North York Community Council
The full agenda, as filed
All 34 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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NY25.26adopted
As this report recommends the dedication of land for public highway purposes, City Council approval is required. Transportation Services recommends that the lands identified be dedicated as Public Highway to form part of Esther Shiner Boulevard, Provost Drive and McMahon Drive.
North York Community Council recommends that: 1. City Council dedicate as public highway the lands described as Parts 1 and 24 on Plan 66R-25830 as shown on Attachment 1 and Attachment 2 to the report (June 16, 2025) from the Director, Planning, Design and Management, Transportation Services, to form part of the public highway Esther Shiner Boulevard, from the Director, Planning, Design and Management, Transportation Services. 2. City Council dedicate as public highway the lands described as Part 23 on Plan 66R-25830 as shown on Attachment 1 and Attachment 2 to the report (June 16, 2025) from the Director, Planning, Design and Management, Transportation Services, to form part of the public highway Provost Drive, from the Director, Planning, Design and Management, Transportation Services. 3. City Council dedicate as public highway the lands described as Part 22 on Plan 66R-25830 as shown on Attachment 1 and Attachment 2 to the report (June 16, 2025) from the Director, Planning, Design and Management, Transportation Services, to form part of the public highway McMahon Drive, from the Director, Planning, Design and Management, Transportation Services. 4. City Council enact by-laws substantially in the form of the draft by-laws attached as Attachments 3, 4 and 5 to the report (June 16, 2025) from the Director, Planning, Design and Management, Transportation Services.
Staff recommendation as filed
The Director, Planning, Design and Management, Transportation Services recommends that: 1. City Council dedicate as public highway the lands described as Parts 1 and 24 on Plan 66R-25830 as shown on Attachment 1 and Attachment 2 to the report (dated June 16, 2025), to form part of the public highway Esther Shiner Boulevard, from the Director, Planning, Design and Management, Transportation Services. 2. City Council dedicate as public highway the lands described as Part 23 on Plan 66R-25830 as shown on Attachment 1 and Attachment 2 to the report (dated June 16, 2025), to form part of the public highway Provost Drive, from the Director, Planning, Design and Management, Transportation Services. 3. City Council dedicate as public highway the lands described as Part 22 on Plan 66R-25830 as shown on Attachment 1 and Attachment 2 to the report (dated June 16, 2025), to form part of the public highway McMahon Drive, from the Director, Planning, Design and Management, Transportation Services. 4. City Council enact by-laws substantially in the form of the draft by-laws attached as Attachments 3, 4 and 5 to the report (dated June 16, 2025) from the Director, Planning, Design and Management, Transportation Services.
NY25.27deferred
Bayview Mews Lane, Approximately 100 Metres West of Hawksbury Drive - Traffic Control Signals
This staff report is about a matter that the Community Council has delegated authority from the City Council to make a final decision. The Transportation Review Unit of the Development Review Division has assessed the need for traffic control signals at the mid-block location of Bayview Mews Lane and the northeastern site access driveway of 2901 Bayview Avenue. Based on the assessment undertaken, the installation of traffic control signals is not recommended as the warrant criteria have not been met.
North York Community Council: 1. Deferred the consideration of this item until the September 17, 2025 meeting of the North York Community Council.
Staff recommendation as filed
The Acting Director, Engineering Review, Development Review and the Acting Director, Traffic Management, Transportation Services recommend that: 1. North York Community Council not authorize the installation of traffic control signals at the mid-block location of Bayview Mews Lane and the northeastern site access driveway of 2901 Bayview Avenue.
NY25.28adopted
Helen Lu Road - Speed Limit Reduction
This staff report is about a matter that Community Council has delegated authority from City Council to make a final decision. Transportation Review is recommending a 40 kilometre per hour speed limit on Helen Lu Road, between Don Mills Road and Forest Manor Road. This limit is proposed under the Assumption of services report for the development at 32-50 Forest Manor Road. Helen Lu Road has been dedicated as public road allowance. Currently there are traffic regulations on this street. The proposed speed limit is consistent with City policies and guidelines given the operation of the roadway and the surrounding residential / commercial nature of the area.
North York Community Council: 1. Designated a 40 kilometres per hour maximum speed limit on Helen Lu Road, between Don Mills Road and Forest Manor Road.
