Toronto – The City of Toronto released a staff report “Generational Transformation of Toronto’s Housing System to Urgently Build More Affordable Homes”, which charts a way forward to transform Toronto’s housing system and improve housing outcomes for low- and middle-income Torontonians. The actions outlined in the report are necessary to restore housing affordability after decades of insufficient government investments across …
Let’s Go Raptors! Toronto to raise Raptors flag ahead of Season Opener
Toronto – It’s time for Toronto to alley-oop and slam dunk as the Toronto Raptors play their home opener against the Minnesota Timberwolves at 7:30pm today, October at Scotiabank Arena. To celebrate, the City of Toronto will host an in-person flag-raising ceremony at Courtesy flagpole, Podium Roof, Toronto City Hall, 100 Queen Street W. The ceremony will include raising the …
Toronto releases 2023/24 Winter Services Plan for homeless
Toronto – The City of Toronto released its 2023/24 Winter Services Plan, outlining how it will support those experiencing homelessness during the winter months including expanding capacity in shelters, activating four Warming Centres and opening a 24-hour respite site. Through these measures – plus new homes available for occupancy through the winter – more than 650 spaces will be created. …
TPH launches ‘Fight Flu & Covid-19’ vaccination campaign
Toronto – Toronto Public Health (TPH) has kicked off its annual campaign to combat COVID-19 and influenza (flu) in anticipation of a surge in respiratory illnesses this Fall. In an effort to protect some of the City’s most vulnerable residents, TPH is now offering Covid-19 vaccines at its fixed-site vaccination clinics. More than 4,250 new appointments have been added for …
Toronto celebrates 50th Anniversary of Scarborough Civic Centre
Toronto – The City of Toronto celebrated the 50th anniversary of the Scarborough Civic Centre. Opened on June 29, 1973, by Queen Elizabeth II, the Scarborough Civic Centre is considered an architectural marvel, designed by the renowned Canadian architect Raymond Moriyama. The event recognized the centre’s legacy as the first planned town centre in North America, and was attended by …
Toronto Ravine Days return
Toronto – Ravine Days, the annual city-wide celebration of Toronto’s ravine system, will take place from Saturday, September 30 to Monday, October 9 to build awareness about Toronto’s unique ravine system through free, City-led and community-driven events and self-guided activities. Ravine Days, held annually since 2017, recognize and celebrate the importance of Toronto’s system of ravines, streams and creeks. Toronto …
Toronto releases update on HousingTO 2020-2030 Action Plan
Toronto – The City of Toronto released its HousingTO 2022-2023 Update report highlighting progress made toward implementing the 10-Year HousingTO 2020-2030 Action Plan (HousingTO Plan). The report focuses on the progress made across the HousingTO Plan’s key strategic priorities: Advancing a human rights-based approach to housing Increasing the supply of affordable and supportive homes Protecting the existing supply of homes …
A New Working Deal for Toronto
Premier Doug Ford and Mayor Olivia Chow Agree to New-Deal Working Group to Achieve Long-Term Stability and Sustainability for Toronto’s Finances TORONTO — Premier Doug Ford and Mayor Olivia Chow agreed to a new-deal working group with a mandate to achieve long-term stability and sustainability of Toronto’s finances. “Toronto’s deep financial challenges are no longer sustainable,” said Premier Doug Ford. …
Toronto funds climate action with 6th green bond
Toronto – The City of Toronto has issued a $100 million green bond to help finance transformative climate action projects with an all-in cost of 4.972 per cent. The transaction is a reopening of the green bond originally issued in November 2022 and brings the total to $400 million. This marks the sixth time the City has issued a green …
Toronto recognized as Canada’s first ‘Best Workplace for Commuters’
Toronto – The City of Toronto has been recognized as Canada’s first ‘Best Workplace for Commuters’ for supporting and encouraging employees to commute to work in sustainable ways – by transit, cycling, walking, carpooling – and also by offering hybrid work. Awarded by Best Workplaces for Commuters (BWC), a North American organization that recognizes and supports workplaces providing exceptional commuter …