Toronto City Council
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BL41.1adopted
Introduction of General Bills and Confirming Bills
City Council will introduce General Bills and Confirming Bills.
City Council on May 20 and 21, 2026 passed By-laws 466-2026 to 547-2026, subject to Section 226.9 of the City of Toronto Act, 2006.
CC41.1amended
In recent years, the City of Toronto has dramatically expanded where and how we allow more housing to be built. We now permit multiplexes, garden and laneway suites, and six-storey apartment buildings on Major Streets in neighbourhoods, with more to come. We have also expanded financial incentives to help make it more affordable to build, including waivers of development charges and park levies for up to six units plus a garden or laneway suite on a single parcel of land. As uptake of Missing Middle housing grows, I recently met with a group of multiplex planners, architects, and builders, along with key City staff, to discuss further operational measures the City could take to make it easier and cheaper to build more housing options in our neighbourhoods. In addition to recommendations in my letter ( PH30.12 - Making It Easier to Build Multiplexes ) adopted by Planning and Housing Committee on May 7, 2026, these recommendations relate to items that emerged from these discussions. Extending Development Charge Incentives to Condominium Multiplexes In July 2025, Council adopted Item MM32.5 - Creating More Affordable Housing Options in Our Neighbourhoods , which increased the maximum number of units on a single lot that may be exempt from development charges to six units in the primary building, plus one additional garden or laneway suite provided it is subject to a Development Charges Deferral Agreement. Through the Laneway and Garden Suite Development Charges Deferral Program, applicants may enter into a Development Charges Deferral Agreement with the City. This agreement defers the development charge owing on the garden or laneway suite for up to 20 years, after which it is fully forgiven. The purpose of this motion is to clarify that new applications to the Laneway and Garden Suite Development Charges Deferral Program are treated consistently, regardless of whether the unit is rental or ownership tenure, provided the lot is not severed. While virtually all garden or laneway suites in the city to date are in rental tenure, there are a limited number of ownership examples as part of a condominiumized multiplex. Much like with high-rise condominiums, multiplex condominiums can create a path for home ownership, and in many cases can represent ideal "starter homes", allowing owners to build equity over time. Ontario Building Code Line-by-Line Review In March 2026, the Ontario government launched a comprehensive line-by-line review of the Ontario Building Code. The purpose of this review is to modernize construction standards, while maintaining safety. The City of Toronto has an interest in conveying recommendations to the panel to support streamlining approvals and providing clarity for designers, builders and other stakeholders engaged in housing construction in Toronto. For example: - in the recent meeting convened by my office with multiplex stakeholders, we discussed how greater clarity in the Ontario Building Code on matters such as non-combustible exterior wall construction would improve predictability, uphold life-safety objectives, and support more efficient approvals and delivery of much needed housing; and - the City has also developed generic compliance options to streamline the approvals process for fire access requirements for Laneway and Garden suites. However, the Province has not yet provided a broader range of fire access options for designers and builders to comply with the Ontario Building Code requirements that apply to these housing types. The line-by-line review also provides an opportunity for the Province to adopt regulations to establish a proactive building condition evaluation program, to compel owners to maintain and regularly inspect their buildings, and consideration of a mechanism that would allow standardized or repeatable Alternative Solutions, where appropriate, to be applied across multiple sites with similar conditions, reducing duplication while maintaining rigorous technical review.
City Council on May 20 and 21, 2026, adopted the following: 1. City Council approve the new General Terms of the Secondary Dwelling Unit Development Charge Deferral Program set out in Attachment 1 to the report (May 12, 2026) from the Mayor. 2. City Council authorize the Executive Director, Housing Secretariat and the City Solicitor to take all necessary steps to implement City Council's decision. 3. City Council request the Chief Building Official and Executive Director, Toronto Building to engage with the Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing to provide recommendations for consideration by the advisory panel overseeing the Ontario Building Code review on opportunities to streamline the Ontario Building Code. 4. City Council request the Toronto Hydro board to request the Chief Executive Officer, Toronto Hydro to provide a report and presentation to the Executive Committee as part of the June 2026 Toronto Hydro Annual General Meeting that includes a comprehensive action plan to advance measures within Toronto Hydro's control over the following 12 months to make it faster and more affordable to build multi-unit housing in Toronto.
Staff recommendation as filed
The Mayor recommends that: 1. City Council approve the new General Terms of the Secondary Dwelling Unit Development Charge Deferral Program set out in Attachment 1 to this report. 2. City Council authorize the Executive Director, Housing Secretariat and the City Solicitor to take all necessary steps to implement City Council's decision. 3. City Council request the Chief Building Official and Executive Director, Toronto Building engage with the Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing to provide recommendations for consideration by the advisory panel overseeing the Ontario Building Code review on opportunities to streamline the Ontario Building Code.
DM41.1amended
Payment of Legal Expenses Related to an Integrity Commissioner Investigation
The purpose of this report is for Council, in accordance with the Members of Council Operations Policy, to consider approving the reimbursement of legal fees incurred by Councillor Moise in relation to the recent Integrity Commissioner investigation.
City Council on May 20 and 21, 2026, adopted the following: 1. City Council approve the reimbursement of legal expenses of 50 percent of the total expenses less the amount that has already been reimbursed, net of Harmonized Sales Tax recovery plus any interest owing to the law firm retained by Councillor Chris Moise to assist him in responding to the Integrity Commissioner's investigation. 2. City Council amend the payment-of-cost protocol for Integrity Commissioner investigations by: a. deleting the $5,000 threshold; and b. eliminating the requirement for the Integrity Commissioner to elect to use their powers of a commission as a condition for reimbursement for expenses.
Staff recommendation as filed
The City Clerk recommends that: 1. City Council approve the reimbursement of legal expenses of $20,807.61 net of Harmonized Sales Tax recovery plus any interest owing to the law firm retained by Councillor Chris Moise to assist him in responding to the Integrity Commissioner's investigation.
IA41.1referred
Councillor Jamaal Myers, Ward 23, Scarborough North, has submitted the following Administrative Inquiry: I am submitting this Administrative Inquiry under Municipal Code S27-7.11 to clarify the City's response to the Chief Procurement Officer and Director of Internal Auditor's report about the lack of invoices from Metrolinx about work done on SmartTrack (AU 12.4, "Future Contract Considerations for SmartTrack and Other Capital Project Agreements"). Since the inception of the SmartTrack project in 2018 the Chief Procurement Officer and Director of Internal Auditor's report notes that "despite best efforts" no invoices have been received by the city for work done, but that there have been approximately $184 million of costs incurred that are payable from the City's portion of the funds dedicated to the project. This, the report further states, has a number of risk implications for the City given the sizeable payments apparently due to Metrolinx, which will deliver SmartTrack on behalf of the City. At its meeting on May 1, 2026, the Audit Committee also heard from City staff that since 2018, staff have made monthly requests to Metrolinx for these invoices and that "Metrolinx has not been able to provide us with the information, the invoices to date." Understanding the City's portion of the SmartTrack costs is further complicated by Metrolinx's use of contractors to deliver its own Go Expansion as well as delivering the SmartTrack stations project. Metrolinx does not distinguish between contracts with contractors who are delivering SmartTrack station and other components of GO expansion, and the work is often done within the same contracts. This means that the City is at risk of potentially paying for costs not properly incurred by the delivery of the SmartTrack program. Delineating between the two may be difficult as the work now spans eight years. The City is attempting to mitigate this risk by requesting "a detailed rationale for costs," and supporting documentation to substantiate the costs being billed. Given that the City does not have the capacity to audit a provincial agency, like Metrolinx: 1. Can staff please give City Council the exact dates from 2018 to present at which staff contacted Metrolinx about the outstanding invoices regarding SmartTrack? Staff had indicated at the Audit Committee, that they had made such enquiries once per month. 2. Can staff please give City Council Metrolinx's rationale for not being able to provide the information and/or invoices to such requests? 3. Can staff please confirm that they have approached Metrolinx through the Steering Committee or the Finance Working Group or through the Transit Partnership Meetings to ask for the SmartTrack invoices, the detailed rationale, and the documentation necessary for audit purposes? 4. If confirmed, can staff please provide the date such request was made and the response from Metrolinx regarding the latest ask for invoices and the documentation necessary for audit purposes? 5. Can staff please provide to City Council a detailed description of the dispute resolution process identified in the SmartTrack Main Agreement if discrepancies arise between the City's estimates and Metrolinx's invoices for SmartTrack costs once the three-tiered process for reviewing invoices is completed (staff indicated that they first do a staff review, then use a "cost consultant" to independently review the invoices for the SmartTrack stations, and finally this is reviewed by the Executive Director, Transit Expansion)? 6. Can staff please confirm that since May 1 that the City's estimate for $186 million for costs related to SmartTrack are still current and if there is any variation, has an invoice been issued for such variance?
City Council on May 20 and 21, 2026, referred Administrative Inquiry IA41.1 from Councillor Jamaal Myers, Ward 23, Scarborough North, regarding SmartTrack Invoicing, and Answer IA41.1a from the Executive Director, Transit Expansion to the Audit Committee for consideration.
MM41.1adopted
The Common Table Drop-In Program is a grassroots community effort run each weekday morning in the basement of the Church of the Redeemer, a registered charity. Volunteers and donors feed and look after approximately 500 homeless individuals in the Yorkville area. The program offers two meals a day, toiletry supplies, basic health care services and housing referrals. The program also provides social and creative activities, psychotherapy, a membership card, support groups and more, and assists and encourages its clients to be good neighbours to the surrounding community. The Common Table gets no funding from the city but enjoys financial and other support from the Yorkville residential and business community. A number of the volunteers and clients have mobility limitations, and food and other supplies have to be delivered to the basement. Accessible passenger access to the basement is currently provided only by an outmoded and unreliable freight elevator, which frequently traps passengers for an hour or more. A Section 37 contribution of $150,000, combined with funds from the host church, will allow this essential infrastructure to be upgraded to provide dignified and reliable access to this program.
City Council on May 20 and 21, 2026, adopted the following: 1. City Council increase the 2026 Operating Budget for Non-Program on a one-time basis by $150,000 gross, $0 net, fully funded by Section 37 funds obtained from the development at 11 to 25 Yorkville Avenue and 16 to 18 Cumberland Street (Source Account: XR3026-3701193), secured for community space, to upgrade the elevator at 162 Bloor Street West for the use of the Common Table (Cost Centre: NP2161). 2. City Council direct that the $150,000 be forwarded to the Church of the Redeemer upon signing of an undertaking by the Church of the Redeemer that governs the use of the funds and the financial reporting requirements.
Staff recommendation as filed
Councillor Dianne Saxe, seconded by Councillor Mike Colle, recommends that: 1. City Council increase the 2026 Operating Budget for Non-Program on a one-time basis by $150,000 gross, $0 net, fully funded by Section 37 funds obtained from the development at 11 to 25 Yorkville Avenue and 16 to 18 Cumberland Street (Source Account: XR3026-3701193), secured for community space, to upgrade the elevator at 162 Bloor Street West for the use of the Common Table (Cost Centre: NP2161). 2. City Council direct that the $150,000 be forwarded to the Church of the Redeemer upon signing of an undertaking by the Church of the Redeemer that governs the use of the funds and the financial reporting requirements.
RM41.1adopted
- O Canada - Moment of Silence
CALL TO ORDER: 9:39 a.m. Speaker Nunziata took the Chair and called the Members to order. The meeting opened with O Canada. May 20, 2026 Members of Council observed a moment of silence in memory of: Sean Michael Dodds Daniel Stopnicki Kurt Walter Hering Safia Parveen, and Hyacinth Clarine Sulph Speaker Nunziata addressed Council as follows: I would like to take a moment on behalf of Council to acknowledge the Indigenous Peoples of all the lands that we are on today. We do this to reaffirm our commitment and responsibility in improving relationships between nations and to deepening our own understanding of Indigenous peoples and their cultures. It is a moment to reflect on the importance of this land, which we each call home. We acknowledge the land we are meeting on is the traditional territory of many nations, including the Mississaugas of the Credit, the Anishnabeg, the Chippewa, the Haudenosaunee and the Wendat peoples and is now home to many diverse First Nations, Inuit and Métis peoples. We also acknowledge that Toronto is covered by Treaty 13 with the Mississaugas of the Credit, and the Williams Treaties signed with multiple Mississaugas and Chippewa bands. Speaker Nunziata advised Council of the following: For the benefit of those who are connected to the internet, the City Clerk has posted all of the agenda materials for today's meeting at toronto.ca/council . May 21, 2026 Members of Council observed a moment of silence in memory of: Rabbi Arthur Bielfeld Marion Angela Magloire, and Bishop Chester Alexander Searles
CC41.2adopted
Ombudsman Toronto 2025 Annual Report
Pursuant to section 173(2) of the City of Toronto Act, 2006, and the Toronto Municipal Code, Chapter 3, the Ombudsman is required to submit an annual report on the activities of his office directly to City Council.
City Council on May 20 and 21, 2026, adopted the following: 1. City Council receive the Ombudsman Toronto 2025 Annual Report for information.
Staff recommendation as filed
The Ombudsman recommends that: 1. City Council receive the Ombudsman Toronto 2025 Annual Report, for information.
DM41.2amended
On March 30th, 2026, Ontario's Minister of Municipal Affairs and Housing introduced Bill 98, Building Homes and Improving Transportation Infrastructure Act, 2026, and on April 14, 2026, the legislation passed Second Reading. Schedule 4 of Bill 98 will enact the Fare Alignment and Seamless Transit Act, 2026, which enables the Minister of Transportation to exercise sweeping powers over service and fare policies to further integrate transit in the region. Consultation may commence as early as May 2026 on proposals under this new legislation. The Toronto Transit Commission's mission is to "serve the needs of transit riders by providing a safe, reliable, efficient and accessible mass public transit service through a seamless integrated network to create access to opportunity for everyone." The Toronto Transit Commission's role providing transit that keeps Toronto moving is integral to our city's economy and the lives of people who rely on the Toronto Transit Commission to get around. The ability for the Toronto Transit Commission to make decisions about service and fares are fundamental to our ability to deliver transit services that meet the needs of Torontonians and our city's goals for transportation, congestion, and climate outcomes. These decisions are made by the Toronto Transit Commission Board through the Annual Network Plan, Operating and Capital Budgets, and other plans and strategies, which are informed by community input and considered at public meetings. Bill 98, Building Homes and Improving Transportation Infrastructure Act, 2026 proposes substantial power to the Minister of Transportation to introduce directives via regulation that would impact the Toronto Transit Commission's authority in these areas. As a partner in the One Fare program and operator of cross-boundary service on Line 1 into York Region, the Toronto Transit Commission has worked to contribute to a regional transportation network that serves people from across Ontario. These partnerships have been the result of collaboration across agencies and levels of government, and serve as a reminder of how we can work together to continue advancing stronger public transit in Ontario, together. If Bill 98 is adopted, regulations made under the Fare Alignment and Seamless Transit Act, 2026, (Schedule 4 of Bill 98) should be informed by the needs of local communities and continue that history of collaboration and mutual agreement. At the Toronto Transit Commission Board's meeting on April 16, 2026, the Board endorsed key principles to guide staff participation in consultations with the Province of Ontario on the regulatory framework under the Fare Alignment and Seamless Transit Act, 2026. This motion seeks Council's affirmation of that decision.
City Council on May 20 and 21, 2026, adopted the following: 1. City Council express its support for the Toronto Transit Commission board's decision on Item 2026.TTC14.18 outlining key principles for staff participation in consultations with the Province of Ontario on the province's regulatory framework under the Fare Alignment and Seamless Transit Act, 2026. Toronto Transit Commission board decision: That the TTC Board: 1. Endorse the following key principles to guide TTC staff participation in consultations with the Province of Ontario on the province's regulatory framework under the Fare Alignment and Seamless Transit Act, 2026: a. Local authority to develop local solutions to transportation needs - Preserve the autonomy of local transit systems to introduce fare and service policies that meet the needs of local communities and riders, keep transit affordable, and treat all Toronto residents equitably as a key component of the City's approach to local transportation and congestion management. b. Protect local transit service quality - Preserve service quality and standards relied upon by our customers - proposals must not negatively impact the experience of most customers who travel within the City of Toronto in efforts to improve cross-boundary travel for the 18% who currently make a connecting trip to GO or a 905-transit system. c. No unfunded provincial mandates - Provincial decisions to set fares and/or service be matched with full funding (operating and capital) by the Province of Ontario. d. Value for money - where provincial directives require the use of specific fare payment systems, unified booking systems, or other changes that have a financial impact to the TTC, there must be clear demonstration that the systems offer value for money, respect Toronto taxpayers, and are efficiently and effectively delivered. e. Respect local transit system expertise and planning process - Consultation that respects the expertise and planning processes of local transit systems, customers and its employees, during both the development of the regulatory framework and when decisions are made using the regulations enacted under the Act. f. Good governance - ensure opportunities for local transit systems, communities, and labour partners to have voice in decision making supported by a sustainable provincial funding model for public transit. 2. Request the Ontario Minister of Transportation provide an opportunity for public feedback on any regulatory framework or regulations proposed under Bill 98, Schedule 4, the Fare Alignment and Seamless Transit Act, 2026. 3. Request TTC staff to support public advocacy efforts by transit riders and other stakeholders to advance the principles outlined in Recommendation 1. 2. City Council express support for the Toronto Transit Commission's written submission on Bill 98 to the Ontario Legislature's Standing Committee on Heritage, Infrastructure and Cultural Policy, contained in Attachment 1 to motion 1. 3. City Council request the City Manager to pursue negotiations with the provincial government to restore 50/50 operational funding for local public transportation, which was eliminated in 1998 under Mike Harris, as a condition of any provincial intervention in the City's ability to set its own fares or mandate any revenue sharing with other transit agencies. 4. City Council request Metrolinx to enhance the One Fare program by immediately aligning GO Transit fares with Toronto Transit Commission fares for rides within the City of Toronto. 5. City Council forward this item to the Ontario Minister of Transportation for consideration during the development of regulations under the Fare Alignment and Seamless Transit Act, 2026.
