Don Iveson, Mayor of Edmonton, during the Affordable Housing Summit 2016

The transcript discusses leveraging land with private sector support, highlighting the potential of collaboration among mayors, housing sector leaders, and government. It emphasizes the local nature of politics and the impact of inadequate housing and health policies on cities like Edmonton. An example of a health care challenge in the inner city is shared, illustrating the business case for addressing these issues.

What is the main focus of the first section regarding urban development?

• Increasing taxes for urban projects

• Leveraging land with private sector support

• Building new infrastructure

• Reducing government involvement

Who are the key players mentioned in the first section that can contribute to urban development?

• Private sector only

• International organizations

• Mayors, housing sector leaders, NGOs, urban planners, and government entities

• Only government officials

Why do mayors have to deal with housing and healthcare issues according to the second section?

• They are trained healthcare professionals

• They have excess funding for these sectors

• They have to manage the implications of inadequate policies

• They are directly responsible for these sectors

What real-life example is used in the third section to illustrate the impact of inadequate policies?

• A new housing project

• A residential school survivor with mental health challenges

• An international conference on urban planning

• A successful healthcare reform

What is highlighted as a reason for improving policies in the third section?

• To increase government control

• To create more jobs

• To reduce taxes

• To present a business case for better policy