I've just read through the comments and wanted to put in my 2 cents.

I find it odd that despite the massive influx of condo development and densification that we have all witnessed over the past decade or two, we are seeing such massive inflation in property taxes.   It would be great if the Globe and Mail could shine a light on this.   Let's see the number and the facts - total property tax revenues (perhaps analyzed by type or 'class' of dwelling - business, single family residential, condo, etc.) versus spending on the key areas that these revenues are funding (schools, roads, etc.).    Something is flawed somewhere and it would help to see the facts presented by someone independent and objective - showing a balanced view.  What is really driving the need to increase property taxes?  Sure, the cost of services go up, but it sounds like a spending issue or inequity in how the tax revenues are being split or how the cost of infrastructure spending is being funded.  Show us the facts.