Toronto improving road safety by retrofitting City vehicles

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Toronto – Mayor Olivia Chow was joined by Councillor Paula Fletcher (Toronto-Danforth) and City of Toronto staff to provide an update on staff recommendations for the feasibility of side guards on City of Toronto heavy-duty vehicles.   Side guards are protective railings or bars mounted on the sides of large trucks between the axles to help prevent individuals from being pulled …

Toronto moves forward with renewed approach to tackle climate change

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Toronto – Toronto City Council adopted a series of actions to mitigate the effects of greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions and achieve net-zero emissions by 2040 in Toronto, as outlined in the staff report, “Toronto’s Climate Change Readiness: Updates on commitments and a refreshed mandate for coordinating resilience activities.” The staff report also includes the first Annual TransformTO Net Zero Progress …

Toronto approves new bikeways for safe cycling routes 

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Toronto – Toronto City Council approved the Cycling Network Plan – 2023 Cycling Infrastructure Installation – Third Quarter Updates report, which will add new bikeways in several parts of the city and improve two existing bikeways. These projects will improve safety and mobility by providing improved cycling connections to transit, parks, schools, businesses and residences. These projects also include important …

Toronto brings 17 new inductees into Sport Hall of Honour

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Toronto – The City of Toronto held its sixth annual Toronto Sport Hall of Honour induction ceremony last night at the Toronto Pan Am Sports Centre to honour 17 new inductees. City Manager Paul Johnson and General Manager, Parks, Forestry and Recreation, Janie Romoff congratulated inductees for their achievements and contributions to sport excellence in Toronto. The following are this …