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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MM40.34adopted
This motion is to release Section 42 funds for the design and implementation of a replacement playground structure for the Canoe Landing shared use space used by Jean Lumb Public School, Bishop Macdonell Catholic School, and the Canoe Landing Community Recreation Centre. After two injuries in 2025, the former structure was deemed unsafe and removed. A new playground is needed to provide play opportunities that are safe, creative, and age appropriate. Design consultation with all members of the Block 31 shared-use agreement and stakeholders will continue in 2026. This motion is urgent to ensure design consultation can proceed as planned this Spring.
City Council on April 22 and 23, 2026, adopted the following: 1. City Council increase the 2026-2035 Capital Budget and Plan for Parks and Recreation on a one-time basis with cash flow commitment of $450,000.00 gross and $0 debt in 2026, fully funded by Section 42 Community Benefits obtained from the development at 11 Charlotte Street (Internal Order XR2213-4200288), for the purpose of improving the playground structure at Canoe Landing.
Staff recommendation as filed
Deputy Mayor Ausma Malik, seconded by Councillor Amber Morley, recommends that: 1. City Council increase the 2026-2035 Capital Budget and Plan for Parks and Recreation on a one-time basis with cash flow commitment of $450,000.00 gross and $0 debt in 2026, fully funded by Section 42 Community Benefits obtained from the development at 11 Charlotte Street (Internal Order XR2213-4200288), for the purpose of improving the playground structure at Canoe Landing.
MM40.35adopted
At its meeting of February 5, 2025, Toronto City Council adopted Item 2025.TE19.8 approving the Rental Housing Demolition Application to demolish 11 rental dwelling units located at 1-19 Thelma Street and replace them at an off-site location, which included conditions that must be met prior to issuance of the rental housing demolition permit. The existing dwelling units at 1-19 Thelma Street are vacant, in a state of disrepair and pose safety concerns to the public. In order to advance construction of an approved 7-storey apartment building on the existing site, this motion recommends amending requirements to register certain agreements at the off-site rental replacement location and the draw upon conditions for financial securities. This motion is urgent as the condition of the vacant properties poses health and safety concerns for the community and demolition is urgently required.
City Council on April 22 and 23, 2026, adopted the following: 1. City Council amend its previous decision on Item 2025.TE19.8 by: a. deleting parts 1.i. and j.: 1. City Council approve the Rental Housing Demolition Application 20 192647 STE 12 RH in accordance with Chapter 667 of the Toronto Municipal Code and pursuant to Section 111 of the City of Toronto Act, 2006, to permit the demolition of 11 rental dwelling units located at 1-19 Thelma Avenue, subject to the following conditions: Parts to be deleted: i. the owner shall enter into, and register on title to the lands at 1-19 Thelma Avenue and 2470 Bayview Avenue, Agreements pursuant to Section 111 of the City of Toronto Act, 2006, to secure the conditions outlined in Parts 1.a. to 1.h. above, to the satisfaction of the City Solicitor and the Chief Planner and Executive Director, City Planning; and j. the owner has registered, to the satisfaction of the City Solicitor, a Section 118 restriction under the Land Titles Act agreeing not to transfer or charge any part of the lands at 1-19 Thelma Avenue and 2470 Bayview Avenue, without prior written consent of the Chief Planner and Executive Director, City Planning, or their designate. and replacing them with the following new parts: i. the owner shall enter into, and register on title to the lands at 1-19 Thelma Avenue, an Agreement pursuant to Section 111 of the City of Toronto Act, 2006, to secure the conditions outlined in Parts 1.a. to 1.h. above, to the satisfaction of the City Solicitor and the Chief Planner and Executive Director, City Planning; and j. the owner has registered, to the satisfaction of the City Solicitor, a Section 118 restriction under the Land Titles Act agreeing not to transfer or charge any part of the lands at 1-19 Thelma Avenue, without prior written consent of the Chief Planner and Executive Director, City Planning, or their designate. b. deleting part 2.c.i.: 2. City Council authorize the Chief Planner and Executive Director, City Planning, or their designate, to issue Preliminary Approval of the Rental Housing Demolition Permit under Chapter 667 of the Toronto Municipal Code for the demolition of the 11 rental dwelling units located at 1-19 Thelma Avenue after all the following have occurred: c. the owner has provided a Letter of Credit for a portion of the value of the cost of the replacement housing required in Part 1 ("Financial Security") above, in a form and in an amount satisfactory to the City, and such security shall not be released until the replacement housing is ready and available for occupancy, to the satisfaction of the Chief Planner and Executive Director, City Planning; the Financial Security may be drawn upon and used towards the provision of affordable and/or mid-range rental housing in the City if the replacement housing is not ready and available for occupancy prior to the earlier of: Part to be deleted: i. a new dwelling unit erected in the new residential building 1-19 Thelma Avenue is ready and available for occupancy; or and replacing it with the following new part: i. the issuance of an above-grade grade building permit for 1-19 Thelma Avenue where an above-grade building permit has not been issued on an alternative off-site replacement site; or
Staff recommendation as filed
Councillor Josh Matlow, seconded by Councillor Mike Colle, recommends that: 1. City Council amend its previous decision on Item 2025.TE19.8 by: a. deleting parts 1.i. and j.: 1. City Council approve the Rental Housing Demolition Application 20 192647 STE 12 RH in accordance with Chapter 667 of the Toronto Municipal Code and pursuant to Section 111 of the City of Toronto Act, 2006, to permit the demolition of 11 rental dwelling units located at 1-19 Thelma Avenue, subject to the following conditions: Parts to be deleted: i. the owner shall enter into, and register on title to the lands at 1-19 Thelma Avenue and 2470 Bayview Avenue, Agreements pursuant to Section 111 of the City of Toronto Act, 2006, to secure the conditions outlined in Parts 1.a. to 1.h. above, to the satisfaction of the City Solicitor and the Chief Planner and Executive Director, City Planning; and j. the owner has registered, to the satisfaction of the City Solicitor, a Section 118 restriction under the Land Titles Act agreeing not to transfer or charge any part of the lands at 1-19 Thelma Avenue and 2470 Bayview Avenue, without prior written consent of the Chief Planner and Executive Director, City Planning, or their designate. and replacing them with the following new parts: i. the owner shall enter into, and register on title to the lands at 1-19 Thelma Avenue, an Agreement pursuant to Section 111 of the