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Respect and understanding is needed more than ever today as we mark #InternationalTransDayOfVisibility
This morning I rose in City Council's meeting to recognize this important day. Protecting transgender rights is a responsibility that falls on each of us.
Learn more about the motion by visiting: https://t.co/jrUAdrlLVE
I'd also like to hear what you think about ASE Cameras. Head over to https://t.co/SFfNJzOwkJ and answer my 2-question poll.
Later this week City Council will vote on whether to increase the amount of city-wide Automated Speed Enforcement (ASE) cameras from 75 to 150 and whether they should operate 24/7.
I was happy to second this motion which was brought forward by Deputy Mayor @McKelvieTO.
The deadline for restaurants to apply for a permit for a #CafeTO curb lane space is March 28th.
This is a great way for eligible establishments to expand capacity, increase revenue, & welcome new and returning patrons.
To Learn more & apply visit: https://t.co/ZUnPFW3XI2
Today has been proclaimed #Semainedelafrancophonie de Toronto, or #TorontoFrancophonieWeek by Deputy Mayor @McKelvieTO.
This week we celebrate the history and community of French-speakers across our City.
Learn about this week's Events by visiting: https://t.co/ykmJh2qHCF
Enjoy free drop-in activities during March Break at Toronto History Museums ๐
From games to scavenger hunts to interesting crafts and more - thereโs fun for the whole family! Find more details about what each site has to offer: https://t.co/LZriQvMXuK
Like our surrounding municipalities, we are continuing to see an unacceptable high number of auto thefts in our city.
Please read my full statement below.
Today is @cityoftoronto Day, marking the day York was incorporated into the City of Toronto.
To commemorate the day, the Toronto Sign will be illuminated in blue tonight.
Happy City of Toronto Day to all!
Last night I hosted my annual #BlackHistoryMonth celebration & was joined by Deputy Mayor
@McKelvieTO
From talented local artists, dedicated community leaders, residents all over the City,& the delicious food (including my homemade Cows Foot Soup) a great time was had by all!
Tonight, I attended @MikeColleTo's #BlackHistoryMonth Celebration with wonderful musical performances by Jay Douglas, Everton Pablo Paul, Carol Brown, Wendy Irvine, Maurice Gordon and Dave de Launay.
There are just a few days left to submit your Vacant Home Tax declarations to meet the Feb. 28 deadline.
The Vacant Home Tax was enacted to help increase housing supply in our City.
For more information and to submit your declaration visit: https://t.co/vTbp2YtcWn
-The By-Election will be held on Monday June 26, 2023;
-Advanced Voting will take place June 8-13, 2023;
-Electors will have the option to vote by mail;
-Nominations for Mayor will run from April 3 thru May 12.
To Learn More Visit: https://t.co/ukN7TtMSIv
Toronto's City Clerk has released the key dates for the upcoming Mayoral By-Election, the largest in Canadian History!
These dates are subject to City Council declaring the Mayor's seat vacant & passing a bylaw requiring a by-election at the next Council Meeting on March 29-31
Here are some of the updates from yesterday's North York Community Council (NYCC) Meeting:
*699-711 Lawrence Avenue W (Zoning Bylaw Amendment) was adopted and the City Solicitor will attend the Ontario Land Tribunal to resolve outstanding issues with the Applicant; (1/4)
*738 Marlee Avenue (Demolition Application) was approved with an amendment by me which will direct City Staff to report back on the fisability of notifying residents within 120M of any demolitions taking place. (3/4)