Renaming Lawton Parkette in Honour of Carolyn Bennett

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The decision

2026-02-19 · Toronto and East York Community Council · adopted

As filed

The Toronto and East York Community Council: 1. Adopt the renaming of Lawton Parkette at 1600 Yonge Street to "Carolyn Bennett Park".

On the agenda

As the city filed it

In July 2022, City Council adopted the City of Toronto Commemorative Framework to guide the commemorative naming and renaming of streets, City properties, and monuments. This report considers an application submitted by Ward 12 (Toronto-St. Paul's) City Councillor Josh Matlow to rename Lawton Parkette, located at 1600 Yonge Street, in honour of Dr. Carolyn Bennett. The application was reviewed collaboratively by Parks and Recreation, Economic Development and Culture, and Strategic Partnerships.

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Staff have confirmed that the proposed renaming meets the requirements of the City of Toronto Property Naming Policy and aligns with the Guiding Principles for Commemoration. Staff therefore recommend approval of the proposed name, "Carolyn Bennett Park."

Staff recommended

The General Manager, Parks and Recreation recommends that: 1. Toronto and East York Community Council adopt the renaming of Lawton Parkette at 1600 Yonge Street to "Carolyn Bennett Park".

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