Toronto City Council
The full agenda, as filed
All 85 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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BL42.1adopted
Introduction of General Bills and Confirming Bills
City Council will introduce General Bills and Confirming Bills.
City Council on June 24 and 25, 2026, passed By-laws 613-2026 to 713-2026, subject to Section 226.9 of the City of Toronto Act, 2006.
CC42.1deferred
On August 6, 2025, I notified the Toronto Transit Commission of my intention to investigate the process leading up to the Toronto Transit Commission's decision not to provide refunds or credits for discontinued legacy fares. I have concluded my investigation and am submitting my report, dated June 17, 2026, to City Council for consideration at its June 24 to 26, 2026, meeting. Toronto Transit Commission leadership and the Toronto Transit Commission Board have had an opportunity to review this report. This report makes eight recommendations which Toronto Transit Commission leadership and the Board have agreed to implement.
City Council on June 24 and 25, 2026, deferred consideration of Item CC42.1 to the July 29, 30, and 31, 2026, meeting of City Council.
Staff recommendation as filed
The Ombudsman recommends that: 1. City Council receive the report, "No refunds for discontinued Toronto Transit Commission tickets and tokens: An investigation behind how the decision was made" (June 17, 2026) for information.
DM42.1amended
Toronto Island is one of our most important destination parks, with 1.5 million annual visitors. The ferry service operates year-round, bringing passengers from across Toronto and the world. In 2027, two new faster, higher capacity ferries will enter service, making the trip to the Island faster and easier. Along with improvements to the Jack Layton Ferry Terminal, and implementation of the Toronto Island Park Plan, we have prioritized making access to and on the Island even better. With the transition of Ferry Fleet management and the Ferry Terminal and docks to Fleet Services in late 2025, there is a new focus on structuring the ferry system as a complete transportation system. And with increasing numbers of visitors expected to Toronto Island as we develop it as a year-round destination, this is the time to examine how an efficient and equitable fare structure should be implemented. Increasing access to Toronto Island with updated ticketing options including discounted fares that have long been implemented through other transportation systems like the Toronto Transit Commission should be reviewed. It is also time to examine alternate ticketing options without fees that can meet our goal of a Toronto Island park that is accessible to all.
City Council on June 24 and 25, 2026, adopted the following: 1. City Council direct the City Manager and the Deputy City Manager, Corporate Services, in consultation with the Chief Financial Officer and Treasurer and the Deputy City Manager, Community and Emergency Services, to explore potential options to reduce financial barriers to accessing the Toronto Islands and report in the second quarter of 2027 with the Toronto Island Park Master Plan update.
Staff recommendation as filed
Deputy Mayor Ausma Malik, seconded by Councillor Paula Fletcher, recommends that: 1. City Council direct the City Manager, the Deputy City Manager, Corporate Services, in consultation with the Chief Financial Officer and Treasurer and the Deputy City Manager, Community and Emergency Services, to explore potential options to reduce financial barriers to accessing the Toronto Islands, including discounted fare policies and removing passenger fees, and report through the 2027 budget process on the results of the review, including recommendations and financial impacts.
MM42.1withdrawn
Item MM42.1 was added to the agenda in error and has been removed by the City Clerk.
RM42.1adopted
- O Canada - Moment of Silence
CALL TO ORDER: 9:37 a.m. Speaker Nunziata took the Chair and called the Members to order. The meeting opened with O Canada. Members of Council observed a moment of silence in memory of: Wilburn Theodore "Stranger" Cole John Jamieson Donaldson Alexander Hryshko Monica Lewis Howard Moscoe Marc Pinizzotto Robert William Pletsch Carl Porritt Marcelo Puente Eric Roher, and Eric Windeler 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 .
CC42.2amended
The purpose of this report is to advise that the City Manager will be submitting a supplementary report that provides a response to Council directive 2026.CC.38.1 to provide an update on the negotiations between the City and Province on executing a memorandum of understanding for uploading the Garinder Expressway and Don Valley Parkway.
City Council on June 24 and 25, 2026, adopted the following: 1. City Council approve the Interim Funding Approach and Framework and the Provincial Terms and Conditions for the Upload contained in Confidential Attachment 1 to the supplementary report (June 22, 2026) from the City Manager and authorize the City Manager and their designates, and the Chief Financial Officer and Treasurer, to negotiate and execute a Transfer Payment Agreement with the Province to accept the provincial funding set out in the Interim Funding Approach and Framework, including any required amendments and extensions, on terms satisfactory to the City Manager, all in forms satisfactory to the City Solicitor 2. City Council approve in principle the terms of the Provincial Term Sheet contained in Confidential Attachment 2 to the supplementary report (June 22, 2026) from the City Manager and authorize the City Manager and their designates, and the Chief Financial Officer and Treasurer, to continue negotiations with the Ministry of Transportation on the implementation of the upload of the Expressways, and to report to Council to seek any authority as may be necessary to implement the Provincial Term Sheet. 3. City Council direct the City Manager and their designates, in consultation with the City Solicitor and the General Manager, Transportation Services and other staff as required, to engage relevant City agencies, commissions and corporations, as may be required, to further develop the terms of the Expressways upload, and to enter into any agreements with such City agencies, commissions and corporations as may be required to do so. 4. City Council direct the City Manager and their designates, in consultation with the City Solicitor, the General Manager, Transportation Services, the Chief Planner and Executive Director, City Planning, and other staff as required, to propose a framework for continuing public space improvements, accessibility, connectivity and placemaking initiatives, including the City Council approved Under Gardiner Public Realm Plan and other public realm improvement initiatives to aid in negotiations with the Ministry of Transportation regarding the implementation of the upload of the Expressways. 5. City Council direct that Confidential Attachments 1, 2, and 3 to the supplementary report (June 22, 2026) from the City Manager remain confidential at this time, as they contain information explicitly supplied in confidence to the City of Toronto by the Province of Ontario. 6. City Council authorize the public release of Confidential Attachments 1, 2, and 3 to the supplementary report (June 22, 2026) from the City Manager at the discretion of the City Manager following the upload of the Don Valley Parkway and Frederick G. Gardiner Expressway to the Province of Ontario. Confidential Attachments 1, 2, and 3 to the supplementary report (June 22, 2026) from the City Manager remain confidential at this time in accordance with the Toronto Municipal Act, 2006, as they contain information explicitly supplied in confidence to the City of Toronto by the Province of Ontario. Confidential Attachments 1, 2, and 3 to the supplementary report (June 22, 2026) from the City Manager will be made public at the discretion of the City Manager following the upload of the Don Valley Parkway and Frederick G. Gardiner Expressway to the Province of Ontario.
