Minutes Confirmed on October 22, 2025

The Scarborough Community Council recommends that:

1. City Council amend City of Toronto Zoning By-law 569-2013 for the lands municipally known as 2950 Birchmount Road and 3600 Finch Avenue East substantially in accordance with the draft Zoning By-law Amendment included as Attachment 6 to the report (August 29, 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.

The Scarborough Community Council held a statutory public meeting on September 18, 2025, and notice was given in accordance with the Planning Act.

This Report recommends approval of the application to amend the Zoning By-law to permit a 12-storey mixed-use building with a total gross floor area of 27,179 square metres consisting of 3,150 square metres of non-residential floor area and 356 dwelling units at 2950 Birchmount Road and 3600 Finch Avenue East.

The proposed development is consistent with the Provincial Planning Statement (2024) and conforms to the City’s Official Plan.

The L-shaped mid-rise building proposed is appropriately scaled for the site and surrounding area. The proposed new mixed-use building would provide adequate separation from West Highland Creek and appropriate setbacks from Birchmount Road and Finch Avenue East. It would also provide an appropriate mix of unit sizes including larger residential units suitable for families. The proposal would include improvements to the public realm and provide a range of uses within the Finch-Warden Revitalization Area.

The Scarborough Community Council recommends that:

1. City Council amend City of Toronto Zoning By-law 569-2013, as amended for the lands at 126 Bellamy Road North substantially in accordance with the draft Zoning By-law Amendment attached as Attachment 5 to the report (August 31, 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 approve that in accordance with Section 42 of the Planning Act, prior to the issuance of the first above grade building permit, the Owner shall convey to the City, an on-site parkland dedication, having a minimum size of 744 square metres, 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. 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.

6. City Council direct that before introducing the necessary Bills to City Council for enactment, the Owner is required to, at its sole cost and expense undertake the following:

a. Submit to the satisfaction of the Director, Engineering Review, Development Review, a Functional Servicing Report to determine the storm water runoff, sanitary flow and water supply demand resulting from this development and demonstrate how this site can be serviced and whether the existing municipal infrastructure is adequate;

b. Enter into a financially secured Development Agreement for the construction of any improvements to the municipal infrastructure, should it be determined that upgrades are required to the infrastructure to support this development, according to the Functional Servicing Report accepted by the Director, Engineering Review, Development Review; and

c. Submit, revised plans/documentation with respect to above comments, to the satisfaction of the Director, Engineering Review, Development Review.

7. City Council request the Executive Director, Development Review, in consultation with the Chief Planner and Executive Director, City Planning, to secure the following through the Site Plan Control process for the lands, pursuant to Section 114 of the City of Toronto Act, 2006:

a. Continued provision and maintenance of the existing 254 rental dwelling units at 126 Bellamy Road North as rental housing for a period of at least 20 years commencing from the date the Zoning By-law Amendment comes into full force and effect, with no application for demolition or conversion from residential rental use during the 20-year period, all to the satisfaction of the City Solicitor and the Chief Planner and Executive Director, City Planning; and

b. Improvements, at its sole expense and at no cost to the tenants of the existing rental building at 126 Bellamy Road North, as follows:

1. Access to outdoor amenity space in the proposed new building for tenants of the existing rental building;

2. Relocate the laundry room within the existing rental building and improve accessibility with a new ramp;

3. Create a new multi-purpose room within the existing rental building as indoor amenity space for tenants;

 4. Access to proposed new bicycle parking for tenants of the existing rental building; and

5. Automatic/push button doors for the main and secondary entrances, and laundry room.

8. City Council request the Executive Director, Development Review to, prior to Site Plan Approval for the proposed development, require the Owner to develop a Construction Mitigation and Tenant Communication Plan, including a Parking Plan to mitigate the impacts of construction of the development on tenants of the existing rental building, all to the satisfaction of the Chief Planner and Executive Director, City Planning. 

The Scarborough Community Council held a statutory public meeting on September 18, 2025, and notice was given in accordance with the Planning Act.

This Report recommends approval of the application to amend the Zoning By-law to permit the development of an 8 storey residential building at 126 Bellamy Road North The existing 16 storey apartment building will be retained.

The proposed building would have a total gross floor area of 12,247square metres and would contain 184 units, resulting in a floor space index of 2.94 times the lot area inclusive of the existing building.  A new public park would be secured through the development approval.

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.

The Scarborough Community Council recommends that:

1. City Council amend site-specific Zoning By-law 23102, for the lands at the southwest and southeast corner of McCowan Road and Finch Avenue East substantially in accordance with the draft Zoning By-law Amendment included as Attachment 2 to the report (August 31, 2025) from the Director, Community Planning, Scarborough District.

