Toronto City Council
The full agenda, as filed
All 63 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.
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BL40.1adopted
Introduction of General Bills and Confirming Bills
City Council will introduce General Bills and Confirming Bills.
City Council on April 22 and 23, 2026 passed By-laws 332-2026 to 409-2026, subject to Section 226.9 of the City of Toronto Act, 2006.
CC40.1deferred
Payment of Legal Expenses Related to an Integrity Commissioner Investigation
The purpose of this report is for Council, in accordance with the Members of Council Operations Policy, to consider approving the reimbursement of legal fees incurred by Councillor Moise in relation to the recent Integrity Commissioner investigation.
City Council on April 22 and 23, 2026, deferred consideration of Item CC40.1 to the May 20, 21, and 22, 2026, meeting of City Council.
Staff recommendation as filed
The City Clerk recommends that: 1. City Council approve the reimbursement of legal expenses of $20,807.61 net of Harmonized Sales Tax recovery plus any interest owing to the law firm retained by Councillor Chris Moise to assist him in responding to the Integrity Commissioner's investigation.
MM40.1adopted
In 2021, Parks and Recreation Division studied the Oakwood - St. Clair neighbourhood as a priority area for new and improved parkland. This area has low parkland provision, which is expected to decline with continued residential growth. The Oakwood-St. Clair Parks Plan is a tailored local parks plan informed by community feedback that was collected through multiple online and in-person engagement activities. The Plan establishes key directions for improving the area's parks and open spaces, including expansion of existing parkland. Roseneath Park, Charles Breteton Park, and the new park at 261 Nairn Avenue are identified as priority opportunities. Future expansion of the 261 Nairn Avenue park has been secured through off-site parkland dedication. Expansion opportunities for Charles Brereton Park have not yet been secured; however seating improvements are being explored for 2026. Roseneath Park is a 2340 square metre park serving an area of very low parkland provision near Oakwood Avenue and St. Clair Avenue West. Expansion opportunities have been actively pursued through off-site parkland dedication and direct acquisitions. In December 2025, the City successfully purchased the property at 252 Winona Drive ( Delegated Approval Form 2025-123 ) to advance this goal. Off-site parkland dedications from the development at located 1500 St. Clair Avenue West have also been secured. Parks and Recreation Division is actively exploring land assembly opportunities with these secured properties to maximize expansion of Roseneath Park. This motion directs City staff to continue to prioritize Roseneath Park expansion opportunities to improve the size and functionality of this important community asset.
City Council on April 22 and 23, 2026, adopted the following: 1. City Council direct the General Manager, Parks and Recreation to continue to prioritize expansion of Roseneath Park as a key implementation action of the Oakwood-St. Clair Parks Plan.
Staff recommendation as filed
Councillor Alejandra Bravo, seconded by Councillor Josh Matlow, recommends that: 1. City Council direct the General Manager, Parks and Recreation to continue to prioritize expansion of Roseneath Park as a key implementation action of the Oakwood-St. Clair Parks Plan.
RM40.1adopted
- O Canada - Moment of Silence
CALL TO ORDER: 9:45 a.m. Speaker Nunziata took the Chair and called the Members to order. The meeting opened with O Canada. April 22, 2026 Members of Council observed a moment of silence in memory of: Clyde Henderson Clarke Sophie Constantopoulos Stephen Lewis Medhat Mahdy Barry Edmond McDermott Charlie Searle Marilyn Morrison, and Charlie Silson 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 .
CC40.2adopted
Appointment of Public Members to the Sign Variance Committee
At its meeting on April 9, 2026, the Nominating Panel - Sign Variance Committee considered Item NS4.1 and made recommendations to City Council. Summary from the report (March 24, 2026) from the City Clerk: The Nominating Panel - Sign Variance Committee will conduct interviews and recommend two candidates and a Chair to City Council for appointment to the Sign Variance Committee.
City Council on April 22 and 23, 2026, adopted the following: 1. City Council appoint the following candidates to the Sign Variance Committee for a term of office ending on April 24, 2030, and until successors are appointed: Stephen Job Farzana Jiwani 2. City Council appoint Derek Lett as Chair of the Sign Variance Committee for the remainder of his term ending December 16, 2027, and until a successor is appointed. 3. City Council direct that Confidential Attachment 1 to this Item remain confidential in its entirety as it relates to personal matters about identifiable individuals being considered for appointment to the Sign Variance Committee. Confidential Attachment 1 to Item CC40.2 remains confidential in its entirety in accordance with the provisions of the City of Toronto Act, 2006, as it relates to personal matters about identifiable individuals being considered for appointment to the Sign Variance Committee.
Staff recommendation as filed
The City Clerk transmits the Decision Letter from the Nominating Panel - Sign Variance Committee. The Nominating Panel - Sign Variance Committee recommends that: 1. City Council appoint the following candidates to the Sign Variance Committee for a term of office ending on April 24, 2030, and until successors are appointed: Stephen Job Farzana Jiwani 2. City Council appoint Derek Lett as Chair of the Sign Variance Committee for the remainder of his term ending December 16, 2027, and until a successor is appointed. The City Clerk further recommends that: 3. City Council direct that Confidential Attachment 1 to the Decision Letter (April 9, 2026) from the Nominating Panel - Sign Variance Committee remain confidential in its entirety as it relates to personal matters about identifiable individuals being considered for appointment to the Sign Variance Committee. Candidates' biographies: Farzana Jiwani Farzana brings to the position her expertise as an auditor in the Ontario College Quality Assurance Service, prior mediation experience, and as a trusted advisor in strategic planning and business development. She holds a Master's degree in Dispute Resolution from the University of Massachusetts - Boston, and a PhD in Public Policy from Carleton University. She is eager to leverage her skills and experience to contribute to her community. Stephen Job Stephen Job, a member of the American Institute of Certified Planners, is an experienced manager and adjudicator of complex regulatory matters involving land use planning, environmental compliance, provincial and federal statutes and regulations, municipal by-laws and policies, and public-sector decision-making. He applies specialized expertise, clear analysis, and respectful communication in order to deliver fair and well-reasoned outcomes to complex challenges and contested matters. Derek Lett Derek Lett is a retired Ontario Public Service executive. His extensive public sector experience includes leadership roles in line ministries, central agencies and legislative oversight agencies of the provincial government. He is a Course Director in the School of Public Policy and Administration at York University; a trained mediator, the chair of the board of directors of the Canadian Black Policy Network and a former member of City of Toronto's Committee of Adjustment (North York Panel).
