Next Steps on Supportive Housing
In June of 2021, City Council approved construction of a supportive housing project, consisting of 59 modular housing units, at 175...
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- Feb 4
Snow Clearing (UPDATED)
Updated (February 2022): We gritted our teeth in anticipation this week as another 10cm of snow fell on a city that was still working on...
- Feb 4
Centrepoint Mall Redevelopment Application (Updated with Consultation Info)
Updated (February 2022): A community meeting is scheduled to provide residents with a very preliminary overview of the Centrepoint Mall...
- Feb 4
Thanks to North York General Hospital
With their heroic ongoing efforts over the past two years, every healthcare worker deserves a note of thanks. That's just what local...
- Feb 4
Be Aware of Auto Theft
The rate of auto theft in Toronto has risen steadily in recent years, increasing by 81 per cent since 2017, the Toronto Police Service is...
- Jan 22
People on Streets
People on Streets While the rest of us sheltered from this month's bitter cold by stepping inside our front doors, I learned of a man...
- Jan 21
Helping Willowdale Welcome Centre Keep People Warm
This month's weather has been brutal for those without homes. The Willowdale Welcome Centre at 5800 Yonge is temporarily a homeless...
- Jan 21
Embracing Willowdale's Winter
Many have embraced the cold by turning to winter activities to stay active and find the fun side of this week's massive snowfall. Natural...
- Jan 21
No Blue Bins for Coffee Pods
The City of Toronto does not accept single serve coffee pods in its Blue Bin Recycling or Green Bin Organics programs. This has come up...
- Jan 17
Storm Update - Jan 17
In response to today’s significant snowfall and ongoing winter storm, the City is modifying and in some cases suspending delivery of some...
- Dec 17, 2021
Work Beginning on Subway Extension
When the 8 kilometer extension of Yonge (Line 1) subway is completed by Metrolinx in 2030, it's expected to add 94,000 passengers daily...
- Dec 17, 2021
Winter Snow Clearing
When winter arrives, our office gets many inquiries about when and where the City clears ice and snow. During the peak season, the City...
- Dec 17, 2021
An Urgent Message About Omicron
Almost two years into this godforsaken pandemic, we find ourselves staring into a dark new reality likely to upend our daily lives – all...
- Dec 17, 2021
Infrastructure Key for New Development
by Markus O'Brien Fehr, Chief of Staff I often express concerns about how much density is coming to our neighbourhood and can be branded...
- Dec 17, 2021
City Offices, Holiday Hours & Renovations
The City has delayed plans to fully re-open City Hall and civic buildings such as the North York Civic Centre (5100 Yonge Street). ...
- Nov 26, 2021
Toronto Public Library MAP Pass Returns
Toronto Public Library resumed its Museum + Arts Pass (MAP) program this week allowing free admission to local museums, art galleries and...
- Nov 26, 2021
A Little Joy for the Holidays
As the holidays approach, many families find it hard to celebrate due to challenging circumstances. Neighbourlink North York organizes a...
- Nov 26, 2021
Reservations Dropped for Many Fitness & Swim Programs
As on November 29, online reservations will no longer be required for City of Toronto fitness centres, weight rooms, indoor playgrounds,...
- Nov 26, 2021
MPAC Assessments Distributed
Last week MPAC mailed out nearly 900,000 property assessment notices in Ontario where ownership, registration or property status may have...
- Nov 26, 2021
City's Winter Programming
The skating rink at Mel Lastman Square opens for the season tomorrow (November 27). An additional 50 City operated outdoor rinks will...