Jennifer Keesmaat (@jen_keesmaat) 's Twitter Profile
Jennifer Keesmaat

@jen_keesmaat

President and CEO, Collecdev-Markee Developments. Former Chief Planner, Toronto. Distinguished Visitor in Planning Emeritus, University of Toronto. Optimist.

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I own a small dessert business. My business has a 100% trade deficit with the grocery store. I’m always buying from them, and they’ve never once bought anything from me. Now, of course, I take products I buy from the grocery store, turn them into delicious baked goods, and make

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special warrants during a spring election are how grandma's CPP cheque doesn't bounce, this is neither novel nor sinister do I get to tell Tobi how to run Shopify now or is this a one-way thing?

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Evidence on the benefits of universal basic income (UBI) is remarkably consistent across different regions and pilot programs around the world. Whether in Canada, Finland, Kenya, or the United States, UBI trials have shown similar positive outcomes — including improved mental

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Building affordable housing requires more than policy frameworks and funding commitments. It requires someone to take responsibility for getting the job done. My thoughts on what it will take to finally deliver: thestar.com/opinion/contri…

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free and fair elections in canada. campaign a few weeks long, not very expensive. ballots counted same day. nobody contests the outcome. when democracies work they’re the best political systems we have.

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We’re starting to get density and transit right in our cities. But infrastructure and services—where the majority of Canadians live—are crumbling. Without investing in the public spaces and amenities that make city life livable, we’re missing the mark. It’s time to refocus on

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Building homes that are affordably sustainable, and sustainably affordable, makes more sense now than ever. Building them with Canadian technology, Canadian workers, Canadian manufacturing, and Canadian resources is smart and cost effective. Read: thestar.com/business/opini… via

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We have a hot new piece out at Missing Middle Initiative this morning - Municipal Timelines: Miracle or Mirage. Over the last year, administration officials from multiple municipalities in Ontario have made statements to the public that imply application reviews are getting 80-90% better

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"Without investing in the public spaces and amenities that make city life livable, we’re missing the mark." Jennifer Keesmaat #DTHfxVision2030, the time is now! #MoveSmart #EverybodysNeighbourhood downtownhalifax.ca/vision2030

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I’ve long admired cities that seamlessly integrate cafés along park edges—which is why we jumped at the opportunity to make it happen on our Merton Street project. A perfect spot to linger with a book and a latte: here are our most recent building and park designs, by

I’ve long admired cities that seamlessly integrate cafés along park edges—which is why we jumped at the opportunity to make it happen on our Merton Street project. A perfect spot to linger with a book and a latte: here are our most recent building and park designs, by
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What happened to Transit City? Why does building transit in Ontario take so long? Steve Paikin asks former Toronto mayor David Miller, former chief planner Jennifer Keesmaat & John Lorinc about the past, present, and future of moving people in the GTHA. #topoli youtube.com/watch?v=FNd-_O…

What happened to Transit City? Why does building transit in Ontario take so long? <a href="/spaikin/">Steve Paikin</a> asks former Toronto mayor David Miller, former chief planner <a href="/jen_keesmaat/">Jennifer Keesmaat</a> &amp; <a href="/JohnLorinc/">John Lorinc</a> about the past, present, and future of moving people in the GTHA. #topoli youtube.com/watch?v=FNd-_O…
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Collecdev-Markee Launches Missing Middle Portfolio With Project On Danforth teagansliz Really like this project from Jennifer Keesmaat - Family-oriented units - Courtyard - No parking - Pre-fab storeys.com/collecdev-mark…

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If the conservatives need help understanding what modular housing is, they can check out our Progress Canada episode on the topic with housing expert Jennifer Keesmaat. It's been available since before the federal election. 🎧👇 open.spotify.com/episode/6YZuH9…