Ontario – Nathaniel Erskine-Smith, Minister of Housing, Infrastructure and Communities, announced a federal investment of $20 million for the Somali Centre for Culture and Recreation in Toronto through the Green and Inclusive Community Buildings program. This project will support the construction of a net-zero emissions facility that will address the needs of Toronto’s Somali community and provide social, cultural and recreational services …
Toronto – Mayor Olivia Chow, on behalf of Toronto City Council, has officially proclaimed Black Mental Health Week in Toronto from today until Sunday, March 9. This year’s theme of “Joy as Resistance” highlights the transformative power of joy and resilience in combatting the systemic impacts of anti-Black racism. Joy will be observed as a celebration of identity, community and …
Toronto – The City of Toronto received a “No-Board” report from the Ontario Ministry of Labour, Immigration, Training & Skills Development as part of the ongoing collective bargaining process with the Canadian Union of Public Employees (CUPE) Local 79, the union representing the City’s 27,000 inside workers. The “No-Board” Report means that the union will be in a legal strike …
Toronto – Toronto Public Health (TPH) is releasing data related to the deaths of people experiencing homelessness in an updated interactive dashboard. TPH has reported on this data since 2017, with this update incorporating data from the Office of the Chief Coroner for Ontario (OCC) that was not previously available. These numbers summarize death investigations among people identified as experiencing …
Ontario— Despite attempts to work out a deal that would see the federal and provincial governments work collaboratively to support the most vulnerable people in our communities, Ontario and Saskatchewan were not able to agree in time to deliver funding before the winter. As a result, the federal government worked directly with key cities in these provinces. Today, the federal …
Toronto – the City of Toronto is expanding its Administrative Penalty System (APS) to to make it easier, more convenient and accessible to dispute Automated Speed Enforcement (ASE) and Red-Light Camera (RLC) violations. Vehicle owners who receive an ASE or RLC violation that occurred on or after Monday, January 20 can dispute the violation online at toronto.ca/aps. In 2017, the City, as …
City of Toronto’s Earl Bales Ski and Snowboard Centre is now open for the season for residents and visitors to enjoy. The season starts today and – weather permitting – runs through Sunday, March 16. The City is pleased to offer equipment rentals for both lesson participants and those eager to hit the slopes independently, whether skiing or snowboarding. The daily operation …
Toronto – As part of its ongoing commitment to engage residents and gather input on the 2025 Budget, the City of Toronto is offering multiple opportunities to participate: Speak to the Budget Committee Residents are encouraged to share their feedback with the Budget Committee in person or by video conference on Tuesday, January 21 and Wednesday, January 22. Public meetings will …
Toronto – From traditional day camp experiences to sports, arts, indoor, outdoor and nature-based activities, the City of Toronto is excited to offer an extensive lineup of summer programs for children and youth ages four to 16. With more than 30 types of camp programs at more than 140 locations, residents can now better prepare for next month’s city-wide registration …
Toronto – City of Toronto staff will update Toronto City Council on the outcomes of the call for applications for the Purpose-Built Rental Housing Incentives stream. This transformative initiative aims to unlock 20,000 new rental homes including up to 16,000 purpose-built rental homes and a minimum of 4,000 affordable rental homes, enabling construction to start by the end of 2026. …
