From June 6 to 13, Public Markets Week spotlights Toronto’s more than 160 public markets, which support more than 4,000 urban and rural entrepreneurs. From farmers’ markets to flea markets, Indigenous-led specialty markets and community fresh food markets, these spaces are vital hubs of entrepreneurship, innovation and local resilience.
Ready, set, bike! Every June, the City of Toronto and neighbouring municipalities encourage people of all skill levels to discover the joy of cycling by participating in free local events, attending informational webinars and, of course, getting out for a ride. Join us on Thursday, June 4 for the Bike to Work Day kickoff event with Cycle Toronto, and discover other ways to participate at toronto.ca/BikeMonth.
Celebrate 10 years of unforgettable live performance at TO Live with a season filled with world-class artists, breathtaking dance, contemporary circus, jazz, theatre, and once-in-a-lifetime experiences. This year’s lineup features internationally celebrated artists and companies including Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater, Cirque du Soleil, Joshua Redman Quartet, Silkroad Ensemble, and many more.
Join your neighbours for a fun, sustainable yard sale right in the heart of the Canary District! With the broad sidewalk and many artworks, our Front Street Promenade--between Cooperage Street and Bayview Avenue--is always a great place to stroll on a weekend, but this weekend will be extra special! Three blocks of more than 40 tables bursting with new, gently used, and handcrafted items for sale by Canary District neighbours. Browse the merch, connect with others, and enjoy a great day outside.
Early local Registration allows eligible residents living near Free Centres to register one week ahead of the general registration start date. Eligible residents can register for Summer programs as of May 26 at 7:00am.
The Toronto District School Board (TDSB) Learn4Life Summer 2026 session is now open! Learn4Life provides engaging and affordable courses for adults 18+, including: language classes, arts and fitness, technology, professional development, and general interest courses. Classes are designed to support lifelong learning, skill building, and community connection in a welcoming environment.
Join the Federation of Metro Tenants and learn about your rights under the law, meet other tenant leaders and strategize to take action against bad landlords! Tenants and Tenant Association leaders in Toronto are welcome to come to the Tenant School on May 30. This is an intensive training with classes taught by lawyers and community advocates.
A new mural is coming to Central Neighbourhood House, and we need your feedback! In response to community feedback, the site for the mural–a project from my 2024 Participatory Budgeting exercise–has been moved from 237 Gerrard Street East to Central Neighbourhood House (349 Ontario Street), which offers a larger canvas.
Please fill out this survey to provide feedback on the mural location and theme.
You might not know it from the recent rollercoaster of weather, but spring has arrived in Toronto. Hot on its heels, our first Environment Day is happening at Allan Gardens on May 10, the Underpass Park Farmers' Market is opening May 14, and patio season begins right around the Victoria Day weekend. Let’s get out, enjoy our open spaces, support local businesses, and celebrate the warmer weather!
The pedestrianization of two blocks of Church Street this summer is a major initiative that I have been working on with the Church-Wellesley Business Improvement Area. From June 19 - August 21, Church Street will be pedestrianized between Wellesley Street East and Alexander Street. To date, over 2,200 people have signed a petition in support of this, and I invite you to add your support by visiting the Toronto Centre Projects website.
As we welcome spring, I’m filled with hope for what we can build together - stronger schools, stronger communities, and a brighter future for every student.
Bill 101 passed Third Reading on May 6, 2026. Bill 101, Putting Student Achievement First Act, 2026 is a significant restructurings of Ontario’s education system. It will directly affect how families and communities are represented and how decisions are made in our schools.
An exciting part of Victoria Day and Canada Day festivities, fireworks also have potential to cause serious injury. In Toronto, you are only allowed to set off consumer fireworks without a permit on Victoria Day (May 18 this year) and Canada Day on your own private property until 11:00pm. On all other days, you need a permit. Before celebrating with fireworks, it’s important to know when and where they are allowed, how to use them safely and how to dispose of them correctly.
From 11:00pm on Friday, May 8 until 5:00am on Monday, May 11, the Don Valley Parkway (DVP) will be closed from Hihgway 401 to the Jarvis Street exit on the Gardiner Expressway for maintenance, cleaning and inspection. During the closure, City road crews, engineers and contractors will conduct road resurfacing, crack sealing, replace guardrails, repair lighting and signage, repaint lane markings and more.