MM40.2adopted
The intersection of Ossington Avenue and Dupont Street is at the center of a growing community experiencing rapid development and attracting new businesses. The surrounding area is home to a diverse mix of residents, including families with young children, seniors, and cyclists, who rely on safer streets to experience the best of their neighbourhoods. Many residents have noted that Ossington Avenue and Dupont Street is not a safe intersection, and that drivers too often speed through turns and nearly hit crossing pedestrians. The City of Toronto has already recognized Dupont Street as a priority corridor for urgent safety improvements through a complete street project that aims to enhance traffic safety and accessibility for all road users. However, as a result of changes to provincial law through Bill 212, the Dupont Complete Street project is currently paused pending review of options before additional consultation resumes. As an interim measure, the City focused efforts on quick-build intersection safety improvements beginning in October 2025. New curb extensions, curb radius reductions, bright pavement markings, and bollards are now at intersections on Dupont Street, between St. Clarens Avenue and Manning Avenue. These measures are slowing speeding vehicles, reducing crossing distances, and improving visibility for crossing pedestrians. To further address resident concerns, the City's Transportation Services Division recommends additional improvements to the pedestrian crossing at Ossington Avenue and Dupont Street to enhance safety. This motion will authorize the installation of signage requiring southbound drivers to yield before turning right onto Dupont Street. This cost-effective measure will build on existing improvements that are reducing turning speeds and improving safety for all road users.
City Council on April 22 and 23, 2026, adopted the following: 1. City Council authorize the installation of pedestrian crossover signage at the right-turn channel at the northwest corner of the intersection of Ossington Avenue and Dupont Street. 2. City Council authorize yield control on the right-turn channel at the northwest corner of the intersection of Ossington Avenue and Dupont Street.
Staff recommendation as filed
Councillor Alejandra Bravo, seconded by Councillor Dianne Saxe, recommends that: 1. City Council authorize the installation of pedestrian crossover signage at the right-turn channel at the northwest corner of the intersection of Ossington Avenue and Dupont Street. 2. City Council authorize yield control on the right-turn channel at the northwest corner of the intersection of Ossington Avenue and Dupont Street.
RM40.2adopted
City Council will confirm the Minutes from the regular meeting held on March 25 and 26, 2026.
City Council confirmed the minutes from the regular meeting held on March 25 and 26, 2026.
CC40.3adopted
Appointment of Public Members to the Administrative Penalty Tribunal
At its meeting on April 7 and 9, 2026, the Nominating Panel - Administrative Penalty Tribunal considered Item NM5.1 and made recommendations to City Council. Summary from the report (March 25, 2026) from the City Clerk: The Nominating Panel - Administrative Penalty Tribunal will conduct interviews and recommend thirteen candidates, including one as Chair, to City Council for appointment to the Administrative Penalty Tribunal.
City Council on April 22 and 23, 2026, adopted the following: 1. City Council appoint the following candidates to the Administrative Penalty Tribunal for a term of office ending April 25, 2030, and until successors are appointed: Barbara Cappell Hillary Cook Anne Gottlieb Diane Hall Paulette Haynes Gavin Leeb Taivi Lobu Shirley Nguyen Emile Ramlochan Janet Ross Chantelle Russell Paul Sommerville 2. City Council appoint Paul Sommerville as Chair of the Administrative Penalty Tribunal for a term of office ending April 25, 2030, and until a successor is appointed. 3. City Council direct that Confidential Attachment 1 to this Item remain confidential in its entirety as it relates to personal matters about identifiable individuals being considered for appointment to the Administrative Penalty Tribunal. Confidential Attachment 1 to Item CC40.3 remains confidential in its entirety in accordance with the provisions of the City of Toronto Act, 2006, as it relates to personal matters about identifiable individuals being considered for appointment to the Administrative Penalty Tribunal.
Staff recommendation as filed
The City Clerk transmits the Decision Letter from the Nominating Panel - Administrative Penalty Tribunal. The Nominating Panel - Administrative Penalty Tribunal recommends that: 1. City Council appoint the following candidates to the Administrative Penalty Tribunal for a term of office ending April 25, 2030, and until successors are appointed: Barbara Cappell Hillary Cook Anne Gottlieb Diane Hall Paulette Haynes Gavin Leeb Taivi Lobu Shirley Nguyen Emile Ramlochan Janet Ross Chantelle Russell Paul Sommerville 2. City Council appoint Paul Sommerville as Chair of the Administrative Penalty Tribunal for a term of office ending April 25, 2030, and until a successor is appointed. The City Clerk further recommends that: 3. City Council direct that Confidential Attachment 1 to the Decision Letter (April 7 and 9, 2026) from the Nominating Panel - Administrative Penalty Tribunal remain confidential in its entirety as it relates to personal matters about identifiable individuals being considered for appointment to the Administrative Penalty Tribunal. Candidates' biographies: Barbara Cappell Barbara Cappell is a retired lawyer and qualified adjudicator. Before becoming a lawyer, she earned a master's degree in psychology and worked in educational research. After being called to the Bar in 1983, she worked in private practice for several years until she joined the Legal Department of the City of Toronto in 1991, where she worked until retiring in 2016. After retiring, she qualified as an adjudicator and worked for 5 years as a part-time Vice-Chair at the Workplace Safety and Insurance Appeals Tribunal. She was first appointed to the Administrative Penalty Tribunal in 2021. Hillary Cook Hilary Cook brings over 20 years of experience litigating before boards and tribunals in labour, employment, and human rights contexts to her practice as a mediator and arbitrator. She holds certificates in Adjudication for Administrative Agencies, Boards and Tribunals, and in Dispute Resolution. She has taught University level courses in Educational Law, Ethics, and Professional Conduct, Employment and Labour Law, and Employment Mediation. She sits on the executives of the Ontario Bar Association's ADR, Education Law, and Labour and Employment sections where she is also the Continuing Professional Development liaison. She is committed to fairness and to enhancing access to justice for everyone. She is fluent in English and French. Anne Gottlieb Anne Gottlieb is an adjudicator and mediator experienced in the delivery of online services. She serves on the Condominium Authority Tribunal and is on the Board of Directors of the Society of Adjudicators and Regulators (SOAR). Anne has been involved in many charitable and not for profit organizations. She holds the following degrees: Hons. B.A., LL.B., LL.M. (ADR). Diane Hall Diane Hall is a bilingual professional with significant community service and employment experience relating to human rights, family violence and Ontario's Indigenous people. She has adjudicated appeals for municipal government tribunals and appeal bodies for eleven years. She is also an accomplished dispute resolution specialist achieved through nineteen years experience doing mediation and appeals resolution for the Information and Privacy Commissioner of Ontario and Ombudsman Ontario. Diane Hall is a Certified Information Privacy Professional (CIPP/C)and holds the Advanced Certificate in Adjudication from Osgoode Hall Law School/SOAR and the Dispute Resolution Certificate from the University of Windsor Law School. She is a registered member of the International Association of Privacy Professionals, Ontario's College of Social Workers, and a member of the Society for Ontario Adjudicators and Regulators (SOAR). Paulette Haynes Paulette S. Haynes received her Bachelor of Social Science in Political Science from the University of Ottawa and her Bachelor of Laws from Osgoode Hall Law