Agenda

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May 14, 2026

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- Moment of Silence

City Council will confirm the Minutes from the regular meeting held on April 22 and 23, 2026.

Report of the Executive Committee from Meeting 31 on May 12, 2026

Submitted by Mayor Olivia Chow, Chair 

Report of the Audit Committee from Meeting 12 on May 1, 2026

Submitted by Councillor Stephen Holyday, Chair

Report of the Board of Health from Meeting 32 on May 4, 2026

Submitted by Councillor Chris Moise, Chair

Report of the Economic and Community Development Committee from Meeting 28 on May 5, 2026

Submitted by Councillor Alejandra Bravo, Chair

Report of the General Government Committee from Meeting 29 on May 11, 2026

Submitted by Councillor Paul Ainslie, Chair

Report of the Infrastructure and Environment Committee from Meeting 29 on May 6, 2026

Submitted by Councillor Paula Fletcher, Chair

Report of the Planning and Housing Committee from Meeting 30 on May 7, 2026

Submitted by Councillor Gord Perks, Chair

Report of the Etobicoke York Community Council from Meeting 31 on April 29, 2026

Submitted by Councillor Stephen Holyday, Chair

Report of the North York Community Council from Meeting 32 on April 29, 2026

Submitted by Councillor James Pasternak, Chair

Report of the Scarborough Community Council from Meeting 31 on April 30, 2026

Submitted by Councillor Paul Ainslie, Vice Chair  

Report of the Toronto and East York Community Council from Meeting 32 on April 30, 2026

Submitted by Councillor Chris Moise, Chair

New Business and Business Previously Requested from the Mayor and City Officials

Members of Council will declare interests under the Municipal Conflict of Interest Act.

Members of Council may file petitions.

Various presentations and announcements will be made at the City Council meeting.

City Council will review the Order Paper.

Councillor Jamaal Myers, Ward 23, Scarborough North, has submitted the following Administrative Inquiry:

I am submitting this Administrative Inquiry under Municipal Code S27-7.11 to clarify the City’s response to the Chief Procurement Officer and Director of Internal Auditor’s report about the lack of invoices from Metrolinx about work done on SmartTrack (AU 12.4, “Future Contract Considerations for SmartTrack and Other Capital Project Agreements”).
 
Since the inception of the SmartTrack project in 2018 the Chief Procurement Officer and Director of Internal Auditor’s report notes that “despite best efforts” no invoices have been received by the city for work done, but that there have been approximately $184 million of costs incurred that are payable from the City’s portion of the funds dedicated to the project. This, the report further states, has a number of risk implications for the City given the sizeable payments apparently due to Metrolinx, which will deliver SmartTrack on behalf of the City. At its meeting on May 1, 2026, the Audit Committee also heard from City staff that since 2018, staff have made monthly requests to Metrolinx for these invoices and that “Metrolinx has not been able to provide us with the information, the invoices to date.”

Understanding the City’s portion of the SmartTrack costs is further complicated by Metrolinx’s use of contractors to deliver its own Go Expansion as well as delivering the SmartTrack stations project. Metrolinx does not distinguish between contracts with contractors who are delivering SmartTrack station and other components of GO expansion, and the work is often done within the same contracts. This means that the City is at risk of potentially paying for costs not properly incurred by the delivery of the SmartTrack program. Delineating between the two may be difficult as the work now spans eight years. The City is attempting to mitigate this risk by requesting “a detailed rationale for costs,” and supporting documentation to substantiate the costs being billed.

Given that the City does not have the capacity to audit a provincial agency, like Metrolinx:

1. Can staff please give City Council the exact dates from 2018 to present at which staff contacted Metrolinx about the outstanding invoices regarding SmartTrack? Staff had indicated at the Audit Committee, that they had made such enquiries once per month.

2. Can staff please give City Council Metrolinx’s rationale for not being able to provide the information and/or invoices to such requests?

3. Can staff please confirm that they have approached Metrolinx through the Steering Committee or the Finance Working Group or through the Transit Partnership Meetings to ask for the SmartTrack invoices, the detailed rationale, and the documentation necessary for audit purposes?

4. If confirmed, can staff please provide the date such request was made and the response from Metrolinx regarding the latest ask for invoices and the documentation necessary for audit purposes?

5. Can staff please provide to City Council a detailed description of the dispute resolution process identified in the SmartTrack Main Agreement if discrepancies arise between the City’s estimates and Metrolinx’s invoices for SmartTrack costs once the three-tiered process for reviewing invoices is completed (staff indicated that they first do a staff review, then use a “cost consultant” to independently review the invoices for the SmartTrack stations, and finally this is reviewed by the Executive Director, Transit Expansion)?

6. Can staff please confirm that since May 1 that the City’s estimate for $186 million for costs related to SmartTrack are still current and if there is any variation, has an invoice been issued for such variance?

The Planning and Housing Committee recommends that:

1. City Council direct the Executive Director, Housing Secretariat, to approve an allocation method of 100 percent Random Draw for Affordable Rental Homes included in the centralized access system for both initial occupancy and unit turnover.

2. City Council direct the Executive Director, Housing Secretariat, to review and approve targeted allocation requests made by housing providers for Affordable Rental Homes (excluding any homes that must be reserved for households in receipt of housing benefits), in alignment with the priority populations identified in the HousingTO 2020-2030 Action Plan or as directed by Council.

3. City Council direct the Executive Director, Housing Secretariat to implement the allocation request process as described in Recommendation 2 above, to Affordable Rental Homes approved by the City for financial incentives on or after the third quarter of 2026.

4. City Council direct the Executive Director, Housing Secretariat, to report back on implementation of the centralized access system for Affordable Rental housing by the end of the fourth quarter of 2027.

5. City Council direct the Executive Director, Housing Secretariat, to continue engaging stakeholders including not-for-profit housing providers, including one-on-one engagement, to inform implementation of the new Affordable Housing Access system.

The Planning and Housing Committee:

1. Requested the Executive Director, Housing Secretariat, to report directly to the April 22, 23, 24, 2026 City Council meeting with a report outlining the current and proposed frameworks for the affordable access system, including income eligibility requirements for affordable housing applicants, and requests for targeted allocation of affordable rental housing by housing providers.

A centralized access system that provides ‘one window access’ for affordable and deeply affordable, Rent-Geared-to-Income (RGI) rental housing is essential to simplify the application process for people seeking housing, better inform applicants of housing opportunities, and connect them more quickly to homes. In addition, a centralized access system will provide the City with increased oversight, better data to inform decision-making, and more efficient program management.

The City is establishing a centralized access point for applicants seeking Affordable Rental housing, leveraging the existing Choice-Based Housing Access System (the System) for RGI housing and its applicant-facing online portal.

Currently, Affordable Rental housing providers run and manage random draws for each new building, screen applicants, and manage building-specific waiting lists. Applicants must apply for every individual building through the building-specific application.

A centralized access system will provide a more efficient, transparent and consistent approach to finding and filling Affordable Rental homes for applicants and housing providers. Once Affordable Rental homes are integrated in the System, applicants will be able to apply through MyAccesstoHousingTO for two distinct types of housing – RGI which provides deeply affordable homes to residents receiving social assistance or earning low incomes, and Affordable Rental that provides homes affordable to people with moderate incomes who can sustain higher rental costs.

Implementing a centralized access system to ensure fair and efficient allocation of Affordable Rental homes is a key action in the HousingTO 2020-2030 Action Plan (“HousingTO Plan”), which provides a blueprint to guide actions and investments across the housing spectrum to enhance access to safe, secure and affordable homes for Toronto residents.

The launch of the System in 2021 for RGI homes has made it easier for residents to apply and manage their applications. The System has increased transparency for applicants, made it faster for available homes to be rented, and improved consistency of program administration. The City has also made several changes to improve access, reduce the administrative burden on applicants, and reduce barriers to participation as a result of the digital divide.

In 2022, through Item PH35.20, City Council directed staff to integrate Affordable Rental homes into the System and to implement several program rules and requirements, including an allocation methodology that used a mix of a random draw and a chronological approach that gave credit for time spent waiting on the RGI waiting list. Additionally, in 2025, through Item CC27.1, Council directed that the Housing Secretariat provide for the inclusion of sector-specific housing. This report addresses both directions from Council.  

Subject to the adoption of the recommendations in this report, the City will create a single, centralized access point for residents to apply for both RGI housing and Affordable Rental housing with implementation anticipated by Q3 2026.

To support the successful integration, this report recommends two program changes intended to increase clarity and improve efficiency for applicants and housing providers including establishing:  

- Random draw allocation for all Affordable Rental homes, a best practice which leverages and improves upon the current allocation methodology (rather than a mix of using random draw and chronological allocation)

- A mechanism to address requests for targeted allocations for new Affordable Rental homes.

Access to housing options across the full housing spectrum provides a foundation for improving social and economic outcomes for all. Integrating Affordable Rental homes into the System will provide applicants with a single, streamlined access point to two different types of housing, enable housing providers to quickly and easily advertise available rental homes to all eligible households, and allow for improved City oversight and monitoring as the City advances the HousingTO Action Plan so all Torontonians live in safe, stable, affordable housing.

The adoption of the MyAccesstoHousingTO applicant portal for Affordable Rental homes is a key component in helping the City of Toronto achieve its commitments to the right to adequate housing under the Toronto Housing Charter and the HousingTO Action Plan, by ensuring housing options can be easily navigated in a transparent way and accessed by all eligible households, including equity deserving groups. 

The Toronto and East York Community Council forwards the Item to City Council without recommendation.

This report recommends that City Council refuse the alteration to the designated heritage property at 9 Drumsnab Road under Section 42 of the Ontario Heritage Act.

The subject site is a "B-rated" property located in the South Rosedale Heritage Conservation District (HCD). The applicant proposes to remove the existing original windows and to enlarge certain features of the entryway assembly, including the sidelights, transom window, and door opening. These alterations do not comply with the South Rosedale Heritage Conservation District Plan, the Parks Canada Standards and Guidelines for the Conservation of Historic Places in Canada, and the Official Plan. As such, staff are recommending that this application be refused.

The City Clerk recommends that:  

1. City Council approve the reimbursement of legal expenses of $20,807.61 net of Harmonized Sales Tax recovery plus any interest owing to the law firm retained by Councillor Chris Moise to assist him in responding to the Integrity Commissioner’s investigation.

The purpose of this report is for Council, in accordance with the Members of Council Operations Policy, to consider approving the reimbursement of legal fees incurred by Councillor Moise in relation to the recent Integrity Commissioner investigation.

