Toronto City Council
The full agenda, as filed
All 64 items in the clerk’s order. Each carries the city’s own words: the staff recommendation, what the body decided, and its status. Nothing below is written by us.
BL30.1adopted
Introduction of General Bills and Confirming Bills
City Council will introduce General Bills and Confirming Bills.
City Council on May 21 and 22, 2025, passed By-laws 412-2025 to 490-2025, subject to Section 226.9 of the City of Toronto Act, 2006.
CC30.1amended
Declaring the Office of Councillor, Ward 25 - Scarborough-Rouge Park Vacant and Filling the Vacancy
On May 8, 2025, Jennifer McKelvie (Councillor, Ward 25 - Scarborough - Rouge Park) notified the City Clerk in writing of her resignation from her position as a member of City Council effective May 9, 2025. The City of Toronto Act, 2006 and the Municipal Elections Act, 1996 prescribe rules and impose deadlines with respect to filling a vacancy in the office of a member of City Council. In accordance with the legislated requirements, the purpose of this report is to declare the office of Councillor, Ward 25 vacant and advise City Council of its two options for filling the vacancy (i.e. by appointment or by-election). The person appointed or elected to fill the vacancy will hold office for the remainder of the term, which ends on November 14, 2026.
City Council on May 21 and 22, 2025, adopted the following: 1. City Council declare a vacancy in the Office of Councillor, Ward 25 - Scarborough-Rouge Park. 2. City Council fill the vacancy by requiring a by-election be held for Ward 25 - Scarborough -Rouge Park, as outlined in the draft bill in Appendix A to the report (May 12, 2025) from the City Clerk, and: a. approve an in-year budget adjustment to increase the 2025 Operating Budget for the City Clerk's Office by $550,000 gross and $0 net, fully funded from the Election Reserve Fund (XR1017) to reflect the funds required to conduct the by-election.
Staff recommendation as filed
The City Clerk recommends that: 1. City Council declare a vacancy in the Office of Councillor, Ward 25 - Scarborough - Rouge Park. 2. City Council adopt one of the following two options to fill the vacancy: Option A - Appointment a. Fill the vacancy by appointing a person qualified to hold office in accordance with the following: 1. The City Clerk shall advertise the vacancy inviting any interested and qualified applicants to seek appointment to City Council; 2. The City Clerk is authorized to establish the deadline for submitting the required forms to the City Clerk; 3. Interested persons shall complete a Consent of Nominee and Declaration of Qualification and provide personal identification showing their name and qualifying address within the City of Toronto; 4. The City Clerk shall submit a report with the list of applicants for publication on the agenda of a special City Council meeting to be called by the Mayor; 5. Each applicant shall be provided the opportunity to address City Council for up to 5 minutes; 6. The order in which applicants address City Council shall be determined by lot drawn by the City Clerk when City Council begins its debate on the item; 7. Members of City Council shall be entitled to ask one question of each candidate; 8. City Council shall vote on the appointment by ballot in accordance with the Council Procedures; and 9. City Council shall enact a by-law confirming the appointment of the successful candidate to the office for the remainder of the term of the present Council. OR Option B - By-election b. Fill the vacancy by requiring a by-election be held for Ward 25 - Scarborough -Rouge Park, as outlined in the draft bill in Appendix A, and: 1. Approve an in-year budget adjustment to increase the 2025 Operating Budget for the City Clerk's Office by $550,000 gross and $0 net, fully funded from the Election Reserve Fund (XR1017) to reflect the funds required to conduct the by-election.
DM30.1amended
In December 2021, City Council allocated $2.912 million from the Toronto Water Capital Reserve (Resolution EX28.6) to the Scarborough Bluffs West (SBW) Project. The SBW study (the Project) will explore the enhancement and protection of sensitive shoreline and natural areas and opportunities for improved waterfront experience and access between the Eastern Beaches (Silver Birch Avenue) and Bluffer's Park along Lake Ontario. City Council also requested Toronto and Region Conservation Authority (TRCA) to include the Project as part of the 2022 Budget process and directed the City Manager to enter into an agreement with TRCA to complete the Project. The Project commenced on November 2, 2023 and following completion of several rounds of consultation through 2024, the Draft Terms of Reference (ToR) was released for public comment and agency review in July 2024. In fall 2024, after reviewing the Draft ToR, the Ministry of Environment, Conservation and Parks (MECP) contacted the Project team to confirm whether all future design options would meet the recently updated 2024 Environmental Assessment regulations. These new rules require at least 1 km of altered shoreline and 4 hectares of lakefill for a Comprehensive Environmental Assessment (CEA) to be mandatory. The Project team explained that not all future design alternatives would meet these thresholds, given that the intent of the Project is to explore a wide range of reasonable options, including tableland solutions and/or shoreline solutions that could be less than 1 km in total length or 4 hectares of lakefill. Subsequently, the Project team requested to voluntarily continue with the CEA process to undertake the same high level of technical analysis and thorough public consultation that have been applied to other waterfront projects, and to conform to the requirements of the City's Official Plan. The Project team has received MECP approval to proceed with a Voluntary Agreement to continue through the CEA process, which requires execution from both TRCA and the City as co-proponents on the Project.
City Council on May 21 and 22, 2025, adopted the following: 1. City Council authorize the City Manager on behalf of the City of Toronto to enter into the Agreement for the Application of the Environmental Assessment Act: Scarborough Bluffs West Project with the Ontario Ministry of Environment, Conservation and Parks and Toronto and Region Conservation Authority so that the Environmental Assessment for the project is subject to the rigour of a Comprehensive Environmental Assessment process under Part II.3 of the Environmental Assessment Act, R.S.O. 1990, c.E.18. 2. City Council direct the Chief Planner and Executive Director, City Planning, in consultation with the Toronto and Region Conservation Authority, the Parks and Recreation, the Toronto Water and the Transportation Services, to report to the Infrastructure and Environment Committee with the results of the completed Comprehensive Environmental Assessment indicated in Part 1 above, prior to submitting it to the Ontario Ministry of Environment, Conservation and Parks.
Staff recommendation as filed
Councillor Paul Ainslie, seconded by Councillor Paula Fletcher, recommends that: 1. City Council authorize the City Manager on behalf of the City to enter into an Agreement with the Ministry of Environment, Conservation and Parks as a co-proponent with Toronto and Region Conservation Authority to apply the Environmental Assessment Act to the Scarborough Bluffs West Project.
IA30.1withdrawn
The Development of the Proposed Demonstrations By-law
Councillor Alejandra Bravo, Ward 9, Davenport, has submitted the following Administrative Inquiry: I am submitting this Administrative Inquiry under Municipal Code Section 27-7.11 for the May 21, 2025, meeting of Toronto City Council. In anticipation of the discussion at the May 21 st Council meeting of a "Proposed Demonstrations By-law to Protect Vulnerable Institutions," I am writing with the hope that you may provide answers to some of the basic questions that many Councillors, members of the public, and civil society have raised. There are key outstanding questions about the process and implementation of a potential by-law. These include cost, legal risk, and overlap with existing laws and authorities. The proposed by-law touches on fundamental issues at the very core of our democratic society. It is a debate on issues not normally considered by a municipal government. This debate will no doubt be charged and having an established set of facts about potential cost, both of enforcement and of any legal challenges, as well as operational directives, will allow Councillors to focus their questions and proceed to a more elevated debate on the issue. I look forward to the answers to these questions and look forward to the discussion at Council. 1. What tools already exist (through the Criminal Code, municipal bylaws, municipal use of trespass notices, etc.) to achieve the stated goal of 'protecting vulnerable institutions?' How was the application of those other tools assessed and weighed against a proposed bylaw? 2. What tests have been employed to determine if the existing tools were insufficient to provide protection? What literature (including Charter analyses, court records, and expert opinions) has been used to make the assessment and to design the tests? 3. How have City of Toronto staff evaluated the likelihood of a legal challenge to a proposed demonstration bylaw and its alignment with protections under the Charter of Rights and Freedoms? 4. What are the legal opinions from the City Solicitor and any external legal advice (if applicable), in full, which have been provided to the City in the development of the proposed by-law? 5. What are the potential costs associated with the City of Toronto defending the bylaw against a Charter challenge? How have those costs been estimated? Are there additional non-monetary risks to factor into account? 6. What tests or analysis did staff use to determine the threshold for enforcement of the proposed bylaw? What ongoing tests will be employed to determine a need for enforcement? 7. Should the proposed demonstrations by-law come into force, who will authorize enforcement and what criteria are recommended to be used? 8. Which City Division is recommended to enforce the by-law? Has that Division confirmed they would have the necessary budgetary resources to enforce the by-law? 9. How has Toronto Police Service and/or the Toronto Police Service Board been involved in the development of the draft by-law? 10. What are the budgetary implications of enforcement of the bylaw? If exact costs cannot be estimated, what is the estimated range of the financial impact?
Item IA30.1 was ruled redundant by the Speaker at City Council on May 21 and 22, 2025.
MM30.1adopted
Councillor Saxe seeks authority to provide a non-profit community housing provider, Kensington Market Community Land Trust, with Section 37 funds in the amount of $1,200,000.00 to help purchase a twenty-six (26) unit affordable rental housing building, which includes 10 commercial units and space for further housing, in Ward 11 University-Rosedale. The demand for affordable housing far exceeds the supply. Worse, existing affordable housing is being lost at an accelerating rate, especially in rapidly developing areas such as Ward 11. Kensington Market Community Land Trust is a successful, popular non-profit devoted to preserving affordable housing and commercial space in the Kensington Market area. It already owns and operates 12 affordable housing units and is acquiring two more this month plus a commercial unit. Kensington Market Community Land Trust has raised substantial funds for this third purchase, including private donations, a mortgage, a low-cost loan from a foundation, and $1,600,000 in previously approved funding under the City's Multi-Unit Residential Acquisition Program for eight (8) units of affordable rental housing. However, these funds are not sufficient to purchase the large twenty-six (26) rental housing unit building that Kensington Market Community Land Trust wishes to purchase. The Section 37 funding proposed by this Motion will fill the remaining financial gap and allow the purchase to close next month. The Section 37 funds will be used for the part of the building occupied by affordable housing.
City Council on May 21 and 22, 2025, adopted the following: 1. City Council increase the 2025-2034 Capital Budget and Plan for the Housing Secretariat by $1,200,000.00, fully funded by Section 37 community benefits, to be payable to Kensington Market Community Land Trust, subject to the funds being secured through an agreement as set out in Part 2 below. 2. City Council authorize the Executive Director, Housing Secretariat to negotiate and execute on behalf of the City a municipal capital facility agreement under the Multi-Unit Residential Acquisition Program with Kensington Market Community Land Trust to secure the financial assistance referred to in Part 1, on such terms and conditions satisfactory to the Executive Director, Housing Secretariat, and in a form acceptable to the City Solicitor. 3. City Council authorize the Executive Director, Housing Secretariat to provide $1,200,000.00 in funding, inclusive of Harmonized Sales Tax and disbursements, to Kensington Market Community Land Trust to fund the purchase of an affordable rental housing and commercial building in Ward 11 University-Rosedale, fully funded from Section 37 funds from the development at 27-37 Yorkville Avenue, 26-32 and 50 Cumberland Street (Source Account: XR3026-3701295) in Ward 11. 4. City Council direct that the use of Section 37 community benefits be prominently recognized in documents and promotional materials, including on any construction hoarding, in consultation with the Ward Councillor as a requirement within the agreement between the City and Kensington Market Community Land Trust.
Staff recommendation as filed
Councillor Dianne Saxe, seconded by Councillor Paula Fletcher, recommends that: 1. City Council increase the 2025-2034 Capital Budget and Plan for the Housing Secretariat by $1,200,000.00, fully funded by Section 37 community benefits, to be payable to Kensington Market Community Land Trust, subject to the funds being secured through an agreement as set out in Part 2 below. 2. City Council authorize the Executive Director, Housing Secretariat to negotiate and execute on behalf of the City a municipal capital facility agreement under the Multi-Unit Residential Acquisition Program with Kensington Market Community Land Trust to secure the financial assistance referred to in Part 1, on such terms and conditions satisfactory to the Executive Director, Housing Secretariat, and in a form acceptable to the City Solicitor. 3. City Council authorize the Executive Director, Housing Secretariat to provide $1,200,000.00 in funding, inclusive of Harmonized Sales Tax and disbursements, to Kensington Market Community Land Trust to fund the purchase of an affordable rental housing and commercial building in Ward 11 University-Rosedale, fully funded from Section 37 funds from the development at 27-37 Yorkville Avenue, 26-32 and 50 Cumberland Street (Source Account: XR3026-3701295) in Ward 11. 4. City Council direct that the use of Section 37 community benefits be prominently recognized in documents and promotional materials, including on any construction hoarding, in consultation with the Ward Councillor as a requirement within the agreement between the City and Kensington Market Community Land Trust.
RM30.1adopted
- 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. Members of Council observed a moment of silence in memory of: Ruth Lockhart Abbott the Victims of Lapu Lapu Day Mass Casualty Incident, and the Victims of the 401 Highway Collision. 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 .
CC30.2adopted
Office of the Integrity Commissioner - 2024 Annual Report
The Integrity Commissioner reports annually to City Council on the work of the Office. This Report for Action transmits to City Council the Commissioner's 2024 Annual Report.
City Council on May 21 and 22, 2025, adopted the following: 1. City Council receive the 2024 Annual Report of the Office of the Integrity Commissioner for information.
Staff recommendation as filed
The Integrity Commissioner recommends that: 1. City Council receive the 2024 Annual Report of the Office of the Integrity Commissioner for information.
IA30.2received
Requesting a Fair Consultation Process Regarding the North York Centre Secondary Plan
Councillor Lily Cheng, Ward 18, Willowdale, has submitted the following Administrative Inquiry: I am submitting this Administrative Inquiry under Municipal Code Section 27-7.11 for the May 21, 2025 meeting of City Council. A review of the North York Centre Secondary Plan is underway. As part of this review the City started to engage with the community to land on a vision to help shape the future of this neighbourhood. The engagement started in November 2023, with a focus on introducing the project and seeking input on existing conditions, issues, and opportunities for North York Centre. The North York at the Centre Secondary Plan consultation has prompted a number of concerns from community members regarding the survey, consultation and overall engagement approach. Feedback indicates that the survey was perceived as overly lengthy, technical, and difficult to navigate, with limited accessibility features such as support options or the ability to revise responses- factors that may have contributed to a low completion rate. Residents also expressed that public outreach was limited, and many felt insufficiently informed to participate meaningfully. Concerns were raised about the integrity of the process, including the low number of responses and perceptions of bias toward the City's Emerging Preferred Option, which some believe does not reflect the priorities of the broader community. Alternative options, particularly Alternative number 1, were viewed by some as more aligned with local values but were not given sufficient consideration. Residents have raised questions about how the Emerging Preferred Option was selected and by whom- whether it was the preference of the consultant (WSP), City staff, or the community. Clarification is sought on whether residents were given the opportunity to choose from multiple options and, if the Emerging Preferred Option was presented as reflecting resident preferences, what data or methodology was used to support that conclusion. There is a call for greater transparency regarding the decision-making process and how public input was incorporated into the selection of the Emerging Preferred Option. Residents called for greater involvement in the decision-making process by local representatives, such as Councillors, to ensure the process reflects genuine community input. Concerns were raised about loss of livable urban conditions, inadequate infrastructure planning, and the lack of transparency regarding zoning changes, such as in the Central Finch Area. In light of these concerns, we respectfully request extended consultation, greater transparency through consistent communication, and more inclusive engagement to ensure the process reflects the diverse voices of the community. Since the impact of the new North York at the Centre Secondary Plan will significantly increase the density of population along Yonge St and stretching much further to the east and west than our previous secondary plan, it is vital to ensure that the consultation process is fair and fulsome, with excellent communication to the public. I am asking the following questions to ensure our consultations are genuine and not masked information sessions so that community members' ideas and concerns are woven into the future iteration of the North York at the Centre Secondary Plan. 'Emerging Preferred Option' 1. Who selected the Emerging Preferred Option for North York at the Centre Secondary Plan presented to residents for consultation? Was the Emerging Preferred Option preferred by the consultant-WSP, City staff or residents? 2. If the Emerging Preferred Option was identified as the preference of residents, on the basis of what data was this conclusion drawn? 3. Were residents given the opportunity to choose an Emerging Preferred Option from among multiple options? 4. What method was used to capture this option as the preference over other options? 5. How was the Advisory Committee engaged in formulating the Emerging Preferred Option? What is the current buy-in of this advisory committee? Survey 1. How many survey responses were received? 2. What is an adequate number of survey results to demonstrate a fulsome consultation with Ward 18 constituents who will experience a doubling of their population over the next 30 years? 3. Users found the survey too long, overly technical, and not user-friendly, especially for the average citizen. Was the survey designed following established best practices? 4. Did the survey allow users to revise or revisit their responses while completing it? 5. Many users felt they lacked the necessary information to provide meaningful input. Did the survey offer clear explanations and accessible resources in plain language to help users respond effectively? 6. Many users felt insufficiently informed to provide meaningful input. Did the survey include sufficient explanations, resources in a simple language to support users to answer adequately? 7. Was there any advance notice provided about the estimated time required to complete the survey, given that it reportedly took up to two hours and may have contributed to low completion rates? 8. Was it abundantly clear to residents how they could access multilingual versions of the survey? In-Person Consultation Meetings 1. Why was the North York at the Centre Secondary Plan in-person consultation conducted in a drop-in format rather than a town hall format where all community members would have the opportunity to hear other community members' questions and staff answers in order to form a deeper and reasoned opinion on the desirability of the new North York at the Centre Secondary Plan for their neighbourhood? 2. What communication strategies were implemented between Phase 1 and Phase 2 of the consultations to keep residents informed, increase their understanding of the plan, and prepare them for Phase 2? 3. What is the policy and process for receiving feedback at in-person meetings? How are the insights and learnings from conversations with constituents captured beyond sticky notes to inform part of the analysis?
City Council on May 21 and 22, 2025, received Administrative Inquiry from Councillor Lily Cheng, Ward 18, Willowdale, regarding Requesting a Fair Consultation Process Regarding the North York at the Centre Secondary, and Answer IA30.2a from the Chief Planner and Executive Director, City Planning.
MM30.2adopted
The Jose Rizal Memorial by F.B Caede in Earl Bales Park was gifted by the Philippine government to the City of Toronto in 1998 on the centennial of Filipino independence. The memorial's bronze bust honours Dr. Jose P. Rizal, a doctor, philosopher and poet whose writings influenced the nationalist movement that led to independence of the Philippines from Spain. Dr. Rizal is known as the foremost national hero of the Philippines, the father of Filipino independence, and is a symbol of deep national pride for the Filipino Canadian community in Toronto and Filipino communities around the world. Dr. Rizal is also said to have been the first Filipino to set foot on Canadian soil, on May 12, 1888. Earl Bales Park was chosen as the memorial site in 1998 as it is centrally located, easily accessed, and had hosted many Filipino community events. Proposed upgrades to the memorial include landscaping improvements to increase the monument's accessibility for casual visitors and during cultural celebrations and ceremonies. As part of the upgrades, the statue's bust and plaques will be rotated 180 degrees providing an opportunity to utilize the open area to the east of the monument as a point of orientation.
City Council on May 21 and 22, 2025, adopted the following: 1. City Council amend Parks and Recreation's 2025-2034 Capital Budget and Plan to create a new capital sub-project known as the Jose Rizal Memorial Project in the Park Development project, with a project cost and cash flow of $60,000 gross and $0 debt in 2025, fully funded by Section 37 community benefits obtained from the development at 700, 702, 714 and 716 Sheppard Avenue West secured for improvements to park assets (Source Account: XR3026-3701248) for the purpose of asset improvements at the Jose Rizal Memorial in Earl Bales Park. 2. City Council increase the 2025 Operating Budget for Economic Development and Culture on a one-time basis by $15,000.00 gross and $0 net, fully funded by Section 37 community benefits obtained in the development at 700, 702, 714 and 716 Sheppard Avenue West (Source Account: XR3026-3701248), to fund maintenance of the Jose Rizal Memorial in Earl Bales Park (Cost Centre: AH0033).
Staff recommendation as filed
Councillor James Pasternak, seconded by Councillor Jamaal Myers, recommends that: 1. City Council amend Parks and Recreation's 2025-2034 Capital Budget and Plan to create a new capital sub-project known as the Jose Rizal Memorial Project in the Park Development project, with a project cost and cash flow of $60,000 gross and $0 debt in 2025, fully funded by Section 37 community benefits obtained from the development at 700, 702, 714 and 716 Sheppard Avenue West secured for improvements to park assets (Source Account: XR3026-3701248) for the purpose of asset improvements at the Jose Rizal Memorial in Earl Bales Park. 2. City Council increase the 2025 Operating Budget for Economic Development and Culture on a one-time basis by $15,000.00 gross and $0 net, fully funded by Section 37 community benefits obtained in the development at 700, 702, 714 and 716 Sheppard Avenue West (Source Account: XR3026-3701248), to fund maintenance of the Jose Rizal Memorial in Earl Bales Park (Cost Centre: AH0033).
RM30.2adopted
City Council will confirm the Minutes from the regular meeting held on April 23 and 24, 2025.
City Council confirmed the minutes from the regular meeting held on April 23 and 24, 2025.
CC30.3amended
On June 5, 2024, I notified the City of my intention to investigate whether Municipal Licensing and Standards' response to an Urgent Service Request at a multi-tenant home was fair and consistent with a human rights-based approach to housing. During this investigation, it was subsequently identified that the Housing Secretariat played a role in the City's response to the concerns of tenants living at this multi-tenant home. As a result, on March 4, 2025, I provided further notice to the City that this investigation would also examine the role of the Housing Secretariat's Eviction Prevention in the Community program with respect to the tenants at this property. This report makes 27 recommendations which are set out below. The City's administration has agreed to implement these recommendations. I am submitting my report, dated May 13, 2025, to City Council for consideration at its May 21-23, 2025, meeting.