Staff recommendation as filed
Councillor Jamaal Myers, seconded by Councillor Alejandra Bravo, recommends that: 1. City Council express its support for the Toronto Transit Commission board's decision on Item 2026.TTC14.18 outlining key principles for staff participation in consultations with the Province of Ontario on the province's regulatory framework under the Fare Alignment and Seamless Transit Act, 2026. Recommendations in TTC Item 2026.TTC14.18: 1. Endorse the following key principles to guide TTC staff participation in consultations with the Province of Ontario on the province's regulatory framework under the Fare Alignment and Seamless Transit Act, 2026: a. Local authority to develop local solutions to transportation needs - Preserve the autonomy of local transit systems to introduce fare and service policies that meet the needs of local communities and riders, keep transit affordable, and treat all Toronto residents equitably as a key component of the City's approach to local transportation and congestion management. b. Protect local transit service quality - Preserve service quality and standards relied upon by our customers - proposals must not negatively impact the experience of most customers who travel within the City of Toronto in efforts to improve cross-boundary travel for the 18% who currently make a connecting trip to GO or a 905-transit system. c. No unfunded provincial mandates - Provincial decisions to set fares and/or service be matched with full funding (operating and capital) by the Province of Ontario. d. Value for money - where provincial directives require the use of specific fare payment systems, unified booking systems, or other changes that have a financial impact to the TTC, there must be clear demonstration that the systems offer value for money, respect Toronto taxpayers, and are efficiently and effectively delivered. e. Respect local transit system expertise and planning process - Consultation that respects the expertise and planning processes of local transit systems, customers and its employees, during both the development of the regulatory framework and when decisions are made using the regulations enacted under the Act. f. Good governance - ensure opportunities for local transit systems, communities, and labour partners to have voice in decision making supported by a sustainable provincial funding model for public transit. 2. Request the Ontario Minister of Transportation provide an opportunity for public feedback on any regulatory framework or regulations proposed under Bill 98, Schedule 4, the Fare Alignment and Seamless Transit Act, 2026. 3. Request TTC staff to support public advocacy efforts by transit riders and other stakeholders to advance the principles outlined in Recommendation 1.
MM41.2adopted
This motion requests that City Council amend the 2026-2035 Capital Budget for Parks and Recreation to reallocate $200,000 in Section 37 funding from the "Royal Rouge Tot Lot Park Improvements" project to the "Dogs Off-Leash Area at Lawrence Avenue East and Starspray Boulevard" project. This reallocation is intended to address a funding shortfall and support delivery of the new park, following design development and community engagement.
City Council on May 20 and 21, 2026, adopted the following: 1. City Council amend the 2026-2035 Capital Budget and Plan for Parks and Recreation to: a. reduce the project cost and 2026 cash flow of $200,000 funded by Section 37 community benefits from 7437, 7439 and 7441 Kingston Road (Source Account: XR3026-3701362) of the "Royal Rouge Tot Lot Park Improvements"; and b. increase the "Dogs Off-Leash Area at Lawrence Avenue East and Starspray Boulevard" project with project cost and cash flow of $200,000 gross and $0 debt in 2026, fully funded by Section 37 community benefits from 7437, 7439 and 7441 Kingston Road (Source Account: XR3026-3701362) for the purpose of delivering a new park, including a dogs off-leash area and associated site improvements.
Staff recommendation as filed
Councillor Neethan Shan, seconded by Councillor Paul Ainslie, recommends that: 1. City Council amend the 2026-2035 Capital Budget and Plan for Parks and Recreation to: a. reduce the project cost and 2026 cash flow of $200,000 funded by Section 37 community benefits from 7437, 7439 and 7441 Kingston Road (Source Account: XR3026-3701362) of the "Royal Rouge Tot Lot Park Improvements"; and b. increase the "Dogs Off-Leash Area at Lawrence Avenue East and Starspray Boulevard" project with project cost and cash flow of $200,000 gross and $0 debt in 2026, fully funded by Section 37 community benefits from 7437, 7439 and 7441 Kingston Road (Source Account: XR3026-3701362) for the purpose of delivering a new park, including a dogs off-leash area and associated site improvements.
RM41.2adopted
City Council will confirm the Minutes from the regular meeting held on April 22 and 23, 2026.
City Council confirmed the minutes from the regular meeting held on April 22 and 23, 2026.
CC41.3amended
Update on 2026 Motorized Watercraft Exclusion Zones
The City Manager and the General Manager, Parks and Recreation will be submitting a supplementary report to City Council in advance of its meeting on May 20, 21 and 22, 2026, to provide an update on Council's request to the Toronto Port Authority to fund marker buoys communicating the boundaries of Motorized Watercraft Exclusion Zones within the Port of Toronto.
City Council on May 20 and 21, 2026, adopted the following: 1. City Council request the Director, Waterfront Secretariat to transfer $310,500 for planned 2026 capital work from the Wider Waterfront and Marine Strategy project as part of the next phase of Waterfront Revitalization Initiative within the Waterfront Secretariat's 2026-2035 Capital Budget and Plan and apply the funds towards the purchase and installation of marker buoys for Motorized Watercraft Exclusion Zones in 2026. 2. City Council authorize the City Manager to enter into an agreement with the Toronto Port Authority for the purchase and operation of marker buoys for Motorized Watercraft Exclusion Zones in 2026, on terms and conditions satisfactory to the Director of Waterfront Secretariat, and in a form approved by the City Solicitor, and flow funds to the Toronto Port Authority governed by the agreement. 3. City Council direct the City Manager to continue to seek ongoing funding from the Toronto Port Authority for Motorized Watercraft Exclusion Zone marker buoys beyond the 2026 summer season.
Staff recommendation as filed
The City Manager and the General Manager, Parks and Recreation recommend that: 1. City Council receive this report for information.
DM41.3referred
In light of sustained population growth, increasing development pressure, and rising demand on Toronto's transit system, there is an opportunity to rethink how transit infrastructure is designed and integrated into the city. Major projects such as the Yonge North Subway Extension and the Scarborough Subway Extension present a rare chance to move beyond a narrow focus on transportation function toward a more holistic approach to station planning. Historically, many subway stations in Toronto have been designed primarily for mobility, often with limited amenities such as public washrooms, minimal architectural ambition, and weak integration with surrounding communities. As the city evolves, there is growing recognition that stations can function as civic hubs that support not only transit use, but also safety, accessibility, economic activity, housing, and community life. Global transit systems, including those in Taipei, demonstrate how stations can be designed as open-concept, well-lit, and highly visible environments, often incorporating two-storey configurations, platform screen doors, and stations that are integrated into buildings rather than stand alone structures. Their example also shows how transit agencies can manage real estate assets that generate long-term revenue while bringing vibrancy through retail and community space within stations. In Toronto, there is an increasing interest in exploring similar approaches to improve safety, accessibility, and financial sustainability. At the same time, it is important to recognize that stations outside the downtown core serve different travel patterns and must accommodate a broader range of access needs, including commuters arriving by car. This requires thoughtful integration of pick-up and drop-off areas, parking, and multi-modal connections that support efficient access while aligning with broader mobility and climate goals. As Toronto continues planning for expansion, stations such as the future Steeles and Sheppard-McCowan Stations represent a significant opportunity to advance a more ambitious, integrated model of station design. Their scale and locations make them well-suited for transit-oriented development that includes housing, particularly affordable housing, as well as commercial, community, and underground uses. Coordinated planning across City divisions, agencies, and regional partners will be essential to ensure these stations contribute to city-building objectives, support ridership growth, and help generate revenue that can be reinvested in transit. This motion reflects a shift toward viewing transit infrastructure not only as a transportation investment, but as a catalyst for inclusive growth and complete communities. We seek to work collaboratively with Metrolinx towards a visionary design standard to ensure how future stations can be optimized.
City Council on May 20 and 21, 2026, referred Item DM41.3 to the Executive Director, Transit Expansion for consideration.
Staff recommendation as filed
Councillor Lily Cheng, seconded by Councillor Jamaal Myers, recommends that: 1. City Council request the Toronto Transit Commission board to work with the City and Metrolinx to examine the feasibility of: a. creating a design standard for all new transit stations that includes platform screen edge doors, public washrooms, bike parking and bike share, and well-lit two-storey high ceilings above subway platforms, and maximizing the creation of real estate assets for commercial and community use; b. including passenger pick-up and drop-off and commuter parking lots with electric vehicle charging solutions in the design plans for all new subway stations outside Downtown Toronto; and c. installing platform edge doors on all new stations along the Yonge North Subway Extension and Scarborough Subway Extension, and request the Chief Executive Officer of the Toronto Transit Commission provide updates to the Toronto Transit Commission Board through the Toronto Transit Commission's regular Transit Expansion Updates, and the City Manager provide those updates to City Council. 2. City Council direct the Chief Planner and Executive Director, City Planning to work with Metrolinx, in consultation with the Executive Director of Transit Expansion, the Executive Director of Corporate Real Estate Management, the Executive Director of the Housing Development Office, the Chief Executive Officer of CreateTO and the Executive Director of Social Development to initiate conversations regarding the feasibility of a more visionary station design at Steeles Station and Sheppard-McCowan Station that incorporates surface transit operations, new housing, affordable housing, underground real estate opportunities, including potential community space, and the integration of the Station with surrounding buildings, and provide an update to City Council. 3. City Council request the Chief Planner and Executive Director, City Planning, in consultation with the General Manager, Transportation Services, the General Manager, Economic Development and Culture, the Chief Executive Officer, CreateTO, the President, Toronto Parking Authority, the Chief Strategy and Customer Experience Officer, Toronto Transit Commission and local Business Improvement Areas, to explore the need and opportunities for commuter parking at Steeles Station and Sheppard-McCowan Station, while also considering future parking in nearby developments. 4. City Council direct City Manager and the Chief Planner and Executive Director, City Planning to provide all updates to the Ontario Ministry of Transportation to strengthen collaboration on future transit stations.
MM41.3adopted
Cricket is one of the fastest-growing sports in Toronto, with thousands of residents participating annually in leagues, youth programs, and community activities. Organizations such as the Scarborough Cricket Association provide significant volunteer support to sustain this growth. Despite increasing demand, many City-owned cricket facilities lack basic infrastructure and maintenance. Ongoing concerns include insufficient seating, inadequate washroom access, poor field conditions, and damage to cricket pitches caused by unauthorized use of permitted grounds. Unauthorized use of cricket facilities continues to create operational challenges and financial burdens for organized leagues by damaging prepared playing surfaces. There is also limited monitoring and enforcement to protect permitted users. As the City prepares for the 2026 cricket season, there is a clear need to improve infrastructure, strengthen enforcement, and support equitable access to quality cricket facilities across Toronto.
City Council on May 20 and 21, 2026, adopted the following: 1. City Council request the General Manager, Parks and Recreation to conduct a comprehensive review of all City-operated cricket facilities to identify gaps in infrastructure, including seating, washrooms, and field conditions. 2. City Council request the General Manager, Parks and Recreation to report to the appropriate committee by the first quarter of 2027 with a prioritized action plan, including cost estimates, to address identified gaps. 3. City Council request the General Manager, Parks and Recreation, in collaboration with Municipal Licensing and Standards and Toronto Police Service, to implement enhanced monitoring and enforcement measures to prevent unauthorized use of cricket facilities. 4. City Council request the General Manager, Parks and Recreation to develop and implement measures to protect cricket pitches and wickets, including physical safeguards and controlled access protocols. 5. City Council request the General Manager, Parks and Recreation to engage with cricket organizations, including the Scarborough Cricket Association, to identify priorities and support ongoing collaboration.
Staff recommendation as filed
Councillor Paul Ainslie, seconded by Councillor Jamaal Myers, recommends that: 1. City Council request the General Manager, Parks and Recreation to conduct a comprehensive review of all City-operated cricket facilities to identify gaps in infrastructure, including seating, washrooms, and field conditions. 2. City Council request the General Manager, Parks and Recreation to report to the appropriate committee by the first quarter of 2027 with a prioritized action plan, including cost estimates, to address identified gaps. 3. City Council request the General Manager, Parks and Recreation, in collaboration with Municipal Licensing and Standards and Toronto Police Service, to implement enhanced monitoring and enforcement measures to prevent unauthorized use of cricket facilities. 4. City Council request the General Manager, Parks and Recreation to develop and implement measures to protect cricket pitches and wickets, including physical safeguards and controlled access protocols. 5. City Council request the General Manager, Parks and Recreation to engage with cricket organizations, including the Scarborough Cricket Association, to identify priorities and support ongoing collaboration.
RM41.3adopted
Report of the Executive Committee from Meeting 31 on May 12, 2026 Submitted by Mayor Olivia Chow, Chair Report of the Audit Committee from Meeting 12 on May 1, 2026 Submitted by Councillor Stephen Holyday, Chair Report of the Board of Health from Meeting 32 on May 4, 2026 Submitted by Councillor Chris Moise, Chair Report of the Economic and Community Development Committee from Meeting 28 on May 5, 2026 Submitted by Councillor Alejandra Bravo, Chair Report of the General Government Committee from Meeting 29 on May 11, 2026 Submitted by Councillor Paul Ainslie, Chair Report of the Infrastructure and Environment Committee from Meeting 29 on May 6, 2026 Submitted by Councillor Paula Fletcher, Chair Report of the Planning and Housing Committee from Meeting 30 on May 7, 2026 Submitted by Councillor Gord Perks, Chair Report of the Etobicoke York Community Council from Meeting 31 on April 29, 2026 Submitted by Councillor Stephen Holyday, Chair Report of the North York Community Council from Meeting 32 on April 29, 2026 Submitted by Councillor James Pasternak, Chair Report of the Scarborough Community Council from Meeting 31 on April 30, 2026 Submitted by Councillor Paul Ainslie, Vice Chair Report of the Toronto and East York Community Council from Meeting 32 on April 30, 2026 Submitted by Councillor Chris Moise, Chair New Business and Business Previously Requested from the Mayor and City Officials
Committee Reports and New Business were presented to City Council for consideration.
CC41.4adopted
Appointment of a Public Member to the Administrative Penalty Tribunal
At its meeting on May 1, 2026, the Nominating Panel - Administrative Penalty Tribunal considered Item Item NM6.1 and made recommendations to City Council. Summary from the report (April 16, 2026) from the City Clerk: The Nominating Panel - Administrative Penalty Tribunal will recommend one candidate to City Council for appointment to the Administrative Penalty Tribunal from the list of candidates interviewed at the April 7 and 9, 2026, Nominating Panel - Administrative Penalty Tribunal meeting, to replace a previously recommended candidate who withdrew their candidacy on April 14, 2026.
City Council on May 20 and 21, 2026, adopted the following: 1. City Council appoint Stephen Scharbach to the Administrative Penalty Tribunal for a term of office ending April 25, 2030, and until a successor is appointed. 2. City Council direct that Confidential Attachment 1 to the Letter (May 1, 2026) from the Nominating Panel - Administrative Penalty Tribunal remain confidential in its entirety as it relates to personal matters about an identifiable individual being considered for appointment to the Administrative Penalty Tribunal. Confidential Attachment 1 to the Letter (May 1, 2026) remains confidential in its entirety in accordance with the provisions of the City of Toronto Act, 2006, as it relates to personal matters about an identifiable individual being considered for appointment to the Administrative Penalty Tribunal.
Staff recommendation as filed
The City Clerk transmits the Decision Letter from the Nominating Panel - Administrative Penalty Tribunal. The Nominating Panel - Administrative Penalty Tribunal recommends that: 1. City Council appoint Stephen Scharbach to the Administrative Penalty Tribunal for a term of office ending April 25, 2030, and until a successor is appointed. The City Clerk further recommends that: 2. City Council direct that Confidential Attachment 1 to the Decision Letter (May 1, 2026) from the Nominating Panel - Administrative Penalty Tribunal remain confidential in its entirety as it relates to personal matters about identifiable individuals being considered for appointment to the Administrative Penalty Tribunal. Candidate's biography: Stephen Scharbach Stephen Scharbach is a lifelong resident of Toronto. He attended Malvern Collegiate Institute before pursuing undergraduate studies at Victoria College, University of Toronto. He later earned a law degree from the University of Ottawa and was called to the Bar of Ontario. Stephen practiced law for many years with Ontario's Ministry of the Attorney General, where he provided legal advice and represented provincial ministries, agencies, and commissions before tribunals and courts. In 2017, he was appointed as a part-time member of the Licence Appeal Tribunal, presiding over licensing hearings under several provincial statutes. More recently, he was appointed by York Region as a hearings officer for its Administrative Penalty Tribunal.