School. She started her own law practice shortly after she was called to the Bar of Ontario in 1994. Ms. Haynes has appeared before all levels of court in Ontario, the Federal Court of Canada, the Tax Court of Canada, and various administrative tribunals. She is also a trained mediator and former By-law Prosecutor with the City of Toronto. Gavin Leeb Gavin Leeb was the Legal Director of a large national social justice organization from 2016 until 2023 when he commenced early retirement to pursue other interests. He started with the organization as a staff lawyer in 2008 after being in private practice as a sole practitioner for five years. Prior to attending law school, Gavin worked as an advocate elsewhere in the social justice community. Over the course of his career Gavin was a dedicated litigator who regularly appeared before statutory and ad hoc administrative tribunals and in the Courts. Gavin has lived in Toronto his entire life and maintained an active local presence having coached minor league hockey in a number of programs over a period of 20 plus years. He continues to contribute to civic life through participation in a variety of other community activities. Gavin holds an M.I.R. and a LL.B. from the University of Toronto and a B.A. (C. Hons.) from McMaster University. He was called to the Ontario Bar in 2002. Taivi Lobu With a rich history of community-based activity and with legal clinics, Taivi has played an active role in many Toronto neighbourhoods. She has served as the Executive Director of both Community Legal Education Ontario and of the Ontario Justice Education Network. In addition to a law practice, Taivi has had a long career as an adjudicator - primarily with the Health Professions and Health Services Appeal and Review Boards and later, with the Licence Appeal Tribunal. She has been a speaker and multi-year contributor with many justice sector organizations, including the Society for Ontario Adjudicators and Regulators and the Council of Canadian Administrative Tribunals. In 2025 Taivi was awarded the SOAR medal for her contributions to administrative justice. She supports many local initiatives, including Scarborough's Acoustic Harvest, the Cabbagetown Community Arts Centre and Doors Open Toronto. Shirley Nguyen Shirley Nguyen is an adjudicator and dispute resolution professional with extensive experience in administrative justice. She holds a Master of Laws (LL.M.) in Dispute Resolution from Osgoode Hall Law School. In addition to her leadership roles and contributions to legal education, Ms. Nguyen has also volunteered with non-profit organizations in mediation and education through community-based initiatives. Emile Ramlochan Emile Ramlochan has held numerous appointments with administrative decision-making bodies created at the federal, provincial, and municipal levels of government. His roles included serving as an adjudicator, arbitrator, tribunal member, mediator, ombudsman investigator, and dispute resolution professional. Currently, he holds a Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) degree from York University and is a graduate of Osgoode Hall Law School holding three Master of Laws (L.L.M.) degrees in Dispute Resolution, Health Law, and Administrative Law. Janet Ross Janet Ross is a graduate of the University of Manitoba, where she earned a Bachelor of Arts degree. She is also a graduate of Osgoode Hall Law and completed the Ontario Bar Admission Course. She practiced law in the private sector before joining the Immigration and Refugee Board of Canada, Hearings Determination Division as a Tribunal Officer and Analyst until retiring in 2019. She was appointed to the Sign Variance Committee in 2022 and became Chair in 2024. She completed her service on the Committee in 2026. Chantelle Russell Chantelle Russell is a Licensed Paralegal and Hearing Officer with extensive experience in administrative decision-making and adjudication. She currently serves as a Resolution Officer with the Canadian Transportation Agency, a federal quasi-judicial tribunal, where she analyzes evidence, interprets legislation, and issues fair and impartial decisions. She also serves as a Hearing Officer for the City of Markham's Administrative Monetary Penalty System, conducting hearings in accordance with the Statutory Powers Procedure Act. Chantelle is the owner of TR at Law Paralegal Services and has previously held investigative and adjudicative roles with Service Canada in Employment Insurance programs. She has served as Vice President of CEIU Local 569 and as a Racism and Diversity Facilitator with the Canada School of Public Service. Chantelle is committed to promoting accessibility, fairness, and integrity in administrative justice. Paul Sommerville An experienced regulatory professional, with extensive experience in adjudication and policy development. As an executive has led a variety of organizations through evolving mandates, and regulatory environments.
MM40.3adopted
This motion seeks to re-open and amend City Council Item 2025.NY28.10 - Assumption of Services, Registered Plan 66M‑2520, 2925 Keele Street (Stanley Greene Block G) Subdivision, which was adopted by City Council on December 16 and 17, 2025. A typographical error was identified in the title and recommendations of the item, incorrectly referencing Registered Plan 66M‑2520 instead of the correct Registered Plan 66M‑2554. As a result of this error, Legal Services is unable to prepare and enact the Assumption By-law required to formally assume the municipal services and public highways. The proposed amendments correct the registered plan number throughout the decision to ensure consistency with the actual subdivision registration. These corrections will allow Legal Services to proceed with the Assumption By-law, authorize the assumption of municipal services and public highways within the subdivision Registered Plan 66M‑2554, and enable the transfer of ownership of the street lighting system to Toronto Hydro Energy Services Inc. Requires Re-opening: North York Community Council Item 2025.NY28.10 (December 16 and 17, 2025 Council Meeting), only as it pertains to the number of the registered plan.
City Council on April 22 and 23, 2026, adopted the following: 1. City Council amend its previous decision on Item 2025.NY28.10 by: a. deleting the words in Part 1 "Plan of Subdivision 66M-2520" and replacing them with the words "Plan of Subdivision 66M-2554", so that Part 1 now reads as follows: 1. City Council assume the municipal services relating to Plan of Subdivision 66M-2554; b. deleting the words in Part 3 "Plan of Subdivision 66M-2520" and replacing them with the words "Plan of Subdivision 66M-2554", so that Part 3 now reads as follows: 3. City Council authorize and direct the City Solicitor to prepare an assumption By-law to assume the public highway within Plan of Subdivision 66M-2554 and to bring it forward for enactment; and c. deleting the words in Part 5 "Plan of Subdivision 66M-2520" and replacing them with the words "Plan of Subdivision 66M-2554", so that Part 5 now reads as follows: 5. City Council authorize the appropriate City Officials to transfer ownership of the street lighting system constructed within Plan of Subdivision 66M-2554 to Toronto Hydro Energy Services Inc.
Staff recommendation as filed
Councillor James Pasternak, seconded by Councillor Jon Burnside, recommends that: 1. City Council amend its previous decision on Item 2025.NY28.10 by: a. deleting the words in Part 1 "Plan of Subdivision 66M-2520" and replacing them with the words "Plan of Subdivision 66M-2554", so that Part 1 now reads as follows: 1. City Council assume the municipal services relating to Plan of Subdivision 66M-2554; b. deleting the words in Part 3 "Plan of Subdivision 66M-2520" and replacing them with the words "Plan of Subdivision 66M-2554", so that Part 3 now reads as follows: 3. City Council authorize and direct the City Solicitor to prepare an assumption By-law to assume the public highway within Plan of Subdivision 66M-2554 and to bring it forward for enactment; and c. deleting the words in Part 5 "Plan of Subdivision 66M-2520" and replacing them with the words "Plan of Subdivision 66M-2554", so that Part 5 now reads as follows: 5. City Council authorize the appropriate City Officials to transfer ownership of the street lighting system constructed within Plan of Subdivision 66M-2554 to Toronto Hydro Energy Services Inc.