2. City Council amend site-specific Zoning By-law 23270, for the lands at the southeast corner of Midland Avenue and McNicoll Avenue substantially in accordance with the draft Zoning By-law Amendment included as Attachment 3 to the report (August 31, 2025) from the Director, Community Planning, Scarborough District.

3. City Council amend site-specific Zoning By-law 158-2007, as amended, for the lands at 5789 to 5951 Steeles Avenue East substantially in accordance with the draft Zoning By-law Amendment included as Attachment 4 to the report (August 31, 2025) from the Director, Community Planning, Scarborough District.

4. City Council amend site-specific Zoning By-law 1060-2013, for the lands at 1088 Progress Avenue substantially in accordance with the draft Zoning By-law Amendment included as Attachment 5 to the report (August 31, 2025) from the Director, Community Planning, Scarborough District.

5. City Council authorize the City Solicitor to make such stylistic and technical changes to the draft Zoning By-law Amendment as may be required.

6. City Council authorize City officials to take such action as is necessary to implement the recommendations above, including execution of necessary agreements as required.

The Scarborough Community Council held a statutory public meeting on September 18, 2025, and notice was given in accordance with the Planning Act.

This report recommends City Council approve City-initiated Zoning By-law Amendments to revise various site specific Zoning By-laws for the purpose of re-allocating unspent Section 37 funds totaling $674,905.89. These funds were secured through the approval of Zoning By-law Amendments at the locations listed below:

-   Southwest and Southeast corner of McCowan Road and Finch Avenue East;

-   Southeast corner of Midland Avenue and McNicoll Avenue;

-   5789 Steeles Avenue East; and

-   1088 Progress Avenue.

If approved, the recommended Zoning By-law Amendments would permit the re-allocation of funds toward other capital facility improvements within general proximity of the sites subject to the original Zoning By-laws in Ward 23. No new development permissions are contemplated through the proposed amendments.

The Scarborough Community Council: 

1. Approved the request for a permit to remove one privately owned tree located at 20 Robintide Court 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.

This report requests that Scarborough Community Council deny the request for a permit to remove one privately owned tree located at 20 Robintide Court. The applicant indicates the reason for requesting removal of the tree is concern that the tree will fail and damage their recently renovated home.

The silver maple tree (Acer saccharium) measures 125 centimetre 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.

The Scarborough Community Council recommends that:

1. City Council assume the municipal services relating to Plan of Subdivision 66M-2378.

2. City Council authorize the Director, Engineering Review, Development Review to release the performance guarantee held with respect to the municipal services in accordance with the Subdivision Agreement, dated September 7, 2001 between Canada Lands Company CLC Limited and the City of Toronto.

3. City Council authorize and direct the City Solicitor to prepare an assumption By-law to assume the public highway within Plan of Subdivision 66M-2378 and to bring it forward for enactment.

4. City Council authorize the appropriate City Officials to take the necessary action to give effect to City Council's decision.

5. City Council authorize the appropriate City Officials to transfer ownership of the street lighting system constructed within Plan of Subdivision 66M-2378 to Toronto Hydro Energy Services Inc.

This report recommends City assumption of the municipal services installed under the terms of the Subdivision Agreement, dated September 07, 2001, between Canada Lands Company CLC Limited and the City of Toronto relating to the registered Plan of Subdivision 66M-2378.

The Scarborough Community Council:

1.  Received the report (September 2, 2025) from the Director, Planning, Design and Management, Transportation Services for information.

The Manager, Vision Zero Projects, Transportation Services gave a presentation on Proposed Crosswalk Marking Policy and All-Way Stop Sign Control Justification Policy.

The purpose of this report is to present proposed updates to the following two policies in support of the Vision Zero Road Safety Plan, for the purposes of obtaining feedback from Scarborough Community Council:

- Crosswalk Marking Policy; and

- All-Way Stop Sign Control Justification Policy.

As recommended by Infrastructure and Environment Committee, City Council directed the General Manager, Transportation Services to present to the four Community Councils on the Crosswalk Marking Policy and the All-Way Stop Sign Control Justification Policy, and directed the General Manager, Transportation Services to report back to the Infrastructure and Environment Committee on any updates to the polices as a result of those consultations with Community Councils.

Transportation Services will report back to the Infrastructure and Environment Committee in the fourth quarter of 2025 on the proposed policies and any updates as a result of consultation with Community Councils.