Staff recommendation as filed
The City Manager recommends that: 1. City Council receive this report for information.
MM42.2adopted
This Motion authorizes the allocation of Section 42 parkland dedication funds secured from multiple developments to the Parks and Recreation 2026-2035 Capital Budget and Plan to support capital improvements at David Balfour Park, Christie Pits Park, Vermont Square Playground, Ramsden Park, and Taddle Creek Park. The proposed investments will improve accessibility, safety, usability, and park infrastructure in Ward 11 through washroom upgrades, new play equipment, pathway, lighting, safety and accessibility improvements, and supporting utility infrastructure for a new park washroom.
City Council on June 24 and 25, 2026, adopted the following: 1. City Council amend the 2026-2035 Capital Budget and Plan for Parks and Recreation to create a new project, "David Balfour Park Improvements," on a one-time basis, with $300,000 gross and $0 debt in 2026, fully funded by local Section 42 parkland dedication funds secured in Ward 11 ($150,000 from Source Account XR2213-4200726) and in Ward 12 ($150,000 from Source Account: XR2213-4200158), for the purpose of converting the David Balfour Park washroom to year-round use and undertaking planting improvements. 2. City Council amend the 2026-2035 Capital Budget and Plan for Parks and Recreation to create a new project, "Christie Pits Baseball Field Improvements," on a one-time basis, with $150,000 gross and $0 debt in 2026, fully funded by local Section 42 parkland dedication funds secured in Ward 11 (Source Account: XR2213-4201753), for the purpose of improving safety and accessibility at the three baseball diamonds in Christie Pits Park. 3. City Council amend the 2026-2035 Capital Budget and Plan for Parks and Recreation to create a new project, "Vermont Square Playground Improvements," on a one-time basis, with $35,000 gross and $0 debt in 2026, fully funded by local Section 42 parkland dedication funds secured in Ward 11 (Source Account: XR2213-4200498), for the purpose of installing new play equipment for older children at Vermont Square Playground. 4. City Council amend the 2026-2035 Capital Budget and Plan for Parks and Recreation to create a new project, "Ramsden Park - West Entrance Pathway and Lighting Improvements and Play Equipment," on a one-time basis, with $250,000 gross and $0 debt in 2026, fully funded by local Section 42 parkland dedication funds secured in Ward 11 (Source Account: XR2213-4201723), for the purpose of providing a new safe and accessible entrance to Ramsden Park and installing innovative play equipment. 5. City Council amend the 2026-2035 Capital Budget and Plan for Parks and Recreation to create a new project, "Taddle Creek Park Washroom," on a one-time basis, with $300,000 gross and $0 debt in 2026, fully funded by local Section 42 parkland dedication funds secured in Ward 11 (Source Account: XR2213-4200272), for the purpose of designing a new washroom and supporting utility infrastructure.
Staff recommendation as filed
Councillor Dianne Saxe, seconded by Councillor Josh Matlow, recommends that: 1. City Council amend the 2026-2035 Capital Budget and Plan for Parks and Recreation to create a new project, "David Balfour Park Improvements," on a one-time basis, with $300,000 gross and $0 debt in 2026, fully funded by local Section 42 parkland dedication funds secured in Ward 11 ($150,000 from Source Account XR2213-4200726) and in Ward 12 ($150,000 from Source Account: XR2213-4200158), for the purpose of converting the David Balfour Park washroom to year-round use and undertaking planting improvements. 2. City Council amend the 2026-2035 Capital Budget and Plan for Parks and Recreation to create a new project, "Christie Pits Baseball Field Improvements," on a one-time basis, with $150,000 gross and $0 debt in 2026, fully funded by local Section 42 parkland dedication funds secured in Ward 11 (Source Account: XR2213-4201753), for the purpose of improving safety and accessibility at the three baseball diamonds in Christie Pits Park. 3. City Council amend the 2026-2035 Capital Budget and Plan for Parks and Recreation to create a new project, "Vermont Square Playground Improvements," on a one-time basis, with $35,000 gross and $0 debt in 2026, fully funded by local Section 42 parkland dedication funds secured in Ward 11 (Source Account: XR2213-4200498), for the purpose of installing new play equipment for older children at Vermont Square Playground. 4. City Council amend the 2026-2035 Capital Budget and Plan for Parks and Recreation to create a new project, "Ramsden Park - West Entrance Pathway and Lighting Improvements and Play Equipment," on a one-time basis, with $250,000 gross and $0 debt in 2026, fully funded by local Section 42 parkland dedication funds secured in Ward 11 (Source Account: XR2213-4201723), for the purpose of providing a new safe and accessible entrance to Ramsden Park and installing innovative play equipment. 5. City Council amend the 2026-2035 Capital Budget and Plan for Parks and Recreation to create a new project, "Taddle Creek Park Washroom," on a one-time basis, with $300,000 gross and $0 debt in 2026, fully funded by local Section 42 parkland dedication funds secured in Ward 11 (Source Account: XR2213-4200272), for the purpose of designing a new washroom and supporting utility infrastructure.
RM42.2adopted
City Council will confirm the Minutes from the regular meeting held on May 20 and 21, 2026.
City Council confirmed the minutes from the regular meeting held on May 20 and 21, 2026.
CC42.3adopted
Appointment of Public Members to the Toronto Local Appeal Body
At its meeting on June 12, 2026, the Nominating Panel - Toronto Local Appeal body considered Item XV6.1 and made recommendations to City Council. Summary from the report (June 3, 2026) from the City Clerk: The Nominating Panel - Toronto Local Appeal Body will conduct interviews and recommend three candidates to City Council for appointment to the Toronto Local Appeal Body.