RM40.3adopted
Introduction of Committee Reports and New Business from City Officials
Report of the Executive Committee from Meeting 30 on April 15, 2026 Submitted by Mayor Olivia Chow, Chair Report of the Civic Appointments Committee from Meeting 34 on April 17, 2026 Submitted by Councillor Lily Cheng, Chair Report of the Corporations Nominating Panel from Meeting 28 on April 8, 2026 Submitted by Councillor Paula Fletcher, Chair Report of the Economic and Community Development Committee from Meeting 27 on April 9, 2026 Submitted by Councillor Alejandra Bravo, Chair Report of the General Government Committee from Meeting 28 on April 8, 2026 Submitted by Councillor Paul Ainslie, Chair Report of the Infrastructure and Environment Committee from Meeting 28 on April 7, 2026 Submitted by Councillor Paula Fletcher, Chair Report of the Planning and Housing Committee from Meeting 29 on April 14, 2026 Submitted by Councillor Gord Perks, Chair Report of the Etobicoke York Community Council from Meeting 30 on March 31, 2026 Submitted by Councillor Stephen Holyday, Chair Report of the North York Community Council from Meeting 31 on March 31, 2026 Submitted by Councillor James Pasternak, Chair Report of the Scarborough Community Council from Meeting 30 on April 1, 2026 Submitted by Councillor Nick Mantas, Vice Chair Report of the Toronto and East York Community Council from Meeting 31 on April 1, 2026 Submitted by Councillor Chris Moise, Chair New Business from City Officials
Committee Reports and New Business were presented to City Council for consideration.
CC40.4adopted
At its meeting on March 25 and 26, 2026, City Council requested the City Solicitor to report to its April 22, 23 and 24, 2026 meeting on potential legal options to defend the City of Toronto's interests, including property ownership, in the Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport lands and other important City-owned Waterfront lands. Confidential Attachment 1 provides further information and advice regarding potential legal options.
City Council on April 22 and 23, 2026, adopted the following: 1. City Council direct that Confidential Attachment 1 to the report (April 15, 2026) from the City Solicitor remain confidential in its entirety as it contains advice that is subject to solicitor-client privilege and information about litigation or potential litigation that affects the City. Confidential Attachment 1 to the report (April 15, 2026) 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 information about litigation or potential litigation that affects the City.
Staff recommendation as filed
The City Solicitor recommends that: 1. City Council direct that the confidential information contained in Confidential Attachment 1 remain confidential in its entirety as it contains advice which is subject to solicitor-client privilege and information about litigation or potential litigation that affects the City.
MM40.4adopted
An application has been submitted to the Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario for a liquor licence at the premises at 1666 St. Clair Avenue West operating under the name Sporting Clube Portugues de Toronto. The application is for an indoor and outdoor area. This Motion requests that City Council advise the Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario that this application for a liquor licence is not in the public interest unless certain conditions, addressing the concerns of the community, are attached to the licence. This premises is located in close proximity to residential units. There are concerns related to noise, litter, safety, and other potential disturbances to residents in the area. If conditions are put in place, these concerns may be mitigated. Under no circumstance should the establishment be granted a liquor sales license without conditions attached.
City Council on April 22 and 23, 2026, adopted the following: 1. City Council direct the City Clerk to advise the Registrar of the Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario that the issuance of a liquor licence for Sporting Clube Portugues de Toronto, 1666 St. Clair Avenue West is not in the public interest having regard to the needs and wishes of the residents unless conditions are placed on the licence, and that the Registrar should issue a Proposal to Review the liquor licence application. 2. City Council request the Licence Appeal Tribunal to provide the City of Toronto with an opportunity to be made party to any proceedings with respect to Sporting Clube Portugues de Toronto, 1666 St. Clair Avenue West. 3. City Council authorize the City Solicitor to attend all proceedings before the Licence Appeal Tribunal in this matter and direct the City Solicitor to take all necessary actions to give effect to City Council's decision, including adding conditions to any liquor licence issued for Sporting Clube Portugues de Toronto, 1666 St. Clair Avenue West, in consultation with the Ward Councillor.
Staff recommendation as filed
Councillor Alejandra Bravo, seconded by Councillor Gord Perks, recommends that: 1. City Council direct the City Clerk to advise the Registrar of the Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario that the issuance of a liquor licence for Sporting Clube Portugues de Toronto, 1666 St. Clair Avenue West is not in the public interest having regard to the needs and wishes of the residents unless conditions are placed on the licence, and that the Registrar should issue a Proposal to Review the liquor licence application. 2. City Council request that the Licence Appeal Tribunal provide the City of Toronto with an opportunity to be made party to any proceedings with respect to the Premises. 3. City Council authorize the City Solicitor to attend all proceedings before the Licence Appeal Tribunal in this matter and be directed to take all necessary actions so as to give effect to this Motion, including adding conditions to any liquor licence issued for the Premises, in consultation with the Ward Councillor.
RM40.4received
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.
CC40.5amended
On July 22, 2024, the Ontario Land Tribunal issued a decision in respect of a settlement of appeals filed by First Capital Realty Inc. from City Council's failure to make a decision on its applications for an Official Plan Amendment and a Zoning By-law Amendment for the lands municipally known as 34 to 70 Montgomery Avenue. The Ontario Land Tribunal withheld its final order on the Appeals pending the Applicant's satisfaction of various conditions. The Ontario Land Tribunal decision is attached as Public Attachment 2. On March 30, 2026, the City Solicitor's office received a letter from the solicitor for the new owner of the Site, Graywood Montgomery Limited Partnership, wherein the Owner seeks City Council's consent to file a review request of the Tribunal's July 22, 2024 decision to proceed with a revised proposal. The letter is attached as Public Attachment 1. The City Solicitor requires further directions in respect of the Owner's request for consent to file a review request of the July 22, 2024 decision with the Tribunal.
City Council on April 22 and 23, 2026, adopted the following: 1. City Council adopt the confidential instructions to staff in Confidential Attachment 1 to motion 1. 2. City Council adopt the confidential instructions to staff in Confidential Attachment 1 to the report (April 8, 2026) from the City Solicitor, as amended by motion 1. 3. City Council authorize the public release of the confidential instructions to staff in Confidential Attachment 1 to motion 1 and in Confidential Attachment 1 to the report (April 8, 2026) from the City Solicitor, as amended by motion 1. 4. City Council direct that the balance of Confidential Attachment 1 to the report (April 8, 2026) from the City Solicitor remain confidential at the discretion of the City Solicitor, as it contains advice that is subject to solicitor-client privilege. The confidential instructions to staff in Confidential Attachment 1 to motion 1, were adopted by City Council and are now public as follows: 1. City Council consent to Graywood Montgomery Limited Partnership filing a request to review the Ontario Land Tribunal's decision of July 22, 2024, with respect to the appeals of the Official Plan Amendment and Zoning By-law Amendment Applications for 34-70 Montgomery Avenue (OLT-23-000647), pursuant to Rule 25.8 of the Tribunal's Rules of Practice and Procedure. The confidential instructions to staff in Confidential Attachment 1 to the report (April 8, 2026) from the City Solicitor, as amended by motion 1, were adopted by City Council and are now public as follows: 1. City Council authorize the City Solicitor to take all necessary and reasonable actions to implement City Council's decision. The balance of Confidential Attachment 1 to the report (April 8, 2026) from the City Solicitor remains confidential at this time in accordance with the provisions of the City of Toronto Act, 2006, as it contains advice that is subject to solicitor-client privilege. The balance of Confidential Attachment 1 to the report (April 8, 2026) from the City Solicitor will be made public at the discretion of the City Solicitor.