The Scarborough Community Council:

1. Authorized the installation of traffic calming (speed humps) and direct the City Solicitor to prepare a by-law to alter sections of the roadway to install:

a. Seven speed humps on Malvern Street, between McLevin Avenue and Sheppard Avenue East for traffic calming purposes, generally as shown on Attachment 2, Attachment 3 and Attachment 4, to the report (September 2, 2025) from the Director, Planning, Design and Management, Transportation Services;

b. Ten speed humps on Mammoth Hall Trail, between Malvern Street and Washburn Way for traffic calming purposes, generally as shown on Attachment 5, Attachment 6, Attachment 7, Attachment 8 and Attachment 9, to the report (September 2, 2025) from the Director, Planning, Design and Management, Transportation Services; and

c. Thirteen speed humps on Berner Trail, between Washburn Way and Neilson Road for traffic calming purposes, generally as shown on Attachment 10, Attachment 11, Attachment 12, Attachment 13, and Attachment 14, to the report (September 2, 2025) from the Director, Planning, Design and Management, Transportation Services.

2. Reduced the speed limit from 40 km/h to 30 km/h on the following streets:

a. Malvern Street between McLevin Avenue and Sheppard Avenue East;

b. Mammoth Hall Trail, between Malvern Street and Washburn Way; and

c. Berner Trail, between Neilson Road and Washburn Way.

3. Subject to approval of Parts 2.a, 2.b, and 2.c above, Scarborough Community Council authorized the amendment of Schedule XLV (Part 1) to City of Toronto Municipal Code Chapter 950, Traffic and Parking, to remove the following streets from being excluded from the Designated Area such that above portions of highways (3.a, 3.b, 3.c) will then be included within the corresponding designated area in Column 1 in Schedule XLV (Part 1):

a. Malvern Street, between Sheppard Avenue East and McLevin Avenue;

b. Mammoth Hall Trail between Malvern Street and Washburn Way; and

c. Berner Trail between Washburn Way and Neilson Road.

4. Authorized the installation of Pedestrian Crossover on Berner Trail, at a point approximately 27 metres south of Hatchet Place.

5. Supported, in principle, the concept of cycling facilities in the study area on the following routes, subject to further study, consultation, and prioritization alongside other routes identified as candidate routes for a future Cycling Network Near-Term Implementation Program:

a. Washburn Way from Sheppard Avenue East to Tapscott Road;

b. Along East Highland Creek from Sheppard Avenue East to McLevin Avenue; and

c. Neilson Road from McLevin Avenue to Sheppard Avenue East.

6. Requested the General Manager, Transportation Services to use permanent materials where feasible in implementing the Geometric Safety Improvements in the Malvern West Neighbourhood Streets Plan.

7. Requested Transportation staff to meet quarterly with the local Councillor to provide Malvern West Neighbourhood Streets Plan project updates and discuss design options for the Geometric Safety Improvements.

This staff report is about a matter that Community Council has delegated authority from City Council to make a final decision.

The purpose of this report is to conclude the Malvern West Neighbourhood Streets Plan (NSP) and seek authorization to proceed to the implementation phase. The Malvern West Neighbourhood Streets Plan study encompassed an assessment of existing conditions in the study area, analysis to determine appropriate changes to the streets, and a multi-staged engagement process with the public and community organizations.

This report summarizes the study findings and recommends road safety and traffic management changes for implementation in the Malvern West neighbourhood. Recommended changes include intersection safety improvements and traffic calming measures.

A companion report titled Traffic Safety Improvement–Washburn Way has been submitted. As the Toronto Transit Commission (TTC) operates a transit service on Washburn Way, City Council approval of changes recommended in the companion report is required.

A summary of all changes proposed can be found in Table 5.

The Scarborough Community Council recommends that:

1. City Council, to reduce the operating speed of Washburn Way:

a. reduce the speed limit from 40 km/h to 30 km/h on Washburn Way between Tapscott Road and Sheppard Avenue East;

b. authorize the installation of traffic calming (speed cushions) and direct the City Solicitor to prepare a by-law to alter sections of the roadway to install traffic calming (speed cushions) on Washburn Way between Tapscott Road and Sheppard Avenue East, generally as shown on Attachment 1, Attachment 2, Attachment 3, Attachment 4, and Attachment 5, to the report (September 2, 2025) from the Director, Planning, Design and Management, Transportation Services;

c. amend parking regulations as generally described in Attachment 6 to the report (September 2, 2025) from the Director, Planning, Design and Management, Transportation Services, in conjunction with the installation of speed cushions on Washburn Way; and

d. amend Schedule XLV (Part 1) to City of Toronto Municipal Code Chapter 950, Traffic and Parking, to remove Washburn Way between Sheppard Avenue East and Tapscott Road 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).