Staff recommendation as filed
The Director, Traffic Management, Transportation Services and Director (Acting), Engineering Review, Development Review recommend that: 1. North York Community Council designate a 40 kilometres per hour maximum speed limit on Helen Lu Road, between Don Mills Road and Forest Manor Road.
NY25.29adopted
Harlandale Avenue - Construction Staging Area Time Extension
This staff report is about a matter that Community Council has delegated authority from City Council to make a final decision. The Toronto Transit Commission has undertaken the construction of a utility duct bank and pavement rehabilitation on the south side of Harlandale Avenue, between Yonge Street and Beecroft Road. At its meeting of December 3, 2024, North York Community Council authorized the continuation of the temporary closure of the south sidewalk, eastbound traffic lane and the on-street parking spaces on both sides of Harlandale Avenue, from December 4, 2024 to May 31, 2025. Toronto Transit Commission has requested a second time extension of the duration of the construction staging area on Harlandale Avenue, as the site has experienced another setback to the construction schedule due to underground site conditions. Therefore, Transportation Services is requesting authorization to extend the time duration of the construction staging areas on Harlandale Avenue for an additional three months, from July 4, 2025 to September 30, 2025 to allow for the project to be completed.
North York Community Council: 1. Authorized the continuation of the closure of the south sidewalk, the south side parking lane, and a 2.5 metre wide portion of the eastbound traffic lane on Harlandale Avenue, between a point 17 metres west of Yonge Street and a point 22.5 metres further west, from July 4, 2025 to September 30, 2025, inclusive. 2. Authorized the continuation of the closure of the south sidewalk, the south side parking lane, the north side parking lane, and a 2.5 metre wide portion of the eastbound traffic lane on Harlandale Avenue, between a point 70 metres west of Yonge Street and a point 37 metres further west, from July 4, 2025 to September 30, 2025, inclusive. 3. Directed the applicant to continue to pressure wash or sweep (weather permitting) the construction site and adjacent sidewalks and roadways daily, or more frequently as needed to be cleared of any construction debris and made safe. 4. Directed the applicant to continue to construct and maintain a fully covered, protected and unobstructed walkway for all pedestrians, including for those with mobility devices, for the entire duration of the construction staging area permit to the satisfaction of the City engineer and ensure it is compliant with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). 5. Directed the applicant to continue to ensure that the existing sidewalks or the proposed pedestrian walkway have proper enhanced lighting to ensure safety and visibility at all times of the day and night. 6. Directed the applicant to continue to clearly consult and communicate all construction, parking and road occupancy impacts with local business improvement areas and resident associations in advance of any physical road modifications. 7. Directed the applicant to continue to install appropriate signage and request the applicant to install converging mirrors to ensure that pedestrians, cyclists and motorists safety is considered at all times. 8. Directed the applicant to continue to provide a sufficient number of traffic control persons as determined by the Work Zone Coordinator and Toronto Police Construction Liaison Officer, on a daily basis to control construction vehicle access and egress to and from the site and maintain a safe environment for the public. 9. Directed the applicant to continue to provide a sufficient number of pay-duty Police Officers as determined by the Work Zone Coordinator and Toronto Police Construction Liaison Officer, during large scale concrete pours and large scale material deliveries to control vehicle access and egress to and from the site and maintain a safe environment for the public. 10. Directed the applicant to continue to install cane detection within the covered and protected walkway to guide pedestrians who are visually impaired. 11. Directed the applicant to continue to post a 24-hour monitored construction hotline number on the hoarding board, which must be prominently placed and legible from 20 metres and on all elevations from the construction site. 12. Directed the applicant to continue to provide and install public art, including mural artwork, onto every elevation of the hoarding board with adequate spotlighting for night-time illumination, at their sole cost, to the satisfaction of the Ward Councillor. 13. Directed the applicant to continue to cooperate with and provide all necessary assistance to the City Engineers, staff and representatives carrying out operation, maintenance, and construction activities to municipal infrastructure within the vicinity of the construction staging area, and at no cost to the City to remove any staging to accommodate the necessary municipal infrastructure work. 14. Directed that Harlandale Avenue be returned to its pre-construction traffic and parking regulations when the project is complete. 15. Directed the applicant to continue to provide monthly community meetings, to discuss any concerns raised by the community.