Staff recommendation as filed
The City Solicitor recommends that: 1. City Council adopt the recommendations contained in Confidential Attachment 1 to this report from the City Solicitor. 2. City Council authorize the public release of the confidential recommendations contained in Confidential Attachment 1 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.
MM40.5adopted
Applications brought before the Committee of Adjustment are considered based on their adherence to the four tests as provided by the Planning Act: is the application minor, is the change desirable for the appropriate development of the site and neighbouring lands, does it maintain the intent and purpose of the zoning bylaw, and does it maintain the intent and purpose of the official plan. There are a range of materials that are submitted to accompany a Committee of Adjustment application, such as letters or petitions of support or opposition. While these materials may not directly impact the four tests, they may nonetheless raise points of consideration and provide context for the Committee's review of the application. It is important that efforts are made to verify these materials and ensure the accuracy of information presented to the Committee of Adjustment.
City Council on April 22 and 23, 2026, adopted the following: 1. City Council request the Executive Director, Development Review to report back to City Council in the first quarter of 2027 on the procedures in place to verify the accuracy of supporting documentation submitted to the Committee of Adjustment, including any recommendations for process improvements to address inaccurate supporting documentation.
Staff recommendation as filed
Councillor Rachel Chernos Lin, seconded by Councillor Alejandra Bravo, recommends that: 1. City Council request the Executive Director, Development Review to report back to City Council in the first quarter of 2027 on the procedures in place to verify the accuracy of supporting documentation submitted to the Committee of Adjustment, including any recommendations for process improvements to address inaccurate supporting documentation.
RM40.5received
Members of Council may file petitions.
City Council on April 22 and 23, 2026, received the following petition for information: 1. Petition headed "Applegrove Deserves a Permanent Home" submitted by Councillor Paula Fletcher, Ward 14 - Toronto-Danforth, containing the signatures of approximately 855 persons.
CC40.6adopted
2461 to 2475 Dundas Street West - Ontario Land Tribunal Hearing - Request for Directions
On July 24, 2024, the City received a Zoning By-law Amendment application for 2461 to 2475 Dundas Street West to permit the construction of a 29-storey mixed-use building. The application proposed a total of 288 residential units, including nine replacement rental units, and an overall gross floor area of 19,645 square metres, with 360 square metres of ground-floor retail space. At its meeting of November 13 and 14, 2024, City Council refused the application. The applicant appealed City Council's refusal of the Zoning By-law Amendment application, to the Ontario Land Tribunal on December 4, 2024. The City Solicitor requires further directions on this matter as it is under appeal at the Ontario Land Tribunal.
City Council on April 22 and 23, 2026, adopted the following: 1. City Council adopt the confidential instructions to staff in Confidential Attachment 1 to the report (April 8, 2026) from the City Solicitor. 2. City Council authorize the public release of the confidential instructions to staff in Confidential Attachment 1 and Confidential Appendices A and B to the report (April 8, 2026) from the City Solicitor. 3. City Council direct that the balance of Confidential Attachment 1 to the report (April 8, 2026) from the City Solicitor remain confidential at the discretion of the City Solicitor, as it contains advice that is subject to solicitor-client privilege. The confidential instructions to staff in Confidential Attachment 1 to the report (April 8, 2026) from the City Solicitor were adopted by City Council and are now public as follows: 1. City Council accept the without prejudice offer to settle dated April 7, 2026 set out in Confidential Appendix A to the report (April 8, 2026) from the City Solicitor and direct the City Solicitor to attend at the Ontario Land Tribunal in support of the settlement. 2. City Council instruct the City Solicitor to request the Ontario Land Tribunal to withhold its Order on the Zoning By-law Amendment until the City Solicitor has advised that: a. the final form and content of the draft Zoning By-law Amendment is satisfactory to the Executive Director, Development Review and the City Solicitor; b. City Council has approved Rental Housing Demolition Application 24 187124 STE 04 RH under Chapter 667 of the Toronto Municipal Code pursuant to Section 111 of the City of Toronto Act, 2006, to permit the demolition of the existing rental dwelling units, and the owner has entered into, and registered on title to the lands, one or more agreements with the City, to the satisfaction of the City Solicitor and the Chief Planner and Executive Director, City Planning, securing all rental housing-related matters necessary to implement City Council's decision, including: i. replacement of the existing nine rental dwelling units, including the same number of units, bedroom type and size, and with similar rents; and ii. an acceptable Tenant Relocation and Assistance Plan addressing the right for existing tenants to return to a replacement rental unit on the lands at similar rents, the provision of rent gap assistance, and other assistance to lessen hardship, all to the satisfaction of the Chief Planner and Executive Director, City Planning; c. the owner has submitted revised Functional Servicing, Stormwater Management, and Hydrogeological Reports for review and acceptance to the satisfaction of the Director, Engineering Review; the reports will determine whether the municipal water and fire flow, sanitary and storm sewer capacity can support the proposed development and whether upgrades or improvements of the existing municipal infrastructure are required; d. the owner has entered into a financially secured agreement for the construction of any improvements to the municipal infrastructure, should it be determined that upgrades and road improvements are required to support the development, according to the Transportation Impact Study accepted by the General Manager, Transportation Services and the Functional Servicing Report accepted by the Director, Engineering Review; e. the owner has provided a revised Transportation Impact Study to the satisfaction of the General Manager, Transportation Services; and f. the owner has submitted a revised Compatibility Mitigation and Noise and Vibration Studies for peer review, at the owner's sole expense, to the satisfaction of the Chief Planner and Executive Director, City Planning. 3. City Council authorize the City Solicitor to take all necessary and reasonable actions to implement City Council's decision. Confidential Appendices A and B to the report (April 8, 2026) from the City Solicitor are now public and can be accessed under Background Information (City Council). The balance of Confidential Attachment 1 to the report (April 8, 2026) from the City Solicitor remains confidential at this time in accordance with the provisions of the City of Toronto Act, 2006, as it contains advice that is subject to solicitor-client privilege. The balance of Confidential Attachment 1 to the report (April 8, 2026) from the City Solicitor will be made public at the discretion of the City Solicitor.
Staff recommendation as filed
The City Solicitor recommends that: 1. City Council adopt the recommendations contained in Confidential Attachment 1 to this report from the City Solicitor. 2. City Council authorize the public release of the confidential recommendations contained in Confidential Attachment 1, along with the entirety of Confidential Appendix A and Confidential Appendix 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.