Councillor Jamaal Myers, seconded by Councillor Alejandra Bravo, recommends that:

1. City Council express its support for the Toronto Transit Commission board's decision on Item 2026.TTC14.18 outlining key principles for staff participation in consultations with the Province of Ontario on the province’s regulatory framework under the Fare Alignment and Seamless Transit Act, 2026.

Recommendations in TTC Item 2026.TTC14.18:

1. Endorse the following key principles to guide TTC staff participation in consultations with the Province of Ontario on the province’s regulatory framework under the Fare Alignment and Seamless Transit Act, 2026:

a. Local authority to develop local solutions to transportation needs – Preserve the autonomy of local transit systems to introduce fare and service policies that meet the needs of local communities and riders, keep transit affordable, and treat all Toronto residents equitably as a key component of the City’s approach to local transportation and congestion management.

b. Protect local transit service quality – Preserve service quality and standards relied upon by our customers – proposals must not negatively impact the experience of most customers who travel within the City of Toronto in efforts to improve cross-boundary travel for the 18% who currently make a connecting trip to GO or a 905-transit system.

c. No unfunded provincial mandates – Provincial decisions to set fares and/or service be matched with full funding (operating and capital) by the Province of Ontario.

d. Value for money – where provincial directives require the use of specific fare payment systems, unified booking systems, or other changes that have a financial impact to the TTC, there must be clear demonstration that the systems offer value for money, respect Toronto taxpayers, and are efficiently and effectively delivered.

e. Respect local transit system expertise and planning process – Consultation that respects the expertise and planning processes of local transit systems, customers and its employees, during both the development of the regulatory framework and when decisions are made using the regulations enacted under the Act.

f. Good governance – ensure opportunities for local transit systems, communities, and labour partners to have voice in decision making supported by a sustainable provincial funding model for public transit.

2. Request the Ontario Minister of Transportation provide an opportunity for public feedback on any regulatory framework or regulations proposed under Bill 98, Schedule 4, the Fare Alignment and Seamless Transit Act, 2026.

3. Request TTC staff to support public advocacy efforts by transit riders and other stakeholders to advance the principles outlined in Recommendation 1.

On March 30th, 2026, Ontario’s Minister of Municipal Affairs and Housing introduced Bill 98, Building Homes and Improving Transportation Infrastructure Act, 2026, and on April 14, 2026, the legislation passed Second Reading.

Schedule 4 of Bill 98 will enact the Fare Alignment and Seamless Transit Act, 2026, which enables the Minister of Transportation to exercise sweeping powers over service and fare policies to further integrate transit in the region. Consultation may commence as early as May 2026 on proposals under this new legislation.

The Toronto Transit Commission’s mission is to “serve the needs of transit riders by providing a safe, reliable, efficient and accessible mass public transit service through a seamless integrated network to create access to opportunity for everyone.” The Toronto Transit Commission’s role providing transit that keeps Toronto moving is integral to our city’s economy and the lives of people who rely on the Toronto Transit Commission to get around.

The ability for the Toronto Transit Commission to make decisions about service and fares are fundamental to our ability to deliver transit services that meet the needs of Torontonians and our city’s goals for transportation, congestion, and climate outcomes. These decisions are made by the Toronto Transit Commission Board through the Annual Network Plan, Operating and Capital Budgets, and other plans and strategies, which are informed by community input and considered at public meetings. Bill 98, Building Homes and Improving Transportation Infrastructure Act, 2026 proposes substantial power to the Minister of Transportation to introduce directives via regulation that would impact the Toronto Transit Commission’s authority in these areas.

As a partner in the One Fare program and operator of cross-boundary service on Line 1 into York Region, the Toronto Transit Commission has worked to contribute to a regional transportation network that serves people from across Ontario. These partnerships have been the result of collaboration across agencies and levels of government, and serve as a reminder of how we can work together to continue advancing stronger public transit in Ontario, together. If Bill 98 is adopted, regulations made under the Fare Alignment and Seamless Transit Act, 2026, (Schedule 4 of Bill 98) should be informed by the needs of local communities and continue that history of collaboration and mutual agreement.

At the Toronto Transit Commission Board’s meeting on April 16, 2026, the Board endorsed key principles to guide staff participation in consultations with the Province of Ontario on the regulatory framework under the Fare Alignment and Seamless Transit Act, 2026. This motion seeks Council’s affirmation of that decision.

Councillor Lily Cheng, seconded by Councillor Jamaal Myers, recommends that:

1. City Council request the Toronto Transit Commission board to work with the City and Metrolinx to examine the feasibility of:

a. creating a design standard for all new transit stations that includes platform screen edge doors, public washrooms, bike parking and bike share, and well-lit two-storey high ceilings above subway platforms, and maximizing the creation of real estate assets for commercial and community use; 

b. including passenger pick-up and drop-off and commuter parking lots with electric vehicle charging solutions in the design plans for all new subway stations outside Downtown Toronto; and 

c. installing platform edge doors on all new stations along the Yonge North Subway Extension and Scarborough Subway Extension, and request the Chief Executive Officer of the Toronto Transit Commission provide updates to the Toronto Transit Commission Board through the Toronto Transit Commission’s regular Transit Expansion Updates, and the City Manager provide those updates to City Council. 

2. City Council direct the Chief Planner and Executive Director, City Planning to work with Metrolinx, in consultation with the Executive Director of Transit Expansion, the Executive Director of Corporate Real Estate Management, the Executive Director of the Housing Development Office, the Chief Executive Officer of CreateTO and the Executive Director of Social Development to initiate conversations regarding the feasibility of a more visionary station design at Steeles Station and Sheppard-McCowan Station that incorporates surface transit operations, new housing, affordable housing, underground real estate opportunities, including potential community space, and the integration of the Station with surrounding buildings, and provide an update to City Council.

3. City Council request the Chief Planner and Executive Director, City Planning, in consultation with the General Manager, Transportation Services, the General Manager, Economic Development and Culture, the Chief Executive Officer, CreateTO, the President, Toronto Parking Authority, the Chief Strategy and Customer Experience Officer, Toronto Transit Commission and local Business Improvement Areas, to explore the need and opportunities for commuter parking at Steeles Station and Sheppard-McCowan Station, while also considering future parking in nearby developments. 

4. City Council direct City Manager and the Chief Planner and Executive Director, City Planning to provide all updates to the Ontario Ministry of Transportation to strengthen collaboration on future transit stations.

In light of sustained population growth, increasing development pressure, and rising demand on Toronto’s transit system, there is an opportunity to rethink how transit infrastructure is designed and integrated into the city. Major projects such as the Yonge North Subway Extension and the Scarborough Subway Extension present a rare chance to move beyond a narrow focus on transportation function toward a more holistic approach to station planning.

Historically, many subway stations in Toronto have been designed primarily for mobility, often with limited amenities such as public washrooms, minimal architectural ambition, and weak integration with surrounding communities. As the city evolves, there is growing recognition that stations can function as civic hubs that support not only transit use, but also safety, accessibility, economic activity, housing, and community life.

Global transit systems, including those in Taipei, demonstrate how stations can be designed as open-concept, well-lit, and highly visible environments, often incorporating two-storey configurations, platform screen doors, and stations that are integrated into buildings rather than stand alone structures. Their example also shows how transit agencies can manage real estate assets that generate long-term revenue while bringing vibrancy through retail and community space within stations.

In Toronto, there is an increasing interest in exploring similar approaches to improve safety, accessibility, and financial sustainability. At the same time, it is important to recognize that stations outside the downtown core serve different travel patterns and must accommodate a broader range of access needs, including commuters arriving by car. This requires thoughtful integration of pick-up and drop-off areas, parking, and multi-modal connections that support efficient access while aligning with broader mobility and climate goals.

As Toronto continues planning for expansion, stations such as the future Steeles and Sheppard-McCowan Stations represent a significant opportunity to advance a more ambitious, integrated model of station design. Their scale and locations make them well-suited for transit-oriented development that includes housing, particularly affordable housing, as well as commercial, community, and underground uses. Coordinated planning across City divisions, agencies, and regional partners will be essential to ensure these stations contribute to city-building objectives, support ridership growth, and help generate revenue that can be reinvested in transit. This motion reflects a shift toward viewing transit infrastructure not only as a transportation investment, but as a catalyst for inclusive growth and complete communities. We seek to work collaboratively with Metrolinx towards a visionary design standard to ensure how future stations can be optimized.

Councillor Lily Cheng, seconded by Councillor Jamaal Myers, recommends that:

1. City Council request the Federal and Provincial governments to consider funding the previously descoped Cummer Station to ensure transit infrastructure can support the current and projected density in the North York Centre Secondary Plan and Yonge North Secondary Plan, noting that these areas will experience significantly higher density than any other stations on the Yonge North Subway Extension outside of Toronto.

Work on the Yonge North Subway Extension is now underway, with key design and alignment decisions actively advancing. At the same time, the City of Toronto is progressing the North York Centre Secondary Plan (Phase 3), which contemplates the addition of 100,000 new residents in the area. This growth builds on the significant intensification already planned under the Yonge North Secondary Plan. Together, these plans confirm that the Yonge Street corridor between Finch and Steeles is one of the most rapidly intensifying urban areas in the Greater Toronto Area.

This motion is informed by previous City of Toronto staff analysis and Council direction, including the December 2023 “Cummer Station – Supplemental Report” (Background File 241560), which assessed the inclusion of Cummer Station within the Yonge North Subway Extension and confirmed the technical and planning implications of the current alignment.

The current alignment of the Yonge North Subway Extension excludes a station at Cummer Avenue. This omission results in a notably long station spacing of approximately 2 km between Finch and Steeles, which is atypical for a high-density urban context and inconsistent with established Toronto Transit Commission network patterns. In comparison, downtown Line 1 stations such as King, Queen, Dundas, College, and Wellesley are spaced at approximately 500–700 metres, reflecting a planning approach that prioritizes accessibility and walkable station catchments in dense urban environments.

Once construction proceeds beyond a certain point, the opportunity to incorporate a future Cummer Station will become increasingly cost-prohibitive and technically complex. The current design, including track profile considerations that are not flat through this segment, risks making future station insertion at this location practically infeasible without major disruption, including potential multi-year shutdowns of the line.

City modelling indicates that the current five-station extension is projected to serve approximately 94,000 daily riders, while a station at Cummer alone is forecast to accommodate over 23,000 daily boardings by 2051. This level of ridership is comparable to several existing Toronto Transit Commission subway stations and demonstrates that Cummer would function as a major node within the network, rather than a marginal stop.

