarkSideDenizen

City of Burlington Responds to Severe Impacts of Bill 23

Ontario Home Builders’ Association calls on province to audit major municipalities’ collection and use of growth funding charges 

RECORDING AVAILABLE - Mayor Crombie Virtual Press Conference: Mississauga Mayor Reacts to Bill 23

City of Toronto, The 519 and Homes First Society announce Toronto’s first dedicated shelter for 2SLGBTQ+ adults

CreateTO and TO Live announce shortlist for St. Lawrence Centre for the Arts design competition

New federal-provincial-territorial board formed to harmonize construction codes across Canada

EllisDon Partners With Habitat for Humanity Canada to Accelerate Affordable Homeownership Development

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