MM40.6adopted
Since 2023, permissions for multiplexes have existed in neighbourhoods across Toronto. In the years since, the City has monitored the rollout of duplexes, triplexes and fourplexes citywide to identify issues, address challenges and improve the City's approach to their implementation. This approach has already resulted in a range of improvements to our multiplex by-laws, responding directly to situations that were not anticipated in the initially adopted permissions. An issue as-of-yet unaddressed in the City's approach to multiplexes arises from the definition of "duplex" as it currently exists, which is a subset of the broader "houseplex" definition. Houseplexes are entitled to expanded permissions beyond what would typically be allowed for a single-family dwelling, or a detached dwelling with a secondary suite, including relaxed restrictions for height and setbacks. To meet the definition of a duplex, an applicant must only provide two units on separate levels. No requirements are in place for proportionality between the units in a multiplex, or for minimum unit size beyond what is prescribed in the Ontario Building Code. Notably, this definition is almost indistinguishable from existing "secondary suite" permissions, which are proposed to be harmonized under houseplex permissions. In practice this has resulted in applications where a minimal secondary dwelling is proposed in the basement of a home, effectively allowing for a larger home than would typically be permitted for a single-family detached building. Where the City's multiplex policy intends to deliver multiple livable units on lots throughout the City, the lack of clarity around expectations for duplexes results in builds that in some cases do not deliver more than could be accommodated through the existing secondary suite permissions, while receiving the benefit of relaxed restrictions intended to provide more substantial living space. Reviewing our approach to duplexes will help to align the City's policy with intended outcomes. If applicants are granted permissions for larger buildings as a result of the inclusion of a second unit, those permissions should be justified by the unit's scale or proportionality to the primary dwelling unit. Buildings with secondary units achieving the bare minimum required under the Ontario Building Code do not warrant expanded building envelopes and should continue to be regulated under secondary suite permissions.
City Council on April 22 and 23, 2026, adopted the following: 1. City Council request the Chief Planner and Executive Director, City Planning, to provide clarification on what constitutes a "duplex" versus a secondary suite under the City-wide Zoning By-law, including recommendations on minimum unit size or proportionality between dwelling units to uphold the intent of multiplexes and potential updates to secondary suite definition and permissions to reflect distinctions between the two forms, in their upcoming Multiplex Monitoring Program report. 2. City Council request the Chief Planner and Executive Director, City Planning, in consultation with the Chief Building Official and Executive Director, Toronto Building, to explore the ability to track whether secondary units created under duplex permissions are retained post-construction through the Multiplex Monitoring Program report.
Staff recommendation as filed
Councillor Rachel Chernos Lin, seconded by Councillor James Pasternak, recommends that: 1. City Council request the Chief Planner and Executive Director, City Planning, to provide clarification on what constitutes a "duplex" versus a secondary suite under the City-wide Zoning By-law, including recommendations on minimum unit size or proportionality between dwelling units to uphold the intent of multiplexes and potential updates to secondary suite definition and permissions to reflect distinctions between the two forms, in their upcoming Multiplex Monitoring Program report. 2. City Council request the Chief Planner and Executive Director, City Planning, in consultation with the Chief Building Official and Executive Director, Toronto Building, to explore the ability to track whether secondary units created under duplex permissions are retained post-construction through the Multiplex Monitoring Program report.
RM40.6received
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 April 22 and 23, 2026. April 22, 2026 Speaker Nunziata, during the morning session of the meeting, called upon Mayor Chow to recognize National Poetry Month. Mayor Chow addressed City Council in celebration of National Poetry Month and welcomed Lillian Allen, Toronto's Poet Laureate and Shahaddah Jack, Toronto's Youth Poet Laureate to the Chamber. Lillian Allen addressed City Council and read her poem "My Toronto - Poetic Gesture." Shahaddah Jack addressed City Council and read her poem "Not Okay." Councillor Morely, during the morning session of the meeting, in her capacity as City Council's Youth Champion, advised Members of Council about work that is underway at the City of Toronto to support youth employment and jobs, and acknowledged the Federal Government's creation of summer jobs through the Canada Summer Jobs program. Councillor Cheng, during the morning session of the meeting, welcomed students from the grade 4 gifted class at Steelesview Public School and their teacher, Joanne Kim, who were present in the Council Chamber. Councillor Saxe, during the morning session of the meeting, wished Members of Council a happy Earth Day, and invited Members to attend a lunch she would be hosting for Dr. Melanie Woodin, President of the University of Toronto, and senior members of the University of Toronto team, in the Members' Lounge. April 23, 2026 Speaker Nunziata, during the morning session of the meeting, called upon Mayor Chow to recognize National Volunteer Week and the 2026 recipients of the Toronto Community Champion Award. Mayor Chow addressed City Council and acknowledged the week of April 19 to 25 as National Volunteer Week. Mayor Chow recognized 25 organizations as the 2026 recipients of the Toronto Community Champion Award, which will be presented at a ceremony next month. Mayor Chow invited the representatives of the organizations who were present in the Council Chamber to stand and be recognized, and introduced a short video about the Toronto Community Champion Award. Mayor Chow, during the morning session of the meeting, recognized the 8th anniversary of the April 23, 2018, Yonge Street tragedy, where 11 people were killed and 15 others were injured. Mayor Chow gave remarks to remember those who died and to honour the courage and compassion shown that day by the first responders, and announced that work is underway to create a permanent memorial at Olive Square Park. Councillor Cheng, during the morning session of the meeting, gave remarks to commemorate the Yonge Street tragedy. City Council observed a moment of silence and reflection to honour those who lost their lives, or were injured and impacted by this tragic event Councillor Myers, during the morning session of the meeting, advised Members of Council about a national engineering event at Lester B. Pearson Collegiate Institute in Ward 23 - Scarbrough North that took place on March 26, 2026, and was supported by staff from the City's engineering and construction services division Councillor Chernos Lin, during the morning session of the meeting, welcomed students from the grades 4 and 5 gifted classes at Denlow Public School who were present in the Council Chamber. Councillor Shan, during the afternoon session of the meeting, welcomed the Nepalese Canadian Community Services leadership who were present in the Council Chamber, and advised Members of Council about the annual Himalayan Mela event that they host, which will be held at Nathan Phillips Square on August 8, 2026.
CC40.7amended
110 Sheppard Avenue East - Ontario Land Tribunal Hearing - Request for Directions
An application to amend the Official Plan and Zoning By-law to permit the construction of a 49-storey residential building and 53-storey mixed-use building at 110 Sheppard Avenue East was received. The proposal contains 1,313 residential market-based condominium units and has a total residential gross floor area of 77,968.55 square metres. A 362.16 square metre retail unit fronting Sheppard Avenue East is provided on the ground floor of the 53-storey building. The overall proposal results in a density of 16.88 times the area of the lot. A total of 169 residential parking spaces are provided including 15 visitor parking spaces. The Applicant appealed City Council's neglect or failure to make a decision on its applications for the Official Plan Amendment and Zoning By-law Amendment and Draft Plan of Subdivision to the Ontario Land Tribunal. The Ontario Land Tribunal has set this matter down for a hearing commencing July 20, 2026. The City Solicitor requires further direction as the hearing will start in July 2026.