DM41.4received
Work on the Yonge North Subway Extension is now underway, with key design and alignment decisions actively advancing. At the same time, the City of Toronto is progressing the North York Centre Secondary Plan (Phase 3), which contemplates the addition of 100,000 new residents in the area. This growth builds on the significant intensification already planned under the Yonge North Secondary Plan. Together, these plans confirm that the Yonge Street corridor between Finch and Steeles is one of the most rapidly intensifying urban areas in the Greater Toronto Area. This motion is informed by previous City of Toronto staff analysis and Council direction, including the December 2023 " Cummer Station - Supplemental Report " (Background File 241560), which assessed the inclusion of Cummer Station within the Yonge North Subway Extension and confirmed the technical and planning implications of the current alignment. The current alignment of the Yonge North Subway Extension excludes a station at Cummer Avenue. This omission results in a notably long station spacing of approximately 2 km between Finch and Steeles, which is atypical for a high-density urban context and inconsistent with established Toronto Transit Commission network patterns. In comparison, downtown Line 1 stations such as King, Queen, Dundas, College, and Wellesley are spaced at approximately 500-700 metres, reflecting a planning approach that prioritizes accessibility and walkable station catchments in dense urban environments. Once construction proceeds beyond a certain point, the opportunity to incorporate a future Cummer Station will become increasingly cost-prohibitive and technically complex. The current design, including track profile considerations that are not flat through this segment, risks making future station insertion at this location practically infeasible without major disruption, including potential multi-year shutdowns of the line. City modelling indicates that the current five-station extension is projected to serve approximately 94,000 daily riders, while a station at Cummer alone is forecast to accommodate over 23,000 daily boardings by 2051. This level of ridership is comparable to several existing Toronto Transit Commission subway stations and demonstrates that Cummer would function as a major node within the network, rather than a marginal stop. The case for reinstating Cummer Station is grounded in several key considerations: High Ridership Potential: City forecasts indicate Cummer Station would exceed projected ridership levels of approved stations such as Clark and Royal Orchard. Active Development and Growth: The surrounding area is designated for significant intensification, with planned densities of approximately 249 people and jobs per hectare by 2051, exceeding typical Major Transit Station Area targets. Future-Proofing and Infill Potential: As demonstrated by the historical addition of North York Centre Station to Line 1, strategic infill stations can be successfully integrated to better serve evolving urban form and demand. Constructing Cummer Station now would avoid substantially higher costs and future disruption. Local Connectivity: The station would directly serve multiple secondary schools, including Drewry Secondary School, École secondaire catholique Monseigneur-de-Charbonnel, and Avondale Secondary Alternative School, while improving access to the 97 Yonge bus corridor. High Future Risk: Delaying consideration of this station risks necessitating full or partial shutdown of the Yonge North Subway Extension for extended periods if a station is added post-construction, as identified in City technical discussions. As construction proceeds, nearby communities will inevitably experience significant disruption. While such impacts are inherent to major infrastructure delivery, they must be balanced with meaningful local benefits. Incorporating Cummer Station would help ensure that the corridor directly benefits from the substantial investment being made, while improving overall network utility and accessibility. In light of these considerations, reinstating Cummer Station represents sound planning, improved network efficiency, and a commitment to equitable transit investment that aligns infrastructure with the scale of growth already planned and underway along the Yonge Street corridor.
City Council on May 20 and 21, 2026, received Item DM41.4 for information.
Staff recommendation as filed
Councillor Lily Cheng, seconded by Councillor Jamaal Myers, recommends that: 1. City Council request the Federal and Provincial governments to consider funding the previously descoped Cummer Station to ensure transit infrastructure can support the current and projected density in the North York Centre Secondary Plan and Yonge North Secondary Plan, noting that these areas will experience significantly higher density than any other stations on the Yonge North Subway Extension outside of Toronto.
MM41.4adopted
This motion requests that the Province of Ontario amend Ontario Works and the Ontario Disability Support Program rules to allow individuals without a fixed address to retain and save their shelter allowance, so it can be used to help secure housing. Ontario continues to experience rising levels of homelessness, placing increasing pressure on shelters, hospitals, and other emergency services. Many individuals receiving Ontario Works or ODSP remain unable to transition into housing due to upfront costs such as first and last month's rent. Under current rules, individuals without a fixed address are not eligible to receive the shelter portion of their social assistance benefits. As a result, they are unable to accumulate funds that could otherwise be used to secure housing. This creates a cycle in which individuals remain in shelters or temporary accommodations because they cannot save enough to move into stable housing. Allowing individuals to retain and save their shelter allowance would remove a clear barrier to exiting homelessness. This change would enable people to build toward securing housing without requiring new funding, by making more effective use of existing supports. Such a change would complement the City's ongoing investments in shelter services and housing programs by supporting more people to transition out of the shelter system and into stable housing.
City Council on May 20 and 21, 2026, adopted the following: 1. City Council request the Province of Ontario to: a. amend Ontario Works and the Ontario Disability Support Program rules to allow individuals experiencing homelessness to receive and accumulate the shelter portion of their benefits; and b. establish a mechanism (such as a reserve or escrow account) that allows the portion of the benefits requested to be made available in Part 1.a. above to be held and used for first and last month's rent and other housing-related costs necessary to secure and stabilize housing (such as renter's insurance, key deposits, and essential move-in expenses) when housing is secured. 2. City Council direct the City Manager to communicate this request to the Province of Ontario as part of the City's ongoing advocacy on homelessness and housing stability.
Staff recommendation as filed
Councillor Paul Ainslie, seconded by Councillor Neethan Shan, recommends that: 1. City Council request the Province of Ontario to: a. amend Ontario Works and the Ontario Disability Support Program rules to allow individuals experiencing homelessness to receive and accumulate the shelter portion of their benefits; and b. establish a mechanism (such as a reserve or escrow account) that allows the portion of the benefits requested to be made available in Part 1.a. above to be held and used for first and last month's rent and other housing-related costs necessary to secure and stabilize housing (such as renter's insurance, key deposits, and essential move-in expenses) when housing is secured. 2. City Council direct the City Manager to communicate this request to the Province of Ontario as part of the City's ongoing advocacy on homelessness and housing stability.
RM41.4received
Members of Council will declare interests under the Municipal Conflict of Interest Act.
Members of Council declared interests under the Municipal Conflict of Interest Act.
CC41.5adopted
Appointment of Public Members to the Toronto Licensing Tribunal
At its meeting on May 5, 2026, the Nominating Panel - Toronto Licensing Tribunal considered Item NL4.1 and made a recommendation to City Council. Summary from the report (April 23, 2026) from the City Clerk: The Nominating Panel - Toronto Licensing Tribunal will conduct interviews and recommend two candidates to City Council for appointment to the Toronto Licensing Tribunal.
City Council on May 20 and 21, 2026, adopted the following: 1. City Council appoint the following candidates to the Toronto Licensing Tribunal for a term of office ending on November 14, 2026, and until successors are appointed: Yizhe Chi Deborah Moriah 2. City Council direct that Confidential Attachment 1 to the Letter (May 5, 2026) from the Nominating Panel - Toronto Licensing Tribunal remain confidential in its entirety as it relates to personal matters about identifiable individuals being considered for appointment to the Toronto Licensing Tribunal. Confidential Attachment 1 the Letter (May 5, 2026) remains confidential in its entirety in accordance with the provisions of the City of Toronto Act, 2006, as it relates to personal matters about identifiable individuals being considered for appointment to the Toronto Licensing Tribunal.
Staff recommendation as filed
The City Clerk transmits the Decision Letter from the Nominating Panel - Toronto Licensing Tribunal. The Nominating Panel - Toronto Licensing Tribunal recommends that: 1. City Council appoint the following candidates to the Toronto Licensing Tribunal for a term of office ending on November 14, 2026, and until successors are appointed: Yizhe Chi Deborah Moriah The City Clerk further recommends that: 2. City Council direct that Confidential Attachment 1 to the Decision Letter (May 5, 2026) from the Nominating Panel - Toronto Licensing Tribunal remain confidential in its entirety as it relates to personal matters about identifiable individuals being considered for appointment to the Toronto Licensing Tribunal. Candidates' biographies: Yizhe Chi Yizhe Chi is a public servant, educator, and doctoral student at the Ontario Institute for Studies in Education at the University of Toronto, where his research examines anti-racism education in professional policing. He currently serves as a Senior Police Service Advisor with the Ontario Public Service, contributing to policy initiatives aimed at improving accountability and addressing systemic racism within the justice sector. Yizhe previously served as a Police Constable with Peel Regional Police and brings practical experience in investigations, community engagement, and regulatory compliance. He holds a Master of Science in Criminal Justice from Boston University and a Bachelor of Arts in Philosophy and Political Science from the University of Toronto. Yizhe is also active in community service through board governance with St. Leonard's Place Peel, advisory work supporting police training modernization, and volunteer service with Dixon Hall's Meals on Wheels program. Deborah Moriah Deborah Moriah is a licensed paralegal, adjudicator, Justice, Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion consultant, as well as an editor and technical writer. Licensed by the Law Society of Ontario in 2016, her practice focuses on human rights and consumer protection. She is co-founder of the Ontario Association of Black Paralegals, an elected Law Society of Ontario Bencher, a member of the Law Society Tribunal, a Board member at Legal Aid Ontario and a roster member of the Ontario College of Teachers Discipline/Fitness to Practice Committees.
MM41.5adopted
Effective enforcement of by-laws is essential for good governance of our city. Such enforcement is becoming more challenging due to limited resources, high staff turnover, population growth, court backlogs, the lasting impact of the pandemic and the drug crisis. Some of these factors are beyond the city's control. However, the city should improve and standardize the training of its bylaw enforcement officers and special constables, who are presently scattered across multiple departments and receive highly variable training. Properly trained enforcement staff can be expected to be more efficient and effective at their jobs.
City Council on May 20 and 21, 2026, adopted the following: 1. City Council request the City Manager to review and, if appropriate, update the training provided to by-law enforcement officers and special constables across all City divisions to ensure they receive a consistent understanding of enforcement tools and processes, including: a. powers of entry and inspection powers available to them under the City of Toronto Act, 2006, and other relevant legislation; b. processes and criteria to lay charging documents such as Part I certificates of offence and Part III Informations under the Provincial Offences Act and other relevant legislation; c. processes and criteria to undertake remedial action under the City of Toronto Act, 2006, and other relevant legislation; d. policies on extenuating and aggravating circumstances, including repeat offences and seriousness of consequences; e. note-taking and evidence management; and f. professional conduct.
Staff recommendation as filed
Councillor Dianne Saxe, seconded by Councillor Jon Burnside, recommends that: 1. City Council request the City Manager to review and, if appropriate, update the training provided to by-law enforcement officers and special constables across all City divisions to ensure they receive a consistent understanding of enforcement tools and processes, including: a. powers of entry and inspection powers available to them under the City of Toronto Act, 2006, and other relevant legislation; b. processes and criteria to lay charging documents such as Part I certificates of offence and Part III Informations under the Provincial Offences Act and other relevant legislation; c. processes and criteria to undertake remedial action under the City of Toronto Act, 2006, and other relevant legislation; d. policies on extenuating and aggravating circumstances, including repeat offences and seriousness of consequences; e. note-taking and evidence management; and f. professional conduct.
RM41.5received
Members of Council may file petitions.
City Council on May 20 and 21, 2026, received the following petitions for information: 1. Petition headed "Support the Pedestrianization of Church Street" submitted by Councillor Chris Moise, Ward 13 - Toronto Centre, containing the signatures of approximately 3,500 persons. 2. Petition headed "Expand the Conservatory at Allan Gardens" submitted by Councillor Chris Moise, Ward 13 - Toronto Centre, containing the signatures of approximately 7,500 persons.
CC41.6amended
Implementation of New Municipal Requirements under the Buy Ontario Act, 2025
The Buy Ontario Act (Public Sector Procurement), 2025, establishes a new provincial framework intended to strengthen Ontario's economy by prioritizing Ontario‑ and Canadian‑made goods and services in public sector procurement. Effective April 13, 2026, municipalities and their local boards and municipal services corporations ("Municipal Sector Entities") have been prescribed by regulation as Public Sector Entities under the Act. Municipal Sector Entities are required to comply with procurement directives issued by the Management Board of Cabinet. This report provides an overview of the Act and its associated Municipal Buy Ontario Procurement Directive, and outlines implications and implementation plans to bring the City into compliance. In particular, the report highlights specified requirements applicable to the procurement of light‑duty fleet vehicles and capital infrastructure projects, including anticipated operational and financial impacts. For Fleet Vehicles, the Directive includes a requirement to purchase Made-in-Ontario Vehicles, followed by vehicles from Ontario Vehicle Producers (those with at least 1,500 Ontario jobs), subject to availability and operational feasibility. For Capital Infrastructure, which includes Construction as defined in the Directive, the Directive introduces a new obligation for suppliers to disclose whether Major Goods and Services are from Ontario or Canada through the required submission of Domestic Supply Chain Plans as part of the procurement process, along with prescribed bid evaluation approaches that either prefer Ontario-Made Goods and Services and Canadian-Made Goods and Services or a commitment approach to achieving the same. While implementation of the Act presents opportunities to leverage municipal purchasing power to further support Ontario and Canadian suppliers, it also represents a major operational and governance shift for the City of Toronto, requiring supplier engagement, new procedures and internal training. This report seeks Council authority to implement these new legislative requirements and engage with the Government of Ontario as needed to represent the interests of the City.
City Council on May 20 and 21, 2026, adopted the following: 1. City Council amend Toronto Municipal Code Chapter 195, Procurement, as set out in Attachment 1 to the report (May 12, 2026) from the Chief Financial Officer and Treasurer and the Chief Procurement Officer, effective May 25, 2026 (the "Effective Date"), with changes to prefer Ontario-Made Goods and Services, followed by Canadian-Made Goods and Services, as well as to purchase or lease Ontario-Made Vehicles and vehicles from Ontario Vehicle Producers, as applicable, for City procurement as required by the Buy Ontario Act (Public Sector Procurement), 2025, and authorize the Chief Procurement Officer to take necessary actions to implement the changes. 2. City Council authorize the Chief Procurement Officer and/or their delegates, as appropriate, to participate in consultation opportunities related to the Act and any regulations or directives under it by making oral and/or written submissions to any groups or bodies, including the Ontario Legislature and Ontario's Regulatory Registry, on such issues as required to protect the interests of the City. 3. City Council request the Province of Ontario to provide municipalities with a six-month implementation lead time for any future directives or related regulatory changes, allowing municipalities to conduct impact analysis; update policies, procedures and tools; engage and inform suppliers; update solicitation templates and guides; and train staff. 4. City Council request the Chief Procurement Officer to work with other municipalities, the construction industry, and governing bodies and organizations to develop standardized approaches, master specifications, processes and forms to better support municipalities and the industry to comply with new procurement directives as they apply to infrastructure construction. 5. City Council request the Province of Ontario to expand the development of Provincial vendors of record arrangements that may support municipalities in complying with the new procurement directives and maximize economies of scale. 6. City Council request the Province of Ontario to include in the Buy Ontario Act, or its supporting regulations and policies, the provision of additional administrative funding for municipalities to cover the staff resources required to implement, administer and develop automated tools, and monitor compliance with the new provincial legislation. 7. City Council request the Province of Ontario to provide a funding formula to cover increased Capital Infrastructure project costs resulting from the application of Buy Ontario Act requirements, including instances where a higher‑priced bid is selected due to evaluation advantages associated with the highest scoring Domestic Supply Chain Plan. 8. City Council forward this item to the Ontario Big City Mayor's Caucus and the Association of Municipalities of Ontario. 9. City Council request the City Manager to report to City Council in June 2027 with a review and summary of impacts to procurement decisions and incremental costs above the current baseline conditions resulting from the implementation of the new Buy Ontario Act procurement directives. 10. City Council direct that Confidential Attachment 1 to the supplementary report (May 13, 2026) from the City Solicitor remain confidential at the discretion of the City Solicitor, as it contains advice that is subject to solicitor-client privilege and contains information regarding potential litigation. Confidential Attachment 1 to the supplementary report (May 13, 2026) from the City Solicitor remains confidential at this time in accordance with the provisions of the City of Toronto Act, 2006, as it contains advice that is subject to solicitor-client privilege and contains information regarding potential litigation. Confidential Attachment 1 to the supplementary report (May 13, 2026) from the City Solicitor will be made public at the discretion of the City Solicitor.
Staff recommendation as filed
The Chief Financial Officer and Treasurer and the Chief Procurement Officer recommend that: 1. City Council amend Municipal Code Chapter 195, Procurement, as set out in Attachment 1 to this report, effective May 25, 2026 (the "Effective Date"), with changes to prefer Ontario-Made Goods and Services, followed by Canadian-Made Goods and Services, as well as to purchase or lease Ontario-Made Vehicles and vehicles from Ontario Vehicle Producers, as applicable, for City procurement as required by the Buy Ontario Act (Public Sector Procurement), 2025, and authorize the Chief Procurement Officer to take necessary actions to implement the changes. 2. City Council authorize the Chief Procurement Officer and/or their delegates, as appropriate, to participate in consultation opportunities related to the Act and any regulations or directives under it by making oral and/or written submissions to any groups or bodies, including the Ontario Legislature and Ontario's Regulatory Registry, on such issues as required to protect the interests of the City.