City Council on June 24 and 25, 2026, adopted the following: 1. City Council appoint the following candidates to the Toronto Local Appeal Body for a term of office beginning on July 17, 2026, and ending on July 17, 2030, and until successors are appointed. Ron Kanter Trevor Kezwer Gerald Swinkin 2. City Council direct that Confidential Attachment 1 to the Decision Letter (June 12, 2026) from the Nominating Panel - Toronto Local Appeal Body remain confidential in its entirety as it relates to personal matters about identifiable individuals being considered for appointment to the Toronto Local Appeal Body. Confidential Attachment 1 to the Letter (June 12, 2026) remains confidential in its entirety in accordance with the provisions of the City of Toronto Act, 2006, as it relates to personal matters about identifiable individuals being considered for appointment to the Toronto Local Appeal Body.
Staff recommendation as filed
The City Clerk transmits the Decision Letter from the Nominating Panel - Toronto Local Appeal Body. The Nominating Panel - Toronto Local Appeal Body recommends that: 1. City Council appoint the following candidates to the Toronto Local Appeal Body for a term of office beginning on July 17, 2026, and ending on July 17, 2030, and until successors are appointed: Ron Kanter Trevor Kezwer Gerald Swinkin The City Clerk further recommends that: 2. City Council direct that Confidential Attachment 1 to the Decision Letter (June 12, 2026) from the Nominating Panel - Toronto Local Appeal Body remain confidential in its entirety as it relates to personal matters about identifiable individuals being considered for appointment to the Toronto Local Appeal Body. Candidates' biographies Ron Kanter Ron Kanter obtained a law degree from the University of Toronto, and an LLM from Osgoode Hall Law School. He served as a Toronto City Councillor and MPP, and directed a provincial study on development and environmental protection. Ron practiced municipal and planning law at Toronto firms for more than 30 years, representing applicants, objectors, and public bodies. Ron currently mediates, adjudicates and arbitrates disputes about land use, construction and new home warranties. He looks forward to presiding at Toronto Local Appeal Body hearings, and writing decisions that are fair for all parties and participants. Trevor Kezwer Trevor Kezwer obtained his law degree from the University of Windsor. Trevor also holds a Master's Degree in International Relations from McMaster University. In addition, Trevor holds a Qualified Mediator designation from the ADR Institute of Canada. Trevor has experience working for a municipality, including working with planning staff, and preparing for hearings before the Ontario Municipal Board (now known as the Ontario Land Tribunal). As a resident of Toronto, Trevor appreciates the impact that planning decisions have on local neighbourhoods. Gerald Swinkin Through a legal career spanning from his call to the bar in 1979 to the present, Gerald Swinkin has been a public servant, an advocate in private practice and a Provincially and municipally appointed adjudicator of land use planning disputes, an arc whereby he has left his mark on many communities, and led what he believes to have been a fulfilling life.
MM42.3adopted
Guild Park and Gardens is approaching its centennial year in 2032, representing a significant milestone in the history of the community. This anniversary presents an important opportunity to celebrate the cultural, historical, and natural heritage of the site, while fostering civic pride and community engagement. As a unique cultural and historical landmark within the City of Toronto, the 2032 centennial provides an opportunity to honour this legacy while engaging residents, community organizations, and visitors in a forward-looking celebration. To ensure a coordinated and meaningful commemoration, early planning and collaboration between City of Toronto divisions and community stakeholders will be essential. Guild Park and Gardens is a unique 88-acre historic site situated atop the Scarborough Bluffs in the Scarborough-Guildwood community. Originally established as a private country estate, the property evolved into an artist colony and later a popular country inn before being transformed into a public park. Today, it is widely recognized for its open-air collection of salvaged architectural elements from demolished Toronto and buildings across the Province. The site is also home to the Clark Centre for the Arts. The site reflects a rich and varied history spanning several key periods: - 1914 - The Bickford Estate: The central Arts and Crafts-style mansion was constructed by Colonel Harold C. Bickford. - 1932 - The Guild of All Arts: Rosa Breithaupt Hewetson and Spencer Clark acquired the property and established a rent-free cooperative community for artists, including painters, weavers, and craftspeople. - 1939-1945 - Wartime Contribution: During the Second World War, the Guild contributed to Canada's war effort by supporting training and production activities, including the creation of handmade goods and materials in support of military needs, while continuing to provide space for artistic and craft-based work. - 1950s-1960s - Architectural Preservation Era: During a period of rapid post-war development in Toronto, many historic Victorian and Edwardian buildings were demolished. In response, the Clarks undertook significant preservation efforts, working with stonemasons to salvage and relocate architectural fragments from more than 60 buildings to the site. - 1978 to Present - Public Stewardship: The property was acquired by the Province of Ontario and Metropolitan Toronto and is now jointly managed by the City of Toronto and the Toronto and Region Conservation Authority. The historic Guild Inn has since undergone restoration and currently operates as an event and banquet venue. Guild Park and Gardens feature several notable elements, including: - The Greek Theatre, constructed from marble columns salvaged from the former 1912 Bank of Toronto building. - A collection of architectural fragments from significant heritage buildings, including the former Toronto Star building, the Granite Club, and the Temple Building; and - Extensive natural trails along the Scarborough Bluffs, offering scenic views of Lake Ontario.
City Council on June 24 and 25, 2026, adopted the following: 1. City Council request the appropriate City Divisions, including Parks and Recreation, Economic Development and Culture, Heritage Planning, and Corporate Partnerships to collaborate and coordinate efforts to support the planning of Guild Park and Gardens centennial celebrations in 2032. 2. City Council request staff from the appropriate City Divisions, including Parks and Recreation, Economic Development and Culture, Heritage Planning, and Corporate Partnerships to work with the Guildwood Village Community Association and the Friends of Guild Park and Gardens to establish a planning committee to guide the development of centennial programming, events, and legacy initiatives.