City Council on April 22 and 23, 2026, adopted the following: 1. City Council adopt the confidential instructions to staff in Confidential Attachment 1 to the report (April 8, 2026) from the City Solicitor, as amended by motion 1. 2. City Council authorize the public release of the confidential instructions to staff in Confidential Attachment 1 to the report (April 8, 2026) from the City Solicitor as amended by motion 1, Confidential Appendices A and B to the report (April 8, 2026) from the City Solicitor, and Confidential Appendix A to motion 1. 3. City Council direct that the balance of Confidential Attachment 1 to the report (April 8, 2026) from the City Solicitor remain confidential at the discretion of the City Solicitor, as it contains advice that is subject to solicitor-client privilege. The confidential instructions to staff in Confidential Attachment 1 to the report (April 8, 2026) from the City Solicitor, as amended by motion 1, were adopted by City Council and are now public as follows: 1. City Council accept the without prejudice offer to settle dated April 7, 2026, as set out in Confidential Appendix A to the report (April 8, 2026) from the City Solicitor, as amended by the without prejudice letter dated April 22, 2026, attached as Confidential Appendix A to motion 1, and the settlement plans as set out in Confidential Appendix B to the report (April 8, 2026) from the City Solicitor and direct the City Solicitor to attend at the Ontario Land Tribunal in support of the settlement, subject to the conditions set out below: a. the final form and content of the draft Official Plan Amendment and Zoning By-law Amendments are to the satisfaction of the City Solicitor and the Executive Director, Development Review; b. City Council approve that in accordance with Section 42 of the Planning Act prior to the issuance of the first above grade building permit, the Owner shall convey to the City, an on-site parkland dedication, having a minimum size of 436.74 square metres, to the satisfaction of the Executive Director, Development Review and the City Solicitor; c. City Council approve the acceptance of on-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; d. 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 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; and e. the Owner submits an updated Transportation Impact Study report, which will include information on any outstanding comments not addressed to the satisfaction of the General Manager, Transportation Services. 2. City Council authorize the City Solicitor to take all necessary actions to implement City Council's decision. Confidential Appendices A and B to the report (April 8, 2026) from the City Solicitor are now public and can be accessed under Background Information (City Council). Confidential Appendix A to motion 1 is now public and can be accessed under Background Information (City Council). The balance of Confidential Attachment 1 to the report (April 8, 2026) from the City Solicitor remains confidential at this time in accordance with the provisions of the City of Toronto Act, 2006, as it contains advice that is subject to solicitor-client privilege. The balance of Confidential Attachment 1 to the report (April 8, 2026) from the City Solicitor will be made public at the discretion of the City Solicitor.
Staff recommendation as filed
The City Solicitor recommends that: 1. City Council adopt the recommendations contained in Confidential Attachment 1 to this report from the City Solicitor. 2. City Council authorize the public release of the confidential recommendations contained in Confidential Attachment 1, along with the entirety of Confidential Appendix A and Confidential Appendix 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.
MM40.7adopted
Early age onset cancers are an increasing concern among Canadians, with rates of diagnosis increasing significantly in Canadians born after 1980 than in earlier generations. Late diagnosis can complicate outcomes for patients, compromising treatment options and leading to poorer outcomes compared to those over the age of 50, who are more regularly screened for cancer. The Colorectal Cancer Resource and Action Network, a Toronto-based patient focused-organization leading support, education and advocacy efforts for all Canadians impacted by cancer, is a leader in awareness for those diagnosed at an early age. On November 19 and 20, 2026, Colorectal Cancer Resource and Action Network will be hosting its 6 th annual Early Age Onset Cancer Symposium, connecting patients, experts and policymakers to support young Canadians battling this disease. By proclaiming November 19 as Early Age Onset Cancer Awareness Day, City Council can help raise awareness of this critical issue and affirm our commitment to supporting those affected by cancer in Toronto, and across Canada more broadly.
City Council on April 22 and 23, 2026, adopted the following: 1. City Council proclaim November 19 as Early Age Onset Cancer Awareness Day. 2. City Council request the Chief Communications Officer, in consultation with the Medical Officer of Health, to conduct a public education campaign in support of Early Age Onset Cancer Awareness Day.
Staff recommendation as filed
Councillor Rachel Chernos Lin, seconded by Councillor Lily Cheng, recommends that: 1. City Council proclaim November 19 as Early Age Onset Cancer Awareness Day. 2. City Council request the Chief Communications Officer, in consultation with the Medical Officer of Health, to conduct a public education campaign in support of Early Age Onset Cancer Awareness Day.
RM40.7amended
City Council will review the Order Paper.
April 22, 2026: City Council adopted the April 22, 2026, Order Paper as amended and all other items not held on consent. April 23, 2026: City Council adopted the April 23, 2026, Order Paper.
CC40.8amended
59 to 81 Lawton Boulevard - Ontario Land Tribunal Hearing - Request for Directions
On February 14, 2025, an application to amend the Zoning By-law to permit the construction of a 38-storey residential building and 43-storey residential building at 59 to 81 Lawton Boulevard was received. On July 14, 2025, the applicant appealed the Zoning By-law Amendment application to the Ontario Land Tribunal due to City Council's neglect or failure to make a decision on the application for the Zoning By-law Amendment. The Ontario Land Tribunal has set this matter down for a hearing commencing June 8, 2026. The City Solicitor requires further direction as the hearing will start in June, 2026.