City Council on May 21 and 22, 2025, adopted the following: 1. City Council direct City staff to implement the Ombudsman's recommendations from his investigation report, An Investigation into the City's Response to a Vital Services Outage in a Multi-Tenant Home (May 13, 2025): Recommendation 1- Municipal Licensing and Standards should develop guidance for staff on the types of situations where it may be acceptable to make an exception to the requirement that bylaw officers attend a Priority 1 service request within 48 hours, and that bylaw officers issue an Order within 48 hours of their attendance, as well as factors that should weigh against making exceptions. This guidance should be incorporated into the Priority Response Standard Operating Procedure. Recommendation 2- Municipal Licensing and Standards should incorporate guidelines into its General Investigations Standard Operating Procedure for when decisions and reasons should be communicated to complainants in writing, considering factors such as the complexity and urgency of the matter and the vulnerabilities of the affected parties. These guidelines should require Municipal Licensing and Standards to outline the results of the investigation and any relevant factors that informed the decision as set out in the Standard Operating Procedures and the bylaws. As part of this written communication, Municipal Licensing and Standards should include information about how to make a complaint. Recommendation 3- Municipal Licensing and Standards should update the General Investigations Standard Operating Procedure, the Notebooks and Case Management Standard Operating Procedure the Priority Response Standard Operating Procedure, and the Vital Services Standard Operating Procedure to make specific reference to the Bylaw Compliance and Enforcement Policy when enforcement action is contemplated and/or when officers may be expected to exercise discretion. Recommendation 4- In consultation with the Housing Secretariat, and as required by the Toronto Housing Charter, Municipal Licensing and Standards should revise its Standard Operating Procedures relevant to rental housing standards enforcement to consider impacts on the right to adequate housing, including preserving affordable housing under the HousingTO Action Plan. This revision process should include the Bylaw Compliance and Enforcement Policy, General Investigations Standard Operating Procedure, Priority Response Standard Operating Procedure, Remedial Action Standard Operating Procedure, and Vital Services Standard Operating Procedure. Recommendation 5- Municipal Licensing and Standards should develop a process in the Vital Services Standard Operating Procedure for responding to scenarios which fall under the exceptions in Municipal Code chapters § 629-32 and § 835-8. This revision should include guidelines on how to interpret these provisions, and outline the steps a bylaw officer should take to: 1) accurately determine the minimum time necessary to conduct repairs, 2) communicate deadlines for completing repairs to the landlord, including reminders and follow-ups, 3) reassess whether a bylaw breach exists if the landlord has not met deadlines, and 4) provide tenants with referrals to housing supports in the interim while the landlord is doing repairs. Recommendation 6- Municipal Licensing and Standards should develop a process for responding to vital service shutoffs ordered by utility providers and incorporate that process into the Vital Services Standard Operating Procedure. Recommendation 7- The processes referred to in Recommendations 5 and 6 should reiterate the need for a "proportionate and risk-based response" under the Bylaw Compliance and Enforcement Policy and explicitly state that evidence of impact on tenants should inform the level of urgency of Municipal Licensing and Standards' response. Recommendation 8- The processes referred to in Recommendations 5 and 6 should take the human right to adequate housing into account by prioritizing security of tenure, preservation of affordable housing units, and minimizing impacts on tenants. Recommendation 9- In consultation with Toronto's major utility providers, Municipal Licensing and Standards should identify a liaison within each organization whom staff can directly contact for information about vital service shutoffs and to troubleshoot complex cases. The Vital Services Standard Operating Procedure should be updated to set out the role of these liaisons and when Municipal Licensing and Standards staff should contact them. Municipal Licensing and Standards should assign a staff position to be responsible for regularly reviewing and updating this contact information to ensure it is up to date. Recommendation 10- Municipal Licensing and Standards should develop a file closure checklist for Priority 1 Service Requests to be completed by supervisors, to ensure that bylaw officers have followed Standard Operating Procedures, adhered to all applicable timelines, exercised discretion appropriately, and met all case management expectations. This checklist should be created and implemented by March 31, 2026. Recommendation 11- In consultation with supervisors and management, Municipal Licensing and Standards should revise its process for automatically generated reports and identify what information is necessary for supervisors to receive on a weekly basis, and how to present that information in a way that is useful for supervisors. Recommendation 12- Municipal Licensing and Standards should develop a written procedure for conducting monthly one-on-one check-ins between bylaw officers and supervisors, including expectations for what will be reviewed, how the check-in will be documented, and the process for addressing performance concerns. Supervisors should be trained on this procedure, and staff should be made aware of the check-in process. Recommendation 13- Municipal Licensing and Standards should develop and implement a training plan to ensure that all bylaw officers working in rental housing standards receive training on the vital services bylaws. Municipal Licensing and Standards should ensure that all bylaw officers working in rental housing standards receive this training by December 31, 2025. Recommendation 14- Municipal Licensing and Standards should organize their policy database so that bylaw officers can easily access the policies and Standard Operating Procedures most relevant to their unit. This should be completed by December 31, 2025. Recommendation 15- Municipal Licensing and Standards should ensure that the revisions made to the Bylaw Compliance and Enforcement Policy, General Investigations Standard Operating Procedure, Notebooks and Case Management Standard Operating Procedure, Priority Response Standard Operating Procedure, Remedial Action Standard Operating Procedure, and Vital Services Standard Operating Procedure under Recommendations 1-12 are incorporated into training materials for its frontline staff and management working in rental housing enforcement. Bylaw officers working in rental housing enforcement should receive refresher trainings which address these revisions. Recommendation 16- The City, in its delivery of training on the human right to adequate housing, should ensure that all Municipal Licensing and Standards frontline staff and management who work in rental standards enforcement are trained on the Toronto Housing Charter and the human right to adequate housing by December 31, 2025. Recommendation 17- Eviction Prevention in the Community should develop a procedure for the services it delivers through Toronto Emergency Management's ("TEM") emergency response protocol. These procedures should define which Eviction Prevention in the Community services are available, eligibility criteria, response times, and guidelines for the use of discretion. Recommendation 18- The Eviction Prevention in the Community Program Model should be updated to include the services Eviction Prevention in the Community provides under the Toronto Emergency Management's emergency response protocol and refer to the relevant policies and procedures which guide the delivery of those services. Recommendation 19- The City should, in its upcoming revision of Toronto Emergency Management's Emergency Human Services Policy, formalize Eviction Prevention in the Community's role in delivering services. This revision should include information about when Eviction Prevention in the Community will become involved, eligibility criteria and referral information. Recommendation 20- The City should publish on its website basic information about Eviction Prevention in the Community's role in supporting tenants under Toronto Emergency Management's emergency response protocol. Recommendation 21- The Housing Secretariat should consult with Ombudsman Toronto in its upcoming review and revision of Eviction Prevention in the Community's policy framework to ensure consistency with the principles of administrative fairness and the right to adequate housing. Recommendation 22- Eviction Prevention in the Community should establish their own service standards for response times to service requests, in order to account for the urgency of Eviction Prevention in the Community's work. Recommendation 23- The Housing Secretariat should develop guidelines on exercising discretion in the delivery of Eviction Prevention in the Community services, including requirements for documenting discretionary decisions. Recommendation 24- The Housing Secretariat should ensure that all Eviction Prevention in the Community staff are trained on the Toronto Housing Charter and the human right to adequate housing by December 31, 2025. Recommendation 25- The Housing Secretariat should fulfil City Council's direction in CC2.1 - 2023 Housing Action Plan to provide recommendations to support multi-tenant home tenants in the event of unexpected closures, including any necessary requests for funding, bylaw changes, or the creation of new programs by December 31, 2025. The Housing Secretariat should consult with Municipal Licensing and Standards in the development of these recommendations. Recommendation 26- In implementing Recommendation 25, the City should consider whether to update or replace the Rooming House Emergency Response Plan. 2. The City Manager should provide a status update to the Executive Committee on the implementation of all these recommendations by November 1, 2025, and quarterly thereafter; additionally, the City Manager report to the Housing Rights Advisory Committee within a year. 3. City Council direct the Deputy City Manager, Infrastructure Services to report to the September 25, 2025 meeting of the Planning and Housing Committee, with: a. options and considerations for City staff on undertaking required work on Priority 1 service requests (including those related to lack of vital services) at the property owners' cost, if voluntary compliance has not been achieved in a timely manner; and b. an anonymized list of the 10 most recent Priority 1 service requests related to multi-tenant houses, listing publicly shareable details on what work was required, how the service request was resolved, and a summary of any disclosable information on whether the City considered carrying out required work, and reasons for why the City carried out or did not carry out the required work. 4. City Council request the City Manager to report to the September 25, 2025 meeting of the Planning and Housing Committee on: a. how no heat, no power and no water was reported out by 311 as "Property Standards and Maintenance Violations"; b. description of previous work undertaken by WoodGreen and which is now delivered by EPIC; and c. what steps were taken with the manager, supervisor and bylaw enforcement officer involved in this investigation. 5. City Council direct the Deputy City Manager, Infrastructure Services, the Deputy City Manager, Development and Growth, and the Deputy City Manager, Community and Emergency Services to report to Planning and Housing Committee by December 31, 2025, on recommendations to support multi-tenant house tenants in the event of unexpected closures and/or circumstances that may render their homes uninhabitable, including availability of emergency temporary accommodations for displaced tenants, bylaw changes, creation of new programs, and associated funding requirements. 6. City Council direct the Deputy City Manager, Infrastructure Services, in consultation with the Chief Procurement Officer, to ensure the City has engaged a roster of contractors who, if required, are able to carry out emergency repairs, mold and pest abatement, and other remediation to restore vital services and ensure multi-tenant houses and other rental properties are habitable in a timely manner. 7. City Council direct the Deputy City Manager, Development and Growth and the Deputy City Manager, Community and Emergency Services to provide support for multi-tenant house tenants in the event of unexpected closures and/or circumstances that may render their home uninhabitable through expanded eligibility and additional investments for the Eviction Prevention in Community program and services of Toronto Emergency Management, and by leveraging the City's Specialized Program for Inter-divisional Enhanced Responsiveness (SPIDER) program. 8. City Council request the Executive Director, Municipal Licensing and Standards, to: a. provide an annual report on enforcement action in all buildings under the purview of the Multi-Tenant Housing and RentSafe by-laws that includes a description of outcomes achieved by By-Law Enforcement Officers regarding by-law violations deemed "Priority One", including Vital Services, Property Standards or Heating Bylaw, and other violations that pose a risk to the health and safety of residents, including mould and pests; and b. ensure that By-Law Enforcement Officers file work orders independently for violations occurring in common areas and assist tenants to complete work orders regarding in-unit violations.
Staff recommendation as filed
The Ombudsman recommends that: 1. City Council direct City staff to implement the Ombudsman's recommendations from his investigation report, An Investigation into the City's Response to a Vital Services Outage in a Multi-Tenant Home (May 13, 2025): Recommendation 1- Municipal Licensing and Standards should develop guidance for staff on the types of situations where it may be acceptable to make an exception to the requirement that bylaw officers attend a Priority 1 service request within 48 hours, and that bylaw officers issue an Order within 48 hours of their attendance, as well as factors that should weigh against making exceptions. This guidance should be incorporated into the Priority Response Standard Operating Procedure. Recommendation 2- Municipal Licensing and Standards should incorporate guidelines into its General Investigations Standard Operating Procedure for when decisions and reasons should be communicated to complainants in writing, considering factors such as the complexity and urgency of the matter and the vulnerabilities of the affected parties. These guidelines should require Municipal Licensing and Standards to outline the results of the investigation and any relevant factors that informed the decision as set out in the Standard Operating Procedures and the bylaws. As part of this written communication, Municipal Licensing and Standards should include information about how to make a complaint. Recommendation 3- Municipal Licensing and Standards should update the General Investigations Standard Operating Procedure, the Notebooks and Case Management Standard Operating Procedure the Priority Response Standard Operating Procedure, and the Vital Services Standard Operating Procedure to make specific reference to the Bylaw Compliance and Enforcement Policy when enforcement action is contemplated and/or when officers may be expected to exercise discretion. Recommendation 4- In consultation with the Housing Secretariat, and as required by the Toronto Housing Charter, Municipal Licensing and Standards should revise its Standard Operating Procedures relevant to rental housing standards enforcement to consider impacts on the right to adequate housing, including preserving affordable housing under the HousingTO Action Plan. This revision process should include the Bylaw Compliance and Enforcement Policy, General Investigations Standard Operating Procedure, Priority Response Standard Operating Procedure, Remedial Action Standard Operating Procedure, and Vital Services Standard Operating Procedure. Recommendation 5- Municipal Licensing and Standards should develop a process in the Vital Services Standard Operating Procedure for responding to scenarios which fall under the exceptions in Municipal Code chapters § 629-32 and § 835-8. This revision should include guidelines on how to interpret these provisions, and outline the steps a bylaw officer should take to: 1) accurately determine the minimum time necessary to conduct repairs, 2) communicate deadlines for completing repairs to the landlord, including reminders and follow-ups, 3) reassess whether a bylaw breach exists if the landlord has not met deadlines, and 4) provide tenants with referrals to housing supports in the interim while the landlord is doing repairs. Recommendation 6- Municipal Licensing and Standards should develop a process for responding to vital service shutoffs ordered by utility providers and incorporate that process into the Vital Services Standard Operating Procedure. Recommendation 7- The processes referred to in Recommendations 5 and 6 should reiterate the need for a "proportionate and risk-based response" under the Bylaw Compliance & Enforcement Policy and explicitly state that evidence of impact on tenants should inform the level of urgency of Municipal Licensing and Standards' response. Recommendation 8- The processes referred to in Recommendations 5 and 6 should take the human right to adequate housing into account by prioritizing security of tenure, preservation of affordable housing units, and minimizing impacts on tenants. Recommendation 9- In consultation with Toronto's major utility providers, Municipal Licensing and Standards should identify a liaison within each organization whom staff can directly contact for information about vital service shutoffs and to troubleshoot complex cases. The Vital Services Standard Operating Procedure should be updated to set out the role of these liaisons and when Municipal Licensing and Standards staff should contact them. Municipal Licensing and Standards should assign a staff position to be responsible for regularly reviewing and updating this contact information to ensure it is up to date. Recommendation 10- Municipal Licensing and Standards should develop a file closure checklist for Priority 1 Service Requests to be completed by supervisors, to ensure that bylaw officers have followed Standard Operating Procedures, adhered to all applicable timelines, exercised discretion appropriately, and met all case management expectations. This checklist should be created and implemented by March 31, 2026. Recommendation 11- In consultation with supervisors and management, Municipal Licensing and Standards should revise its process for automatically generated reports and identify what information is necessary for supervisors to receive on a weekly basis, and how to present that information in a way that is useful for supervisors. Recommendation 12- Municipal Licensing and Standards should develop a written procedure for conducting monthly one-on-one check-ins between bylaw officers and supervisors, including expectations for what will be reviewed, how the check-in will be documented, and the process for addressing performance concerns. Supervisors should be trained on this procedure, and staff should be made aware of the check-in process. Recommendation 13- Municipal Licensing and Standards should develop and implement a training plan to ensure that all bylaw officers working in rental housing standards receive training on the vital services bylaws. Municipal Licensing and Standards should ensure that all bylaw officers working in rental housing standards receive this training by December 31, 2025. Recommendation 14- Municipal Licensing and Standards should organize their policy database so that bylaw officers can easily access the policies and Standard Operating Procedures most relevant to their unit. This should be completed by December 31, 2025. Recommendation 15- Municipal Licensing and Standards should ensure that the revisions made to the Bylaw Compliance and Enforcement Policy, General Investigations Standard Operating Procedure, Notebooks and Case Management Standard Operating Procedure, Priority Response Standard Operating Procedure, Remedial Action Standard Operating Procedure, and Vital Services Standard Operating Procedure under Recommendations 1-12 are incorporated into training materials for its frontline staff and management working in rental housing enforcement. Bylaw officers working in rental housing enforcement should receive refresher trainings which address these revisions. Recommendation 16- The City, in its delivery of training on the human right to adequate housing, should ensure that all Municipal Licensing and Standards frontline staff and management who work in rental standards enforcement are trained on the Toronto Housing Charter and the human right to adequate housing by December 31, 2025. Recommendation 17- Eviction Prevention in the Community should develop a procedure for the services it delivers through Toronto Emergency Management's ("TEM") emergency response protocol. These procedures should define which Eviction Prevention in the Community services are available, eligibility criteria, response times, and guidelines for the use of discretion. Recommendation 18- The Eviction Prevention in the Community Program Model should be updated to include the services Eviction Prevention in the Community provides under the Toronto Emergency Management's emergency response protocol and refer to the relevant policies and procedures which guide the delivery of those services. Recommendation 19- The City should, in its upcoming revision of Toronto Emergency Management's Emergency Human Services Policy, formalize Eviction Prevention in the Community's role in delivering services. This revision should include information about when Eviction Prevention in the Community will become involved, eligibility criteria and referral information. Recommendation 20- The City should publish on its website basic information about Eviction Prevention in the Community's role in supporting tenants under Toronto Emergency Management's emergency response protocol. Recommendation 21- The Housing Secretariat should consult with Ombudsman Toronto in its upcoming review and revision of Eviction Prevention in the Community's policy framework to ensure consistency with the principles of administrative fairness and the right to adequate housing. Recommendation 22- Eviction Prevention in the Community should establish their own service standards for response times to service requests, in order to account for the urgency of Eviction Prevention in the Community's work. Recommendation 23- The Housing Secretariat should develop guidelines on exercising discretion in the delivery of Eviction Prevention in the Community services, including requirements for documenting discretionary decisions. Recommendation 24- The Housing Secretariat should ensure that all Eviction Prevention in the Community staff are trained on the Toronto Housing Charter and the human right to adequate housing by December 31, 2025. Recommendation 25- The Housing Secretariat should fulfil City Council's direction in CC2.1 - 2023 Housing Action Plan to provide recommendations to support multi-tenant home tenants in the event of unexpected closures, including any necessary requests for funding, bylaw changes, or the creation of new programs by December 31, 2025. The Housing Secretariat should consult with Municipal Licensing and Standards in the development of these recommendations. Recommendation 26- In implementing Recommendation 25, the City should consider whether to update or replace the Rooming House Emergency Response Plan. Recommendation 27- The City should provide a status update on the implementation of all these recommendations by November 1, 2025, and quarterly thereafter.
MM30.3adopted
Since 2009, artists from The Box Murals Project have painted over 600 murals on Bell Canada outdoor utility boxes in over 50 communities throughout Toronto, Southern Ontario and Quebec. The Box Murals Project is an innovative collaboration between private businesses, community organizations, local artists and local governments that benefits all members of the community. Residents in Davenport have identified a number of utility boxes for which they have requested public art. The funds released by this motion will support this initiative.
City Council on May 21 and 22, 2025, adopted the following: 1. City Council increase the 2025 Operating Budget for Non-Program by $18,080 gross, $0 net, for the purpose of providing one-time capital funding to the Box Murals Inc. to complete eight murals on Bell Canada utility boxes at the locations listed below in Ward 9 Davenport, fully funded by Section 37 (Planning Act Reserve Fund) community benefits collected from 1800-1818 St. Clair Avenue West and 383, 423 and 425 Old Weston Road (Source Account: XR3026-3701151) for local area amenity improvements (Cost Centre: NP2161): a. 85 Rowntree Avenue; b. 109 Rowntree Avenue; c. 129 Prescott Avenue; d. 177 Caledonia Road (three boxes); e. 289 Harvie Avenue; and f. 1282 St. Clair Avenue West. 2. City Council direct that the $18,080 be forwarded to the Box Murals Inc. upon the signing of an Undertaking that governs the use of the funds and the financial reporting requirements.
Staff recommendation as filed
Councillor Alejandra Bravo, seconded by Councillor Amber Morley, recommends that: 1. City Council increase the 2025 Operating Budget for Non-Program by $18,080 gross, $0 net, for the purpose of providing one-time capital funding to the Box Murals Inc. to complete eight murals on Bell Canada utility boxes at the locations listed below in Ward 9 Davenport, fully funded by Section 37 (Planning Act Reserve Fund) community benefits collected from 1800-1818 St. Clair Avenue West and 383, 423 and 425 Old Weston Road (Source Account: XR3026-3701151) for local area amenity improvements (Cost Centre: NP2161): a. 85 Rowntree Avenue; b. 109 Rowntree Avenue; c. 129 Prescott Avenue; d. 177 Caledonia Road (three boxes); e. 289 Harvie Avenue; and f. 1282 St. Clair Avenue West. 2. City Council direct that the $18,080 be forwarded to the Box Murals Inc. upon the signing of an Undertaking that governs the use of the funds and the financial reporting requirements.
RM30.3adopted
Introduction of Committee Reports and New Business from City Officials
Report of the Executive Committee from Meeting 23 on May 13, 2025 Submitted by Mayor Olivia Chow, Chair Report of the Board of Health from Meeting 24 on May 5, 2025 Submitted by Councillor Chris Moise, Chair Report of the Civic Appointments Committee from Meeting 25 on May 2, 2025 Submitted by Councillor Lily Cheng, Chair Report of the Corporations Nominating Panel from Meeting 16 on April 29, 2025 Submitted by Councillor Paula Fletcher, Chair Report of the Economic and Community Development Committee from Meeting 20 on May 6, 2025 Submitted by Councillor Alejandra Bravo, Chair Report of the General Government Committee from Meeting 21 on May 12, 2025 Submitted by Councillor Paul Ainslie, Chair Report of the Infrastructure and Environment Committee from Meeting 21 on May 7, 2025 Submitted by Councillor Mike Colle, Vice-Chair Report of the Planning and Housing Committee from Meeting 21 on May 8, 2025 Submitted by Councillor Gord Perks, Chair Report of the Etobicoke York Community Council from Meeting 22 on April 30, 2025 Submitted by Councillor Stephen Holyday, Chair Report of the North York Community Council from Meeting 23 on April 30, 2025 Submitted by Councillor James Pasternak, Chair Report of the Scarborough Community Council from Meeting 22 on May 1, 2025 Submitted by Councillor Paul Ainslie, Chair Report of the Toronto and East York Community Council from Meeting 22 on May 1, 2025 Submitted by Deputy Mayor Ausma Malik, Vice-Chair New Business from City Officials
Committee Reports and New Business were presented to City Council for consideration.
CC30.4received
Status Update on City Activities Related to the Therme Spa Project
The purpose of this report is to advise that the City Manager will be submitting a report to City Council for its meeting on May 21, 22, and 23, 2025, to respond to MM29.11: Taking a Stand to Protect Ontario Place and Our City's Public Waterfront, which requested staff to report to the next meeting of City Council with a status update on all City activities related to the Therme spa project.
City Council on May 21 and 22, 2025, received the Item for information.
Staff recommendation as filed
The City Manager recommends that: 1. City Council receive this report for information.
MM30.4adopted
The not-for-profit Heliconian Club is a key network for women living and working in the arts. It also plays an active role in wider community initiatives and maintains an outreach program. It was founded in 1909 as a place for women working in the arts to meet, exchange ideas, and develop as artists, and these needs continue today. The home of the club is the Heliconian Hall, a National Heritage Site at 35 Hazelton Avenue in Yorkville. The Hall is a valued, welcoming space for creative women in the literary world and in other artistic disciplines. It was built in 1876 when Yorkville was a rural village on Toronto's outskirts. First a church, then headquarters of a painters' union, the building became the Heliconian Hall in 1923. The building is an excellent example of the rare Carpenter's Gothic architectural style, with a simple board and batten exterior, Victorian rose window, and carved rafters in a high vaulted ceiling. The Heliconian Hall is one of the few buildings of this style remaining in southern Ontario. It was designated a Toronto historic site in 1990 and a National Historic Site in 2008; a plaque was erected outside the building in 2011. Its beautiful acoustics continue to make it one of Toronto's most cherished small concert halls, regularly used as a performance venue and art gallery. After 150 years, the Hall requires substantial renovations and accessibility upgrades. These section 37 funds, combined with contributions from neighbouring residents' associations, will allow construction of three accessible washrooms, and will make the Hall eligible to apply for federal restoration funds.
City Council on May 21 and 22, 2025, adopted the following: 1. City Council increase the 2025 Operating Budget for Non-Program on a one-time basis by $20,000 gross, $0 net, fully funded by Section 37 community benefits obtained from the development at 50-60, 62 and 64 Charles Street East and 47 and 61 Hayden Street (Source Account: XR3026-3700671) secured for cultural space, to be used to construct new accessible washrooms at the historic Heliconian Club (Cost Centre: NP2161). 2. City Council direct that the $20,000 be forwarded to the Heliconian Club upon the signing of an Undertaking by the Heliconian Club 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 2025 Operating Budget for Non-Program on a one-time basis by $20,000 gross, $0 net, fully funded by Section 37 community benefits obtained from the development at 50-60, 62 and 64 Charles Street East and 47 and 61 Hayden Street (Source Account: XR3026-3700671) secured for cultural space, to be used to construct new accessible washrooms at the historic Heliconian Club (Cost Centre: NP2161). 2. City Council direct that the $20,000 be forwarded to the Heliconian Club upon the signing of an Undertaking by the Heliconian Club that governs the use of the funds and the financial reporting requirements.
RM30.4received
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.
