Rental housing, renovictions key items on the table at Toronto city council

Toronto city council approved protections for renters and funding for 6,000 new rental units. A bylaw targeting illegal renovictions was pushed forward to prevent unfair evictions. The city will enforce regulations similar to Hamilton's bylaw. Councillors debated the impact on landlords and tenants, with some arguing for better protections. Additionally, the council allocated over $350 million to build affordable rental housing, aiming to deliver thousands of new units quickly. The program will support various housing providers and offer incentives for developing rent-controlled homes.