

Karen Stintz
Former Toronto city councillor and past chair of the TTC, currently vice president of finance and operations at the Canadian Council for Rehabilitation and Work, offering commentary on transit and municipal matters.
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Jan 8, 2026 • 40min
Party for Two - Toronto budget 2026 - Blacklock's report - Legroom on airplanes
Karen Stintz, a former Toronto city councillor and current VP at the Canadian Council for Rehabilitation and Work, critiques Olivia Chow's tax proposals, emphasizing the affordability crisis. Political reporter Brian Lilley highlights recent municipal tax hikes and questions the future of city finances and potential new taxes. Tom Korski from Blacklock's delves into how tariffs are affecting Canadian households and critiqued federal housing policy. The discussion wraps with a light-hearted look at WestJet legroom complaints, sparking debate on flight comfort.

Jan 19, 2026 • 30min
Party for Two - Inflation - Transit
Karen Stintz, former Toronto city councillor and transit advocate, joins Amanda Lang, CTV News chief financial correspondent, to discuss pressing urban and economic issues. Stintz argues for platform doors on the Ontario Line to enhance safety and reduce track intrusions. Lang highlights inflation's rise to 2.4% and the impacts of skyrocketing grocery prices amid supply issues. They also delve into the implications of public sector growth and city regulations that affect local communities, offering listeners a deep dive into transit troubles and economic realities.