CC30.5amended
Proposed By-law Amendment to Provide Access to Social Infrastructure
In December 2024, City Council directed the City Manager in consultation with the City Solicitor, applicable City divisions, the Toronto Police Service and other applicable stakeholders, to report to City Council in the first quarter of 2025, informed by public consultations and a constitutional legal expert opinion on the Charter Rights implications from the City Solicitor, with a proposed bylaw, with an emphasis on protecting vulnerable institutions such as places of worship, faith-based schools and cultural institutions, that supports the City's commitment to keeping Torontonians safe from hate and protects Charter rights that address impacts of demonstrations that target people based on their identity as prohibited under the Ontario Human Rights Code. Since that time, staff have been advancing work on a proposed bylaw in response to Council direction. The City Manager's Office and Legal Services worked closely together, in consultation with the Toronto Police Service, and informed by feedback from City divisions with applicable subject-matter expertise, such as Corporate Real Estate Management (Corporate Security), Municipal Licensing and Standards, Social Development, Strategic Public and Employee Communications, and Transportation Services. City staff were mindful of the various needs and priorities in undertaking this work, including respecting Charter rights, applying a reconciliation and equity lens, keeping Toronto safe for all, and taking a balanced and measured approach that considers all diverse perspectives and options to respond to Council's direction and support informed decision-making. City staff conducted a jurisdictional scan reviewing applicable bylaws and legislation to support the development of a proposed bylaw. A literature search was also conducted to identify relevant and available research to support City staff's work. Additional factors unique to Toronto that were considered include the City's sprawl and density, its built environment including public right-of-way widths, the City's role in bylaw administration and enforcement, and Toronto's diversity. The City undertook a multi-pronged approach for public consultation to maximize opportunities for public input and enable broad participation and inclusive representation. The consultation approach prioritized inclusivity, safety, access and privacy. Third-party consultant services were procured to support the consultation and facilitate the comfort and safety of all participants in providing input to the City. The consultation gathered input and feedback through the following methods: - Survey: an anonymous online survey was available between March 17, 2025 and May 1, 2025 - Written Submissions: comments via email were accepted between March 17, 2025 and May 1, 2025 - Public Sessions: two virtual public sessions took place on April 22, 2025 and April 30, 2025 - Community-Focused Discussion Sessions: small group discussions took place with individuals from and organizations representing Indigenous, Black, equity-deserving groups, 2SLGBTQ+, racialized communities, newcomers, youth, seniors, as well as legal and civil liberties groups, human rights organizations, faith-based groups, environmental sector, unions and labour organizations, public transit and climate justice advocates Key themes from the public consultation included: - Polarization of opinion in terms of strong support for or strong opposition to a potential proposed bylaw - Concern about potential infringement of rights protected under the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms - Support for demonstrations in Toronto - Ability for the City to explore and/or utilize other existing enforcement tools to address concerns about demonstrations - Lack of clarity around the definition of "vulnerable institutions" Based on learnings from the jurisdictional scan, research and diverse feedback received through the public consultation process, City staff recommend amending the Streets and Sidewalks By-law to include new provisions as outlined in Attachment 5. The proposed bylaw amendment affirms that the City's streets and sidewalks are for all, and that residents should not be impeded from access to social infrastructure and its programs and services. The proposed bylaw amendment leverages and builds upon an existing City by-law to ensure access to social infrastructure by prohibiting certain activities and conduct on City property. The proposed by-law amendment would direct staff to establish an Access Area prohibiting specific behaviours which prevent access to prescribed Social Infrastructure for a 180-day period upon a request from the Owner (property owner or operator) that meets listed criteria. By scoping the application of the proposed bylaw amendment to specified locations where prohibited actions have occurred and times in relation to the locations' operations, the bylaw amendment aims to protect access to the Social Infrastructure while limiting the potential impairment on Charter rights. A request-based approach would enable Owners of specified locations to request an Access Area, in which prohibitions under the proposed bylaw amendment would apply to respond to access barriers and mitigate impacts on the community, based on the circumstances at a point in time. The proposed bylaw amendment would apply to prescribed Social Infrastructure, defined as a Childcare Centre, a Place of Worship or a School, to mitigate barriers to access where identifiable communities and children (i.e. minors) gather. An established Access Area would cover any City property that is within 20 metres from the boundaries of the property on which the prescribed Social Infrastructure is located. The 20-metre distance reflects consideration of a reasonable perimeter that achieves the intended objective of protecting access to the prescribed Social Infrastructure, while being minimally impairing on Charter rights and operationally practicable in relation to Toronto's built environment. Should Council adopt the proposed bylaw amendment, it could provide Bylaw Enforcement Officers supported by Toronto Police Service with an additional mechanism to assist them in enabling safe access to social infrastructure. As part of an education-first approach, the proposed bylaw amendment could also be used as an educational tool to promote proactive and voluntary compliance. The proposed by-law amendment also contains a provision requiring that enforcement staff would provide notice of bylaw contravening activity prior to laying any charges. This would allow persons to voluntarily comply with the by-law prior to being subject to any further enforcement action. The bylaw would permit By-law Enforcement Officers to escalate from education to enforcement when education has not been effective in stopping the prohibited activities. Further, with a clear statutory prohibition in place, police would be able to utilise the Trespass to Property Act more easily. If adopted by Council, the City Manager's Office will support Transportation Services to administer the proposed bylaw amendment as part of the transition to prepare for the new bylaw provisions coming into effect. Transportation Services will be responsible for the administration of the proposed bylaw amendment, including the intake, processing and review of requests, liaison with stakeholders, complaints/appeals process and public notice requirements. This report recommends the proposed by-law amendment come into effect on July 2, 2025. If adopted by Council, as of July 2, 2025, the City will begin accepting requests for Access Areas. Information on the request process will be communicated as part of the public education, communication and outreach campaign as recommended below. To ensure the public is aware, understands the new regulations that would be coming into effect and how the bylaw would be enforced, a comprehensive multi-lingual public education and communications campaign, in collaboration with the Toronto Police Service, is recommended. The Customer Experience Division would also be engaged to ensure residents are provided with the required information and assistance through 311 Toronto. Targeted engagement and outreach to Owners of the prescribed Social Infrastructure will be conducted to ensure they understand the bylaw's application and request process for an Access Area. Through the public consultation process and directed engagement with Indigenous, Black and equity-deserving communities, the City received feedback expressing the critical importance of demonstrations and the potential negative impact on freedom of expression and civic engagement. While the proposed bylaw amendment would not prohibit peaceful gatherings, protests or demonstrations, including any such activities that occur as part of a labour union strike, information pickets and/or activities related to labour disputes, the City recognizes that the existence of bylaw provisions of this nature may result in community members feeling like they are unable to peacefully demonstrate. Targeted engagement and outreach to these groups will be conducted to ensure comprehensive communication of the bylaw amendment's application and implementation, in consultation with Social Development.
City Council on May 21 and 22, 2025, adopted the following: 1. City Council amend City of Toronto Municipal Code Chapter 743, Streets and Sidewalks, Use of, substantially in accordance with the proposed by-law amendment attached as Attachment 5 to the report (May 13, 2025) from the City Manager, as amended by Parts 2 to 11 below. 2. City Council amend the proposed by-law amendment to provide access to social infrastructure by deleting all references to "20 metres" and replacing them with "50 metres". 3. City Council amend the proposed by-law by adding the following definition to section 743-54, as defined in section 102 (1) of the Courts of Justice Act: LABOUR DISPUTE - a dispute or difference concerning terms, tenure or conditions of employment or concerning the association or representation of persons in negotiating, fixing, maintaining, changing or seeking to arrange terms or conditions of employment, regardless of whether the disputants stand in the proximate relation of employer and employee. 4. City Council amend section 743-55 A (1) of the proposed by-law by deleting the word "disapproval" and replacing it with the word "discouragement" so that it now reads as follows: A. While in an Access Area, no person shall: (1) perform or attempt to perform an act of discouragement concerning a person's attendance at, use of, or attempts to attend or use Social Infrastructure. 5. City Council amend section 743-55 B (2) of the proposed by-law by adding the words "including where the Childcare Centre, Place of Worship or School is co-located with other uses" so that it now reads as follows: (2) the times when the Social Infrastructure adjacent to the Access Area is being used by the Owner for the primary purposes of its operation as a Childcare Centre, Place of Worship or School, including where the Childcare Centre, Place of Worship or School is co-located with other uses. 6. City Council amend the proposed by-law by deleting section 743-55 (D), and replacing it with the following: D. For greater certainty, Subsection A applies only to those activities as set out in section 743-55 A and does not prohibit peaceful gatherings, protests or demonstrations, including any activities that occur as part of a labour union strike, information pickets and/or activities related to labour disputes, as defined in section 743-54, including secondary or primary picketing. 7. City Council amend the proposed by-law by deleting clause 743-56 (A) and replacing it with the following: 743-56 (A). The General Manager shall establish an Access Area for Social Infrastructure if the City receives a request from an Owner of Social Infrastructure in a form prescribed by the General Manager in which the owner attests that they reasonably believe an activity listed in subsection 55A may occur on any City Property located within 50.0 metres f rom the boundaries of the property on which their Social Infrastructure is located. 8. City Council amend the proposed by-law by deleting clause 743-56 E. 9. City Council amend section 743-56 of the proposed by-law to provide that the term of an access area and the term of renewal of an access area be increased from 180 days to one year. 10. City Council amend section 743-58 D of the proposed by-law by adding the words "supported by a Police Officer as needed" after the words "Enforcement Officer" so that it now reads as follows: D. An Enforcement Officer, supported by a Police Officer as needed, who finds a contravention of this Article may make one or more orders requiring discontinuance of the contravening activity or to do work to correct the contravention under section 384 or 385 of the City of Toronto Act, 2006. 11. City Council amend the proposed by-law to provide that an Enforcement Officer may request assistance from a Police Officer to respond to alleged contraventions of this Article. 12. City Council direct that the proposed by-law amendment come into force on July 2, 2025. 13. City Council direct the City Manager to manage in-year costs for staffing and resourcing for the administration of the proposed bylaw amendment within the 2025 Operating Budget, and include future staffing and resourcing required through future budget processes. 14. City Council request the Fire Chief and General Manager, Toronto Fire Services, the Chief and General Manager Toronto Paramedic Services, and the Executive Director, Toronto Emergency Management to work with the property owner, upon the establishment of an Access Area, to establish a safe access plan as needed, including a threshold for implementation, to be guided and enforced by local by-laws. 15. City Council forward the Item for information to the Toronto Police Service Board. 16. City Council direct that Confidential Attachment 1 to the supplementary report (May 16, 2025) from the City Solicitor remain confidential in its entirety, as it contains advice that is subject to solicitor-client privilege and litigation or potential litigation that affects the City of Toronto. Confidential Attachment 1 to the supplementary report (May 16, 2025) from the City Solicitor remains confidential in its entirety in accordance with the provisions of the City of Toronto Act, 2006, as it contains advice that is subject to solicitor-client privilege and litigation or potential litigation that affects the City of Toronto.
Staff recommendation as filed
The City Manager recommends that: 1. City Council amend City of Toronto Municipal Code Chapter 743, Streets and Sidewalks, Use of, substantially in accordance with the proposed by-law amendment attached as Attachment 5 to this report. 2. City Council direct that the proposed by-law amendment come into force on July 2, 2025. 3. City Council direct the General Manager, Transportation Services to manage in-year costs for staffing and resourcing for the administration of the proposed by-law amendment within Transportation Services' 2025 Operating Budget, and include future staffing and resourcing required through future budget processes. 4. City Council forward this item for information to the Toronto Police Service Board.
MM30.5adopted
In 2014, Section 37 funds were set aside from the development at 43, 49, and 51 Gerrard Street West and 695 Bay Street for improvements to properties owned and operated by the Toronto Community Housing Corporation. These funds have been left dormant ever since. Since her election, Councillor Saxe has been working with the Toronto Community Housing Corporation to identify appropriate uses for these funds. In 2023, Toronto Community Housing Corporation agreed to install free public Wi-Fi in common areas at the Toronto Community Housing Building at 250 Davenport Road, and Council approved the release of Section 37 funds accordingly. The Wi-Fi eventually installed at 250 Davenport has been a resounding success, and residents of other Toronto Community Housing Corporation buildings are eager to have access to the same. After extensive negotiations, Toronto Community Housing Corporation and ConnectTO have now agreed to install free public Wi-Fi in common areas in five other Toronto Community Housing Corporation buildings in Ward 11. Access to high-speed internet makes a major difference in Torontonians' lives, enabling greater economic mobility and social inclusion. Expanding access to Wi-Fi to hundreds of Toronto Community Housing Corporation residents in Ward 11 will help bridge the digital divide, and demonstrates Councillor Saxe's commitment to serving Toronto Community Housing Corporation residents.
City Council on May 21 and 22, 2025, adopted the following: 1. City Council increase the 2025-2034 Capital Budget and Plan for Technology Services by $243,335.49 gross, $0 debt, on a one-time basis, fully funded by Section 37 community benefits obtained from the developments at 43, 49, and 51 Gerrard Street West and 695 Bay Street (Source Account: XR3026-3700752), secured for capital improvements to Toronto Community Housing properties, to be used by Toronto Community Housing Corporation at its properties at 341 Bloor Street West, 25 Elm Street, 177 Pendrith Street, 6-28 Henry Street and 133-147 Beverly Street to provide tenants with free, reliable high-speed Wi-Fi in common spaces (WBS: CIT047-14).
Staff recommendation as filed
Councillor Dianne Saxe, seconded by Councillor Mike Colle, recommends that: 1. City Council increase the 2025-2034 Capital Budget and Plan for Technology Services by $243,335.49 gross, $0 debt, on a one-time basis, fully funded by Section 37 community benefits obtained from the developments at 43, 49, and 51 Gerrard Street West and 695 Bay Street (Source Account: XR3026-3700752), secured for capital improvements to Toronto Community Housing properties, to be used by Toronto Community Housing Corporation at its properties at 341 Bloor Street West, 25 Elm Street, 177 Pendrith Street, 6-28 Henry Street and 133-147 Beverly Street to provide tenants with free, reliable high-speed Wi-Fi in common spaces (WBS: CIT047-14).
RM30.5received
Members of Council may file petitions.
No petitions were filed during the Routine Matters portion of the meeting.
CC30.6adopted
Appointment of a Public Member as Chair of the Toronto Local Appeal Body
At its meeting on May 7, 2025, the Nominating Panel - Toronto Local Appeal Body considered Item XV4.1 and made a recommendation to City Council. Summary from the report (April 28, 2025) from the City Clerk: The Nominating Panel - Toronto Local Appeal Body will conduct interviews and recommend to City Council, one candidate as Chair for appointment to the Toronto Local Appeal Body.
City Council on May 21 and 22, 2025, adopted the following: 1. City Council appoint Nazila Atarodi West as Chair of the Toronto Local Appeal Body for a term of office ending on May 24, 2029, and until a successor is appointed. 2. City Council direct that Confidential Attachment 1 to the Decision Letter (May 7, 2025) from the Nominating Panel - Toronto Local Appeal Body remain confidential in its entirety as it relates to personal matters about an identifiable individual who is being considered for appointment as Chair of the Toronto Local Appeal Body. Confidential Attachment 1 to the Decision Letter (May 7, 2025) from the Nominating Panel - Toronto Local Appeal Body remain confidential in its entirety in accordance with the provisions of the City of Toronto Act, 2006, as they relate to personal matters about an identifiable individual who is being considered for appointment as Chair of the Toronto Local Appeal Body.
Staff recommendation as filed
The City Clerk transmits the Decision Letter from the Nominating Panel - Toronto Local Appeal Body. The Nominating Panel - Toronto Local Appeal Body recommends that: 1. City Council appoint Nazila Atarodi West as Chair of the Toronto Local Appeal Body for a term of office ending on May 24, 2029, 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 7, 2025) from the Nominating Panel - Toronto Local Appeal Body remain confidential in its entirety as it relates to personal matters about an identifiable individual who is being considered for appointment as Chair of the Toronto Local Appeal Body. Candidate's biography: Nazila Atarodi West Nazila Atarodi-West has over 24 years of experience in architecture, urban design, and interior design. She served three terms on the Committee of Adjustment for North York and Toronto East York Panels (2016-2025). Nazila holds Master's degrees in both Urban Design and Architecture. She is the recipient of the University of Toronto's Gordon Cressy Leadership and Arbor Awards. Her leadership roles include serving as Director of a Toronto based design firm and serving as Vice President of a condominium corporation.
MM30.6deferred
In December 2024, The City of Toronto unveiled the sites of six new shelter locations that are planned to be developed in accordance with the City's 10-year Homelessness Services Capital Infrastructure Strategy, approved by Council in November 2023. The City has delegated the public consultation process to the Community Engagement Facilitator Public Progress team. They have been tasked with providing ongoing shelter updates, responding to questions and working collaboratively with the City and local community members. In coordination with Toronto Shelter and Supportive Services, City staff recently determined that addressing planning entitlement matters through a collective approach for the six sites, as opposed to a site-by-site process. Community consultation sessions and public engagement campaigns have taken on a generalized approach which does not appropriately reflect the needs and concerns of local communities which will be impacted by the six new proposed shelters.
City Council on May 21 and 22, 2025, deferred Item MM30.6 to the June 25, 26 and 27, 2025, meeting of City Council.
Staff recommendation as filed
Councillor James Pasternak, seconded by Councillor Parthi Kandavel, recommends that: 1. City Council direct the General Manager, Toronto Shelter and Support Services to arrange individual public consultations for each planned new shelter location and work with the local Councillor to coordinate dates and select the desired public consultation format (in-person or virtual).
RM30.6received
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 21, 2025. Speaker Nunziata, during the morning session of the meeting, called upon Mayor Chow to address City Council to recognize the 50th Anniversary of Toronto Paramedic Services during Toronto Paramedic Services Week. Mayor Chow addressed City Council and gave remarks to celebrate 50 years of life-saving services by the Toronto Paramedic Services. Mayor Chow welcomed guests who were present in the Council Chamber including past and current members of the Toronto Paramedic Services, introduced a short video presentation on the 50 years since the amalgamation of multiple ambulance services in Toronto and presented Toronto Paramedic Services Chief Bikram Chawla with a commemorative scroll. Chief Bikram Chawla addressed City Council. Mayor Chow, during the afternoon session of the meeting, advised Members of Council that she has appointed Councillor Paul Ainslie as the Deputy Mayor for Scarborough and Councillor Paula Fletcher as Chair of the Infrastructure and Environment Committee. Councillor Fletcher, during the afternoon session of the meeting, welcomed students from Newfoundland, on an exchange program through the Eastview Community Centre, who were present in the Council Chamber.
CC30.7deferred
This report responds to City Council's request for options available to City Council in situations where incorrect facts or incorrect legal advice is presented to City Council by an Accountability Officer.
City Council on May 21 and 22, 2025, adopted the following: 1. City Council defer consideration of Item CC30.7 until such time the Chief People Officer has completed the review on human rights which is expected in the fourth quarter of 2025.
Staff recommendation as filed
The City Solicitor recommends that: 1. City Council receive this report for information.
MM30.7adopted
The Downsview Lands Community Voice Association and Councillor James Pasternak, in consultation with Transportation Services Division, have designed a decorative street sign to mark the boundaries of one of Toronto's most prominent neighbourhoods. The installation of these signs will enhance the attractiveness of the community for local residents and help commemorate the City's aviation heritage of the former Canadian Forces Base Downsview Airport for future generations. Approximately 375 decorative signs will be purchased and installed. The Motion seeks authorization to amend the 2025 Capital Budget of Transportation Services, to include additional Section 37 Planning Act Reserve Funds of $63,488.25, which shall be utilized to purchase and install branded street name signs for the Downsview Neighbourhood Improvement Area. Funds have been secured through Section 37 benefits from the development at 30 Tippett Road - South Lands, for the purpose of undertaking local area streetscape improvements in Ward 6. The funds have been received by the City from this development and the monies identified above have not been spent or remain uncommitted to satisfy this Motion.
City Council on May 21 and 22, 2025, adopted the following: 1. City Council increase the 2025-2034 Capital Budget and Plan for Transportation Services, Signs and Markings Unit (CTP725-03) by $63,488.25 gross, $0 debt, on a one-time basis, to fabricate and install branded street name signs for the Downsview neighbourhood, fully funded by Section 37 funds obtained from 30 Tippett Road (South Lands) (Source Account: XR3026-3701109), collected for public realm improvements in Ward 6.
Staff recommendation as filed
Councillor James Pasternak, seconded by Councillor Anthony Perruzza, recommends that: 1. City Council increase the 2025-2034 Capital Budget and Plan for Transportation Services, Signs and Markings Unit (CTP725-03) by $63,488.25 gross, $0 debt, on a one-time basis, to fabricate and install branded street name signs for the Downsview neighbourhood, fully funded by Section 37 funds obtained from 30 Tippett Road (South Lands) (Source Account: XR3026-3701109), collected for public realm improvements in Ward 6.
RM30.7amended
City Council will review the Order Paper.
May 21, 2025: City Council adopted the May 21, 2025, Order Paper as amended and all other items not held on consent. May 22, 2025: City Council adopted the May 22, 2025, Order Paper.
CC30.8adopted
On November 8, 2021, Official Plan, Zoning By-law Amendment and Draft Plan of Subdivision applications were submitted to permit 4 new mixed-use residential buildings (containing 1,279 units) ranging in height from 16 to 28 storeys (57.5 metres to 93 metres) with a total gross floor area of 103,743 square metres. On September 27, 2022, the applicant appealed the Official Plan, Zoning By-law Amendment and the Draft Plan of Subdivision Applications to the Ontario Land Tribunal due to Council not making a decision within the time frame prescribed in the Planning Act. The City Solicitor requires further direction in respect of the Ontario Land Tribunal proceedings.
City Council on May 21 and 22, 2025, adopted the following: 1. City Council adopt the confidential instructions to staff in Confidential Attachment 1 to the report (May 6, 2025) 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 6, 2025) from the City Solicitor. 3. City Council direct that the balance of Confidential Attachment 1 to the report (May 6, 2025) 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 6, 2025) from the City Solicitor were adopted by City Council and are now public as follows: 1. City Council accept the without prejudice settlement offer dated May 2, 2025, as set out in Confidential Appendix A to the report (May 6, 2025) from the City Solicitor (the "Settlement Offer") and support a revised proposal that is substantially in accordance with the Revised Plans attached to the Settlement Offer, subject to the Parts below. 2. City Council authorize the City Solicitor and appropriate City Staff to attend the Ontario Land Tribunal hearing on this matter in support of the Settlement Offer and Revised Plans. 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 the City Solicitor has advised that: a. the Official Plan Amendment and Zoning By-law Amendment are in a final form and content, to the satisfaction of the City Solicitor and the Executive Director, Development Review; b. the owner has submitted a revised Pedestrian Level Wind Tunnel Study, including 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; c. the owner has satisfactorily addressed the Engineering and Construction Services matters in the Engineering and Construction Services Memorandum dated February 23, 2022, or as may be updated, in response to further submissions filed by the Owner, all to the satisfaction of the Chief Engineer and Executive Director, Engineering and Construction Services; d. the owner has submitted a revised Functional Servicing and Stormwater Management Report, providing confirmation of water, sanitary and stormwater capacity to the satisfaction of the Chief Engineer and Executive Director, Engineering and Construction Services; e. the owner has submitted a revised Transportation Impact Study, comprising the following: i. sightline analysis for the intersection of Eglinton Avenue East and the new public street; ii. a comparison of existing traffic volumes based on updated counts at critical intersections; iii. comparison of background traffic volumes; iv. revised trip generation based on the updated statistics for the proposal; and v. revised site traffic assignment based on the removal of the Aerodrome driveway; all to the satisfaction of the General Manager, Transportation Services; and f. the owner has addressed all outstanding issues raised in the Urban Forestry Memorandum dated January 5, 2022, or as may be updated, in response to further submissions filed by the Owner, as they relate to tree planting, soil volume, utility conflicts, tree protection, and Toronto Green Standards, to the satisfaction of the Supervisor, Tree Protection and Plan Review. 4. City Council approve that, in accordance with Section 42 of the Planning Act, prior to the First Above Grade Building Permit, the Owner shall satisfy the parkland dedication requirement through a 3,000 square metres off-site parkland dedication located on the east side of 161 Vanderhoof Avenue contiguous to Leonard Linton Park with any remaining shortfall to be satisfied through a payment of cash-in-lieu prior to the issuance of the first above grade building permit, subject to the following: a. the Owner shall convey property to the City as an off-site parkland dedication prior to the issuance of the first above-grade building permit for the development with the exact location and configuration of the Parkland Dedication to be to the satisfaction of the General Manager, Parks, Forestry and Recreation; b. the Owner shall comply with the City's environmental requirements with respect to conveyances to the City prior to the conveyance of the off-site parkland dedication to the City and shall be responsible for all costs associated with any environmental work to be completed prior to the conveyance of the land, including the peer review process; c. prior to the issuance of the first above-grade building permit for the development site, the Owner shall be responsible for the cost, design and construction of the Base Park Improvements on the off-site parkland dedication to the satisfaction of the General Manager, Parks, Forestry and Recreation; and d. prior to the issuance of the first above-grade building permit, the Owner shall make a cash-in-lieu payment for the residual value of the parkland dedication requirement. 5. City Council approve the acceptance of the off-site parkland dedication, subject to the Owner transferring the parkland to the City free and clear, above and below grade, of all easements, encumbrances, and encroachments, in an acceptable environmental condition and in base park condition, to the satisfaction of the General Manager, Parks, Forestry and Recreation. 6. City Council approve a development charge credit against the Parks and Recreation component of the Development Charges for the design and construction by the Owner of the Above Base Park Improvements to the satisfaction of the General Manager, Parks, Forestry and Recreation; the development charge credit shall be in an amount that is the lesser of the cost to the Owner of designing and constructing the Above Base Park Improvements, as approved by the General Manager, Parks, Forestry and Recreation, and the Parks and Recreation component of development charges payable for the development in accordance with the City's Development Charges By-law, as may be amended from time to time. 7. City Council authorize the City Solicitor and City staff to take any necessary actions to implement City Council's decision. Confidential Appendices A and B to the report (May 6, 2025) 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 6, 2025) 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 6, 2025) 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. 2. City Council authorize the public release of the confidential recommendations contained in Confidential Attachment 1 and Confidential Appendices A and B to this report, if adopted by City Council. 3. City Council direct that all other information contained in Confidential Attachment 1 to this report is to remain confidential at the discretion of the City Solicitor, as it contains advice which is subject to solicitor-client privilege.
MM30.8adopted
Play Your Court is Tennis Canada's national program to revitalize over 100 community tennis courts by 2030 in partnership with National Bank Financial and municipalities. Municipalities own the largest inventory of outdoor court infrastructure across the country. There is a growing demand for tennis at the community level and a need to update outdoor community tennis courts. In 2025, the City of Toronto is improving tennis courts across the city, including improvements to lighting, fencing and court surfaces through its Back on Track program. This donation will provide additional funding to enhance the tennis courts at Malvern Park, creating a high-quality public tennis facility with colour-coated courts for the Malvern community.
City Council on May 21 and 22, 2025, adopted the following: 1. City Council authorize the General Manager, Parks and Recreation, to accept a cash donation of up to $0.100 million from Tennis Canada's Play Your Court program, which is funded in part by National Bank Financial, for the purposes of improving tennis courts at Malvern Park in 2025, and to negotiate and execute a donation agreement, in compliance with the Donations to the City of Toronto for Community Benefits Policy, on terms and conditions satisfactory to the General Manager and in a form and content satisfactory to the City Solicitor. 2. City Council increase the 2025 Parks and Recreation Capital Budget for Malvern Park (Sub-project CAMP(SGR) Parking Lots, Tennis Courts, account CPR118-56) by $100,000.00 gross, $0 net, on a one-time basis to enhance the existing park improvement project.
Staff recommendation as filed
Councillor Mike Colle, seconded by Councillor Jamaal Myers, recommends that: 1. City Council authorize the General Manager, Parks and Recreation, to accept a cash donation of up to $0.100 million from Tennis Canada's Play Your Court program, which is funded in part by National Bank Financial, for the purposes of improving tennis courts at Malvern Park in 2025, and to negotiate and execute a donation agreement, in compliance with the Donations to the City of Toronto for Community Benefits Policy, on terms and conditions satisfactory to the General Manager and in a form and content satisfactory to the City Solicitor. 2. City Council increase the 2025 Parks and Recreation Capital Budget for Malvern Park (Sub-project CAMP(SGR) Parking Lots, Tennis Courts, account CPR118-56) by $100,000.00 gross, $0 net, on a one-time basis to enhance the existing park improvement project.