Staff recommendation as filed
The Director, Traffic Management, Transportation Services, recommends that: 1. North York Community Council authorize the continuation of the closure of the south sidewalk, the south side parking lane, and a 2.5 metre wide portion of the eastbound traffic lane on Harlandale Avenue, between a point 17 metres west of Yonge Street and a point 22.5 metres further west, from July 4, 2025 to September 30, 2025, inclusive. 2. North York Community Council authorize the continuation of the closure of the south sidewalk, the south side parking lane, the north side parking lane, and a 2.5 metre wide portion of the eastbound traffic lane on Harlandale Avenue, between a point 70 metres west of Yonge Street and a point 37 metres further west, from July 4, 2025 to September 30, 2025, inclusive. 3. North York Community Council direct the applicant to continue to pressure wash or sweep (weather permitting) the construction site and adjacent sidewalks and roadways daily, or more frequently as needed to be cleared of any construction debris and made safe. 4. North York Community Council direct the applicant to continue to construct and maintain a fully covered, protected and unobstructed walkway for all pedestrians, including for those with mobility devices, for the entire duration of the construction staging area permit to the satisfaction of the City engineer and ensure it is compliant with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). 5. North York Community Council direct the applicant to continue to ensure that the existing sidewalks or the proposed pedestrian walkway have proper enhanced lighting to ensure safety and visibility at all times of the day and night. 6. North York Community Council direct the applicant to continue to clearly consult and communicate all construction, parking and road occupancy impacts with local business improvement areas and resident associations in advance of any physical road modifications. 7. North York Community Council direct the applicant to continue to install appropriate signage and request the applicant to install converging mirrors to ensure that pedestrians, cyclists and motorists safety is considered at all times. 8. North York Community Council direct the applicant to continue to provide a sufficient number of traffic control persons as determined by the Work Zone Coordinator and Toronto Police Construction Liaison Officer, on a daily basis to control construction vehicle access and egress to and from the site and maintain a safe environment for the public. 9. North York Community Council direct the applicant to continue to provide a sufficient number of pay-duty Police Officers as determined by the Work Zone Coordinator and Toronto Police Construction Liaison Officer, during large scale concrete pours and large scale material deliveries to control vehicle access and egress to and from the site and maintain a safe environment for the public. 10. North York Community Council direct the applicant to continue to install cane detection within the covered and protected walkway to guide pedestrians who are visually impaired. 11. North York Community Council direct the applicant to continue to post a 24-hour monitored construction hotline number on the hoarding board, which must be prominently placed and legible from 20 metres and on all elevations from the construction site. 12. North York Community Council direct the applicant to continue to provide and install public art, including mural artwork, onto every elevation of the hoarding board with adequate spotlighting for night-time illumination, at their sole cost, to the satisfaction of the Ward Councillor. 13. North York Community Council direct the applicant to continue to cooperate with and provide all necessary assistance to the City Engineers, staff and representatives carrying out operation, maintenance, and construction activities to municipal infrastructure within the vicinity of the construction staging area, and at no cost to the City to remove any staging to accommodate the necessary municipal infrastructure work. 14. North York Community Council direct that Harlandale Avenue be returned to its pre-construction traffic and parking regulations when the project is complete. 15. North York Community Council direct the applicant to continue to provide monthly community meetings, to discuss any concerns raised by the community.
NY25.30deferred
Maniza Road - Parking Restrictions - Referral of item NY23.28 from Toronto City Council
City Council on June 25 and 26, 2025, referred Item NY23.28 to the July 3, 2025, meeting of the North York Community Council for consideration.
North York Community Council: 1. Deferred the consideration of this item until the September 17, 2025 meeting of North York Community Council.
