Item - 2026.NY34.79
Tracking Status
- This item was considered by North York Community Council on July 7, 2026 and was adopted without amendment. City Council has delegated authority for this matter to the North York Community Council and therefore, the decision is final.
NY34.79 - Naming a Park at 40 Grenoble Drive in Honour of Vanessa Rose
- Decision Type:
- ACTION
- Status:
- Adopted
- Schedule Type:
- Delegated
- Ward:
- 16 - Don Valley East
Community Council Decision
North York Community Council:
1. Named a new park located at 40 Grenoble Drive as “Vanessa Rose Park”.
Origin
Summary
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 subject naming proposal was submitted by Ward 16 (Don Valley East) City Councillor Jon Burnside. The proposal seeks to name a new park located at 40 Grenoble Drive as “Vanessa Rose Park.” This proposal has garnered significant support from long-time residents and community members who either collaborated directly with Vanessa Rose or recognize her substantial impact on the communities of Don Valley West, Thorncliffe Park, and Flemingdon Park.
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.
Background Information
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2026/ny/bgrd/backgroundfile-288235.pdf