CC30.9adopted
At its meeting on March 20 and 21, 2024, City Council adopted recommendations to approve the proposed Official Plan and Zoning By-law Amendment applications for 50-64 Merton Street. The applications were to permit a 45-storey mixed-use building with 581 residential units, and the partial retention and adaptive re-use of portions of the heritage designated Girl Guides of Canada building on the Site. The draft Official Plan Amendment permitted a reduction in the required office gross floor area replacement from 100 percent to 75 percent. The implementing bills to enact the Official Plan and Zoning By-law Amendments were withheld until the applicant had satisfied a number of outstanding requirements. The applicant appealed City Council'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 January 6, 2025. On January 22, 2025, the applicant submitted revised Official Plan and Zoning By-law Amendment applications with the same built form previously approved by City Council, but which propose to modify the amount of required office replacement from 75 percent to 0 percent. The City Solicitor requires further directions for an upcoming Ontario Land Tribunal hearing scheduled to begin on May 28, 2025. This matter is urgent and cannot be deferred.
City Council on May 21 and 22, 2025, adopted the following: 1. City Council adopt the confidential instructions to staff in Confidential Attachment 1 to the report (May 7, 2025) 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, 2025) from the City Solicitor. 3. City Council direct that the balance of Confidential Attachment 1 to the report (May 7, 2025) from the City Solicitor remain confidential at the discretion of the City Solicitor, as it contains advice which is subject to solicitor-client privilege. The confidential instructions to staff in Confidential Attachment 1 to the report (May 7, 2025) 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 5, 2025 set out in Confidential Appendix A to the report (May 7, 2025) 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 draft Official Plan Amendment and the draft Zoning By-law Amendment are satisfactory to the Executive Director, Development Review and the City Solicitor; b. the owner has submitted a revised Functional Servicing and Stormwater Management Report, to the satisfaction of the Chief Engineer and Executive Director, Engineering and Construction Services; c. the owner has entered into a Municipal Infrastructure Agreement to financially secure the construction of any improvements to the municipal infrastructure in connection with the Functional Servicing Report accepted by the Chief Engineer and Executive Director, Engineering and Construction Services, should it be determined that improvements to such infrastructure are required; d. the owner has entered into a Heritage Easement Agreement with the City for the property at 50 Merton Street substantially in accordance with the plans and drawings dated November 23, 2023 prepared by Hariri Pontarini, and on file with the Senior Manager, Heritage Planning; and the Heritage Impact Assessment, dated November 30, 2023, prepared by GBCA, all on file with the Senior Manager, Heritage Planning, subject to and in accordance with the Conservation Plan below, to the satisfaction of the Senior Manager, Heritage Planning, including execution of such agreement to the satisfaction of the City Solicitor; and e. the owner has provided a detailed Conservation Plan, prepared by a qualified heritage consultant that is substantially in accordance with the conservation strategy set out in the Heritage Impact Assessment for the property at 50 Merton Street, to the satisfaction of the Senior Manager, Heritage Planning. 3. City Council authorize the City Solicitor to take all necessary actions to implement City Council's decision. Confidential Appendix A to the report (May 7, 2025) 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, 2025) 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, 2025) 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 and 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.
MM30.9adopted
On April 26, 2025, eleven people were killed and dozens were injured when a black sport utility vehicle rammed into the crowd of festivalgoers at the Lapu-Lapu Day Block Party in Vancouver, British Columbia. This horrific and terrifying tragedy calls attention to how local festivals immediately require additional and enhanced security measures to help prevent potential similar tragic incidents by helping to safeguard festival participants including attendees, visitors, festival crew, and volunteers. While it is critical for festivals to implement improved security measures, such enhancements will lead to increased costs that require additional funding. Local festivals have already been facing growing financial risks in general due to decreasing sponsorship and other increased costs that ultimately put the ongoing viability of these events at risk and add undue financial burden on local municipalities. The City of Toronto has stepped up by allocating enhanced funding for a total of $3.85 million in 2025 including renewing the Special Events Stabilization Initiative which supported 81 local festivals in 2024, and the addition of the new Cultural Festivals Funding Program. In addition, the City of Toronto and the Toronto Police Service will be co-hosting a Festival Safety Summit on May 26, 2025. While these are significant steps forward, bolstering festival safety and security necessitates intergovernmental cooperation and additional funding support. The City of Toronto and Toronto Police Services can also review policies and protocols for operational issues such as "hostile vehicle mitigation" measures. Strengthening security measures at festivals will not only help safeguard festivalgoers and staff, but also help sustain the festivals' ongoing viability encouraging greater attendance, increased destination tourism generating significant sales tax revenue for the Federal and Provincial governments and most importantly, much needed support for local businesses.
City Council on May 21 and 22, 2025, adopted the following: 1. City Council request the Federal and Provincial governments to allocate additional funding for the creation of new funding programs for enhanced festival safety and security, similar to the Federal government's Canada Community Security Program and the Provincial government's Ontario Anti-Hate Security and Prevention Grant.
Staff recommendation as filed
Councillor Mike Colle, seconded by Councillor James Pasternak, recommends that: 1. City Council request the Federal and Provincial governments to allocate additional funding for the creation of new funding programs for enhanced festival safety and security, similar to the Federal government's Canada Community Security Program and the Provincial government's Ontario Anti-Hate Security and Prevention Grant.
CC30.10adopted
The applications at 3140 and 3170 Dufferin Street and 60 and 68 Apex Road (the "Dufferin Plaza Site") and the applications at 3180 Dufferin Street (the "Dean Myers General Motors Site") (collectively, the "Sites") have been submitted by the same ownership group and function as a coordinated development proposal. As such, this report provides recommendations for the applications on both Sites. 3140 and 3170 Dufferin Street and 60 and 68 Apex Road On August 21, 2021, applications for Zoning By-law Amendment and Draft Plan of Subdivision were submitted for the Dufferin Plaza Site, to permit a 9-storey residential building (31.4 metres excluding mechanical penthouse) and an 11-storey mixed use building (38.1 metres excluding mechanical penthouse) with a total of 606 residential dwelling units and 1,502 square metres of retail uses at grade. A 2,046 square metre park was proposed at the southwest corner of the Dufferin Plaza Site. On June 28, 2023, applications for Official Plan Amendment and Site Plan Control were submitted to permit 22-, 24-, and 26-storey residential and mixed-use buildings (71.9 metres, 78.4 metres, and 84.6 metres respectively, excluding mechanical penthouse) with 4- to 9-storey podiums and a total of 1,062 residential units and 1,215 square metres of retail uses at grade. The park was revised to 2,030 square metres and moved to the northwest corner of the Dufferin Plaza Site. 3180 Dufferin Street On March 1, 2021, applications for Zoning By-law Amendment, Draft Plan of Subdivision, and Site Plan Control were submitted for the Dean Myers GM Site to permit a 7-storey residential building (24.8 metres excluding mechanical penthouse) and a 10-storey mixed use building (33.6 metres excluding mechanical penthouse) with a total of 555 residential dwelling units and 1,464 square metres of retail uses at grade. A 1,448 square metre park and 724 square metre Privately Owned Public Space were proposed at the southwest corner of the Dean Myers General Motors Site. On February 9, 2024, an application to amend the Official Plan was submitted to permit 18-, 20-, 23-, and 25-storey residential and mixed-use buildings (58.0 metres, 64.1 metres, 74.0 metres, and 79.9 metres respectively, excluding mechanical penthouse) with 6- to 9-storey podiums and a total of 1,180 residential units and 1,490 square metres of retail uses at grade. The park and Privately Owned Public Spaces were revised to 1,630 square metres and 656 square metres respectively. The Appeals On July 19, 2024, the applicant appealed the Official Plan Amendment, Zoning By-law Amendment, Draft Plan of Subdivision, and Site Plan Control applications related to the Dufferin Plaza Site to the Ontario Land Tribunal due to Council or its delegate, as the case may be, not making decisions within the prescribed time frames in the Planning Act. On September 23, 2024, the applicant appealed the Official Plan Amendment, Zoning By-law Amendment, Draft Plan of Subdivision, and Site Plan Control applications related to the Dean Myers GM Site to the Ontario Land Tribunal due to Council or its delegate, as the case may be, not making decisions within the prescribed time frames in the Planning Act. All eight appeals are being adjudicated together in the Ontario Land Tribunal process. Case Management Conferences have held on September 25, 2024, November 28, 2024, and January 16, 2025. The City Solicitor requires further directions for upcoming Ontario Land Tribunal hearing scheduled for three weeks, beginning on October 1, 2025. This matter is urgent and cannot be deferred.
City Council on May 21 and 22, 2025, adopted the following: 1. City Council adopt the confidential instructions to staff in Confidential Attachment 1 to the report (May 8, 2025) 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, B, C, D, and E to the report (May 8, 2025) from the City Solicitor. 3. City Council direct that the balance of Confidential Attachment 1 to the report (May 8, 2025) from the City Solicitor remain confidential at the discretion of the City Solicitor, as it contains advice which is subject to solicitor-client privilege. The confidential instructions to staff in Confidential Attachment 1 to the report (May 8, 2025) 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, 2025 set out in Confidential Appendices A, B, C, D and E to the report (May 8, 2025) from the City Solicitor and direct the City Solicitor to attend at the Ontario Land Tribunal in support of the settlement. 2. In the event the Ontario Land Tribunal allows the Official Plan and Zoning By-law Amendment appeals for 3140 and 3170 Dufferin Street and 60 and 68 Apex Road, in whole or in part, City Council authorize the City Solicitor to request the Ontario Land Tribunal to withhold its final Order approving the Official Plan Amendment and Zoning By-law Amendment until such time as the City Solicitor confirms that: a. the final form and content of the draft Official Plan Amendment is to the satisfaction of the Executive Director, Development Review, the Chief Planner and Executive Director, City Planning, and the City Solicitor; b. the final form of the Zoning By-law amendment is to the satisfaction of the Executive Director, Development Review, the Chief Planner and Executive Director, City Planning, and the City Solicitor, and includes holding provisions as follows: 1. the owner has satisfactorily addressed all matters contained in the Engineering and Construction Services Memorandum dated May 7, 2024, and any issues raised by Engineering and Construction Services, arising from the ongoing technical review of the studies listed in Part 2 below, as they relate to the subject applications, to the satisfaction of the Chief Engineer and Executive Director, Engineering and Construction Services; 2. the owner has submitted or updated, as the case may be, the following reports to the satisfaction of the Chief Engineer and Executive Director, Engineering and Construction Services: Functional Servicing Report to demonstrate adequate capacity in the storm and wastewater system and to identify any required improvements to accommodate the development of the lands, Phase Two Environmental Site Assessment Report, Hydrological Review Summary, Hydrogeological Investigation, Preliminary Geotechnical Investigation, Servicing Report Groundwater Summary, and Functional Servicing and Stage 1 Stormwater Management Report; 3. where improvements to the municipal sewer and/or water system are recommended in the revised Functional Servicing Report as accepted by the Chief Engineer and Executive Director, Engineering and Construction Services, the Owner has entered into a financially secured agreement with the City to secure the construction of the required improvements; 4. the owner has obtained approval of a Draft Plan of Subdivision for [ALL LANDS SHOWN ON DIAGRAM 1 OF BY-LAW] under subsections 51(31) or 51(56) of the Planning Act satisfactory to the Executive Director, Development Review and the City Solicitor; 5. the owner has submitted an addendum to the Transportation Impact Study to the satisfaction of the Executive Director, Development Review, in consultation with the Manager, Transportation Review North York District, that: i. provides traffic analysis for the ultimate condition with the statistics for each proposed development in accordance with the zoning by-law, taking into account the removal of the east-west road and the relocation of the block driveways; and ii. satisfactorily addresses all matters contained in the Transportation Review comments in the memorandum dated May 7, 2024, except to the extent that the comments are no longer relevant as a result of the Zoning By-law Amendment; c. the owner has submitted an updated Land Use Compatibility and Mitigation Study for peer review and any required mitigation measures have been secured as necessary, all at the owner's sole expense, and all to the satisfaction of the Executive Director, Development Review; d. the owner has submitted an updated Wind Study to the satisfaction of the Executive Director, Development Review; and if necessary, the proposed Zoning By-law Amendment has been revised to address built form changes to mitigate unacceptable wind impacts that cannot be mitigated by way of matters secured through the Site Plan Control approval process; and e. the owner has provided an updated Transportation Demand Management Plan to the satisfaction of the Executive Director, Development Review. 3. City Council direct that in accordance with Section 42 of the Planning Act, prior to the issuance of the first above grade building permit for 3140 and 3170 Dufferin Street and 60 and 68 Apex Road, the owner shall convey to the City an on-site parkland dedication, having a minimum size of 1,328.2 square metres, to the satisfaction of the General Manager, Parks and Recreation, and the City Solicitor. 4. City Council approve acceptance of an on-site parkland dedication at 3140 and 3170 Dufferin Street and 60 and 68 Apex Road, pursuant to Section 42 of the Planning Act, subject to the owner conveying the parkland to the City, free and clear, above and below grade, of all easements, encumbrances, and encroachments, in an acceptable environmental condition; the owner may propose the exception of encumbrances of tiebacks, where such an encumbrance is deemed acceptable by the General Manager, Parks and Recreation, in consultation with the City Solicitor; and such an encumbrance will be subject to the payment of compensation to the City, in an amount as determined by the General Manager, Parks and Recreation and the Executive Director, Corporate Real Estate Management. 5. City Council approve a development charge credit for the development at 3140 and 3170 Dufferin Street and 60 and 68 Apex Road, against the Parks and Recreation component of the Development Charges for the design and construction by the owner of Above Base Park Improvements, to the satisfaction of the General Manager, Parks and Recreation; the development charge credit shall be in an amount that is the lesser of the cost to the owner of designing and constructing the Above Base Park Improvements, as approved by the General Manager, Parks and Recreation, and the Parks and Recreation component of development charges, payable for the development in accordance with the City's Development Charges By-law, as may be amended from time to time. 6. Notwithstanding Parts 3, 4 and 5 above, the acceptance of an on-site parkland dedication at 3140 and 3170 Dufferin Street and 60 and 68 Apex Road will nevertheless be conditional on the results of a peer-reviewed land use compatibility study, in accordance with Guideline D-6 Compatibility Between Industrial Facilities (Ontario Ministry of the Environment, Conservation and Parks), to the satisfaction of the General Manager, Parks and Recreation; should portions of the proposed parkland be found to be unsuitable for sensitive uses, according to the results of the peer-reviewed land use compatibility study, those portions of the proposed parkland will not be accepted as parkland pursuant to Section 42 of the Planning Act; and any residual parkland obligation shall be satisfied by a payment of cash-in-lieu of parkland, made prior to the issuance of the first above-grade building permit. 7. In the event the Tribunal allows the appeals for 3180 Dufferin Street, in whole or in part, City Council authorize the City Solicitor to request the Ontario Land Tribunal withhold its final Order approving the Official Plan Amendment and Zoning By-law Amendment until such time as the City Solicitor confirms that: a. the final form and content of the draft Official Plan Amendment is to the satisfaction of the Executive Director, Development Review, the Chief Planner and Executive Director, City Planning, and the City Solicitor; b. the final form of the Zoning Bylaw amendment is to the satisfaction of the Executive Director, Development Review, the Chief Planner and Executive Director, City Planning, and the City Solicitor; and includes holding (H) provisions as follows: 1. the owner has satisfactorily addressed all matters contained in the Engineering and Construction Services Memorandum dated May 7, 2024, and any issues raised by Engineering and Construction Services, arising from the ongoing technical review of the studies listed in Part 2 below, as they relate to the subject applications, to the satisfaction of the Chief Engineer and Executive Director, Engineering and Construction Services; 2. the owner has submitted or updated, as the case may be, the following reports to the satisfaction of the Chief Engineer and Executive Director, Engineering and Construction Services: Functional Servicing Report to demonstrate adequate capacity in the storm and wastewater system and to identify any required improvements to accommodate the development of the lands, Phase Two Environmental Site Assessment Report, Hydrological Review Summary, Hydrogeological Investigation, Preliminary Geotechnical Investigation, Servicing Report Groundwater Summary, and Functional Servicing and Stage 1 Stormwater Management Report; 3. where improvements to the municipal sewer and/or water system are recommended in the revised Functional Servicing Report as accepted by the Chief Engineer and Executive Director, Engineering and Construction Services, the Owner has entered into a financially secured agreement with the City to secure the construction of the required improvements; 4. the owner has obtained approval of a Draft Plan of Subdivision for [ALL LANDS SHOWN ON DIAGRAM 1 OF BY-LAW] under subsections 51(31) or 51(56) of the Planning Act satisfactory to the Executive Director, Development Review and the City Solicitor; 5. the owner has submitted an addendum to the Transportation Impact Study to the satisfaction of the Executive Director, Development Review, in consultation with the Manager, Transportation Review North York District, that: i. provides traffic analysis for the ultimate condition with the statistics for each proposed development in accordance with the Zoning By-law, taking into account the removal of the east-west road and the relocation of the block driveways; and ii. satisfactorily addresses all matters contained in the Transportation Review comments in the memorandum dated August 30, 2024, except to the extent that the comments are no longer relevant as a result of the Zoning By-law Amendment; c. the owner has submitted an updated Land Use Compatibility and Mitigation Study for peer review and any required mitigation measures have been secured as necessary, all at the owner's sole expense, and all to the satisfaction of the Executive Director, Development Review; d. the owner has submitted an updated Wind Study to the satisfaction of the Executive Director, Development Review; and if necessary, the proposed Zoning By-law Amendment has been revised to address built form changes to mitigate unacceptable wind impacts that cannot mitigated by way of matters secured through the Site Plan Control approval process; and e. the owner has provided an updated Transportation Demand Management Plan to the satisfaction of the Executive Director, Development Review in consultation with the Manager, Transportation Review North York District. 8. City Council direct that in accordance with Section 42 of the Planning Act, prior to the issuance of the first above grade building permit for 3180 Dufferin Street, the owner shall convey to the City an on-site parkland dedication, having a minimum size of 1,413.4 square metres, to the satisfaction of the General Manager, Parks and Recreation, and the City Solicitor. 9. City Council approve acceptance of an on-site parkland dedication at 3180 Dufferin Street, pursuant to Section 42 of the Planning Act, subject to the owner conveying the parkland to the City, free and clear, above and below grade, of all easements, encumbrances, and encroachments, in an acceptable environmental condition; the owner may propose the exception of encumbrances of tiebacks, where such an encumbrance is deemed acceptable by the General Manager, Parks and Recreation, in consultation with the City Solicitor; and such an encumbrance will be subject to the payment of compensation to the City, in an amount as determined by the General Manager, Parks and Recreation and the Executive Director, Corporate Real Estate Management. 10. City Council approve a development charge credit for the development at 3140 and 3170 Dufferin Street and 60 and 68 Apex Road, against the Parks and Recreation component of the Development Charges for the design and construction by the owner of Above Base Park Improvements, to the satisfaction of the General Manager, Parks and Recreation; the development charge credit shall be in an amount that is the lesser of the cost to the owner of designing and constructing the Above Base Park Improvements, as approved by the General Manager, Parks and Recreation, and the Parks and Recreation component of development charges, payable for the development in accordance with the City's Development Charges By-law, as may be amended from time to time. 11. Notwithstanding Parts 8, 9 and 10 above, the acceptance of an on-site parkland dedication at 3180 Dufferin Street will nevertheless be conditional on the results of a peer-reviewed land use compatibility study, in accordance with Guideline D-6 Compatibility Between Industrial Facilities (Ontario Ministry of the Environment, Conservation and Parks), to the satisfaction of the General Manager, Parks and Recreation; should portions of the proposed parkland be found to be unsuitable for sensitive uses, according to the results of the peer-reviewed land use compatibility study, those portions of the proposed parkland will not be accepted as parkland pursuant to Section 42 of the Planning Act; and any residual parkland obligation shall be satisfied by a payment of cash-in-lieu of parkland, made prior to the issuance of the first above-grade building permit. 12. City Council authorize the City Solicitor to take all necessary actions to implement City Council's decision. Confidential Appendices A, B, C, D and E to the report (May 8, 2025) 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 8, 2025) 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, 2025) 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 and Confidential Appendices A, B, C, D, and E 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.
MM30.10adopted
The Under Gardiner Multi-Use Trail study is an implementation priority for the Under Gardiner Public Realm Plan, considered by City Council in April 2024 and described below. The Multi-Use Trail study aims to provide the next step in the process to develop the proposed Multi-Use Trail that will improve connectivity, safety, predictable amenity, and sense of place across the Gardiner corridor, offering enhanced multi-modal mobility. This will be achieved through extension and enhancement of the existing trail network, and construction of new segments of trail, from Dufferin Street to the Don Valley Parkway. This Multi-Use Trail study will build on the success of the current trail segments at the Bentway Phase 1, existing trail connections, and planned improvements between Jarvis and Cherry Streets that are part of the Lake Shore Boulevard East Public Realm Plan. The delivery of the trail will involve a collaborative approach, with various segments being executed by different agents, including City partners, private developers, and other delivery agents, including the Bentway Conservancy and Waterfront Toronto. Each segment will follow the Gardiner rehabilitation work and align with key initiatives along the corridor. Under Gardiner Public Realm Plan The Under Gardiner Public Realm Plan was endorsed by Council April 17 and 18, 2024 ( Agenda Item History - 2024.IE12.5 ) as a long-term (multi-decade) vision for the public realm following work taking place as part of the Gardiner Expressway Rehabilitation Plan and contributes towards larger waterfront revitalization efforts. The Plan outlines improvements that can be implemented by private or public entities that will benefit emerging neighbourhoods, provide provisions for people walking and cycling, and a cohesive identity, repositioning the space underneath the expressway corridor as an inviting part of Toronto's downtown public realm. Funds for this study are available in three capital budget accounts: Waterfront Revitalization Initiative account number CWR003-12; Transportation Services account number CTP816-02: and Parks and Recreation account number CPR117-4719.
City Council on May 21 and 22, 2025, adopted the following: 1. City Council authorize the Director, Waterfront Secretariat to execute, on behalf of the City, a Delivery Agreement with the Bentway Conservancy to fund an inventory/gap analysis and conceptual design work in relation to the proposed 7-kilometre multi-use-trail connecting Dufferin Street to the Don Valley Parkway under the Gardiner Expressway, to a maximum of $201,000.00, exclusive of applicable taxes and charges, (Source Accounts: CWR003-12, CTP816-02 and CPR117-4719) on terms and conditions acceptable to the Director, Waterfront Secretariat, and in a form satisfactory to the City Solicitor.
Staff recommendation as filed
Deputy Mayor Ausma Malik, seconded by Councillor Paula Fletcher, recommends that: 1. City Council authorize the Director, Waterfront Secretariat to execute, on behalf of the City, a Delivery Agreement with the Bentway Conservancy to fund an inventory/gap analysis and conceptual design work in relation to the proposed 7-kilometre multi-use-trail connecting Dufferin Street to the Don Valley Parkway under the Gardiner Expressway, to a maximum of $201,000.00, exclusive of applicable taxes and charges, (Source Accounts: CWR003-12, CTP816-02 and CPR117-4719) on terms and conditions acceptable to the Director, Waterfront Secretariat, and in a form satisfactory to the City Solicitor.
CC30.11adopted
7-11 Rochefort Drive - Ontario Land Tribunal Hearing - Request for Directions
On December 1, 2021, the City received applications for the approval of Zoning By-law Amendment and Draft Plan of Subdivision for 7-11 Rochefort Drive. The two applications sought the approval of three new tall buildings on the Site: two towers on a shared podium with heights of 46 storeys (147.2 metres) and 41 storeys (132.2 metres), respectively (Tower A and Tower B), and a third tall building of 30 storeys (98.6 metres) (Tower C), all located above and sharing the same underground parking garage. The applications proposed 1,322 residential dwelling units on the Site. On the same day, the City received a Rental Housing Demolition application proposing to demolish the two existing residential apartment buildings on Site and to replace the existing 128 rental units with 128 new rental units as a part of the proposed development. The applicant appealed the City's neglect or failure to make a decision on the Zoning By-law Amendment application and the Draft Plan of Subdivision application, to the Ontario Land Tribunal on June 3, 2024. The City Solicitor requires further directions for the upcoming Ontario Land Tribunal hearing scheduled for October 20, 2025. This matter is urgent and cannot be deferred.
City Council on May 21 and 22, 2025, adopted the following: 1. City Council adopt the confidential instructions to staff in Confidential Attachment 1 to the report (May 9, 2025) 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 9, 2025) from the City Solicitor. 3. City Council direct that the balance of Confidential Attachment 1 to the report (May 9, 2025) from the City Solicitor remain confidential at the discretion of the City Solicitor, as it contains advice which is subject to solicitor-client privilege. The confidential instructions to staff in Confidential Attachment 1 to the report (May 9, 2025) 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 received on May 7, 2025 as set out in Confidential Appendices A and B to the report (May 9, 2025) from the City Solicitor (collectively, the "Settlement Offer"). 2. City Council direct the City Solicitor and appropriate City staff to attend the Ontario Land Tribunal hearing in respect of the appeal of the owner's Zoning By-law Amendment appeal in support of the revised development proposal described in the Settlement Offer. 3. Should the Ontario Land Tribunal grant the Appeal 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 Appeal as described in Confidential Appendix A to the report (May 9, 2025) from the City Solicitor, of the Settlement Offer. 4. City Council authorize the City Solicitor and the appropriate City staff to take all necessary actions to implement City Council's decision. Confidential Appendices A and B to the report (May 9, 2025) 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 9, 2025) 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 9, 2025) 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 only the confidential recommendations contained in Confidential Attachment 1, 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 contains advice which is subject to solicitor-client privilege.
