I moved a motion in Council for Affordable Internet Access

Friend--

Last week, we proposed an amendment to the ConnectTO program and received unanimous support from the Council. Access to the internet is not a frivolous luxury and like many things, the price today for the internet is a barrier for many neighbours. The internet is a necessity to stay informed and connected, and creating more affordable options has been tried in other municipalities with great success. We will continue to work on this issue to help build a more accessible City for all of us. Some of this work has started and below you can see a link that directs you to current locations that offer FREE wifi in our area. 

In this newsletter, you can find:  

• ConnectTO: Affordable Internet Access in Toronto
• Working to Improve Your Neighbourhood Meetings 
• Finch West LRT Construction Notice
• New Music Program Launch at Community Music Schools of Toronto 

If you have any questions, please get in touch with me at 416 338 5335 or [email protected]. My team is here to support you.

Sincerely, 

City Councillor
Ward 7, Humber- River Black Creek

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Finch West LRT Open House

Thank you to the Finch West LRT team for stopping by our office last week and answering residents' concerns.

Roads & Water Meeting at St. Andre Catholic School 

Thank you to all the neighbours who participated and listened to the updates from the transportation department about road resurfacing. For more information, you can visit: https://www.anthonyperruzza.com/water_roads 

Sam Russo Memorial Dedication

Attended the touching Memorial Dedication for Sam Russo this Saturday. A heartfelt tribute to an incredible individual who will always be remembered fondly.

ConnectTO Program Update: City Assets for Efficiency and Connectivity 

With every year access to the internet becomes less of a luxury and more of a necessity. That is why I moved a motion that explores bringing more affordable internet access through independent providers to residents in the Ward in the not too distant future. 

Currently, there are 14 city-operated locations in our ward that offer FREE wifi for you to access. Click here to find the nearest location to you.

Working to Improve Your Neighbourhood

Along with my team and City staff, I will visit local neighbourhoods around the ward to ask for your feedback on the local road resurfacing projects happening on your streets. 

Our next meetings will happen on: 

• October 25th at St Francis de Sales Catholic School (333 Firgrove Cres) from 6 pm to 7 pm. I am inviting residents from Pelican, Blaney, Picaro, Firgrove, Petiole, and Blossom to join us.  
• October 26th at John Booth Memorial Arena (230 Gosford Blvd) from 6 pm to 7 pm. I am inviting residents from Wheelwright, Bimini, Ruthmar, Wheatsheaf, and Stong to join us.

Finch West LRT Notice

From Oct 28th to Oct 30th there will be a temporary closure on Hwy 400 West South Bound Ramp at Finch Ave W. due to the Finch West LRT construction.

New Music Program Launch at Community Music Schools of Toronto

The Community Music Schools of Toronto - Jane Finch Branch, is launching a new program beginning on October 25th called Song 2 Studio. 

In this program, high school students will come together weekly to work on creating an album from idea to final product. This will be a really special opportunity for students interested in all aspects of music creation to come together to use their creativity to produce an album. 

DAY: Wednesdays

TIME: 6-8pm

LOCATION: CMST Jane Finch, 1725 Finch Ave W (beside York Woods Library)

REGISTRATION:  Contact [email protected] or call 416-364-8900 x22