I'm proud to announce that you can now submit service requests for park maintenance through 311. For the longest time, many issues in parks required our office and residents reporting directly to City staff, which was not the easiest process, especially for residents who weren't already connected. Now you can use the web, mobile app or call 311 to report broken benches, full litter bins, and more to help the City keep parks clean, safe and beautiful.
The City of Toronto’s single-use bylaw to reduce the waste generated from single-use and takeaway items, such as utensils, stir sticks and condiments, shopping bags and beverage cups came into effect in March 2024. Initial audits suggest that single-use takeaway items in the garbage have decreased by 32 per cent. Toronto residents are invited to share their thoughts on expanding the bylaw through an online survey. Complete the survey by Thursday, October 16.
On September 13, I had the pleasure of joining Barry Callaghan, community members, MPP Jessica Bell , MPP Kristyn Wong-Tam and Councillor Dianne Saxe to mark the official reopening of the newly upgraded Morley Callaghan Bridge. Commonly known as the Glen Road Pedestrian Bridge, the restored pedestrian tunnel and walkway links North St. James Town with South Rosedale across the Rosedale Valley Ravine.
On Tuesday, September 30, the City of Toronto commemorates National Day for Truth and Reconciliation. It is a day to honour the children who never returned home from residential and day schools, survivors and their families. It is also an opportunity to commit to the process of reconciliation with First Nations, Inuit and Métis in Toronto and to reflect on the actions we can take to advance reconciliation.
Toronto’s biggest art event is back! This free, all-night celebration of art takes over the city from 7:00pm on Saturday, October 4 to 7:00am on Sunday, October 5. All are invited to explore how urban spaces can be reimagined, communicated and experienced through art. Expect large-scale installations, interactive exhibits and live performances across Toronto - including three curated exhibitions, projects by cultural institutions and a vibrant mix of independent works by local artists.
Did you know nearly 40 per cent of what ends up in Toronto’s residential garbage could go in the Green Bin? Every time you use your Green Bin, you’re helping to divert waste from landfill and cut down on harmful emissions.
Do you want to support decision making at the City of Toronto? Give back to your community and get involved with local government. Toronto residents are needed to sit on a range of City boards, committees and tribunals.
The City of Toronto is rehabilitating the following bridges and elevated roads near Eastern Avenue and Adelaide Street East: Eastern Avenue Bridge, Don Valley Parkway Off Ramp over Don River , Richmond Street East Bridge over King Street East, and Adelaide Street Bridge over King Street East.
Starting in October 2025, the southbound DVP off-ramp to Richmond Street will be fully closed until Spring 2026.
Toronto is a city that says “no” to all forms of discrimination and racism, including systemic racism. This year, the City asked a group of Torontonians from different communities and walks of life to explore what they have in common and what it means to belong. Because we all belong in Toronto.
Toronto is home to hundreds of bee and butterfly species that play a vital role in our ecosystem, but many are at risk due to habitat loss and climate change. Through the City’s PollinateTO program, grants of up to $5,000 are available for projects that help to create pollinator habitats in Toronto. Applications are open until Tuesday, October 21.
The City of Toronto’s Indigenous Climate Action Grant program offers up to $20,000 in funding to support Indigenous-led environmental and climate projects that help address the climate crisis. Indigenous community members, Indigenous-led grassroots groups with community projects and established non-profit initiatives/organizations (Indigenous and Non-Indigenous) are encouraged to apply by the deadline of Wednesday, October 8.
Every year I host six Neighbourhood Town Halls in the fall to provide updates to the local community and give residents a chance to ask direct questions. There are three left, one at Central Neighbourhood House on October 15, one at the 519 Community Centre on October 23 and a virtual town hall on November 4. Registration is encouraged, with details below.