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Stephen Holyday

councillor · Ward 2 (Etobicoke Centre)

898voted yes
842voted no
0absent
1recused

1,741 recorded ballots between 2022-11-23 and 2026-07-07. Voted against 48% of the time when present. Recused means a declared conflict of interest, not an absence.

On the record

pressed Toronto's push for constitutional protection from Queen's Park stalls at the last Executive Committee of the term. Questioned the whole direction, raised risks of local government running amok and duplicated services across the Mississauga border (2026-07-21)

Votes against

DateItemMotionResult
2026-06-252026.CC42.12. Follow Up on 2026.EX31.2: Framework for Implementing a Maximum Indoor Temperature By-lawAmend ItemCarried, 23-1
2026-06-252026.MM42.39. Creating a Pedestrian Streets Program for Toronto - by Councillor Josh Matlow, seconded by Councillor Chris MoiseAdopt ItemCarried, 16-6
2026-06-252026.IE30.12. Expansion of Ontario's Deposit Return ProgramAdopt ItemCarried, 18-3
2026-06-252026.MM42.59. Temporary Delegation of Authorities Required for the Church Street Pedestrianization Pilot - by Councillor Chris Moise, seconded by Councillor Josh MatlowAdopt ItemCarried, 21-4
2026-06-252026.EX32.5. Toronto Hydro Corporation Annual General Meeting and 2025 Audited Financial StatementsAmend Item (Additional)Carried, 21-1
2026-06-252026.MM42.39. Creating a Pedestrian Streets Program for Toronto - by Councillor Josh Matlow, seconded by Councillor Chris MoiseWaive ReferralCarried, 16-6
2026-06-252026.MM42.55. Recognition, Restoration, and Expansion of The AIDS Memorial (Toronto) - by Mayor Olivia Chow, seconded by Councillor Jamaal MyersAmend ItemLost, 5-17
2026-06-242026.MM42.44. Reducing Development Charges in Partnership with the Provincial and Federal Governments - by Mayor Olivia Chow, seconded by Councillor Shelley CarrollAdopt Item as AmendedCarried, 25-1
2026-06-242026.MM42.44. Reducing Development Charges in Partnership with the Provincial and Federal Governments - by Mayor Olivia Chow, seconded by Councillor Shelley CarrollAmend Item (Additional)Carried, 22-4
2026-06-242026.MM42.44. Reducing Development Charges in Partnership with the Provincial and Federal Governments - by Mayor Olivia Chow, seconded by Councillor Shelley CarrollAmend Item (Additional)Lost, 7-19
2026-06-242026.TE31.24. 9 Drumsnab Road - Alterations to a Designated Heritage Property in the South Rosedale Heritage Conservation District - RefusalAmend ItemCarried, 23-1
2026-06-242026.EY32.1. 2686 and 2688 Lake Shore Boulevard West - Official Plan and Zoning By-law Amendment Application - Decision Report - ApprovalAdopt Item as AmendedCarried, 19-1
2026-05-262026.EY32.8. 4 Berryton Avenue - Request for a Fence Exemption to the Toronto Municipal Code, Chapter 447Amend ItemCarried, 3-1
2026-05-212026.DM41.1. Payment of Legal Expenses Related to an Integrity Commissioner InvestigationAdopt Item as AmendedCarried, 16-6
2026-05-212026.SC31.1. 3307 and 3313 Ellesmere Road - Official Plan Amendment and Zoning By-law Amendment - Decision Report - ApprovalAmend ItemCarried, 12-9
2026-05-212026.PH29.5. Advancing the City's Affordable Housing Access SystemAmend ItemCarried, 21-1
2026-05-212026.DM41.1. Payment of Legal Expenses Related to an Integrity Commissioner InvestigationAmend ItemCarried, 16-6
2026-05-212026.PH30.6. Building Toronto's Housing Future - Housing Development Office 2026 Annual Toronto Builds Update and Three-Year Work PlanAmend MotionCarried, 22-2