2. City Council, to improve pedestrian crossing protection at the intersection of Washburn Way and Nahanni Terrace:

a. authorize the installation of a traffic control signal (intersection pedestrian signal) at the intersection of Washburn Way and Nahanni Terrace;

b. authorize the removal of existing pedestrian crossover on Washburn Way immediately north of Nahanni Terrace, in conjunction with the installation of a traffic control signal (intersection pedestrian signal); and

c. amend parking regulations to implement no standing in effect at all times on both sides of Washburn Way, between a point 30.5 metres north of Nahanni Terrance and a point 30.5 metres south of Nahanni Terrance.

As the Toronto Transit Commission (TTC) operates a transit service on Washburn Way, City Council approval of recommended changes is required.

In consultation with the local community, staff developed a Neighbourhood Streets Plan for the Malvern West neighbourhood that investigated excessive speeding of motor vehicles on neighbourhood streets and road safety for vulnerable road users (i.e. seniors, school children, pedestrians and people cycling). A companion report to Scarborough Community Council titled Malvern West Neighbourhood Streets Plans, dated September 2, 2025, outlines the plan. Washburn Way is a Collector Road that plays an important role in the local network in Malvern West.

The Scarborough Community Council recommends that:

1. City Council authorize the installation of traffic control signals at Milner Avenue and Executive Court/Mid-Dominion Acres.

2. City Council prohibit pedestrian crossings on Milner Avenue, between the east curb line of Executive Court/Mid-Dominion Acres and a point 30.5 metres west of the west curb line of Executive Court/Mid-Dominion Acres, in conjunction with the installation of traffic control signals as set out in Recommendation 1 above.

As the Toronto Transit Commission (TTC) operates a transit service on Milner Avenue, City Council approval of this report is required.

Transportation Services has reviewed the need for pedestrian crossing protection at the intersection of Milner Avenue and Executive Court/Mid-Dominion Acres. Based on the assessment undertaken, Transportation Services does not recommend the installation of pedestrian crossing protection on Milner Avenue at Executive Court/Mid-Dominion Acres, as the warrant criteria was not met for either a pedestrian crossover (PXO) or traffic control signals.

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 north side of Slan Avenue, between Greenock Avenue and a point opposite Spraywood Gate, to be in effect from Greenock Avenue to a point 85 metres east.
 

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 north side of Slan Avenue, between a point 107 metres east of Greenock Avenue and a point 30 metres further east.

3. Rescinded the existing school bus loading zone in effect from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., on the north side of Slan Avenue, between a point 72 metres east of Greenock Avenue and a point 67 metres further east.

4. Prohibited stopping at all times on the north side of Slan Avenue, between a point 85 metres east of Greenock Avenue and a point 22 metres further east.

5. Prohibited stopping at all times on the north side of Slan Avenue, between a point 137 metres east of Greenock Avenue and a point 21 metres further east.

6. Prohibited eastbound and westbound U-turn movements on Slan Avenue, between Greenock Avenue and Montavista Street.

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 and a U-turn prohibition on Slan Avenue to improve traffic flow and safety for all road users in front of Heather Heights Junior Public School.  The proposed parking amendments include the removal of the existing school bus loading zone, as it is no longer required.  Additionally, the short-term parking area will be adjusted and stopping will be prohibited in front of the school’s driveways to keep the area clear of parked vehicles.  Finally, a U-turn prohibition is proposed for both sides of the street to improve sightlines and reduce collision risks.  The proposed changes will create additional parking spaces for parents and guardians to pick-up and drop-off students, enhance visibility, and create a safer environment for students, parents, and other road users.

These recommendations are in consultation with the school principal, a school representative, Green Communities Canada, and the Councillor’s office.

The Scarborough Community Council recommends that:

1. City Council authorize the installation of traffic control signals at Sheppard Avenue East, at a point 130 metres east of Allanford Road.

2. City Council authorize the removal of the pedestrian refuge island on Sheppard Avenue East, at a point 130 metres east of Allanford Road, in conjunction with the installation of traffic control signals at Sheppard Avenue East, at a point 130 metres east of Allanford Road, as set out in Recommendation 1 above.

As the Toronto Transit Commission (TTC) operates a transit service on Sheppard Avenue East, City Council approval of this report is required.

Transportation Services staff are recommending the removal of the pedestrian refuge island (PRI) on Sheppard Avenue East, approximately 130 metres east of Allanford Road, and replacing it with traffic control signals at the same location.

There are several factors for the proposed recommendations:

- Pedestrian refuge island's do not provide right-of-way for pedestrians and are not considered an enhanced form of pedestrian crossing protection

- The heavy traffic on the five-lane cross-section of Sheppard Avenue East poses potential safety concerns for pedestrians crossing at the pedestrian refuge island between Agincourt Mall on the north side of Sheppard Avenue East and the seniors' residence located on the south side of Sheppard Avenue East.

