Expert: Priorities That Should Guide Ontario’s Housing Reform

Ontario’s housing affordability challenge continues to impact families and investors alike, with home prices now averaging more than seven times the annual income. As someone who has spent nearly two decades guiding clients through the GTA’s real estate landscape, I see firsthand how high taxes, fees, and complex regulations drive up costs and limit options for buyers and sellers. Meaningful housing reform should focus on practical solutions—tax relief, streamlining approval processes, updating building codes, and removing the burden of land transfer taxes. These steps are essential to create a more accessible and efficient market, benefiting everyone from first-time buyers to experienced investors. Staying informed and adaptable is key in times like these.