2026-05-212026.MM41.24. A Voice for Torontonians on Jet Island Airport Plan - by Councillor Dianne Saxe, seconded by Councillor Josh MatlowWaive ReferralCarried, 18-7
2026-05-212026.MM41.6. 5 Sulkara Court - Request for City Solicitor to Attend at the Toronto Local Appeal Body - by Councillor Jon Burnside, seconded by Councillor Lily ChengAdopt ItemCarried, 23-1
2026-05-212026.EX31.2. Standardizing the Air Conditioner Benefit (Pilot)Amend ItemLost, 8-16
2026-05-212026.EX31.2. Standardizing the Air Conditioner Benefit (Pilot)Amend Item (Additional)Carried, 23-1
2026-05-212026.DM41.1. Payment of Legal Expenses Related to an Integrity Commissioner InvestigationAmend Item (Additional)Carried, 18-4
2026-05-212026.TE32.46. Pedestrianizing Church Street PilotAdopt Item as AmendedCarried, 20-4
2026-05-212026.MM41.20. Improving Access to Toronto Island Park - by Deputy Mayor Ausma Malik, seconded by Councillor Paula FletcherWaive ReferralCarried, 18-7
2026-05-212026.MM41.34. Creating the City of Toronto Bi-Annual Affordable Housing Awards of Excellence - by Councillor Paula Fletcher, seconded by Councillor Gord PerksAdopt ItemCarried, 24-1
2026-05-212026.TE32.5. 1233 Yonge Street and 9 Woodlawn Avenue East - Official Plan and Zoning By-law Amendment Application - Decision Report - ApprovalAdopt ItemCarried, 19-5
2026-05-212026.PH30.3. 3838 Bloor Street West - Official Plan and Zoning By-law Amendment Application - Decision Report - ApprovalAdopt Item as AmendedCarried, 21-2
2026-05-212026.MM41.24. A Voice for Torontonians on Jet Island Airport Plan - by Councillor Dianne Saxe, seconded by Councillor Josh MatlowAdopt ItemLost, 9-16
2026-05-212026.SC31.19. Review of Parking and Transit Related Requests for ScarboroughAmend ItemCarried, 19-3
2026-05-212026.EX31.2. Standardizing the Air Conditioner Benefit (Pilot)Amend ItemCarried, 23-1
2026-05-212026.CC41.14. 155 St Dennis Drive - Ontario Land Tribunal Hearing - Request for DirectionsAmend Item (Additional)Lost, 7-15
2026-05-212026.TE32.12. 954, 956 and 958 Broadview Avenue and 72 Chester Hill Road - Official Plan Amendment and Zoning By-law Amendment Application - Decision Report - ApprovalAmend ItemCarried, 20-3
2026-05-212026.EX31.2. Standardizing the Air Conditioner Benefit (Pilot)Adopt Item as AmendedCarried, 23-1
2026-05-212026.MM41.4. Enabling Shelter Allowance Savings for Individuals Experiencing Homelessness - by Councillor Paul Ainslie, seconded by Councillor Neethan ShanWaive ReferralCarried, 22-3
2026-05-212026.PH30.6. Building Toronto's Housing Future - Housing Development Office 2026 Annual Toronto Builds Update and Three-Year Work PlanAdopt Item as AmendedCarried, 22-1
2026-05-212026.CC41.1. Making it Easier to Build More Housing: Extending Development Charge Incentives to Condominium Multiplexes and Engaging on the Review of the Ontario Building CodeAmend Item (Additional)Carried, 21-1
2026-05-212026.MM41.29. 9 Hertford Avenue - Request for City Solicitor to Attend at the Toronto Local Appeal Body - by Councillor Frances Nunziata, seconded by Councillor Paula FletcherAdopt ItemCarried, 24-1
2026-05-212026.CC41.7. Leave to Intervene in Supreme Court of Canada Case addressing Municipal Powers: Westcan Recyclers Ltd. v. CalgaryAdopt ItemCarried, 20-2
2026-05-212026.CC41.1. Making it Easier to Build More Housing: Extending Development Charge Incentives to Condominium Multiplexes and Engaging on the Review of the Ontario Building CodeAdopt Item as AmendedCarried, 21-1
2026-05-212026.MM41.4. Enabling Shelter Allowance Savings for Individuals Experiencing Homelessness - by Councillor Paul Ainslie, seconded by Councillor Neethan ShanAdopt ItemCarried, 22-1