- Due to the immediate proximity to the senior residence at 3825 Sheppard Avenue East, the subject pedestrian refuge island is used predominantly by seniors who often require extra time to cross the road.

- The potential concerns involving pedestrians crossing the subject area suggests that additional crossing protection should be considered at this location.

The replacement of pedestrian refuge island with traffic control signals will provide enhanced safety for all road users and is justified based on the assessment undertaken. 

The Scarborough Community Council:

1. Authorized the installation of speed humps on Ben Stanton Boulevard, between Lawrence Avenue East and Ben Adler Drive.

2. Directed the City Solicitor to prepare a by-law to alter the roadway for the installation of three speed humps on Ben Stanton Boulevard, between Lawrence Avenue East and Ben Adler Drive, generally as shown on Attachment 2, Drawing TC-558, to the report (September 3, 2025) from the Director, Enforcement and Street Management, Transportation Services.

 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 Ben Stanton Boulevard, between Lawrence Avenue East and Ben Adler Drive. Staff's assessment indicates the criteria as set out in the Traffic Calming Policy has been satisfied. Therefore, speed humps should be installed on Ben Stanton Boulevard.

The Scarborough Community Council:

1. Authorized the installation of speed humps on Brooklawn Avenue, between Barkdene Hills and Sunnypoint Crescent (south intersection)

2. Directed the City Solicitor to prepare a by-law to alter the roadway for the installation of five speed humps on Brooklawn Avenue, between Barkdene Hills and Sunnypoint Crescent (south intersection), generally, as shown on Attachment 2, Drawing TC-546, to the report (September 2, 2025) from the Director, Enforcement and Street Management, Transportation Services.

3. Rescinded the existing speed limit regulation of 40 km/h on Brooklawn Avenue, between Barkdene Hills and Sunnypoint Crescent (south intersection).

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 Brooklawn Avenue, between Barkdene Hills and Sunnypoint Crescent (south intersection). Staff's assessment indicates the criteria as set out in the Traffic Calming Policy has been satisfied. Therefore, speed humps should be installed on Brooklawn Avenue.

During the course of the investigation, Transportation staff discovered a discrepancy in the speed limit by-law regulation on Brooklawn Avenue, between Barkdene Hills and Sunnypoint Crescent (south intersection). Recommendation 3 will rectify this inconsistency.

The Scarborough Community Council:

1. Authorized the installation of speed humps on Confederation Drive, between Scarborough Golf Club Road and Kirker Avenue.

2. Directed the City Solicitor to prepare a by-law to alter the roadway for the installation of 10 speed humps on Confederation Drive, between Scarborough Golf Club Road and Kirker Avenue, generally as shown on Attachments 3 and 4, Drawings TC-564 and TC-564-1, to the report (September 3, 2025) from the Director, Enforcement and Street Management, Transportation Services.

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 Confederation Drive, between Scarborough Golf Club Road and Kirker Avenue. Staff's assessment indicates the criteria as set out in the Traffic Calming Policy has been satisfied. Therefore, speed humps should be installed on Confederation Drive.

The Scarborough Community Council:

1. Authorized the installation of speed humps on Dale Avenue, between Scarborough Golf Club Road and Kingston Road.

2. Directed the City Solicitor to prepare a by-law to alter the roadway for the installation of nine speed humps on Dale Avenue, between Scarborough Golf Club Road and Kingston Road, generally as shown on Attachments 3 and 4, Drawings TC-567 and TC-567-1, to the report (September 3, 2025) from the Director, Enforcement and Street Management, Transportation Services.

3. Amended the existing heavy vehicle prohibition regulation in effect at all times on Dale Avenue, between Cromwell Road and Scarborough Golf Club Road, to be in effect between Scarborough Golf Club Road and Kingston Road.

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 Dale Avenue, between Scarborough Golf Club Road and Kingston Road. Staff's assessment indicates the criteria as set out in the Traffic Calming Policy has been satisfied. Therefore, speed humps should be installed on Dale Avenue.

During the investigation, Transportation Services discovered a discrepancy between the by-lawed regulations and the posted signage for the heavy vehicle prohibition on Dale Avenue. Recommendation 3 will rectify this inconsistency.

The Scarborough Community Council:

1. Authorized the installation of speed humps on Danzig Street, between Poplar Road and Morningside Avenue.

2. Directed the City Solicitor to prepare a by-law to alter the roadway for the installation of five speed humps on Danzig Street, between Poplar Road and Morningside Avenue, generally as shown on Attachments 2 and 3, Drawings TC-568 and TC-568-1, to the report (September 2, 2025) from the Director, Enforcement and Street Management, Transportation Services.

