In this episode, Lance sits down with startup founder, investor, and housing advocate Liam Gill to unpack a provocative idea: What if Toronto’s housing crisis could be solved by everyday citizens?

Drawing from his background in startups, venture capital law, and policy advocacy, Gill makes the case that Toronto is one of the only cities in the world where nearly every major challenge can be solved through policy—and more importantly, through participation.

At the center of the conversation is his concept of the “citizen developer,” a new class of everyday people who can play an active role in resolving the housing crisis. From fourplexes to laneway homes to 10-unit apartment buildings, Gill breaks down how recent zoning changes have quietly unlocked a generational opportunity.

Key Takeaways

• Housing is ...