City of Toronto Act, 2006, to secure the conditions outlined in Parts 1.a. to 1.h. above, to the satisfaction of the City Solicitor and the Chief Planner and Executive Director, City Planning; and j. the owner has registered, to the satisfaction of the City Solicitor, a Section 118 restriction under the Land Titles Act agreeing not to transfer or charge any part of the lands at 1-19 Thelma Avenue, without prior written consent of the Chief Planner and Executive Director, City Planning, or their designate. b. deleting part 2.c.i.: 2. City Council authorize the Chief Planner and Executive Director, City Planning, or their designate, to issue Preliminary Approval of the Rental Housing Demolition Permit under Chapter 667 of the Toronto Municipal Code for the demolition of the 11 rental dwelling units located at 1-19 Thelma Avenue after all the following have occurred: c. the owner has provided a Letter of Credit for a portion of the value of the cost of the replacement housing required in Part 1 ("Financial Security") above, in a form and in an amount satisfactory to the City, and such security shall not be released until the replacement housing is ready and available for occupancy, to the satisfaction of the Chief Planner and Executive Director, City Planning; the Financial Security may be drawn upon and used towards the provision of affordable and/or mid-range rental housing in the City if the replacement housing is not ready and available for occupancy prior to the earlier of: Part to be deleted: i. a new dwelling unit erected in the new residential building 1-19 Thelma Avenue is ready and available for occupancy; or and replacing it with the following new part: i. the issuance of an above-grade grade building permit for 1-19 Thelma Avenue where an above-grade building permit has not been issued on an alternative off-site replacement site; or
MM40.36adopted
Canada Post's decision to eliminate door-to-door delivery will have serious implications for affected Torontonians and for our public realm. Our first priority must be that community mailboxes are safe and accessible. They must be located in areas that are well-lit, secure, and free from physical barriers. This will require careful site selection and consistent maintenance. We must also ensure that the program does not undermine our commitment to a cleaner, more livable and more beautiful city. There must be adequate waste receptacles, and measures need to be taken to manage traffic and mitigate litter. There will be considerable budget implications, and efforts must be made to recoup those costs from Canada Post so that residents are not paying more for reduced service. This motion seeks to ensure that these priorities and local feedback are reflected as the City works with Canada Post to implement this program, and to provide enhanced transparency and accountability. Reason for Urgency: Canada Post has announced that it is proceeding with community boxes to replace door-to-door delivery in some Toronto postal codes.
City Council on April 22 and 23, 2026, adopted the following: 1. City Council amend its previous decision on Item 2025.MM33.45 by adding the words in Part 1 "no later than the second quarter of 2026" after the words "City Council", so that Part 1 now reads as follows: 1. City Council request the City Manager to request Canada Post to provide the following information on the implementation of the community mailbox program in Toronto and report to City Council no later than the second quarter of 2026 with an assessment of the impacts: a. the number and location of current residential and business mailboxes that will be affected and the number and location of community mailboxes that will be installed; b. the specific timelines for implementation; c. the design options for community mailboxes being considered by Canada Post, including any modifications to the standard mailbox format; d. Canada Post's siting guidelines and performance standards for assessing site feasibility; e. a detailed communications plan to inform Toronto residents about the conversion to community mailboxes; and f. a plan for addressing barriers to accessing postal services, including social isolation, literacy, linguistic, cognitive and mobility barriers and ensuring equitable outcomes for all Torontonians. 2. City Council amend its previous decision on Item 2025.MM33.45 by adding the following new parts: 1.City Council request the City Manager to engage in advocacy for continued door-to-door delivery to the maximum extent possible, particularly for areas where community mailboxes are not feasible, including in postal codes where community mailboxes have already been announced. 2. City Council request the City Manager to report to City Council no later than the second quarter of 2026 on the potential costs associated with the implementation and operation of community mailboxes, and the progress of negotiations to recover these costs from Canada Post, including costs related to: a. community mailbox siting and installation; b. street lighting; c. traffic management; d. snow clearing; and e. litter collection.
Staff recommendation as filed
Councillor Josh Matlow, seconded by Councillor Rachel Chernos Lin, recommends that: 1. City Council amend its previous decision on Item 2025.MM33.45 by adding the words in Part 1 "no later than the second quarter of 2026" after the words "City Council", so that Part 1 now reads as follows: 1. City Council request the City Manager to request Canada Post to provide the following information on the implementation of the community mailbox program in Toronto and report to City Council no later than the second quarter of 2026 with an assessment of the impacts: a. the number and location of current residential and business mailboxes that will be affected and the number and location of community mailboxes that will be installed; b. the specific timelines for implementation; c. the design options for community mailboxes being considered by Canada Post, including any modifications to the standard mailbox format; d. Canada Post's siting guidelines and performance standards for assessing site feasibility; e. a detailed communications plan to inform Toronto residents about the conversion to community mailboxes; and f. a plan for addressing barriers to accessing postal services, including social isolation, literacy, linguistic, cognitive and mobility barriers and ensuring equitable outcomes for all Torontonians. 2. City Council amend its previous decision on Item 2025.MM33.45 by adding the following new parts: 1.City Council request the City Manager to engage in advocacy for continued door-to-door delivery to the maximum extent possible, particularly for areas where community mailboxes are not feasible, including in postal codes where community mailboxes have already been announced. 2. City Council request the City Manager to report to City Council no later than the second quarter of 2026 on the potential costs associated with the implementation and operation of community mailboxes, and the progress of negotiations to recover these costs from Canada Post, including costs related to: a. community mailbox siting and installation; b. street lighting; c. traffic management; d. snow clearing; and e. litter collection.
