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Toronto City Council · 2025-03-26 · 2025.MM28.3

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Authority to Enter into a Nominal Agreement with the Indigenous People Garden Incorporated at Paul Martel Park - by Councillor Dianne Saxe, seconded by Councillor Mike Colle

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2025-03-26 · Toronto City Council · adopted

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City Council on March 26 and 27, 2025, adopted the following: 1. City Council authorize the General Manager, Parks and Recreation, to negotiate and sign on behalf of the City a nominal fee Licence Agreement with the Indigenous People Garden Incorporated, to facilitate Indigenous participant training and gardening at Paul Martel Park, for a one-year term renewable at the General Manager's discretion for up to an additional

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two one-year terms (three years total), on terms and conditions acceptable to the General Manager, Parks and Recreation, and in a form satisfactory to the City Solicitor.

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Paul Martel Park has long been a valued green space for the local community, providing opportunities for recreation, gathering, and urban nature appreciation. Recognizing the importance of Indigenous place-keeping and cultural programming, this motion seeks to continue building the City's ongoing partnerships with Indigenous groups to enhance the park's role as a site for Indigenous-led training, gardening, and cultural education.

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This motion aligns with the City's ongoing commitments to equity, cultural recognition, and environmental sustainability, ensuring that Paul Martel Park continues to serve as a vibrant and inclusive space for all residents.

Staff recommended

Councillor Dianne Saxe, seconded by Councillor Mike Colle, recommends that: 1. City Council authorize the General Manager, Parks and Recreation, to negotiate and sign on behalf of the City a nominal fee Licence Agreement with the Indigenous People Garden Incorporated, to facilitate Indigenous participant training and gardening at Paul Martel Park, for a one-year term renewable at the General Manager's discretion for up

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to an additional two one-year terms (three years total), on terms and conditions acceptable to the General Manager, Parks and Recreation, and in a form satisfactory to the City Solicitor.

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