Why Do Fewer People Vote in Municipal Elections?
Despite being the level of government closest to daily life, municipal elections tend to attract lower voter turnout than provincial or federal races. This pattern…
Why Richmond Hill Lacks the “Missing Middle?”
Richmond Hill’s housing debate often jumps from detached homes straight to high-rise towers—but what about everything in between?
“Missing middle” housing—like duplexes, townhouses, and small apartment buildings—offers a quieter way to grow: more homes, without the scale of towers.
It’s not about choosing sides. It’s about expanding options.
Why Richmond Hill Depends on DCs
Development charges are at the center of the housing debate—but removing them doesn’t eliminate costs, it shifts who pays. Here’s how they work, and why Richmond Hill relies on them.