Minutes Confirmed on July 8, 2025
Scarborough Community Council
- Meeting No.:
- 23
- Contact:
- Nancy Martins, Committee Administrator
- Meeting Date:
- Thursday, June 5, 2025
- Phone:
- 416-397-4579
- Start Time:
- 10:15 AM
- E-mail:
- scc@toronto.ca
- Location:
- Council Chamber, Scarborough Civic Centre/Video Conference
- Chair:
- Councillor Paul Ainslie
SC23.1 - 2823, 2825, 2827 and 2829 Eglinton Avenue East - Zoning By-law Amendment - Decision Report - Approval
- Decision Type:
- ACTION
- Status:
- Without Recs
- Ward:
- 20 - Scarborough Southwest
Public Notice Given
Statutory - Planning Act, RSO 1990
Community Council Recommendations
The Scarborough Community Council forwards the item to City Council without recommendation, as the motion to adopt lost.
Decision Advice and Other Information
The Scarborough Community Council commenced a statutory public meeting on April 3, 2025 that continued on June 5, 2025, and notice was given in accordance with the Planning Act.
Origin
Summary
This Report recommends approval of the application to amend the Zoning By-law for the site municipally known as 2823, 2825, 2827 and 2829 Eglinton Avenue East to permit the development of a 14 storey (49.3 metre including mechanical penthouse) mixed-use building containing 190 residential units and retail uses on the ground floor. The development is proposed to contain 15,231 square metres of residential gross floor area and 672 square metres of retail with one level of underground parking. Access to the underground garage is proposed from one driveway to the rear of the site off Oswego Road.
The proposed development is consistent with the Provincial Planning Statement (2024). The proposed development also conforms to the City's Official Plan. It would provide housing options in a mid-rise form, intensifying an underutilized site along Eglinton Avenue East consistent with the emerging context.
This report reviews and recommends approval of the application to amend the Zoning By-law.
Background Information
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2025/sc/bgrd/backgroundfile-256104.pdf
(June 4, 2025) Revised Attachment 5: Draft Zoning By-law Amendment
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2025/sc/bgrd/backgroundfile-256105.pdf
(March 17, 2025) Revised Report and Attachments 1 to 4 and 6 to 11 from the Director, Community Planning, Scarborough District on 2823, 2825, 2827 and 2829 Eglinton Avenue East - Zoning By-law Amendment - Decision Report - Approval
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2025/sc/bgrd/backgroundfile-255698.pdf
(March 17, 2025) Report and Attachments 1 to 4 and 6 to 11 from the Director, Community Planning, Scarborough District on 2823, 2825, 2827 and 2829 Eglinton Avenue East - Zoning By-law Amendment - Decision Report - Approval
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2025/sc/bgrd/backgroundfile-255696.pdf
Attachment 5: Draft Zoning By-law Amendment
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2025/sc/bgrd/backgroundfile-255697.pdf
(March 5, 2025) Notice of Public Meeting
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2025/sc/bgrd/backgroundfile-255699.pdf
Communications
(June 5, 2025) E-mail from Nicole Corrado (SC.New)
Speakers
Motions
Vote (Adopt Item) Jun-05-2025
| Result: Lost | Majority Required |
|---|---|
| Total members that voted Yes: 2 | Members that voted Yes are Paul Ainslie (Chair), Michael Thompson |
| Total members that voted No: 3 | Members that voted No are Parthi Kandavel, Nick Mantas, Jamaal Myers |
| Total members that were Absent: 0 | Members that were absent are |
SC23.2 - 672 to 676 Birchmount Road - Official Plan and Zoning By-law Amendment Applications - Decision Report - Approval
- Decision Type:
- ACTION
- Status:
- Without Recs
- Ward:
- 20 - Scarborough Southwest
Public Notice Given
Statutory - Planning Act, RSO 1990
Community Council Recommendations
The Scarborough Community Council forwards the item to City Council without recommendation.
Decision Advice and Other Information
The Scarborough Community Council held a statutory public meeting on June 5, 2025, and notice was given in accordance with the Planning Act.
Origin
Summary
This Report recommends approval of the application to amend the Official Plan and Zoning By-law to permit the development of a 7-storey residential building comprised of 226 residential units at 672 to 676 Birchmount Road. The development is proposed to contain approximately 18,300 square metres of residential gross floor area and two levels of underground parking with vehicular access taken from Birchmount Road.
The proposed development is consistent with the Provincial Planning Statement (2024) and conforms to the City's Official Plan. It will provide housing options in an appropriate built form, intensifying an underutilized site along a major street in a way that is respectful of both the existing and planned context.
Background Information
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2025/sc/bgrd/backgroundfile-255564.pdf
Attachment 5: Draft Official Plan Amendment
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2025/sc/bgrd/backgroundfile-255565.pdf
Attachment 6: Draft Zoning By-law Amendment
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2025/sc/bgrd/backgroundfile-255566.pdf
(May 9, 2025) Notice of Public Meeting
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2025/sc/bgrd/backgroundfile-255362.pdf
Communications
Speakers
Andrew Ferancik, WND Associates
Motions
That the item be forwarded to City Council without recommendation.
SC23.3 - 3434 Lawrence Avenue East, Zoning By-law Amendment Application - Decision Report - Approval
- Decision Type:
- ACTION
- Status:
- Amended
- Ward:
- 24 - Scarborough - Guildwood
Public Notice Given
Statutory - Planning Act, RSO 1990
Community Council Recommendations
The Scarborough Community Council recommends that:
1. City Council amend City of Toronto Zoning By-law 569-2013, as amended, for the lands municipally known as 3434 Lawrence Avenue East substantially in accordance with the draft Zoning By-law Amendment attached as Attachment 5 to the report (May 19, 2025) from the Director, Community Planning, Scarborough District.