Staff recommendation as filed
Councillor Paul Ainslie, seconded by Councillor Nick Mantas, recommends that: 1. City Council request the appropriate City Divisions, including Parks and Recreation, Economic Development and Culture, Heritage Planning, and Corporate Partnerships to collaborate and coordinate efforts to support the planning of Guild Park and Gardens centennial celebrations in 2032. 2. City Council request staff from the appropriate City Divisions, including Parks and Recreation, Economic Development and Culture, Heritage Planning, and Corporate Partnerships to work with the Guildwood Village Community Association and the Friends of Guild Park and Gardens to establish a planning committee to guide the development of centennial programming, events, and legacy initiatives.
RM42.3adopted
Report of the Executive Committee from Meeting 32 on June 16, 2026 Submitted by Mayor Olivia Chow, Chair Report of the Board of Health from Meeting 33 on June 1, 2026 Submitted by Councillor Chris Moise, Chair Report of the Civic Appointments Committee from Meeting 36 on June 8, 2026 Submitted by Councillor Lily Cheng, Chair Report of the Economic and Community Development Committee from Meeting 29 on June 9, 2026 Submitted by Councillor Alejandra Bravo, Chair Report of the General Government Committee from Meeting 30 on June 2, 2026 Submitted by Councillor Paul Ainslie, Chair Report of the Infrastructure and Environment Committee from Meeting 30 on June 10, 2026 Submitted by Councillor Paula Fletcher, Chair Report of the Planning and Housing Committee from Meeting 31 on June 11, 2026 Submitted by Councillor Gord Perks, Chair Report of the Etobicoke York Community Council from Meeting 32 on May 26, 2026 Submitted by Councillor Stephen Holyday, Chair Report of the North York Community Council from Meeting 33 on May 26, 2026 Submitted by Councillor James Pasternak, Chair Report of the Scarborough Community Council from Meeting 32 on May 28, 2026 Submitted by Councillor Paul Ainslie, Chair Report of the Toronto and East York Community Council from Meeting 33 on May 28, 2026 Submitted by Councillor Chris Moise, Chair New Business and Business Previously Requested from City Officials
Committee Reports and New Business were presented to City Council for consideration.
CC42.4adopted
Appointment of Public Members to the Compliance Audit Committee
At its meeting on April 20, 2026, the Nominating Panel - Compliance Audit Committee considered Item NB2.1 and made recommendations to City Council. Summary from the report (April 9, 2026) from the City Clerk: The Nominating Panel - Compliance Audit Committee will conduct interviews and recommend three candidates and two alternates to City Council for appointment to the Compliance Audit Committee. At its meeting on May 26, 2026, the Nominating Panel - Compliance Audit Committee considered Item NB3.1 and made a recommendation to City Council. Summary from the report (May 12, 2026) from the City Clerk: The Nominating Panel - Compliance Audit Committee will recommend one alternate to City Council for appointment to the Compliance Audit Committee.
City Council on June 24 and 25, 2026, adopted the following: 1. City Council appoint the following candidates to the Compliance Audit Committee for a term of office coincident with the term of Council that takes place following the 2026 regular municipal election: Sara Gelgor, as Chair Ramin Faraji Catherine Syms 2. City Council appoint the following candidates to the Compliance Audit Committee as alternate members for a term of office coincident with the term of Council that takes place following the 2026 regular municipal election, such appointment to be effective only in the event that any vacancies on the Compliance Audit Committee occur: Darinka Pejic Richard Austin 3. City Council direct that Confidential Attachment 1 to the Decision Letter (April 20, 2026) from the Nominating Panel - Compliance Audit Committee remain confidential in its entirety as it relates to personal matters about identifiable individuals being considered for appointment to the Compliance Audit Committee. 4. City Council direct that Confidential Attachment 1 to the Decision Letter (May 26, 2026) from the Nominating Panel - Compliance Audit Committee remain confidential in its entirety as it relates to personal matters about an identifiable individual being considered for appointment to the Compliance Audit Committee. Confidential Attachment 1 to the Letter (April 20, 2026) remains confidential in its entirety in accordance with the provisions of the City of Toronto Act, 2006, as it relates to personal matters about identifiable individuals being considered for appointment to the Compliance Audit Committee. Confidential Attachment 1 to the Letter (May 26, 2026) remains confidential in its entirety in accordance with the provisions of the City of Toronto Act, 2006, as it relates to personal matters about an identifiable individual being considered for appointment to the Compliance Audit Committee.
