Ottawa's tree canopy shrinking despite 40% goal
Ottawa's urban tree canopy is declining, with many neighborhoods below 20% cover. Advocates say new zoning bylaws fail to protect mature trees from development, worsening heat islands.
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Vancouver approves 32-storey DTES towers, cuts shelter housing
Vancouver council has approved a controversial plan allowing towers up to 32 storeys in the Downtown Eastside while reducing the mandated percentage of shelter-rate housing units.
Calgary Rezoning Has Negligible Impact on Infrastructure
A new City of Calgary report finds the shift to citywide R-CG zoning has had minimal impact on water, roads, and parks. Less than 1% of nearly 2,000 new homes required utility upgrades. Discover the data.
Ottawa zoning update could allow 3-storey homes citywide
Ottawa is considering a major zoning update that would permit three-storey homes in all residential neighbourhoods. Learn how this change could reshape the city's housing landscape.
Toronto's neighbourhood retail hypocrisy exposed
Toronto's new neighbourhood retail regulations reveal city's contradictory stance on small businesses. Despite claims of support, restrictive rules threaten local entrepreneurship.
Vancouver task force reduces DTES overdoses: mayor
Vancouver's mayor reports progress in overdose reduction through DTES task force. Public health experts weigh in on the initiative's effectiveness and challenges ahead.
Regina to allow mobile homes citywide after evictions
Regina city council is reviewing zoning changes to permit mobile homes anywhere in the city following Glen Elm evictions that displaced residents earlier this year.
Regina Considers Permitting Manufactured Homes in All Neighborhoods
Regina explores zoning reforms to integrate manufactured homes across residential areas, expanding housing options amid affordability crisis. Learn how this could transform city living.
Calgary Council Advances Blanket Rezoning Repeal
Calgary city council takes first step toward repealing controversial blanket rezoning policy. Final debate and vote scheduled for December 15 meeting. Learn what's next.
Kitchener approves zoning for Woodhaven duplex redevelopment
Kitchener city council has approved a zoning application for redevelopment at 137 Woodhaven. The project will transform an existing duplex property in the growing Ontario community.
DTES Indigenous activists receive national honour
Two remarkable Indigenous women from Vancouver's Downtown Eastside are being recognized with one of Canada's highest civilian awards for their decades of community advocacy and leadership.
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