2. City Council authorize the City Solicitor to make such stylistic and technical changes to the draft Zoning By-law Amendment as may be required.
3. City Council require the Owner to convey to the City, an on-site parkland dedication, having a minimum size of 968 square metres, prior to the issuance of the first above-grade building permit for the development site, to the satisfaction of the General Manager, Parks and Recreation and the City Solicitor.
4. City Council approve the acceptance of on-site parkland dedication, subject to the owner transferring the parkland to the City free and clear, above and below grade, of all easements, encumbrances, and encroachments, in an acceptable environmental condition; the owner may propose the exception of encumbrances of tiebacks, where such an encumbrance is deemed acceptable by the General Manager, Parks and Recreation, in consultation with the City Solicitor; and such an encumbrance will be subject to the payment of compensation to the City, in an amount as determined by the General Manager, Parks and Recreation and the Executive Director, Corporate Real Estate Management.
5. City Council approve a development charge credit against the Parks and Recreation component of the Development Charges for the design and construction by the Owner of the Above Base Park Improvements to the satisfaction of the General Manager, Parks and Recreation (P and R). The development charge credit shall be in an amount that is the lesser of the cost to the Owner of designing and constructing the Above Base Park Improvements, as approved by the General Manager, Parks and Recreation, and the Parks and Recreation component of development charges payable for the development in accordance with the City's Development Charges By-law, as may be amended from time to time.
Decision Advice and Other Information
The Scarborough Community Council held a statutory public meeting on June 5, 2025, and notice was given in accordance with the Planning Act.
Origin
Summary
This report recommends approval of the application to amend Zoning By-law 569-2013, as amended, to permit the construction of two L-shaped residential buildings with heights ranging from 10 to 23 storeys at 3434 Lawrence Avenue East. A total of 855 units are proposed within a total gross floor area of approximately 59,794 square metres. A total of 559.5 square metres of ground floor non-residential floor area is also proposed. A new north-south public road located on the western boundary of the site and a new public park located to the east of the site would also form part of the proposed redevelopment.
The proposed development is consistent with the Provincial Planning Statement (2024) and conforms to the City's Official Plan.
This report recommends a Holding (H) provision on the subject site to ensure that the identified infrastructure matters are addressed to the satisfaction of the Chief Engineer, Engineering Construction Services.
The site is also subject to a Draft Plan of Subdivision application for which a future report will be brought forward to Scarborough Community Council.
Background Information
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2025/sc/bgrd/backgroundfile-255519.pdf
Attachment 5: Draft Zoning By-law Amendment
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2025/sc/bgrd/backgroundfile-255518.pdf
(May 7, 2025) Notice of Public Meeting
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2025/sc/bgrd/backgroundfile-255252.pdf
Communications
(June 5, 2025) E-mail from Nicole Corrado (SC.New)
(June 5, 2025) E-mail from Salim Patel (SC.New)
Speakers
Madeleine Bradshaw, First Capital REIT
Michael Bissett, Bousfields Inc.
Motions
That:
1. Scarborough Community Council delete Recommendation 3 and replace it with the following:
"3. City Council require the Owner to convey to the City, an on-site parkland dedication, having a minimum size of 968 square metres, prior to the issuance of the first above-grade building permit for the development site, to the satisfaction of the General Manager, Parks and Recreation and the City Solicitor."
SC23.4 - 62 Orchard Park Drive - Zoning By-law Amendment Application - Decision Report - Approval
- Decision Type:
- ACTION
- Status:
- Amended
- Ward:
- 25 - Scarborough - Rouge Park
Public Notice Given
Statutory - Planning Act, RSO 1990
Community Council Recommendations
The Scarborough Community Council recommends that:
1. City Council amend City of Toronto Zoning By-law 569-2013, as amended, for the lands at 62 Orchard Park Drive substantially in accordance with the draft Zoning By-law Amendment attached as Attachment 5 to the report (May 20, 2025) from the Director, Community Planning, Scarborough District.
2. City Council authorize the City Solicitor to make such stylistic and technical changes to the draft Zoning By-law Amendment as may be required.
3. City Council direct the General Manager, Transportation Services to work with the local community (Orchard Westhill Manse Alliance), as this application progresses, to address parking on Manse Road, Orchard Park Drive, and Westhill Drive, including parking restrictions, and explore strategies and solutions to improve traffic safety, including speed humps, stop signs, traffic signals, and speed limit reductions.
Decision Advice and Other Information
The Scarborough Community Council held a statutory public meeting on June 5, 2025, and notice was given in accordance with the Planning Act.
Origin
Summary
This report recommends approval of a Zoning By-law amendment to permit the construction of a four-storey (12.62 metres excluding the elevator overrun) residential building containing 47 new affordable rental dwelling units at 62 Orchard Park Drive. The proposed building would be located on the lands currently used as a surface parking lot adjacent to the existing West Hill United Church and Mentoring, Academic, Art Technology Youth Innovation and Cultural Centre (the "MAAT Centre"), which is to be retained and continue operating on the site. A total of 29 vehicular parking spaces are proposed to support the existing Mentoring, Academic, Art Technology Youth Innovation and Cultural Centre and the proposed development.
This report recommends a Holding (H) provision on the subject site to ensure that the identified infrastructure matters are addressed to the satisfaction of the Chief Engineer, Engineering Construction Services.
Background Information
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2025/sc/bgrd/backgroundfile-255588.pdf
Attachment 5: Draft Zoning By-law Amendment
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2025/sc/bgrd/backgroundfile-255575.pdf
(May 7, 2025) Notice of Public Meeting
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2025/sc/bgrd/backgroundfile-255253.pdf
Communications
Speakers
Marko Maric, SHS Inc
Julie Fader, SHS Inc.