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 Danzig Street, between Poplar Road and Morningside Avenue.  Staff's assessment indicates the criteria as set out in the Traffic Calming Policy has been satisfied.  Therefore, speed humps should be installed on Danzig Street.

The Scarborough Community Council:

1. Authorized the installation of speed humps on Farmbrook Road, between Nelson Street and Cheyenne Drive.

2. Directed the City Solicitor to prepare a by-law to alter the roadway for the installation of six speed humps on Farmbrook Road, between Nelson Street and Cheyenne Drive, generally as shown on Attachments 2 and 3, Drawings TC-566 and TC-566-1, to the report (September 3, 2025) from the Director, Enforcement and Street Management, Transportation Services.

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 Farmbrook Road, between Nelson Street and Cheyenne Drive.  Staff's assessment indicates the criteria as set out in the Traffic Calming Policy has been satisfied.  Therefore, speed humps should be installed on Farmbrook Road.

The Scarborough Community Council:

1. Authorized the installation of speed humps on Grangeway Avenue, between Ellesmere Road and Bushby Drive.

2. Directed the City Solicitor to prepare a by-law to alter the roadway for the installation of four speed humps on Grangeway Avenue, between Ellesmere Road and Bushby Drive, generally as shown on Attachment 2, Drawing TC-559, to the report (September 3, 2025) from the Director, Enforcement and Street Management, Transportation Services.

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 Grangeway Avenue, between Ellesmere Road and Bushby Drive. Staff's assessment indicates the criteria as set out in the Traffic Calming Policy has been satisfied. Therefore, speed humps should be installed on Grangeway Avenue.

The Scarborough Community Council:

1. Authorized the installation of speed humps on Janray Drive, between Hiscock Boulevard (south intersection) and Chandler Drive (south intersection).

2. Directed the City Solicitor to prepare a by-law to alter the roadway for the installation of four speed humps on Janray Drive, between Hiscock Boulevard (south intersection) and Chandler Drive (south intersection), generally as shown on Attachment 2, Drawing TC-565, to the report (September 3, 2025) from the Director, Enforcement and Street Management, Transportation Services.

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 Janray Drive, between Hiscock Boulevard (south intersection) and Chandler Drive (south intersection).  Staff's assessment indicates the criteria as set out in the Traffic Calming Policy has been satisfied.  Therefore, speed humps should be installed on Janray Drive.

The Scarborough Community Council:

1. Authorized the installation of speed humps on Linton Avenue between Victoria Park Avenue and Blantyre Avenue.

2. Directed the City Solicitor to prepare a by-law to alter the roadway for the installation of three speed humps on Linton Avenue between Victoria Park Avenue and Blantyre Avenue, generally, as shown on Attachment 2, Drawing TC-543, to the report (September 3, 2025) from the Director, Enforcement and Street Management, Transportation Services.

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 Linton Avenue between Victoria Park Avenue and Blantyre Avenue. Staff's assessment indicates the criteria as set out in the Traffic Calming Policy has been satisfied. Therefore, speed humps should be installed on Linton Avenue.

The Scarborough Community Council:

1. Authorized the installation of speed humps on Nixon Heights between Dairy Drive and Lily Cup Avenue.

2. Directed the City Solicitor to prepare a by-law to alter the roadway for the installation of three speed humps on Nixon Heights between Dairy Drive and Lily Cup Avenue, generally, as shown on Attachment 2, Drawing TC-547, to the report (September 2, 2025) from the Director, Enforcement and Street Management, Transportation Services.

3. Authorized the amendment of Schedule XLV (Part 1) to City of Toronto Municipal Code Chapter 950, Traffic and Parking, to remove Nixon Heights, between a point 45 metres east of Edhouse Avenue and a point 30 metres east of Lily Cup Avenue, 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).

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 Nixon Heights between Dairy Drive and Lily Cup Avenue. Staff's assessment indicates the criteria as set out in the Traffic Calming Policy has been satisfied. Therefore, speed humps should be installed on Nixon Heights.

The Scarborough Community Council:

1. Authorized the installation of speed humps on Sedgemount Drive, between Pandora Circle (southwest intersection) and Pandora Circle (northeast intersection).

2. Directed the City Solicitor to prepare a by-law to alter the roadway for the installation of nine speed humps on Sedgemount Drive, between Pandora Circle (southwest intersection) and Pandora Circle (northeast intersection), generally as shown on Attachments 3 and 4, Drawings TC-556 and TC-557, to the report (September 3, 2025) from the Director, Enforcement and Street Management, Transportation Services.

