To bridge financial and economic gaps within Toronto, Airlea proposes innovative solutions to enhance municipal funding and stimulate economic growth. This includes leveraging public-private partnerships (P3s) to develop infrastructure projects that improve the city’s landscape while boosting the local economy. By engaging private entities in public initiatives, she seeks to address funding shortfalls and ensure more effective service delivery.

Practical solutions to improve the economic disparities in Toronto include: 
 

• Expand Public-Private Partnerships (P3s) – Facilitate investment in affordable housing, transit, and community infrastructure, reducing the financial burden on municipal budgets.

• Support Small Business Growth – Introduce tax incentives, grants, and commercial rent protections for local businesses, particularly in underserved areas.

• Workforce Development & Training – Expand apprenticeship programs, vocational training, and youth employment initiatives to strengthen Toronto’s labor market.

• Modernize Municipal Revenue Streams – Advocate for progressive commercial tax structures that ease burdens on small businesses while ensuring major corporations contribute fairly.