Toronto – Mayor Olivia Chow together with Justin Trudeau, Prime Minister, Chrystia Freeland, Deputy Prime Minister, and Sean Fraser, Minister of Housing, Infrastructure and Communities, announced the allocation of $471 million in funding through the Housing Accelerator Fund (HAF), which will result in achieving an additional 11,780 homes in Toronto on top of what has already been projected over the …
Toronto’s New Year celebrations return to waterfront
Toronto – The City of Toronto is gearing up to host the biggest fireworks display in Canada to ring in 2024. On Sunday, December 31 at midnight, residents and visitors to Toronto are invited to countdown to the New Year and witness a free 10-minute, high-altitude fireworks show synchronized to music, visible from anywhere with a view of the city’s …
Toronto approves new ways to generate growth under Night Economy
Toronto – Toronto City Council approved three staff reports with recommendations that activate night culture in new ways and give a boost to the City of Toronto’s Night Economy. This work will support the evolving needs of businesses and inspire broader use of social, cultural, and recreational facilities. The reports provide an approach to reclassify bars, restaurants and entertainment venues, …
Toronto approves CaféTO program improvements
Toronto – Toronto City Council approved changes and improvements to the CaféTO curb lane program that will better support restaurant operators and Business Improvement Areas (BIA), improve the experience for people dining and get more cafés in place sooner to allow for a longer outdoor patio season next summer. CaféTO program improvements focus on the curb lane café experience and …
Toronto opens 220 new mixed affordable rental homes in Scarborough
Toronto – Mayor Olivia Chow announced the opening of 220 new mixed affordable and supportive rental homes at Birchmount Green, a development by Birchmount Green, Inc., for low-and moderate-income households at 1236 Birchmount Rd. Mayor Chow was joined by Salma Zahid, Member of Parliament for Scarborough Centre; Councillor Michael Thompson (Scarborough Centre); Tim Neeb, President, Birchmount Green, Inc. and community …
Toronto joins global initiative to fast-track response to HIV/AIDS
Toronto – On World AIDS Day, Mayor Olivia Chow is joined by Councillor Chris Moise (Toronto Centre), Chair of the Board of Health, Medical Officer of Health Dr. Eileen de Villa, and Dr. José M. Zuniga, President and CEO of Fast-Track Cities Network, to deliver remarks and participate in a signing ceremony to formalize Toronto’s inclusion in the Fast-Track Cities …
Toronto encourages residents to participate in DonateTO hub
Toronto – the City of Toronto is celebrating Giving Tuesday by highlighting the impact of local giving and connecting residents with opportunities to give back. Occurring annually, Giving Tuesday is recognized globally as a day to emphasize the spirit of giving and inspire support for charitable causes. For the 2022 fiscal year, the City received more than 7,500 donations from …
Ontario and Toronto Reach New Deal
New deal puts Toronto on a path to growth and long-term financial sustainability TORONTO — The Government of Ontario and City of Toronto have reached a new deal that will help achieve long-term financial stability and sustainability for the city. Following 10 weeks of productive working group discussions to find collaborative solutions to the city’s operating and capital deficits, an …
Cavalcade of Lights festivities begin today at Nathan Phillips Square
Toronto – Today, the 57th annual Cavalcade of Lights presented by Desjardins Group is illuminaing Nathan Phillips Square. It features a joyous opening night celebration with free entertainment, live performances and art installations representing more than 15 communities and cultures with inspiration from Christmas, winter solstice and lantern festivals from around the world. The official lighting ceremony takes place at …
Toronto welcomes winter season by opening 40 outdoor ice rinks
Toronto- Starting today, the City of Toronto is bringing back its popular Welcome TO Winter program by opening 40 outdoor ice rinks. Over the next two weeks, the City will open more than 50 outdoor ice rinks and skating trails, offering family favourite activities including free public leisure and figure skating, shinny, ringette, instructional programs and permits for a fee. …