Staff recommendation as filed
The City Clerk transmits the Decision Letters from the Nominating Panel - Compliance Audit Committee. The Nominating Panel - Compliance Audit Committee recommends that: 1. City Council appoint the following candidates to the Compliance Audit Committee for a term of office coincident with the term of Council that takes place following the 2026 regular municipal election: Sara Gelgor, as Chair Ramin Faraji Catherine Syms 2. City Council appoint the following candidates to the Compliance Audit Committee as alternate members for a term of office coincident with the term of Council that takes place following the 2026 regular municipal election, such appointment to be effective only in the event that any vacancies on the Compliance Audit Committee occur: Darinka Pejic Richard Austin The City Clerk further recommends that: 3. City Council direct that Confidential Attachment 1 to the Decision Letter (April 20, 2026) from the Nominating Panel - Compliance Audit Committee remain confidential in its entirety as it relates to personal matters about identifiable individuals being considered for appointment to the Compliance Audit Committee. 4. City Council direct that Confidential Attachment 1 to the Decision Letter (May 26, 2026) from the Nominating Panel - Compliance Audit Committee remain confidential in its entirety as it relates to personal matters about an identifiable individual being considered for appointment to the Compliance Audit Committee. Candidates' biographies: Sara Gelgor Sara Gelgor is an experienced legal, compliance and governance professional. Sara holds a Bachelor of Arts from the University of Toronto, a Bachelor of Laws from Queen's University, a Master of Laws from Cambridge University and a Master of Business Administration from the Rotman School of Management at the University of Toronto. Sara earned the Institute of Corporate Directors, Director corporate directors' designation and is a recipient of the Top 100 Most Powerful Women in Canada award. Ramin Faraji As a proud Torontonian, Ramin strongly believes in electoral system and would like to protect its integrity and uphold the public's confidence in the electoral process. As a Professional Account and an experienced and multi-disciplinary professional with in-depth knowledge of the Municipal Election Act, 1996, and its Campaign Finance rules, he has the technical skills and experience to make sound and unbiased decisions on applications for compliance audits, candidates. He had the honour of serving on the City of Toronto Compliance Audit Committee since 2022. Catherine Syms Catherine Syms is a lawyer and governance professional with over 20 years of senior leadership experience in legal, compliance, risk management, and privacy. She is currently General Counsel and Director of Enterprise Risk, Privacy and Governance at Waterloo Regional Health Network, where she leads the integrated legal and risk functions and supports the Board of Directors. Previously, she served as Vice President, Legal, Privacy and Risk and Corporate Secretary at the Provincial Health Services Authority in British Columbia, and as a Senior Manager in Deloitte's Regulatory, Quality, Risk and Reputation group. Catherine holds a Juris Doctor and Master of Health Services Administration from Dalhousie University, as well as governance, risk, and privacy certifications. She has served on several boards and national committees, including the British Columbia Registered Nurses Foundation and the American Society for Healthcare Risk Management, contributing to governance and community service. Darinka Pejic Darinka Pejic is a senior finance and corporate services executive with more than 20 years of public sector leadership experience in financial management, audit oversight, and governance. She has held senior roles across multiple Ontario ministries and agencies, where she led finance, procurement, payroll, and administration functions and supported audit and risk committees. Darinka serves as National Secretary Treasurer of the Institute of Public Administration of Canada and as a Director with Applaud People in Public Service. A Chartered Professional Accountant and experienced educator, she teaches accounting at the University of Toronto. She brings a strong commitment to transparency, accountability, and evidence-based decision making. Richard E. Austin Richard E. Austin was admitted to the Ontario Bar in 1983 after receiving a law degree from the University of Windsor. He holds a Bachelor of Arts (Honours) majoring in Economics from the University of Toronto, a Master of Business Administration majoring in Finance from York University and the ICD.D designation from the Institute of Corporate Directors. Currently, he is a member of the boards of the Condominium Authority of Ontario, Facility Association, and Credit Counseling Society, sits on tribunals of the Canadian Investment Regulatory Organization and the Electrical Safety Authority, and is the General Counsel of Loop Financial, a fintech start-up.
MM42.4adopted
The motion authorizes the release of $40,000 in Section 42 funds secured from the development at 2175 Keele Street, Toronto to the Parks and Recreation 2026 - 2035 Capital Budget and Plan for Gulliver Park Play Enhancement project.
City Council on June 24 and 25, 2026, adopted the following: 1. City Council amend the 2026-2035 Capital Budget and Plan for Parks and Recreation to increase the project budget for the Gulliver Park Play Enhancement project, on a one-time basis, by $40,000 gross and $0 debt in 2026, fully funded by Section 42 community benefits obtains from development at 2175 Keele Street in Ward 5 (Source Account: XR2213- 4201601), for the purpose of park improvements at Gulliver Park.
Staff recommendation as filed
Councillor Frances Nunziata, seconded by Councillor Paula Fletcher, recommends that: 1. City Council amend the 2026-2035 Capital Budget and Plan for Parks and Recreation to increase the project budget for the Gulliver Park Play Enhancement project, on a one-time basis, by $40,000 gross and $0 debt in 2026, fully funded by Section 42 community benefits obtains from development at 2175 Keele Street in Ward 5 (Source Account: XR2213- 4201601), for the purpose of park improvements at Gulliver Park.
RM42.4received
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.
CC42.5adopted
Redpath Sugar Ltd. ("Redpath") operates a refining, processing, packaging, and storage of sugar and sugar-related products facility which, among other things includes the operation of an electrical co-generation system on the lands known municipally as 95 Queens Quay East (the "Redpath Facility"). There is a November, 2011 agreement (the "November 2011 Minutes") between the City, Redpath, and the Toronto Waterfront Revitalization Corporation (whose obligations have been assumed by the owner of 257 to 259 and 291 Lake Shore Boulevard East, 2 Small Street and 200 Queens Quay East ("Quayside Blocks 1 and 2"), which binds the parties to procedural and substantive obligations related to the assessment and mitigation of the Redpath Facility's environmental impacts on nearby sensitive uses. The regulatory framework guiding the development of sensitive land uses in proximity to industrial uses has evolved since the November 2011 Minutes were executed. More particularly: the provincial noise guidelines in effect at the time the Minutes were executed, "Noise Assessment Criteria in Land Use Planning, Publication LU-131" ("LU-131") and "Sound Level Limits for Stationary Sources in Class 1 and 2 Areas (NPC-205)" ("NPC-205") , have been replaced with "Environmental Noise Guideline, Stationary and Transportation Sources - Approval and Planning (NPC-300)" ("NPC-300"). In addition, Ontario Regulation 1/17 - Registrations Under Part II.2 of The Act - Activities Requiring Assessment of Air Emissions, was made pursuant to the Environmental Protection Act ("O. Reg. 1/17") in 2017, and "Environmental Activity and Sector Registry - Limits and Other Requirements, version 3" (the "EASR Publication") was released in 2021, and set out updated requirements related to odour emissions. The City Solicitor requires instructions about potential modifications to the November 2011 Minutes. As the Quayside Blocks 1 and 2 development review process is ongoing, and the content of the November 2011 Minutes is relevant to the review, this matter is urgent and should not be deferred.
