The question
A city becomes fragile when the people who work in it cannot realistically afford to live, eat, travel, and raise their families in it. Toronto must treat affordability as a question of human stability, not only market performance.
The principle
David believes economic life should serve human dignity, family stability, honest work, and responsible stewardship. A healthy city makes room for ordinary people to build durable lives.
The public consequence
Housing, transportation, and food costs shape family formation, neighbourhood continuity, access to work, health, and the ability of churches and community organizations to remain rooted locally.
David’s position
David supports more genuinely affordable housing and rent, the responsible use of City-owned land for affordable housing, and reductions in unnecessary City fees that raise the cost of living.
He calls for more affordable TTC fares and serious exploration of free or substantially reduced transportation for youth, seniors, low-income residents, and families.
He supports neighbourhood markets, food programs, and practical initiatives that make healthy groceries more affordable.
Practical response
David can advocate and convene. Churches can provide local food and housing support while addressing isolation. Community groups can build neighbourhood markets and transit-access programs. Government must use land, fees, procurement, and partnerships with measurable affordability in view.
If you work in Toronto, you should have a realistic chance to build a life in Toronto.