MM40.37adopted
The Applicant applied to the Committee of Adjustment to request variances from City-wide Zoning By-law 569-2013 (Application A0033/24TEY) to alter the existing two-storey detached dwelling by constructing complete third and fourth storey additions to accommodate a total of 6 residential dwelling units on this lot. The variances required to By-law 569-2013 include height, minimum required front yard setback, minimum required rear yard setback, roof eaves projection, maximum permitted height of all side exterior main walls, and minimum rear yard soft landscaping. On January 14, 2026, the Toronto and East York District Panel of the Committee of Adjustment refused the Application. A copy of the Decision is attached as Attachment 1. The applicant has appealed the Decision to Toronto Local Appeal Body. In a report from the Director of Community Planning, Toronto and East York District dated January 13, 2026, Community Planning Staff recommended that, should the application be approved, certain conditions be imposed including tying the approval to the revised plans and ensuring no space above the fourth storey be used as habitable residential dwelling unit or living space. This Motion will authorize the City Solicitor to appear at the Toronto Local Appeal Body and to resolve the matter on behalf of the City in their discretion. This matter is time-sensitive and urgent as the applicant has already appealed the Decision to the Toronto Local Appeal Body to preserve its statutory rights.
City Council on April 22 and 23, 2026, adopted the following: 1. City Council direct the City Solicitor to attend the Toronto Local Appeal Body to oppose the development proposed in application A0033/24TEY. 2. City Council authorize the City Solicitor to retain outside consultants as necessary. 3. City Council authorize the City Solicitor to negotiate a settlement of the appeal, and that the City Solicitor be authorized to resolve the matter on behalf of the City, in her discretion, after consulting 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 Alejandra Bravo, recommends that: 1. City Council direct the City Solicitor to attend the Toronto Local Appeal Body to oppose the development proposed in application A0033/24TEY. 2. City Council authorize the City Solicitor to retain outside consultants as necessary. 3. City Council authorize the City Solicitor to negotiate a settlement of the appeal, and that the City Solicitor be authorized to resolve the matter on behalf of the City, in her discretion, after consulting with the Ward Councillor and the Director of Community Planning, Toronto and East York District.
MM40.38adopted
On the evening of April 16, 2026, a movie production company was working on a music video on federal lands commonly referred to as the Festival Terrace. The Project Title was Project Bot Factory. Advance notice described the main scene as a "one time flash from 8 motars/13 drums as well as falling (movie) snow." This was to be contained in a 100 foot by 100 foot zone, and with a 200 foot safety perimeter around the SPFX zone." Posters were affixed at various locations in Downsview Park and there was a direct to home and businesses flyer distribution. This proved to be inadequate. At approximately 10:40 p.m. a controlled explosion occurred creating a large fire ball, mushroom cloud, loud explosive noise and vibrations that was seen and heard through out the Ancaster-Downsview neighbourhoods. Many residents were not aware of the film shoot and were shocked when the explosion took place. The local Councillor received dozens of e-mails, calls and online notifications from people worried that a major industrial accident or plane crash occurred. This was the same neighbourhood that was impacted by the Sunrise Propane Explosion in 2008. The landowner, Canada Lands Company, was also inundated with inquiries and has since issued an apology. While the movie industry is a cherished part of Toronto's economy and culture, there must be a review of notification protocols when major controlled explosions are planned. Residents were deeply disturbed and frightened by these events, and it is incumbent on the City of Toronto to have an urgent review of its community/neighbourhood notification protocols when a movie production includes explosive devices and other special effects. This motion is urgent as we are going into an outdoor filming season, and our residents need to know that this stressful situation will not happen again.
City Council on April 22 and 23, 2026, adopted the following: 1. City Council direct the General Manager, Economic Development and Culture, in consultation with Fire Chief and General Manager, Toronto Fire Services and Explosive Disposal Unit, to review the process by which surrounding residential and commercial notification requirements related to City-permitted pyrotechnic events are determined and applied, and report back to the Economic and Community Development Committee with proposed process improvements by end of the second quarter of 2026, with such a review to consider a standardized notification protocol with a longer notification period, wider catchment area and expanded media platforms for a clearly-defined category of high impact activities which may be reasonably expected to have significant have community impacts.
Staff recommendation as filed
Councillor James Pasternak, seconded by Councillor Anthony Perruzza, recommends that: 1. City Council direct the General Manager, Economic Development and Culture, in consultation with Fire Chief and General Manager, Toronto Fire Services and Explosive Disposal Unit, to review the process by which surrounding residential and commercial notification requirements related to City-permitted pyrotechnic events are determined and applied, and report back to the Economic and Community Development Committee with proposed process improvements by end of the second quarter of 2026, with such a review to consider a standardized notification protocol with a longer notification period, wider catchment area and expanded media platforms for a clearly-defined category of high impact activities which may be reasonably expected to have significant have community impacts.
MM40.39adopted
Etobicoke North is home to many residents with mobility, health, and accessibility challenges. For these individuals, door-to-door mail delivery is an essential service that keeps them connected to healthcare, income support, and other government services they depend on. Canada Post's proposed shift to community mailboxes raises significant concerns, not just for impacted residents, but for the City of Toronto that is being asked to accommodate this change without proper engagement. If granted, a pause on the conversion from door-to-door mail delivery to community mailboxes in Etobicoke North would provide the City with the opportunity to assess the implications of the decision and allow for local collaboration on a plan that works for the people of Toronto. The challenges Canada Post is facing are recognized, as well as its goal to modernize service. Through collaboration with the City, approaches can be identified that balance operational objectives with the need to ensure equitable access to essential services, especially for seniors and people with accessibility needs. Reason for Urgency: On April 16, 2026, Canada Post announced the start of preliminary work for a multi‑year community mailbox conversion program. Canada Post has already commenced preparation work, with Etobicoke North identified as the only community in Toronto where conversions are planned to begin in late 2026 and early 2027.
