Mar 10, 2020Profile: Canadian Helen Keller CentreStory by Franco Cignelli, Marketing & Communications Specialist, Canadian Helen Keller Centre. This story first appeared on CHKC’s blog....
Feb 26, 2020Next Steps to Addressing Vacant HomesAfter generating much discussion, action on a Vacant Homes Tax was not ultimately part of this year’s budget cycle. This will, however,...
Feb 6, 2020Potential Building Code Service Changes Could Put Public At RiskIn the pursuit of reducing red tape and speeding up development, the Provincial Government has recently proposed changes to how the...
Feb 6, 2020Moving Forward On Transit PartnershipAs the City of Toronto and Province of Ontario continue to move forward on a partnership ensuring high-speed transit expansion, John...
Feb 4, 2020City Council Passes Ravine Strategy PlanToronto is home to a vast network of ravines that play an integral role in providing environmental, health and recreational benefits to...
Jan 29, 2020Community Update On Novel CoronavirusJohn is monitoring the novel coronavirus situation very carefully and is reviewing regular updates from the Medical Officer of Health. We...
Jan 27, 2020Profile: Willowdale Group of ArtistsStory by Margie Wagner Willowdale Group of Artists was founded in 1947 by 10 enthusiastic artists who loved to paint. The objective of...
Jan 20, 2020Vision Of A Main Street On Yonge Still StrongImage: Community Outreach staff member Jesse James speaks to a group of business leaders during the BIA Brunch Meeting this past October....
Jan 20, 2020Win For Families At Yonge Sheppard CentreImage: Catherine LeBlanc-Miller (pictured) stands alongside one of three child care playgrounds at the redeveloped Yonge Sheppard Centre....
Jan 9, 2020Notice: TTC Subway Emergency SimulationStarting at approximately 5:45 AM, 300 participants in passenger roles will begin to be evacuated from a train to a place of safety – the...
Jan 6, 2020Notice: Toronto Hydro Electrical UpgradeThe project area includes Finch Avenue West (North), Senlac Road (East), Sheppard Avenue West (South) and Bathurst Road (West). Expect...
Dec 31, 2019Willowdale Outdoor Ice RinksStory by Stephen Boyle Looking for something to do when the temperature drops and the snow starts to fly? Why not embrace the winter, get...
Jun 12, 2019Cultura Announces 2019 Line-up for JulyWhat will you find on July’s Friday nights in Mel Lastman Square? You just never know until you’re there! Willowdale’s own “community...
Jun 11, 2019Movie in the Square – RESCHEDULED TO JUNE 21Updated (June 11, 2019): Due to the conflict with Game 6 of the NBA Finals and the tremendous support for the Toronto Raptors as they...
Jun 10, 2019Parks & Recreation ImprovementsLocal parks and recreation spaces are a critical part of creating complete communities. To better serve our growing community, we are...
Jun 7, 2019The Future of Sheppard West & Bogert ApartmentsThe Lansing neighbourhoods (west of Yonge, on either side of Sheppard) continue to face extreme development pressure, with two major...
Jun 6, 2019Premier to Open the Floodgates on Development (updated)Updated (June 6, 2019): This week, Bill 108 passed third reading at Queen’s Park and received Royal Assent. It is now law in Ontario. ...
May 31, 2019Fact Checking our MPP on Bill 108Willowdale MPP Stan Cho has released a “fact sheet” on Bill 108. But who’s checking the facts? Virtually every point on the page was...
May 17, 2019Arts in the Parks Season Launch – June 7An initiative of the Toronto Arts Foundation which John helped to launch in 2015, Arts in the Parks brings free, family-friendly arts...
May 10, 2019Coffee With The Councillor – June 3Take an interest in your community by joining Councillor John Filion and all members of his staff for a cup of coffee on Monday, June 3...