2026-05-202026.DM41.3. Towards a Vision for a Design Standard for Future Toronto Subway Stations - by Councillor Lily Cheng, seconded by Councillor Jamaal MyersRefer ItemCarried, 15-9
2026-05-202026.DM41.2. Responding to Bill 98, Building Homes and Improving Transportation Infrastructure Act, 2026 - by Councillor Jamaal Myers, seconded by Councillor Alejandra BravoAmend Item (Additional)Carried, 20-1
2026-05-202026.IE29.6. Amending the Foundation Drainage Policy and Storm Sewer Quality Limit for ManganeseAmend Item (Additional)Carried, 20-2
2026-05-202026.GG29.11. Non-Competitive Contract with Toronto Metropolitan University for Partnerships to Address the Digital DivideAdopt ItemCarried, 22-2
2026-05-202026.GG29.12. Non-Competitive Contract with RideShark Corporation for the Smart Commute Online ToolAdopt ItemCarried, 23-2
2026-05-202026.TE32.10. 17-19, 23 and 25 Toronto Street and 55 and 57 Adelaide Street East - Zoning By-law Amendment Application - Decision Report - ApprovalAdopt ItemCarried, 22-3
2026-05-202026.IE29.6. Amending the Foundation Drainage Policy and Storm Sewer Quality Limit for ManganeseAdopt Item as AmendedCarried, 21-1
2026-05-202026.PH30.2. Toronto Builds: 970 Kipling Avenue - Zoning By-law Amendment Application - Decision Report - ApprovalAdopt ItemCarried, 20-1
2026-05-202026.CC41.10. 112 Walmer Road - Development Charges Complaint and Parkland Levy Appeal - Request for DirectionsAdopt ItemCarried, 22-1
2026-05-202026.TE32.11. 17-19, 23 and 25 Toronto Street and 55 Adelaide Street East - Alterations to Heritage Properties, Demolition of a Building within the St. Lawrence Neighbourhood Heritage Conservation District, Approval of a Replacement Building and Authority to Enter into a Heritage Easement AgreementAdopt ItemCarried, 23-2
2026-05-112026.GG29.2. Amendment to Blanket Contract 47025662 to Avron Foods Limited for the Supply and Delivery of Snack Foods for the Expanded Universal CampTO Child Nutrition Program for Parks and RecreationAdopt ItemCarried, 4-1
2026-05-112026.GG29.11. Non-Competitive Contract with Toronto Metropolitan University for Partnerships to Address the Digital DivideAdopt ItemCarried, 4-1
2026-05-112026.GG29.12. Non-Competitive Contract with RideShark Corporation for the Smart Commute Online ToolAdopt ItemCarried, 4-1
2026-04-232026.CC40.4. Legal Options to Defend City of Toronto's Interests at Billy Bishop Airport Lands and Other City-Owned Waterfront LandsAdopt ItemCarried, 24-1
2026-04-232026.MM40.25. Community Engagement Process to Assess Local Community Support for Echoes and Nighttime Closure of Barbara Hall Park - by Councillor Chris Moise, seconded by Councillor Jamaal MyersWaive ReferralLost, 6-17
2026-04-232026.MM40.46. Opposing the Provincial Land Grab at Bathurst Quay and the Island - by Mayor Olivia Chow, seconded by Deputy Mayor Ausma MalikAmend Item (Additional)Carried, 22-3
2026-04-232026.MM40.25. Community Engagement Process to Assess Local Community Support for Echoes and Nighttime Closure of Barbara Hall Park - by Councillor Chris Moise, seconded by Councillor Jamaal MyersWaive ReferralLost, 7-16
2026-04-232026.MM40.46. Opposing the Provincial Land Grab at Bathurst Quay and the Island - by Mayor Olivia Chow, seconded by Deputy Mayor Ausma MalikAdopt Item as AmendedCarried, 24-1
2026-04-232026.MM40.46. Opposing the Provincial Land Grab at Bathurst Quay and the Island - by Mayor Olivia Chow, seconded by Deputy Mayor Ausma MalikAdopt Item as AmendedCarried, 22-3

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