City Council on June 24 and 25, 2026, adopted the following: 1. City Council adopt the confidential instruction to staff in Confidential Attachment 1 to the report (June 11, 2026) from the City Solicitor. 2. City Council authorize the public release of the confidential instruction to staff in Confidential Attachment 1 and Confidential Appendices A and B to the report (June 11, 2026) from the City Solicitor. 3. City Council direct that the balance of Confidential Attachment 1 to the report (June 11, 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 (June 11, 2026) from the City Solicitor were adopted by City Council and are now public as follows: 1. City Council authorize the City Clerk and the Chief Financial Officer and Treasurer to execute Amending Minutes of Settlement, to amend the Minutes of Settlement between Redpath Sugar Ltd., Toronto Waterfront Revitalization Corporation and the City of Toronto, dated November 14, 2011, to the satisfaction of the City Solicitor in consultation with the Executive Director, Development Review, and substantially in accordance with Confidential Appendix A to Confidential Attachment 1 to the report (June 11, 2026) from the City Solicitor. 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 (June 11, 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 (June 11, 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 (June 11, 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 the entirety of 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.
MM42.5adopted
This motion requests City Council authorization to amend the 2026-2035 Capital Budget and Plan for Parks and Recreation by creating a new capital sub-project for Mallow Park Lighting Improvements and increasing the budget by $150,000 gross and $0 debt in 2026, fully funded by Section 37 community benefits secured from developments in the vicinity. The funding will support the design and installation of park lighting and associated infrastructure at Mallow Park in Ward 16 - Don Valley East.
City Council on June 24 and 25, 2026, adopted the following: 1. City Council amend the 2026-2035 Capital Budget and Plan for Parks and Recreation by creating a new capital sub-project/account called "Mallow Park Lighting Improvements" and increasing the 2026 project cost and cash flow by $150,000 gross and $0 debt, fully funded by Section 37 community benefits, with such funds to be drawn from the following source accounts: a. $60,072 from the Section 37 Reserve Fund associated with the development at 15 Mallow Road (Source Account: XR3026-3701071), collected for the purpose of the full build-out of Mallow Park; and b. $89,928 from the Section 37 Reserve Fund associated with the development at 905 Don Mills Road (Source Account: XR3026-3701134), collected for the purpose of recreational facilities located within the vicinity of the application site.
Staff recommendation as filed
Councillor Jon Burnside, seconded by Councillor Lily Cheng, recommends that: 1. City Council amend the 2026-2035 Capital Budget and Plan for Parks and Recreation by creating a new capital sub-project/account called "Mallow Park Lighting Improvements" and increasing the 2026 project cost and cash flow by $150,000 gross and $0 debt, fully funded by Section 37 community benefits, with such funds to be drawn from the following source accounts: a. $60,072 from the Section 37 Reserve Fund associated with the development at 15 Mallow Road (Source Account: XR3026-3701071), collected for the purpose of the full build-out of Mallow Park; and b. $89,928 from the Section 37 Reserve Fund associated with the development at 905 Don Mills Road (Source Account: XR3026-3701134), collected for the purpose of recreational facilities located within the vicinity of the application site.
RM42.5received
Members of Council may file petitions.
City Council on June 24 and 25, 2026, received the following petition for information: 1. Petition headed "Save Our Shops: Protect Local Retail at Wilson Station" submitted by Councillor James Pasternak, Ward 6 - York Centre, containing the signatures of approximately 1,310 persons.
CC42.6adopted
650 Parliament Street - City’s Claim for Recovery of Costs
On August 21, 2018, Toronto Fire Services responded to a reported fire at 650 Parliament Street - a 22 storey residential building with 570 apartment units (the "Property"). The building is owned by Parwell Investments Inc. and Bleeman Holdings Ltd. (the "Property Owner"). Approximately 1,500 residents were initially displaced from their homes. The Property Owner stated that they were not immediately equipped to respond to the emergency, including the provision of interim shelter, food, wares, and transportation for all of the displaced residents of the Building. However, Mr. Samuel Grosz, President of the Property Owner, agreed to make the City whole if the City would provide emergency services to the displaced residents. The City incurred significant costs in providing and facilitating the delivery of emergency human services (e.g., accommodation, clothing, food, access to medical aid, transportation). In 2020, the City commenced legal action against the Property Owner to recover the City's costs of providing emergency human services to the displaced residents of the Property from the Property Owner. The City has since resolved its claim with the Property Owner.
City Council on June 24 and 25, 2026, adopted the following: 1. City Council adopt the confidential instruction to staff in Confidential Attachment 1 to the report (June 10, 2026) from the City Solicitor. 2. City Council authorize the public release of the confidential instruction to staff in Confidential Attachment 1 to the report (June 10, 2026) from the City Solicitor. 3. City Council direct that the balance of Confidential Attachment 1 to the report (June 10, 2026) from the City Solicitor remain confidential as it contains advice about litigation or potential litigation that affects the City of Toronto and contains advice or communications that are subject to solicitor-client and litigation privilege. The confidential instructions to staff in Confidential Attachment 1 to the report (June 10, 2026) from the City Solicitor were adopted by City Council and are now public as follows: 1. City Council receive the confidential attachment to the report (June 10, 2026) from the City Solicitor for information. The balance of Confidential Attachment 1 to the report (June 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 about litigation or potential litigation that affects the City of Toronto and advice or communications that are subject to solicitor-client and litigation privilege. The balance of Confidential Attachment 1 to the report (June 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 confidential 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 the balance of Confidential Attachment 1 to this report from the City Solicitor remain confidential as it contains advice about litigation or potential litigation that affects the City of Toronto and contains advice or communications that are subject to solicitor-client and litigation privilege.
MM42.6adopted
This motion requests City Council authorization to amend the 2026-2035 Capital Budget and Plan for Parks and Recreation by creating a new capital sub-project for Macklin Garden and increasing the budget by $9,000.00 gross and $0 debt in 2026, fully funded by Section 37 community benefits secured from developments in the vicinity. The funding will provide for a small garden project in Ward 16 - Don Valley East.
City Council on June 24 and 25, 2026, adopted the following: 1. City Council amend the 2026-2035 Capital Budget and Plan for Parks and Recreation by creating a new capital sub-project/account called "Macklin Garden" and increasing the 2026 project cost and cash flow by $9,000 gross and $0 debt, fully funded by Section 37 Reserve Fund associated with the development at 39 Green Belt Drive (Source Account: XR3026-3700064), collected for the purpose of neighborhood park improvements.