City Council on April 22 and 23, 2026, adopted the following: 1. City Council request Canada Post to pause their Community Mailbox Conversion Program in Etobicoke North until staff from Canada Post and the City of Toronto develop a plan to support program roll-out in collaboration with the City Councillor and report back by June 2026. 2. City Council direct the City Manager to work with Canada Post, the Executive Director, Transportation Services, the General Manager, Parks and Recreation, the Chief Planner and Executive Director, City Planning, other relevant city divisions, and the local Councillor to develop a plan to support the implementation of the Community Mailbox Conversion Program in Etobicoke North including: a. a detailed implementation timeline with key dates identified for internal planning purposes. b. a consultation plan to guide site selection for community mailboxes, as well as a comprehensive communications plan to share this change with the public. c. details on the legal, fiscal, planning, and social impacts of the Community Mailbox Conversion Program to the City of Toronto. 3. City Council request the federal Minister of Government Transformation, Public Works and Procurement to pause the Community Mailbox Conversion Program until an implementation plan has been established that addresses the potential impact of the conversion on seniors, people with disabilities, and other marginalized communities.
Staff recommendation as filed
Councillor Vincent Crisanti, seconded by Councillor Stephen Holyday, recommends that: 1. City Council request Canada Post to pause their Community Mailbox Conversion Program in Etobicoke North until staff from Canada Post and the City of Toronto develop a plan to support program roll-out in collaboration with the City Councillor and report back by June 2026. 2. City Council direct the City Manager to work with Canada Post, the Executive Director, Transportation Services, the General Manager, Parks and Recreation, the Chief Planner and Executive Director, City Planning, other relevant city divisions, and the local Councillor to develop a plan to support the implementation of the Community Mailbox Conversion Program in Etobicoke North including: a. a detailed implementation timeline with key dates identified for internal planning purposes. b. a consultation plan to guide site selection for community mailboxes, as well as a comprehensive communications plan to share this change with the public. c. details on the legal, fiscal, planning, and social impacts of the Community Mailbox Conversion Program to the City of Toronto. 3. City Council request the federal Minister of Government Transformation, Public Works and Procurement to pause the Community Mailbox Conversion Program until an implementation plan has been established that addresses the potential impact of the conversion on seniors, people with disabilities, and other marginalized communities.
MM40.40adopted
In March, we secured a historic investment from the Provincial and Federal Governments to build the Waterfront East Rapid Transit Line - $2 billion to match the City's $1 billion contribution. This motion provides the funding and authority needed to begin building the fully designed components of the Waterfront East Rapid Transit Line this year. Waterfront East Rapid Transit is transformational new transit infrastructure that will help revitalize Toronto's Eastern waterfront and the Port Lands, including Ookwemin Minising (formerly known as Villiers Island). It will support 75,000 homes and serve more than 150,000 people who will live and work along the eastern waterfront. When it's built, we are expecting 50,000 daily riders. Now that we have the funding commitment, we can advance the work on the new line. The motions below establish a governance model and authorizes the required funding and authorities to begin early work on this new transit line. The reason for urgency is that we need to ensure construction can begin in the 2026 construction season.
City Council on April 22 and 23, 2026, adopted the following: 1. City Council authorize the City Manager, in consultation with the Chief Executive Officer, Toronto Transit Commission and the Chief Executive Officer, Waterfront Toronto, to establish a governance model for the delivery of the Waterfront East Rapid Transit project. 2. City Council authorize the City Manager, in consultation with relevant City Divisions, Toronto Transit Commission and Waterfront Toronto, to: a. design, procure and construct the following work packages either directly or through a third-party, including but not limited to Waterfront Toronto or the Toronto Transit Commission, or a combination thereof: i. early works for Queens Quay East Extension from Street A to Cherry Street; ii. early works for Queens Quay East Extension Reconstruction from Yonge Street to Street A; and iii. Traction Power Substation building envelope and enabling infrastructure within the Quayside development. b. either directly or through Waterfront Toronto or the Toronto Transit Commission, or a combination thereof to: i. retain a construction manager to undertake general design and construction readiness for priority Waterfront East Rapid Transit scope elements; and ii. complete the necessary environmental approvals, and advance design to 30% for rail tracks through the central waterfront. 3. City Council authorize an increase to the Transit Expansion Division's 2026 Capital Budget of $70 million in project cost and associated cash flow, fully funded through recoverable debt supported by the City Building Fund, to advance the design and construction of the Waterfront East Rapid Transit project. 4. City Council authorize the City Manager, or designate, to negotiate and execute all necessary agreements, including amendments thereto, on terms and conditions satisfactory to the City Manager, or designate, and in a form satisfactory to the City Solicitor, to facilitate the implementation of the works described above. 5. City Council authorize the City Manager, or designate, in consultation with the Chief Financial Officer and Treasurer, to negotiate and execute any necessary agreements related to the Waterfront East Rapid Transit project with orders of government, including amendments thereto, on terms and conditions satisfactory to the City Manager, or designate, and the Chief Financial Officer and Treasurer, and in a form satisfactory to the City Solicitor. 6. City Council endorse changing this project's name from Waterfront East Light Rail Transit to Waterfront East Rapid Transit Line.
Staff recommendation as filed
Mayor Olivia Chow, seconded by Deputy Mayor Ausma Malik, recommends that: 1. City Council authorize the City Manager, in consultation with the Chief Executive Officer, Toronto Transit Commission and Chief Executive Officer, Waterfront Toronto, to establish a governance model for the delivery of the Waterfront East Rapid Transit project. 2. City Council authorize the City Manager in consultation with relevant City Divisions, Toronto Transit Commission and Waterfront Toronto to: a. design, procure and construct the following work packages either directly or through a third-party, including but not limited to Waterfront Toronto or the Toronto Transit Commission, or a combination thereof: i. early works for Queens Quay East Extension from Street A to Cherry Street; ii. early works for Queens Quay East Extension Reconstruction from Yonge Street to Street A; and iii. Traction Power Substation building envelope and enabling infrastructure within the Quayside development. b. either directly or through Waterfront Toronto or the Toronto Transit Commission, or a combination thereof to: i. retain a construction manager to undertake general design and construction readiness for priority Waterfront East Rapid Transit scope elements; and ii. complete the necessary environmental approvals, and advance design to 30% for rail tracks through the central waterfront. 3. City Council authorize an increase to the Transit Expansion Division's 2026 Capital Budget of $70 million in project cost and associated cash flow, fully funded through recoverable debt supported by the City Building Fund, to advance the design and construction of the Waterfront East Rapid Transit project. 4. City Council authorize the City Manager, or designate, to negotiate and execute all necessary agreements, including amendments thereto, on terms and conditions satisfactory to the City Manager, or designate, and in a form satisfactory to the City Solicitor, to facilitate the implementation of the works described above. 5. City Council authorize the City Manager, or designate, in consultation with the Chief Financial Officer and Treasurer, to negotiate and execute any necessary agreements related to the Waterfront East Rapid Transit project with orders of government, including amendments thereto, on terms and conditions satisfactory to the City Manager, or designate, and the Chief Financial Officer and Treasurer, and in a form satisfactory to the City Solicitor. 6. City Council endorse changing this project's name from Waterfront East Light Rail Transit to Waterfront East Rapid Transit Line.
