Item - 2021.QS3.7

Tracking Status

This item was considered by Two-Spirit, Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender and Queer Advisory Committee on September 27, 2021 and was adopted with amendments.

QS3.7 - New Tools for Protecting Local Culture

Decision Type:: Presentation

Status:: Amended

Wards:: All

Committee Decision

The Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer, and Two-Spirit Advisory Committee:

1. Requested the Interim General Manager, Economic Development and Culture, to incorporate the Committee's feedback into the development of a cultural district plan for the City of Toronto.

Decision Advice and Other Information

Mariana Mota, Policy Development Officer, Economic Development and Culture gave a presentation to the Committee.

Summary

The Interim General Manager, Economic Development and Culture will present preliminary information on the development of a new cultural district designation for the City of Toronto to preserve and protect intangible cultural heritage in the city. This presentation seeks to gain strategic feedback and advice from the Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer and Two-Spirit Advisory Committee.

Background Information

(September 27, 2021) Presentation from the Interim General Manager, Economic Development and Culture on New Tools for Protecting Local Culture
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2021/qs/bgrd/backgroundfile-171299.pdf

Motions

Motion to Amend Item moved by Councillor Kristyn Wong-Tam (Carried)

That the Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer, and Two-Spirit Advisory Committee:

1. Request the Interim General Manager, Economic Development and Culture, to incorporate the Committee's feedback into the development of a cultural district plan for the City of Toronto.