The case for reinstating Cummer Station is grounded in several key considerations:

• High Ridership Potential: City forecasts indicate Cummer Station would exceed projected ridership levels of approved stations such as Clark and Royal Orchard.

• Active Development and Growth: The surrounding area is designated for significant intensification, with planned densities of approximately 249 people and jobs per hectare by 2051, exceeding typical Major Transit Station Area targets.

• Future-Proofing and Infill Potential: As demonstrated by the historical addition of North York Centre Station to Line 1, strategic infill stations can be successfully integrated to better serve evolving urban form and demand. Constructing Cummer Station now would avoid substantially higher costs and future disruption.

• Local Connectivity: The station would directly serve multiple secondary schools, including Drewry Secondary School, École secondaire catholique Monseigneur-de-Charbonnel, and Avondale Secondary Alternative School, while improving access to the 97 Yonge bus corridor.

• High Future Risk: Delaying consideration of this station risks necessitating full or partial shutdown of the Yonge North Subway Extension for extended periods if a station is added post-construction, as identified in City technical discussions.

As construction proceeds, nearby communities will inevitably experience significant disruption. While such impacts are inherent to major infrastructure delivery, they must be balanced with meaningful local benefits. Incorporating Cummer Station would help ensure that the corridor directly benefits from the substantial investment being made, while improving overall network utility and accessibility.

In light of these considerations, reinstating Cummer Station represents sound planning, improved network efficiency, and a commitment to equitable transit investment that aligns infrastructure with the scale of growth already planned and underway along the Yonge Street corridor.

The Executive Committee recommends that:

1. City Council increase the 2026 Operating Budget for Social Development in the amount of $0.615 million for Youth Community Service Initiative to be offset by funds secured from the Federal Government.
 

2. City Council request the Deputy City Manager, Community and Social Services, in partnership with the Chief People Officer, labour partners, City agencies such as the Toronto Transit Commission and the Toronto Community Housing Corporation and community organizations, to develop and implement a plan to capitalize on new federal investments in skilled trades through Team Canada Strong and the Build Canada Apprenticeship Service.

At the July 2025 meeting of City Council, I brought forward a motion to create CityServeTO, a new program to provide paid work experience for youth most vulnerable to violence and crime, aged 16-24. This program was developed through the Mayor’s Youth Safety Task Force and is delivered in partnership with community agencies. 

Now, we have the opportunity to increase our investment in youth safety and expand the program for this summer and give 100 young people aged 14-18 paid work experience serving their community, skills training, mentorship and violence prevention support.  While Toronto also hires 16,000 young people annually through jobs in recreation, special events, museums, and more - CityServe is a targeted program to help the youth and communities that need it most. CityServe prevents youth violence and gives young people more opportunities.

If we empower and support youth, especially those most at risk, we can create safer and stronger neighbourhoods for everyone across our city. By expanding CityServe, we’ll be giving 100 more teenagers access to work experience, a chance to give back to their communities, and a positive, healthy path forward. 

As Mayor, I often speak to the mothers who have lost children to gun violence. It is heartbreaking and traumatizing for families and communities, and it must end. We need to give young people a better path, more opportunity and more hope for the future. That’s how we stop young people from getting in trouble and build long-lasting community safety.

The Executive Committee recommends that:

1. City Council increase the 2026 Operating Budget for Environment, Climate and Forestry by $1,060,000 gross and $0 net, fully funded from the Corporate Extreme Weather Reserve (XQ1408), to support standardization where appropriate of the issuance of portable Air Conditioners to residents eligible for the City’s Air Conditioner Assistance Program, the City’s Hardship Fund and the Ontario Works Discretionary Benefit Program (OW and ODSP).

2. City Council in accordance with Section 71-11.1C of the City of Toronto Municipal Code Chapter 71 (Financial Control By-Law), authorize an amendment to Blanket Contract Number 4300000099, competitively awarded under nRFP Doc5443909641, issued to CLEAResult Canada Inc. for additional supply, delivery and installation of portable air conditioners by $1,041,667 net of all applicable taxes and charges ($1,060,000 net of HST recoveries), revising the current Blanket Contract value from $1,092,200 net of all applicable taxes and charges ($1,111,422 net of Harmonized Sales Tax recoveries) to $2,133,867 net of all applicable taxes and charges ($2,171,423 net of Harmonized Sales Tax recoveries).

3. City Council direct the Executive Director, Environment, Climate and Forestry, in coordination with Toronto Community Housing Corporation and Toronto Seniors Housing Corporation, to distribute air conditioners procured by the City to vulnerable tenants, with a focus on seniors within those housing providers, and, where appropriate, utilize the CLEAResult Canada Inc. procurement for any additional supply required.

4. City Council direct the City Manager to consolidate the requests that City Council has made to the Provincial and Federal Government around tenant supports, rent increases, incentives to retrofit buildings and other issues within their jurisdiction that would support the implementation of a Maximum Temperature By-law and re-transmit them to the appropriate level of government.

5. City Council request the Executive Director Municipal Licensing and Standards, as part of the ongoing development of the maximum temperature by-law, to consider recent examples of maximum temperature legislation in other municipalities, including New Westminster and New York City to inform Toronto’s framework, and to bring the by-law forward for Council’s consideration as per the direction in Item 2025.EX28.3.

Extreme heat and its impacts on human health is one of the City of Toronto’s most urgent climate hazards, now and for the future. As the City adapts, immediate measures are needed to address the health and safety risks for those most vulnerable to impacts of heat, such as older adults.

In December 2025, staff reported to City Council on a series of strategies to protect Toronto residents against extreme heat, including an update on the Air Conditioner Assistance program. At that time, Council directed staff to consider avenues to enhance access to the City’s Hardship Fund. The City’s Hardship Fund assists with the cost of certain medically based items/services, including cooling devices (air conditioners), for low-income Toronto residents who are not receiving assistance from Ontario Works or the Ontario Disability Support Program.

By leveraging funds secured through the 2026 budget, and an additional $1,060,000 from the Corporate Extreme Weather Reserve, this report recommends expanding and harmonizing air conditioner benefits across the City’s various program offerings to low-income and vulnerable residents, including applicants to the City’s Hardship Fund, recipients of Ontario Works/Ontario Disability Support Program benefits, and tenants across Toronto Community Housing Corporation and Toronto Seniors Housing Corporation buildings. This allows for up to 2400 air conditioners to be supplied and installed during the summer of 2026.

The report also provides an update on the work to develop a maximum indoor temperature by-law. The report was developed in consultation with the Housing Secretariat, Toronto Public Health, Toronto Employment and Social Services, and Toronto Community Housing Corporation.

The Executive Director, Environment, Climate and Forestry, the Executive Director, Social Development, and the Executive Director, Municipal Licensing and Standards, in consultation with the Housing Secretariat, will be submitting a report related to excessive heat in rental units and measures that target support to protect the health and safety of tenants most vulnerable to heat.

The Executive Committee recommends that:

1. City Council direct that Confidential Attachment 1 to the report (April 28, 2026) from the Executive Director, Housing Development Office remain confidential in its entirety as it relates to both a proposed or pending disposition of property by the City and a position, plan, procedure, criteria or instruction to be applied to negotiations carried on or to be carried on by or on behalf of the City and be made public at the discretion of the Deputy City Manager, Development and Growth Services.

The Executive Committee requested the Deputy City Manager, Planning and Growth Services and the Executive Director, Housing Development Office to review all the options for 838-844 Broadview Avenue and report to the May 20, 21 and 22, 2026 meeting of City Council.

This report responds to City Council direction from December 2025 requesting staff to report back with a development plan to activate the City-owned lands at 838 Broadview Avenue for a mixed-income affordable housing development consistent with the Toronto Builds Policy Framework and the public builder model.

In response to Council’s direction, staff examined how a mixed-income rental housing development could be accommodated on the City-owned parcel if pursued as a standalone project. As part of this analysis, staff also reviewed an alternative supportive housing scenario to understand how different housing program types could be accommodated on the site.

This report provides an overview of the development scenarios examined. Detailed information regarding development assumptions, massing analysis, scheduling, and financial considerations is provided in Confidential Attachment 1.

The Executive Committee recommends that:

Dockwall Resilience Program

1. City Council increase the 2026-2035 Capital Budget and Plan for Corporate Real Estate Management by $6.780 million, with 2026 cash flow of $2.7 million and 2027 commitments of $4.080 million, fully funded by debt, to accelerate Dockwall Resilience Program led by CreateTO.

2. City Council authorize the Director, Asset Management and Building Performance, Corporate Real Estate Management, in consultation with the Director, Waterfront Secretariat and the Director, Capital Projects Design and Delivery, Parks and Recreation, to negotiate and execute required delivery agreements and/or amendments for the Dock walls Resilience Program with CreateTO, Toronto Port Lands Company, Build Toronto Inc. or their respective subsidiary corporations on terms and conditions satisfactory to the Director, Asset Management and Building Performance, Corporate Real Estate Management and in a form satisfactory to the City Solicitor.

Western Beaches Breakwaters

3. City Council direct the Director, Waterfront Secretariat to prioritize the Western Beaches Breakwaters deflector arm repairs as a part of discussions with the Province of Ontario and the Government of Canada.

Overall Work Program

4. City Council direct the City Manager to continue to engage Federal and Provincial officials to advance dockwall ownership, responsibility and funding discussions.

5. City Council direct the Director, Waterfront Secretariat, in collaboration with the Director, Asset Management and Building Performance, Corporate Real Estate Management, the Director, Capital Projects Design and Delivery, Parks and Recreation and the Vice President, Port Lands Asset Management, CreateTO, to report back in the third quarter of 2027 on the overall Dockwall Resilience Program and the Western Beaches Breakwaters Action Plan.

Toronto’s waterfront infrastructure includes more than 37 kilometres of shoreline protection and marine structures, such as dockwalls, breakwaters, and revetments, many of which are approaching or over 100 years old. They serve critical functions including safeguarding vital waterfront areas and assets, providing stabilization for the shoreline and protecting the city from flooding and erosion, facilitating marine navigation including for industrial and recreational boating, and supporting vibrant public spaces along Toronto's waterfront.

This report provides an update on matters related to Toronto's shoreside infrastructure, including the Dockwall Resilience Program, the Western Beaches Breakwaters Action Plan, and the Eastern Gap Seawall.

