Daniel Oleksiuk

Daniel Oleksiuk is a contributor for Sightline Institute and a lawyer, writer, and organizer. He was on the City of Vancouver’s Renters Advisory Committee for four years and co-founded Abundant Housing Vancouver in 2016. Before that, he worked as a policy analyst for British Columbia’s Ministry of Housing and Social Development and for the United Nations Development Programme’s China office.

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It’s (Past) Time for British Columbia to Legalize Roommates

Another piece of the puzzle to make housing more affordable in the province—and keep up with southern neighbors Washington and Oregon.

Apr 15, 2024

April 15, 2024

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British Columbia Just Took First Place in Pro-Housing Policy

In just one month in 2023, the province legalized fourplexes, allowed apartment buildings up to 20 stories near all transit stations, eliminated public hearings for plan-compliant buildings, ended parking requirements in transit-oriented districts, and announced that it is considering single-stair reform.

Feb 23, 2024

February 23, 2024

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Getting Beyond the Detached House in Vancouver, BC

How a flexible “Plex” design could add lower-cost homes, green space, and walkable, vibrant neighborhoods—fast—across housing-strapped cities.

Jun 7, 2023

June 7, 2023

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The Ambitious Housing Plans at the Center of Vancouver, BC’s, October Election

No longer a political third rail, parties are vying for votes with big promises to build abundant homes in one the world’s priciest cities. They could set a gold standard for North America.

Oct 11, 2022

October 11, 2022

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How Low Taxes Lead to High Home Prices in Vancouver, BC

And how taxing land value can cool speculation and unlock affordability.

May 9, 2022

May 9, 2022

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Confining Rental Homes to Busy Streets Is a Devil’s Bargain

Why Vancouver should allow more rental homes on quiet, local streets.

Oct 19, 2021

October 19, 2021

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Will Vancouver Grow as Fast as Its Suburbs?

A draft 30-year plan calls for limiting growth in Vancouver, pushing new residents to the suburbs.

Aug 25, 2021

August 25, 2021

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