Zeki Kamil
Scott Seiger
Blaine Elliott, Orchard Park Drive, West Hill Drive, and Manse Road Alliance
Aylmer Menezes, Orchard Park Drive, West Hill Drive, and Manse Road Alliance
Andrew Vindigni, Orchard Park Drive, West Hill Drive, and Manse Road Alliance
Brooks Gorst, Orchard Park Drive, West Hill Drive, and Manse Road Alliance
Bahauddin Khaja
Shabnam Khaja
Clara Piluso
Utcha Sawyers, East Scarborough Boys and Girls Club
Arjun Sahota
Shawn Allen, Scarborough Business Association
Bibi Ali, East Scarborough Boys and Girls Club
Segun Akinsanya, East Scarborough Boys and Girls Club
Lou Foulidis
Motions
That:
1. City Council direct the General Manager, Transportation Services to work with the local community (Orchard Westhill Manse Alliance), as this application progresses, to address parking on Manse Road, Orchard Park Drive, and Westhill Drive, including parking restrictions, and explore strategies and solutions to improve traffic safety, including speed humps, stop signs, traffic signals, and speed limit reductions.
Vote (Adopt Item as Amended) Jun-05-2025
| Result: Carried | Majority Required |
|---|---|
| Total members that voted Yes: 5 | Members that voted Yes are Paul Ainslie (Chair), Parthi Kandavel, Nick Mantas, Jamaal Myers, Michael Thompson |
| Total members that voted No: 0 | Members that voted No are |
| Total members that were Absent: 0 | Members that were absent are |
SC23.5 - 27 Lyncroft Drive - Application to Remove a Private Tree
- Decision Type:
- ACTION
- Status:
- Adopted
- Schedule Type:
- Delegated
- Ward:
- 24 - Scarborough - Guildwood
Public Notice Given
Community Council Decision
The Scarborough Community Council:
1. Denied the request for a permit to remove one privately owned tree located at 27 Lyncroft Drive.
Origin
Summary
This report requests that Scarborough Community Council deny the request for a permit to remove one privately owned tree located at 27 Lyncroft Drive. The applicant indicates the reason for requesting the removal of the tree is because of its declining condition and potential to become a hazard and damage the property.
The Scots pine tree (Pinus sylvestris) measures 33 cm in diameter. The City's Tree By-laws do not support the removal of this tree as it is healthy and maintainable. The permit was denied, and the applicant is appealing the decision. Community Council has delegated authority from City Council to make a final decision as to whether a permit may be issued when an applicant appeals the City's decision to deny a tree permit.
Background Information
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2025/sc/bgrd/backgroundfile-255073.pdf
Communications
(May 1, 2025) E-mail from Nicole Corrado (SC.Main)
(June 3, 2025) Presentation from Christen Dschankilic (SC.New)
(June 5, 2025) E-mail from Nicole Corrado (SC.New)
Speakers
Motions
SC23.6 - 49 Bellamy Road South - Application to Remove a Private Tree
- Decision Type:
- ACTION
- Status:
- Amended
- Schedule Type:
- Delegated
- Ward:
- 20 - Scarborough Southwest
Public Notice Given
Community Council Decision
The Scarborough Community Council:
1. Approved the request for a permit to remove one privately owned tree located at 49 Bellamy Road South and required the applicant to provide five replacement trees which can be achieved in a combination of on-site planting and cash-in-lieu of planting to the satisfaction of the Executive Director, Environment, Climate and Forestry.
Origin
Summary
This report requests that Scarborough Community Council deny the request for a permit to remove one privately owned tree located at 49 Bellamy Road South. The applicant indicates the reason for requesting removal of the tree is to address concerns over large falling branches that may result in property damage.
The black walnut tree (Juglans nigra) measures 78.5 cm in diameter. The City's Tree By-laws do not support the removal of this tree as it is healthy and maintainable. The permit was denied, and the applicant is appealing the decision. Community Council has delegated authority from City Council to make a final decision as to whether a permit may be issued when an applicant appeals the City's decision to deny a tree permit.
Background Information
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2025/sc/bgrd/backgroundfile-255074.pdf
Communications
(June 5, 2025) E-mail from Nicole Corrado (SC.New)
Speakers
Motions
That the Scarborough Community Council:
1. Approve the request for a permit to remove one privately owned tree located at 49 Bellamy Road South and require the applicant to provide five replacement trees which can be achieved in a combination of on-site planting and cash-in-lieu of planting to the satisfaction of the Executive Director, Environment, Climate and Forestry.
Vote (Amend Item) Jun-05-2025
| Result: Carried | Majority Required |
|---|---|
| Total members that voted Yes: 4 | Members that voted Yes are Parthi Kandavel, Nick Mantas, Jamaal Myers, Michael Thompson |
| Total members that voted No: 1 | Members that voted No are Paul Ainslie (Chair) |
| Total members that were Absent: 0 | Members that were absent are |
SC23.7 - Kingston Road and Raspberry Road/Private Access - Traffic Control Signals and Traffic Amendments
- Decision Type:
- ACTION
- Status:
- Adopted
- Schedule Type:
- Delegated
- Ward:
- 25 - Scarborough - Rouge Park
Community Council Decision
The Scarborough Community Council:
1. Authorized the installation of traffic control signals at the intersection of Kingston Road and Raspberry Road/private access.
2. Prohibited southbound through movements at all times (bicycles excepted) at the intersection of Kingston Road and Raspberry Road/private access.