Given the existing condition of dockwalls and breakwaters, and the known gaps in condition and ownership information, this report recommends a funding commitment of $6.78 million with 2026 cash flow of $2.7 million and 2027 commitments of $4.08 million on an exceptional basis to accelerate the Dockwall Resilience Program. The recommended funding is required to support the time-sensitive development of a state of good repair (SOGR) program for this major asset. As this shoreside infrastructure ages and declines, it presents increasing risks related to public safety, liability, and the continued use of the waterfront for economic, recreational and commercial purposes, making it essential for the City to take the first step in developing a clear understanding of current conditions to set priorities, estimate costs, and identify areas of risk for all governments.

The report recommends this be included in the Corporate Real Estate Management (CREM) budget. CREM has been identified as the Divisional lead for the dockwall work, including leading CreateTO agreements. CREM is the appropriate lead to inform lifecycle planning and a capital investment strategy for this City-wide strategic asset, particularly given the complicated nature of dockwall ownership and management along the waterfront and recognition that not all ownership is confirmed. As outlined throughout this report, CREM will work collaboratively with the Waterfront Secretariat and Parks and Recreation on the delivery of this work.

The work plan described in this report will inform capital prioritization, ultimately helping the City fully understand the pressure that this asset will place on the already constrained 10-year capital plan. It will also help advance discussions with other governments on roles and responsibilities for maintenance and long-term investment.

Dockwall Resilience Program

As directed by City Council, the Dockwall Resilience Program has been initiated on behalf of the City by CreateTO. The Dockwall Resilience Program will involve four phases including:

- Phase One: Background review and prioritization

- Phase Two: Engineering condition assessments, and subject to capital funding,

- Phase Three: Capital repairs

- Phase Four: Monitoring and maintenance.

The recommendations in this report, if approved, will advance the first two phases of the Dockwall Resilience Program which will include the development of a consistent assessment and prioritization methodology for repair and renewal needs, a systematic review of dockwall title and ownership, and the integration of this information into a database to collate the information in one organized location. The first phase will also include ownership verification for all known dockwalls. This will clarify who owns which dockwalls and will support the City and its government partners in understanding the true extent of the shared infrastructure challenges. It has been long-established that the current and future state of Toronto's shoreline infrastructure is not just a municipal issue but also a matter of provincial and federal concern, whether through ownership, regulation and/or policy direction.

An in-year adjustment to the 2026–2035 Capital Budget and Plan is recommended on an exceptional basis to allow work to begin and to ensure that preliminary findings are available to inform the City’s next 10‑year Capital Budget and Plan later this year. This work builds on an initial $550,000 allocation previously approved as part of the Waterfront Revitalization 10‑Year Capital Budget and Plan to support project start‑up activities in 2026.

Western Beaches Breakwaters Action Plan

The Western Beaches Breakwaters Action Plan relates to the in-water assets between Ontario Place and the Humber River, creating locations for recreational activities and beach shoreline protections. City staff, in consultation with Toronto and Region Conservation Authority (TRCA), have been advancing short-term project specific discussions in a coordinated manner with other orders of government. Staff have also consulted with stakeholders and community members within the Western Beaches and initiated discussions with government partners on historical records review and ownership.

A visual condition assessment, conducted by Baird Associates in 2026 has identified that over 60 percent of the Western Beaches Breakwaters system is in fair (20 percent) to poor (41 perecent) condition, with approximately 14 percent in serious condition requiring intervention within one to five years to maintain the asset. Zero (0) percent is in critical condition requiring immediate repairs. The assessment also identified priority repair areas and rough order of magnitude cost estimates to guide future discussions. System‑wide repairs are estimated at approximately $97 million, while full replacement of the 2,100 m breakwater system could cost up to $180 million, highlighting the necessity of a phased investment approach rooted in intergovernmental partnership.

City staff have identified a need to prioritize discussions on the repair of the "deflector arm" section of the breakwater. The arm has failed and its rehabilitation is estimated to cost $2.16 million. As the ownership review of the entire Western Beaches Breakwaters is ongoing, it is recommended that City Council direct staff to prioritize the deflector arm repairs in discussions with other governments.

Eastern Gap Seawall

The Eastern Gap seawall plays a critical role in protecting the Inner Harbour, supporting marine operations adjacent Toronto Island lands, and is also experiencing advanced deterioration and material loss. Transport Canada has confirmed that the seawall is under the ownership of the Toronto Port Authority. Early discussions have begun with the Toronto Port Authority on the need for additional safety fencing and signage to warn residents and visitors of its condition, and future discussions will be needed to identify long-term rehabilitation solutions.

Next Steps

Staff will report back on the Dockwall Resilience Plan by Q3 2027 including an update on condition assessments and ownership reviews. This report will include an update on the Western Beaches Breakwaters Action Plan. Technical updates will also be provided via the Annual Corporate Asset Management Plan (i.e., state of good repair reporting). Additional reports may be brought forward to City Council on specific assets should further approvals be required.

Ultimately the Dockwall Resilience Program, and its implementation as recommended to City Council, will allow for improved asset management, better capital budgeting and planning for state of good repair, and support a more comprehensive approach to discussions with government partners.

Toronto's dockwalls and breakwaters are owned by many agencies/governments, address various local, provincial and national objectives, and will require a collaborative approach to rehabilitation. As this shoreside infrastructure ages and declines, it presents increasing risks related to public safety, liability, and the continued use of the waterfront for economic, recreational and commercial purposes, making it essential for the City to take the first step in developing a clear understanding of current conditions to set priorities, estimate costs, and identify areas of risk for all governments.

The Executive Committee recommends that:

1. City Council approve the adjustments to carry-forward funding of an additional $237.2 million from unspent capital projects funding as detailed in Appendices 1a and 1b to the report (April 28, 2026) from the Chief Financial Officer and Treasurer in order to continue work on previously approved capital projects in 2026 and beyond, and that the 2026-2035 Tax and Rate Supported Capital Budget and Plan for respective City Programs and Agencies be adjusted accordingly.

2. City Council approve in-year budget adjustments to the 2025 and future year cash flow commitments, as well as reallocations of funding sources for prior Approved Capital Budgets, as detailed in Appendices 2a and 2b to the report (April 28, 2026) from the Chief Financial Officer and Treasurer.

As part of the 2026 Budget process, the 2026-2035 Capital Budget and Plan included $968.7 million of previously approved unspent funding for capital projects to be carried forward to 2026-2035. This carry-forward amount was based on an initial estimate of projected spending at the time of budget development, which was prior to the 2025 year-end closing. With the 2025 fiscal year close in February 2026, City Programs and Agencies have finalized the 2025 actual project spending as well as the total carry-forward needed. The primary purpose of this report is to seek Council's approval for an additional $237.2 million in carry-forward funding from 2025 to 2026-2035 period.

With the incremental carry-forward request, the total capital carry-forward funding from 2025 to the 2026-2035 Capital Budget and Plan will be $1.206 billion, and the total adjusted 2026 Tax and Rate Supported Capital Budget including previously approved carry-forward amount will be $5.889 billion. The revised total carry-forward funding is equivalent to 20.5% of the total 2026 Tax and Rate Supported Capital Budget.

This report also brings forward in-year capital budget adjustment requests for previously approved budget and future year commitments, taking into account the recommended incremental carry-forward. Approval of these requests is needed to provide the necessary spending authority to continue with capital project delivery.

The Executive Committee recommends that:

1. City Council authorize the Executive Director, FIFA World Cup 2026, Toronto Secretariat and the Chief, Toronto Paramedic Services to negotiate and enter into separate agreements with each of The Regional Municipality of Durham, The Regional Municipality of York and The Regional Municipality of Peel for the purpose of delivering uninterrupted emergency response within two kilometres of Toronto’s municipal boundaries using an integrated regional paramedic response model as detailed in the report (April 24, 2026) from the Executive Director, FIFA World Cup 2026, Toronto Secretariat and the Chief, Toronto Paramedic Service on 10 designated event days and on terms and conditions satisfactory to the Chief, Toronto Paramedic Services and in a form satisfactory to the City Solicitor.

At its meeting on April 28, 2026, the FIFA World Cup 2026 Subcommittee considered Item FWC12.1 and made recommendations to City Council.

Summary from the report (April 24, 2026) from the Executive Director, FIFA World Cup 2026, Toronto Secretariat and the Chief, Toronto Paramedic Service:

The FIFA World Cup 2026™ (FWC26) represents an unprecedented opportunity for the City of Toronto to showcase its global reputation as a diverse, inclusive, and vibrant city. As preparations advance, this report provides an update on several key initiatives supporting Toronto’s role as a Host City. This report includes the latest progress on the Community Benefits Plan, Social Procurement and Workforce Development, and the Liberty Village and Fort York Neighbourhood Plan.

Together, these updates reflect the City's commitment to ensuring that the benefits of hosting the FWC26 are felt widely across communities, support local economic growth, enhance civic engagement, and strengthen Toronto’s position as a world-class destination for major international events. This integrated approach ensures that equity, economic inclusion, and community vibrancy remain at the core of preparations and legacy planning for the FWC26 and beyond.

In addition, Toronto is expected to welcome more than 230,000 additional daily visitors during the tournament, which will place increased demand on the medical emergency response system and transportation networks. As a result, Toronto Paramedic Services is seeking to implement an integrated regional paramedic response model to maintain uninterrupted emergency medical service delivery during the FWC26. Toronto Paramedic Services would implement this deployment model on 10 high-demand event days between June 11 and July 2, 2026. This time-limited approach involves the deployment of paramedic resources from neighbouring services within Toronto near the municipal borders. Participating partners would include Peel Regional Paramedic Services, York Region Paramedic Services and Region of Durham Paramedic Services.

This proactive, collaborative strategy strengthens regional coordination, helps preserve emergency medical coverage across the city, balances frontline staff workload and supports Toronto’s safe hosting of a major international event.

This report is a coordinated response, led by the FIFA World Cup 2026 Toronto Secretariat (FWC26 Secretariat), in collaboration with Social Development, Toronto Paramedic Services, Purchasing & Materials Management and Economic Development and Culture.

The Executive Committee recommends that:

1. City Council amend City of Toronto Municipal Code Chapter 219, Records, Corporate (Local Boards) as set out in Attachment 2 to the report (April 16, 2026), as amended, from General Counsel, Toronto Transit Commission.

At its meeting on April 16, 2026, the Toronto Transit Commission considered item TTC14.13 and made a recommendation to City Council.

Summary from the Toronto Transit Commission

The TTC has completed a review and update of its Records Retention Schedule to ensure continued alignment with legislative requirements, operational needs, and records management best practices. This update supports the TTC’s commitment to responsible information governance, risk mitigation, and compliance with the City of Toronto Act, 2006.

Key changes include revisions to retention periods, consolidation of record series, introduction of new record categories, and administrative improvements to enhance clarity and usability for staff. These amendments support improved consistency in recordkeeping, reduce risk associated with unmanaged or outdated information, and provide clearer guidance to staff on the retention and disposition of TTC records.