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 Sedgemount Drive, between Pandora Circle (southwest intersection) and Pandora Circle (northeast intersection). Staff's assessment indicates the criteria as set out in the Traffic Calming Policy has been satisfied. Therefore, speed humps should be installed on Sedgemount Drive.

The Scarborough Community Council:

1. Designated an on-street accessible parking space in effect at all times on the south side of Northview Avenue, between a point 73 metres east of Victoria Park Avenue and a point 5.5 metres further east.

This staff report is about a matter that Community Council has delegated authority from City Council to make a final decision.

Transportation Services is requesting approval for the installation of on-street accessible parking space for persons with disabilities on the south side of Northview Avenue.

The Scarborough Community Council:

1. Rescinded the existing school bus loading zone regulation, in effect from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., on the east side of Alexmuir Boulevard, between a point 197 metres north of Carolbreen Square and a point 44 further north.
 

2. 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 east side of Alexmuir Boulevard, between a point 36.6 metres north of Carolbreen Square and a point 234 metres further north, to be in effect from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., Monday to Friday, on the east side of Alexmuir Boulevard, between a point 60 metres north of Carolbreen Square and a point 113 metres further north.

3. Prohibited stopping from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., Monday to Friday, except July, August and on Public Holidays on the east side Alexmuir Boulevard, between a point 173 metres north of Carolbreen Square and a point 23 metres further north.

4. Authorized parking for a maximum period of 30 minutes from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., Monday to Friday, on the east side of Alexmuir Boulevard, between a point 196 metres north of Carolbreen Square and a point 70 metres further north.

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 removal of the existing school bus loading zone designated for Alexmuir Junior Public School, located on the east side of Alexmuir Boulevard, as it is no longer required.  Additionally, the implementation of a stopping prohibition is recommended at the entrance to the school bus loop to keep the area clear of parked vehicles.  The proposed changes will create additional parking spaces for parents and guardians to pick-up and drop-off students and will improve entry for school buses.

These recommendations are in consultation with Green Communities Canada and their working group with the school administration, staff and parents from Alexmuir Junior Public School.

During the investigation, Transportation Services discovered a discrepancy between the by-lawed regulations and the posted signage on the east side of Alexmuir Boulevard.  Recommendation 2 in this report will rectify this inconsistency.

The Scarborough Community Council:

1. Rescinded the existing school bus loading zone in effect from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., on the north side of Corvette Avenue, between a point 60 metres east of Eppleworth Road and a point 79 metres further east.

2. Rescinded the existing maximum 30-minute parking regulation in effect from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., Monday to Friday, on the east side of Eppleworth Road, between a point 79 metres north Corvette Avenue and a point 41 metres further north.

3. Rescinded the existing maximum 30-minute parking regulation in effect from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., Monday to Friday, on the east side of Eppleworth Road, between Corvette Avenue and a point 57 metres north.

4. Rescinded the parking prohibition in effect from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., Monday to Friday, on the east side of Eppleworth Road, between a point 57 metres north of Corvette Avenue and a point 22 metres further north.

5. Designated a school bus loading zone to be in effect from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday to Friday, on the east side Eppleworth Road, between a point 55 metres north of Corvette Avenue and a point 65 metres further north.

6. Authorized parking for a maximum period of 10 minutes from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., Monday to Friday, on the east side Eppleworth Road, between a point 15 metres north of Corvette Avenue and a point 40 metres further north.

7. Rescinded the existing parking prohibition in effect at all times on the west side of Eppleworth Road, between the north end of Eppleworth Road and a point 20 metres further south. 

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 the existing School Bus Loading Zone, designated for Corvette Junior Public School, on the north side of Corvette Avenue, be relocated to Eppleworth Road to facilitate safer pick-up and drop-off activities for the students.

During the course of the investigation, it was noted that there is a discrepancy between posted signs and the existing parking regulations. Recommendation 7 will correct this inconsistency.

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 - 781 Victoria Park Avenue.

2. Authorized the Fire Chief and City Solicitor to take the appropriate action to make a designated Fire Route.

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.

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 – 1897 Eglinton Avenue East

2. Authorized the Fire Chief and City Solicitor to take the appropriate action to make a designated Fire Route.

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.

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 - 8450 Sheppard Avenue East

2. Authorized the Fire Chief and City Solicitor to take the appropriate action to make a designated Fire Route.

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.

The Scarborough Community Council:

1. Authorized the temporary closure of Dowry Street to vehicular traffic between a point 15 metres west of the east end of Dowry Street and a point 44.1 metres further west, from September 18, 2025, until such time that Metrolinx can design and deliver the permanent road closure to facilitate pedestrian and cycling infrastructure improvements to Agincourt GO Station.