3. Prohibited northbound through movements at all times (bicycles excepted) at the intersection of Kingston Road and Raspberry Road/private access.
Origin
Summary
This staff report is about a matter that Community Council has delegated authority from City Council to make a final decision.
As per the conditions of approval for the development of two 11-storey residential buildings at 7437, 7439 and 7441 Kingston Road, traffic control signals are to be installed at the intersection of Kingston Road and Raspberry Road/private access.
The installation of new traffic control signals at Kingston Road and Raspberry Road/private access will facilitate access to and from the new site and will enhance safety for all road users at this location by providing a protected pedestrian crossing across Kingston Road. In conjunction with the signal installation, it is recommended that northbound and southbound straight through movements be prohibited at all times to discourage traffic infiltration between the site and the residential neighbourhood located north of Kingston Road.
Background Information
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2025/sc/bgrd/backgroundfile-255587.pdf
Motions
SC23.8 - Amberjack Boulevard - Traffic Calming (Speed Humps)
- Decision Type:
- ACTION
- Status:
- Adopted
- Schedule Type:
- Delegated
- Ward:
- 24 - Scarborough - Guildwood
Community Council Decision
The Scarborough Community Council:
1. Authorized the installation of speed humps on Amberjack Boulevard, between Bellamy Road North (south intersection) and Brimorton Drive.
2. Directed the City Solicitor to prepare a by-law to alter the roadway for the installation of eight speed humps on Amberjack Boulevard, between Bellamy Road North (south intersection) and Brimorton Drive, generally as shown on Attachments 2 and 3, Drawing TC-528 and TC-529, dated April 2025, attached to the report (May 20, 2025) from the Director, Traffic Management, Transportation Services.
Origin
Summary
This staff report is about a matter that Community Council has delegated authority from City Council to make a final decision.
Transportation Services is recommending the installation of speed humps on Amberjack Boulevard, between Bellamy Road North (south intersection) and Brimorton Drive. Staff's assessment indicates the criteria as set out in the updated Traffic Calming Policy has been satisfied. Therefore, speed humps should be installed on this section of Amberjack Boulevard.
Background Information
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2025/sc/bgrd/backgroundfile-255572.pdf
Speakers
Motions
Vote (Adopt Item) Jun-05-2025
| Result: Carried | Majority Required |
|---|---|
| Total members that voted Yes: 5 | Members that voted Yes are Paul Ainslie (Chair), Parthi Kandavel, Nick Mantas, Jamaal Myers, Michael Thompson |
| Total members that voted No: 0 | Members that voted No are |
| Total members that were Absent: 0 | Members that were absent are |
SC23.9 - Beechgrove Drive - Traffic Calming (Speed Humps)
- Decision Type:
- ACTION
- Status:
- Adopted
- Schedule Type:
- Delegated
- Ward:
- 25 - Scarborough - Rouge Park
Community Council Decision
The Scarborough Community Council:
1. Authorized the installation of speed humps on Beechgrove Drive, between Lawrence Avenue East and Megan Avenue.
2. Directed the City Solicitor to prepare a by-law to alter the roadway for the installation of 14 speed humps on Beechgrove Drive, between Lawrence Avenue East and Megan Avenue, generally as shown on Attachments 3, 4, and 5, Drawings TC-514, TC-515, and TC-516, dated April 2025, attached to the report (May 20, 2025) from the Director, Traffic Management, Transportation Services.
3. Subject to approval of Parts 1 and 2 above, reduced the speed limit from 40 km/h to 30 km/h on Beechgrove Drive, between Lawrence Avenue East and Megan Avenue.
Origin
Summary
This staff report is about a matter that Community Council has delegated authority from City Council to make a final decision.
Transportation Services is recommending the installation of speed humps on Beechgrove Drive, between Lawrence Avenue East and Megan Avenue. Staff's assessment indicates the criteria as set out in the updated Traffic Calming Policy has been satisfied. Therefore, speed humps should be installed on this section of Beechgrove Drive.
Background Information
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2025/sc/bgrd/backgroundfile-255516.pdf
Motions
SC23.10 - Courcelette Road - Traffic Calming (Speed Humps)
- Decision Type:
- ACTION
- Status:
- Adopted
- Schedule Type:
- Delegated
- Ward:
- 20 - Scarborough Southwest
Community Council Decision
The Scarborough Community Council:
1. Authorized the installation of speed humps on Courcelette Road, between Queen Street East and Windsor Avenue.
2. Directed the City Solicitor to prepare a by-law to alter the roadway for the installation of three speed humps on Courcelette Road, between Queen Street East and Windsor Avenue, generally as shown on Attachment 2, Drawing Number TC-474, dated March 2025, attached to the report (May 20, 2025) from the Director, Traffic Management, Transportation Services.
Origin
Summary
This staff report is about a matter that Community Council has delegated authority from City Council to make a final decision.
Transportation Services is recommending the installation of speed humps on Courcelette Road, between Queen Street East and Windsor Avenue. Staff's assessment indicates the criteria as set out in the updated Traffic Calming Policy has been satisfied. Therefore, speed humps should be installed on Courcelette Road.
Background Information
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2025/sc/bgrd/backgroundfile-255551.pdf
Motions
SC23.11 - Dolly Varden Boulevard - Traffic Calming (Speed Humps)
- Decision Type:
- ACTION
- Status:
- Adopted
- Schedule Type:
- Delegated
- Ward:
- 24 - Scarborough - Guildwood
Community Council Decision
The Scarborough Community Council:
1. Authorized the installation of speed humps on Dolly Varden Boulevard, between Daventry Road and Brimorton Drive.
2. Directed the City Solicitor to prepare a by-law to alter the roadway for the installation of seven speed humps on Dolly VardenBoulevard, between Daventry Road and Brimorton Drive, generally as shown on Attachments 3 and 4, Drawings TC-521 and TC-522, dated April 2025, attached to the report (May 20, 2025) from the Director, Traffic Management, Transportation Services.