This report recommends that the Board approve amendments to the Records Retention Schedule of the Toronto Transit Commission and further, that City Council amend Toronto Municipal Code Chapter 219, Records, Corporate (Local Boards), to adopt the Board-approved records retention schedule.

The Executive Committee recommends that:

1. City Council receive the report on Federation of Canadian Municipalities Committee Meetings - February 2026 outlined in the letter (April 21, 2026) from Councillor Paul Ainslie for information.

I am pleased to introduce the report outlining the key policy discussions and legislative resolutions from the Federation of Canadian Municipalities (FCM) standing committee meetings held between in February 2026. These meetings serve to align municipal advocacy across Canada on issues of public safety, infrastructure funding, and regional representation ahead of the 2026 FCM Annual Conference.

1. Community Safety and Crime Prevention (CSCP) committee reviewed several high-priority resolutions aimed at addressing emerging safety risks and social crises. A significant focus was placed on:

- Lithium-ion Battery Regulation: The committee recommended adopting a new policy to mitigate fire risks associated with lithium-ion batteries through stronger national regulations and safety standards.

- Mental Health and Homelessness: A resolution was advanced for a "Pan-Canadian Strategy on Mental Health and Homelessness." This strategy advocates for a coordinated federal response to the root causes of the homelessness crisis, ensuring that mental health supports are integrated into housing and shelter funding models.

- Bail Reform and Public Safety: Updates were provided on the Protecting Victims Act (Bill C-16) and ongoing discussions regarding RCMP contract policing and bail reform measures to support community stability.
 

2. Municipal Finance, Infrastructure and Transportation (FIT) committee focused on the "New Growth Framework for Canadian Municipalities," seeking to modernize how cities are funded.

- Revenue Diversification: A key recommendation was made to secure permanent, direct municipal revenue sources. The goal is to link municipal financial capacity more accurately to national population growth, inflation, and economic output, rather than relying solely on the property tax base.

- Infrastructure Gaps: The committee discussed federal policy gaps that hinder long-term planning. Advocacy continues for indexed-to-inflation infrastructure transfers to prevent the loss of investment opportunities and to address the "urban narrative" regarding the specific needs of large cities like Toronto.

- Economic Resilience: Members examined the role of municipal bonds and tax-exempt financing as tools to support major transportation and transit projects that are currently under strain due to rising operational costs.
 

3. Ontario Regional Caucus met to coordinate provincial specific interests within the national FCM framework.

- Membership and Advocacy: The caucus focused on the FCM membership campaign, targeting large non-member municipalities to strengthen the collective voice of Ontario at the federal level.

- Regional Alignment: Discussions centered on ensuring that Ontario’s unique pressures - such as the rapid growth in the GTHA and the specific infrastructure needs of rural and northern communities - are reflected in the FCM Board of Directors' upcoming advocacy cycle.
 

Across all committees, there was a concerted effort to prepare for the Spring Economic Statement and Federal Budget 2026. The committees are championing a unified municipal voice to ensure that federal investments in housing, public safety, and transit are predictable and long-term. This strategic alignment ensures that Toronto’s local priorities are integrated into a national platform, maximizing our ability to secure federal partnerships for local community improvements.

The Executive Committee recommends that:

1. City Council receive the report on the Great Lakes and St. Lawrence Cities Initiative: Confluence Forum update outlined in the letter (April 21, 2026) from Councillor Paul Ainslie for information.

I am pleased to provide this update for your information following my attendance at the recent forum on behalf of Mayor Olivia Chow. This report summarizes the proceedings of the Confluence Forum hosted by the Great Lakes and St. Lawrence Cities Initiative (GLSLCI) at Toronto City Hall on January 20, 2026. The forum brought together municipal leaders, conservation experts, and environmental advocates to discuss regional strategies for climate resilience, clean energy innovation, and the mitigation of plastic pollution within the Great Lakes basin.

1. Climate Resilience and Coastal Hazards: The primary focus of the forum was the "Adapting to Coastal Hazards Across the Great Lakes" program led by Conservation Ontario. This federally funded initiative assesses the social, environmental, and economic impacts of climate change across three specific pilot areas: Western Lake Ontario (Niagara to Halton), Southern Lake Huron, and Northern Lake Superior. The program aims to strengthen the capacity of Conservation Authorities to support municipal planning and protect shorelines from erosion and flooding. These regional efforts align with Toronto’s ongoing development of a citywide Climate Change Adaptation Action Plan, scheduled for 2026.

2. Nuclear Innovation and Clean Energy: The forum explored the role of nuclear energy in Ontario’s clean energy frontier, specifically through presentations by the Nuclear Innovation Institute. Discussion focused on how municipalities can leverage nuclear technology to meet net-zero targets while supporting regional economic development. This session highlighted the importance of a diverse energy mix to ensure long-term grid reliability and carbon reduction across the Great Lakes region.

3. Addressing Plastic Pollution and the "Plastics Menace": Research presented by the University of Toronto’s Rochman Lab and Oceana Canada underscored the critical levels of microplastics found in the Great Lakes, particularly near urban centers like Toronto. Key points included:

- Source Reduction: Advocacy for expanding municipal By-laws to include large venues and mandating reusable containers for dine-in operations to cut waste at the source.

- By-law Implementation: Discussions on "Ask-First" approaches for single-use items and the potential for three-year phase-in periods for small businesses to install necessary infrastructure, such as dishwashers, to support reuse systems.

- Monitoring: The Ministry of Environment, Conservation and Parks (MECP) continues to monitor high concentrations of microplastics in local waters and fish, necessitating standardized regional monitoring and producer responsibility.

4. Toronto’s Leadership and Strategic Actions: As the host city, Toronto highlighted its progress under the Single-Use and Takeaway Items (SUTI) By-law, which became active on March 1, 2024. The City is currently exploring additional measures to reduce litter and protect waterways, including future reports from the Solid Waste Management Services Division on mandating reusables for dine-in services. The forum concluded with a commitment to continued collaboration across the basin, leading up to the 2026 Annual Conference in Hamilton, Ontario.

The Executive Committee recommends that:

1. City Council receive the report on the Great Lakes and St. Lawrence Cities Initiative: Great Lakes Day 2026 Advocacy Meetings update outlined in the letter (April 21, 2026) from Councillor Paul Ainslie for information.

I am pleased to provide this update for your information following my attendance at the recent Great Lakes Day 2026 Advocacy mission to Washington, D.C., March 3-5, 2026, on behalf of Mayor Olivia Chow. The mission focused on high-level advocacy with U.S. federal and congressional leaders to protect shared water resources and preserve the vital U.S.–Canada trade relationship during a period of significant global trade uncertainty.

The delegation's primary objective was to urge the U.S. government to avoid new tariffs or increases on Canadian goods, highlighting that the Great Lakes region facilitates 50% of all bilateral trade and represents the world's third-largest regional economy. In a joint press release issued on March 5, 2026, the Deputy Mayor emphasized that the ongoing USMCA–CUSMA Joint Review should be leveraged to strengthen supply-chain resiliency rather than creating new trade barriers that increase costs and jeopardize regional competitiveness.

In addition to trade, the mission addressed critical environmental and infrastructure priorities for Toronto. Advocacy efforts focused on the reauthorization of the Clean Water and Drinking Water State Revolving Funds (SRFs) and continued federal support for the Great Lakes Restoration Initiative (GLRI). These programs are essential for addressing aging infrastructure and shoreline resiliency—a key concern for Toronto, as its 46 km of shoreline serves as the city's sole source of drinking water.

During the visit, the delegation conducted intensive meetings on Capitol Hill with representatives from several key Great Lakes states to align on regional economic and environmental goals:

- Michigan (MI): Engaged with Senator Gary Peters and Representatives Bill Huizenga and Kristen McDonald-Rivet, as well as staff for Senator Elisa Slotkin and Representative Debbie Dingell.

- Wisconsin (WI): Met with Senators Tammy Baldwin and Ron Johnson, and Representatives Bryan Steil and Glenn Grothman, along with staff for Representative Tony Wied.

- Ohio (OH) & Indiana (IN): Consulted with Senator Bernie Moreno and Representative Bob Latta, as well as Senator Todd Young (IN) and Representative Frank Mrvan.

- New York (NY) & Minnesota (MN): Met with Representatives George Latimer, Nick Langworthy, and Pete Stauber, as well as staff for Representative Tim Kennedy.

The delegation concluded by urging federal partners to maintain stable, predictable market access and to continue binational collaboration to tackle emerging contaminants and climate-related risks to the Great Lakes basin.

The Executive Committee recommends that:

1. City Council receive the report on the Mayors and Regional Chairs of Ontario January 16, 2026 and March 13, 2026 meeting updates outlined in the letter (April 21, 2026) from Councillor Paul Ainslie for information.

I am pleased to provide this update following my attendance at the recent meetings on behalf of Mayor Olivia Chow, summarizing the proceedings and strategic advocacy alignment resulting from the January 16 and March 13, 2026, meetings of the Mayors and Regional Chairs of Ontario (MARCO). The sessions focused on municipal pressures, specifically the escalating homelessness crisis, the financial sustainability of transit, and the operational transition of the provincial Blue Box program.

1. Escalation of the Provincial Homelessness Crisis: Updated research from the Association of Municipalities of Ontario (AMO) was provided revealing that nearly 85,000 Ontarians were known to be homeless in 2025, representing an 8 percent increase over the previous year and a 50 percent increase since 2021. More than half of this population is considered chronically homeless. While urban centers remain heavily impacted, the crisis is expanding rapidly in rural and Northern communities (growing by 30 percent and 37 percent respectively). MARCO is calling for a fundamental new approach that prioritizes long-term housing solutions over temporary emergency measures, estimating that an $11 billion investment over 10 years is required to create 75,000 new affordable and supportive housing units.

2. Transit Sustainability and Infrastructure Funding: Municipalities continue to face significant fiscal challenges regarding transit operations. Ridership has not fully recovered to pre-pandemic levels, with approximately 110 million fewer riders in 2025 compared to 2019. In Toronto, transit has now surpassed police services as the largest line item on the property tax bill. MARCO’s 2026 advocacy priorities include securing a permanent federal infrastructure transfer indexed to inflation and establishing a sustainable provincial operating funding model to relieve the burden on municipal property taxes.