City Council on April 22 and 23, 2026, adopted the following: 1. City Council adopt the confidential instructions to staff in Confidential Attachment 1 to the report (April 10, 2026) from the City Solicitor. 2. City Council authorize the public release of the instructions to staff in Confidential Attachment 1 and Confidential Appendices A and B to the report (April 10, 2026) from the City Solicitor. 3. City Council direct that the balance of Confidential Attachment 1 to the report (April 10, 2026) from the City Solicitor remain confidential at the discretion of the City Solicitor, as it contains advice that is subject to solicitor-client privilege. 4. City Council request the applicant, in consultation with the Ward Councillor and the Executive Director, Development Review, to establish a Neighbourhood Liaison Committee, including the Deer Park Residents Group and other key community stakeholders, and consult the Neighbourhood Liaison Committee on the Site Plan Application and the Construction Management Plan. 5. City Council request the Executive Director, Development Review, in consultation with the local Ward Councillor and the City Solicitor, to work with the applicant to secure an in-kind community benefit contribution to support local community priorities including new parks, community space, or affordable housing. 6. City Council request the Executive Director, Development Review to request the applicant to consider an alternative built form with a taller podium and lower tower height, without removing any gross floor area. 7. City Council request the Executive Director, Development Review to request the applicant to convert the ground-floor amenity space to townhomes, to ensure the building design is more aligned with the existing neighbourhood feel along Lawton Boulevard. 8. City Council request the Executive Director, Development Review to work with the applicant to deliver an expanded Carolyn Bennett Parkette. 9. City Council request the Executive Director, Development Review and the General Manager, Transportation Services to request the applicant to conduct additional traffic impact analysis. 10. City Council request the Executive Director, Development Review and the General Manager, Transportation Services to consider options to implement additional local traffic calming measures to mitigate traffic impacts. The confidential instructions to staff in Confidential Attachment 1 to the report (April 10, 2026) from the City Solicitor were adopted by City Council and are now public as follows: 1. City Council accept the without prejudice offer to settle dated April 9, 2026, as set out in Confidential Appendix A to the report (April 10, 2026) from the City Solicitor and the settlement plans, as set out in Confidential Appendix B to the report (April 10, 2026) from the City Solicitor and direct the City Solicitor to attend at the Ontario Land Tribunal in support of the settlement, subject to the conditions set out below: a. the final form and content of the draft Official Plan Amendment and Zoning By-law Amendments are to the satisfaction of the City Solicitor and the Executive Director, Development Review; b. the applicant has provided a revised Pedestrian Level Wind Study, with the identification of any required mitigation measures to be secured in the Zoning By-law Amendment and through the Site Plan Control process, all to the satisfaction of the Executive Director, Development Review; c. the applicant has provided a revised Arborist and Tree Protection Plan, to the satisfaction of Urban Forestry and the Executive Director, Development Review; d. the applicant shall make reasonable commercial efforts to identify, in consultation with the Executive Director, Development Review, a suitable off-site parkland dedication as a substitution for an on-site parkland dedication that complies with Policy 3.2.3.8 of the Toronto Official Plan; the off-site conveyance would be subject to the approval of the Executive Director, Development Review and would be subject to conditions for conveyance of parkland prior to the issuance of the First Above Grade Building Permit; in the event the Applicant is unable to provide an off-site parkland dedication to the City, the Applicant will be required to satisfy the parkland dedication requirement through a cash-in-lieu of parkland payment prior to the issuance of first above grade building permit in accordance with Chapter 415 Article III of the Municipal Code; e. the applicant has submitted a revised Functional Servicing and Stormwater Management Report to the satisfaction of the Chief Engineer and Executive Director, Engineering and Construction Services; and f. the applicant 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. 2. City Council authorize the City Solicitor to take all necessary and reasonable actions to implement City Council's decision. Confidential Appendices A and B to the report (April 10, 2026) from the City Solicitor are now public and can be accessed under Background Information (City Council). The balance of Confidential Attachment 1 to the report (April 10, 2026) from the City Solicitor remains confidential at this time in accordance with the provisions of the City of Toronto Act, 2006, as it contains advice that is subject to solicitor-client privilege. The balance of Confidential Attachment 1 to the report (April 10, 2026) from the City Solicitor will be made public at the discretion of the City Solicitor.
Staff recommendation as filed
The City Solicitor recommends that: 1. City Council adopt the recommendations contained in Confidential Attachment 1 to this report from the City Solicitor. 2. City Council authorize the public release of the confidential recommendations contained in Confidential Attachment 1, along with the entirety of Confidential Appendix A and Confidential Appendix 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.
MM40.8adopted
April 14th marks the celebration of Nepali New Year, one of the most significant cultural occasions for the Nepali community. The celebration marks a time of renewal, unity, and reflection for Nepali-Canadians and is traditionally celebrated through cultural gatherings, community service, and the sharing of Nepal's rich heritage with the wider public. Toronto's Nepali community continues to be a vibrant and growing part of the City's diverse population. Nepali‑Canadians actively make meaningful contributions to support the City's social, cultural, economic, and civic life through supporting healthcare, education, entrepreneurship, public service, arts, sports, and volunteerism. Recognizing April as Nepali Heritage Month provides an important opportunity to celebrate Nepal's history, language, arts, literature, traditions, and values, while fostering cross‑cultural understanding, inclusion, and community cohesion citywide.
City Council on April 22 and 23, 2026, adopted the following: 1. City Council proclaim April as Nepali Heritage Month for the City of Toronto in 2026, and for future years. 2. City Council request the Province of Ontario to proclaim April as Nepali Heritage Month for the Province in 2026 and for future years. 3. City Council request the Government of Canada to proclaim April as Nepali Heritage Month for the country in 2026, and for future years.
Staff recommendation as filed
Councillor Neethan Shan, seconded by Councillor Amber Morley, recommends that: 1. City Council proclaim April as "Nepali Heritage Month" for the City of Toronto in 2026, and for future years. 2. City Council request the Province of Ontario to proclaim April as "Nepali Heritage Month" for the Province in 2026 and for future years. 3. City Council request the Government of Canada to proclaim April as "Nepali Heritage Month" for the country in 2026, and for future years.
CC40.9adopted
On February 6 and 7, 2024, City Council authorized the expropriation of the property municipally known as 1430 Gerrard Street East (the "Property") which are lands comprised of approximately 9,135 square feet, for municipal purposes including Permanent Affordable Rental Housing (the "Project"). On April 29, 2024, the City registered Plan AT6560961 which expropriated the fee simple interest in the Property. The Property is located on the north side of Gerrard Street East and west of Coxwell Avenue. At the time of the expropriation, the Property was leased by the owner to the City of Toronto and sub-leased to a non-profit provider of transitional housing. Parties with security interests in the Property, namely Dramel Limited, Empire Capital Inc., and His Majesty The King In Right of Canada as Represented by the Minister of National Revenue (collectively, the "Security Interest Holders"), have filed claims against the City in respect of their interests. A two-week hearing at the Ontario Land Tribunal has been scheduled to commence on May 17, 2027. This report deals with litigation that affects the City and contains advice or communications that are subject to solicitor-client privilege.
City Council on April 22 and 23, 2026, adopted the following: 1. City Council adopt the confidential instructions to staff in Confidential Attachment 1 to the report (April 14, 2026) from the City Solicitor. 2. City Council direct that Confidential Attachment 1 to the report (April 14, 2026) from the City Solicitor remain confidential at the discretion of the City Solicitor, as it contains advice and information that is subject to solicitor-client privilege. Confidential Attachment 1 to the report (April 14, 2026) from the City Solicitor remains confidential at this time in accordance with the provisions of the City of Toronto Act, 2006, as it contains advice and information that is subject to solicitor-client privilege. Confidential Attachment 1 to the report (April 14, 2026) from the City Solicitor will be made public at the discretion of the City Solicitor.
Staff recommendation as filed
The City Solicitor recommends that: 1. City Council adopt the recommendations contained in Confidential Attachment 1 to this Report. 2. City Council direct that all information contained in Confidential Attachment 1, including the confidential recommendations, is to remain confidential at the discretion of the City Solicitor as it contains advice and information which is subject to solicitor-client privilege.