The Tenants First – Phase 1 Implementation Plan was first reviewed by Executive Committee on June 19. The plan contains a total of 11 recommendations, of which three are key recommendations: • The creation of a new Seniors Housing and Services entity that is more directly accountable to City Council and is responsible for managing […]
Reduced emissions and community benefits anticipated as Toronto City Council adopts new climate change action plan
City Council unanimously approved Toronto’s long-term path to reduce city-wide greenhouse gas emissions by 80 per cent by 2050. The TransformTO Pathway to a Low Carbon Future report recommends ambitious strategies and long-term goals to transform Toronto’s urban systems – specifically buildings, energy, transportation and waste. The report identifies 23 strategies and three acceleration campaigns […]
Canada Day celebrations taking place across Toronto
I encourage Ward 8 residents and visitors of all ages to enjoy Canada Day in Toronto and celebrate Canada’s 150th birthday at City-organized and community events across the city. City of Toronto kicks off four-day Canada Days festival at Nathan Phillips Square with Barenaked Ladies and Buffy Sainte-Marie The free Canada Days celebration officially begins […]
CANCELLED: Movie Night
Unfortunately due to thunderstorm warnings today’s movie night has been cancelled. I apologize for the inconvenience and wish you and your family a wonderful and safe Canada Day long weekend. Please stay tuned for a possible new movie night date.
Sunrise ceremony and permanent flag installation on National Aboriginal Day at Toronto City Hall
The City of Toronto will be hosting National Aboriginal Day celebrations at Toronto City Hall on Nathan Phillips Square with a sunrise ceremony followed by a permanent flag installation of five Indigenous flags including Mississaugas of the New Credit First Nation, Six Nations, Huron-Wendat, Métis and Inuit. Mayor John Tory will read the Proclamation for […]
Black Coalition for AIDS Prevention and the City of Toronto launch educational campaign to address transphobia
The Black Coalition for AIDS Prevention (Black CAP) and the City of Toronto launched a public awareness campaign this morning to encourage Torontonians to challenge their perceptions of transgender and non-binary people – specifically trans youth of colour. The campaign was created in consultation with Black CAP’s Community Advisory Committee (CAC) which is comprised entirely […]