3. Blue Box Transition to Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR): As of January 1, 2026, Circular Materials assumed full operational and financial responsibility for residential recycling in Ontario. Following the conclusion of Toronto’s transition agreement on December 31, 2025, the City no longer manages residential Blue Box materials. Staff have observed inconsistent supplemental collection and delayed customer service response times from the new provider. MARCO members discussed aligned advocacy to ensure Circular Materials meets service standards, particularly for residents requiring side-door collection and those impacted by recent collection schedule changes.

4. Public Safety and Community Infrastructure: Engagement with the Solicitor General highlighted the rising costs of community safety. To protect residents, Toronto recently amended Municipal Code Chapter 743 to establish "Access Areas" around social infrastructure—such as schools and community centers—to ensure safe access without intimidation. Additionally, the City has launched a $2.5 million Hostile Vehicle Mitigation (HVM) Grant, offering up to $100,000 to non-profits and faith-based organizations at risk of hate-motivated incidents to install protective physical measures.

The proceedings of MARCO continue to serve as a critical platform for municipal leaders to coordinate requests for provincial and federal support, ensuring that local priorities across Toronto are integrated into broader regional and national advocacy strategies.

Mayors and Regional Chairs of Ontario

The Executive Committee recommends that:

1. City Council receive report on the Ontario’s Big City Mayors Caucus February 6, 2026 meeting update outlined in letter (April 21, 2026) from Councillor Paul Ainslie for information. 

I am pleased to provide this update for your information following my attendance at the recent meeting on behalf of Mayor Olivia Chow. This report provides a summary of the strategic discussions and policy resolutions from the Ontario’s Big City Mayors (OBCM) caucus meeting held on February 6, 2026. The meeting focused on the 2026 Provincial Pre-Budget submission, healthcare system pressures, and municipal tax reform aimed at improving financial sustainability for Ontario’s largest urban centers.

1. 2026 Provincial Pre-Budget Submission: OBCM engaged in a pre-budget discussion with the Minister of Finance to outline key municipal priorities. The 2026 submission emphasizes that Toronto’s operating budget currently allocates over $1.5 billion (27 percent of property tax funding) to housing and social services—a burden that continues to rise despite the Ontario-Toronto New Deal. Primary requests include:

- Transit Operating Funding: Addressing the unsustainable gap where transit has become the largest line item on the property tax bill, surpassing police services.

- Supportive Housing: Calling for a "housing-first" approach that pairs capital investments with guaranteed, long-term provincial operating funding for supportive housing projects.

- Public Safety: Establishing a sustainable, needs-based funding model for police services to address provincially mandated obligations and organized crime, including synthetic fentanyl production and extortion.

2. Education Tax Reform: A significant motion was brought forward calling for the Province to remove the property-based education levy. Currently, education funding in Toronto represents approximately 20 percent of a residential property tax bill and 39 percent of a commercial bill.

- Education is a provincial responsibility. Removing this levy would allow municipal property taxes to focus exclusively on core municipal services and infrastructure, such as water, transportation, and waste management.

- OBCM is advocating for a modernized system that improves tax fairness and affordability for lower-income households who are disproportionately burdened by regressive property taxes.

3. Emergency Room and Paramedic Service Reform: The caucus addressed critical delays within the healthcare system that directly impact municipal services.

- In 2023, Toronto Paramedics spent 60 percent of their time in hospitals, with 42 percent of cases exceeding the 30-minute offload target.

- OBCM passed a motion calling for "Finlay’s Law" to set legal maximum ER wait times for children and mandated nurse-to-patient ratios.

- At my request, an amendment was included to specifically recognize that ER delays contribute to excessive ambulance offload times, straining the response capacity of municipal paramedic services across Ontario.

4. Blue Box Transition Oversight: The caucus reviewed the post-transition implementation of the Blue Box program under Circular Materials. While the City of Toronto officially exited recycling management on December 31, 2025, ongoing monitoring is required to address inconsistent collection and poor customer service responsiveness. OBCM remains a venue for aligned municipal pressure on Circular Materials to ensure they fulfill their operational and financial responsibilities to residents without further municipal intervention.

5. Administrative and In-Camera Business: The committee conducted its necessary administrative duties, including a review of internal policy frameworks and legislative updates regarding Municipal Freedom of Information (FOI). Per established protocol, all internal OBCM budgetary and financial planning remains confidential and was discussed in-camera to protect the strategic interests of the member municipalities.

The Executive Committee recommends that:

1. City Council receive the report on the Ontario Big City Mayors Meetings April 16 - 17, 2026 and Advocacy Day, April 22, 2026 updates outlined in the letter (April 23, 2026) from Councillor Paul Ainslie for information.

This letter is for information regarding my participation in meetings of the Ontario Big City Mayors (OBCM) held between April 16 and April 22, 2026 including meetings with provincial ministers, federal housing officials and Members of Provincial Parliament as part of OBCM Advocacy Day at Queen’s Park.

On Thursday, April 16, 2026, I attended a OBCM meeting with the Honourable Rob Flack, Minister of Municipal Affairs and Housing, chaired by Mayor Marianne Meed Ward. The meeting focused on municipal priorities related to housing delivery and the proposed Canada–Ontario Partnership to Build.

On Friday, April 17, 2026, I attended the OBCM Mayor’s Caucus meeting, which included discussions with Build Canada Homes (BCH) leadership and deliberations among mayors on shared challenges related to housing, development charges, municipal finance, and service sustainability.

On Wednesday, April 22, 2026, I participated in OBCM Advocacy Day at Queen’s Park, alongside Mayors and Deputy Mayors from several large Ontario municipalities. Advocacy Day included meetings with Cabinet Ministers and Opposition critics.

Discussion took place on the Canada–Ontario Partnership to Buil, During the meeting with Minister Flack and throughout subsequent discussions. OBCM Mayors raised concerns regarding the financial and implementation impacts of the proposed Canada–Ontario Partnership to Build, including:

- Risks to municipal fiscal sustainability if development charge (DC) reductions are not fully or timely compensated

- Cash‑flow and timing challenges, where DC reductions may precede replacement funding

- Existing DC‑funded debt exposure, particularly for growth‑related infrastructure

- Potential cost shifting to property taxpayers and utility ratepayers

- Equity considerations, including impacts on municipalities that have already reduced DCs or do not levy DCs

- Market uncertainty affecting development decisions

- Administrative complexity associated with project‑by‑project funding models
 

I along with the Mayors and Deputy Mayors emphasized the importance of predictable, upfront funding and meaningful municipal involvement in program design.

Build Canada Homes and Housing Delivery

Discussions with federal housing officials highlighted that while Build Canada Homes capital funding is welcomed, it must be paired with predictable, long‑term provincial operating funding—particularly for supportive housing—to ensure projects can proceed at scale. A portfolio‑based, multi‑year funding approach was identified as the preferred model to accelerate housing delivery.

Development Charges

We discussed ongoing federal and provincial program design related to development charges. It was noted that municipalities, including Toronto, have already taken significant steps to incentivize housing development through DC waivers, exemptions, and freezes. Mayors cautioned that further reductions without guaranteed compensation could undermine municipal financial stability.

911 Levy and Public Safety

We discussed municipal options to implement a 911 levy to fund Next Generation 911 services, noting that Ontario remains one of the few provinces without a provincially legislated surcharge. The conversation emphasized sustainable funding for emergency communications without increasing reliance on the property tax base, alongside broader concerns regarding policing costs and public safety funding inequities.

Homelessness, Mental Health, and Addictions

During Advocacy Day meetings with ministers and opposition members, I participated in discussions on the escalating homelessness, mental health, and addictions crisis. Mayors reinforced the need for a whole‑of‑government response, long‑term operating funding for supportive housing, and coordinated health and social service investments.

Scarborough East Rapid Transit Line

During the April 22, 2026, Advocacy Day meetings, I took the opportunity to advocate for the Scarborough East Rapid Transit (SERT) Line. The importance of sustained provincial partnership and investment in rapid transit infrastructure was highlighted as critical to supporting housing growth, improving mobility, and connecting residents in Scarborough to economic and employment opportunities across the city and region.

Across all meetings, OBCM Mayors and Deputy Mayors consistently emphasized:

- The need for predictable and upfront funding

- Avoiding cost uploading to municipalities and property taxpayers

- Ensuring equitable treatment of municipalities with varying growth pressures and fiscal capacities

- Aligning housing, transit, and infrastructure investments with municipal fiscal sustainability and service delivery needs
 

My participation in the April 2026 OBCM meetings and Advocacy Day supported continued City and OBCM advocacy for sustainable housing delivery, reliable transit and infrastructure funding, and stable investment in essential public services.

The discussions underscored the importance of coordinated action across orders of government to advance complete, connected, and livable communities.

The Audit Committee recommends that:  

1. City Council request the Executive Director, Corporate Real Estate Management Division, to improve and formalize the Division’s change order policies and procedures to ensure they are comprehensive, clear and consistently applied across all capital projects and aligned with contract terms, and at a minimum, the procedures should:

a. Establish Corporate Real Estate Management staff and management approval authorities and financial thresholds for review and approval of change orders, including requirements for escalation to senior management where necessary;

b. Specify documentation requirements for Corporate Real Estate Management staff for change orders, including justification for the change, cost and schedule impact, cost breakdown, and evidence of review and approval by required parties;

c. Specify documentation requirements for Corporate Real Estate Management staff confirming that markups and additional fees and charges included in change orders are applied in accordance with the contract;

d. Specify review requirements for Corporate Real Estate Management staff for contractor invoices, including verification that the related work is completed in accordance with the contract terms before payment is authorized and released; and

e. Set expectations for Corporate Real Estate Management staff for completing and communicating consultant and contractor performance evaluations and following up to make sure appropriate corrective actions are taken in areas where consultants and contractors do not meet expectations.

2. City Council request the Executive Director, Corporate Real Estate Management Division, to provide training for project managers when the capital project policy and procedures are implemented or updated, and when quality assurance reviews indicate the need for supplementary refresher training, to ensure consistent understanding and application of change order requirements across all capital projects.

 
3. City Council request the City Manager, in consultation with the Chief Procurement Officer, City Solicitor, and relevant Division Heads, to review contract structures, procurement practices, legal risks, and vendor relationships and consider adopting a consistent City-wide approach for directly accessing and reviewing subcontractor records, to enhance oversight of change orders and address risks related to contractor overbilling and / or irregularities in change order documentation.

