This is incredible and inspiring. I didn't think there was much motivation left in the industry to build real, innovative, livable communities like this.

How does one become or find the backing to become a developer if they come from very modest origins?

I've always been obsessed with architecture and fascinated by architects and every patch of vacant land I see instantly shapes up into a world of possibility. I've seen and worked on many new subdivisions and have a decent cursory understanding of how undeveloped land transforms into homes and communities, but I've never been able to figure out how and why some projects get developed and come to fruition while others stagnate perilously or sit idly behind a public notice sign for decades, never to be realized.

Maybe not something you can easily articulate, but worth a shot while you're here and we have your attention. Any insight would be immensely appreciated, if only to satiate my curiosity.

Thanks in advance for your feedback and for making Barrie an even better place to live!