MM30.11adopted
Save Toronto’s School Pools - Councillor Josh Matlow, seconded by Councillor Rachel Chernos Lin
Toronto's school pools are once again at risk. Learning how to swim is an essential part of a child's education. School pools ensure that kids from all backgrounds have access to lifesaving skills they can rely on. Pools are also deeply valued by the surrounding local communities as they provide recreational opportunities for youth, seniors, and everyone in between. This is not the first time Toronto's school pools have been threatened. In 2008 the Toronto District School Board was forced to recommend that most school pools would close if funding from outside sources wasn't found. David Crombie, Councillors, Trustees, and parents from across the city joined to fight these cuts. In 2009 the Province, through the Ministry of Health Promotion, provided the funding needed to keep them open. That funding is unfortunately no longer available. The Toronto District School Board is projecting a significant deficit for this year and the rigid provincial funding formula does not provide money for aquatic facilities. That's why this motion requests the Government of Ontario to step in and protect these neighbourhood assets. The City should once again join with parents, students, and community members to fight to save our school pools.
City Council on May 21 and 22, 2025, adopted the following: 1. City Council request the Government of Ontario to provide funding to ensure the continued operation of school pools in Toronto District School Board facilities for student swim classes, recreational community use, and permitted activities.
Staff recommendation as filed
Councillor Josh Matlow, seconded by Councillor Rachel Chernos Lin, recommends that: 1. City Council request the Government of Ontario to provide funding to ensure the continued operation of school pools in Toronto District School Board facilities for student swim classes, recreational community use, and permitted activities.
CC30.12adopted
This report recommends that City Council approve the alterations for the property at 68 Wellesley Street East under Section 33, Part IV of the Ontario Heritage Act, in connection with an agreed resolution with respect to the Conservation Strategy at the site. On January 30, 2024, the City received applications to amend the Official Plan and Zoning By-law to permit a 28-storey mixed-use building in conjunction with an application for Site Plan approval for the proposed development. The project would have a non-residential gross floor area of 427 square metres, and a residential gross floor area of 17,056 square metres with 258 dwelling units. On April 17 and 18, 2024, City Council refused an Application for Alterations to Designated Heritage Properties Under Part IV, Section 33 of the Ontario Heritage Act. Agenda Item History - 2024.TE12.26 On May 17, 2024, the owner of 68 Wellesley Street East appealed Council's refusal of the Official Plan Amendment, Zoning By-law Amendment and Heritage applications for 68 Wellesley Street East to the Ontario Land Tribunal. The site contains the properties located at 68 Wellesley Street East (convenience addresses: 70, 72, 74, 76, 78, 78A Wellesley Street East and 505, 507, 509 and 509 1/2 Church Street). Collectively known as the William McBean Terrace, these properties are designated under Part IV of the Ontario Heritage Act under By-law 914-2014. Constructed in the late 19th century, the built form of the William McBean Terrace is a contiguous row of 2 ½ storey row houses designed in the Second Empire style with a mansard roof, projecting dormers, and decorative detailing. The property was first listed on the City of Toronto's Inventory of Heritage Properties in 1974. The proposal will feature in-situ retention of the entire street facing facades of the property at both Church Street and Wellesley Street East. The heritage attributes at the facades will be rehabilitated and restored. The existing storefront, which is not considered to be a heritage attribute, is proposed to be replaced by a new storefront that is more compatible with the existing building. The project would employ a seven-metre step back from Church Street with no cantilever above. At Wellesley Street East, the step back would be three metres with a 3 storey reveal. A cantilever would project to the façade plane above the three-storey reveal. The owner has applied to alter the designated heritage property under Section 33 of the Ontario Heritage Act and this report recommends the application be approved with authority to enter into a heritage easement agreement.
City Council on May 21 and 22, 2025, adopted the following: 1. City Council consent to the application to alter the designated heritage property at 68 Wellesley Street East in accordance with Section 33 of the Ontario Heritage Act to allow for the construction of a new mixed use building in conjunction with an appeal to the Ontario Land Tribunal, comprised of the plans and drawings prepared by BDP Quadrangle, dated March 3, 2025 submitted with the Heritage Impact Assessment and addendum prepared by ERA Architects Inc., dated January 23, 2024 and March 4, 2025, 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 conditions as set out below. 2. City Council direct that it consents to the application to alter the heritage property at 68 Wellesley Street East under Part IV, Section 33 of the Ontario Heritage Act are also subject to the following conditions: a. prior to issuance of an Ontario Land Tribunal order in connection with the Official Plan and Zoning By-law Amendment appeals for the property at 68 Wellesley Street East, 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 Heritage Impact Assessment and addendum for 68 Wellesley Street East, prepared by ERA Architects Inc., dated January 23, 2024 and March 4, 2025 and details all future conservation efforts as part of this application, all to the satisfaction of the Senior Manager, Heritage Planning; 2. enter into a Heritage Easement Agreement with the City for the property at 68 Wellesley Street East in accordance with the plans and drawings prepared by BDP Quadrangle, dated March 3, 2025 submitted with the Heritage Impact Assessment and addendum prepared by ERA Architects Inc., dated January 23, 2024 and March 4, 2025, and in accordance with the Conservation Plan required in Part 2.a.1. above, to the satisfaction of the Senior Manager, Heritage Planning, Urban Design, City Planning including registration of such agreement to the satisfaction of the City Solicitor. b. prior to the issuance of any permit for all or any part of the property at 68 Wellesley 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 of the subject property shall: 1. have obtained final approval for the necessary Zoning By-law Amendment required for the subject property, such Amendment to have come into full force and effect; 2. provide a Heritage Lighting Plan that describes how the exterior of the heritage property will be sensitively illuminated to enhance its 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; 3. 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; 4. submit a Signage Plan to the satisfaction of the Senior Manager, Heritage Planning; 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; and 6. 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 and Interpretation Plan. c. that prior to the release of the Letter of Credit required in Part 2.b.6 above, the owner shall: 1. provide a letter of substantial completion prepared and signed by a qualified heritage consultant confirming that the required conservation work and required interpretive work has been completed in accordance with the Conservation and Interpretation Plans and that an appropriate standard of conservation has been maintained, all to the satisfaction of the Senior Manager, Heritage Planning; and 2. provide replacement Heritage Easement Agreement photographs to the satisfaction of the Senior Manager, Heritage Planning. 3. City Council authorize the City Solicitor to introduce the necessary Bill in Council authorizing the entering into of a Heritage Easement Agreement for the property at 68 Wellesley Street East. 4. 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 consent to the application to alter the designated heritage property at 68 Wellesley Street East in accordance with Section 33 of the Ontario Heritage Act to allow for the construction of a new mixed use building in conjunction with an appeal to the Ontario Land Tribunal, comprised of the plans and drawings prepared by BDP Quadrangle, dated March 3, 2025 submitted with the Heritage Impact Assessment and addendum prepared by ERA Architects Inc., dated January 23, 2024 and March 4, 2025, 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 conditions as set out below. 2. City Council direct that it consents to the application to alter the heritage property at 68 Wellesley Street East under Part IV, Section 33 of the Ontario Heritage Act are also subject to the following conditions: a. prior to issuance of an Ontario Land Tribunal order in connection with the Official Plan and Zoning By-law Amendment appeals for the property at 68 Wellesley Street East, 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 Heritage Impact Assessment and addendum for 68 Wellesley Street East, prepared by ERA Architects Inc., dated January 23, 2024 and March 4, 2025 and details all future conservation efforts as part of this application, all to the satisfaction of the Senior Manager, Heritage Planning; 2. enter into a Heritage Easement Agreement with the City for the property at 68 Wellesley Street East in accordance with the plans and drawings prepared by BDP Quadrangle, dated March 3, 2025 submitted with the Heritage Impact Assessment and addendum prepared by ERA Architects Inc., dated January 23, 2024 and March 4, 2025, and in accordance with the Conservation Plan required in Recommendation 2.a.1, to the satisfaction of the Senior Manager, Heritage Planning, Urban Design, City Planning including registration of such agreement to the satisfaction of the City Solicitor. b. prior to the issuance of any permit for all or any part of the property at 68 Wellesley 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 of the subject property shall: 1. have obtained final approval for the necessary Zoning By-law Amendment required for the subject property, such Amendment to have come into full force and effect; 2. provide a Heritage Lighting Plan that describes how the exterior of the heritage property will be sensitively illuminated to enhance its 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; 3. 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; 4. submit a Signage Plan to the satisfaction of the Senior Manager, Heritage Planning; 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; and 6. 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 and Interpretation Plan. c. that prior to the release of the Letter of Credit required in Recommendation 2.b.6 above, the owner shall: 1. provide a letter of substantial completion prepared and signed by a qualified heritage consultant confirming that the required conservation work and required interpretive work has been completed in accordance with the Conservation and Interpretation Plans and that an appropriate standard of conservation has been maintained, all to the satisfaction of the Senior Manager, Heritage Planning; and 2. provide replacement Heritage Easement Agreement photographs to the satisfaction of the Senior Manager, Heritage Planning. 3. City Council authorize the City Solicitor to introduce the necessary Bill in Council authorizing the entering into of a Heritage Easement Agreement for the property at 68 Wellesley Street East. 4. City Council authorize the City Solicitor and City staff to take all necessary actions to implement City Council's decision.
MM30.12adopted
Access to quality recreational facilities is critical to fostering active, healthy communities, particularly for youth in underserved areas. The Canadian Tire Jumpstart Multi-Year Sport Court Refurbishment Initiative aims to invest up to $3.5 million over five years (2025-2030) to revitalize outdoor basketball and multi-sport courts across Toronto. This initiative aligns with the City's Parks and Recreation Facilities Plan (PRFP) and State of Good Repair (SOGR) priorities, ensuring that courts in high-equity-need areas with courts in need of enhancement to meet community needs receive much-needed resurfacing, equipment upgrades, and accessibility improvements. By leveraging funding from Canadian Tire Jumpstart Charities, this partnership will accelerate key infrastructure investments while promoting accessibility, community engagement, youth programming, and equitable access to recreation. City Council is requested to endorse this partnership and facilitate necessary approvals to advance the initiative in a timely manner. Parks and Recreation staff will facilitate necessary approvals and coordination to ensure that all refurbishments meet the City's standards for accessibility, safety, and sustainability. Staff will guide all branding and recognition elements, ensuring alignment with the City's policies on sponsorship, donations, and partnerships. In addition, the City will coordinate an official announcement event in June 2025, aligning with Jumpstart's 20th Anniversary Celebration, to publicly launch the partnership and showcase the commitment to youth recreation.
City Council on May 21 and 22, 2025, adopted the following: 1. City Council authorize the General Manager, Parks and Recreation to accept a cash donation of up to $3.5 million over five years (2025-2030) from Canadian Tire Jumpstart Charities to refurbish basketball and multi-sport courts through the Canadian Tire Jumpstart Multi-Year Sport Court Refurbishment Initiative, in partnership with Canadian Tire Jumpstart Charities, and in compliance with the City's Policy on Donations for Community Benefits. 2. City Council authorize the General Manager, Parks and Recreation to negotiate and sign a donation agreement with Canadian Tire Jumpstart Charities for a term of five years, on terms and conditions satisfactory to the General Manager, Parks and Recreation, and in a form satisfactory to the City Solicitor. 3. City Council request the General Manager, Parks and Recreation to work directly with Canadian Tire Jumpstart Charities to identify priority locations for refurbishment based on City of Toronto State of Good Repair, ensuring alignment with the City's Parks and Recreation Facilities Plan, and in consultation with local Councillors to maximize program impact. 4. City Council amend Parks and Recreation's 2025-2034 Capital Budget and Plan to create a new capital sub-project known as Canadian Tire Jumpstart Multi-Year Sport Court Refurbishment Initiative, with a total project cost of $3.5 million, cash flowed annually from 2025 to 2030 and funded by the donation referenced in Part 1 above.
Staff recommendation as filed
Mayor Olivia Chow, seconded by Councillor Paula Fletcher, recommends that: 1. City Council authorize the General Manager, Parks and Recreation to accept a cash donation of up to $3.5 million over five years (2025-2030) from Canadian Tire Jumpstart Charities to refurbish basketball and multi-sport courts through the Canadian Tire Jumpstart Multi-Year Sport Court Refurbishment Initiative, in partnership with Canadian Tire Jumpstart Charities, and in compliance with the City's Policy on Donations for Community Benefits. 2. City Council authorize the General Manager, Parks and Recreation to negotiate and sign a donation agreement with Canadian Tire Jumpstart Charities for a term of five years, on terms and conditions satisfactory to the General Manager, Parks and Recreation, and in a form satisfactory to the City Solicitor. 3. City Council request the General Manager, Parks and Recreation to work directly with Canadian Tire Jumpstart Charities to identify priority locations for refurbishment based on City of Toronto State of Good Repair, ensuring alignment with the City's Parks and Recreation Facilities Plan, and in consultation with local Councillors to maximize program impact. 4. City Council amend Parks and Recreation's 2025-2034 Capital Budget and Plan to create a new capital sub-project known as Canadian Tire Jumpstart Multi-Year Sport Court Refurbishment Initiative, with a total project cost of $3.5 million, cash flowed annually from 2025 to 2030 and funded by the donation referenced in Recommendation 1 above.
MM30.13adopted
On June 26-27, 2024, Council approved Item IE14.4 - Cycling Network Plan - 2024 Cycling Infrastructure and Missing Sidewalk Installation - Third Quarter Update. This included the Beltline Gap Connection project. Since the commencement of the Growing Marlee-Glencairn Study in August 2024, it has become apparent that the Beltline Gap Connection project and its plan to connect a short segment along Marlee Avenue from Roselawn Avenue to Eglinton Avenue West requires additional study and consideration as part of a more comprehensive transportation and mobility plan for the Marlee Avenue corridor and the larger Growing Marlee-Glencairn precinct with the substantial additional new growth and intensification coming this emerging new neighborhood. REQUIRES RE-OPENING: Requires a re-opening of Item 2024.IE14.4 (June 26 and 27, 2024, Council Meeting), only as it pertains to Parts 1.b. and 1.c. of the decision.
City Council on May 21 and 22, 2025, adopted the following: 1. City Council amend its previous decision on Item 2024.IE14.4 by deleting Parts 1.b. and 1.c. Parts to be deleted: 1.b. Elm Ridge Drive from Newgate Road to the western limit of the Elm Ridge Drive Bridge, bi-directional cycle track; and 1.c. Marlee Avenue from Castlefield Avenue to Roselawn Avenue, cycle track, and Roselawn Avenue to Eglinton Avenue West, bi-directional cycle track. 2. City Council direct that the work on the Beltline Gap Connection project be paused and request the Chief Planner and Executive Director, City Planning, in consultation with the Executive Director, Development Review, to consider the project as part of a more comprehensive transportation and mobility plan included in the Growing Marlee-Glencairn Study.
Staff recommendation as filed
Councillor Mike Colle, seconded by Councillor Rachel Chernos Lin, recommends that: 1. City Council amend its previous decision on Item 2024.IE14.4 by deleting Parts 1.b. and 1.c. Parts to be deleted: 1.b. Elm Ridge Drive from Newgate Road to the western limit of the Elm Ridge Drive Bridge, bi-directional cycle track; and 1.c. Marlee Avenue from Castlefield Avenue to Roselawn Avenue, cycle track, and Roselawn Avenue to Eglinton Avenue West, bi-directional cycle track. 2. City Council direct that the work on the Beltline Gap Connection project be paused and request the Chief Planner and Executive Director, City Planning, in consultation with the Executive Director, Development Review, to consider the project as part of a more comprehensive transportation and mobility plan included in the Growing Marlee-Glencairn Study.
MM30.14adopted
I am writing to ask that the City accept a $50,000 donation from Spin Master to enhance planned the playground project at Sumach-Shuter Parkette. Sumach-Shuter Parkette, located at 485 Shuter Street, is in a high-demand neighbourhood improvement area, adjacent to the Regent Park Athletic Grounds. With a very large population living vertically in this neighbourhood, public green space is vital to community health. The initiative aligns with the City's goals for enhancing green space in Neighbourhood Improvement Areas and high-density communities, and the playground enhancement project is one component of a full park plan that will include an off-leash dog area, picnic areas, and seating. The planned playground enhancement at Sumach-Shuter Parkette is part of a broader revitalization initiative intended to transform the space into a more inclusive and vibrant community asset. The full park redevelopment will include: A modernized playground with inclusive play equipment suitable for various age groups and abilities; A designated off-leash dog area to support pet owners in this dense urban neighbourhood; New picnic and passive seating areas to encourage community gathering and multigenerational use; and Landscaping and infrastructure improvements to enhance safety, accessibility, and enjoyment of the park. Spin Master is a Canadian multinational toy company whose work includes beloved children's toys and programming, including from the Paw Patrol and Bakugan franchises. This donation from Spin Master supports the playground component specifically, building on the City's investment and amplifying the positive impact for local families and children. It reflects a shared commitment to play, creativity, and community well-being.
City Council on May 21 and 22, 2025, adopted the following: 1. City Council authorize the General Manager, Parks and Recreation to accept a cash donation of $50,000.00 from Spin Master Corporation, for the purposes of enhancing the playground project at Sumach-Shuter Parkette in 2025, in compliance with the Donations to the City of Toronto for Community Benefits Policy, and to negotiate and execute any required agreements on terms and conditions satisfactory to the General Manager and in a form and content satisfactory to the City Solicitor. 2. City Council increase the 2025 Parks and Recreation Capital Budget for Sumach-Shuter Parkette (Sub-project Play Enhancement Program, account CPR119-54) by $50,000.00 gross, $0 net, on a one-time basis to enhance the existing playground project.
Staff recommendation as filed
Councillor Chris Moise, seconded by Councillor Paula Fletcher, recommends that: 1. City Council authorize the General Manager, Parks and Recreation to accept a cash donation of $50,000.00 from Spin Master Corporation, for the purposes of enhancing the playground project at Sumach-Shuter Parkette in 2025, in compliance with the Donations to the City of Toronto for Community Benefits Policy, and to negotiate and execute any required agreements on terms and conditions satisfactory to the General Manager and in a form and content satisfactory to the City Solicitor. 2. City Council increase the 2025 Parks and Recreation Capital Budget for Sumach-Shuter Parkette (Sub-project Play Enhancement Program, account CPR119-54) by $50,000.00 gross, $0 net, on a one-time basis to enhance the existing playground project.
MM30.15referred
The Mayor of Toronto regularly holds media availabilities in their City Hall office. For nearly a decade, it was standard practice for these press conferences to be livestreamed to the public, ensuring broad public accessibility and transparency. Similar practices exist in other major cities - for example, the Mayors of Ottawa, Vancouver, and New York City routinely livestream media availabilities and announcements on YouTube. In the interest of transparency, accountability, and public access to information, this motion calls on the Office of the Mayor to resume the practice of livestreaming press conferences and other media availabilities. These livestreams should include the full Question and Answer period with media to ensure comprehensive public access. Democracy functions best when residents have open and timely access to information that affects their city and daily lives. To further promote fairness and collaboration at City Hall, this motion also requests that all Members of Council and their staff be granted full access to attend these media availabilities.
City Council on May 21 and 22, 2025, referred Motion MM30.15 to the Executive Committee for consideration.
Staff recommendation as filed
Councillor Brad Bradford, seconded by Councillor Vincent Crisanti, recommends that: 1. City Council request the Mayor to begin livestreaming the Mayor's press conferences and other media availabilities online, including the Question and Answer period with media. 2. City Council request the Mayor to grant full access to media availabilities for all Members of Council and their staff.
MM30.16adopted
Throughout the consultation process for the Growing Glencairn Study, I have heard from many residents and participants about the chosen name for the study. Many have requested that the name should better reflect the historic identity of the Marlee Ville neighbourhood. As such, I am requesting that we re-name the study to the Growing Marlee-Glencairn Study, as well as ensuring data from growth in close proximity, including other Major Transit Station Areas and how it might impact the findings and recommendations for the study area itself.
City Council on May 21 and 22, 2025, adopted the following: 1. City Council request the Executive Director, Development Review and the Chief Planner and Executive Director, City Planning to formally change the name of the Growing Glencairn Study to the Growing Marlee-Glencairn Study to better reflect the character of the study precinct and the historic identity of the Marlee Ville neighbourhood. 2. City Council request the Executive Director, Development Review and the Chief Planner and Executive Director, City Planning to ensure that as part of the ongoing work of the Growing Marlee-Glencairn Study, the analysis of infrastructure capacity for services such as water, sewer, hydro and road network capacity, considers how development activity in adjacent Major Transit Station Areas (e.g., along Eglinton Avenue West) might impact capacity of the Primary Study Area, using data from the existing larger: 1. Mobility Study Area; 2. Community Services and Facilities Study Area; and 3. Toronto Water's Pressure District 5 Zone.
Staff recommendation as filed
Councillor Mike Colle, seconded by Councillor Rachel Chernos Lin, recommends that: 1. City Council request the Executive Director, Development Review and the Chief Planner and Executive Director, City Planning to formally change the name of the Growing Glencairn Study to the Growing Marlee-Glencairn Study to better reflect the character of the study precinct and the historic identity of the Marlee Ville neighbourhood. 2. City Council request the Executive Director, Development Review and the Chief Planner and Executive Director, City Planning to ensure that as part of the ongoing work of the Growing Marlee-Glencairn Study, the analysis of infrastructure capacity for services such as water, sewer, hydro and road network capacity, considers how development activity in adjacent Major Transit Station Areas (e.g., along Eglinton Avenue West) might impact capacity of the Primary Study Area, using data from the existing larger: 1. Mobility Study Area; 2. Community Services and Facilities Study Area; and 3. Toronto Water's Pressure District 5 Zone.
MM30.17amended
Participatory Budgeting is a system of direct democracy where residents imagine how their neighbourhood could be improved, suggest potential ideas and then vote on how funds are spent to improve their community through capital projects. Between April 12 and November 1, 2024, my office hosted online and in-person engagements with local residents and business improvement areas to crowdsource ideas. These ideas were then vetted for cost and feasibility with City staff and presented to the local community to vote on which projects they would like to see funded. In the St. James Town, Winchester Park and Cabbagetown neighbourhoods, six projects supported by the local community fit within the allocated budget of $750,000: Installation of sixteen Armourstone Seat Benches at Winchester Park; Installation of four, 3x3 ft in-ground four season mosaic art pieces at Winchester Park; Installation of a 12x12 ft in-ground mosaic in St. James Town Open Space upon reconstruction; Installation of a Cabbagetown Gateway Sculpture; Installation of an interactive art sculpture at Amelia St./Parliament St. Parkette; and Installation of an interactive art sculpture at Spruce St./Parliament St. Parkette. The release of funds for these projects will allow for locally supported capital projects to move forward in a timely manner.
City Council on May 21 and 22, 2025, adopted the following: 1. City Council amend Parks and Recreation's 2025-2034 Capital Budget and Plan to: a. create a new capital sub-project known as the Winchester Park Mosaic Project in the Park Development project, with a project cost and cash flow of $80,000 gross and $0 debt in 2025, fully funded by Section 37 community benefits obtained from the development at 6 - 16 Glen Road, 4 - 100 Howard Street, and 603 - 611 Sherbourne Streetsecured for outdoor public realm and parkland improvements (Source Account: XR3026-3701031), for the purpose of installing four in-ground mosaics at Winchester Park; and b. create a new capital sub-project known as the St. James Town Open Space Mosaic Project in the Park Development project, with a project cost of $80,000 gross and $0 debt with cash flow commitments of $5,000 in 2025 and $75,000 in 2026, fully funded by Section 37 community benefits obtained from the development at 6-16 Glen Road, 4-100 Howard Street, and 603-611 Sherbourne Street secured for outdoor public realm and parkland improvements (Source Account: XR3026-3701031), for the purpose of installing a mosaic at St. James Town Open Space (200 Wellesley Street). 2. City Council authorize the transfer of up to $160,000 to the not-for-profit arts organization Project Redefine Arts, from the Parks and Recreation 2025-2034 Capital Budget and Plan for the following: a. up to $80,000 for the Winchester Park Mosaic sub-project, in the Park Development project, to complete the production and installation of four in-ground mosaics at Winchester Park, subject to Project ReDefine Arts entering a Licence Agreement with the City, as described in Part 3 below; and b. up to $80,000 for the St. James Town Open Space Mosaic sub-project, in the Park Development project, to complete the production and installation of an in-ground mosaic at St. James Town Open Space (200 Wellesley Street), subject to Project ReDefine Arts entering a Licence Agreement with the City, as described in Part 3 below. 3. City Council authorize the General Manager, Parks and Recreation, to enter into Licence Agreements with the not-for-profit arts organization Project Redefine Arts to transfer the funds and to allow for capital project work related to the installation of in-ground mosaics at Winchester Park and St. James Open Space (200 Wellesley Street) to be completed, in compliance with the City's Fair Wage and Labour Trades Contractual Obligations in the Construction Industry, on terms and conditions satisfactory to the General Manager, Parks and Recreation, and in a form satisfactory to the City Solicitor. 4. City Council increase the 2025 Operating Budget for Non-Program for the purpose of forwarding funds to the Cabbagetown Business Improvement Area for the development of the following projects: a. $100,000.00 gross, $0 net, fully funded by Section 37 (Planning Act Reserve Fund) community benefits at 75, 77 and 83 Mutual Street (Source Account: XR3026-3700878) for the purpose of installing Cabbagetown Gateway Features at the following intersections: Carlton Street and Sherbourne Street, Wellesley Street East and Parliament Street, and Gerrard Street East and Sherbourne Street (Cost Centre: NP2161); and b. $200,000.00 gross, $0 net, fully funded by Section 37 (Planning Act Reserve Fund) community benefits at 500 Sherbourne Street (Source Account: XR3026-3700240) for the purpose of installing a sculpture at each of the following intersections: Spruce Street and Parliament Street, and Amelia Street and Parliament Street (Cost Centre: NP2161). 5. City Council direct that $300,000.00 be forwarded to the Cabbagetown Business Improvement Area, subject to the Business Improvement Area signing an Undertaking governing the use of the funds and the financial reporting requirements. 6. City Council direct that the use of Section 37 community benefits be recognized in documents and promotional materials, including on any construction hoarding, in consultation with the Ward Councillor as a requirement within the Undertaking between the City and the Cabbagetown Business Improvement Area. 7. City Council direct that all works proposed within the public right-of-way related to the installation of the Cabbagetown Gateway Features and sculptures be subject to review and any necessary permits to the satisfaction of the General Manager, Transportation Services.