MM40.41adopted
This Motion seeks to contribute one-time capital funding amounted to $48,000.00 of Section 37 funds, to Midtown Yonge Business Improvement Area with the implementation of a mural on the sides of 2075 Yonge Street and 1980 Yonge Street. This proposal presents a premium festival art experience centered on the live creation of two original murals in Toronto. The project is designed to operate on three levels at once: as a high-value visual installation, as a live performance that activates the site during the annual Arraiá on Yonge Festival, and as an audience engagement tool. The Interactive/Public aspect will take place on June 20, 2026, at the second annual Arraiá Festival on Yonge. Midtown Yonge Business Improvement Area is collaborating with LiberArt Studio to bring this vision to the streets of Toronto with a project vision that promises to create two visually striking murals that do not function only as decoration, but as a public-facing cultural moment. This motion is urgent as the murals are to be completed as a part of an upcoming community festival in Spring 2026 and the Business Improvement Area urgently requires the funding to move forward.
City Council on April 22 and 23, 2026, adopted the following: 1. City Council increase the 2026 Operating Budget for Non-Program on a one-time basis by $48,000 gross, $0 net, fully funded by Section 37 community benefits obtained from the development at 39, 41 Roehampton Avenue and 50 Eglinton Avenue East (Source Account: XR3026-3701067), secured for public realm improvements, to install two outdoor murals near the intersection of Yonge Street and Manor Road East (Cost Centre: NP2161). 2. City Council direct that the $48,000 be forwarded to the Midtown Yonge Business Improvement Area upon the signing of an Undertaking that governs the use of the funds and the financial reporting requirements.
Staff recommendation as filed
Councillor Josh Matlow, seconded by Councillor Mike Colle, recommends that: 1. City Council increase the 2026 Operating Budget for Non-Program on a one-time basis by $48,000 gross, $0 net, fully funded by Section 37 community benefits obtained from the development at 39, 41 Roehampton Avenue and 50 Eglinton Avenue East (Source Account: XR3026-3701067), secured for public realm improvements, to install two outdoor murals near the intersection of Yonge Street and Manor Road East (Cost Centre: NP2161). 2. City Council direct that the $48,000 be forwarded to the Midtown Yonge Business Improvement Area upon the signing of an Undertaking that governs the use of the funds and the financial reporting requirements.
MM40.42adopted
The City of Toronto has a vast number of public laneways, particularly adjacent to main streets where there is significant development activity. These laneways serve as primary access routes for abutting properties but are frequently in disrepair due to inadequate maintenance. When a developer or landowner seeks to purchase a portion of a public laneway - including as part of a rezoning application that would deliver laneway improvements - this triggers an internal process involving Transportation Services, Corporate Real Estate Management, Legal, Development Review, and other divisions. That process currently lacks clear roles, timelines, and defined responsibilities across divisions, creating delays that are impacting several development applications across the city, including at 2010 to 2050 Yonge and 15 Lola Road in Toronto-St. Paul's. City staff in Development Review, Transportation Services, and Corporate Real Estate management agree on the importance of resolving this issue and support this motion. This motion is urgent as delays in the laneway conveyance process are impeding the ability of several development projects across the city to proceed and this matter urgently needs to be resolved.
City Council on April 22 and 23, 2026, adopted the following: 1. City Council request the General Manager, Transportation Services, the Executive Director, Corporate Real Estate Management and the Executive Director, Development Review, in consultation with the City Solicitor, to report by the July 9, 2026, meeting of the Toronto and East York Community Council with an update regarding the purchase and sale and permanent closure of the public laneway west of Yonge Street and South of Lola Road, as it relates the development application for 2010 to 2050 Yonge Street and 15 Lola Road. 2. City Council request the Executive Director, Development Review and the General Manager, Transportation Services, in consultation with the City Solicitor and the Executive Director, Corporate Real Estate Management, to develop a clear and transparent process for applicants when development applications are proposed to involve the sale and closure of city-owned public lanes associated with a development application, that outlines requirements of the applicant, divisional roles and responsibilities, timelines, relevant policies, and how this process aligns with the timing and reporting of a development application to City Council.
Staff recommendation as filed
Councillor Josh Matlow, seconded by Councillor Mike Colle, recommends that: 1. City Council request the General Manager, Transportation Services, the Executive Director, Corporate Real Estate Management and the Executive Director, Development Review, in consultation with the City Solicitor, to report by the July 9, 2026 meeting of Toronto and East York Community Council with an update regarding the purchase and sale and permanent closure of the public laneway west of Yonge Street and South of Lola Road, as it relates the development application for 2010 to 2050 Yonge Street and 15 Lola Road. 2. City Council request the Executive Director, Development Review and the General Manager, Transportation Services, in consultation with the City Solicitor and the Executive Director, Corporate Real Estate Management, to develop a clear and transparent process for applicants when development applications are proposed to involve the sale and closure of city-owned public lanes associated with a development application, that outlines requirements of the applicant, divisional roles and responsibilities, timelines, relevant policies, and how this process aligns with the timing and reporting of a development application to City Council.
