StrategyCorp

Ontario is facing a housing supply crisis, and with 95% of housing delivered by private companies, the development sector is critical to meeting the province’s goal of 1.5 million new homes by 2031. StrategyCorp’s latest report, Ontario Developer Survey 2024: Perspectives from a Sector on Edge, captures the viewpoints of private sector homebuilders, exploring: - The challenges they face in navigating Ontario’s evolving policies - The disconnects between industry and government - How rapid population growth is shaping housing demand With Ontario's population projected to surpass 20 million by 2048, fostering collaboration between governments and the private sector has never been more urgent. Read the full report and discover key insights to help address Ontario’s housing crisis: https://lnkd.in/dHqhP6Fs

The long-anticipated cabinet shuffle comes at a pivotal moment for the government, addressing key vacancies ahead of a possible early election.   This reshuffle reflects a strategic focus on stabilizing leadership in critical portfolios while preparing for the challenges of the months ahead. With limited time to make a mark, the new team faces a fast-moving political landscape, both within Parliament and across the country.   How will these changes impact government decision-making and Canada’s political trajectory? Read our full analysis: https://lnkd.in/gCZvipRa

ICYMI: Joined the CBC News Power & Politics Panel to discuss Justin Trudeau's options - I predicted that he had to shuffle the Cabinet no later than today, and provide an update on his future. #1 is happening later today, but will #2? We'll all have to see! (with David Cochrane, Robert Benzie, Amanda Alvaro and Brad Lavigne...) https://lnkd.in/em_xGcH7

Thank you to our incredible team for all the hard work, dedication, and moments of joy this year. Celebrating the holidays together reminds us of the strength of our community and the exciting opportunities that lie ahead. Here's to a successful and rewarding 2025! 

What were the big PR storylines from 2024? Get our international PR hot takes as you head into the holidays, as well as some predictions on the big themes in communications for 2025. Did we get them right?

As we wrap up 2024, our latest podcast explores the major developments that shaped the year, from Donald Trump’s election and its impact on Canada, to manufacturing growth, housing challenges, and rising socioeconomic pressures in Ontario. Looking ahead to 2025, we discuss key issues to watch, including how municipalities address socioeconomic challenges, the role of AI in the workplace, and what Trump’s reelection could mean for trade and energy in Western Canada. Listen to our year-in-review wherever you stream: https://lnkd.in/gUVUxQWw

Freeland Resigns; Trudeau Holds On; Fall Economic Statement Tabled. Read our analysis: https://lnkd.in/epc8XM9m

Thanks to AM 640’s Greg Brady for having me on his show today to discuss the Eglinton Crosstown LRT and GO Transit’s ridership rebound. Take a listen to our chat below! Listen to the full show here: https://lnkd.in/euV8vddq

Labour productivity in Canada's construction sector has fallen below pre-pandemic levels, even as demand for housing and infrastructure rises in our growing communities. How can technology drive change and help us build better and faster? We’re diving into this topic with Hamid Alemohammad, PhD, Co-Founder and COO of Brickeye, to explore how tech adoption can reshape the construction industry. Listen now. https://lnkd.in/e52SVqHp

Congratulations to THERME GROUP on its acquisiton of Therme Erding! Therme Group’s portfolio now welcomes over 3.5 million visitors annually, making it the world’s largest operator of wellbeing destinations. The growth will continue as the Ontario Place project moves ahead. Ontarians can look forward to a year-round waterslides and wellbeing destination, paired with a 16 acre waterfont public park, all right on Lake Ontario.