Staff recommendation as filed
Councillor Chris Moise, seconded by Councillor Shelley Carroll, recommends that: 1. City Council amend Parks and Recreation's 2025-2034 Capital Budget and Plan to: create a new capital sub-project known as the Winchester Park Mosaic Project in the Park Development project, with a project cost and cash flow of $80,000 gross and $0 debt in 2025, fully funded by Section 37 community benefits obtained from the development at 6 - 16 Glen Road, 4 - 100 Howard Street, and 603 - 611 Sherbourne Streetsecured for outdoor public realm and parkland improvements (Source Account: XR3026-3701031), for the purpose of installing four in-ground mosaics at Winchester Park; and create a new capital sub-project known as the St. James Town Open Space Mosaic Project in the Park Development project, with a project cost of $80,000 gross and $0 debt with cash flow commitments of $75,000 in 2026, fully funded by Section 37 community benefits obtained from the development at 6-16 Glen Road, 4-100 Howard Street, and 603-611 Sherbourne Streetsecured for outdoor public realm and parkland improvements (Source Account: XR3026-3701031), for the purpose of installing a mosaic at St. James Town Open Space (200 Wellesley Street). 2. City Council authorize the transfer of up to $160,000 to the not-for-profit arts organization Project Redefine Arts, from the Parks and Recreation 2025-2034 Capital Budget and Plan for the following: a. up to $80,000 for the Winchester Park Mosaic sub-project, in the Park Development project, to complete the production and installation of four in-ground mosaics at Winchester Park, subject to Project ReDefine Arts entering a Licence Agreement with the City, as described in Recommendation 3 below; and b. up to $80,000 for the St. James Town Open Space Mosaic sub-project, in the Park Development project, to complete the production and installation of an in-ground mosaic at St. James Town Open Space (200 Wellesley Street), subject to Project ReDefine Arts entering a Licence Agreement with the City, as described in Recommendation 3 below. 3. City Council authorize the General Manager, Parks and Recreation, to enter into Licence Agreements with the not-for-profit arts organization Project Redefine Arts to transfer the funds and to allow for capital project work related to the installation of in-ground mosaics at Winchester Park and St. James Open Space (200 Wellesley Street) to be completed, in compliance with the City's Fair Wage and Labour Trades Contractual Obligations in the Construction Industry, on terms and conditions satisfactory to the General Manager, Parks and Recreation, and in a form satisfactory to the City Solicitor. 4. City Council increase the 2025 Operating Budget for Non-Program for the purpose of forwarding funds to the Cabbagetown Business Improvement Area for the development of the following projects: $100,000.00 gross, $0 net, fully funded by Section 37 (Planning Act Reserve Fund) community benefits at 75, 77 and 83 Mutual Street (Source Account: XR3026-3700878) for the purpose of installing Cabbagetown Gateway Features at the following intersections: Carlton Street and Sherbourne Street, Wellesley Street East and Parliament Street, and Gerrard Street East and Sherbourne Street (Cost Centre: NP2161); $100,000.00 gross, $0 net, fully funded by Section 37 (Planning Act Reserve Fund) community benefits at 500 Sherbourne Street (Source Account: XR3026-3700240) for the purpose of installing a sculpture at Spruce Street and Parliament Street (Cost Centre: NP2161); $100,000.00 gross, $0 net, fully funded by Section 37 (Planning Act Reserve Fund) community benefits at 387-403 Bloor Street East and 28 Selby Street (Source Account: XR3026-3700898) for the purpose of installing a sculpture at Amelia Street and Parliament Street (Cost Centre: NP2161). 5. City Council direct that $300,000.00 be forwarded to the Cabbagetown Business Improvement Area, subject to the Business Improvement Area signing an Undertaking governing the use of the funds and the financial reporting requirements. 6. City Council direct that the use of Section 37 community benefits be recognized in documents and promotional materials, including on any construction hoarding, in consultation with the Ward Councillor as a requirement within the Undertaking between the City and the Cabbagetown Business Improvement Area. 7. City Council direct that all works proposed within the public right-of-way related to the installation of the Cabbagetown Gateway Features and sculptures be subject to review and any necessary permits to the satisfaction of the General Manager, Transportation Services.
MM30.18adopted
I am writing to request the release $1,250,000 of section 37 to support planned streetscape improvements on Colborne Street, Leader Lane and Colborne Lane. $850,000 is to go to Transportation Services, and $400,000 is to go to the Old Town Toronto Business Improvement Area (Business Improvement Area; formerly known as the St. Lawrence Market Neighbourhood Business Improvement Area). In 2019, the City entered discussions with Carttera Developments to improve the streetscape adjacent to their office project at 65 King Street East. Following discussions with the Old Town Toronto Business Improvement Area, the Business Improvement Area took the lead on getting a design approved by Transportation Services. Through discussions with the City, it was determined that Engineering and Construction Services would be the best party to deliver this project as part of a bundled Capital Works Program in 2025. The project proposes overall safety and streetscape improvements within the Old Town Toronto Business Improvement Area, focusing on the following segments: a) Colborne Street, between Church Street and Leader Lane; b) Leader Lane, between Wellington Street East and King Street; and c) Colborne Lane, between Colborne Street and Leader Lane. On Colborne Street, the roadway will be narrowed and the boulevards widened to increase the pedestrian clearway and create seasonal patio space for adjacent businesses. Leader Lane, south of Colborne Street, will be converted into a pedestrian zone, with limited access maintained for emergency and maintenance vehicles, subject to Community Council approval. At the intersection of Colborne Street and Leader Lane, local geometric safety enhancements will be implemented, including reduced curb radii and curb extensions. Unit pavers are proposed for the Colborne Street roadway and boulevard areas, as well as sections of Leader Lane, to enhance the overall character of the project. This project has recently been tendered, with construction planned to begin in late July. Both Transportation Services and the Old Town Toronto Business Improvement Area have requested funding to allow this project to proceed. This motion provides $850,000 directly to Transportation Services for this project, with an additional $400,000 provided to the Business Improvement Area, who will use the funds to help cost-share the project with Economic Development and Culture.
City Council on May 21 and 22, 2025, adopted the following: 1. City Council increase the 2025-2034 Capital Budget and Plan for Transportation Services on a one-time basis by $850,000 gross and $0 debt, to provide streetscape improvements for Colborne Street between Leader Lane and Church Street, Leader Lane between King Street and Wellington Street, and Colborne Lane (Cost Centre: CTP425-05), fully funded by Section 37 community benefits obtained from the following developments: a. $719,420.43 from 176-178 Front Street East and 33 Sherbourne Street (Source Account: XR3026-3701237); and b. $130,579.57 from 60 Shuter Street and 187 and 189 Church Street (Source Account: XR3026-3700961). 2. City Council increase the 2025 Operating Budget for Non-Program on a one-time basis by $400,000 gross and $0 net, fully funded by Section 37 community benefits obtained from 60 Shuter Street and 187 and 189 Church Street (Source Account: XR3026-3700961) for the purpose of forwarding one-time funds to the Old Town Toronto Business Improvement Area to provide streetscape improvements for Colborne Street between Leader Lane and Church Street, Leader Lane between King Street and Wellington Street, and Colborne Lane (Cost Centre: NP2161). 3. City Council direct that the $400,000 be forwarded to the Old Town Toronto Business Improvement Area, subject to the Business Improvement Area signing an Undertaking governing the use of the funds and the financial reporting requirements. 4. City Council direct that the use of Section 37 community benefits be recognized in documents and promotional materials, including on any construction hoarding, in consultation with the Ward Councillor as a requirement within the Undertaking between the City and the Old Town Toronto Business Improvement Area.
Staff recommendation as filed
Councillor Chris Moise, seconded by Deputy Mayor Ausma Malik, recommends that: 1. City Council increase the 2025-2034 Capital Budget and Plan for Transportation Services on a one-time basis by $850,000 gross and $0 debt, to provide streetscape improvements for Colborne Street between Leader Lane and Church Street, Leader Lane between King Street and Wellington Street, and Colborne Lane (Cost Centre: CTP425-05), fully funded by Section 37 community benefits obtained from the following developments: a. $719,420.43 from 176-178 Front Street East and 33 Sherbourne Street (Source Account: XR3026-3701237); and b. $130,579.57 from 60 Shuter Street and 187 and 189 Church Street (Source Account: XR3026-3700961). 2. City Council increase the 2025 Operating Budget for Non-Program on a one-time basis by $400,000 gross and $0 net, fully funded by Section 37 community benefits obtained from 60 Shuter Street and 187 and 189 Church Street (Source Account: XR3026-3700961) for the purpose of forwarding one-time funds to the Old Town Toronto Business Improvement Area to provide streetscape improvements for Colborne Street between Leader Lane and Church Street, Leader Lane between King Street and Wellington Street, and Colborne Lane (Cost Centre: NP2161). 3. City Council direct that the $400,000 be forwarded to the Old Town Toronto Business Improvement Area, subject to the Business Improvement Area signing an Undertaking governing the use of the funds and the financial reporting requirements. 4. City Council direct that the use of Section 37 community benefits be recognized in documents and promotional materials, including on any construction hoarding, in consultation with the Ward Councillor as a requirement within the Undertaking between the City and the Old Town Toronto Business Improvement Area.
MM30.19deferred
Toronto is one of the top five screen-based industry hubs in North America and was named the "Best Place to Live and Work as a Movie Maker" in a survey conducted by MovieMaker Magazine in 2024. The screen sector employs more than 30,000 Torontonians, a number that is expected to continue to grow. A June 2022 consultant report identified Toronto's film industry as a high-growth sector poised to play an outsized role in driving Toronto's future economic development. In that same year, film and television productions spent a record $2.6 billion in Toronto. Roughly 70 percent of Toronto's production volume comes from international projects, which are highly mobile. With more cities competing for these economic opportunities, the City must continue to enhance the attractiveness, competitiveness, and viability of Toronto's screen sector. School sites are desirable film locations for film and television productions but can be challenging to permit due to the potential impacts on school operations. Securing an unused school as a film location would build on the xoTO Schools program by providing predictable access to a high-demand film location and support the continued growth of Toronto's film industry.
City Council on May 21 and 22, 2025, deferred Item MM30.19 to the June 25, 26 and 27, 2025, meeting of City Council.
Staff recommendation as filed
Councillor Rachel Chernos Lin, seconded by Councillor Paula Fletcher, recommends that: 1. City Council direct the General Manager, Economic Development and Culture, in consultation with the Executive Director, Corporate Real Estate Management, to work with the Chief Executive Officer, Toronto Lands Corporation to explore opportunities for the City of Toronto to secure a closed Toronto District School Board school for the purpose of providing a dedicated location for film and television production and to report back with options to the Economic and Community Development Committee in the third quarter of 2025.
MM30.20adopted
In recognition of Louis March's decades-long commitment to public safety, equity and youth development, the City of Toronto should rename Shuter-Sumach Parkette to Louis March Park. Regent Park was one of the neighborhoods where Louis did some of his most impactful work, and would recognize his deep commitment to ending gun violence and supporting the most vulnerable communities in Toronto. Louis March founded the Zero Gun Violence Movement, believing that everyone deserved to live in a safe, supportive and opportunity-rich environment regardless of their postal code. His sudden passing on July 20, 2024, was a profound loss for the city, but his vision continues to guide efforts towards peace and justice. For decades, Louis March worked with community groups, mothers who had lost children to violence, youth leaders and elected officials to address the root causes of violence in Toronto. His tireless advocacy called for meaningful investments in preventative solutions and youth empowerment - focusing on education, mental health, employment and restorative justice. He was particularly vocal in challenging systemic issues that fuel violence and limit opportunity in historically underserved neighborhoods in Toronto. While his work spanned communities across the city, Louis had a deep connection to Regent Park. He spent significant time engaging with residents, responding to incidents of violence and combating stigma. He stood with the community through grief and healing, consistently supporting young people and their families. His presence, mentorship and leadership were instrumental in building trust and pushing for action. This renaming has strong support, including an in-person and widely shared online petition. Residents, community leaders and local organizations have all voiced their enthusiasm for honoring Louis March in this way. His family has also expressed appreciation for this tribute. Renaming this park in Louis March's honor will serve as a lasting reminder of his unwavering commitment to a Toronto free from violence - one rooted in dignity, compassion and opportunity for all. It is not only a tribute to his legacy, but a call to continue the work he began: striving for zero gun violence through unity, love and collective action.
City Council on May 21 and 22, 2025, adopted the following: 1. Despite the provisions of the City of Toronto Property Naming Policy, City Council approve the renaming of the Sumach-Shuter Parkette to "Louis March Park". 2. City Council direct the General Manager, Parks and Recreation to undertake the necessary design and installation of replacement facility and wayfinding signage.
Staff recommendation as filed
Councillor Chris Moise, seconded by Councillor Paula Fletcher, recommends that: 1. Despite the provisions of the City of Toronto Property Naming Policy, City Council approve the renaming of the Sumach-Shuter Parkette to "Louis March Park". 2. City Council direct the General Manager, Parks and Recreation to undertake the necessary design and installation of replacement facility and wayfinding signage.
MM30.21adopted
Participatory Budgeting is a system of direct democracy where residents imagine how their neighborhood could be improved, suggest potential ideas and then vote on how funds are spent to improve their community through capital projects. Between April 12 and November 1, 2024, my office hosted online and in-person engagements with local residents and business improvement areas to crowdsource ideas. These ideas were then vetted for cost and feasibility with City staff and presented to the local community to vote on which projects they would like to see funded. In the Cabbagetown South, McGill-Granby, Moss Park and Garden District neighborhoods, six projects supported by the local community fit within the allocated budget of $750,000: - Allan Gardens Dog Off-leash Area Enhancements; - Commemorative Tree Planting in Allan Garden (Children Conservatory and Teaching Garden); and - Installation of Streetscape Improvement and Additional Tree Planting at Central Neighborhood House. The release of funds for these projects will allow for locally supported capital projects to move forward in a timely manner.
City Council on May 21 and 22, 2025, adopted the following: 1. City Council increase the 2025 Capital Budget for Parks and Recreation on a one-time basis by $350,000 gross, $0 net, fully funded by Section 37 (Source Account: XR3026-3700878) funds, obtained at 75, 77 and 83 Mutual Street for the purpose of funding enhancements to the Allan Gardens Dog Off-Leash Area (CPR126-44-04). 2. City Council increase the 2025 Operating Budget for Non-Program on a one-time basis by $2,530.00 gross and $0 net, fully funded by Section 37 community benefits obtained in the development at 75, 77 and 83 Mutual Street (Source Account: XR3026-3700878), for the purpose of forwarding funds to the Friends of Allan Gardens for the addition of trees with plaques at the Teaching Garden (Cost Centre: NP2161). 3. City Council direct that the $2,530.00 be forwarded to the Friends of Allan Gardens upon the signing of an Undertaking by the Friends of Allan Gardens to govern the use of the funds and the financial reporting requirements. 4. City Council direct that the use of Section 37 community benefits be prominently recognized in documents and promotional materials, including on any construction hoarding, in consultation with the Ward Councillor as a requirement within the Undertaking between the City and the Friends of Allan Gardens. 5. City Council increase the 2025 Operating Budget for Non-Program on a one-time basis by $150,000.00 gross and $0 net, fully funded by Section 37 community benefits obtained in the development at 53, 61 and 65 Ontario street, and 102 Berkeley Street (Source Account: XR3026-3700872), for the purpose of forwarding funds to Central Neighbourhood House for capital improvements to the front landscaping at 349 Ontario Street, including tree planting and the creation of a stroller storage area (Cost Centre: NP2161). 6. City Council direct that the $150,000 be forwarded to Central Neighbourhood House upon the signing of an Undertaking by Central Neighbourhood House to govern the use of the funds and the financial reporting requirements. 7. City Council direct that the use of Section 37 community benefits be prominently recognized in documents and promotional materials, including on any construction hoarding, in consultation with the Ward Councillor as a requirement within the Undertaking between the City and Central Neighbourhood House. 8. City Council direct that all works proposed within the public right-of-way as part of the landscaping improvements at 349 Ontario Street be subject to review and any necessary permits to the satisfaction of the General Manager, Transportation Services.
Staff recommendation as filed
Councillor Chris Moise, seconded by Councillor Shelley Carroll, recommends that: 1. City Council increase the 2025 Capital Budget for Parks and Recreation on a one-time basis by $350,000 gross, $0 net, fully funded by Section 37 (Source Account: XR3026-3700878) funds, obtained at 75, 77 and 83 Mutual Street for the purpose of funding enhancements to the Allan Gardens Dog Off-Leash Area (CPR126-44-04). 2. City Council increase the 2025 Operating Budget for Non-Program on a one-time basis by $2,530.00 gross and $0 net, fully funded by Section 37 community benefits obtained in the development at 75, 77 and 83 Mutual Street (Source Account: XR3026-3700878), for the purpose of forwarding funds to the Friends of Allan Gardens for the addition of trees with plaques at the Teaching Garden (Cost Centre: NP2161). 3. City Council direct that the $2,530.00 be forwarded to the Friends of Allan Gardens upon the signing of an Undertaking by the Friends of Allan Gardens to govern the use of the funds and the financial reporting requirements. 4. City Council direct that the use of Section 37 community benefits be prominently recognized in documents and promotional materials, including on any construction hoarding, in consultation with the Ward Councillor as a requirement within the Undertaking between the City and the Friends of Allan Gardens. 5. City Council increase the 2025 Operating Budget for Non-Program on a one-time basis by $150,000.00 gross and $0 net, fully funded by Section 37 community benefits obtained in the development at 53, 61 and 65 Ontario street, and 102 Berkeley Street (Source Account: XR3026-3700872), for the purpose of forwarding funds to Central Neighbourhood House for capital improvements to the front landscaping at 349 Ontario Street, including tree planting and the creation of a stroller storage area (Cost Centre: NP2161). 6. City Council direct that the $150,000 be forwarded to Central Neighbourhood House upon the signing of an Undertaking by Central Neighbourhood House to govern the use of the funds and the financial reporting requirements. 7. City Council direct that the use of Section 37 community benefits be prominently recognized in documents and promotional materials, including on any construction hoarding, in consultation with the Ward Councillor as a requirement within the Undertaking between the City and Central Neighbourhood House. 8. City Council direct that all works proposed within the public right-of-way as part of the landscaping improvements at 349 Ontario Street be subject to review and any necessary permits to the satisfaction of the General Manager, Transportation Services.
MM30.22adopted
The applicant applied to the Committee of Adjustment to construct a new three storey detached dwelling and requested multiple variances from City-wide Zoning By-law 569-2013 (Application A0098/25NY), including variances to the front exterior main wall height, floor space index, and west side yard setback. On April 17, 2025, North York District Panel of the Committee of Adjustment refused to grant the requested minor variances. A copy of the Committee's decision is attached as Attachment 1. The applicant has appealed the refusal to the Toronto Local Appeal Body. In its report dated April 10, 2025, City Planning Staff opined that the requested variances were not consistent with the physical character of the neighbourhood, would not be consistent with the pattern of development in the neighbourhood, are not in keeping with the intent of the Zoning By-law or the Official Plan, and are not minor in nature. As a result, City Planning Staff recommended that the minor variance application be refused. The Staff Report is attached as Attachment 2. This motion will authorize and direct the City Solicitor to attend the Toronto Local Appeal Body, along with appropriate City staff, in order to oppose the Appeal. This Motion will also authorize the City Solicitor to resolve the matter on behalf of the City in her discretion. This motion is time sensitive and urgent as the City Solicitor requires instructions to obtain party status in the Appeal and subsequently attend the hearing in opposition to the Appeal.
City Council on May 21 and 22, 2025, adopted the following: 1. City Council direct the City Solicitor to seek party status at the Toronto Local Appeal Body, and to attend the Toronto Local Appeal Body hearing, with appropriate City staff, in order to support the Committee of Adjustment's decision to refuse the Minor Variance application requested in Application A0098/25NY, respecting 53 Snowdon Avenue. 2. City Council authorize the City Solicitor to attempt to negotiate a resolution of the Appeal of the decision in Application A0098/25NY respecting 53 Snowdon Avenue and to resolve the matter on behalf of the City at the City Solicitor's discretion in consultation with the Ward Councillor and the Director of Community Planning, North York District.
Staff recommendation as filed
Councillor Rachel Chernos Lin, seconded by Councillor Mike Colle, recommends that: 1. City Council direct the City Solicitor to seek party status at the Toronto Local Appeal Body, and to attend the Toronto Local Appeal Body hearing, with appropriate City staff, in order to support the Committee of Adjustment's decision to refuse the Minor Variance application requested in Application A0098/25NY, respecting 53 Snowdon Avenue. 2. City Council authorize the City Solicitor to attempt to negotiate a resolution of the Appeal of the decision in Application A0098/25NY respecting 53 Snowdon Avenue and to resolve the matter on behalf of the City at the City Solicitor's discretion in consultation with the Ward Councillor and the Director of Community Planning, North York District.
MM30.23adopted
As the City of Toronto works to meet rising service demands and affordability challenges, it is essential that we identify every opportunity to operate more efficiently. Senior management across City divisions have been actively reviewing programs and operations to identify meaningful savings, streamline services, and modernize outdated systems. However, the expertise and creativity of frontline City staff remain one of our greatest untapped resources when it comes to identifying cost savings and continuous improvement. These are the people who understand our processes best and often have the most practical ideas for doing things smarter and better. To empower staff and foster a culture of innovation and fiscal responsibility, the Mayor's Savings Challenge will recognize and reward City staff who propose operational efficiencies or cost-saving measures that can be implemented in time for the next annual budget. The best ideas would be celebrated annually by the Mayor and the staff member(s) responsible for the most impactful and implementable idea would receive non-monetary recognition in appreciation of their contribution to the City's financial sustainability. Whether it's simplifying a process, reducing duplication, or finding a smarter way to deliver services, the goal is to foster a practice of listening to the front lines to surface practical solutions for a more sustainable and efficient city. Preferably, the first Savings Challenge would impact the 2026 Budget. A similar initiative was launched by Mayor Mel Lastman in the legacy city of North York whose challenge to staff yielded real savings and a spirit of partnership in City-building. This renewed effort reflects that same spirit of collaboration and pragmatism - and will help ensure that Toronto can invest in what matters most. Reason for Urgency: To allow for development and implementation in order achieve savings as part of the 2026 Budget process.
City Council on May 21 and 22, 2025, adopted the following: 1. City Council direct the City Manager to: a. establish a Mayor's Savings Challenge to recognize City staff who identify and propose the most impactful savings or efficiencies that are successfully implemented in City operations; b. develop program criteria and a submission process, in consultation with the Chief Financial Officer and Treasurer; c. offer a non-monetary recognition to the winning staff member(s), subject to existing employment and collective agreement provisions; and d. promote the Challenge across all City divisions and agencies to encourage broad participation and highlight the importance of frontline city staff in enabling priority investments.
Staff recommendation as filed
Councillor Shelley Carroll, seconded by Mayor Olivia Chow, recommends that: 1. City Council direct the City Manager to: a. establish a Mayor's Savings Challenge to recognize City staff who identify and propose the most impactful savings or efficiencies that are successfully implemented in City operations; b. develop program criteria and a submission process, in consultation with the Chief Financial Officer and Treasurer; c. offer a non-monetary recognition to the winning staff member(s), subject to existing employment and collective agreement provisions; and d. promote the Challenge across all City divisions and agencies to encourage broad participation and highlight the importance of frontline city staff in enabling priority investments.
