Toronto mayoral debate focuses on affordability and property taxes

Toronto mayoral debate spotlights affordability and property tax plans for voters See how frontrunners tackled cost of living concerns and city spending Tuesday night

Toronto's top mayoral candidates met Tuesday night in a debate hosted by the Toronto Region Board of Trade and the Toronto Star. The discussion centered on affordability and property taxes, two issues shaping the 2026 race. CBC's Dale Manucdoc summarized the main points raised by the frontrunners and how they addressed voter concerns about the cost of living and city finances. The debate is part of a wider campaign that has put everyday expenses and municipal spending at the center of the election.