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H.G. Watson

H.G. Watson is a writer based in Toronto. She writes mainly about business, media, and politics. You can find her at hgwatson.com

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Feature by Richard Trapunski , H.G. Watson and Kunal Chaudhary with photography by Chloë Ellingson

How the Election Looks From the Suburbs

Toronto mayoral elections are often decided far from the downtown core. Here’s what matters to voters in three key suburban wards where the race could be fiercest.

Feature by H.G. Watson

The Airbnb Loophole Pushing Out Long-Term Tenants

Despite regulations, short-term rentals continue to keep apartments off the market in neighbourhoods like Kensington Market.

Feature by H.G. Watson

New Downtown Councillors Will Have a Tough Job from Day One—Managing Development

With an exploding population, constant building, and wards the size of small towns, the candidates who win Toronto’s downtown seats will inherit problems, and possibilities.

Feature by H.G. Watson with photography by Christopher Katsarov Luna

Carving Out a Brand New Island

With Villier’s Island, the city aims to combat climate change, create a new mouth to the Don River, and add needed housing. But constructing a climate positive neighbourhood from scratch is no small task.

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