NY25.31adopted
Renaming of Balmoral Park to Michael Mostyn Park
In February 2025, the City of Toronto mourned the loss of Michael Mostyn, a devoted community leader and strong advocate for equity-deserving communities. He was widely recognized for championing human rights and supporting those in need. Following consultations with City staff, residents, community organizations, and family members, Balmoral Park was identified as a fitting location to honour his contributions to Toronto, Ontario, and Canada. Naming the park after Michael Mostyn would recognize his enduring legacy as a leading voice against antisemitism and hate, and his lifelong commitment to defending human rights and promoting justice, inclusivity, and Canadian pluralism. Michael Mostyn joined B'nai Brith Canada, one of Canada's oldest human rights organizations, in 2006 and became its CEO in 2014. Under his leadership, the organization strengthened its role as a national advocate against antisemitism, expanded its support for marginalized communities, and enhanced its delivery of social services to vulnerable Canadians. He was widely respected for his work in building interfaith relationships, promoting Holocaust education, advancing equity and inclusion, and combating discrimination in all forms. In recognition of his service to Canada, Mr. Mostyn was awarded the Queen Elizabeth II Diamond Jubilee Medal in 2012 and the King Charles III Coronation Medal in 2025. Michael Mostyn's leadership and advocacy had a deep impact in Toronto, the city where he lived and worked for decades. He played a vital role in shaping public discourse around inclusion, equity, and justice for marginalized communities. A property naming application was submitted to Strategic Partnerships and included over 90 letters from individuals and organizations across Toronto, expressing strong support for commemorating Michael Mostyn's legacy in a meaningful and lasting way. Balmoral Park was endorsed by Michael Mostyn's family and local residents for its close connection to the community he served and called home. Renaming it "Michael Mostyn Park" would be a meaningful tribute to his life's work and a lasting reminder for current and future generations. Parks and Recreation staff have confirmed that costs associated with the production and installation of the new park sign will be accommodated within the 2025 Approved Operating Budget for Parks and Recreation.
North York Community Council recommends that: 1. Notwithstanding the provisions of the City of Toronto Property Naming Policy, City Council approve the renaming of Balmoral Park to Michael Mostyn Park.
Staff recommendation as filed
Councillor James Pasternak recommends that: 1. Notwithstanding the provisions of the City of Toronto Property Naming Policy, City Council approve the renaming of Balmoral Park to Michael Mostyn Park.
NY25.32adopted
Van Horne Avenue and Silas Hill Drive - All-Way Stop Control
This motion brings forward a necessary and time-sensitive request to improve safety at the intersection of Van Horne Avenue and Silas Hill Drive, directly in front of Divine Mercy Catholic School. Over the past year, I've heard repeated concerns from the school community about safety risks at this location, particularly during drop-off and pick-up hours. In response, I visited the site alongside the school principal and our Transportation Services team to assess conditions on the ground. As outlined in the attached memo from the Director, Traffic Management, staff intend to recommend an all-way stop at this intersection as part of the forthcoming Peanut Streets Plan. While that plan will come forward later this year, this motion seeks to implement the stop control now to enhance safety ahead of the new school year.
North York Community Council: 1. Authorized an all-way compulsory stop control at the intersection of Van Horne Avenue and Silas Hill Drive.
Staff recommendation as filed
Councillor Shelley Carroll recommends that: 1. North York Community Council authorize all-way compulsory stop control at the intersection of Van Horne Avenue and Silas Hill Drive.
NY25.33adopted
Request for Report on Planning Applications before the Ontario Land Tribunal
Given the unprecedented number of planning applications that are being appealed to the Provincial Ontario Land Tribunal, it is critical that local councillors have a comprehensive and up-to-date list of applications before the Ontario Land Tribunal, both current active cases and past decisions made by this Provincial Tribunal, so this information can be shared with constituents who are directly impacted by Ontario Land Tribunal decisions.
North York Community Council: 1. Directed the Chief Planner and Executive Director to report back to North York Community Council quarterly with a breakdown of planning applications that have been appealed to the Ontario Land Tribunal, and this breakdown should include the address, the status of the application, and the decisions made by the Ontario Land Tribunal. 2. Directed the Chief Planner and Executive Director to include, in the report requested in Part 1 above, a brief summary of basic Ontario Land Tribunal processes as they pertain to residential development applications.
Staff recommendation as filed
Councillor Mike Colle recommends that: 1. North York Community Council direct the Chief Planner and Executive Director to report back to Community Council quarterly with a breakdown of planning applications that have been appealed to the Ontario Land Tribunal. This breakdown should include the address, the status of the application, and the decisions made by the Ontario Land Tribunal. 2. These reports should include a brief summary of basic Ontario Land Tribunal processes as they pertain to residential development applications.
NY25.34adopted
North York Community Council will introduce bills.
General Bills North York Community Council passed By-laws 657-2025 to 668-2025, subject to Section 226.9 of the City of Toronto Act, 2006. Confirmatory Bill North York Community Council passed a Confirmatory Bill as By-law 669-2025, subject to Section 226.9 of the City of Toronto Act, 2006.