MM41.6adopted
The Applicant applied to the North York District Committee of Adjustment (the "Committee") to permit minor variances to City-wide Zoning By-law 569-2013 to facilitate a proposed development at the property municipally known as 5 Sulkara Court, (Application No. A0497/25NY) (the "Application"). The Application is brought by the property owner and proposes to construct a new detached one-storey dwelling with a basement walkout. On April 16, 2026, the Committee refused the Application. A copy of the Committee's decision is attached to this motion. The Applicant has appealed the Committee's refusal to the Toronto Local Appeal Body (File 26 155472 S45 16 TLAB) (the "Appeal"). The Application requests variances to By-law 569-2013 with respect to the maximum permitted lot coverage, building length, and building depth. Community Planning Staff were supportive of the Application subject to modifications and conditions, as outlined in a report to the Committee dated April 13, 2026. Environmental Planning Staff and Urban Forestry Staff provided advisory comments on the Application and conditions of approval, if approved. A copy the reports are attached to this motion. The issues raised with respect to the Application and Appeal include, but are not limited to, the compatibility of the proposed development and the front garage, and the impacts of the proposed development on neighbours. For the City to continue to effectively advance its case, the City Solicitor requires the expertise of an external consultant. This motion will give the City Solicitor authority to attend the Toronto Local Appeal Body with appropriate City Staff, in support of the Committee of Adjustment's decision to refuse the Application, and to retain outside consultants as necessary. This motion will also authorize the City Solicitor to resolve the matter on behalf of the City, at the City Solicitor's discretion, after consultation with the Ward Councillor and the Director of Community Planning, North York District. This matter is time sensitive and urgent as the Committee's decision to refuse the Application was appealed to the Toronto Local Appeal Body.
City Council on May 20 and 21, 2026, adopted the following: 1. City Council direct the City Solicitor to attend the Toronto Local Appeal Body to uphold the Committee of Adjustment's decision regarding 5 Sulkara Court (Minor Variance Application A0497/25NY). 2. City Council authorize the City Solicitor to retain outside consultants as necessary. 3. City Council authorize the City Solicitor to negotiate a resolution regarding 5 Sulkara Court (Application A0497/25NY) and authorize the City Solicitor to resolve the matter on behalf of the City, at their discretion, after consultation with the Ward Councillor and the Director of Community Planning, North York District.
Staff recommendation as filed
Councillor Jon Burnside, seconded by Councillor Lily Cheng, recommends that: 1. City Council direct the City Solicitor to attend the Toronto Local Appeal Body to uphold the Committee of Adjustment's decision regarding 5 Sulkara Court (Minor Variance Application A0497/25NY). 2. City Council authorize the City Solicitor to retain outside consultants as necessary. 3. City Council authorize the City Solicitor to negotiate a resolution regarding 5 Sulkara Court (Application A0497/25NY) and authorize the City Solicitor to resolve the matter on behalf of the City, at their discretion, after consultation with the Ward Councillor and the Director of Community Planning, North York District.
RM41.6received
Presentations, Introductions and Announcements
Various presentations and announcements will be made at the City Council meeting.
Various presentations, introductions and announcements were made to City Council on May 20 and 21, 2026. May 20, 2026 Councillor Pasternak, during the morning session of the meeting, welcomed members of the Grandravine Tornadoes Special Hockey team and organizer Michael Liotta from Grandravine Special Hockey who were present in the Council Chamber. Councillor Pasternak advised Members of Council that Grandravine Special Hockey hosted the Special Hockey International Tournament this past March 5 to 7, 2026. Councillor Morley, during the morning session of the meeting, advised Members of Council about the retirement this week of Jasmine Dooh, a health promoter in Etobicoke--Lakeshore, and gave remarks about Jasmine's legacy. Councillor Colle, during the morning session of the meeting, advised Members of Council that a gathering will take place today in front of the Toronto sign, with the Jewish Staff Network to mark May as Jewish Heritage Month in Ontario. Councillor Colle invited Members of Council to attend the gathering, and advised that the CN Tower would be lit up in blue to commemorate Jewish Heritage Month in Ontario and Toronto. Councillor Bradford, during the morning session of the meeting, welcomed grade 5 students and their teacher from St. Denis Catholic School who were present in the Council Chamber. Councillor Perruzza, during the afternoon session of the meeting, welcomed students from the Nile Academy Political Science Club and their teacher Michael Kozlowski who were present in the Council Chamber. May 21, 2026 Deputy Mayor Malik, during the morning session of the meeting, advised Members of Council that today was the 6th annual Rugby-in-the-Square event and invited Members of Council to join her out in Nathan Phillips Square to experience rugby firsthand and show their support for this community event. Councillor Saxe, during the morning session of the meeting, welcomed students from the Jackman Institute who were present in the Council Chamber. Councillor Saxe, during the morning session of the meeting, advised Members of Council that today was the 30th anniversary of Fire Chief Jim Jessop's entering the Fire Service. Councillor Saxe expressed thanks and appreciation to the Fire Chief, who was present in the Council Chamber. Councillor Shan, during the afternoon session of the meeting, advised Members of Council about the Tamil Genocide Remembrance-related activities held in the City of Toronto during the past week. Councillor Shan spoke about the work supporting genocide remembrance, including the proclamation of May 18 as Tamil Genocide Remembrance Day by the federal government, and the anticipated building of a monument in Scarborough. Councillor Cheng, during the afternoon session of the meeting, gave remarks in celebration of Asian Heritage Month and highlighted that an event was held in Mel Lastman Square over the Mother's Day weekend. Councillor Colle, during the afternoon session of the meeting, displayed a photo of Esther, a 14-year-old girl from North York that has been missing since last Friday, and urged all Members of Council to share the photo to help the family get their daughter back. Councillor Kandavel, during the afternoon session of the meeting, gave remarks about Tamil Genocide Remembrance, and the City's plan to build a monument. Speaker Nunziata, during the afternoon session of the meeting, called upon Mayor Chow to recognize the two Global Production Awards that the Toronto Film Office recently received in Cannes. Mayor Chow addressed City Council and gave remarks to celebrate Toronto's being recognized at the Global Production Awards in Cannes with two of the industry's top global awards: "Film Commission of the Year" and "City of Film". Mayor Chow congratulated the Film Office and all those in the City who made this recognition possible. Councillor Carroll, during the afternoon session of the meeting, advised Members of Council that one of the things that makes Toronto such an attractive film city is that women are at the helm of the industry. Councillor Carroll thanked the many women in the film sector who lead this work and thanked Councillor Paula Fletcher, Chair of the Film, Television and Digital Media Advisory Board and Marguerite Pigott, Film Commissioner and Director of Entertainment Industries for their leadership. Councillor Saxe, during the afternoon session of the meeting, welcomed members of the Bad Dog Theatre, a Toronto comedy troupe and school, who were present in the Council Chamber.
CC41.7adopted
The City Solicitor is seeking authority to proceed with a motion for leave to intervene in a case being heard at the Supreme Court of Canada, where the Court will consider the extent to which a municipality is required to distinguish between good governance and natural person powers when passing by-laws that also advance its own commercial interests.
City Council on May 20 and 21, 2026, adopted the following: 1. City Council authorize the City Solicitor, with retroactive authority if required, to: a. bring a motion seeking leave to intervene in the appeal to be heard by the Supreme Court of Canada of the decision in Westcan Recyclers Ltd. v Calgary (City), dated February 27, 2025, by the Alberta Court of Appeal; and b. intervene in the appeal if leave is granted by the Court.
Staff recommendation as filed
The City Solicitor recommends that: 1. City Council authorize the City Solicitor, with retroactive authority if required, to: a. bring a motion seeking leave to intervene in the appeal to be heard by the Supreme Court of Canada of the decision in Westcan Recyclers Ltd. v Calgary (City), dated February 27, 2025, by the Alberta Court of Appeal; and b. intervene in the appeal if leave is granted by the Court.
MM41.7adopted
Chinese Canadians have played an essential role in shaping Canada's economic growth, cultural life, and social fabric since the 1800s, including their contributions to major nation-building efforts such as the construction of the Canadian Pacific Railway construction and the development of communities across the country. This legacy exists alongside a history of exclusion and discrimination, including policies such as the Chinese Head Tax and the Chinese Immigration Act, 1923, which impacted generations of Chinese Canadians. Despite these barriers, the community has demonstrated enduring strength and continues to make significant contributions to Canadian society. In Toronto, Chinese Canadians have been part of the city's history since the late 19th century, establishing some of its earliest Chinese businesses and cultural institutions. Over time, successive waves of immigration have contributed to the growth of vibrant neighbourhoods such as the First Chinatown, West Chinatown, East Chinatown and the emerging Chinatown in North York, as well as suburban centres in the Greater Toronto Area. Today, the Toronto region is home to one of the largest Chinese populations outside of Asia, with hundreds of thousands of residents of Chinese origin contributing to the city's economic vitality, culinary landscape, and cultural life. Annual celebrations such as Chinese New Year, the Toronto Chinatown Festival, and Mid-Autumn Festival draw residents and visitors alike, highlighting traditions, arts, and community pride. Recognition of Chinese heritage has advanced in Ontario through the enactment of the Chinese Heritage Month Act, 2024, reflecting the importance of acknowledging these contributions and histories. With approximately 1.8 million Canadians identifying as having Chinese origin or ancestry, this community represents a significant and diverse part of the country's population, including a substantial and growing presence in the Greater Toronto Area. Although Asian Heritage Month provides an opportunity to celebrate the many cultures that make up Canada's Asian communities, it does not fully reflect the distinct history and experiences of Chinese Canadians. In contrast, several other communities are recognized through dedicated heritage months at the national level, including Sikh Heritage Month, Filipino Heritage Month, Islamic Heritage Month, and Hindu Heritage Month. Our City's proclamation of February as Chinese Heritage Month beginning in 2026 reflects a commitment to recognizing this history locally, particularly in a city like Toronto where Chinese heritage is deeply rooted, and a corresponding national designation would further advance awareness, education, and inclusion across Canada.
City Council on May 20 and 21, 2026, adopted the following: 1. City Council request the Government of Canada to formally proclaim the month of February as Chinese Canadian Heritage Month nationwide. 2. City Council affirm its commitment to recognizing and celebrating Chinese Heritage Month annually and to supporting initiatives that promote cultural understanding, inclusion, and community engagement across Toronto. 3. City Council forward this motion to the Minister of Canadian Heritage, all Toronto Members of Parliament, the Federation of Canadian Municipalities and the Association of Municipalities of Ontario, as well as to large urban municipalities across Canada.
Staff recommendation as filed
Councillor Lily Cheng, seconded by Councillor Dianne Saxe, recommends that: 1. City Council request the Government of Canada to formally proclaim the month of February as Chinese Canadian Heritage Month nationwide. 2. City Council affirm its commitment to recognizing and celebrating Chinese Heritage Month annually and to supporting initiatives that promote cultural understanding, inclusion, and community engagement across Toronto. 3. City Council forward this motion to the Minister of Canadian Heritage, all Toronto Members of Parliament, the Federation of Canadian Municipalities and the Association of Municipalities of Ontario, as well as to large urban municipalities across Canada.
RM41.7amended
City Council will review the Order Paper.
May 20, 2026: City Council adopted the May 20, 2026, Order Paper as amended and all other items not held on consent. May 21, 2026: City Council adopted the May 21, 2026, Order Paper as amended.
CC41.8adopted
On June 23, 2025, the City received Official Plan and Zoning By-law Amendment applications for 2912 to 2926 Sheppard Avenue East to permit the construction of a 50-storey mixed-use building. The proposed building would have a total gross floor area of approximately 43,370 square metres, consisting of 590 residential dwelling units and 280 square metres of non-residential space. The applicant appealed the City's neglect or failure to make a decision on its applications for Official Plan and Zoning By-law Amendments to the Ontario Land Tribunal on October 23, 2025. City Council adopted an Appeal Report at its meeting on February 4, 2026, directing the City Solicitor to oppose the applications at the Ontario Land Tribunal, and authorizing the City Solicitor and Staff to continue discussions with the applicant to address outstanding issues. The City Solicitor requires further directions for the upcoming Ontario Land Tribunal hearing scheduled to commence on October 20, 2026. This matter is urgent and cannot be deferred.
City Council on May 20 and 21, 2026, adopted the following: 1. City Council adopt the confidential instructions to staff in Confidential Attachment 1 to the report (May 5, 2026) from the City Solicitor. 2. City Council authorize the public release of the confidential instructions to staff in Confidential Attachment 1 and Confidential Appendix A to the report (May 5, 2026) from the City Solicitor. 3. City Council direct that the balance of Confidential Attachment 1 to the report (May 5, 2026) from the City Solicitor remain confidential at the discretion of the City Solicitor, as it contains advice that is subject to solicitor-client privilege. The confidential instructions to staff in Confidential Attachment 1 to the report (May 5, 2026) from the City Solicitor were adopted by City Council and are now public as follows: 1. City Council accept the without prejudice offer to settle dated May 1, 2026, set out in Confidential Appendix A to the report (May 5, 2026) from the City Solicitor and direct the City Solicitor to attend at the Ontario Land Tribunal in support of the settlement. 2. City Council instruct the City Solicitor to request the Ontario Land Tribunal to withhold its Order until the City Solicitor has advised that: a. the final form and content of the Official Plan Amendment and Zoning By-Law Amendment is to the satisfaction of the Executive Director, Development Review, and the City Solicitor; b. the Owner has, at its sole cost and expense: i. submitted a Functional Servicing and Stormwater Management Report, Hydrogeological Report, Hydrogeological Review summary, and a Servicing Report Groundwater Summary to demonstrate that the existing municipal Infrastructure, and any required improvements to it, has adequate capacity and supply to accommodate the development of the lands or required improvements to them to the satisfaction of the Director, Engineering Review, Development Review; ii. secured the design, construction, and provision of financial securities for any new municipal infrastructure, or any upgrades or required improvements to the existing municipal infrastructure identified in the accepted Engineering Reports, to support the development, in a financial secured agreement, all to the satisfaction of the Director, Engineering Review, Development Review; iii. submitted a Transportation Impact Study to the satisfaction of the Director, Engineering Review, Development Review; iv. submitted a Pedestrian Level Wind Study to the satisfaction of the Executive Director, Development Review; v. submitted a revised Noise and Vibration Study, and completed a peer review by a third-party consultant, to the satisfaction of the Executive Director, Development Review; vi. completed a peer review of the Compatibility/Mitigation Study by a third party consultant, to the satisfaction of the Executive Director, Development Review; and vii. met the Toronto Green Standard requirements to the satisfaction of the Executive Director, Development Review. 3. City Council request the owner to continue to have further discussions with City staff regarding the potential for an in-kind contribution in accordance with the City's Community Benefits Charge By-law. 4. City Council authorize the City Solicitor to take all necessary and reasonable actions to implement City Council's decision. Confidential Appendix A to the report (May 5, 2026) from the City Solicitor is now public and can be accessed under Background Information (City Council). The balance of Confidential Attachment 1 to the report (May 5, 2026) from the City Solicitor remains confidential at this time in accordance with the provisions of the City of Toronto Act, 2006, as it contains advice that is subject to solicitor-client privilege. The balance of Confidential Attachment 1 to the report (May 5, 2026) from the City Solicitor will be made public at the discretion of the City Solicitor.
Staff recommendation as filed
The City Solicitor recommends that: 1. City Council adopt the recommendations contained in Confidential Attachment 1 to this report from the City Solicitor. 2. City Council authorize the public release of the confidential recommendations contained in Confidential Attachment 1, along with the entirety of Confidential Appendix A to this report from the City Solicitor, if adopted by City Council. 3. City Council direct that all other information contained in Confidential Attachment 1 to this report from the City Solicitor is to remain confidential at the discretion of the City Solicitor, as it contains advice which is subject to solicitor-client privilege.
MM41.8adopted
Across several multiplex sites, neighbourhood concerns have been raised about repeated by-law violations and problematic building practices. City staff from various divisions have been working to address these concerns, including those related to tree protection, construction practices, and noise by-laws. Residents have expressed frustration with the impacts on neighbourhood safety and confidence in City oversight. Community concerns have also been raised about the accuracy and integrity of materials submitted through the Committee of Adjustment process. In addition, the City has been made aware of alleged instances where demolition or construction proceeded without required permits, as well as community complaints regarding work occurring outside permitted hours. This motion builds upon current initiatives and ongoing operations, reinforcing existing direction to further deter future violations.
City Council on May 20 and 21, 2026, adopted the following: 1. City Council request the Executive Director, Environment, Climate and Forestry to report on the status of tree by-law enforcement actions, when appropriate, and for the 2027 Tree By-law Report to include information on the Compliance and Enforcement Enhancements providing a sufficient deterrent to tree by-law contraventions. 2. City Council request the Chief Building Official and Executive Director, Toronto Building, in consultation with the Executive Director, Municipal Licensing and Standards, the Executive Director, Environment, Climate and Forestry, and the Executive Director, Development Review, to identify opportunities to strengthen the City's Residential Infill Strategy, to encourage good construction practices through education and enforcement, improved communication with residents and improved complaint management to address the issue of property damage as a result of construction activity on adjacent properties.
