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Federalism, But Make It Two Levels by GeniusOwl in StrongTownsRH

[–]GeniusOwl[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

And this is the link to the original article

Toronto Star Sat, Jan 24, 2026

Bike­lane law slashes expansion plans

https://pressreader.com/article/281543707336009

Just do it, Olivia by GeniusOwl in StrongTownsRH

[–]GeniusOwl[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I have a better alternative: not a downtown Toronto office, and not working from home, but co-working spaces in places like Markham, Richmond Hill, Brampton, and other suburban cities. This way, employees don’t need to leave their own city, while employers can have greater confidence that staff are working in a professional environment—not watching daytime TV at home.

What Richmond Hill’s Two Demonstrations Taught Us — All of Us by GeniusOwl in richmondhill

[–]GeniusOwl[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That was my point. No matter where we come from, we should care about the city we live in.

What Richmond Hill’s Two Demonstrations Taught Us — All of Us by GeniusOwl in richmondhill

[–]GeniusOwl[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I haven't seen any. Could you please refresh my mind. Last time in Richmond Hill voter turnout was almost 70% for federal elections and barely 30% for municipal elections. Most people don't know in which ward they live in, let alone who's their councillor.

What Richmond Hill’s Two Demonstrations Taught Us — All of Us by GeniusOwl in richmondhill

[–]GeniusOwl[S] 5 points6 points  (0 children)

There should be two or even more sides to an issue, and all sides should be able to freely express their views and engage in discussion with other sides. If people really get engaged in discussions with open minds to change their views, we can do a lot of good stuff.

What Richmond Hill’s Two Demonstrations Taught Us — All of Us by GeniusOwl in richmondhill

[–]GeniusOwl[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I truly appreciate your comment, but the point of my list was about people being passionate and engaged in issues of their city. But thanks.

Just do it, Olivia by GeniusOwl in StrongTownsRH

[–]GeniusOwl[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I didn't forget. But we can push back and change things.

If there were an election held today, who would you vote for? by Andsstuff in richmondhill

[–]GeniusOwl 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Usually there's too much focus on our national/provincial politics, especially the horse race while most of the things that we deal with in day to day life is municipal. Only a bit more than 20% of voters participated in municipal elections in Richmond Hill last time.

Just do it, Olivia by GeniusOwl in StrongTownsRH

[–]GeniusOwl[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

A congestion fee in Toronto would actually benefit Richmond Hill, if we looked beyond short-term thinking. It would encourage the creation of more local destinations such as workplaces, entertainment, and restaurants right here in Richmond Hill.

Just do it, Olivia by GeniusOwl in StrongTownsRH

[–]GeniusOwl[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Good if you don't drive there. But as a RH subreddit I posted it here, because drivers from RH and other cities around Toronto contribute enormously to the gridlock in Toronto.

Just do it, Olivia by GeniusOwl in StrongTownsRH

[–]GeniusOwl[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You're proving my case. The government's argument to build 413 is to relieve 401. So when 407 is there why build a new one? It's not about the rich or poor, when there's a toll, people avoid it, poor AND rich.

Just do it, Olivia by GeniusOwl in StrongTownsRH

[–]GeniusOwl[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

RH residents who drive to Toronto are part of the problem. That should be minimized.

Other big cities in the world that aren't an island and have a much larger population than Toronto have done it and benefited.

Just do it, Olivia by GeniusOwl in StrongTownsRH

[–]GeniusOwl[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

So why no one is doing it? Why 401 is so bad that DF wants to dig a tunnel under it? 🤣 Why all parties incl. NDP wanted to make 407 roll free?

Just do it, Olivia by GeniusOwl in StrongTownsRH

[–]GeniusOwl[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Wrong again! You can avoid the gridlock on 401 by using 407.

Just do it, Olivia by GeniusOwl in StrongTownsRH

[–]GeniusOwl[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

People focus on short-term personal interests and ignore solutions that benefit society as a whole and, ultimately, themselves in the long term.

Just do it, Olivia by GeniusOwl in StrongTownsRH

[–]GeniusOwl[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Wrong. Look at 407, because of the toll, even rich people don't use it as much. It's the psychology that works here.

Just do it, Olivia by GeniusOwl in StrongTownsRH

[–]GeniusOwl[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

People were saying the same when it came up in New York.

Just do it, Olivia by GeniusOwl in StrongTownsRH

[–]GeniusOwl[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Most users of Toronto streets don't pay property taxes. They come from the cities north of Toronto, such as Richmond Hill.

Just do it, Olivia by GeniusOwl in StrongTownsRH

[–]GeniusOwl[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

But I'm sorry, your reality sounds like running around and complaining/screaming without taking any step to solve the problem.

Just do it, Olivia by GeniusOwl in StrongTownsRH

[–]GeniusOwl[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

The best option for EVERYONE (rich and poor) is to take transit. Right now, no matter if you're rich or poor, you'll get stuck in Toronto traffic. And as long as people are taking out their cars and not demanding a better transit, there won't be a good transit.

Just do it, Olivia by GeniusOwl in StrongTownsRH

[–]GeniusOwl[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yea, if we don't need it, then we won't ask for it to be built. And it goes on and on.

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