russilwvong.bsky.social
Canadian. Interested in housing, and everything that goes with it: jobs, transportation, schools, community centres. Vancouver needs more housing.
👤 Joined on 03 October 2023
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@russilwvong.bsky.socialAppreciated the help of the vpd today recovering my stolen e-bike. It’s a bit beat up but ok. AirTag locked inside the frame was key. Completely my fault for forgetting it and leaving it outside all night… too many election night distractions!
Show Post“Vancouver, grow up.” Video by Bob Mackin of Colleen Hardwick last night insulting the intelligence of anyone who voted for Ken Sim four years ago or Pete Fry now. I wonder if her base will ever change their opinions on whether this rhetoric has been an effective way of expanding her support.
Show PostThis article quotes a sociology professor, a lawyer, and an architect who reject the notion that housing prices are set by supply and demand and do not believe that building more homes reduces rents. It is the housing policy equivalent of platforming climate change deniers.
Show PostThe Canadian Tax Observatory has done a careful analysis of the "Productivity Mega Deduction." This is a consequential change to boost productivity-enhancing investments. The analysis highlights design decisions that will determine its effectiveness. canadiantaxobservatory.ca/the-producti...
Show PostElection day in #Quebec ! Weird time in #Canada. Federal Liberals are pushing through pipelines etc. in the name of national security. One of the few that will reduce fossil fuels is the electric Alto high-speed rail to Quebec City. Remember: the Parti Québécois has vowed to kill Alto.
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