4. City Council request the Executive Director, Corporate Real Estate Management Division, in consultation with the City Solicitor, to:

a. Review the change orders for contracts where potential overcharges for markups and other charges were identified during the audit and take appropriate steps to recover the funds or secure credits, where possible;

b. Review change orders for all current capital projects (and recently completed capital projects, prioritized based on risk) to confirm contract terms for markups and other charges are correctly applied and pursue recovery or credits of any charges that are not in accordance with contract terms, where possible; and

c. Standardize and clarify the contract language included in Corporate Real Estate Management project-specific schedules attached to the City’s standard construction agreement and ensure staff’s consistent understanding of the applicability and calculation of markups and other additional fees and charges related to a change; and, where applicable, provide feedback on potential improvements to the City’s standard clauses for consideration as part of the City-wide review of construction agreement templates.

5. City Council request the Executive Director, Corporate Real Estate Management Division, to ensure Corporate Real Estate Management staff and external consultants have an appropriate and consistent understanding of the consultants’ roles and responsibilities for reviewing and recommending change orders for City approval, including:

a. Assessing the reasonableness of change order pricing;

b. Documentation standards and record retention requirements; and

c. Verifying general contractor compliance with City contract terms.

6. City Council request the Executive Director, Corporate Real Estate Management Division, to reduce overreliance on external consultants and to update policies and procedures and provide training, to reinforce Corporate Real Estate Management project managers' understanding of the importance of fulfilling their oversight responsibilities and overall accountability for reviewing, approving and administering change orders.

7. City Council request the Executive Director, Corporate Real Estate Management Division, to ensure:

a. Change orders are appropriately reviewed and records demonstrating the nature and extent of reviews of the reasonableness and appropriateness of change orders (including pricing, scope, and schedule impacts) are retained in the City’s project files;

b. Change orders and change directives are appropriately approved, in accordance with signing authority and financial thresholds, before beginning work; and

c. Contractor invoices and supporting documentation are reviewed and confirmed by Corporate Real Estate Management project managers to comply with contract terms and related policies and procedures, before payment is approved and released.

8. City Council request the Executive Director, Corporate Real Estate Management Division, to establish a formal and consistent process for identifying, documenting, and managing change orders resulting from design errors and omissions, and this process should include:

a. Requiring the use of standardized categories to identify the reasons for change orders (including design errors and omissions) and consistently tracking design errors and omissions across projects;

b. Establishing procedures for assessing additional costs arising from design errors and omissions; and

c. Defining when and how to pursue claims and cost recovery from the external consultant, including required documentation, considering the cost and benefit of pursuing such claims.

9. City Council request the Executive Director, Corporate Real Estate Management Division, in consultation with the Chief Procurement Officer and City Solicitor, to:

a. Ensure that Corporate Real Estate Management project managers consistently complete the mandatory performance evaluations for general contractors and consultants;

b. Ensure that Corporate Real Estate Management project managers monitor general contractors and consultants to confirm they take corrective actions in response to areas where performance does not meet expectations, which includes communicating issues, reviewing progress and documenting whether the issues persist or are resolved; and

c. Ensure that the performance evaluations are reviewed and used for performance management purposes, and to explore opportunities to incorporate evaluation results into future bid evaluations.

10. City Council request the Executive Director, Corporate Real Estate Management Division, to strengthen the quality assurance process for both complete and active projects and to include a focus on capital project change orders by:

a. Establishing the scope and frequency of quality assurance reviews related to change orders;

b. Ensuring quality assurance reviews examine a sample of change orders to verify that Corporate Real Estate Management project managers have obtained, reviewed, and retained sufficient supporting documentation to confirm that changes were necessary and justified; that costs, schedule impacts, and markups or other fees are reasonable and in accordance with contract terms; and that all required approvals and supporting documentation were obtained in a timely manner; and

c. For a selection of general contractors, confirming directly with subcontractors that the amount on change orders matches the subcontractors’ quotes or actual charges invoiced to the general contractor, where possible.

11. City Council request the Executive Director, Corporate Real Estate Management Division to:

a. Expedite implementing a centralized system to track and record key documentation and data for capital projects, including all change orders;

b. Ensure the use of standardized categories to identify and track the root causes of change orders;

c. Establish and implement key performance indicators for change order management to support consistent monitoring and oversight of compliance with internal procedures and contractual requirements; and

d. Create standardized reports for management to monitor change orders and related key performance indicators, including volume, value, reasons and trends across all Corporate Real Estate Management-managed capital projects.

12. City Council direct that Revised Confidential Attachment 1 to the report (April 17, 2026) from the Auditor General remain confidential in its entirety, as it contains information that is subject to litigation or potential litigation that affects the City of Toronto and contains information about a position, plan, procedure, criteria, or instruction to be applied to any negotiations carried on or to be carried on by or on behalf of the City of Toronto.

13. City Council request the Executive Director, Corporate Real Estate Management Division, to report back to Audit Committee in the second quarter of 2027 on the status of actions taken in response to audit recommendations, including progress made and outcomes achieved as a result of those actions.

14. City Council request the City Manager, in consultation with the City Solicitor, to:

a. Review the change orders for contracts where potential overcharges for markups and other charges were identified during the audit and take appropriate steps to recover the funds or secure credits, where possible;

b. Review change orders for all high-risk capital projects, over at least the last two years (May 1, 2024 to May 1, 2026), and recently completed capital projects, prioritized based on risk, to confirm contract terms for markups and other charges are correctly applied and pursue recovery or credits of any charges that are not in accordance with contract terms, where possible; and

c. Standardize and clarify the contract language included in all of the City's capital project-specific schedules attached to the City’s standard construction agreement and ensure staff’s consistent understanding of the applicability and calculation of markups and other additional fees and charges related to a change; and, where applicable, provide feedback on potential improvements to the City’s standard clauses for consideration as part of the City-wide review of construction agreement templates.

The Auditor General, and the Deputy Auditor General, gave a presentation on Audit of Corporate Real Estate Management: Strengthening Accountability and Oversight of Change Orders in Capital Projects.

The Corporate Real Estate Management Division is responsible for delivering some of the City’s largest and complex capital construction projects.

The Auditor General’s 2025 Audit Work Plan included a review of Corporate Real Estate Management's oversight and management of capital projects. The focus of this audit was on Corporate Real Estate Management’s processes for reviewing capital project change orders and related documentation, as changes that occur on capital projects can result in project delays and significant cost increases. In addition, the Auditor General’s 2025 Annual Report on the Fraud and Waste Hotline highlighted an emerging fraud risk related to change orders.

This audit assessed whether Corporate Real Estate Management sufficiently monitors and oversees change orders for capital projects ensuring that change orders are properly justified and appropriately reviewed and approved.

Our audit identified opportunities to:

1. Strengthen Processes to Ensure Appropriate Change Order Oversight.

2. Reinforce Roles and Accountabilities for Change Order Review and Approval.

3. Improve Performance Through Ongoing Monitoring, Evaluation, and a Stronger Project Management System.

The Audit Committee recommends that:  

1. City Council receive the report (April 17, 2026) from the Auditor General for information.

This report provides the outcome of the Auditor General’s Office’s investigation into the procurement of the PayIt platform.[1]

In 2024, after the Auditor General issued an audit report on the procurement and implementation of PayIt’s unsolicited proposal, City Council requested the Auditor General to consider further investigating:

a. the decision-making process that resulted in the score sheet used for the Request for Proposal;
 

b. whether there are additional City records located on the City’s servers or on private cell phones and emails of senior City staff that merit further investigation; and,
 

c. whether a further forensic investigation on the procurement is required.
 

Following City Council’s request, the Auditor General’s Office undertook an investigation that examined two lines of inquiry:

1. an explanation for the removal of the detailed scoring breakdown in the published call document for proponents of the Swiss Challenge negotiated Request for Proposal (SC-nRFP), determining who removed the detailed scoring and who approved this change; and, beyond City Council’s request, whether any wrongdoing occurred on behalf of any current or former City staff and / or Senior Management; and,
 

2. based on additional interviews and any potential additional City records located on City servers or on private cell phones and emails of senior City staff that provide further information and / or merit further investigation and beyond City Council’s request, to determine any further reasoning for not following the City’s policy and process throughout the procurement of the PayIt platform during 2019 to 2021, including the unsolicited proposal, proceeding with the proof of concept and the transparency of reporting to City Council; and whether any wrongdoing occurred on behalf of any current or former staff and / or Senior Management.
 

Our investigation found the following:

- The [then] Senior Corporate Buyer removed the detailed scoring breakdown, but there was conflicting and insufficient evidence to conclude on who directed them to do so and who approved the change, and why the change was made.

- City staff and [then] Senior Management did not always follow City policies, processes, and by-laws during the unsolicited proposal process and procurement of the PayIt platform, including some use of personal email addresses to conduct City business.

- Other observations include the potential reasons and motivation for not complying with City policies and by-laws. Both staff and the former Senior Management interviewees said they felt pressure, for different reasons, to proceed with the digital transformation, which included the PayIt procurement.

Despite the policy and by-law violations noted in the report, based on the interviews and available evidence reviewed and in the Auditor General’s view, these do not meet the threshold of wrongdoing as defined by the Toronto Public Service By-law.

The findings of this investigation reinforce the need to implement the nine recommendations from our 2024 audit. This will improve the City’s unsolicited proposal policy and process and the procedure for conducting a Swiss Challenge, as well as support addressing the proof of concept process concerns. This investigation and our 2024 audit report also reinforce the importance of management’s leadership and commitment to ensuring openness, fairness, and transparency in City procurement. The current Senior Leadership Team can continue to model and promote a culture that encourages compliance with City policies and by-laws.

Given the challenges that arise from the length of time that has passed since the unsolicited proposal and procurement of PayIt began (approximately seven years), including the lack of available information and devices, as well as the inability of individuals to recall accurately or completely, it is the Auditor General’s view that further investigative work is unlikely to yield any further relevant information and / or benefits that would materially impact the findings of this investigation. We also note that Senior Management and the Senior Leadership Team that were involved and referred to in this report are no longer with the City or are in different roles.

We express our appreciation for the co-operation and assistance we received from current and former City staff and Senior Management throughout our investigation.

[1] The PayIt platform refers to a digital government platform offered by PayIt LLC.

The Audit Committee recommends that:

1. City Council authorize the public release of Confidential Attachment 1 to the report (March 25, 2026) from the Auditor General at the discretion of the Auditor General, after discussions with the appropriate Exhibition Place and City officials.

At its meeting on April 16, 2026, the Board of Governors of Exhibition Place considered Item EP22.1 and made recommendations to City Council.

Summary from the report (March 25, 2026) from the Auditor General:

The Auditor General included a cybersecurity audit of Exhibition Place, an agency of the City of Toronto, in her 2025 Work Plan. Exhibition Place is Canada’s largest convention centre and entertainment and sports venue, generating $595 million[1] in economic impact annually and $67.3 million in revenue in 2024.

