The City of Toronto is expanding its Air Conditioner Assistance Program to help more residents stay safe and cool this summer. This year, the City will provide at least 1,000 free portable air conditioners through a draw for eligible residents, including low‑income seniors with health needs, pregnant individuals and families with infants living in apartment buildings without air conditioning.
At The Walrus Talks Power and Belonging, speakers from civic life, research institutions, culture work, and community organizing will explore how agency and voice define whether people feel they belong. How can dignity, trust, and participation be rebuilt when polarization is driving us apart? How can communities and individuals reclaim the power to make a difference?
Looking for a fun, low-key way to connect with your neighbours this spring? Come join us for an evening of games, good company, and great conversation.
Toronto Centre Board Game Night brings together community members of all ages and experience levels for a relaxed night at the table. Whether you're a seasoned strategy player, a casual gamer, or have never picked up a board game in your life, there's a spot for you.
Join us on April 16 for an evening of insight and conversation as we explore the City of Toronto's new Cultural Districts Program — an exciting initiative designed to recognize and celebrate the city's distinct cultural areas while addressing the growing challenge of shifting cultural identity.
Are you or someone you know looking to apply for Rent-Geared-to-Income (RGI) Housing, or are looking to update your information on the RGI Centralized Waiting List? Or do you know someone who needs help navigating the housing system? Come to our MyAccesstoHousingTO Housing Clinics for Ward 13 residents from April 22 to May 9, 2026 – events that we’re hosting in collaboration with Housing and Housing Help Centres.
The City’s Furnace Upgrade program supports homeowners in replacing their aging furnace with an electric heat pump. Get access to low interest financing, find available rebates and incentives, and connect with qualified contractors to make energy efficient improvements easier and more affordable.
Effective January 1, 2026, all residences with a fuel-burning appliance (such as a gas stove), fireplace or attached garage require a carbon monoxide (CO) alarm on every storey, in addition to the existing requirement of having alarms near all sleeping areas. The new rules also apply to multi-unit residential buildings such as multi-tenant houses, apartments and condominiums, as well as care facilities and certain group homes. These residences now need CO alarms in more locations, such as in all suites and some public corridors.
From foxes, to racoons, coyotes and deer, Toronto shares its landscape with wildlife every day. Seeing coyotes in the city is a normal part of urban life. As warmer weather brings more outdoor activity, learn how to safely share outdoor spaces, reduce the risk of negative encounters and protect people and pets. A few simple safety tips go a long way in protecting everyone and helping residents and pets enjoy Toronto’s shared spaces.
The City of Toronto’s CaféTO Grant provides restaurant, bar and café owners with a matching grant of up to a maximum of $7,500 covering 50 per cent of the cost of eligible improvements to patios in the curb lane, on sidewalks and on private property. Eligible businesses must apply before May 7, to be considered. Funding is limited, so apply today!
We’re at an exciting time for our waterfront - investing in a more sustainable future for Toronto. The City is renewing its aging ferry fleet with two new, fully electric vessels that will deliver increased capacity, improved accessibility and a smoother, quieter, more comfortable ride for residents and visitors travelling to and from the Toronto Islands. Now it’s your turn to help shape this exciting new chapter.
It was such an honour last month to adjudicate and co-host the 2026 TMU SPROUT Case Competition. From the early brainstorming and mentorship sessions to the final polished presentations, these undergraduate teams demonstrated that their incredibly bright minds are ready to take on the challenges facing our city.
