Toronto – Streetcar riders travelling along the King Street Transit Priority Corridor have a faster and safer journey following the City of Toronto’s actions to enhance transit service and improve traffic management. Toronto Mayor Olivia Chow provided an update on the success of traffic management strategies along the King Street Transit Priority Corridor, which were implemented by the City in …
Toronto listens to public, adopts Noise Bylaw
Toronto – The City Council adopted updates to the Noise Bylaw, which balances the city’s vibrancy with the needs of residents and visitors and provides time restrictions and sound level limits for various types of noise. In 2023, the City reviewed the successes and challenges of implementing the Noise Bylaw, which was last updated in 2019. The review included third-party …
Toronto’s summer CampTO programs opens
Toronto – CampTO is back and registration opened at 7am on February 7, for approximately 30 types of camp programs available at more than 140 locations. The fastest and easiest way to register is on the City of Toronto’s CampTO webpage. The City is once again offering a wide variety of programs this summer for children and youth between the ages …
Toronto scores 6 matches as Fifa World Cup 26 Host City
Toronto – FIFA announced that the City of Toronto will host six matches in the FIFA World Cup 26™, kicking off on June 12, 2026, with the first-ever FIFA World Cup ™ men’s match on Canadian soil and featuring the opening match of Canada’s Men’s National Team. Toronto is also proud to host a round of 32 match on July …
Toronto celebrates Black Canadians in February
Toronto – Mayor Olivia Chow proclaimed February as Black History Month, launching the City of Toronto’s annual celebration of Black Canadians’ heritage, traditions and culture. Read the full proclamation on the City’s webpage. Black History Month recognizes the contributions of Black Canadians to education, medicine, art, culture, public service, economic development, politics, human rights and more in Toronto. 2024 marks 45 …
Toronto opens applications for CaféTO curb lane program 2024
Toronto – Toronto’s improved CaféTO curb lane program opens to local restaurant and bar owners and operators interested in expanding their dining space outdoors. For those looking to register for 2024 curb lane café permits, online applications will be accepted until Friday, March 1, with the expectation that at least 90 per cent of approved curb lane cafés will be …
Proposed 2024 Toronto Budget to increase property taxes
Toronto – The City of Toronto launched the 2024 Budget process with a staff prepared budget that protects core services and makes investments in transit, shelters and community safety. The budget aims to set the City up to achieve financial stability and sustainability through a new multi-year approach. The Budget Committee was presented with the staff prepared rate and tax-supported …
Partners for ONntario’s affordable housing projects announced
Toronto – The City of Toronto and CreateTO announced Civic Developments, Windmill Developments and Co-operative Housing Federation of Toronto as the development partners for a new housing project at 2444 Eglinton Ave. E. This housing project will deliver approximately 918 homes including 612 rent-geared-to-income (RGI), affordable and market rent-controlled co-operative homes, making it one of the largest affordable housing projects …
Roller rink fun at Union Station this winter
Toronto – Mayor Olivia Chow was seen at the roller rink fun at Union Station this winter! As part of TD Union Winter, part of the York Concourse is being transformed into a roller rink. She said: “Love infusing some fun into the city.”
Skate and celebrate with Mayor Chow this Sunday
Toronto – Mayor Olivia Chow invites Toronto residents to the outdoor ice rink at Nathan Phillips Square for the Mayor’s Annual Skating Party on Sunday, January 7. Free to all, this event gives participants an opportunity to ring in the new year with the Mayor and members of Toronto City Council. Skates will be made available for free along with …