Toronto – Seasonal washrooms in parks across the city are opening ahead of schedule! Drinking water fountains and bottle-filling stations connected to these buildings are also being opened, with remaining drinking water sources – like standalone water fountains, bottle-filling stations and dog bowls – expected to be ready over the next four weeks. As of today, 80 per cent of …
Toronto – Mayor Olivia Chow introduced modifications to sidewalk litter bins that improve their durability and functionality, helping to keep Toronto clean. The City of Toronto is working closely with its service provider to implement effective bin enhancements that address public feedback. The enhancements were tested and monitored on four downtown bins in December 2023 and January 2024. Following the …
Toronto – The City of Toronto is engaging in multiple actions regarding dangerous dogs following the approval of new measures by Toronto City Council on Wednesday, March 20. Starting from April till next month, City staff will visit owners of all dogs who have received a dangerous dog order. There are currently 373 dangerous dog orders across the city. City staff …
Toronto – Mayor Olivia Chow announced a free mobile dental care program for the more than 2,600 residents of the 10 long-term care homes operated by the City of Toronto. Set to kick off later this month, this innovative program prioritizes the well-being and oral health of some of Toronto’s most vulnerable residents. Staffed by experienced Toronto Public Health (TPH) …
Toronto – Mayor Olivia Chow officially proclaimed National Immunization Awareness Week in Toronto. This week, Toronto Public Health (TPH) is encouraging residents to catch up on all routine and other lifesaving immunizations for which they are eligible. National Immunization Awareness Week – which coincides with the World Health Organization’s (WHO) World Immunization Week – highlights the importance of staying up …
Toronto – After a successful pilot project, Toronto City Council has endorsed the expansion of the Alcohol in Parks program that will allow residents and visitors 19 years of age and older to consume personal alcohol at the 27 pilot park locations and additional parks across the city. Later this summer, the program will be expanded to ensure that a …
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 …
New energy infrastructure will power new homes, businesses, transit and electrification TORONTO – The Government of Ontario and City of Toronto are working together to plan for the city’s growing electricity needs, driven by the work both governments are doing to build new homes, transit and attract new investments. “Building new electricity infrastructure, especially in a busy and growing city like …
Toronto – Mayor Olivia Chow and Toronto Fire Chief Matthew Pegg celebrated the graduation of 25 Fire Inspectors from a 13-week recruit training program. TFS Fire Inspectors conduct fire safety inspections, address violations, and enforce the Ontario Fire Code (OFC), in accordance with the Fire Protection and Prevention Act (FPPA) and accompanying regulations and Ontario Fire Marshal directives. The enforcement …
Toronto – Mayor Olivia Chow was joined by Councillor Shelley Carroll (Don Valley North), Chief William Romain from the Huron-Wendat Nation, Elder Valarie King from the Mississaugas of the Credit First Nation, Chief Sherri-Lyn Hill from the Six Nations of the Grand River and other distinguished guests to officially open the Ethennonnhawahstihnen’ Community Recreation Centre and Library. A significant name …
