Preserving Black Communities: Apartment Affordability Around Transit in Toronto

Report Summary: This report includes the findings and recommendations of the ULI technical assistance panel (TAP) on the best practices, policies, programs, funding, and delivery solutions to improve affordability and reduce displacement for private apartment renters, in particular Black populations affected by transit-oriented development and apartment tower renewal in the city of Toronto. Many of the findings and recommendations of the TAP respect and affirm the work that has been undertaken or was nearing completion by the City of Toronto when this report was being completed. The panel was asked to focus on the Jane Finch community as an archetype for other Black communities faced with the consequences of transit infrastructure investment and renter displacement.