MM40.43adopted
At the November meeting of City Council, a no-stopping parking restriction was approved to improve streetcar service and reduce congestion near College Street and Dufferin Street. I have recently heard from residents and business owners about the challenges of fully restricting access to parking at all times and on all days of the week, which has resulted in delayed deliveries to small businesses and limited access to homes. Transportation Services staff advised that amending the recommendations to prohibit stopping during the morning and afternoon rush hours will support the original intent of speeding up streetcar service and reducing congestion along this corridor. I have consulted with residents and business owners on this section of College Street, and there is support for this updated approach. City Council approval of this motion is required to re-open and amend this item. Reason for Urgency: This motion is urgent as residents and business owners are currently without access to parking, and approval of these recommendations will allow Transportation Services to immediately begin the process of updating necessary signage. Requires Re-opening: City Council Item 2025.TE26.49 (November 12 and 13, 2025)
City Council on April 22 and 23, 2026, adopted the following: 1. City Council amend its previous decision on Item 2025.TE26.49 by: a. deleting the following entry in Attachment 2 to the Letter (October 2, 2025) from Councillor Alejandra Bravo on Improving Traffic Flow on College Street, between Dufferin Street and Gladstone Avenue: Chapter 950, Schedule XIV - No Stopping Highway Side Between Prohibited Times and/or Days College Street North A point 30.5 meters east of Dufferin Street and Gladstone Avenue Anytime b. authorizing the following new parking regulations for College Street between Dufferin Street and Gladstone Avenue: Chapter 950, Schedule XIV - No Stopping Highway Side Between Prohibited Times and/or Days College Street North A point 30.5 meters east of Dufferin Street and Gladstone Avenue 7:00 a.m. to 9:00 a.m. and 3:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m., Mon. to Fri., except public holidays Chapter 910, Schedule I - Parking Machines Highway Side Parking Between Hours (daily as indicated below) Fee/Time Limit Maximum Parking Period College Street North A point 30.5 meters east of Dufferin Street and Gladstone Avenue 9:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. and 6:30 p.m. to 9:00 p.m., Mon. to Fri.; 8:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. Sat.; 1:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. Sun. $3.25 for 1 hour 3 hours
Staff recommendation as filed
Councillor Alejandra Bravo, seconded by Deputy Mayor Ausma Malik, recommends that: 1. City Council amend its previous decision on Item 2025.TE26.49 by: a. deleting the following entry in Attachment 2 to the Letter (October 2, 2025) from Councillor Alejandra Bravo on Improving Traffic Flow on College Street, between Dufferin Street and Gladstone Avenue: Chapter 950, Schedule XIV - No Stopping Highway Side Between Prohibited Times and/or Days College Street North A point 30.5 meters east of Dufferin Street and Gladstone Avenue Anytime b. authorizing the following new parking regulations for College Street between Dufferin Street and Gladstone Avenue: Chapter 950, Schedule XIV - No Stopping Highway Side Between Prohibited Times and/or Days College Street North A point 30.5 meters east of Dufferin Street and Gladstone Avenue 7:00 a.m. to 9:00 a.m. and 3:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m., Mon. to Fri., except public holidays Chapter 910, Schedule I - Parking Machines Highway Side Parking Between Hours (daily as indicated below) Fee/Time Limit Maximum Parking Period College Street North A point 30.5 meters east of Dufferin Street and Gladstone Avenue 9:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. and 6:30 p.m. to 9:00 p.m., Mon. to Fri.; 8:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. Sat.; 1:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. Sun. $3.25 for 1 hour 3 hours
MM40.44adopted
On October 8 and 9, 2025, City Council adopted an amendment to Zoning By-law 569-2013, to permit a 26-storey mixed use building located at 4949 Bathurst Street. The revised permissions would allow a building measuring 92.45 metres in height and include retail, office, and private daycare space within the 6-storey podium and residential units in the podium and tower above. The total gross floor area is 27,192 square metres, including 2,789 square metres of retail/commercial uses. ( https://secure.toronto.ca/council/agenda-item.do?item=2025.NY26.6 ) The applicant for the development (the "Appellant") appealed Council's decision to amend the by-law as Council's approval of the Zoning By-law Amendment permitted the development of fewer storeys than requested in the original application and instituted additional changes. The appeal is filed at the Ontario Land Tribunal as File No. OLT-25-000904. The hearing of the appeal is scheduled to commence on May 25, 2026, for five days. City planning staff are unavailable to provide evidence at the hearing due to unforeseen circumstances. The City Solicitor requires authority to retain an external planning consultant for the purposes of the hearing. This motion is being filed without notice as an external planning consultant is urgently needed and directions are being provided to the City Solicitor. The City Solicitor requires further instructions on this matter. This motion is about ongoing litigation before the Ontario Land Tribunal. Reason for Urgency: This motion is being filed without notice because this matter is time-sensitive due to the Ontario Land Tribunal hearing scheduled to begin on May 25, 2026. The City Solicitor requires authority to retain an external planning consultant for the purposes of the hearing, as City planning staff are unavailable to provide evidence at the hearing due to unforeseen circumstances. Without timely consideration, the City will incur significant costs in preparing for the hearing. Urgent consideration of this motion is therefore required.
