By Pepper Parr
June 23rd, 2025
BURLINGTON, ON
The headline read: Prepare for a decade of lower living standards – with the subheadline reading: Today’s Canadian dream is to make the next mortgage payment without having to borrow to pay for it.
In the same newspaper, on the same day another headline read: “CEO pay rose almost 20% last year on strong stock process.”
The headline on the editorial page: The slow crawl of cities on housing reform.
In Burlington, the Performing Arts Centre announced they would be open
Monday and Tuesday, from 9:30am to 4:30pm. Access to drinking water, washrooms, seating in BPAC’s climate-controlled lobby
On-leash pets welcome.
No word on if the bar will be open.
What does one make of a world like this?
The “Canadian Dream” generally refers to the aspiration for a good quality of life, encompassing financial security, career opportunities, a stable home, and a sense of belonging within a peaceful, multicultural society. It’s often associated with the belief that hard work and determination can lead to upward social mobility and a better life for oneself and future generations. This dream is deeply rooted in Canada’s reputation for universal healthcare, high levels of education, and a strong social safety net.
Not every Canadian shares this dream including those who do not want to invest the hard work and determination.
Any Canadians who DO wish to dream however, opportunities are still out there.
Lot of doom&gloomers around.
We tend to forget the transfer of wealth that is starting to flow as the Boomers die off.A lot of housing stock will also appear in the very near future for the same reason.