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The formation of Greater Victoria Acting Together (GVAT), and its relation to the Industrial Areas Foundation in the US
The formation of Greater Victoria Acting Together (GVAT), and its relation to the Industrial Areas Foundation in the USThe article examines the structure of GVAT’s relation to the IAF. Important questions about cross border political influence and data harvesting are… Continue reading
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Greater Victoria Acting Together (GVAT) appears to be run by a member of the political pressure group Homes For Living.
Greater Victoria Acting Together (GVAT) appears to be run by a member of the political pressure group Homes For Living. GVAT is part of the Industrial Areas Foundation (IAF) which is based in the United States. GVAT attempts with concerted… Continue reading
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‘Livable CRD’, and its alliance of astroturfing organizations, seeking to influence the outcome of the 2026 local government election.
‘Livable CRD’, and its alliance of astroturfing organizations, seeking to influence the outcome of the 2026 local government election. The organization which officially launched according to a press release dated July 23, 2026 – lists no people who are involved… Continue reading
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How did Save Our Saanich turn from an organization of concerned neighbours, into a Political Slate with 2/3rds of its candidates having worked or continuing to work in real estate or development – in only one year?
How did Save Our Saanich turn from an organization of concerned neighbours, into a Political Slate with 2/3rds of its candidates having worked or continuing to work in real estate or development – in only one year? Above: Archived screenshot… Continue reading
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Eby and Vancouver ‘Condo King’ Bob Rennie offered oversupply as solution to the ‘housing crisis’ in 2021 dialogue, facilitated by the UDI development/real estate lobby.
Eby and Vancouver ‘Condo King’ Bob Rennie offered oversupply as solution to the ‘housing crisis’ in 2021 dialogue, facilitated by the UDI development/real estate lobby. Now the Eby government is forcing the public to pay the price through the 2026… Continue reading
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Undue Influence: BC NDP Government Appointed Giant Commercial Real Estate Company as Housing Advisor to North Saanich
Undue Influence: BC NDP Government Appointed Giant Commercial Real Estate Company as Housing Advisor to North Saanich CBRE released its “Provincial Advisor Report and Recommendations” for North Saanich on April Fool’s Day 2026, and that isn’t a joke. CBRE currently… Continue reading
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As Carney and Eby bail out reckless development industry with billions of dollars of public funds, WorkBC has retired its Cost of Living Calculator.
As Carney and Eby bail out reckless development industry with billions of dollars of public funds, WorkBC has retired its Cost of Living Calculator. By Sasha Izard June 21, 2026 ————————————————————————————————— The news is in, and while the development industry… Continue reading
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Saanich Staff are attempting to enter into a multi-year agreement to hand over hundreds of thousands of dollars to the South Island Prosperity Partnership (SIPP) under the guise of “delegated authority”.
Saanich Staff are attempting to enter into a multi-year agreement to hand over hundreds of thousands of dollars to the South Island Prosperity Partnership (SIPP) under the guise of “delegated authority”. By Sasha IzardJune 16, 2026 ————————————————————————————————— Recently, I wrote… Continue reading
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$700+ FOI regarding Victoria City Manager’s Office and the UDI, reveals conversation that led to close to $2000 Nashville trip for City employee to spend time with developers.
$700+ FOI regarding Victoria City Manager’s Office and the UDI, reveals conversation that led to close to $2000 Nashville trip for City employee to spend time with developers. By Sasha IzardJune 2, 2026 ————————————————————————————————— Last fall, I wrote the following… Continue reading
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What is the Pacific NorthWest Economic Region? (PNWER) and what are its connections to big oil?
What is the Pacific NorthWest Economic Region? (PNWER) and what are its connections to big oil? By Sasha IzardMay 28, 2026 ————————————————————————————————– Last week, I wrote the following article: In 2020, Saanich made a “5 year membership agreement” for close… Continue reading
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The UDI Edmonton Metro has rebranded itself.
The UDI Edmonton Metro has rebranded itself. The UDI Edmonton Metro has rebranded as BILD Edmonton Metro. BILD Edmonton Metro is a merger of the UDI Edmonton Metro and the Canadian Homebuilders Association Edmonton Region, an amalgamation of industry influence… Continue reading
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