Origin
Summary
This staff report is about a matter that Community Council has delegated authority from City Council to make a final decision.
Transportation Services is recommending the installation of speed humps on Dolly Varden Boulevard, between Daventry Road and Brimorton Drive. Staff's assessment indicates the criteria as set out in the updated Traffic Calming Policy has been satisfied. Therefore, speed humps should be installed on Dolly Varden Boulevard.
Background Information
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2025/sc/bgrd/backgroundfile-255549.pdf
Communications
(May 29, 2025) E-mail from Kevin Mount (SC.New)
(May 29, 2025) E-mail from Lynn Beaver (SC.New)
(May 29, 2025) E-mail from Carolyn and Norm Burnham (SC.New)
(May 29, 2025) E-mail from John and Janet Humphries (SC.New)
(June 4, 2025) E-mail from R. Lamanna (SC.New)
Motions
SC23.12 - Harfleur Road - Traffic Calming (Speed Humps)
- Decision Type:
- ACTION
- Status:
- Adopted
- Schedule Type:
- Delegated
- Ward:
- 22 - Scarborough - Agincourt
Community Council Decision
The Scarborough Community Council:
1. Authorized the installation of speed humps on Harfleur Road, between Glendower Circuit and Huntingwood Drive.
2. Directed the City Solicitor to prepare a by-law to alter the roadway for the installation of five speed humps on Harfleur Road, between Glendower Circuit and Huntingwood Drive, generally as shown on Attachment 2, Drawing No. TC-523, dated April 2025, attached to the report (May 20, 2025) from the Director, Traffic Management, Transportation Services.
3. Subject to approval of Parts 1 and 2 above, reduced the speed limit from 50 km/h to 30 km/h on Harfleur Road, between Glendower Circuit and Huntingwood Drive, in conjunction with the installation of speed humps.
Origin
Summary
This staff report is about a matter that Community Council has delegated authority from City Council to make a final decision.
Transportation Services is recommending the installation of speed humps on on Harfleur Road, between Glendower Circuit and Huntingwood Drive. Staff's assessment indicates that the criteria as set out in the updated Traffic Calming Policy has been satisfied. Therefore, speed humps should be installed on Harfleur Road.
Background Information
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2025/sc/bgrd/backgroundfile-255548.pdf
Motions
SC23.13 - Lynnbrook Drive - Traffic Calming (Speed Humps)
- Decision Type:
- ACTION
- Status:
- Adopted
- Schedule Type:
- Delegated
- Ward:
- 24 - Scarborough - Guildwood
Community Council Decision
The Scarborough Community Council:
1. Authorized the installation of speed humps on Lynnbrook Drive, between Brimorton Drive and Bellamy Road North.
2. Directed the City Solicitor to prepare a by-law to alter the roadway for the installation of 18 speed humps on Lynnbrook Drive, between Brimorton Drive and Bellamy Road North, generally as shown on Attachments 4, 5, 6 and 7, Drawings TC-517, TC-518, TC-519 and TC-520, dated April 2025, attached to the report (May 20, 2025) from the Director, Traffic Management, Transportation Services.
3. Subject to approval of Parts 1 and 2 above, reduced the speed limit from 40 km/h to 30 km/h on Lynnbrook Drive, between Brimorton Drive and Bellamy Road North, in conjunction with the installation of speed humps.
4. Subject to approval of Part 3 above, authorized the amendment of Schedule XLV (Part 1) to City of Toronto Municipal Code Chapter 950, Traffic and Parking, to remove Lynnbrook Drive between Brimorton Drive and Bellamy Road North, from being excluded from the Designated Area such that this portion of highway will then be included within the corresponding designated area in Column 1 in Schedule XLV (Part 1).
Origin
Summary
This staff report is about a matter that Community Council has delegated authority from City Council to make a final decision.
Transportation Services is recommending the installation of speed humps on Lynnbrook Drive, between Brimorton Drive and Bellamy Road North. Staff's assessment indicates the criteria as set out in the updated Traffic Calming Policy has been satisfied. Therefore, speed humps should be installed on Lynnbrook Drive.
Background Information
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2025/sc/bgrd/backgroundfile-255546.pdf
Communications
(May 29, 2025) E-mail from Andrea Kroher (SC.New)
Motions
SC23.14 - Marcella Street - Traffic Calming (Speed Humps)
- Decision Type:
- ACTION
- Status:
- Adopted
- Schedule Type:
- Delegated
- Ward:
- 24 - Scarborough - Guildwood
Community Council Decision
The Scarborough Community Council:
1. Authorized the installation of speed humps on Marcella Street, between Scarborough Golf Club Road and Samson Crescent.
2. Directed the City Solicitor to prepare a by-law to alter the roadway for the installation of 11 speed humps on Marcella Street, between Scarborough Golf Club Road and Samson Crescent, generally as shown on Attachments 2 and 3, Drawings TC-525 and TC-526 dated May 2025, attached to the report (May 20, 2025) from the Director, Traffic Management, Transportation Services.
Origin
Summary
This staff report is about a matter that Community Council has delegated authority from City Council to make a final decision.
Transportation Services is recommending the installation of speed humps on Marcella Street, between Scarborough Golf Club Road and Samson Crescent. Staff's assessment indicates the criteria as set out in the updated Traffic Calming Policy has been satisfied. Therefore, speed humps should be installed on Marcella Street.