Staff recommendation as filed
Councillor Alejandra Bravo, seconded by Councillor Rachel Chernos Lin, recommends that: 1. City Council request the Executive Director, Environment, Climate and Forestry to report on the status of tree by-law enforcement actions, when appropriate, and for the 2027 Tree By-law Report to include information on the Compliance and Enforcement Enhancements providing a sufficient deterrent to tree by-law contraventions. 2. City Council request the Chief Building Official and Executive Director, Toronto Building, in consultation with the Executive Director, Municipal Licensing and Standards, the Executive Director, Environment, Climate and Forestry, and the Executive Director, Development Review, to identify opportunities to strengthen the City's Residential Infill Strategy, to encourage good construction practices through education and enforcement, improved communication with residents and improved complaint management to address the issue of property damage as a result of construction activity on adjacent properties.
CC41.9amended
5051 to 5061 Yonge Street - Ontario Land Tribunal Hearing - Request for Directions
On December 14, 2020, the City received Zoning By-law and Official Plan Amendment applications for 5051 to 5061 Yonge Street to permit the construction of a 42 storey (135 metres excluding mechanical penthouse) mixed-use building with non-residential uses on the first 6 storeys, and residential uses above, with a total of 350 units. On October 26, 2022, a revised application was submitted proposing a 39 storey (126 metres excluding mechanical penthouse) mixed use building with non-residential uses on the first two storeys, and residential uses above with a total of 365 units. The applicant appealed City Council's neglect or failure to make a decision on its application for the Official Plan and Zoning By-law Amendments, to the Ontario Land Tribunal on January 18, 2023. A ten-day Ontario Land Tribunal hearing was scheduled to commence on May 15, 2024, but was adjourned by the applicant so that further direction could be sought from City Council. On July 24, 2024, City Council adopted item DM20.1, accepting a settlement offer for the Site, which proposed a 55-Storey building with a tower floorplate of 766 square metres, containing 2,135 square metres of non-residential gross floor area. At that Council meeting, a further recommendation was added by way of motion to secure an in-kind CBC contribution consisting of an onsite community space of at least 604 square metres. The City Solicitor requires further directions on this matter, as it remains under appeal, and the applicant has proposed changes to its proposal.
City Council on May 20 and 21, 2026, adopted the following: 1. City Council adopt the confidential instructions to staff in Confidential Attachment 1 to the report (May 5, 2026) from the City Solicitor, as amended by motion 1. 2. City Council authorize the public release of the confidential instructions to staff in Confidential Attachment 1 to the report (May 5, 2026) from the City Solicitor, as amended by motion 1. 3. City Council direct that the balance of Confidential Attachment 1 to the report (May 5, 2026) from the City Solicitor remain confidential at the discretion of the City Solicitor, as it contains advice that is subject to solicitor-client privilege. The confidential instructions to staff in Confidential Attachment 1 to the report (May 5, 2026) from the City Solicitor, as amended by motion 1, were adopted by City Council and are now public as follows: 1. City Council accept the with prejudice offer to settle dated April 23, 2026 set out in Attachment 1 to the report (May 5, 2026) from the City Solicitor and related Revised Plans set out in Attachment 2 to the report (May 5, 2026) from the City Solicitor (collectively, the "Revised Settlement Offer"), and direct the City Solicitor to attend at the Ontario Land Tribunal in support of the settlement. 2. City Council instruct the City Solicitor to request the Ontario Land Tribunal to withhold its Order until the City Solicitor has advised that: a. the final form and content of proposed Official Plan and Zoning By-law Amendments are to the satisfaction of the Executive Director, Development Review and the City Solicitor; b. the owner has submitted a revised travel demand management plan acceptable to, and to the satisfaction of, the Executive Director, Development Review and the General Manager, Transportation Services; c. the owner has submitted an updated Pedestrian Level Wind Study - Wind Tunnel Study, including the identification of any required mitigation measures to be implemented and secured, to the satisfaction of the Executive Director, Development Review; d. the owner has submitted an updated Soil Volume Plan and Landscape Plan, to the satisfaction of the Executive Director, Environment, Climate and Forestry; e. the owner has made satisfactory arrangements with Engineering and Construction Services and entered into the appropriate agreement with the City for the design and construction of any improvements to the municipal infrastructure, should it be determined that upgrades are required to the infrastructure to support this development, according to the Functional Servicing Report accepted by the Chief Engineer and Executive Director, Engineering and Construction Services; and f. in the event that the updated servicing reports identify necessary upgrades to the servicing or functional items, the owner has entered into a financially secured agreement(s) for the construction of any such improvements all to be completed at no cost to the City and to the satisfaction of the Chief Engineer and Executive Director, Engineering and Construction Services or, alternatively, a holding provision may be required in the implementing zoning by-law amendment(s) to ensure the necessary infrastructure is in place before any development can proceed. 3. City Council authorize the City Solicitor to take all necessary and reasonable actions to implement City Council's decision. 4. City Council request the Mayor, as part of the 2027 Budget process, to allocate 100 percent of the Community Benefits Charges funds collected from the development at 5051 to 5061 Yonge Street to park improvements at Willowdale Park North located at 38 Empress Avenue in consultation with the local Councillor, through the annual budget process immediately following the payment of the funds to the City. The balance of Confidential Attachment 1 to the report (May 5, 2026) from the City Solicitor remains confidential at this time in accordance with the provisions of the City of Toronto Act, 2006, as it contains advice that is subject to solicitor-client privilege. The balance of Confidential Attachment 1 to the report (May 5, 2026) from the City Solicitor will be made public at the discretion of the City Solicitor.
Staff recommendation as filed
The City Solicitor recommends that: 1. City Council adopt the recommendations contained in Confidential Attachment 1 to this report from the City Solicitor. 2. City Council authorize the public release of the confidential recommendations contained in Confidential Attachment 1 to this report from the City Solicitor, if adopted by City Council. 3. City Council direct that all other information contained in Confidential Attachment 1 to this report from the City Solicitor is to remain confidential at the discretion of the City Solicitor, as it contains advice which is subject to solicitor-client privilege.
MM41.9adopted
The Canada-United States-Mexico Agreement provides a stable and predictable framework for North American trade and investment, supporting approximately $2.7 trillion Canadian dollar in annual trilateral trade. The Great Lakes and St. Lawrence River Region represents the third-largest economy in the world, generating 30 percent of economic activity in both Canada and the United States. This motion is brought forward to support a resolution originally submitted by the City of St. Catharines, which was subsequently adopted by the Great Lakes and St. Lawrence Cities Initiative at its Board Meeting during the 2026 Annual Conference on May 6, 2026. By adopting these recommendations, the City of Toronto formally supports the City of St. Catharines' proposed resolution and the Cities Initiative's efforts to ensure the upcoming July 1, 2026, Six-Year Joint Review of Canada-United States-Mexico Agreement reinforces regional supply-chain resiliency and economic competitiveness.
City Council on May 20 and 21, 2026, adopted the following: 1. City Council request the Federal Government of Canada to preserve the Canada-United States-Mexico Agreement during the 2026 Joint Review and prioritize the operationalization of provisions that impact supply-chain resiliency and economic competitiveness and advise the Federal Government that City Council: a. supports the effective implementation of the Canada-United States-Mexico Agreement provisions related to market access and investment certainty, specifically those outlined in Chapter 2 (National Treatment and Market Access for Goods) and Chapter 14 (Investment), to maintain long-term economic stability in Toronto; and b. supports the active use of the Canada-United States-Mexico Agreement's institutional cooperation mechanisms, such as the North American Competitiveness Committee (Chapter 26), to encourage regional investment and regulatory transparency. 2. City Council urge the Federal Government of Canada to continue investing in strategic customs clearance capacity at regional ports, consistent with Chapter 7 (Customs Administration and Trade Facilitation), to facilitate robust maritime commerce throughout the Great Lakes-St. Lawrence Seaway. 3. City Council request the City Manager to engage with relevant stakeholders and regional partners to provide a Toronto-based perspective on the evolution of the Canada-United States-Mexico Agreement to ensure the agreement delivers tangible benefits to the local business community. 4. City Council forward this motion to: a. the Honourable Dominic LeBlanc, Minister responsible for Canada-U.S. Trade, Intergovernmental Affairs, Internal Trade and One Canadian Economy; b. Mayor Mat Siscoe, City of St. Catharines, Ontario, Co-Chair - Cities Initiative Board of Directors; c. Mayor Cavalier Johnson, City of Milwaukee, Wisconsin, Co-Chair - Cities Initiative Board of Directors; and d. Jonathan Altenberg, President and Chief Executive Officer, Great Lakes and St. Lawrence Cities Initiative.
Staff recommendation as filed
Councillor Paul Ainslie, seconded by Mayor Olivia Chow, recommends that: 1. City Council request the Federal Government of Canada to preserve the Canada-United States-Mexico Agreement during the 2026 Joint Review and prioritize the operationalization of provisions that impact supply-chain resiliency and economic competitiveness and advise the Federal Government that City Council: a. supports the effective implementation of the Canada-United States-Mexico Agreement provisions related to market access and investment certainty, specifically those outlined in Chapter 2 (National Treatment and Market Access for Goods) and Chapter 14 (Investment), to maintain long-term economic stability in Toronto; and b. supports the active use of the Canada-United States-Mexico Agreement's institutional cooperation mechanisms, such as the North American Competitiveness Committee (Chapter 26), to encourage regional investment and regulatory transparency. 2. City Council urge the Federal Government of Canada to continue investing in strategic customs clearance capacity at regional ports, consistent with Chapter 7 (Customs Administration and Trade Facilitation), to facilitate robust maritime commerce throughout the Great Lakes-St. Lawrence Seaway. 3. City Council request the City Manager to engage with relevant stakeholders and regional partners to provide a Toronto-based perspective on the evolution of the Canada-United States-Mexico Agreement to ensure the agreement delivers tangible benefits to the local business community. 4. City Council forward this motion to: a. the Honourable Minister Dominic LeBlanc, Minister responsible for Canada-U.S. Trade, Intergovernmental Affairs, Internal Trade and One Canadian Economy; b. the Mayor Mat Siscoe, City of St. Catharines, Ontario, Co-Chair - Cities Initiative Board of Directors; c. the Mayor Cavalier Johnson, City of Milwaukee, Wisconsin, Co-Chair - Cities Initiative Board of Directors; and d. Jonathan Altenberg, President and Chief Executive Officer, Great Lakes and St. Lawrence Cities Initiative.
CC41.10adopted
112 Walmer Road - Development Charges Complaint and Parkland Levy Appeal - Request for Directions
On August 29, 2024, the City received a complaint from 1000229415 Ontario Inc., pursuant to Section 20 of the Development Charges Act, 1997, S.O. 1997, c. 27, for 112 Walmer Road regarding the payment of development charges as well as an appeal of the cash-in-lieu of parkland payment made to the City pursuant to section 42 of the Planning Act. The complaint and appeals derive from a development of a fourplex plus a garden suite, totalling five units on the subject property. The City Solicitor requires further directions. For reasons set out in Confidential Attachment 1, this matter is urgent and cannot be deferred.
City Council on May 20 and 21, 2026, adopted the following: 1. City Council adopt the confidential instructions to staff in Confidential Attachment 1 to the report (May 6, 2026) from the City Solicitor. 2. City Council direct that Confidential Attachment 1 and Confidential Appendix A to the report (May 6, 2026) from the City Solicitor remain confidential at the discretion of the City Solicitor, as they contain advice and information that is subject to solicitor-client privilege. Confidential Attachment 1 and Confidential Appendix A to the report (May 6, 2026) from the City Solicitor remain confidential at this time in accordance with the provisions of the City of Toronto Act, 2006, as they contain advice and information that is subject to solicitor-client privilege. Confidential Attachment 1 and Confidential Appendix A to the report (May 6, 2026) from the City Solicitor will be made public at the discretion of the City Solicitor.
Staff recommendation as filed
The City Solicitor recommends that: 1. City Council adopt the recommendations contained in the Confidential Attachment 1 to this report from the City Solicitor. 2. City Council direct that the confidential recommendations and all other information contained in Confidential Attachment 1 and Confidential Appendix A to this report from the City Solicitor is to remain confidential, at the discretion of the City Solicitor, as it contains advice and information which is subject to solicitor-client privilege.
MM41.10amended
In response to a community petition requesting seasonal off-leash dog hours at Bluffer's Park, our office is bringing forward this motion to explore whether the West Beach area could safely and effectively accommodate limited off-leash use during appropriate times of year, while continuing to support the wide range of recreational activities already taking place in the park. With Scarborough still awaiting additional formal off-leash areas, this proposal represents an interim opportunity to encourage year-round community use of the waterfront, while creating space for residents to exercise and socialize with their dogs off leash in a welcoming, appropriate setting.
City Council on May 20 and 21, 2026, adopted the following: 1. City Council request the General Manager, Parks and Recreation, to assess if the West Beach and East Beach in Bluffer's Park meet the required criteria in the City's Dog Off-Leash Area Strategy, and if either beach location is considered feasible, and available funding is confirmed, in consultation with the local Councillor, to proceed with community engagement about an off-leash area as part of the forthcoming Bluffer's Park Action Plan process and to include the outcome in future staff reports on the Bluffer's Park Action Plan.
Staff recommendation as filed
Councillor Parthi Kandavel, seconded by Councillor Dianne Saxe, recommends that: 1. City Council request the General Manager, Parks and Recreation, to assess if the West Beach in Bluffer's Park meets the required criteria in the City's Dog Off-Leash Area Strategy, and, if the West Beach location is considered feasible, and available funding is confirmed, in consultation with the local Councillor, to proceed with community engagement about an off-leash area as part of the forthcoming Bluffer's Park Action Plan process and to include the outcome in future staff reports on the Bluffer's Park Action Plan.
CC41.11adopted
2 to 4 and 80 Union Street - Ontario Land Tribunal Hearing - Request for Directions
On November 16, 2021, the City received an Official Plan and Zoning By-Law Amendment application to permit the redesignation of the lands at 2 to 4 and 80 Union Street from Core Employment Areas to Mixed Use Areas. The application proposed three mixed-use buildings, ranging in height between 39 and 49 storeys, containing commercial, office, retail and residential uses. On April 23, 2025, the applicant appealed the Official Plan and Zoning By-law Amendment application to the Ontario Land Tribunal due to Council not making a decision within the timeframe prescribed by the Planning Act. The Ontario Land Tribunal held the first Case Management Conference on June 27, 2025 and a second Case Management Conference on October 20, 2025. The City Solicitor requires further directions for the upcoming ten-day Ontario Land Tribunal hearing scheduled to commence on July 13, 2026. For reasons set out in Confidential Attachment 1, this matter is urgent and should not be deferred.
City Council on May 20 and 21, 2026, adopted the following: 1. City Council adopt the confidential instructions to staff in Confidential Attachment 1 to the report (May 7, 2026) from the City Solicitor. 2. City Council authorize the public release of the confidential instructions to staff in Confidential Attachment 1 and Confidential Appendix A to the report (May 7, 2026) from the City Solicitor. 3. City Council direct that the balance of Confidential Attachment 1 to the report (May 7, 2026) from the City Solicitor remain confidential at the discretion of the City Solicitor, as it contains advice that is subject to solicitor-client privilege. The confidential instructions to staff in Confidential Attachment 1 to the report (May 7, 2026) from the City Solicitor were adopted by City Council and are now public as follows: 1. City Council accept the without prejudice offer to settle dated May 7, 2026 ("the Settlement Offer") set out in Confidential Appendix A to the report (May 7, 2026) from the City Solicitor and direct the City Solicitor to attend at the Ontario Land Tribunal in support of the settlement. 2. Should the Ontario Land Tribunal allow the Appeals in whole or in part, City Council authorize the City Solicitor to request the Ontario Land Tribunal to withhold the issuance of its final Order on the Appeals pursuant to the following conditions: a. the final form and content of the draft Official Plan Amendment is to the satisfaction of the Executive Director, Development Review and the City Solicitor; b. the final form and content of the draft Zoning By-law Amendment is to the satisfaction of the Executive Director, Development Review and the City Solicitor; c. the Owner has, at their sole cost and expense: i. submitted a revised Functional Servicing, Stormwater Management, and Hydrogeological Reports for review and acceptance to the satisfaction of the Director, Engineering Review, Development Review, in consultation with the General Manager, Toronto Water; the reports will determine whether the municipal water and fire flow, sanitary and storm sewer capacity can support the proposed development and whether upgrades or improvements of the existing municipal infrastructure are required; and ii. entered into a financially secured agreement for the construction of any improvements to the municipal infrastructure, to the satisfaction of the Executive Director, Development Review and the City Solicitor, should it be determined that upgrades and/or road improvements are required to support the development, according to the accepted Transportation Impact Study and/or the accepted Functional Servicing Report (which for greater clarity shall not include any construction, security or conveyance of any kind related to the Transportation Master Plan, including, but not limited to, any improvements to Union Street or the future St. Clair - Old Weston Station site). d. the Owner has submitted a revised Transportation Impact Study, including Transportation Demand Management Plan, to the satisfaction of the Executive Director, Development Review and the General Manager, Transportation Services; e. the Owner has submitted a Rail Safety and Risk Mitigation Report, revised if necessary, that has been peer reviewed by a third-party consultant, to the satisfaction of the Executive Director, Development Review; f. the Owner has submitted a revised Noise and Vibration Study, including peer review by a third-party consultant, to the satisfaction of the Executive Director, Development Review; g. the Owner has submitted a phasing plan to demonstrate the order in which the various elements of development would be delivered, in conjunction with planned improvements from the St. Clair Avenue West Area TMP, to the satisfaction of the Executive Director, Development Review; h. the Owner has submitted a revised Pedestrian Level Wind Study and the results of the study, including mitigation of adverse wind effects, are to the satisfaction of the Chief Planner and Executive Director, City Planning and the Executive Director, Development Review; the wind study shall not recommend wind barriers in the public realm as a mitigation measure to achieve satisfactory wind effects; and i. the Owner has submitted a revised Arborist Report, Soil Volume Plan, and Tree Preservation Plan to the satisfaction of the Executive Director, Environment, Climate and Forestry. 3. City Council authorize that pursuant to Section 42 of the Planning Act, the entire parkland dedication requirement shall be satisfied through a payment of cash-in-lieu of parkland to the satisfaction of the Executive Director, Development Review. 4. City Council authorize the City Solicitor to take all necessary and reasonable actions to implement City Council's decision. Confidential Appendix A to the report (May 7, 2026) from the City Solicitor is now public and can be accessed under Background Information (City Council). The balance of Confidential Attachment 1 to the report (May 7, 2026) from the City Solicitor remains confidential at this time in accordance with the provisions of the City of Toronto Act, 2006, as it contains advice that is subject to solicitor-client privilege. The balance of Confidential Attachment 1 to the report (May 7, 2026) from the City Solicitor will be made public at the discretion of the City Solicitor.
