Item - 2026.EY33.15

The Etobicoke York Community Council:

1. Adopted the naming of a park at 3780 Bloor Street West as “Constable John Zivcic Park”.

Chair Holyday recognized a number of guests in the Council Chamber who were there to honour Constable John Zivcic:

- Chief Frank Bergen from Hamilton Police, the former Toronto Police Service 22 Division Unit Commander;

- Superintendent Justin Vanderhaden, current Toronto Police Service 22 Division Unit Commander;  

- Staff Sergeant Christina Donaldson; and 

- Toronto Police Constables Fred Hodgson, Andrew Blanc and Dan McGraff.

Chair Holyday advised that the naming of the park as Constable John Zivcic Park, was an important part of Toronto’s history, and an important acknowledgement of community service in recognition of Constable John Zivcic who died in the line of duty on December 2, 2013, while serving as a traffic enforcement officer in 22 Division in Etobicoke.

Councillor Morley thanked all those involved in spearheading the naming of the park and expressed her support.  The naming recognizes Constable Zivcic’s service, his sacrifice and his connection to the Etobicoke community.

City Council adopted the Commemorative Framework at its July 2022 meeting. The Framework provides guidance to the public, Elected Officials, and City staff regarding the commemorative naming and renaming of streets and City properties, and the consideration of proposals for new and existing commemorative monuments.

The proposal seeks to name a new park at 3780 Bloor Street West as “Constable John Zivcic Park.” The proposal has received strong support from colleagues in Toronto Police Service 22 Division and a local community organization, recognizing Constable John Zivcic’s (1979–2013) dedication to public safety and community service.

Parks and Recreation, in collaboration with the Economic Development and Culture Division and Strategic Partnerships, reviewed the application. The review concluded that the naming proposal satisfies the criteria of the Property Naming Policy and aligns with the Guiding Principles for Commemoration.