Item - 2025.MM29.21
Tracking Status
- City Council adopted this item on April 23 and 24, 2025 without amendments.
MM29.21 - Charting a Path to a Healing Memorial for the Yonge Street Tragedy - by Councillor Lily Cheng, seconded by Mayor Olivia Chow
- Decision Type:
- ACTION
- Status:
- Adopted
- Ward:
- 18 - Willowdale
City Council Decision
City Council on April 23 and 24, 2025, adopted the following:
1. City Council direct the General Manager, Parks and Recreation, in consultation with the General Manager, Economic Development and Culture, to bring forward a plan for a Yonge Street Tragedy memorial in Olive Square Park, and report back to the July 9, 2025, meeting of the Economic and Community Development Committee with:
a. a consultative plan to engage victims’ families, the Yonge Street Tragedy Memorial Steering Committee and the Willowdale community;
b. proposed scope, including current site conditions and elements discussed with the steering committee, including consideration of a water feature, perennial garden and lighting;
c. design contest timeline;
d. work plan;
e. funding sources; and
f. a plan that brings forward the earliest possible date of implementation.
Background Information (City Council)
Motions (City Council)
That Councillor Lily Cheng be permitted to add to the agenda of today's meeting an urgent Motion without Notice concerning:
Charting a Path to a Healing Memorial for the Yonge Street Tragedy
Reason for Urgency:
This Motion is urgent because a permanent memorial is urgently needed to honour the victims and provide a dedicated space for reflection and healing. Given the years that have passed since the tragedy, it is crucial to act swiftly and establish the memorial in a timely manner for a respectful tribute. Regrettably, challenges arose due to the scheduled reconstruction of Yonge Street and future refresh of Mel Lastman Square which made it difficult to select an appropriate location.