Staff recommendation as filed
The City Solicitor recommends that: 1. City Council adopt the recommendations contained in Confidential Attachment 1 to this report from the City Solicitor. 2. City Council authorize the public release of the confidential recommendations contained in Confidential Attachment 1, along with the entirety of Confidential Appendix A to this report from the City Solicitor, if adopted by City Council. 3. City Council direct that all other information contained in Confidential Attachment 1 to this report from the City Solicitor is to remain confidential at the discretion of the City Solicitor, as it contains advice which is subject to solicitor-client privilege.
MM41.11adopted
First approved by City Council in 2004, the Policy for Community Tennis Club Operations establishes Community Tennis Clubs as partners in the delivery of tennis programming across the City. The policy guides the operation of Community Tennis Clubs and includes specific requirements for permits, public hours, and the mutual responsibilities of the Community Tennis Clubs and Parks and Recreation in maintaining the courts at Community Tennis Club locations. Under the policy, Community Tennis Clubs establish and maintain capital reserve funds to make capital repairs and improvements to the Community Tennis Club assets. Wanless Park Community Tennis Club is a Community Tennis Club operating at 250 Wanless Ave, within Wanless Park in Ward 15, Don Valley West, consisting of five hard courts. Using its capital reserve fund, the Club is proposing to dig out and rebuild two courts in Fall 2026 and resurface all five courts in Spring 2027. This project would be delivered through a construction and donation agreement with Parks and Recreation. The total in-kind donation amount for the project is valued up to $319,000. Under City Council's Donations to the City of Toronto for Community Benefits Policy, Council authority is required to accept donations over $0.050 million. The proposed scope of work for Wanless Park Community Tennis Club has been reviewed and approved by staff. No costs will be incurred by Parks and Recreation for the court refurbishment, and ongoing maintenance will be covered as per the Policy for Outdoor Community Tennis Club Operations.
City Council on May 20 and 21, 2026, adopted the following: 1. City Council authorize the General Manager, Parks and Recreation to accept the in-kind donation of up to $319,000 from Wanless Park Community Tennis Club for the purposes of refurbishing tennis courts at Wanless Park in 2026 and 2027, in compliance with the Policy for Outdoor Community Tennis Club Operations and the City's Donation Policy. 2. City Council authorize the General Manager, Parks and Recreation to execute an agreement with Wanless Park Community Tennis Club to facilitate refurbishment of the tennis courts at Wanless Park in 2026 and 2027, on terms and conditions satisfactory to the General Manager, Parks and Recreation, in a form and content satisfactory to the City Solicitor, and in accordance with City policies applicable to capital projects, including compliance with the City's Fair Wage Policy and other procurement policies, as well as the City's Labour Trades Contractual Obligations in the Construction Industry, if applicable.
Staff recommendation as filed
Councillor Rachel Chernos Lin, seconded by Councillor Mike Colle, recommends that: 1. City Council authorize the General Manager, Parks and Recreation to accept the in-kind donation of up to $319,000 from Wanless Park Community Tennis Club for the purposes of refurbishing tennis courts at Wanless Park in 2026 and 2027, in compliance with the Policy for Outdoor Community Tennis Club Operations and the City's Donation Policy. 2. City Council authorize the General Manager, Parks and Recreation to execute an agreement with Wanless Park Community Tennis Club to facilitate refurbishment of the tennis courts at Wanless Park in 2026 and 2027, on terms and conditions satisfactory to the General Manager, Parks and Recreation, in a form and content satisfactory to the City Solicitor, and in accordance with City policies applicable to capital projects, including compliance with the City's Fair Wage Policy and other procurement policies, as well as the City's Labour Trades Contractual Obligations in the Construction Industry, if applicable.
CC41.12adopted
The purpose of this report is to request instructions in respect of the proceedings before the Ontario Land Tribunal. On April 7, 2025, the applicant appealed the proposed Zoning By-law Amendment application for 1149 and 1153 Queen Street West to the Tribunal as a result of Council's refusal of the applications within the time prescribed by the Planning Act.
City Council on May 20 and 21, 2026, adopted the following: 1. City Council adopt the confidential instructions to staff in Confidential Attachment 1 to the report (May 7, 2026) from the City Solicitor. 2. City Council authorize the public release of the confidential instructions to staff in Confidential Attachment 1 and Confidential Appendices A and B to the report (May 7, 2026) from the City Solicitor. 3. City Council direct that the balance of Confidential Attachment 1 to the report (May 7, 2026) from the City Solicitor remain confidential at the discretion of the City Solicitor, as it is about litigation before the Ontario Land Tribunal and contains advice or communications that are subject to solicitor-client privilege. The confidential instructions to staff in Confidential Attachment 1 to the report (May 7, 2026) from the City Solicitor were adopted by City Council and are now public as follows: 1. City Council accept the without prejudice settlement offer set out in Confidential Appendix A to the report (May 7, 2026) from the City Solicitor and support a revised proposal that is substantially in accordance with the plans and drawings in Confidential Appendix B to the report (May 7, 2026) from the City Solicitor for the lands municipally known as 1149 and 1153 Queen Street West (together the "Settlement Offer") and subject to the Parts below. 2. City Council authorize the City Solicitor and appropriate City Staff to attend the Ontario Land Tribunal (the "Tribunal") hearing on this matter in support of the Settlement Offer for the lands municipally known as 1149 and 1153 Queen Street West (the "Development Site"). 3. City Council instruct the City Solicitor to request the Ontario Land Tribunal to withhold its Order on the Official Plan Amendment and Zoning By-law Amendment until such time as the Tribunal has been advised by the City Solicitor that: a. the final form and content of the draft Zoning By-law Amendment is satisfactory to the Executive Director, Development Review and the City Solicitor; b. the owner has, at its sole expense: i. submitted a revised Servicing Report and Stormwater Management Report, Hydrogeological Review, including the Foundation Drainage Report ("Engineering Reports") to the satisfaction of the Director, Engineering Review; ii. secured the design and provided financial securities in respect of any upgrades or required improvements to the existing municipal infrastructure identified in the accepted Engineering Reports, to support the development, all to the satisfaction of the Director, Engineering Review, should it be determined that improvements or upgrades are required to support the development, according to the Engineering Reports accepted by the Director, Engineering Review; iii. ensured that implementation of the accepted Engineering Reports does not require changes to the proposed amending By-law or that any required changes have been made to the proposed amending By-law to the satisfaction of the Executive Director, Development Review, including the use of a Holding ("H") By-law symbol regarding any new municipal servicing infrastructure or upgrades to existing municipal servicing infrastructure, as may be required; c. City Council has approved Rental Housing Demolition Application (file 24 238689 STE 09 RH) under Chapter 667 of the Toronto Municipal Code, pursuant to Section 111 of the City of Toronto Act, 2006, to permit the demolition of the existing rental dwelling units and the owner has entered into, and registered on title to the lands, an agreement pursuant to Section 111 of the City of Toronto Act, 2006, to the satisfaction of the Chief Planner and Executive Director, City Planning and the City Solicitor, securing all rental housing related matters, including tenant relocation assistance, necessary to implement City Council's decision. 4. City Council authorize the City Solicitor and appropriate City staff to take any necessary and reasonable steps to implement City Council's decision. Confidential Appendices A and B to the report (May 7, 2026) from the City Solicitor are now public and can be accessed under Background Information (City Council). The balance of Confidential Attachment 1 to the report (May 7, 2026) from the City Solicitor remains confidential at this time in accordance with the provisions of the City of Toronto Act, 2006, as it is about litigation before the Ontario Land Tribunal and contains advice or communications that are subject to solicitor-client privilege. The balance of Confidential Attachment 1 to the report (May 7, 2026) from the City Solicitor will be made public at the discretion of the City Solicitor.
Staff recommendation as filed
The City Solicitor recommends that: 1. City Council adopt the confidential instructions to staff contained in Confidential Attachment 1 to this report from the City Solicitor. 2. City Council authorize the public release of the confidential instructions to staff contained in Confidential Attachment 1, along with the entirety of Confidential Appendices A and B to this report from the City Solicitor, if adopted by City Council. 3. City Council direct that all other information contained in Confidential Attachment 1 to this report from the City Solicitor is to remain confidential at the discretion of the City Solicitor, as it is about litigation before the Ontario Land Tribunal and contains advice or communications that are subject to solicitor-client privilege.
MM41.12adopted
At its meeting on October 1 and 4, 2021, Toronto City Council adopted Item 2021.CC36.6 approving a Zoning By-law application to permit a 34-storey mixed-use building located at 83 to 97 River Street and 2 to 4 Labatt Avenue, which included allocating a cash contribution towards community benefits that was subsequently implemented in a Section 37 Agreement. The applicant would like to provide an EarlyON facility on-site in lieu of a portion of the cash contribution secured in the Section 37 Agreement.
City Council on May 20 and 21, 2026, adopted the following: 1. City Council request the Executive Director, Development Review, in consultation with appropriate City Divisions, to initiate appropriate amendments to Zoning By-law 122-2023(OLT) for the property municipally known as 83 to 97 River Street and 2 to 4 Labatt Avenue, to enable the provision of an on-site EarlyON centre in lieu of a portion of the cash contribution previously secured, with any remaining contribution to be directed to priorities on-site or in the ward. 2. City Council direct the Executive Director, Development Review to hold a public consultation on the proposed amendment and report back with recommendations with respect to a Zoning By-law Amendment in the second quarter of 2026.
Staff recommendation as filed
Councillor Chris Moise, seconded by Councillor Josh Matlow, recommends that: 1. City Council request the Executive Director, Development Review, in consultation with appropriate City Divisions, to initiate appropriate amendments to Zoning By-law 122-2023(OLT) for the property municipally known as 83 to 97 River Street and 2 to 4 Labatt Avenue, to enable the provision of an on-site EarlyON centre in lieu of a portion of the cash contribution previously secured, with any remaining contribution to be directed to priorities on-site or in the ward. 2. City Council direct the Executive Director, Development Review to hold a public consultation on the proposed amendment and report back with recommendations with respect to a Zoning By-law Amendment in the second quarter of 2026.
CC41.13adopted
On April 17 and 18, 2024, City Council approved a settlement on a mixed use application at 151 and 161 to 181 Mulock Avenue and 6 Lloyd Avenue to permit the construction of a mixed-use development of two residential towers and a free standing office building. On July 18, 2024, the Ontario Land Tribunal approved the settlement subject to the satisfaction of certain pre-conditions by the applicant which remain outstanding. On November 12 and 13, 2025, City Council adopted a with prejudice settlement offer of an outstanding appeal to OPA 231 by the applicant with respect to the Site to permit affordable housing on the previously non-residential component of the Site. The City Solicitor requires further directions with respect to a review of the Decision that has been requested by the appellant.
City Council on May 20 and 21, 2026, adopted the following: 1. City Council adopt the confidential instructions to staff in Confidential Attachment 1 to the report (May 8, 2026) from the City Solicitor. 2. City Council authorize the public release of the confidential instructions to staff in Confidential Attachment 1 to the report (May 8, 2026) from the City Solicitor. 3. City Council direct that the balance of Confidential Attachment 1 to the report (May 8, 2026) from the City Solicitor remain confidential at the discretion of the City Solicitor, as it contains advice that is subject to solicitor-client privilege. The confidential instructions to staff in Confidential Attachment 1 to the report (May 8, 2026) from the City Solicitor were adopted by City Council and are now public as follows: 1. City Council consent to Berkley Carlyle (Junction) Inc. filing a request to review the Ontario Land Tribunal's decision of July 18, 2024, with respect to the appeal of the Zoning By-law Amendment application for 151 and 161-181 Mulock Avenue and 6 Lloyd Avenue pursuant to Rule 25 of the Tribunal's Rules of Practice and Procedure. 2. City Council authorize the City Solicitor to take all necessary and reasonable actions to implement City Council's decision. 3. Should the Ontario Land Tribunal grant the review request in whole or in part, the following pre-condition be added to the existing pre-conditions to the issuance of the Tribunal's Order: The owner at their sole cost and expense shall enter into an agreement with the City to construct or cause the construction of and provide and maintain on the lands affordable housing in accordance with the Official Plan Amendment approved by the Ontario Land Tribunal in its decision/order in OLT Case Number OLT-22-002852 dated February 23, 2026 on such terms and conditions satisfactory to the Chief Planner and Executive Director, City Planning. Such agreement shall be registered on title to the lands in priority and in a manner satisfactory to the City Solicitor. The Owner shall also register a restriction under s.118 of the Land Titles Act agreeing not to transfer or charge the lands comprising the affordable housing units without the written consent of the Chief Planner and Executive Director, City Planning or their designate to ensure that the obligations in the agreement to construct and maintain the affordable housing continue concurrent with or prior to the registration of the agreement on title to the lands. The balance of Confidential Attachment 1 to the report (May 8, 2026) from the City Solicitor remains confidential at this time in accordance with the provisions of the City of Toronto Act, 2006, as it contains advice that is subject to solicitor-client privilege. The balance of Confidential Attachment 1 to the report (May 8, 2026) from the City Solicitor will be made public at the discretion of the City Solicitor.
Staff recommendation as filed
The City Solicitor recommends that: 1. City Council adopt the recommendations contained in Confidential Attachment 1 to this report from the City Solicitor. 2. City Council authorize the public release of the confidential recommendations contained in Confidential Attachment 1 to this report from the City Solicitor, if adopted by City Council. 3. City Council direct that all other information contained in Confidential Attachment 1 to this report from the City Solicitor is to remain confidential at the discretion of the City Solicitor, as it contains advice which is subject to solicitor-client privilege.
MM41.13adopted
In May 2025, Bike Share Toronto launched a pilot project on Toronto Island, introducing service to this destination park for the first time. This program aligned with the goal of enhancing access on Toronto Island park for all users, and was implemented in coordination with Parks staff from Toronto Island Park Plan team. Six Bike Share stations at Centre Island, Ward's Island, Hanlan's Point Beach and Gibraltar Point were installed for the pilot. The program was successful with users, with over 216,000 trips started on Toronto Island between May and October 2025. In this first year, the Centre Island Ferry Dock and Ward's Island Ferry Dock station were respectively the first and third most used stations in the entire Bike Share system in 2025. Following the summer season, City staff have taken feedback from stakeholders on the use in the first year. Several enhancements to the program have been identified to manage the use of Bike Share in the unique conditions of Toronto Island, including its residential communities. These recommendations should be implemented this season, to support a successful program.
City Council on May 20 and 21, 2026, adopted the following: 1. City Council request the Toronto Parking Authority Board of Directors to request the President, Toronto Parking Authority, in consultation with the General Manager, Parks and Recreation starting in the 2026 operating season, to: a. provide clear education for cyclist behavior with Bike Share rental on Toronto Island including valet assisted on-the-ground direction; b. ensure BikeShare takes steps to avoid adverse environmental impacts including to turtle populations when siting BikeShare stations or other infrastructure on Toronto Island; c. minimize the use of internal combustion vehicles for servicing Bike Share stations on Toronto Island; d. coordinate signage that reinforces identification of residential community areas on Toronto Island; and e. provide suggested routes for BikeShare on Toronto Island that avoids disruption to the residential community.
Staff recommendation as filed
Deputy Mayor Ausma Malik, seconded by Councillor Paula Fletcher, recommends that: 1. City Council request the Toronto Parking Authority Board of Directors to request the President, Toronto Parking Authority, in consultation with the General Manager, Parks and Recreation starting in the 2026 operating season, to: a. provide clear education for cyclist behavior with Bike Share rental on Toronto Island including valet assisted on-the-ground direction; b. ensure BikeShare takes steps to avoid adverse environmental impacts including to turtle populations when siting BikeShare stations or other infrastructure on Toronto Island; c. minimize the use of internal combustion vehicles for servicing Bike Share stations on Toronto Island; d. coordinate signage that reinforces identification of residential community areas on Toronto Island; and e. provide suggested routes for BikeShare on Toronto Island that avoids disruption to the residential community.
