Urban Development Institute Annual Report 2023-2024

The Urban Development Institute's 2023-2024 Annual Report reflects a year of dynamic change and dedicated advocacy. This report showcases UDI's proactive engagement with government actions at both provincial and federal levels, focusing on shaping a supportive development landscape. Key achievements include intensive work on five new pieces of Provincial housing legislation, effective collaboration with municipal partners, and the expansion of Federal advocacy efforts to address the housing crisis. Furthermore, the report highlights continued membership growth and details the extensive programming tailored to members for ongoing connection and education within the industry.

As we reflect on the challenges

and opportunities of the past year,

it is evident that the housing crisis

continues to be a pressing issue

affecting our communities. With all

levels of government actively crafting

new policies to address this crisis, the

landscape of housing development

and affordability is evolving at an

unprecedented rate. UDI Capital

Region has maintained a robust

presence in advocating for policies,

actively engaging in a diverse array

of initiatives aimed at shaping the

industry’s future. Our commitment

to fostering productive dialogues

with all levels of government has led

to positive outcomes, as we continue

to collaborate on issues of shared

significance.

Amidst these efforts, education

remains central to our endeavours,

and we are pleased to highlight the

success of our latest iteration of

our Real Estate Development (RED)

Management Certificate Program,

now finishing its third year. This

program has played a pivotal role

in equipping industry professionals

with the expertise needed to navigate

the intricate landscape of real estate

development.

Looking forward, the Capital Region

chapter of UDI remains committed to

supporting its members and promoting

the development community’s

interests. With a refreshed focus

and strong resilience, we are ready

to address upcoming challenges

and seize opportunities, confident in

our capacity to bring about positive

transformations and advancements in

real estate development.

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UDI Capital Region Overview

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