PinnedMatthew AlexandrisJagmeet Singh’s Plan to Give Cash to Renters will Reduce Poverty and HomelessnessPeople have suggested that giving cash assistance to renters will lead to landlords raising the price of rent. Evidence suggests otherwise.Aug 27, 2021Aug 27, 2021
PinnedMatthew AlexandrisBuild More Homes in the Yellowbelt, not the GreenbeltToronto, like many major North American cities, is facing a housing crisis. While prices for homes and rent have continually soared for…Dec 8, 2020Dec 8, 2020
Matthew AlexandrisWhy Toronto’s Cyclists Should Vote Out John ToryCyclists in Toronto have the oppourtunity to improve bike infrastructure by forcing a change in the city’s leadership.Oct 12, 2022Oct 12, 2022
Matthew AlexandrisWill Pierre Poilievre Bring Out Non-Voters or Alienate Existing Ones?Poilievre is trying to expand his base of supporters. Will this strategy lead to a majority government or another loss for the CPC?Sep 20, 2022Sep 20, 2022
Matthew AlexandrisOntario Should Should Lease Public Land, Not Sell ItSelling land to private condo developers with no conditions of affordable housing is not a long-term solution to Ontario’s housing crisis.Feb 7, 2022Feb 7, 2022
Matthew AlexandrisThe Canada Child Benefit Should be UniversalThe CCB should be reformed to a universal cash benefit giving each family the exact same gross monthly check.Jan 18, 2022Jan 18, 2022
Matthew AlexandrisCanada’s COVID-19 Fiscal Stimulus Package was Worth the Cost.Despite rising inflation, other trends like GDP, jobs, and household income prove that Canada’s COVID-19 fiscal stimulus was a huge success.Dec 8, 2021Dec 8, 2021
Matthew AlexandrisDon’t Blame the Bank of Canada for the Housing CrisisPierre Poilievre and Stephen Punwasi have created a narrative where the Bank of Canada is at fault for the housing crisis. They are wrong.Oct 26, 2021Oct 26, 2021
Matthew AlexandrisWhy Toronto City Council Should Legalize Rooming HousesOn Friday, Toronto City Council will vote again on a proposal to legalize and create a licensing program for rooming houses Toronto-wide.Sep 28, 2021Sep 28, 2021
Matthew AlexandrisSupply Chain Disruptions Should be a Bigger Election IssueOne of the most important issues of this election campaign has been the rising cost of living in Canada.Sep 16, 2021Sep 16, 2021