2. Directed the City Solicitor to introduce the necessary bills to give effect to Scarborough Community Council’s decision.

The purpose of this motion is to request a temporary closure of Dowry Street.

A permanent road closure by Metrolinx was approved in 2018, Agenda Item History - 2018.SC32.40, while Metrolinx completes the work necessary for the permanent closure, the community has requested I expediate a temporary closure of Dowry Street until the permanent closure by Metrolinx is completed.

Currently, vehicles are using this dead-end portion of Dowry Street to drop off and pick up GO passengers, causing traffic chaos and creating unsafe conditions for vulnerable road users accessing Agincourt GO.

The Scarborough Community Council:

1. Re-opened Item SC17.7, titled 17 Bellehaven Crescent - Fence Exemption.

2. Directed that Item SC17.7 be considered at the next Scarborough Community Council meeting on October 22, 2025 and that Notice be issued in accordance with Municipal Code Chapter 447, Fences.

Following the November 1, 2024 Scarborough Community Council meeting, additional context has been advanced which, on balance, justifies reconsideration of this matter.

The Scarborough Community Council recommends that:

1. City Council designate a Community Safety Zone in effect at all times on both sides of Kingston Road, between Valhalla Boulevard and Birchmount Road.

Community groups and members have consistently raised concerns regarding traffic safety along Kingston Road, particularly in the stretch between Valhalla Boulevard and Birchmount Road. This corridor serves as a major arterial route with high vehicle volumes and speeds, while also functioning as an important pedestrian and cycling link for residents, schools, and local businesses.

The area is home to key community institutions, including the Royal Canadian Legion Branch 13 and Birch Cliff Public School. Both generate significant pedestrian activity, with seniors, veterans, students, and families frequently crossing Kingston Road. The mix of heavy traffic volumes with vulnerable road users creates a heightened safety risk. Residents have voiced concerns about speeding, aggressive driving, and the challenges faced by children and seniors navigating this section of the road.

Designating a Community Safety Zone provides an additional enforcement and deterrence tool, as it allows for increased penalties for traffic violations. This reinforces the City’s commitment to protecting its most vulnerable road users and prioritizing safety over speed in high-risk areas.

Community Safety Zones are intended to safeguard locations where there is a demonstrated need for enhanced protection. Establishing a zone on Kingston Road between Valhalla Boulevard and Birchmount Road will help mitigate risks, support the safe operation of nearby community facilities, and align with the broader goals of the City’s Vision Zero Road Safety Plan.

The Scarborough Community Council:

1. Rescinded the parking prohibition in effect at all times on the north side of Northview Avenue between Victoria Park Avenue and Blantyre Avenue.

2. Authorized parking by permit only from 12:01 a.m. to 7:00 a.m. daily on the even (north) side of Northview Avenue from Victoria Park Avenue to Blantyre Avenue.

In response to requests from residents of Northview Avenue, the Ward Councillor asked Transportation Services to review the feasibility of introducing overnight on-street permit parking. City staff subsequently completed the required study in July 2025, which confirmed that there was capacity to create permit parking spaces on the street.

Following the study, a poll was mailed to residents between Victoria Park Avenue and Blantyre Avenue. Of the ballots returned, 35 of 58 were in favour, meeting the required threshold under Municipal Code Chapter 925. Based on these results, Scarborough Community Council adopted Item SC23.19 on June 5, 2025, authorizing overnight on-street permit parking on the odd (south) side of the street and prohibiting parking at all times on the north side.

Since the adoption of SC23.19, residents have raised concerns that the number of available spaces is not sufficient to meet the community’s parking needs. Many households do not have access to garages or private driveways, resulting in repeated overnight ticketing and ongoing challenges in finding legal parking. To address these concerns, this motion proposes to rescind the existing prohibition on the north side of Northview Avenue and authorize overnight on-street permit parking on the even (north) side from Victoria Park Avenue to Blantyre Avenue. This will provide additional regulated, equitably distributed spaces, while ensuring flexibility to accommodate accessibility needs where required. Without this motion, residents would continue to face significant challenges in accessing parking on their street, whereas approval establishes a transparent, regulated system that directly responds to concerns raised during consultations.

General Bills

Scarborough Community Council passed By-laws 930-2025 to 976-2025, subject to Section 226.9 of the City of Toronto Act, 2006.

Confirmatory Bill

Scarborough Community Council passed a Confirmatory Bill as By-law 977-2025, subject to Section 226.9 of the City of Toronto Act, 2006.

Scarborough Community Council will introduce bills.

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.