Saving the 80s mall in the name of heritage

Over to Halifax, where a group of misguided individuals dared to question the wisdom of transforming a run-down mall into a vibrant, mixed-use development.

This group of residents opposing the redevelopment cite the need to preserve the character of their neighbourhood. Oh, the nostalgia! Because nothing screams character like a dilapidated mall with boarded-up storefronts.

Who needs a vibrant, thriving community when you can have desolation and decay? Embrace the charm of abandoned shopping carts and tumbleweeds rolling through deserted corridors. It's like a post-apocalyptic movie set, right in your own backyard!

Residents Move Beside Busy Highway, Complain of Construction Noise

Residents living beside one of Toronto’s busiest highways are complaining about the noise from its reconstruction. Maybe don’t move beside a highway next time then?

Who needs sleep anyway? Clearly, the City of Toronto should halt all construction projects indefinitely to ensure that its residents can have their beauty sleep. After all, a good night's rest is clearly more important than infrastructure development and progress. We wouldn't want those pesky construction noises disturbing our peaceful slumber, would we?

It's not like construction projects are essential for the growth and improvement of a city, right? Who cares about enhancing transportation infrastructure, reducing traffic congestion, or making the city more accessible? Let's all just sit in our cozy beds and complain about the inconvenience caused by progress. That'll surely make everything better.

The audacity of these construction workers, trying to improve the city! How dare they disrupt the tranquility of Toronto's residents? Don't they understand that their efforts to build a better future are causing minor disturbances? How inconsiderate of them!

My dear Toronto residents, I truly sympathize with your sleepless nights. It must be unbearable to live in a city that dares to develop and grow. Just remember, the next time you drive on a smooth and efficient road or enjoy improved infrastructure, it's all thanks to the inconveniences you endured during construction. But hey, at least you got a good night's sleep, right?

NIMBYs' Priorities: Protecting Themselves from Those Pesky Cyclists!

Ah, the joys of NIMBYism! In the latest saga of NIMBY absurdity, the article "Dickens Greenway: NIMBYs Are More Worried About Being Hit by Cyclists Than Drivers" unveils the peculiar concerns of a group of individuals who seem to prioritize their personal safety from cyclists over, well, just about anything else. Who needs safe streets and a healthier environment when you can focus on the imminent danger of a cyclist whizzing by?

It's truly remarkable how some people manage to conjure up fears that defy logic and common sense. While the rest of us worry about reckless drivers, congestion, and air pollution, these self-proclaimed guardians of their own well-being have identified cyclists as the ultimate threat to society. Who would have thought that those pedaling their way to work or leisurely enjoying a ride could be so menacing?

Forget about the countless benefits of promoting active transportation, reducing car dependency, and creating safer streets for everyone. The NIMBYs in question have decided to make cyclists their scapegoat, perpetuating the outdated notion that cars are the only legitimate mode of transportation. After all, who needs healthy, vibrant communities when you can focus on the terror of sharing the road with those two-wheeled devils?

Heroes Protecting the Sanctity of Their Perfect Bubble!

Oh, behold the mighty NIMBYs! In their valiant quest to preserve the sanctity of their utopian neighborhoods, they have once again emerged from their ivory towers to fight against the evils of progress and affordable housing. The article "Development proposal for stacked townhouses on Main Street in Stouffville draws heavy criticism from residents" showcases the unwavering determination of these modern-day heroes to safeguard property values and keep out the riff-raff.

It's truly awe-inspiring how the NIMBYs champion exclusivity and entitlement over the well-being of their fellow citizens. Who needs affordable housing and social responsibility when you can prioritize the inflated price tags of your own properties? It warms the heart to witness such selflessness and dedication to maintaining the status quo.

The NIMBYs in question have rallied together, fearlessly attending public meetings, writing letters, and launching online campaigns to protect their idyllic vision of an exclusive neighborhood. Why should the less fortunate have access to decent housing near their workplaces and schools when the NIMBYs can maintain their carefully curated bubble of perfection?

Let us all take a moment to appreciate the unwavering efforts of these NIMBYs as they battle against the forces of progress, diversity, and affordable housing. Their commitment to self-interest and exclusion is truly unparalleled. We can only hope to be as noble and virtuous as they are, bravely defending their property values and maintaining the precious homogeneity of their neighborhoods. Long live the NIMBYs, the unsung heroes of entitlement and exclusivity!

NIMBY's Get Their Just Dessert – More Density

You have to think the NIMBY's that opposed the resurrection of the Matador as a small assembly hall with a liquor license for 14 years are kicking themselves now.

Instead of the building being retained, now they're going to get what should live in that location – a mid-rise residential condo building. Should have taken option one folks, as I'm sure they're going to be screaming about this option.

Given Toronto's lack of housing stock, there is a need for higher density housing options. A six-storey, 30-unit building steps from the College Street streetcar makes complete sense. The only way to address Toronto's affordability is by creating more housing stock - or kill immigration and the city’s economy.

Infill projects like this make sense. They are close to transit infrastructure, are built to scale in existing neighbourhoods, and create more housing options in those communities. This is exactly what Toronto needs more of.

No doubt it will be sad to lose the historic Matador with its legendary tales of Toronto's music history, but that dream disappeared when the NIMBY's got their way last time. Let's hope that doesn't happen again.

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