Open Letter Sounds Alarm on Proposed Ontario Legislation
A coalition of housing advocates and community organizations has issued a stark warning about the potential consequences of Bill 60 for Ontario's already strained housing market. In an open letter published on November 17, 2025, signatories expressed grave concerns that the proposed legislation would make it even more difficult for people to find and keep adequate housing.
Report Highlights Plight of Cost-Burdened Renters
The warning coincides with the release of a sobering report from Rentals.ca, which provides a detailed look into the challenges facing Ontario's renters. The data reveals a troubling correlation: renters who are forced to allocate more than half of their income towards housing costs experience significantly longer search times for a home.
This financial pressure leads to higher levels of frustration and, in many cases, forces individuals and families to consider a drastic solution—moving to a different city altogether in search of affordability. This trend could have long-term implications for community stability and the provincial economy.
Potential Fallout from the Legislative Changes
While the specific details of Bill 60's provisions are not outlined in the source material, the open letter positions it as a significant threat to housing security. The core argument is that the bill's passage would create additional barriers for vulnerable populations, potentially increasing the number of people who struggle to be housed.
The situation in Ontario's major urban centers, particularly Toronto, is already critical. The combination of high rental costs and legislative uncertainty creates a perfect storm that could push more residents to the brink. The letter serves as a direct appeal to policymakers to reconsider the potential human cost of the bill.
The ongoing debate around Bill 60 underscores the profound and urgent nature of the housing affordability crisis in Canada's most populous province.