MM30.24amended
Toronto's businesses and entrepreneurs are key drivers of our economy, job creation, and vibrant neighbourhoods. Yet too often, they encounter unnecessary regulatory hurdles and administrative red tape that hinder their success. To strengthen our support for local business, this motion proposes the creation of a Red Tape Hotline pilot program, operated by the Economic Development and Culture division, that will allow business owners to directly report burdensome municipal processes, permitting delays, and duplicative or outdated by-laws. The initiative supports the implementation of the Action Plan for Toronto's Economy, adopted by City Council in late 2024, which identified regulatory modernization and service streamlining as essential steps in making Toronto a more business-friendly city. The hotline will run as a nine-month pilot and collect data on the types of issues reported. This will surface potential policy, procedural, or by-law changes that could improve service delivery, modernize regulation, and support economic growth. Where appropriate and necessary, the General Manager, Economic Development and Culture, will be delegated authority to provide interim relief to businesses on a case-by-case basis, where feasible within existing regulations. A report will be brought to Economic and Community Development Committee in the first quarter of 2026 with an evaluation of the pilot, a summary of complaints received, and recommendations for by-law or administrative changes to reduce red tape for Toronto businesses. Reason for Urgency: To ensure that the pilot can be launched in time to run during the peak of business activity in the summer and early fall months.
City Council on May 21 and 22, 2025, adopted the following: 1. City Council direct the General Manager, Economic Development and Culture, to establish and promote a "Red Tape Hotline" pilot program, for a period of four (4) months, to allow Toronto businesses and entrepreneurs to report unnecessary or burdensome municipal rules, regulations, and permitting requirements. 2. City Council request the General Manager, Economic Development and Culture, to track and analyze the submissions received, identify common regulatory challenges, and consult with relevant divisions to identify potential opportunities for modernization or streamlining of City processes and provide monthly updates to the Deputy City Managers and City Manager about the submissions received. 3. City Council grant the City Manager temporary additional delegated authority which can be sub-delegated to Deputy City Managers for the duration of the pilot, to provide interim relief to complainants on a case-by-case basis, where such relief is within the City's legal and financial frameworks and would not compromise public health, safety, or the environment. 4. City Council direct the General Manager, Economic Development and Culture, to report back in advance of the 2026 Budget Process with: a. a summary of issues reported through the Red Tape Hotline; b. recommendations for administrative and by-law amendments to reduce burdens on businesses; and c. an evaluation of the pilot's effectiveness and options for continuation or expansion; and An overview of how delegated authority was used to provide interim relief to complainants, including the number and nature of cases where relief was granted.
Staff recommendation as filed
Councillor Shelley Carroll, seconded by Councillor Chris Moise, recommends that: 1. City Council direct the General Manager, Economic Development and Culture, to establish and promote a "Red Tape Hotline" pilot program, for a period of four (4) months, to allow Toronto businesses and entrepreneurs to report unnecessary or burdensome municipal rules, regulations, and permitting requirements. 2. City Council request the General Manager, Economic Development and Culture, to track and analyze the submissions received, identify common regulatory challenges, and consult with relevant divisions to identify potential opportunities for modernization or streamlining of City processes. 3. City Council grant the General Manager, Economic Development and Culture, temporary additional delegated authority, for the duration of the pilot, to provide interim relief to complainants on a case-by-case basis, where such relief is within the City's legal and financial frameworks and would not compromise public health, safety, or the environment. 4. City Council direct the General Manager, Economic Development and Culture, to report back in advance of the 2026 Budget Process with: a. a summary of issues reported through the Red Tape Hotline; b. recommendations for administrative and by-law amendments to reduce burdens on businesses; and c. an evaluation of the pilot's effectiveness and options for continuation or expansion; and An overview of how delegated authority was used to provide interim relief to complainants, including the number and nature of cases where relief was granted.
MM30.25amended
Toronto is home to a vibrant, thriving Tamil community located primarily in the Scarborough area of our city. This motion seeks to follow in the footsteps of other levels of government and jurisdictions by recognizing the Tamil Genocide. The Government of Ontario passed Bill 104 proclaiming the seven-day period in each year ending on May 18th as Tamil Genocide Education Week and the Government of Canada has named May 18th as Tamil Genocide Remembrance Day. The City of Brampton recently unveiled their Tamil Genocide Monument in their main downtown park. This motion requests City Staff to consult with the National Council of Canadian Tamils identity a potential site in a City of Toronto Park in Scarborough to host a Tamil Genocide Monument. Reason for urgency: The motion is to honour the recently passed May 18th - recognized by the Government of Canada as Tamil Genocide Remembrance Day and the conclusion of Tamil Genocide Education Week by the Government of Ontario.
City Council on May 21 and 22, 2025, adopted the following: 1. City Council request the General Manager, Economic Development and Culture, in consultation with the General Manager, Parks and Recreation, to consult with Tamil community organizations that have significant experience with building community monuments, including the recent City of Brampton Tamil Genocide Monument, to identify a potential site in a City of Toronto Park in Scarborough to accept a Tamil Genocide Monument under the provisions of the City's Public Art and Monument Donations Policy and report to the Scarborough Community Council in the fourth quarter of 2025.
Staff recommendation as filed
Councillor Parthi Kandavel, seconded by Councillor Josh Matlow recommends that: 1. City Council request the City Manager, in consultation with the General Manager, Parks and Recreation, to consult with the National Council of Canadian Tamils to identify a potential site in a City of Toronto Park in Scarborough to host a Tamil Genocide Monument and report to Scarborough Community Council in the fourth quarter of 2025.
MM30.26adopted
This motion seeks approval to release Section 37 funds in the total amount of $125,000 to the Toronto Catholic District School Board for the purpose of funding St. Ambrose Catholic School's School Yard Revitalization Project, which will include playscape improvements that will transform the existing kindergarten area of the schoolyard into a vibrant, safe and inclusive outdoor learning environment promoting physical activity, environmental stewardship and community engagement. Reason for Urgency: This motion is urgent as it relates to delivery on the timeline of the project.
City Council on May 21 and 22, 2025, adopted the following: 1. City Council increase the 2025 Operating Budget for Non-Program by $125,000.00 gross, $0 net, (Cost Centre: NP2161) fully funded by Section 37 funds obtained in the development at 300 Valermo Drive, secured for local park improvements (Source Account: XR3026-3700827), for the purpose of providing one-time capital funding to the Toronto Catholic District School Board for improvements to the schoolyard at St. Ambrose Catholic School, subject to the Toronto Catholic District School Board entering into an acceptable Community Access Agreement with the City. 2. City Council request the General Manager, Parks and Recreation to participate in the preparation of the Community Access Agreement, in consultation with the Ward Councillor and the Chief Planner and Executive Director, City Planning, provided acceptable terms can be agreed upon. 3. City Council authorize the General Manager, Parks and Recreation to execute on behalf of the City a Community Access Agreement with the Toronto Catholic District School Board for the capital improvements to the schoolyard at St. Ambrose Catholic School, for a term of 25 years and on such other terms and conditions satisfactory to the General Manager, Parks, Forestry and Recreation, and in a form satisfactory to the City Solicitor. 4. City Council direct that if a mutually acceptable Community Access Agreement cannot be agreed upon that the funds will not be transferred to the Toronto Catholic District School Board and shall be made available for other community facilities in the local community. 5. City Council direct that if the local Councillor does not provide written approval of the design for the school yard, the funds will not be transferred to the Toronto Catholic District School Board and shall be made available for other community facilities in the local community.
Staff recommendation as filed
Councillor Amber Morley, seconded by Councillor Chris Moise recommends that: 1. City Council increase the 2025 Operating Budget for Non-Program by $125,000.00 gross, $0 net, (Cost Centre: NP2161) fully funded by Section 37 funds obtained in the development at 300 Valermo Drive, secured for local park improvements (Source Account: XR3026-3700827), for the purpose of providing one-time capital funding to the Toronto Catholic District School Board for improvements to the schoolyard at St. Ambrose Catholic School, subject to the Toronto Catholic District School Board entering into an acceptable Community Access Agreement with the City. 2. City Council request the General Manager, Parks, Forestry and Recreation to participate in the preparation of the Community Access Agreement, in consultation with the Ward Councillor and the Chief Planner and Executive Director, City Planning, provided acceptable terms can be agreed upon. 3. City Council authorize the General Manager, Parks, Forestry and Recreation to execute on behalf of the City a Community Access Agreement with the Toronto Catholic District School Board for the capital improvements to the schoolyard at St. Ambrose Catholic School, for a term of 25 years and on such other terms and conditions satisfactory to the General Manager, Parks, Forestry and Recreation, and in a form satisfactory to the City Solicitor. 4. City Council direct that if a mutually acceptable Community Access Agreement cannot be agreed upon that the funds will not be transferred to the Toronto Catholic District School Board and shall be made available for other community facilities in the local community. 5. City Council direct that if the local Councillor does not provide written approval of the design for the school yard, the funds will not be transferred to the Toronto Catholic District School Board and shall be made available for other community facilities in the local community.
MM30.27adopted
On February 6, 2024, City Council adopted 2024.IE10.1: Administrative Penalty System for Red Light Camera and Automated Speed Enforcement Violations, approving the governance and administrative requirements to establish an Administrative Penalty System for Red Light Camera and Automated Speed Enforcement Violations that included an expanded mandate for the Administrative Penalty Tribunal. The program as outlined in the report was to become effective on November 1, 2024. The link to the staff report and Council's decisions are available at: https://secure.toronto.ca/council/agenda-item.do?item=2024.IE10.1 On October 9 and 10, 2024, City Council adopted 2024.IE16.3: Administrative Penalty System for Red Light Camera and Automated Speed Enforcement Violations - Revised Implementation Date, revising the implementation date of the replacement City of Toronto Municipal Code Chapter 610 to December 9, 2024, and authorizing the inclusion of an additional transition provision. The link to the staff report and Council's decision are available at: https://secure.toronto.ca/council/agenda-item.do?item=2024.IE16.3 On November 13 and 14, 2024, City Council adopted 2024.MM23.29: Re-Opening and Amending Items 2124.IE10.1 and 2024.IE16.3 - Administrative Penalty System for Red Light Camera and Automated Speed Enforcement Violations, revising the implementation date of the replacement City of Toronto Municipal Code Chapter 610 to January 20, 2025. The link to the motion and Council's decision are available at: https://secure.toronto.ca/council/agenda-item.do?item=2024.MM23.29 The new City of Toronto Municipal Code Chapter 610, Penalties, Administration of, took effect on January 20, 2025. It has been a number of months since the implementation of the new Chapter 610 and the expanded administrative penalties regime has been in operation. In order to approve operational efficiencies, Court Services has requested that the timelines for requesting screening and hearing reviews for designated by-law offences and for designated statute offences be aligned. Further, Court Services has also requested that amendments be made to Chapter 610 in order to create flexibility in extenuating circumstances, such as in the event of a potential postal strike. This Motion is urgent because of the potential of an impending postal strike and, as such, action is required at this meeting of City Council.
City Council on May 21 and 22, 2025, adopted the following: 1. City Council amend sections 610-2.2A(2)(b) and (c) of Toronto Municipal Code chapter 610, Penalties-Administration of, to delete reference to "30 calendar days" and insert in lieu thereof reference to "60 calendar days". 2. City Council amend sections 610-2.3A(2)(b) and (c) of Toronto Municipal Code chapter 610, Penalties-Administration of, to delete reference to "30 calendar days" and insert in lieu thereof reference to "60 calendar days". 3. City Council amend section 610-1.2B of Toronto Municipal Code chapter 610, Penalties-Administration of, by inserting a new subsection (3) to read: "(3) Despite anything in this chapter to the contrary, where the City Solicitor and/or Chair have extended time periods in accordance with subsection 610-1.2C(3) or subsection 610-6.7J, respectively, the extended time periods shall be posted on the City's website and the extended time periods shall govern." 4. City Council amend section 610-1.2C of Toronto Municipal Code chapter 610, Penalties-Administration of, by inserting a new subsection (3) to read: "(3) The City Solicitor may make a decision to extend time periods within this chapter where the City Solicitor determines extraordinary circumstances exist, including, but not limited to, labour disputes including the disruption of postal services." 5. City Council amend section 610-6.7 of Toronto Municipal Code chapter 610, Penalties-Administration of, by inserting a new subsection J to read: "J. Make a decision to extend time periods within this chapter associated with the tribunal, including hearing reviews, where the Chair determines extraordinary circumstances exist, including, but not limited to, labour disputes including the disruption of postal services." 6. City Council amend subsection 610-3.1A(1)(c) of Toronto Municipal Code chapter 610, Penalties-Administration of, by deleting the phrase "at a screening office" and inserting in lieu thereof the phrase "to the screening office". 7. City Council authorize the City Solicitor to introduce the necessary bills to give effect to City Council's decision, including the necessary bills to amend City of Toronto Municipal Code Chapter 610, Penalties, Administration of, and City Council authorize the City Solicitor to make any necessary clarifications, refinements, minor modifications, technical amendments, or by-law amendments as may be identified by the City Solicitor or the General Manager, Transportation Services, in order to give effect to City Council's decision.
Staff recommendation as filed
Councillor Dianne Saxe, seconded by Councillor Stephen Holyday recommends that: 1. City Council amend sections 610-2.2A(2)(b) and (c) of Toronto Municipal Code chapter 610, Penalties-Administration of, to delete reference to "30 calendar days" and insert in lieu thereof reference to "60 calendar days". 2. City Council amend sections 610-2.3A(2)(b) and (c) of Toronto Municipal Code chapter 610, Penalties-Administration of, to delete reference to "30 calendar days" and insert in lieu thereof reference to "60 calendar days". 3. City Council amend section 610-1.2B of Toronto Municipal Code chapter 610, Penalties-Administration of, by inserting a new subsection (3) to read: "(3) Despite anything in this chapter to the contrary, where the City Solicitor and/or Chair have extended time periods in accordance with subsection 610-1.2C(3) or subsection 610-6.7J, respectively, the extended time periods shall be posted on the City's website and the extended time periods shall govern." 4. City Council amend section 610-1.2C of Toronto Municipal Code chapter 610, Penalties-Administration of, by inserting a new subsection (3) to read: "(3) The City Solicitor may make a decision to extend time periods within this chapter where the City Solicitor determines extraordinary circumstances exist, including, but not limited to, labour disputes including the disruption of postal services." 5. City Council amend section 610-6.7 of Toronto Municipal Code chapter 610, Penalties-Administration of, by inserting a new subsection J to read: "J. Make a decision to extend time periods within this chapter associated with the tribunal, including hearing reviews, where the Chair determines extraordinary circumstances exist, including, but not limited to, labour disputes including the disruption of postal services." 6. City Council amend subsection 610-3.1A(1)(c) of Toronto Municipal Code chapter 610, Penalties-Administration of, by deleting the phrase "at a screening office" and inserting in lieu thereof the phrase "to the screening office". 7. City Council authorize the City Solicitor to introduce the necessary bills to give effect to City Council's decision, including the necessary bills to amend City of Toronto Municipal Code Chapter 610, Penalties, Administration of, and City Council authorize the City Solicitor to make any necessary clarifications, refinements, minor modifications, technical amendments, or by-law amendments as may be identified by the City Solicitor or General Manager, Transportation Services, in order to give effect to City Council's decision.
MM30.28adopted
On September 15, 2023, the City received Zoning By-law and Official Plan Amendment applications for 2079-2111 Yonge Street, 9-11, 21, 31, 35 and part of 37 Hillsdale Avenue East, and 12-18 and part of 20 Manor Road East to permit the construction of a 98.0 metre (29-storey excluding mechanical penthouse) mixed-use building. The application proposed a total of 486 residential units, including 31 replacement rental units, and 2,000 square metres of non-residential gross floor area. The application also proposed to partially retain an existing heritage building at 2111 Yonge Street. The applicant appealed City Council's refusal of the Zoning By-law Amendment and Official Plan Amendment to the Ontario Land Tribunal on April 22, 2024. At its meeting on November 13 and 14, 2024, City Council was presented with a without prejudice offer to settle. City Council refused the offer to settle and authorized the City Solicitor to present a counter offer consistent with the settlement offer, but contingent on the applicant providing a minimum of 6 retail units at grade along the Yonge Street frontage to ensure that the fine-grained retail of the "Davisville Village" was maintained. At its meeting on December 17 and 18, 2024, City Council amended its decision on November 13 and 14, 2024, to authorize the City Solicitor to retain outside consultants as necessary to support the City's position at the Ontario Land Tribunal respecting the number of retail units. The City Solicitor attended the Ontario Land Tribunal hearing in support of Council's position on the number of retail units. The Ontario Land Tribunal directed the parties to consider how the proposal could better reinforce the local retail character of the main streets in the Midtown Villages Character Area. In response to this direction, this motion seeks authority for the City Solicitor to attend the Ontario Land Tribunal hearing in support of a minimum of 4 retail units being provided as part of the proposed development and the inclusion of supporting language in the Official Plan Amendment to further emphasize the local retail character of the Midtown Villages. This motion is urgent as there is an ongoing hearing at the Ontario Land Tribunal respecting this matter, which is scheduled to continue on May 29, 2025. REQUIRES RE-OPENING: City Council Item 2024.CC23.8 (November 13 and 14, 2024 City Council Meeting)
City Council on May 21 and 22, 2025, adopted the following: 1. City Council amend its previous decision on Item 2024.CC23.8 by adding the following Part to the instructions to staff: 1. City Council authorize the City Solicitor to attend at the Ontario Land Tribunal in support of a minimum of 4 retail units being provided as part of the proposed development and the inclusion of supporting language in the Official Plan Amendment to further emphasize the local retail character of the Midtown Villages.
Staff recommendation as filed
Councillor Josh Matlow, seconded by Councillor Rachel Chernos-Lin recommends that: 1. City Council amend its previous decision on Item 2024.CC23.8 by adding the following Part to the instructions to staff: 1. City Council authorize the City Solicitor to attend at the Ontario Land Tribunal in support of a minimum of 4 retail units being provided as part of the proposed development and the inclusion of supporting language in the Official Plan Amendment to further emphasize the local retail character of the Midtown Villages.
MM30.29adopted
To reduce administrative burden, the City's Finance and Treasury Services, through its Payroll, Pension and Employee Benefits division, has historically managed the submission of select City Agency and Corporation salary disclosures and non-applicability attestations to the Province. Some Agencies that report through the City have assessed they do not meet the funding threshold and should be deemed exempt from reporting under the Act and have instead submitted the required attestations of exemption to the Province through the City. The purpose of this motion is to ensure there is follow-up due diligence on overall Agency and Corporation reporting under the Act, including Agencies and Corporations that attest to being exempt from the Act, to ensure compliance with the legislation. Reason for urgency: Transparency is a key tenet of our City and once a potential gap is identified it is in the public interest to move quickly, and for the residents of this city to know that Council is moving urgently to address the issue.
City Council on May 21 and 22, 2025, adopted the following: 1. City Council direct the City Manager to publicly report, annually to City Council, the equivalent information to what appears on the annual Provincial Public Sector Salary Disclosure for those agencies and corporations which are not included on the provincial disclosure. 2. City Council direct the City Manager to request that the information requested in Part 1 above be provided to the City Manager such that he can make his first annual report to the October 8th, 2025 Meeting of City Council 3. City Council direct the City Manager and the Chief People Officer to report to the October 8, 2025, meeting of City Council on which agencies and corporations continue to continue to use a Short Term Incentive Programs as part of their Executive Compensation Framework.
Staff recommendation as filed
Councillor Paula Fletcher, seconded by Councillor Frances Nunziata recommends that: 1. City Council direct the City Manager to publicly report, annually to City Council, the equivalent information to what appears on the annual Provincial Public Sector Salary Disclosure for those agencies and corporations which are not included on the provincial disclosure. 2. City Council direct the City Manager to request that the information requested in Part 1 above be provided to the City Manager such that he can make his first annual report to the October 8th, 2025 Meeting of City Council 3. City Council direct the City Manager and the Chief People Officer to report to the October 8, 2025, City Council Meeting on which agencies and corporations continue to continue to use a Short Term Incentive Programs (STIP) as part of their Executive Compensation Framework.
MM30.30adopted
The purpose of this motion is to correct an administrative error in the supplier name referenced in the Staff Report titled "Non-Competitive Contracts with Various Suppliers for the Supply of Proprietary Parts and Maintenance Services at Various Wastewater and Water Treatment Plants for Toronto Water", which was adopted by Council on . The December 17 and 18, 2024. The original report referenced the supplier as "Automated Logic Ltd.", however the correct legal name of the supplier is "Automated Logic - Canada Ltd." The correction is urgent to enable Toronto Water to proceed with a contract to support critical building automation systems maintenance at Ashbridges Bay Treatment Plant to ensure that there is no disruption to City mandated water services. Agenda Item History - 2024.GG18.23 REQUIRES RE-OPENING: City Council Item 2024.GG18.23 (December 17 and 18, 2024, City Council Meeting)
City Council on May 21 and 22, 2025, adopted the following: 1. City Council amend its previous decision on Item GG18.23, Non-Competitive Contracts with Various Suppliers for the Supply of Proprietary Parts and Maintenance Services at Various Wastewater and Water Treatment Plants for Toronto Water as follows: 1. City Council amend Part 1 by deleting the words "Automated Logic Ltd." and replacing them with the words "Automated Logic - Canada Ltd."
Staff recommendation as filed
Councillor Paul Ainslie, seconded by Councillor Stephen Holyday, recommends that: 1. City Council amend its previous decision on Item GG18.23, Non-Competitive Contracts with Various Suppliers for the Supply of Proprietary Parts and Maintenance Services at Various Wastewater and Water Treatment Plants for Toronto Water as follows: 1. City Council amend Part 1 by deleting the words "Automated Logic Ltd." and replacing them with the words "Automated Logic - Canada Ltd."
MM30.31adopted
Council authorized the General Manager of Parks and Recreation to negotiate and sign a Management Agreement with Friends of Allan Gardens at its meeting in June 2022, for the purposes of managing a portion of Allan Gardens Conservatory. Friends of Allan Gardens is seeking to enhance the scope of this Management Agreement with recurring community activations in the Palm House. Through expanded scope of this agreement, Friends of Allan Gardens would be able to host regularly scheduled public-facing community activations within the Palm House as part of its broader arrangements on-site. These activities are intended to enhance the visitor experience and support the overall public purpose of Allan Gardens, such as recurring Saturday and Holiday activations. All programming and use of the Palm House would need to comply with City policies and operational guidelines. Friends of Allan Gardens will coordinate scheduling and logistics with the General Manager or designate as required. These amendments aim to enhance the community engagement potential of the Palm House while fostering inclusivity, cultural involvement, and economic activation at Allan Gardens. This matter is urgent as Parks and Recreation staff would like to execute the amended agreement as soon as possible due to the Palm House Reopening last Wednesday.
City Council on May 21 and 22, 2025, adopted the following: 1. City Council authorize the General Manager, Parks and Recreation to amend the existing Council-approved Management Agreement with Friends of Allan Gardens to include a portion of the Palm House at Allan Gardens Conservatory be added to the facilities to be managed by the Friends of Allan Gardens, on terms and conditions satisfactory to the General Manager, Parks and Recreation, and in a form and content satisfactory to the City Solicitor.
Staff recommendation as filed
Councillor Chris Moise, seconded by Councillor Shelley Carroll, recommends that: 1. City Council authorize the General Manager, Parks and Recreation to amend the existing Council-approved Management Agreement with Friends of Allan Gardens to include a portion of the Palm House at Allan Gardens Conservatory be added to the facilities to be managed by the Friends of Allan Gardens, on terms and conditions satisfactory to the General Manager, Parks and Recreation, and in a form and content satisfactory to the City Solicitor.
MM30.32adopted
At its meeting on March 27 and 28, 2019, City Council approved Item 2019.TE4.13 to amend the zoning by-law for the lands municipally known as 545-601 Sherbourne Street and 3-7 Howard Street to permit a 51-storey mixed-use building with 532 rental dwelling units (Agenda Item History - 2019.TE4.13). Following Council's approval, By-laws 1528-2019 and 1529-2019 were enacted and passed on October 30, 2019 securing the built form regulations and Section 37 provisions of the development. The Section 37 Agreement was registered and receipted as Instrument Number AT5824084 on July 19, 2021. Among other matters, the development included the redesign and lease extension of the existing leased park, St. James Town Park West, and an on-site parkland conveyance of 607.64 square metres to the City comprised of 536.64 square metres to satisfy the Section 42 parkland dedication requirement for the development and 80.9 square metres of parkland over-dedication as a Section 37 community benefit. The Council decision, site specific zoning by-laws, and Section 37 Agreement all require the combined 607.64 square metre parkland dedication to be conveyed to the City prior to the first above grade building permit in accordance with Chapter 415 of the Toronto Municipal Code. As part of redevelopment of the Site, the Owner replaced the membrane between the existing underground parking garage and St. James Town West Park as the membrane was approaching the end of its life expectancy. To facilitate this work, numerous mature trees within the park were removed via a tree injury and removal permit. Subsequently, City staff indicated throughout the review of the development's Site Plan Control application that a handful of the remaining trees located on the lands to be conveyed to the City, including one memorial tree, were required to be protected and preserved. As per the City of Toronto's Policy for Accepting Potentially Contaminated Lands to be Conveyed to the City as a Condition of a Development Application Approval, the land being conveyed as parkland is required to meet a certain soil and groundwater quality to protect the City from potential liabilities associated with known or suspected environmental contamination. In this instance, the typical "dig and dump" method of remediation cannot be used as this work would require the removal of the trees flagged for preservation. Therefore, the Owner is required to undergo a Risk Assessment to allow the preservation of the trees while delivering the lands to the City in a state that meets conveyance policy. The risk assessment is likely to take one to two years to complete whereas the development is able to obtain their first above grade permits very shortly. As such, City staff and the Owner, with consultation from Legal Services, have agreed to postpone the conveyance until two years after the issuance of first above grade building permit. The Owner has agreed to extend the lease agreement for the leased portion of the park prior to first above grade building permit as per the Council decision, site specific zoning by-laws, and Section 37 Agreement. In support of the Minor Variance application, Parks Development staff has prepared a memo requesting that the Committee of Adjustment approve the application imposing several conditions of approval, including: obtaining approval from City Council to amend the Section 37 agreement; registering a Section 118 restriction on the site; and providing separate letters of credit for the value of the Section 42 and Section 37 parkland dedication. This motion is urgent because the Committee of Adjustment hearing is on June 11, and requires City Council direction with regards to amending the Section 37 agreement.