Background Information
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2025/sc/bgrd/backgroundfile-255543.pdf
Communications
Motions
SC23.15 - Poplar Road - Traffic Calming (Speed Humps)
- Decision Type:
- ACTION
- Status:
- Deferred
- Schedule Type:
- Delegated
- Ward:
- 24 - Scarborough - Guildwood
Community Council Decision
The Scarborough Community Council:
1. Deferred consideration of the item until the October 22, 2025 meeting of the Scarborough Community Council.
Origin
Summary
This staff report is about a matter that Community Council has delegated authority from City Council to make a final decision.
Transportation Services is recommending the installation of speed humps on Poplar Road, between Cumber Avenue/Dearham Wood and Kingston Road. Staff's assessment indicates the criteria as set out in the updated Traffic Calming Policy has been satisfied. Therefore, speed humps should be installed on Poplar Road.
Background Information
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2025/sc/bgrd/backgroundfile-255515.pdf
Communications
Motions
That consideration of the item be deferred until the October 22, 2025 meeting of the Scarborough Community Council.
SC23.16 - Ionview Road - U-Turn Prohibition
- Decision Type:
- ACTION
- Status:
- Adopted
- Schedule Type:
- Delegated
- Ward:
- 21 - Scarborough Centre
Community Council Decision
The Scarborough Community Council:
1. Prohibited northbound and southbound U-turn movements at all times on Ionview Road, between Yorkshire Road and Bertrand Avenue.
Origin
Summary
This staff report is about a matter that Community Council has delegated authority from City Council to make a final decision.
Transportation Services recommends a U-turn prohibition on Ionview Road, between Yorkshire Road and Bertrand Avenue. Prohibiting U-turns will provide a safer environment for all road users along this section of Ionview Road, located adjacent to Ionview Public School.
Background Information
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2025/sc/bgrd/backgroundfile-255513.pdf
Motions
SC23.17 - Corporate Drive - Accessible Loading Zone
- Decision Type:
- ACTION
- Status:
- Adopted
- Ward:
- 24 - Scarborough - Guildwood
Community Council Recommendations
The Scarborough Community Council recommends that:
1. City Council amend the existing parking prohibition in effect at all times, on the north side of Corporate Drive, between Progress Avenue (west intersection) and a point 72 metres east of Consilium Place, to be in effect between Progress Avenue (west intersection) and a point 61 metres east of Consilium Place.
2. City Council amend the existing parking machine regulation in effect, Monday to Saturday, from 7:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., Monday to Saturday, at the rate of $3.00 per hour for a maximum period of three hours, on the north side of Corporate Drive between a point 72 metres east of Consilium and a point a 100 metres east of Consilium Place to be in effect between a point 61 metres east of Consilium Place and a point 28 metres further east.
3. City Council designate an accessible loading zone to be in effect at all times, on the north side of Corporate Drive, between a point 89 metres east of Consilium Place to a point 11 metres further east.
Origin
Summary
As the Toronto Transit Commission (TTC) operates a transit service on Corporate Drive, City Council approval of this report is required.
Transportation Services is recommending the designation of an on-street accessible loading zone to operate at all times on the north side of Corporate Drive, between a point 89 metres east of Consilium Place and a point 11 metres further east.
The establishment of this accessible loading zone will provide unimpeded curbside access for the Wheel-Trans users and accessible permit holders visiting the Medical Centre Dialysis Clinic located at 78 Corporate Drive.
The existing pay parking in this area will be shifted west as a result of this designation, however there will be no loss of revenue or parking spaces incurred from the installation of the accessible loading zone.
Background Information
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2025/sc/bgrd/backgroundfile-255556.pdf
Motions
SC23.18 - Sedgemount Drive - Parking Amendments
- Decision Type:
- ACTION
- Status:
- Adopted
- Schedule Type:
- Delegated
- Ward:
- 24 - Scarborough - Guildwood
Community Council Decision
The Scarborough Community Council:
1. Amended the existing maximum 30-minute parking regulation in effect from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., Monday to Friday, on the west side of Sedgemount Drive between a point 60 metres north of Pandora Circle (southwest intersection) and a point 110 metres further north to be in effect from a point a point 60 metres north of Pandora Circle (southwest intersection) and a point 47 metres further north.
2. Authorized parking for a maximum period of 30 minutes from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., Monday to Friday, on the west side of Sedgemount Drive between a point 148 metres north of Pandora Circle (southwest intersection) and a point 20 metres further north.
3. Amended the existing school loading zone in effect, from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., on the west side of Sedgemount Drive between a point 101 metres north of Pandora Circle and a point 30 metres further north to be in effect between a point 107 metres north of Pandora Circle (southwest intersection) and a point 30 metres further north.
4. Prohibited stopping at all times on the west side Sedgemount Drive between a point 137 metres north of Pandora Circle (southeast intersection) and a point 11 metres further north.
5. Rescinded the existing U-turn prohibition on Sedgemount Drive, between Pandora Circle and Daventry Road.
6. Prohibited U-turn on Sedgemount Drive, between Pandora Circle (southwest intersection) and Daventry Road.
Origin
Summary
This staff report is about a matter that Community Council has delegated authority from City Council to make a final decision.
Transportation Services is recommending parking amendments on Sedgemount Drive to improve safety for road users fronting Tredway Woodsworth Public School. The proposed changes will amend the school bus loading zone and short-term parking area on the north side of the street to prevent motorists from obstructing the school's driveway, ensuring clear sightlines.
During the investigation, Transportation Services discovered a discrepancy between the by-lawed regulations and the posted signage for the U-turn prohibition on Sedgemount Drive. Recommendations 5 and 6 will rectify this inconsistency.