CC41.14adopted
155 St Dennis Drive - Ontario Land Tribunal Hearing - Request for Directions
On March 6, 2023 the City received a Zoning By-law and Official Plan Amendment application for 155 St. Dennis Drive to permit the construction of four (4) residential towers ranging in height between 42 to 56 storeys linked by a 2-storey base building. The development proposes 2,170 residential units, 135,413 square metres of residential gross floor area, and approximately 348 square metres of non-residential gross floor area. The application proposes that 5 percent of the residential gross floor area (approximately 6,771 square metres) would be allocated to affordable housing. The site has an overall area of 169,361 square metres, of which, the applicant proposes to develop 7,643 square metres of the site with residential towers, and the remainder of the lands, approximately 16 hectares, would be conveyed to a public agency as open space. A total of 405 vehicle parking spaces are proposed in 4 levels of underground parking. The application was deemed complete as of August 1, 2023. City Council refused the applications at its meeting of November 8, 2023 and the applicant appealed that refusal, to the Ontario Land Tribunal on November 24, 2023. Following an approximately 5 week hearing, the Ontario Land Tribunal approved the applications to amend the Official Plan and Zoning by-law in a decision dated October 10, 2025. City Council has directed the City Solicitor to seek leave to appeal the decision to the Divisional Court, as well as to seek judicial review of the decision. The City Solicitor requires further instruction on this matter. For reasons set out in Confidential Attachment 1 this matter is urgent and should not be deferred.
City Council on May 20 and 21, 2026, adopted the following: 1. City Council adopt the confidential instructions to staff in Confidential Attachment 1 to the report (May 8, 2026) from the City Solicitor. 2. City Council direct that Confidential Attachment 1 and Confidential Appendix A to the report (May 8, 2026) from the City Solicitor remain confidential at the discretion of the City Solicitor, as they contain advice and information that is subject to solicitor-client privilege. Confidential Attachment 1 and Confidential Appendix A to the report (May 8, 2026) from the City Solicitor remain confidential at this time in accordance with the provisions of the City of Toronto Act, 2006, as they contain advice and information that is subject to solicitor-client privilege. Confidential Attachment 1 and Confidential Appendix A to the report (May 8, 2026) from the City Solicitor will be made public at the discretion of the City Solicitor.
Staff recommendation as filed
The City Solicitor recommends that: 1. City Council adopt the recommendations contained in Confidential Attachment 1 to this report from the City Solicitor. 2. City Council direct that the confidential recommendations contained in Confidential Attachment 1, all other information contained in Confidential Attachment 1, and Confidential Appendix A to this report from the City Solicitor are to remain confidential at the discretion of the City Solicitor, as they contain advice and information which is subject to solicitor-client privilege.
MM41.14adopted
The PlazaPOV study was launched to better understand the role strip plazas play as economic, social, and community hubs across Toronto's neighbourhoods, particularly in the inner suburbs. City Planning identified more than 400 strip plaza sites city-wide, with the majority located in Scarborough, and noted their important role in supporting small businesses, ethnic retail and services, food access, local employment, and culturally diverse communities. The study also highlighted redevelopment pressures facing many plazas, particularly near higher-order transit, and is intended to help inform future policy interventions, programs, and initiatives to support and improve their role in Toronto's economic and community landscape while helping mitigate displacement pressures. At the same time, Sidewalks to Skylines establishes a long-term framework for inclusive economic growth, neighbourhood vitality, entrepreneurship, and local economic resilience. As the City advances work on the future of plazas in suburban communities, there is an opportunity to ensure the insights and emerging directions from PlazaPOV help inform future economic development initiatives and strengthen recognition of the economic and community value these spaces provide, while supporting their appropriate adaptation and evolution over time. The following motion would identify opportunities for coordination between City Planning's PlazaPOV Strip Plaza Study and the City's 10-year economic action plan, Sidewalks to Skylines.
City Council on May 20 and 21, 2026, adopted the following: 1. City Council request the General Manager, Economic Development and Culture, in collaboration with City Planning and other relevant City divisions, to incorporate the findings and any emerging directions of the PlazaPOV Strip Plaza Study or related policy work, into the Sidewalks to Skylines Economic Action Plan, including future updates to its actions and work plans, and to report back by the end of the second quarter of 2027 on the outcomes of integrating the PlazaPOV findings into the Sidewalks to Skylines Economic Action Plan.
Staff recommendation as filed
Councillor Parthi Kandavel, seconded by Councillor Josh Matlow, recommends that: 1. City Council request the General Manager, Economic Development and Culture, in collaboration with City Planning and other relevant City divisions, to incorporate the findings and any emerging directions of the PlazaPOV Strip Plaza Study or related policy work, into the Sidewalks to Skylines Economic Action Plan, including future updates to its actions and work plans, and to report back by the end of the second quarter of 2027 on the outcomes of integrating the PlazaPOV findings into the Sidewalks to Skylines Economic Action Plan.
CC41.15amended
2351 and 2355 Keele Street - Zoning By- Law Amendment Application - Request for Directions Report
On September 23, 2022, the City received Zoning By-law Amendment and Site Plan Control applications for a 25-storey residential building proposed at 2351 and 2355 Keele Street with approximately 22,540 square metres of gross floor area and 311 residential units. On June 30, 2023, the applicant appealed the applications to the Ontario Land Tribunal citing City Council's failure to make a decision on the applications within the time period prescribed under the Planning Act. A Case Management Conference was held on September 26, 2023. The Ontario Land Tribunal hearing date has not been scheduled.
City Council on May 20 and 21, 2026, adopted the following: 1. City Council delete the recommendations in the report (May 8, 2026) from the City Solicitor. 2. City Council adopt the confidential instructions to staff in Confidential Attachment 1 to motion 1. 3. City Council authorize the public release of the confidential instructions to staff in Confidential Attachment 1 to motion 1. 4. City Council direct that Confidential Attachment 1 and Confidential Appendix A to the report (May 8, 2026) from the City Solicitor remain confidential as they are about litigation before the Ontario Land Tribunal and contain advice or communications that are subject to solicitor-client privilege. The confidential instructions to staff in Confidential Attachment 1 to motion 1 are now public as follows: 1. City Council refuse the without prejudice offer to settle dated May 4, 2026, set out in Confidential Appendix A to the report (May 8, 2026) from the City Solicitor and direct the City Solicitor to attend at the Ontario Land Tribunal in opposition of the settlement and the proposed development at 2351-2355 Keele Street. 2. City Council authorize the City Solicitor to retain external consultants to provide expert opinion evidence in support of City Council's refusal of the request to amend the Zoning By-law 569-2013 and City of North York By-law 7625 to permit the proposed development at 2351-2355 Keele Street. 3. City Council authorize the City Solicitor to take all necessary and reasonable actions to implement City Council's decision. 4. City Council direct the City Solicitor to request that, should the Ontario Land Tribunal allow the appeal in whole or in part, the Final Order of the Ontario Land Tribunal be withheld pending the completion of the following: a. the final form and content of the proposed Zoning By-law Amendment is to the satisfaction of the City Solicitor and the Executive Director, Development Review; b. the owner has addressed all outstanding issues identified within the Development Engineering correspondence, dated November 30, 2022, August 12, 2024, and December 8, 2025, to the satisfaction of the Director, Engineering Review, Development Review; c. the owner has submitted a revised Functional Servicing and Stormwater Management Report to the satisfaction of the Director, Engineering Review, Development Review, and such report shall determine the stormwater run-off, sanitary flow and water supply demand resulting from the development and whether there is adequate capacity in the existing municipal infrastructure to accommodate the proposed development and/or any upgrades that may be required; d. the owner has made satisfactory arrangements with the Director, Engineering Review, Development Review and entered into the appropriate agreement with the City for the design and construction of any improvements to the municipal infrastructure, should it be determined that upgrades are required to the infrastructure to support this development, according to the Functional Servicing and Stormwater Management Report accepted by the Director, Engineering Review, Development Review; e. the owner has submitted an acceptable Land Use Compatibility Study, Air Quality Study and Noise Impact Study and such reports to be peer reviewed by a third-party consultant on behalf of the City and at the owner's expense, with recommendations to be implemented as part of the Zoning By-law and secured in a Site Plan Agreement, to the satisfaction of the Executive Director, Development Review; f. the owner has addressed and accommodated the required road improvement and queue jump lane, noted in Toronto Transit Commission correspondence, dated December 15, 2025, September 26, 2024 and January 23, 2023 to the satisfaction of the General Manager, Transportation Services and the Manager, Toronto Transit Commission; g. the owner is required to enter into an Easement Agreement with respect to the shared right-of-way/easement for vehicular and pedestrian access purposes to the subject site (the access from Keele Street) and executed between the owners of the subject site and adjacent neighbouring properties in order to gain access to the proposed subject site; the owner is advised that a copy of the Easement Agreement, which demonstrates appropriate right-of-way/easement that have been secured to provide vehicular and pedestrian access to the subject site, must be provided to the satisfaction of the General Manager, Transportation Services; h. the owner has provided a revised Pedestrian Level Wind Study including a revised Wind Tunnel test with the identification of any required mitigation measures to be secured in the Zoning By-law Amendment and through the Site Plan Control process, to the satisfaction of the Executive Director, Development Review; i. the owner has submitted a revised Parking Study, a revised Loading Study, a revised Traffic Operations Assessment, and a revised Transportation Impact Study, to the satisfaction of Transportation Review; j. the owner has addressed all outstanding issues raised by Urban Forestry noted in correspondence, dated December 2, 2022, August 1, 2024, and December 9, 2025, including the need for an updated Arborist Report, Landscape Plan, Planting Plan and Soil Volume Plan, to the satisfaction of the General Manager, Tree Protection and Plan Review; k. the owner has made revisions to meet the Toronto Green Standard requirements to the satisfaction of the Executive Director, Development Review; and l. should it be determined that upgrades are required to the infrastructure to support the development according to the accepted Functional Servicing and Stormwater Management Report and/or the Transportation Impact Study, a Holding Provision may be included in the final form of the site-specific Zoning By-law Amendment and the Holding Provision not to be lifted until such a time as the owner has made satisfactory arrangements, including entering into appropriate agreement(s) with the City for the design and construction of any improvements to the municipal infrastructure and the provision of financial securities to the satisfaction of the Director, Engineering Review, Development Review and the General Manager, Transportation Services. Confidential Attachment 1 and Confidential Appendix A to the report (May 8, 2026) from the City Solicitor remain confidential in accordance with the provisions of the City of Toronto Act, 2006, as they are about litigation before the Ontario Land Tribunal and contains advice or communications that are subject to solicitor-client privilege.
Staff recommendation as filed
The City Solicitor recommends that: 1. City Council adopt the confidential instructions to staff contained in the Confidential Attachment 1 to this report from the City Solicitor. 2. City Council authorize the public release of the confidential instructions to staff contained in Confidential Attachment 1, along with the entirety of Confidential Appendix A to this report from the City Solicitor, if adopted by City Council. 3. City Council direct that all other information contained in Confidential Attachment 1 to this report from the City Solicitor is to remain confidential at the discretion of the City Solicitor, as it is about litigation before the Ontario Land Tribunal and contains advice or communications that are subject to solicitor-client privilege.
MM41.15adopted
The 519 Church Street Community Centre ("The 519"), had a non-exclusive, nominal licence agreement to provide programs and events in Barbara Hall Park, surrounding the community centre, which expired on August 31, 2025. Parks and Recreation is seeking the authority to extend the agreement to allow The 519 to continue to animate the park with a variety of activities including one-off and ad hoc activities connected to its regularly operating programs, such as Tai Chi and self-defence classes in the park, as well as community-led programming including medicine walks, yoga, and square dancing. The park also serves as a key space for larger community engagement initiatives and events, including recurring activations such as Drag Me to the Movies and the Toronto Queer Market, as well as family and youth programming delivered through EarlyON services. Barbara Hall Park, which wraps around The 519, includes greenspace, a splash pad, playground, off-leash dog area and is home to the AIDS and Trans Memorials. The 519 is one of the ten community centres governed under the City of Toronto Act, 2006, which permits the City to appoint a board to manage the community centre facility and provide for its administration.
City Council on May 20 and 21, 2026, adopted the following: 1. City Council to authorize the General Manager, Parks and Recreation to extend the existing nominal fee licence agreement to the Board of Management of the 519 Church Street Community Centre at Barbara Hall Park for two years for programming and community events associated with the Licensee's mandate as a community centre, with two optional renewal terms of up to two years each, exercisable at the General Manager's sole discretion, on terms and conditions acceptable to the General Manager, Parks and Recreation, and in a form satisfactory to the City Solicitor commencing retroactively on September 1, 2025.
Staff recommendation as filed
Councillor Chris Moise, seconded by Councillor Josh Matlow, recommends that: 1. City Council to authorize the General Manager, Parks and Recreation to extend the existing nominal fee licence agreement to the Board of Management of the 519 Church Street Community Centre at Barbara Hall Park for two years for programming and community events associated with the Licensee's mandate as a community centre, with two optional renewal terms of up to two years each, exercisable at the General Manager's sole discretion, on terms and conditions acceptable to the General Manager, Parks and Recreation, and in a form satisfactory to the City Solicitor commencing retroactively on September 1, 2025.
CC41.16adopted
This report recommends that City Council state its intention to designate the property at 180 Queens Drive under Part IV, Section 29 of the Ontario Heritage Act for its cultural heritage value according to the Statement of Significance and description of heritage attributes found in Attachment 1. Council previously stated its intention to designate the property at 180 Queens Drive under Part IV, Section 29 of the Ontario Heritage Act on December 16 and 17, 2025. However, the designation by-law was not passed within the prescribed time frame of 120 days and the Notice of the Intention to Designate the property was deemed to have been withdrawn in accordance with subsection 29(9) of the Ontario Heritage Act. As there is no other restriction that applies to the property currently, subsection 29 (10) of the Ontario Heritage Act permits Council to give a new notice of intention to designate the property in accordance with Section 29 of the Ontario Heritage Act. The subject property is located on the northeast corner of Queens Drive and Pine Street in the Weston neighbourhood. The property comprises of a spacious corner lot with the house set back deeply on the parcel. A location map and current photographs of the heritage property is found in Attachment 2. The property at 180 Queens Drive, Oliver Master House, features a substantial three-storey house constructed in the Shingle style in 1911. The red-brick house is distinguished by its multiple, shingle-clad gables, broad verandah, and stone corner tower. The property was commissioned for Oliver Master, a prominent insurance broker, Weston village councillor (1912-13) and civic leader. The property at 180 Queens Drive was listed on the City's Heritage Register on December 15, 2021. Staff have determined that the property at 180 Queens Drive has cultural heritage value and meets three of the Ontario Regulation 9/06 criteria prescribed for municipal designation under Part IV, Section 29 of the Ontario Heritage Act. A property may be designated under Part IV, Section 29 of the Ontario Heritage Act, if it meets two or more of the nine criteria. Designation enables City Council to review proposed alterations or demolitions to the properties and enforce heritage property standards and maintenance. The property at 180 Queens Drive is currently subject to appeals before the Toronto Local Appeal Body, with a hearing scheduled for April 30, 2026. The appeals are with respect to the decisions of the Committee of Adjustment to refuse an application to Consent to sever the lot into two residential lots, and a related application for Minor Variances. Due to an oversight, the Bill designating the property was not submitted to Council for enactment within the prescribed time period. Therefore, to give effect to the decision of Council to designate the property under the Ontario Heritage Act, Heritage Planning is restarting the process to recommend designation of the property, including required compliance with the notice and process as set out in the Ontario Heritage Act.
City Council on May 20 and 21, 2026, adopted the following: 1. City Council state its intention to designate the property at 180 Queens Drive under Part IV, Section 29 of the Ontario Heritage Act in accordance with the Statement of Significance for 180 Queens Drive (Reasons for Designation) attached as Attachment 1, to the report, April 29, 2026, from the Chief Planner and Executive Director, City Planning. 2. If there are no objections to the designation, City Council authorize the City Solicitor to introduce the Bill in Council designating the properties under Part IV, Section 29 of the Ontario Heritage Act.
Staff recommendation as filed
The Chief Planner and Executive Director, City Planning recommends that: 1. City Council state its intention to designate the property at 180 Queens Drive under Part IV, Section 29 of the Ontario Heritage Act in accordance with the Statement of Significance for 180 Queens Drive (Reasons for Designation) attached as Attachment 1, to the report, April 29, 2026, from the Chief Planner and Executive Director, City Planning. 2. If there are no objections to the designation, City Council authorize the City Solicitor to introduce the Bill in Council designating the properties under Part IV, Section 29 of the Ontario Heritage Act.
MM41.16adopted
The Mercer Street Streetscape Improvement project was initiated by development review staff in Urban Design in 2014 for an enhanced streetscape that included unit paving, the potential for green infrastructure, and bollards for delineation. Section 37 funds were collected as part of developments along Mercer Street, Blue Jays Way and John Street to be used for this initiative. In 2024 watermain replacement work was completed, and a pavement layer was installed temporarily, knowing that this road reconstruction project was planned. The final design includes new unit paving on the roadway and within curb extensions with drop curbs and laybys to facilitate on-street parking and passenger loading zones for the hotels and businesses that front onto Mercer Street. New steel bollards will help delineate the pedestrian and vehicular interfaces, and new bike rings are proposed. While the streetscape design continues to facilitate vehicular movements, it has a stronger focus on pedestrians.