City Council on May 21 and 22, 2025, adopted the following: 1. If the Committee of Adjustment approves the Minor Variance Application A0282/25TEY for the property municipally known as 545-601 Sherbourne Street and 3-7 Howard Street, City Council require the Owner to enter into an Amending Section 37 Agreement, pursuant to Section 37 of the Planning Act (as it read the day before the date Section 1 of Schedule 17 of the COVID-19 Economic Recovery Act, 2020, came into force), to make amendments to the existing Section 37 Agreement registered on title to the lands as Instrument Number AT5824084 to implement the Committee's decision in a manner, content and form satisfactory, all to the satisfaction of the City Solicitor and the General Manager, Parks and Recreation.
Staff recommendation as filed
Councillor Chris Moise, seconded by Councillor Shelley Carroll, recommends that: 1. If the Committee of Adjustment approves the Minor Variance Application A0282/25TEY for the property municipally known as 545-601 Sherbourne Street and 3-7 Howard Street, City Council require the Owner to enter into an Amending Section 37 Agreement, pursuant to Section 37 of the Planning Act (as it read the day before the date Section 1 of Schedule 17 of the COVID-19 Economic Recovery Act, 2020, came into force), to make amendments to the existing Section 37 Agreement registered on title to the lands as Instrument Number AT5824084 to implement the Committee's decision in a manner, content and form satisfactory, all to the satisfaction of the City Solicitor and the General Manager, Parks and Recreation.
MM30.33adopted
The applicant applied to the Committee of Adjustment requesting variances from City-wide Zoning By-law 569-2013 relating to rear porch side yard setback, side yard setback for the rear canopy, platforms at or above the second story of a detached house, side yard setback of a platform, side yard setback, building depth, height of side exterior main walls facing a side lot line, side yard setback and maximum height for an ancillary building containing a laneway suite and soft landscaping in order to construct a new dwelling and a laneway suite in the rear yard at 521 Davisville Avenue (Application A0560/23NY). Urban Forestry and Community Planning provided reports to the Committee of Adjustment recommending the imposition of conditions in the event the Committee of Adjustment approved the Application. Community Planning staff also recommended modifications be made to the application that were agreed upon by the applicant. On February 20, 2025, the North York District Panel of the Committee of Adjustment refused the Application. A copy of the Notice of Decision of the Committee of Adjustment is attached as Attachment 1. The applicant has appealed the refusal to the Toronto Local Appeal Body. This motion will give the City Solicitor authority to attend the Toronto Local Appeal Body, with appropriate City Staff, in order to oppose the appeal of the Committee of Adjustment's decision to refuse the minor variance application at 521 Davisville Avenue 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 City Solicitor requires instructions to obtain party status in the appeal and subsequently attend the Toronto Local Appeal Body hearing which can be scheduled at any time.
City Council on May 21 and 22, 2025, adopted the following: 1.City Council direct the City Solicitor to attend the Toronto Local Appeal Body as a party, with appropriate City staff, in order to oppose the appeal of the Committee of Adjustment's decision regarding 521 Davisville Avenue (Application A0560/23NY). 2. City Council authorize the City Solicitor to retain outside consultants as necessary. 3. City Council authorize the City Solicitor to attempt to negotiate a resolution of the appeal regarding 521 Davisville Avenue (Application A0560/23NY), and City Council authorize the City Solicitor to settle 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.
Staff recommendation as filed
Councillor Rachel Chernos Lin, seconded by Councillor Josh Matlow, recommends that: 1.City Council direct the City Solicitor to attend the Toronto Local Appeal Body as a party, with appropriate City staff, in order to oppose the appeal of the Committee of Adjustment's decision regarding 521 Davisville Avenue (Application A0560/23NY). 2. City Council authorize the City Solicitor to retain outside consultants as necessary. 3. City Council authorize the City Solicitor to attempt to negotiate a resolution of the appeal regarding 521 Davisville Avenue (Application A0560/23NY), and City Council authorize the City Solicitor to settle 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.
MM30.34adopted
This Motion authorizes the release of $135,793 of Section 42 funds to contribute to the Ryerson Community School playground revitalization. The Toronto District School Board playground improvement project includes improvements to the play equipment, repaving, seating, plantings, hockey court upgrades, new trails, fencing, and new storage facilities. City funding will allow for the full scope of work to be implemented. The funds will be forwarded to the Toronto District School Board once the Toronto District School Board has entered into a Community Access Agreement with the City governing the purpose of the funds, the financial reporting requirements and addressing community access to the improved facilities. This motion is urgent as Toronto District School Board requires the funds to coordinate with their contractor's scope of work starting this summer.
City Council on May 21 and 22, 2025, adopted the following: 1. City Council increase the 2025 Capital Budget for Parks and Recreation on a one-time basis by $135,793 gross, $0 net (Account: CPR119-54), fully funded by Section 42 Above 5 percent Cash-in-lieu funds obtained in the development at 8 and 30 Widmer Street (Source Account: XR2213 - 4201533 ), secured for capital improvements to area parks, for the purpose of providing one-time capital funding to the Toronto District School Board for capital improvements to the schoolyard at Ryerson Community School, subject to the Toronto District School Board entering into an acceptable agreement Community Benefits Agreement with the City. 2. City Council authorize the City Solicitor to prepare the Community Benefits Agreement in consultation with the Ward Councillor, Parks and Recreation and Community Planning staff. 3. City Council authorize the execution of a Community Access Agreement with the Toronto District School Board for the capital improvements to the playgrounds at Ryerson. 4. Community School on terms and conditions satisfactory to the General Manager, Parks and Recreation and in a form satisfactory to the City Solicitor. 5. City Council direct that the funds be forwarded to the Toronto District School Board once the Toronto District School Board has signed a Community Access Agreement with the City, governing the purpose of the funds, the financial reporting requirements, and addressing community access to the playground facilities.
Staff recommendation as filed
Deputy Mayor Ausma Malik, seconded by Councillor Chris Moise, recommends that: 1. City Council increase the 2025 Capital Budget for Parks and Recreation on a one-time basis by $135,793 gross, $0 net (Account: CPR119-54), fully funded by Section 42 Above 5 percent Cash-in-lieu funds obtained in the development at 8 and 30 Widmer Street (Source Account: XR2213 - 4201533 ), secured for capital improvements to area parks, for the purpose of providing one-time capital funding to the Toronto District School Board for capital improvements to the schoolyard at Ryerson Community School, subject to the Toronto District School Board entering into an acceptable agreement Community Benefits Agreement with the City. 2. City Council authorize the City Solicitor to prepare the Community Benefits Agreement in consultation with the Ward Councillor, Parks and Recreation and Community Planning staff. 3. City Council authorize the execution of a Community Access Agreement with the Toronto District School Board for the capital improvements to the playgrounds at Ryerson. 4. Community School on terms and conditions satisfactory to the General Manager, Parks and Recreation and in a form satisfactory to the City Solicitor. 5. City Council direct that the funds be forwarded to the Toronto District School Board once the Toronto District School Board has signed a Community Access Agreement with the City, governing the purpose of the funds, the financial reporting requirements, and addressing community access to the playground facilities.
MM30.35adopted
The purpose of this motion is to seek on behalf of the Chief Engineer and Executive Director, Engineering and Construction Services and the General Manager, Transportation Services, City Council's authorization to amend Purchase Order #6054610 and contract 23ECS-RD-09SP with Midome Construction Services Limited dated March 29, 2023, for the installation of new streetcar tracks and associated infrastructure on Adelaide Street, between York Street and Victoria Street. This work is a part of the planned streetcar detour around the Ontario Line Queen Street closure and this amendment is required to enable works to take place overnight and so minimise the impacts of construction on Toronto Transit Commission operations and other traffic in the corridor. Remaining works on the project, delivered by the City and funded by Metrolinx, is on schedule for completion by June 2025. In accordance with Item 2023-GG2.16, approved by City Council on March 29, 2023, Midome Construction Services Limited was awarded a non-competitive contract totalling $40,240,992, exclusive of Harmonized Sales Tax recoveries to deliver the work. In December 2023, City Council authorized MM13.23, an Amendment to the contract which increased the value of the Purchase Order #6054610 by a total value $3,376,905.60, from $40,240,992, to $43,617,897.60 net of Harmonized Sales Tax recoverable. On March 21, 2024, City Council authorized MM16.43, as the second Purchase Order Amendment to address several unforeseen design changes, including relocation of Toronto Hydro, Zayo, Rogers and Beanfield cables, within the new streetcar tracks and installing Toronto Transit Commission priority loops and traffic signals at York/Adelaide intersection to meet current design requirements. This amendment to the contract increased the value of the Purchase Order #6054610 by a total value $5,466,401.89, from $43,617,897.60 to $49,084,299.49 net of Harmonized Sales Tax recoverable. A third amendment to the purchase order is now required to help reduce construction impacts in the downtown corridor. Due to ongoing construction at the King and Church intersection, the Toronto Transit Commission is diverting service-primarily along Adelaide Street. To minimise resulting traffic impacts on the Toronto Transit Commission diversion and other traffic on this important corridor, the project team needs to shift construction activities to nighttime hours. This request pertains to the additional costs associated with the transition to night work, which will be funded by Transportation Services. The total value of this third Purchase Order Amendment being requested is $200,000.00 net of Harmonized Sales Tax recoverable, revising the current Purchase Order value from $49,084,299.49 net of Harmonized Sales Tax recoverable to up to $49,284,299.49 net of Harmonized Sales Tax recoverable. The funding of this amendment is included in the 2025 - 2034 Capital Budget and Plan for Transportation Services, under Major Road Rehabilitation (CTP315-06). Reason for urgency: Construction work is currently taking place on Adelaide Street.
City Council on May 21 and 22, 2025, adopted the following: 1. City Council authorize an amendment to Purchase Order #6054610 and Contract 23ECS-RD-09SP with Midome Construction Services Limited for the installation of new streetcar tracks and associated infrastructure on Adelaide Street, between York Street and Victoria Street in the amount of $200,000.00 net of Harmonized Sales Tax recoverable, revising the current Purchase Order value from $49,084,299.49 net of Harmonized Sales Tax recoverable to up to $49,284,299.49 net of Harmonized Sales Tax recoverable.
Staff recommendation as filed
Deputy Mayor Ausma Malik, seconded by Councillor Chris Moise, recommends that: 1. City Council authorize an amendment to Purchase Order #6054610 and Contract 23ECS-RD-09SP with Midome Construction Services Limited for the installation of new streetcar tracks and associated infrastructure on Adelaide Street, between York Street and Victoria Street in the amount of $200,000.00 net of Harmonized Sales Tax recoverable, revising the current Purchase Order value from $49,084,299.49 net of Harmonized Sales Tax recoverable to up to $49,284,299.49 net of Harmonized Sales Tax recoverable.
MM30.36adopted
The 504 King Streetcar carries over 100,000 people each day and is a key connection for people getting downtown. Recent data shows that the streetcars diverting due to construction at King Street East. and Church Street are moving as slowly as 3.7 kilometers per hour through downtown. That is not the transit service that people expect and additional measures to speed up the streetcars during this construction must be taken. Investing in upgraded Toronto Transit Commission infrastructure is an important part of our strategy to get Toronto moving - but each project carries a short-term impact on commuters that we have to ensure is carefully managed to keep people moving reliably. With additional funding from the New Deal, we will see more projects to repair our crumbling infrastructure. Each of these projects needs to be carefully managed and coordinated, and we need to bring every possible tool to bear to keep our city moving. Reason for urgency: the diversion is currently underway and any measures to speed up travel times must be implemented as soon as possible.
City Council on May 21 and 22, 2025, adopted the following: 1. City Council direct the General Manager, Transportation Services, to review the King Street and Church Street transit detour operation and work with Toronto Transit Commission to identify and implement any further transit priority enhancements in consultation with the local Councillor and relevant stakeholders, including, but not limited to, traffic agents, paid duty officers, signal timing changes, parking changes, and other on street changes, that would enhance streetcar operations for the duration of the works.
Staff recommendation as filed
Mayor Olivia Chow, seconded by Councillor Chris Moise, recommends that: 1. City Council direct the General Manager, Transportation Services, to review the King Street and Church Street transit detour operation and work with Toronto Transit Commission to identify and implement any further transit priority enhancements in consultation with the local Councillor and relevant stakeholders, including, but not limited to, traffic agents, paid duty officers, signal timing changes, parking changes, and other on street changes, that would enhance streetcar operations for the duration of the works.
MM30.37adopted
This motion will give the City Solicitor the authority to appeal the Committee of Adjustment's decision approving the minor variance application at 80 Lamb Avenue (Application A0200/25TEY); to attend the Toronto Local Appeal Body to oppose the development in the Application; to retain outside consultants as necessary; and to negotiate a settlement of the appeal. The applicant applied to the Committee of Adjustment requesting variances from City-wide Zoning By-law 569-2013 relating to the height and separation distance of the laneway suite from the primary dwelling and the location of the enclosed stairwell from the main walls of the ancillary building in order to alter the existing two-storey semi detached dwelling by constructing a rear two-storey addition with a rear ground level deck and stairs, and a rear second storey balcony. Also to construct a new two-storey an ancillary building containing one laneway suite with a rear second storey balcony, and a rooftop equipment area, in the rear yard abutting the laneway. In a report from the Director of Community Planning, Toronto and East York District dated April 30, 2025, Community Planning Staff recommended refusal of the Application (the Staff Report is attached as Attachment 1). Planning Staff opined that the proposed 6.3 meter height and 5 meter separation distance are not in keeping with the policies and zoning for laneway suites, and do not respect the prevailing character in the neighbourhood, subsequently the variances fail to meet the four tests for a minor variance under Section 45(1) of the Planning Act. On May 13, 2025, the Toronto and East York District Panel of the Committee of Adjustment approved the Application. A copy of the Notice of Decision of the Committee of Adjustment is attached as Attachment 2. The City will be imminently appealing the Committee of Adjustment's decision to the Toronto Local Appeal Body. This motion will give the City Solicitor authority to attend the Toronto Local Appeal Body, with appropriate City Staff, in order appeal of the Committee of Adjustment's decision to approve the minor variance application at 80 Lamb Avenue 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, Toronto and East York District. This matter is time sensitive and urgent as the City Solicitor requires instructions to appeal and to subsequently attend the Toronto Local Appeal Body hearing which can be scheduled at any time.
City Council on May 21 and 22, 2025, adopted the following: 1.City Council direct the City Solicitor to appeal the Committee of Adjustment's decision regarding 80 Lamb Avenue (Application A0200/25TEY) and to attend the Toronto Local Appeal Body with appropriate City Staff, in order to oppose the development proposed in application A0200/25TEY. 2. City Council authorize the City Solicitor to retain outside consultants as necessary. 3. City Council authorize the City Solicitor to attempt to negotiate a resolution of the appeal regarding 80 Lamb Avenue (Application A0200/25TEY), and City Council authorize the City Solicitor to settle 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, Toronto and East York District.
Staff recommendation as filed
Councillor Paula Fletcher, seconded by Councillor Gord Perks, recommends that: 1.City Council direct the City Solicitor to appeal the Committee of Adjustment's decision regarding 80 Lamb Avenue (Application A0200/25TEY) and to attend the Toronto Local Appeal Body with appropriate City Staff, in order to oppose the development proposed in application A0200/25TEY. 2. City Council authorize the City Solicitor to retain outside consultants as necessary. 3. City Council authorize the City Solicitor to attempt to negotiate a resolution of the appeal regarding 80 Lamb Avenue (Application A0200/25TEY), and City Council authorize the City Solicitor to settle 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, Toronto and East York District.
MM30.38adopted
At the May 20 meeting of the Toronto Film, Television, and Digital Media Board, the Board voted to endorse the advocacy items listed above. The recent tariff threat on films produced outside the United States has created uncertainty that could have a cooling effect on upcoming production in jurisdictions all over the world, including Toronto. The film industry is highly valuable to Toronto, offering employment to 40,000 Torontonians, and contributing a direct spend as high as $2.6 billion (2022). The City of Toronto must safeguard the future of this vital industry and the creative and economic opportunities it offers. Reason for Urgency: Summer is the busiest period annually for film production. The situation regarding tariffs is evolving on a daily basis, and action needs to be taken immediately to protect the industry from the uncertainty this creates.
City Council on May 21 and 22, 2025, adopted the following: 1. City Council advocate to the Provincial and Federal governments for: a. enhancements to the Ontario Production Services Tax Credit, the Ontario Computer Animation and Special Effects Tax Credit, and the Ontario Film and Television Tax Credit including mechanisms for faster payment; b. greater direct investment in domestic production through existing Federal and Provincial funds; c. access for the production and post-production industry to current or future Provincial and Federal funds supporting sectors harmed by tariffs, regardless of whether tariffs on productions are implemented, as the threat of tariffs causes uncertainty that can have a highly damaging impact; and d. a review of Employment Insurance requirements to ensure gig workers in these industries, sometimes ineligible for this benefit, are able to access it in order for the industry to retain workers.
Staff recommendation as filed
Councillor Paula Fletcher, seconded by Mayor Olivia Chow, recommends that: 1. City Council advocate to the Provincial and Federal governments for: a. enhancements to the Ontario Production Services Tax Credit, the Ontario Computer Animation and Special Effects Tax Credit, and the Ontario Film and Television Tax Credit including mechanisms for faster payment; b. greater direct investment in domestic production through existing Federal and Provincial funds; c. access for the production and post-production industry to current or future Provincial and Federal funds supporting sectors harmed by tariffs, regardless of whether tariffs on productions are implemented, as the threat of tariffs causes uncertainty that can have a highly damaging impact; and d. a review of Employment Insurance requirements to ensure gig workers in these industries, sometimes ineligible for this benefit, are able to access it in order for the industry to retain workers.
MM30.39adopted
This motion will give the City Solicitor the authority to appeal the Committee of Adjustment's decision approving the minor variance application at 114 Restever Gate (Application A0130/25EYK); to attend the Toronto Local Appeal Body to oppose the development in the Application; to retain outside consultants as necessary; and to negotiate a resolution of the appeal. On March 5, 2025, the Applicant applied to the Committee for variances to the City-wide Zoning By-law 569-2013. The Application sought approval to construct a new detached fourplex, requesting a height of 10.33m with a parking space located in the front yard and a platform that encroaches 3.22m into the required rear yard setback. In a report from Tree Protection and Plan Review staff dated April 9, 2025, Environment, Climate and Forestry staff recommended refusal of the Application (the Staff Report is attached as Attachment 1). Environment, Climate and Forestry staff noted that approval of the requested variances may result in construction that requires the removal of healthy by-law protected trees. On May 1, 2025, the Etobicoke York District Panel of the Committee of Adjustment approved the Application, subject to two conditions. A copy of the Notice of Decision of the Committee of Adjustment is attached as Attachment 2. This matter is time sensitive and urgent as the City Solicitor has appealed the Decision to the Toronto Local Appeal Body in order to preserve the City's statutory rights and requires instruction to appeal and attend the hearing for this matter.
City Council on May 21 and 22, 2025, adopted the following: 1. City Council direct the City Solicitor to appeal the Committee of Adjustment's decision regarding 14 Restever Gate (Application A0130/25EYK) and to attend the Toronto Local Appeal Body with appropriate City Staff, in order to oppose the development proposed in application A0130/25EYK. 2. City Council authorize the City Solicitor to retain outside consultants as necessary. 3. City Council authorize the City Solicitor to attempt to negotiate a resolution of the appeal regarding 14 Restever Gate (Application A0130/25EYK), and City Council 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, Etobicoke York District.
Staff recommendation as filed
Councillor Vincent Crisanti, seconded by Councillor Frances Nunziata, recommends that: 1. City Council direct the City Solicitor to appeal the Committee of Adjustment's decision regarding 14 Restever Gate (Application A0130/25EYK) and to attend the Toronto Local Appeal Body with appropriate City Staff, in order to oppose the development proposed in application A0130/25EYK. 2. City Council authorize the City Solicitor to retain outside consultants as necessary. 3. City Council authorize the City Solicitor to attempt to negotiate a resolution of the appeal regarding 14 Restever Gate (Application A0130/25EYK), and City Council 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, Etobicoke York District.
MM30.40adopted
On April 15, 2025 the Committee of Adjustment refused Applications B0061/24TEY, A0869/24TEY, and A0870/24TEY brought by the owner of 11 Oswald Crescent for a consent to sever and two applications for minor variances. The applicant seeks to demolish the existing residential dwelling, sever the subject property into two lots, and build two new detached dwellings. Copies of the Committee's decisions are attached. The Applications require variances to City-wide Zoning By-law Number 569-2013, including but not limited to: minimum required lot area, minimum required lot frontage, maximum permitted height of side exterior main walls, and maximum permitted driveway width. This matter is time sensitive and urgent as the City Solicitor requires instructions to obtain party status in the appeal and subsequently attend the Toronto Local Appeal Body hearing which can be scheduled at any time.
City Council on May 21 and 22, 2025, adopted the following: 1. City Council authorize the City Solicitor to attend the Toronto Local Appeal Body to uphold the Committee of Adjustment's decisions regarding 11 Oswald Crescent (Applications. B0061/24TEY, A0869/24TEY, and A0870/24TEY). 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 11 Oswald Crescent (Applications B0061/24TEY, A0869/24TEY, and A0870/24TEY) and authorize the City Solicitor to resolve the matter on behalf of the City at their discretion after consultation with the Ward 15 Councillor and the Director of Community Planning, Toronto and East York.
Staff recommendation as filed
Councillor Rachel Chernos Lin, seconded by Councillor Mike Colle, recommends that: 1. City Council authorize the City Solicitor to attend the Toronto Local Appeal Body to uphold the Committee of Adjustment's decisions regarding 11 Oswald Crescent (Applications. B0061/24TEY, A0869/24TEY, and A0870/24TEY). 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 11 Oswald Crescent (Applications B0061/24TEY, A0869/24TEY, and A0870/24TEY) and authorize the City Solicitor to resolve the matter on behalf of the City at their discretion after consultation with the Ward 15 Councillor and the Director of Community Planning, Toronto and East York.
MM30.41adopted
The purpose of this Motion is to request various exemptions from Toronto Municipal Code Chapter 636 "Public Squares" and former City of Toronto Municipal Code Chapter 237, Nathan Phillips Square for Rugby in the Square. Normally, this exemption would have been included in the item TEYCC.TE20.29 - Use of Nathan Phillips Square for Various Events - May 1 - September 30, 2025, adopted by Toronto East York Community Council on February 20, 2025. Rugby Ontario hosts the Rugby in the Square tournament to engage in the spirit of competitiveness and camaraderie. Rugby in the Square is a co-ed non-contact flag rugby tournament with industry focused brackets. Each team of up to 10 players is guaranteed a minimum of 3 games. Team can participate in activations around Nathan Phillips Square from the Toronto inter-city foundation. The event will load in on May 29, 2025, from 9:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. Event timings: - May 30 from 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. If the exemption is approved by the Council, the issuance of permit and exemption for the event in this motion will be conditional on the submission of the Noise Exemption Permit. This action will comply with all other related City polices, procedure and criteria and will follow regular business practice. The reason for urgency is because this annual event that brings together people from across the city is on May 30th, 2025 and the noise exemption is required in order to ensure that the event proceeds well.
City Council on May 21 and 22, 2025, adopted the following: 1. City Council grant permission to allow for sound amplification to Rugby Ontario, which extends beyond the accepted Nathan Phillips Square amplification schedule policy hours, such policy only allowing for amplification of sound from Monday to Friday, between 12:00 p.m. and 1:30 p.m., and between 4:30 p.m. - 11:00 p.m.
Staff recommendation as filed
Deputy Mayor Ausma Malik, seconded by Councillor Chris Moise recommends that: 1. City Council grant permission to allow for sound amplification to Rugby Ontario, which extends beyond the accepted Nathan Phillips Square amplification schedule policy hours, such policy only allowing for amplification of sound from Monday to Friday, between 12:00 p.m. and 1:30 p.m., and between 4:30 p.m. - 11:00 p.m.