Background Information
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2025/sc/bgrd/backgroundfile-255552.pdf
Communications
Motions
SC23.19 - Introduction of Overnight On-Street Permit Parking - Northview Avenue
- Decision Type:
- ACTION
- Status:
- Adopted
- Schedule Type:
- Delegated
- Ward:
- 20 - Scarborough Southwest
Community Council Decision
The Scarborough Community Council:
1. Authorized parking by permit only from 12:01 a.m. to 7:00 a.m. daily on the odd (south) side of Northview Avenue from Victoria Park Avenue to Blantyre Avenue.
2. Prohibited parking at all times on the north side of Northview Avenue between Victoria Park Avenue and Blantyre Avenue.
Origin
Summary
This staff report is about a matter that Community Council has delegated authority from City Council to make a final decision.
Transportation Services is recommending that overnight on-street permit parking be introduced on Northview Avenue from Victoria Park Avenue to Blantyre Avenue, 12:01 a.m. to 7:00 a.m., daily.
Residents requested the implementation of overnight on-street permit parking on Northview Avenue from Victoria Park Avenue to Blantyre Avenue, to accommodate their parking needs.
Background Information
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2025/sc/bgrd/backgroundfile-255249.pdf
Motions
SC23.20 - 303 Nantucket Boulevard - Designation of Fire Routes and amendment to Chapter 880 - Fire Routes
- Decision Type:
- ACTION
- Status:
- Adopted
- Schedule Type:
- Delegated
- Ward:
- 21 - Scarborough Centre
Community Council Decision
The Scarborough Community Council:
1. Designated that part or those parts of the private road or roads shown on the site plans filed with the Fire Chief in respect of the municipal address set out below, as a fire route pursuant to Municipal Code Chapter 880 - Fire Routes - 303 Nantucket Boulevard
2. Authorized the Fire Chief and City Solicitor to take the appropriate action to make a designated Fire Route.
Origin
Summary
To obtain Scarborough Community Council approval for the amendment of the Fire Route By-law to designate certain locations as fire routes within the meaning of City of Toronto Municipal Code Chapter 880, as amended.
Fire Services uses designated fire routes as a key mechanism in regulating fire prevention, including the prevention of spreading of fires and the delivery of fire protection services.
Background Information
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2025/sc/bgrd/backgroundfile-255250.pdf
Attachment 1: Amendment of Chapter 880 Fire Routes
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2025/sc/bgrd/backgroundfile-255251.pdf
Motions
SC23.21 - Huntsmill Boulevard - Traffic Calming (Speed Humps) Re-opening Item SC22.10
- Decision Type:
- ACTION
- Status:
- Adopted
- Schedule Type:
- Delegated
- Ward:
- 22 - Scarborough - Agincourt
Community Council Decision
The Scarborough Community Council:
1. Re-opened Item SC22.10, titled “Huntsmill Boulevard - Traffic Calming (Speed Humps)”.
2. Amended its previous decision by adding the words “(south intersection)” to references of Bamburgh Circle, so that the decision reads as follows:
“The Scarborough Community Council:
1. Authorized the installation of speed humps on Huntsmill Boulevard, between Bamburgh Circle (south intersection) and Arnall Avenue.
2. Directed the City Solicitor to prepare a by-law to alter the roadway for the installation of 14 speed humps on Huntsmill Boulevard, between Bamburgh Circle (south intersection) and Arnall Avenue, generally as shown on Attachments 2, 3, and 4, Drawings TC-480, TC-481, and TC-482, dated April 2025, attached to the report (April 11, 2025) from the Director, Traffic Management, Transportation Services.
3. Subject to approval of Parts 1 and 2 above, reduced the speed limit from 40 km/h to 30 km/h on Huntsmill Boulevard, between Bamburgh Circle (south intersection) and Arnall Avenue, in conjunction with the installation of speed humps.”
Origin
Summary
At its meeting on May 1, 2025, Scarborough Community Council approved speed humps on Huntsmill Boulevard, between Bamburgh Circle and Arnall Avenue. There are two Huntsmill Boulevard and Bamburgh Circle intersections: the south intersection and the north intersection. The initial recommendations did not state the south or north intersection. Accordingly, Transportation Services is requesting a re-opening of Item 2025.SC22.10 to correct the wording of the decision to include a “south intersection” description for Huntsmill Boulevard and Bamburgh Circle intersection.
Background Information
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2025/sc/bgrd/backgroundfile-255620.pdf
Attachment 1: Memorandum from the Director, Traffic Management, Transportation Services on Traffic Calming (Speed Humps) - Huntsmill Boulevard
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2025/sc/bgrd/backgroundfile-255621.pdf
Motions
SC23.22 - Raleigh Avenue and Moira Avenue - Parking Amendments
- Decision Type:
- ACTION
- Status:
- Adopted
- Schedule Type:
- Delegated
- Ward:
- 20 - Scarborough Southwest
Community Council Decision
The Scarborough Community Council:
1. Amended the existing parking prohibition in effect at all times, on both sides of Raleigh Avenue between Kennedy Road and a point 30 metres west of Glasgow Avenue to be in effect between Kennedy Road and Glasgow Avenue.
2. Rescinded the existing parking prohibition in effect at all times on the north side of Raleigh Avenue between North Bonnington Avenue and Glasgow Avenue
3. Prohibited stopping at all times on the north side of Raleigh Avenue between North Bonnington Avenue and Glasgow Avenue.
4. Scarborough Community Council prohibit stopping at all times on the south side of Raleigh Avenue between Glasgow Avenue and a point 40 metres west.
5. Prohibited standing at all times on the south side of Raleigh Avenue between a point 40 metres south of Glasgow Avenue and a point 40 metres further west.