City Council on April 22 and 23, 2026, adopted the following: 1. City Council authorize the City Solicitor to retain external land use planning consultants to attend the Ontario Land Tribunal hearing in respect of 4949 Bathurst Street to provide opinion evidence in support of City Council's adoption of the Zoning By-law Amendment for the subject property. 2. City Council direct the City Solicitor and the Executive Director, Development Review and their designates to continue negotiations with the Appellant of the Ontario Land Tribunal appeal of 4949 Bathurst Street in respect of the maximum height/number of storeys, minimum non-residential gross floor area, and minimum number of visitor, residential and commercial parking spaces, among other matters, in an attempt to resolve the appeal prior to the hearing. 3. City Council adopt the confidential instructions to staff in Confidential Attachment 1 to Member Motion MM40.44. 4. City Council direct that Confidential Attachment 1 to Member Motion MM40.44 remain confidential at the discretion of the City Solicitor, as it pertains to ongoing litigation before the Ontario Land Tribunal. Confidential Attachment 1 to Member Motion MM40.44 remains confidential at this time in accordance with the provisions of the City of Toronto Act, 2006, as it pertains to ongoing litigation before the Ontario Land Tribunal. Confidential Attachment 1 to Member Motion MM40.44 will be made public at the discretion of the City Solicitor. April 30, 2026 The confidential instructions to staff in Confidential Attachment 1 to Member Motion MM40.44 are now public, the City Solicitor having exercised the City Solicitor's discretion to make them public, as follows: 1. City Council direct the City Solicitor, in consultation with the Executive Director, Development Review and their designates, to settle the appeal of the Zoning By-law Amendment for the lands known as 4949 Bathurst Street provided that prior to the hearing before the Ontario Land Tribunal, the Appellant agrees in writing addressed to the City Solicitor that the Zoning By-law Amendment to be presented to the Ontario Land Tribunal on consent of the parties will be in substantial accordance with the architectural plans dated April 16, 2026, on file with the Ontario Land Tribunal as of April 17, 2026, save and except the following to be included in the Zoning By-law Amendment: a. maximum number of storeys of no more than 36 and a maximum height of a building or structure of 122.5 metres, excluding projections; b. a minimum non-residential GFA no less than 2500 square metres, inclusive, of which no less than 250 square metres is allocated to a private daycare; and c. the minimum number of parking spaces provided on site will be no less than: i. 90 residential parking spaces; ii. 20 visitor parking spaces; and iii. 50 commercial parking spaces. 2. City Council authorize the Executive Director, Development Review and their designates to continue to explore opportunities with the Appellant for an in-kind contribution pursuant to section 37 of the Planning Act (Community Benefit), and report back to City Council to secure instructions in respect of the details of any in-kind contributions which may be offered to the City by the Appellant. 3. City Council authorize the City Solicitor, in consultation with the Executive Director, Development Review and their designates, to support a settlement reflective of the principles in Part 1 above before the Ontario Land Tribunal, modified as necessary in the opinion of such Officials to reflect the intent of these instructions and to finalize all elements of a settlement, including the planning instruments.
Staff recommendation as filed
Councillor Lily Cheng, seconded by Councillor Vincent Crisanti, recommends that: 1. City Council authorize the City Solicitor to retain external land use planning consultants to attend the Ontario Land Tribunal hearing in respect of 4949 Bathurst Street to provide opinion evidence in support of City Council's adoption of the Zoning By-law Amendment for the subject property. 2. City Council direct the City Solicitor and the Executive Director, Development Review and their designates, to continue negotiations with the Appellant of the Ontario Land Tribunal appeal of 4949 Bathurst Street in respect of the maximum height/number of storeys, minimum non-residential gross floor area, and minimum number of visitor, residential and commercial parking spaces, among other matters, in an attempt to resolve the appeal prior to the hearing. 3. City Council adopt the recommendations contained in Confidential Attachment 1 to this motion. 4. City Council direct that Confidential Attachment 1 remain confidential at the discretion of the City Solicitor, as it pertains to ongoing litigation before the Ontario Land Tribunal.
MM40.45adopted
The late Claude Cormier (1960-2023) was an outstanding Canadian landscape architect whose firm CCxA designed 5 beautiful landmark parks - HTO, Love Park, Berczy, Sugar Beach and Leslie Lookout - along Toronto's Waterfront. This string of five original, exceptional, colourful, whimsical and joyous waterfront parks by this prestigious Canadian landscape designer and his studio is unique and should be celebrated. Love Parade! 2026 can be the start of such a recognition initiative could become part of the city's waterfront story for visitors to Toronto as well as Torontonians who love parks and green spaces. Reason for Urgency: This matter is deemed urgent as the need to recognize and celebrate these outstanding landmarks is best achieved in the current season.
City Council on April 22 and 23, 2026, adopted the following: 1. City Council recognize the significance of 5 outstanding parks by the late Claude Cormier his studio Claude Cormier and Associates along Toronto's Waterfront and request the Director, Waterfront Secretariat to: a. work with the General Manager, Parks and Recreation, Waterfront Toronto, CreateTO, the Ontario Association of Landscape Architects and the local Councillors in the development and promotion of "Love Parade! Remembering Claude Cormier" with a bike tour of these Waterfront Parks to take place in May, 2026; and b. work with the General Manager, Economic Development and Culture, and other partners, such as Ontario Association of Landscape Architects and Bikeshare, on the feasibility and promotion of these 5 parks being part of the Visitor Experience for Toronto's Waterfront.
Staff recommendation as filed
Councillor Paula Fletcher, seconded by Deputy Mayor Ausma Malik, recommends that: 1. City Council recognize the significance of 5 outstanding parks by the late Claude Cormier his studio Claude Cormier and Associates along Toronto's Waterfront and request the Director, Waterfront Secretariat and to: a. work with General Manager, Parks and Recreation, Waterfront Toronto, CreateTO, the Ontario Association of Landscape Architects and the local Councillors in the development and promotion of "Love Parade! Remembering Claude Cormier" with a bike tour of these Waterfront Parks to take place in May, 2026. b. work with General Manager, Economic Development and Culture, and other partners, such as Ontario Association of Landscape Architects and Bikeshare, on the feasibility and promotion of these 5 parks being part of the Visitor Experience for Toronto's Waterfront.
MM40.46amended
The Provincial Government has introduced legislation to take City of Toronto land on Toronto Island and at Bathurst and Queen's Quay. At the March Council Meeting, City Council overwhelmingly voted to oppose any unilateral expropriation of City land by the Government of Ontario. Further, we voted to include Toronto residents and their democratically elected municipal government in all significant decisions impacting Toronto, including decisions about the uses and future of the Toronto waterfront. Through their legislation today, the Government of Ontario has chosen to ignore the decisions of Toronto's government. Worse, the Provincial Government is going to take parkland and pave it at Little Norway Park, in a neighbourhood that needs more precious green space and public space, not less. We need to send a clear message to the Provincial Government that this is not acceptable to us as a municipal government. Nor is it acceptable to the residents of waterfront neighbourhoods, or any resident of Toronto, as they learn there is nothing stopping the Provincial Government from taking parks, roads, public spaces or anything they decide they want. To date, no one has seen concrete or draft plans for the airport expansion. We do not know what it will look like, or the impact it will have on our city. Toronto residents and their municipal government only have media statements from the Province. Further, we know this work cannot move forward without Federal support for airport expansion, through the Port Authority and the Federal Minister, yet we have no clear indication that they support the Province's plans. What we do know for certain is that Torontonians are being kept in the dark by higher orders of government and their land is being taken. As a Council, we must make our opposition clear. Reason for urgency: The Provincial government has introduced legislation to expropriate City land and the City must respond quickly.
