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Critics say B.C. housing bill takes aim at local governance

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Bill M216 has the backing of the association that represents B.C. developers, as well as the Greater Vancouver of Trade.

A B.C. bill that has passed second reading in the legislature is raising the ire of planners and other housing experts who say it will erode local governance – and give project approval power to developers.

If Bill M216 passes third reading, a housing project submission approved by certified engineers and architects who’ve been hired by developers would get rubber-stamped without city staff review. The only exception, according to the bill, is if the submission is incomplete. There would also be a dispute process through the province.

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Ethan Radcliffe
Ethan Radcliffe is a senior reporter and digital editor at The Toronto Insider, specializing in Canadian federal policy, GTA urban development, and national economic trends. With over a decade of experience in North American journalism, Ethan focuses on translating complex legislative and economic developments into clear, accessible reporting for Canadian readers. Ethan’s work emphasizes policy analysis, government accountability, and data-driven reporting, with a strong focus on how federal and provincial decisions impact communities across the Greater Toronto Area and beyond. He has covered infrastructure planning, housing policy, fiscal strategy, and regulatory changes affecting Canadian households and businesses. A graduate of Toronto Metropolitan University’s School of Journalism, Ethan brings expertise in investigative reporting, long-form analysis, editorial standards, and digital publishing best practices. His reporting is guided by verifiable sources, public records, and transparent sourcing. In addition to reporting, Ethan has experience in newsroom editing, fact-checking workflows, SEO-informed journalism, and audience analytics, ensuring stories meet both editorial integrity standards and modern digital discoverability requirements. Ethan is committed to objective, fact-driven journalism and adheres to established ethical guidelines, prioritizing accuracy, clarity, and public trust in all reporting.

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