Laura McCloskeyinUrban Policy at Munk (Fall 2022)Urban Policy: Final ReflectionsMany of the policy issues I’m most passionate about — such as housing affordability, climate change, and transportation — are perfect…Nov 6, 2022Nov 6, 2022
Laura McCloskeyinUrban Policy at Munk (Fall 2022)The Role of Civil Society Organizations in Canadian Policy DiscourseCivil society groups, including non-profits and charities, are critical to the functioning of Canadian society and play an important role…Nov 4, 2022Nov 4, 2022
Laura McCloskeyinUrban Policy at Munk (Fall 2022)My Neighbourhood — Past v. Present in the AnnexThe Annex is a historic neighbourhood in downtown Toronto that is home to many independent shops, restaurants, businesses, and… homes…Oct 13, 2022Oct 13, 2022
Laura McCloskeyinUrban Policy at Munk (Fall 2022)Looking for Trouble: Province-Driven Municipal ConflictEverything that municipalities do depends on intergovernmental work. In their role as service providers, provinces stipulate the quality…Oct 13, 2022Oct 13, 2022
Laura McCloskeyinUrban Policy at Munk (Fall 2022)The Case for Fare Integration in the GTA“Today’s fragmented transit system means that a person commuting fifteen kilometres from North York Centre to the Financial District will…Oct 7, 2022Oct 7, 2022
Laura McCloskeyinUrban Policy at Munk (Fall 2022)Future-Proofing City BudgetsRethinking property taxation in Ontario’s urban areas could advance multiple policy goals.Sep 30, 2022Sep 30, 2022
Laura McCloskeyinUrban Policy at Munk (Fall 2022)Strong Mayors… Building Homes?There’s no denying that Ontario is currently experiencing a housing crisis and that Toronto is at its epicentre.Sep 23, 2022Sep 23, 2022