6. Prohibited stopping at all times on the south side of Raleigh Avenue between a point 140 metres south of Glasgow Avenue and a point 26 metres further west.
7. Prohibited stopping at all times on the south side of Raleigh Avenue between a point 280 metres south of Glasgow Avenue and North Bonnington Avenue.
8. Rescinded the existing parking prohibition in effect at all times on the north side of Moira Avenue between Raleigh Avenue and North Bonnington Avenue.
9. Prohibited stopping at all times on the north side of Moira Avenue between Raleigh Avenue and North Bonnington Avenue.
Origin
Summary
The proposed motion responds to longstanding concerns raised by local residents, businesses, and Parking Enforcement regarding ongoing congestion and safety issues on Raleigh Avenue and Moira Avenue. Redevelopment on the south side of Raleigh Avenue has changed driveway access points, intensifying conflicts with illegal parking and obstructing the safe movement of large vehicles. Residents and business owners have reported persistent visibility issues and traffic bottlenecks. Transportation Services has reviewed the area and supports the proposed amendments to existing parking regulations. These changes aim to enhance safety, improve traffic flow, and address long-standing access concerns in the area.
Background Information
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2025/sc/bgrd/backgroundfile-255995.pdf
Attachment 1: Memorandum from the Director, Traffic Management, Transportation Services on Parking Amendments - Raleigh Avenue and Moira Avenue
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2025/sc/bgrd/backgroundfile-255996.pdf
Motions
SC23.23 - Introduction of By-laws
- Decision Type:
- ACTION
- Status:
- Adopted
- Schedule Type:
- Delegated
- Wards:
- 20 - Scarborough Southwest, 21 - Scarborough Centre, 22 - Scarborough - Agincourt, 23 - Scarborough North, 24 - Scarborough - Guildwood, 25 - Scarborough - Rouge Park
Community Council Decision
General Bills
Scarborough Community Council passed By-laws 509-2025 to 515-2025, subject to Section 226.9 of the City of Toronto Act, 2006.
Confirmatory Bill
Scarborough Community Council passed a Confirmatory Bill as By-law 516-2025, subject to Section 226.9 of the City of Toronto Act, 2006.
Summary
Scarborough Community Council will introduce bills.
Motions
3:58 p.m. - That Bills 495 to 501 prepared for the June 5, 2025, Meeting 23 of the Scarborough Community Council, be declared as by-laws and passed subject to section 226.9 of the City of Toronto Act, 2006, as follows:
|
Bill No. |
By-law No. |
Status |
Title and Authority |
|
495 |
509-2025 |
Enacted |
To amend City of Toronto Municipal Code Chapter 880, Fire Routes, respecting 303 Nantucket Boulevard. |
|
496 |
510-2025 |
Enacted |
To amend City of Toronto Municipal Code Chapter 903, Parking for Persons with Disabilities, respecting Warden Avenue. |
|
497 |
511-2025 |
Enacted |
To amend City of Toronto Municipal Code Chapter 950, Traffic and Parking, respecting Kingston Road and Raspberry Road/Private Access. |
|
498 |
512-2025 |
Enacted |
To amend City of Toronto Municipal Code Chapter 950, Traffic and Parking, respecting Ionview Road. |
|
499 |
513-2025 |
Enacted |
To amend City of Toronto Municipal Code Chapter 950, Traffic and Parking, respecting Sedgemount Drive. |
|
500 |
514-2025 |
Enacted |
To amend City of Toronto Municipal Code Chapter 925, Permit Parking, respecting St. Northview Avenue. |
|
501 |
515-2025 |
Enacted |
To amend City of Toronto Municipal Code Chapter 950, Traffic and Parking, respecting Northview Avenue. |
3:59 p.m. - That confirmatory bills to confirm the legislative proceedings of the Scarborough Community Council acting under delegated authority at Meeting 23 on June 5, 2025, be declared as by-laws and passed subject to section 226.9 of the City of Toronto Act, 2006, as follows:
|
Bill No. |
By-law No. |
Status |
Title and Authority |
|
540 |
516-2025 |
Enacted |
To confirm the proceedings of Scarborough Community Council at Meeting 23 held on June 5, 2025, as they relate to decisions made under delegated authority. |
Procedural Motions
That the Scarborough Community Council confirm the minutes of its meeting held on May 1, 2025.
12:31 p.m. - That the Scarborough Community Council extend the meeting, through the lunch recess, to complete the agenda.
Announcements
The Chair acknowledged that the Scarborough Community Council was meeting on the traditional territory of many nations including the Mississaugas of the Credit, the Anishnabeg, the Chippewa, the Haudenosaunee and the Wendat peoples and is now home to many diverse First Nations, Inuit and Métis peoples. The Chair also acknowledged that Toronto is covered by Treaty 13 signed with the Mississaugas of the Credit, and the Williams Treaties signed with multiple Mississaugas and Chippewa bands.
Where the Members of the Scarborough Community Council listed in the attendance for this meeting participated remotely, they were counted for quorum as permitted by Section 189(4.2) of the City of Toronto Act, 2006, and City Council's Procedures.
Paul Ainslie, Chair, Scarborough Community Council
Meeting Sessions
| Session Date | Session Type | Start Time | End Time | Public or Closed Session |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-06-05 | Morning | 10:28 AM | 3:59 PM | Public |
Attendance
| Date and Time | Quorum | Members |
|---|---|---|
| 2025-06-05 10:28 AM - 3:59 PM (Public Session) |
Present |
Present: Paul Ainslie (Chair), Parthi Kandavel, Nick Mantas, Jamaal Myers, Michael Thompson |