Staff recommendation as filed
Councillor Jon Burnside, seconded by Councillor Lily Cheng, recommends that: 1. City Council amend the 2026-2035 Capital Budget and Plan for Parks and Recreation by creating a new capital sub-project/account called "Macklin Garden" and increasing the 2026 project cost and cash flow by $9,000 gross and $0 debt, fully funded by Section 37 Reserve Fund associated with the development at 39 Green Belt Drive (Source Account: XR3026-3700064), collected for the purpose of neighborhood park improvements.
RM42.6received
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 June 24 and 25, 2026. June 24, 2026 Speaker Nunziata, during the morning session of the meeting, called upon Mayor Chow to deliver remarks in memory of Toronto Police Constable Marc Pinizzotto. Mayor Chow addressed City Council and gave remarks to honour the life and work of the late Constable Pinizzotto, who died in the line of duty on June 11. Mayor Chow extended condolences on behalf of City Council to Constable Pinizzotto's family and friends, and to members of the Toronto Police Service, and invited Members of Council to observe a moment of silence. Councillor Thompson, during the morning session of the meeting, advised Members of Council that the Taste-of-Lawrence street festival was celebrating its twenty-second year, and introduced a brief video promoting this year's iteration of the festival. June 25, 2026 Councillor Morley, during the morning session of the meeting, gave remarks about the late Carl Porritt. Speaker Nunziata, during the morning session of the meeting, called upon Members of Council to commemorate the late former Toronto City Councillor Howard Moscoe. The following Members of Council spoke on the passing of former Councillor Howard Moscoe: Councillor Mike Colle Councillor Shelley Carroll Councillor James Pasternak Councillor Michael Thompson Councillor Paul Ainslie Mayor Olivia Chow Councillor Alejandra Bravo Councillor Paula Fletcher Councillor Jamaal Myers Councillor Gord Perks Councillor Anthony Perruzza, and Speaker Frances Nunziata Mayor Chow, during the morning session of the meeting, welcomed His Excellency Andrej Medica, the Ambassador of Slovenia to Canada, who was present in the Council Chamber, and advised Members of Council that June 25 was Slovenia Day. Speaker Nunziata, during the morning session of the meeting, welcomed former City Councillor Joe Mihevc who was present in the Council Chamber, accompanying the Ambassador of Slovenia. Councillor Bravo and Mayor Chow, during the afternoon session of the meeting, gave remarks about the late Marcelo Puente, whose family and friends were present in the Council Chamber. Councillor Shan, during the afternoon session of the meeting made remarks to recognize the thirtieth anniversary of the Scarborough Basketball Association, the fiftieth anniversary of the West Rouge Soccer Club and the nearing fiftieth anniversary of the Scarborough National Malvern Soccer Club. Councillor Cheng, during the afternoon session of the meeting, advised Members of Council that Willowdale is launching its first ever pigeon-impact photo contest.
CC42.7adopted
2 Sandfield Road - Ontario Land Tribunal Hearing - Request for Consent to Review Tribunal Decision
On July 2, 2023, the Ontario Land Tribunal (the "Tribunal") issued a decision allowing the appeals filed by 250740 Ontario Inc. (the "Owner") from City Council's refusal of its applications for an Official Plan Amendment and a Zoning By-law Amendment (the "Appeals") for the lands municipally known as 2 Sandfield Road (the "Site"). The Tribunal withheld its final order on the Appeals pending the Applicant's satisfaction of various conditions. The Tribunal decision is attached as Public Attachment 2. On June 3 2026, the City Solicitor's office received a letter from the solicitor for the Owner, wherein the Owner seeks City Council's consent to file a review request of the Tribunal's February 2, 2023 decision (the "Original 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 Original Decision with the Tribunal.
City Council on June 24 and 25, 2026, adopted the following: 1. City Council adopt the confidential instruction to staff in Confidential Attachment 1 to the report (June 11, 2026) from the City Solicitor. 2. City Council authorize the public release of the confidential instruction to staff in Confidential Attachment 1 to the report (June 11, 2026) from the City Solicitor. 3. City Council direct that the balance of Confidential Attachment 1 to the report (June 11, 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 (June 11, 2026) from the City Solicitor were adopted by City Council and are now public as follows: 1. City Council consent to 250740 Ontario Inc. filing a request to review the Ontario Land Tribunal's decision of February 2, 2023, with respect to the appeals of the Official Plan Amendment and Zoning By-law Amendment applications for 2 Sandfield Road (OLT-22-003352), pursuant to Rule 25.8 of the Tribunal's Rules of Practice and Procedure, but take no position with respect to whether the proposed amendments are substantially in accordance with the original approval. 2. 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 (June 11, 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 (June 11, 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.
MM42.7adopted
East York Baseball Association Incorporated is a long-standing seasonal permit group that provides children's baseball programming in Toronto. As a regular user of the baseball diamonds at Stan Wadlow Park located at 888 Cosburn Avenue, East York Baseball Association Incorporated is proposing to fund improvements to support community baseball programming and the ongoing use of these facilities. The Jays Care Foundation, the charitable arm of the Blue Jays organization, has provided funding to East York Baseball Association to support these improvements. The proposed work at Stan Wadlow Park includes lighting upgrades for Diamonds 1 and 2 and infield improvements at Diamond 2, including grading and restoration work. The total in-kind donation amount for the project is valued at up to $0.100 million. Under the City of Toronto Donation Policy, Council authority is required to accept donations over $0.050 million. This motion seeks authority to accept the donation and to enter into the necessary agreement.
City Council on June 24 and 25, 2026, adopted the following: 1. City Council authorize the General Manager, Parks and Recreation to accept the in-kind donation of up to $0.100 million from East York Baseball Association Inc., to support capital improvements to baseball diamond infrastructure at Stan Wadlow Park, in compliance with the City of Toronto Donation Policy and provided an acceptable agreement can be negotiated.