City Council on May 20 and 21, 2026, adopted the following: 1. City Council increase the 2026-2035 Capital Budget and Plan for City Planning on a one time-basis by $1,500,000 gross, $0 debt, with cash flows of $375,000 in 2026 and $1,125,000 in 2027, fully funded by Section 37 community benefits obtained from the development at 15 to 35 Mercer Street (Source Account: XR3026-3700919), secured for streetscape improvements on Mercer Street (Cost Centre: CUR054-06).
Staff recommendation as filed
Deputy Mayor Ausma Malik, seconded by Councillor Chris Moise, recommends that: 1. City Council increase the 2026-2035 Capital Budget and Plan for City Planning on a one time-basis by $1,500,000 gross, $0 debt, with cash flows of $375,000 in 2026 and $1,125,000 in 2027, fully funded by Section 37 community benefits obtained from the development at 15 to 35 Mercer Street (Source Account: XR3026-3700919), secured for streetscape improvements on Mercer Street (Cost Centre: CUR054-06).
CC41.17adopted
8 Arnold Avenue - Inclusion on the Heritage Register
This report recommends that City Council include 8 Arnold Avenue on the City of Toronto's Heritage Register for its cultural heritage value and interest according to the Listing Statement (Reasons for Inclusion) found in Attachment 1. The subject property at 8 Arnold Avenue is located just within the northern boundary of the Rockcliffe-Smythe neighbourhood, south of Lambton Avenue, in the Mount Dennis area. The residence is notable as a red-brick, one-and-one-half-storey Ontario Farmhouse-style property, dating to the c. 1870s to 1880s, and historically known as the George Marshall Residence. The property, which is the earliest known house in the community, serves to recall the community's former farming and settlement past. A location map and current photograph of the heritage property are found in Attachment 1. The property recommended for inclusion on the City's Heritage Register has been researched and evaluated by staff using the criteria prescribed in Ontario Regulation 9/06 and meets one or more of the provincial criteria for determining cultural heritage value or interest and is believed to be of cultural heritage value or interest. In 2021, the subject property was identified for its potential heritage value in the Mount Dennis Cultural Heritage Resource Assessment, which was completed as part of the Picture Mount Dennis Planning Framework Study. The Mount Dennis Secondary Plan Final Report, which was adopted by Council in July 2022, stated that properties identified as having potential heritage value through the Cultural Heritage Resource Assessment would be reviewed for inclusion on the Heritage Register. On January 1, 2023, amendments to the Ontario Heritage Act through the More Homes Built Faster Act, 2022 (Bill 23) came into effect. Under the Ontario Heritage Act, as amended, a municipal heritage register may include properties that have not been designated but Council believes to be of "cultural heritage value or interest", and that meet one or more of the provincial criteria for determining whether they are of cultural heritage value or interest. The Ontario Heritage Act now also limits listing to a period of two years. As of January 1, 2023, should a property be subject to an Official Plan Amendment, Zoning By-law Amendment and/or Draft Plan of Subdivision Application, properties must be listed on the heritage register prior to Part IV designation and before the occurrence of a prescribed event. A prescribed event is a point of time when the application for an Official Plan Amendment, Zoning By-law Amendment and/or Draft Plan of Subdivision Application has been deemed complete and the City Clerk provides notice of that complete application to the public in accordance with the Planning Act. The listing of non-designated properties on the municipal heritage register under the Act also extends interim protection from demolition and provides an opportunity for City Council to determine whether the property warrants conservation through designation under the Act should a development or demolition application be submitted. Properties on the Heritage Register will be conserved and maintained in accordance with the Official Plan Heritage Policies. Heritage Impact Assessments are required for development applications that affect listed properties.
City Council on May 20 and 21, 2026, adopted the following: 1. City Council include 8 Arnold Avenue on the City of Toronto's Heritage Register in accordance with the Listing Statement (Reasons for Inclusion) attached as Attachment 1 to the report (April 29, 2026) from the Chief Planner and Executive Director, City Planning.
Staff recommendation as filed
The Chief Planner and Executive Director, City Planning, recommends that: 1. City Council include 8 Arnold Avenue on the City of Toronto's Heritage Register in accordance with the Listing Statement (Reasons for Inclusion) attached as Attachment 1 to the report, April 29, 2026, from the Chief Planner and Executive Director, City Planning.
MM41.17adopted
As requested by the Church Wellesley Neighbourhood Association and through formal consultation with Transportation Services, a decorative street sign has been commissioned to clearly delineate the boundaries of the Village, one of Toronto's most iconic and historically significant neighbourhoods. The strategic installation of these identifiers will serve to significantly enhance the aesthetic character of the community for its residents while simultaneously acting as a permanent tribute to the City's cultural heritage, ensuring its preservation for future generations. The Motion seeks authorization to include an increase in the 2026-2035 Capital Budget of Transportation Services, to include additional Section 37 Planning Act Reserve Funds of $4,700, which shall be utilized to purchase and install rainbow branded street name signs for the Church Wellesley Village. Funds have been secured through Section 37 benefits from the development at 2, 6, 8 Gloucester Street and 601 to 613 Yonge Street for the purpose of undertaking local area streetscape and park improvements in Ward 13.
City Council on May 20 and 21, 2026, adopted the following: 1. City Council increase the 2026-2035 Capital Budget and Plan for Transportation Services by $4,700.00 gross, $0 debt, fully funded by Section 37 community benefits obtained from 2, 6, 8 Gloucester Street and 601 to 613 Yonge Street (Source Account: XR3026-3701143.), to be utilized to fabricate and install branded street name signs for the Church Wellesley Village (Signs and Markings Asset Management, CTP726-05).
Staff recommendation as filed
Councillor Chris Moise, seconded by Councillor Josh Matlow, recommends that: 1. City Council increase the 2026-2035 Capital Budget and Plan for Transportation Services by $4,700.00 gross, $0 debt, fully funded by Section 37 community benefits obtained from 2, 6, 8 Gloucester Street and 601 to 613 Yonge Street (Source Account: XR3026-3701143.), to be utilized to fabricate and install branded street name signs for the Church Wellesley Village (Signs and Markings Asset Management, CTP726-05).
CC41.18adopted
This report recommends that City Council approve the alterations proposed for the designated heritage properties at 212 Dundas Street East (the former Wilton Court Hotel) and 275 George Street (the Henry Tasker House) under Section 42 of the Ontario Heritage Act, in connection with the proposed development of the subject property. The application is subject to a Heritage Permit application under the Ontario Heritage Act as a previously approved application related to an approved Zoning By-law Amendment has been revised. The subject property contains two buildings that are designated under Part V of the Ontario Heritage Act as part of the Garden District Heritage Conservation District. The property is identified as a 'contributing' property in the District Plan. On December 15, 16 and 17, 2021, City Council approved recommendations to alter the heritage properties to allow for the construction of a 41-storey building. Since the previous scheme was approved, the applicant has revised the development application to 44 stories, including a revised conservation strategy accompanying the related Site Plan Control application. A new Heritage Impact Assessment was prepared by Giaimo + Associates Architects Inc., dated April 16, 2026, that considers the impact of the revised proposal. Heritage Planning staff are satisfied that the proposed alterations continue to conserve the onsite and adjacent heritage properties and are consistent with the existing policy framework. The heritage impacts of the proposal are appropriately mitigated through the overall conservation strategy.
City Council on May 20 and 21, 2026, adopted the following: 1. City Council approve the alterations to the designated heritage property at 212 Dundas Street East (including 275 George Street) in accordance with Section 42 of the Ontario Heritage Act to allow for the construction of a new residential building with such alterations to the designated property substantially in accordance with the plans and drawings dated February 23, 2026, prepared by Rafael & Bigauskas Architects Inc., and on file with the Senior Manager, Heritage Planning, and the Heritage Impact Assessment dated April 16, 2026, prepared by Giaimo + Associates Architects Inc and on file with the Senior Manager, Heritage Planning, all subject to and in accordance with a Conservation Plan satisfactory to the Senior Manager, Heritage Planning, and subject to the conditions as set out below. 2. City Council direct that its consent to the application to alter the designated heritage property at 212 Dundas Street East (including 275 George Street), in accordance with Part V, Section 42 of the Ontario Heritage Act, is also subject to the following conditions: a. prior to the issuance of any heritage permit or demolition permit for the property at 212 Dundas Street East, but excluding permits for repairs and maintenance and usual and minor works for the existing heritage building as are acceptable to the Senior Manager, Heritage Planning, the owner shall: 1. provide a detailed Conservation Plan, prepared by a qualified heritage consultant that is substantially in accordance with the conservation strategy set out in the April 16, 2026 Heritage Impact Assessment for the property at 212 Dundas Street East; the Conservation Plan will include plans and drawing of all conservation work, including a retention plan for in-situ wall portions, a deconstruction plan for portions of the heritage property that will be temporarily moved, recommended restoration work, a detailed plan describing how on and off-site heritage resources will be protected and/or stored during construction, a reconstruction plan and estimated costs for all rehabilitation work, to the satisfaction of the Senior Manager, Heritage Planning. 2. provide demolition permit drawings that include a deconstruction plan keyed to related sections of the approved Conservation Plan, including notes and specifications for in situ retention, panelization and removal, to be prepared by the project architect, engineer and a qualified heritage consultant, to the satisfaction of the Senior Manager, Heritage Planning; and 3. provide a Letter of Credit, including provision for upwards indexing, in a form and amount and from a bank satisfactory to the Senior Manager, Heritage Planning, to secure all work included in the approved Conservation Plan, including costs associated with retention, deconstruction, reconstruction and restoration; and b. prior to the issuance of any building permit for all or any part of the property at 212 Dundas Street East, including a heritage permit or a building permit, but excluding permits for repairs and maintenance and usual and minor works for the existing heritage building as are acceptable to the Senior Manager, Heritage Planning, the owner shall: 1. provide a Heritage Lighting Plan that describes how the exterior of the heritage properties will be sensitively illuminated to enhance their heritage character to the satisfaction of the Senior Manager, Heritage Planning and thereafter shall implement such a plan to the satisfaction of the Senior Manager, Heritage Planning. 2. provide an Interpretation Plan for the subject property, to the satisfaction of the Senior Manager, Heritage Planning and thereafter shall implement such plan to the satisfaction of the Senior Manager, Heritage Planning. 3. provide a detailed Landscape Plan for the subject property, satisfactory to the Senior Manager, Heritage Planning. 4. submit a Signage Plan for the proposed development to the satisfaction of the Senior Manager, Heritage Planning; and 5. provide building permit drawings, including notes and specifications for the conservation and protective measures keyed to the approved Conservation Plan required in Part 2.a.1. above, including a description of materials and finishes, to be prepared by the project architect and a qualified heritage consultant to the satisfaction of the Senior Manager, Heritage Planning. 3. City Council authorize the City Solicitor and City staff to take all necessary actions to implement City Council's decision.
Staff recommendation as filed
The Chief Planner and Executive Director, City Planning recommends that: 1. City Council approve the alterations to the designated heritage property at 212 Dundas Street East (including 275 George Street) in accordance with Section 42 of the Ontario Heritage Act to allow for the construction of a new residential building with such alterations to the designated property substantially in accordance with the plans and drawings dated February 23, 2026, prepared by Rafael & Bigauskas Architects Inc., and on file with the Senior Manager, Heritage Planning, and the Heritage Impact Assessment dated April 16, 2026, prepared by Giaimo + Associates Architects Inc and on file with the Senior Manager, Heritage Planning, all subject to and in accordance with a Conservation Plan satisfactory to the Senior Manager, Heritage Planning, and subject to the conditions as set out below. 2. City Council direct that its consent to the application to alter the designated heritage property at 212 Dundas Street East (including 275 George Street), in accordance with Part V, Section 42 of the Ontario Heritage Act, is also subject to the following conditions: a. Prior to the issuance of any heritage permit or demolition permit for the property at 212 Dundas Street East, but excluding permits for repairs and maintenance and usual and minor works for the existing heritage building as are acceptable to the Senior Manager, Heritage Planning, the owner shall: 1. provide a detailed Conservation Plan, prepared by a qualified heritage consultant that is substantially in accordance with the conservation strategy set out in the April 16, 2026 Heritage Impact Assessment for the property at 212 Dundas Street East. The Conservation Plan will include plans and drawing of all conservation work, including a retention plan for in-situ wall portions, a deconstruction plan for portions of the heritage property that will be temporarily moved, recommended restoration work, a detailed plan describing how on and off-site heritage resources will be protected and/or stored during construction, a reconstruction plan and estimated costs for all rehabilitation work, to the satisfaction of the Senior Manager, Heritage Planning. 2. provide demolition permit drawings that include a deconstruction plan keyed to related sections of the approved Conservation Plan, including notes and specifications for in situ retention, panelization and removal, to be prepared by the project architect, engineer and a qualified heritage consultant, to the satisfaction of the Senior Manager, Heritage Planning; and 3. provide a Letter of Credit, including provision for upwards indexing, in a form and amount and from a bank satisfactory to the Senior Manager, Heritage Planning, to secure all work included in the approved Conservation Plan, including costs associated with retention, deconstruction, reconstruction and restoration. b. Prior to the issuance of any building permit for all or any part of the property at 212 Dundas Street East, including a heritage permit or a building permit, but excluding permits for repairs and maintenance and usual and minor works for the existing heritage building as are acceptable to the Senior Manager, Heritage Planning, the owner shall: 1. provide a Heritage Lighting Plan that describes how the exterior of the heritage properties will be sensitively illuminated to enhance their heritage character to the satisfaction of the Senior Manager, Heritage Planning and thereafter shall implement such a plan to the satisfaction of the Senior Manager, Heritage Planning. 2. provide an Interpretation Plan for the subject property, to the satisfaction of the Senior Manager, Heritage Planning and thereafter shall implement such plan to the satisfaction of the Senior Manager, Heritage Planning. 3. provide a detailed Landscape Plan for the subject property, satisfactory to the Senior Manager, Heritage Planning. 4. submit a Signage Plan for the proposed development to the satisfaction of the Senior Manager, Heritage Planning; and 5. provide building permit drawings, including notes and specifications for the conservation and protective measures keyed to the approved Conservation Plan required in Recommendation 2.a.1, including a description of materials and finishes, to be prepared by the project architect and a qualified heritage consultant to the satisfaction of the Senior Manager, Heritage Planning. 3. City Council authorize the City Solicitor and City staff to take all necessary actions to implement City Council's decision.
MM41.18adopted
The Village is a significant cultural hub and a destination for residents and visitors alike. To support the local economy and enhance public realm, the Church-Wellesley Village Business Improvement Area has identified a need for additional measures to improve cleanliness and aesthetics of the neighbourhood through the Church Street Pedestrianization Pilot. While the pedestrianization is the driver of these improvements, these improvements are intended to be permanent. This Motion seeks authorization to release and allocate Section 37 funds to the Church-Wellesley Village Business Improvement Area for the procurement and installation of new planters, cigarette disposal/recycling receptacles and pole wraps along the Church Street.
City Council on May 20 and 21, 2026, adopted the following: 1. City Council increase the 2026 Operating Budget for Non-Program by $50,000 gross, $0 net, fully funded by Section 37 community benefits obtained in the development at 50 Wellesley Street East and 31 to 35 Dundonald Street (Source Account: XR3026-3700743), collected for streetscape improvements in the ward, for the purpose of providing one-time capital funding to the Church-Wellesley Village Business Improvement Area for installation of planters, cigarette/recycling receptacles and pole wraps along Church Street within the Business Improvement Area (Cost Centre: NP2161). 2. City Council direct that the $50,000.00 be forwarded to the Church Wellesley Village Business Improvement Area upon the signing of an Undertaking by Church-Wellesley Village Business Improvement Area governing the use of the funds and the financial reporting requirements.
Staff recommendation as filed
Councillor Chris Moise, seconded by Deputy Mayor Ausma Malik, recommends that: 1. City Council increase the 2026 Operating Budget for Non-Program by $50,000 gross, $0 net, fully funded by Section 37 community benefits obtained in the development at 50 Wellesley Street East and 31 to 35 Dundonald Street (Source Account: XR3026-3700743), collected for streetscape improvements in the ward, for the purpose of providing one-time capital funding to the Church-Wellesley Village Business Improvement Area for installation of planters, cigarette/recycling receptacles and pole wraps along Church Street within the Business Improvement Area (Cost Centre: NP2161). 2. City Council direct that the $50,000.00 be forwarded to the Church Wellesley Village Business Improvement Area upon the signing of an Undertaking by Church-Wellesley Village Business Improvement Area governing the use of the funds and the financial reporting requirements.
CC41.19adopted
Follow-Up on 2026.EC27.2 Review of Street Vending and Artists
In April 2026, City Council adopted a Review of Toronto's Street Vending and Artists By-laws ( 2026.EC27.2 ) to enhance the City's regulatory framework for street vendors and artists. As part of the report, Council directed the Executive Director, Municipal Licensing and Standards to report directly to the May 20, 21 and 22, 2026, meeting of City Council on how to dissuade amplified disturbances in close proximity to residential neighbourhoods and Sankofa Square, where no donations are requested or no money changes hands. Staff are finalizing a response to this direction and will be submitting a supplementary report ahead of the May 20, 21 and 22, 2026, meeting of City Council with additional information.
City Council on May 20 and 21, 2026, adopted the following: 1. City Council receive the report (May 12, 2026) from the Executive Director, Municipal Licensing and Standards for information.
Staff recommendation as filed
The Executive Director, Municipal Licensing and Standards recommends that: 1. City Council receive this report for information.