The City is launching a pilot study that proposes a zoning approach to Multi-Tenant Homes (Rooming Houses) and licensing requirements. Ward 39 is included as a pilot study area. I am opposed to our ward being included and I strongly believe Rooming Houses should not be studied at all. Rooming Houses negatively impact the character of our neighbourhoods and the effectiveness of first responders to respond to calls. Rooming Houses present a danger to the tenants living in those properties. Tenants, especially new Canadians and low-income families, must be protected from Rooming House landlords who have no regard for safety standards including violations of the fire code.
I encourage residents of Ward 39 to attend the City’s public meeting on this issue at the following date and time:
This year, the Golden Maple Leaf Senior Association is co-organizing with Canada National TV (CNTV) to host One Hundred Community Groups of Toronto Celebrating Canada 150 event.
Please join Councillor Jim Karygiannis, Hon. Arnold Chan, MP, Soo Wong, MPP, and other guests for this celebration of Canadian culture!
TTC will be hosting a Pre-construction Open House for the McNicoll Bus Garage. Join TTC staff to learn more about the project, construction schedule, staging plans, building design and the benefits this new facility will bring to transit in Toronto.
Spring is here! As you prepare to enjoy the great weather ahead, we have put together some helpful information in this report. We look forward to welcoming you to my upcoming Community Compost Day on Saturday, May 27th from 10:00 AM until 2:00 PM at Bridlewood Mall. (South & East Corner)
On Monday, the Toronto Newcomer Office will host Toronto Newcomer Day at City Hall and Nathan Phillips Square. Mayor John Tory will welcome newcomers to Toronto and celebrate their contributions. He will be joined by Laura Albanese, Minister of Citizenship and Immigration, Councillor Jim Karygiannis (Ward 39 Scarborough Agincourt), the City of Toronto’s Newcomer Advocate, and Councillor James Pasternak (Ward 10 York Centre), Chair of the Community Development and Recreation Committee.
Let Volunteer Toronto know about the great things they’ve done and they could receive a Volunteer Toronto Legacy Award! Each National Volunteer Week, Volunteer Toronto presents 25 of the city’s most exceptional volunteers with a Legacy Award to recognize their contributions to the community. Visit www.volunteertoronto.ca/legacyawards to find out more and nominate someone today! Nominations are being accepted until January 31st 2017.
