Affordability Action Council

Are massive new transmission lines really the answer to Canada's energy future? Affordability Action Council member Brendan Haley (Policy Director at Efficiency Canada) raises valid concerns in a recent piece for the @IRPP. policyoptions.irpp.org/magazines/may-…

Want better affordability and climate policies for all Canadians? First, we need to know how effective messaging works. Join comms directors from ALL major parties at @IRPP's free webinar on political campaign messaging. Don't miss these insider strategies!

Our integrated solutions for housing, food & transport affordability also address climate risks - helping low-income households reduce dependence on fossil fuels will provide lasting savings and resilience to future oil price shocks. Learn more here: affordability-action.ca/category/polic…

A new report by @JimboStanford for Centre for Future Work confirms what we have been saying: volatile oil prices, not carbon pricing, drove inflation. In fact, their research shows households lost $12K over 3 years to oil price spikes. centreforfuturework.ca/2025/03/19/new…

🎙️ The IRPP Podcast is back! Our latest episode features the full audio from our event on affordability & climate—2 crises shaping politics today. Featuring @tylermeredith, @kathleenmonk, & @karenrestoule, moderated by @jenditchburn. W/ @AffordabilityAC policyoptions.irpp.org/?p=116003

Read the full report here: abacusdata.ca/from-scarcity-…

The data is clear: Canadians want solutions that address both affordability and climate challenges. Smart political candidates will recognize that this integrated approach offers the stability voters are seeking in uncertain times. The old "either-or" approach no longer works.

📊 Recent @abacusdataca research reveals a profound shift in Canadian mindsets—from concerns about resource scarcity to deeper uncertainty about our collective future. 🧵

We hosted a panel on the affordability & climate crises w/ @AffordabilityAC. @tylermeredith, @kathleenmonk & @karenrestoule explored how to protect households from rising costs, minimize extreme weather impacts & keep food affordable. Missed it? Watch here:shorturl.at/bBp6v

"The challenges we face—from housing affordability to climate resilience—are permanent. Our solutions must be too." AAC members Brendan Haley and Evan Fraser on Canada's need to address immediate pressures and build long-term resilience to US tariffs. hilltimes.com/story/2025/03/…

Join us in Ottawa (or virtually!) on February 24th, where our powerhouse panel will tackle the intersection of affordability and climate challenges: * @tylermeredith * @kathleenmonk * @karenrestoule * Moderated by @jenditchburn Sign up here: affordability-action.ca/affordability-…

With US tariff threats looming, how can Canada tackle affordability + climate? Join us in Ottawa (or virtually!) on Feb 24 at 5:30pm to hear from our powerhouse panel: * @tylermeredith * @kathleenmonk * @karenrestoule * @jenditchburn - Moderating affordability-action.ca/affordability-…