Staff recommendation as filed
Councillor Brad Bradford, seconded by Councillor Rachel Chernos Lin, recommends that: 1. City Council authorize the General Manager, Parks and Recreation to accept the in-kind donation of up to $0.100 million from East York Baseball Association Inc., to support capital improvements to baseball diamond infrastructure at Stan Wadlow Park, in compliance with the City of Toronto Donation Policy and provided an acceptable agreement can be negotiated.
RM42.7amended
City Council will review the Order Paper.
June 24, 2026: City Council adopted the June 24, 2026, Order Paper as amended and all other items not held on consent. June 25, 2026: City Council adopted the June 25, 2026, Order Paper as amended.
CC42.8adopted
2650 Lawrence Avenue East - Ontario Land Tribunal Hearing - Request for Directions
On August 13, 2025, a revised Zoning By-law Amendment was submitted to permit a 33-storey residential building and 43-storey mixed-use building. A separate Official Plan Amendment application was submitted on August 13, 2025, concurrently with the revised Zoning By-law Amendment application. On August 20, 2025, the Applicant appealed the Zoning By-law Amendment application to the Ontario Land Tribunal due to City Council failing to make a decision within the prescribed time frames in the Planning Act. On January 13, 2026, the applicant appealed the Official Plan Amendment application to the Ontario Land Tribunal due to City Council failing to make a decision within the prescribed time frames in the Planning Act. The City Solicitor requires further direction as the hearing will start in November, 2026.
City Council on June 24 and 25, 2026, adopted the following: 1. City Council adopt the confidential instructions to staff in Confidential Attachment 1 to the report (June 10, 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, B, and C to the report (June 10, 2026) from the City Solicitor. 3. City Council direct that the balance of Confidential Attachment 1 to the report (June 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. The confidential instructions to staff in Confidential Attachment 1 to the report (June 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 June 9, 2026, set out in Confidential Appendix A to the report (June 10, 2026) from the City Solicitor, the settlement plans as set out in Confidential Appendix B and Confidential Appendix C to the report (June 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 Zoning By-law Amendment is satisfactory to the Executive Director, Development Review and the City Solicitor; b. the owner has submitted a final Site Grading Plan, signed and stamped by a qualified professional engineer, to the satisfaction of the Toronto and Region Conservation Authority and the Executive Director, Development Review; c. the owner has submitted a final floodplain/flood hazard memorandum, signed and stamped by a qualified professional engineer, to the satisfaction of the Toronto and Region Conservation Authority; d. the owner has submitted a revised Functional Servicing and Stormwater Management Report to the satisfaction of the Executive Director, Engineering Review; e. the owner has secured the design and provided financial securities in respect of any upgrades or required improvements to the existing municipal infrastructure identified in the accepted Engineering Reports, to support the development, all to the satisfaction of the Director, Engineering Review, and the General Manager, Toronto Water, should it be determined that improvements or upgrades are required to support the development, according to the Engineering Reports accepted by the Director, Engineering Review, and the General Manager, Toronto Water; f. the owner has entered into a Municipal Infrastructure Agreement to financially secure the construction of any improvements to the municipal infrastructure in connection with the Functional Servicing Report accepted by the Executive Director, Engineering Review, should it be determined that improvements to such infrastructure are required; g. the owner has submitted a revised Transportation Impact Study, together with satisfactory vehicle manoeuvring diagrams, demonstrating that passenger vehicles, a Large Single Unit design vehicle, and City of Toronto front loading refuse collection vehicles can be safely and adequately accommodated on-site and at proposed access points, to the satisfaction of the Executive Director, Development Review; h. the owner has satisfactorily addressed matters from Tree Protection and Plan Review, Urban Forestry Memorandum dated December 11, 2025, or any outstanding issues raised by Urban Forestry, arising from the ongoing technical review (including provision of acceptable reports and studies), as they relate to the Zoning By-law Amendment application, to the satisfaction of the Executive Director, Environment, Climate and Forestry and the owner; i. City Council approve that, in accordance with Section 42 of the Planning Act, that prior to the issuance of the first above-grade building permit for the development, the owner shall convey an off-site parkland dedication with a minimum area of 791 square metres, the parkland dedication shall have a minimum frontage on Midland Avenue of approximately 29.6 metres and shall be located in the northwest corner of the site; j. City Council approve the acceptance of the off-site parkland dedication, subject to the owner transferring the parkland to the City free and clear, above and below grade, of all easements, encumbrances, and encroachments, and in an acceptable environmental condition, to the satisfaction of the Executive Director, Development Review; k. 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; l. the owner has submitted a revised Landscape Plan, to the satisfaction of the Executive Director, Development Review; and m. the owner has submitted a revised Pedestrian Level Wind Study, including the identification of any required mitigation measures to be secured in the Zoning By-law Amendment, to the satisfaction of the Executive Director, Development Review. 2. City Council authorize the City Solicitor to take all necessary and reasonable actions to implement City Council's decision. Confidential Appendices A, B and C to the report (June 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 (June 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 (June 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, Confidential Appendix B and Confidential Appendix C 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.
MM42.8adopted
First impressions matter. Toronto is a world-class city that sees millions of tourists from across the globe. As visitors explore all the great things our city has to offer - top attractions and excellent restaurants and shopping - it's important that they're welcomed into a city that is visibly clean and cared for. When the green spaces along our boulevards and main roads are overgrown, it distracts everyone from the beauty of our City. Considering opportunities to get ahead of and manage the peak grass growing season we see from April to June is a good step in ensuring Toronto can present itself as the welcoming city that it is.
City Council on June 24 and 25, 2026, adopted the following: 1. City Council request the General Manager, Transportation Services to review the grass cutting schedules in the existing contracts, where operationally and financially feasible, make any necessary adjustments to account for varying growth periods throughout the spring, summer and fall seasons.
Staff recommendation as filed
Councillor Vincent Crisanti, seconded by Councillor Stephen Holyday, recommends that: 1. City Council request the General Manager, Transportation Services to review the grass cutting schedules in the existing contracts, where operationally and financially feasible, make any necessary adjustments to account for varying growth periods throughout the spring, summer and fall seasons.