City Council on April 22 and 23, 2026, adopted the following: 1. City Council express its strong opposition to the expropriation of any City land, including Little Norway Park, by the Province of Ontario. 2. City Council express its strong opposition to the compensation framework contemplated in the Bill and express the expectation that fair market value for best and highest use be the floor for any discussion regarding compensation for expropriations should the associated Bill be passed by the Government of Ontario. 3. City Council request the Province of Ontario to reimburse the City of Toronto for all capital expenses adjusted to inflation related to Little Norway Park incurred over the last 40 years, including provincial and federal government stimulus funding that funded the 2010 park improvements project. 4. City Council request the Province to provide funding for land, capital, public consultation, and any other costs to acquire and develop replacement parkland, playground and sports facilities equivalent to what is proposed to be expropriated in Little Norway Park, as well as to relocate the Waterfront Neighbourhood Centre community centre, Waterfront Elementary School, The City School, and the Lakeside Waterfront Child Care centre currently located next to Little Norway Park and Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport, should that be required. 5. City Council direct the City Manager to notify the families at The Waterfront School, The City School, and the Lakeside Waterfront Child Care centre, people who access the Waterfront Neighbourhood Centre community centre and the Corleck Building (Irish community centre) residents of the nearby condos, and recreation groups who hold permits for sports leagues at Little Norway Park of the Provincial expropriation and impact on their access to these vital community assets. 6. City Council request the Province of Ontario to provide the option for all residents within 500 metres of the expropriation area to move, at the Province's expense, and purchase or provide rent equivalent homes at fair market value with an apology for the disruption to their community. 7. City Council request the Province of Ontario to compensate any and all recreational sports leagues, including softball, baseball, cricket, and other leagues, for loss of access to a favourite sports facility. 8. City Council request the Deputy City Manager, Corporate Services to review all leases held by the City with the Toronto Port Authority in anticipation of expropriation. 9. City Council request the federal government to disallow this land grab from the province and to clarify their position on the land grab. 10. City Council direct the City Solicitor to explore all legal options in response to the provincial legislation and authorize the City Solicitor to pursue legal action to protect the City's interests. 11. City Council reiterate its request of the Province to work collaboratively with the City on the future of Toronto's waterfront. 12. City Council request the Executive Director, Waterfront Secretariat, or designates, to appear before any public hearings held by the Ontario Legislature regarding the Bill to give testimony in accordance with the position outlined in this item. 13. City Council request the City Manager to submit written comments to any consultations by the Government of Ontario that reflect the City's positions outlined in this item, including City Council's opposition to the unilateral expropriation of waterfront parkland. 14. City Council adopt the position that no costs associated with compliance with the provincial legislation should be incurred or paid by the City of Toronto, including staff time, and that the City must be compensated at fair market value for best and highest use for any land expropriated by the Province. 15. City Council request the General Manager, Parks and Recreation to conduct an impact assessment of the expropriation of Little Norway Park in connection to the introduction of jets at Billy Bishop Airport and the associated increase in traffic volume. 16. City Council call upon all Toronto Members of Parliament to go on record in opposition to the provincial government's expropriation of Little Norway Park and undertake to do everything within their federal powers to stop this expropriation.
Staff recommendation as filed
Mayor Olivia Chow, seconded by Deputy Mayor Ausma Malik, recommends that: 1. City Council express its strong opposition to the expropriation of any City land, including Little Norway Park, by the Province of Ontario. 2. City Council express its strong opposition to the compensation framework contemplated in the Bill and express the expectation that fair market value for best and highest use be the floor for any discussion regarding compensation for expropriations should the associated Bill be passed by the Government of Ontario. 3. City Council request the Province of Ontario to reimburse the City of Toronto for all capital expenses adjusted to inflation related to Little Norway Park incurred over the last 40 years, including provincial and federal government stimulus funding that funded the 2010 park improvements project. 4. City Council request the Province to provide funding for land, capital, public consultation, and any other costs to acquire and develop replacement parkland, playground and sports facilities equivalent to what is proposed to be expropriated in Little Norway Park, as well as to relocate the Waterfront Neighbourhood Centre community centre, Waterfront Elementary School, The City School, and the Lakeside Waterfront Child Care centre currently located next to Little Norway Park and Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport, should that be required. 5. City Council direct the City Manager to notify the families at The Waterfront School, The City School, and the Lakeside Waterfront Child Care centre, people who access the Waterfront Neighbourhood Centre community centre and the Corleck Building (Irish community centre) residents of the nearby condos, and recreation groups who hold permits for sports leagues at Little Norway Park of the Provincial expropriation and impact on their access to these vital community assets. 6. City Council request the Province of Ontario provide the option for all residents within 500m of the expropriation area to move, at province's expense, and purchase or provide rent equivalent homes at fair market value with an apology for the disruption to their community. 7. City Council request the Province compensate any and all recreational sports leagues, including softball, baseball, cricket, and other leagues, for loss of access to a favourite sports facility. 8. City Council request the Deputy City Manager, Corporate Services, to review all leases held by the City with the Toronto Port Authority in anticipation of expropriation. 9. City Council request the federal government to disallow this land grab from the province and to clarify their position on the land grab. 10. City Council direct the City Solicitor to explore all legal options in response to the provincial legislation and authorize the City Solicitor to pursue legal action to protect the City's interests. 11. City Council reiterate its request of the Province to work collaboratively with the City on the future of Toronto's waterfront. 12. City Council request the Executive Director, Waterfront Secretariat, or designates, to appear before any public hearings held by the Ontario Legislature regarding the Bill to give testimony in accordance with the position outlined in this item. 13. City Council request the City Manager to submit written comments to any consultations by the Government of Ontario that reflect the City's positions outlined in this item, including Council's opposition to the unilateral expropriation of waterfront parkland. 14. City Council adopt the position that no costs associated with compliance with the provincial legislation should be incurred or paid by the City of Toronto, including staff time, and that the City must be compensated at fair market value for best and highest use for any land expropriated by the Province.