Phase One of this cybersecurity audit was presented at Exhibition Place’s December 5, 2025, Board meeting. The Auditor General’s Phase One confidential report included results from testing physical security, user access management, and staff awareness of social engineering in relation to cybersecurity.

The Phase One public cover report is available at: Cybersecurity Audit of Exhibition Place – Phase One: Physical Security, User Access Management and Staff Training

Technology plays a vital role in all aspects of Exhibition Place's operations and services. This Phase Two report includes the results of our vulnerability assessment and penetration testing of the Exhibition Place’s network, systems, applications and devices, as well as cybersecurity incident logging and monitoring review.

This report includes five administrative recommendations. The confidential findings and recommendations are contained in Confidential Attachment 1 to this report. A separate, confidential and detailed technical report was provided to management with technical details to guide them in addressing the report findings and recommendations.

Management agrees with the recommendations contained in the Confidential Attachment 1, which also includes management's response.

[1] Budget TO 2026 Budget Notes Exhibition Place

The Audit Committee recommends that:

1. City Council receive the 2024 audited financial statements and management letter for the Arena in attachment 1 to the report (April 16, 2026) from the Auditor General for information.

The purpose of this report is to provide the Audit Committee and City Council with the 2024 audited financial statements of Arenas.

The 2024 audited financial statements for the eight City Arenas are presented to the Audit Committee after approval by their respective Boards or Committees of Management.

The financial statements for seven Arenas were previously presented at the July 11, 2025, November 5, 2025, and February 12, 2026 Audit Committee meetings. This report presents City Council with the Independent Auditor's Report, accompanying financial statements and management control letter for the one remaining Arena.

The Board of Health recommends that:

1. City Council receive the report (April 17, 2026) from the Medical Officer of Health for information.

Toronto Public Health currently has service contracts with partner agencies that support service delivery in the community for the Healthy Babies Healthy Children program, Food Security initiatives, Sexual Health services and clinics, the Dental Care to Youth Experiencing Homelessness and Low-Income Adults program, and the Ontario Seniors Dental Care program.

Purchasing services from community agencies is an effective and efficient way to provide essential public health services. This approach builds on existing service infrastructure in the community, facilitates community partnerships, supports continuity of service to clients, and can increase service efficiencies.

The purpose of this report is to provide information on the $7.250 million in purchase of service contracts awarded and executed by the Medical Officer of Health for 2026, according to the delegation of authority by City Council.

The Civic Appointments Committee recommends that:  

1. City Council appoint the following candidates to the Board of Directors of TO Live, at pleasure of Council, for a term of office ending on May 23, 2030, and until successors are appointed:

Carole Beaulieu

Claire Hopkinson

Laura Wu

2. City Council direct that Confidential Attachments 1a, 1b and 2 to 4 to the report (May 6, 2026) from the City Clerk remain confidential in their entirety as they relate to personal matters about identifiable individuals being considered for appointment to the Board of Directors of TO Live.

Candidates' Biographies

Carole Beaulieu

Carole Beaulieu is an innovative leader known for her expertise in governance, strategy, and public affairs.  With a profound understanding of the public, private, media, and creative sectors, Carole has left a lasting impact on Canada's cultural landscape. Her career highlights include serving as Chair of the Board of Directors for Groupe Média Télévision française de l'Ontario, an Ontario media agency known for its award-winning educational and cultural content; Vice-President of Advancement at Ontario College of Art and Design University; Chief of Staff to the Minister of Culture and Francophone Affairs in Ontario; and Head of Marketing and Development at Canada’s National Ballet School.

Currently, Carole is a Principal with the Osborne Group, where she works as an independent consultant, and has been the Chair of the Canadian Museum of History Board of Trustees since 2021. She is a graduate from les Hautes Études Commerciales, Laurentian University, and the Rotman School of Management’s Directors Education Program and holds the Institute of Corporate Directors, Director.

Claire Hopkinson

Claire Hopkinson served as Chief Executive Officer of the Toronto Arts Council and Toronto Arts Foundation for 17 years, overseeing one of Canada’s largest municipal arts funders. She expanded access to the arts across Toronto through initiatives such as Creative City, Block by Block, and led strategic partnerships with City divisions, schools, and community organizations. She launched major programs including the Mayor’s Arts Lunch, Neighbourhood Arts Network, Arts in the Parks, and targeted funding for Indigenous, Black, and newcomer artists.

Earlier in her career, Claire worked as an actor, producer, and arts leader with organizations including Tapestry Opera, and played a key role in the restoration of the Elgin and Winter Garden Theatres. She is currently Co-Director of Canada’s Theatre Museum. Her contributions to the arts have been widely recognized, including the Meritorious Service Medal, the M. Joan Chalmers Award for Arts Administration, and the Tulloch Award for Innovation in the Arts.

Laura Wu

Laura brings professional experience spanning management consulting, media, and publishing. She currently works in product growth at the The Globe and Mail, where she sits at the intersection of editorial, audience development, and business strategy to grow engagement through new platforms and products.

Previously, Laura worked at McKinsey and Company and in strategy at Conde Nast, where she supported growth initiatives across film, television, podcasts, and digital video. She holds a Bachelor of Commerce (Honours) and a Bachelor of Arts in Computing from Queen's University.

She loves to attend live shows all across Toronto and is excited to make an impact as a Board Director for TO Live. 

The Civic Appointments Committee will conduct interviews and recommend three candidates to City Council for appointment to the Board of Directors of TO live.

The Civic Appointments Committee recommends that:  

1. City Council appoint the following public members to the Toronto Pan Am Sports Centre Board, at pleasure of Council, for a term of office ending on May 22, 2028, and until successors are appointed:

Archie Allison  

Fareen Kassam

2. City Council direct that balance of Confidential Attachments 1 to 3 to the report (May 6, 2026) from the City Clerk remain confidential in their entirety as they relate to personal information about identifiable individuals being considered for appointment to the Toronto Pan Am Sports Centre Board.

Candidates' Biographies:

Archie Allison

Archie began his career at Variety Village in 1984 is the Director of Access and Awareness. As an enthusiastic advocate for people of all ages and abilities in the field of sport, recreation and fitness he prioritizes the importance of accessibility and inclusive participation. He has assisted in creating many programs for children, youth and adults of all abilities including school, community based and organizational initiatives. The Outreach and Physical activity Education programs are available to over 10,000 students across Ontario each year. Archie also instructs classes at high schools, colleges and universities promoting sport and recreation. He has created and facilitates certification courses for students, educators, coaches and industry leaders that focus on ability, awareness, advocacy and accessibility for everyBODY! 

Fareen Kassam

Fareen brings a distinguished combination of professional expertise, community leadership, and a commitment to lifelong learning to the Toronto Pan Am Centre. As a lawyer with over fifteen years of experience in labour & employment, litigation, and technology law, Fareen has advised organizations across diverse sectors, offering guidance through multiple lenses to address complex business challenges. In addition to her legal background, she has developed strong financial management acumen through her governance roles, contributing to budgeting, risk oversight, and long‑term fiscal planning. Her experience supporting organizations through periods of operational and financial transition has strengthened her ability to balance strategic priorities with responsible stewardship. Beyond the legal field, Fareen has demonstrated a strong commitment to community service and governance. For over a decade, she has served on the Ismaili Council in various capacities, contributing to initiatives that supported community development and economic resilience. Fareen was Vice Chair and head of the governance committee for Community Home Assistance to Seniors (CHATS). She has completed over one hundred hours of pro bono services for refugees. In recognition of this dedication, she received the Ontario Volunteer Service Award in 2024.

This report recommends the appointment of two public members to the Toronto Pan Am Sports Centre Board.

The Civic Appointments Committee recommends that:

1. City Council waive Section 8.3, Short-listing Process, and Section 8.6, Interviewing Candidates, of the City of Toronto Public Appointments Policy and appoint Paul Scrivener to the Toronto and Region Conservation Authority Board, at pleasure of Council, for a term of office ending on December 15, 2027, and until a successor is appointed.

2. City Council direct that Confidential Attachments 1a, 1b and 2 to the report (May 6, 2026) from the City Clerk remain confidential in their entirety as they relate to personal matters about identifiable individuals being considered for appointment to the Toronto and Region Conservation Authority.

Appointee's biography:

Paul Scrivener

Paul Scrivener brings many years of volunteer and work experience fostering the biodiversity of Toronto's ravines and natural spaces. He believes that the natural environment is critical for community health. His goal is to ensure that these invaluable natural assets are stewarded and maintained for the enjoyment of everyone. He has a strong background in government relations consulting working on a wide range of issues at all levels of government.

His Master of Environmental Studies, volunteer experience in the preservation and protection of Toronto's ravines and involvement with organizations focused on conservation relate directly to serving the Board of the Toronto and Region Conservation Authority.

During the review of the Order Paper on May 20, 2026, City Council adopted a procedural motion to remove this item from the jurisdiction of the Civic Appointments Committee and bring it forward for consideration by City Council.

The Civic Appointments Committee will select candidates to be interviewed for appointment to the Toronto and Region Conservation Authority Board. The Civic Appointments Committee will conduct interviews at its next meeting and will recommend one candidate to City Council for appointment.

The Economic and Community Development Committee recommends that:

1. City Council adopt updates made to Sidewalks to Skylines Actions 2, 3, 6, 7, 9, 12, 32, 52, 60 and 70, the integration of Actions 74 to 77 from the Mayor's Economic Action Plan in Response to US Tariffs, and the addition of Actions 78 to 80 focused on Inclusive Economic Development as part of Sidewalks to Skylines first five-year work plan as outlined in Attachment 1 to the report (April 21, 2026) from the General Manager, Economic Development and Culture.

2. City Council request the General Manager of Economic Development and Culture, in consultation with the Chief Procurement Officer, Purchasing and Materials Management Division, and the Chief Technology Officer, Technology Services Division, to explore opportunities for the City of Toronto to support the development of Canadian software solutions for municipal use, through implementation of Sidewalks to Skylines: A 10-Year Action Plan for Toronto’s Economy (2025–2035).

3. City Council request the Federal Government to consider creating a targeted federal initiative, to support the development and scaling of Canadian software solutions as digital public infrastructure based on open standards and under open-source licencing for widespread use by municipalities and other public sector organizations, with the objective of reducing reliance on major foreign technology vendors where appropriate.

4. City Council request the Federal Government to consider partnering with the City of Toronto to pilot these solutions during development, subject to applicable Chapter 195, Procurement Bylaw rules and trade agreement obligations.

5. City Council request the City Clerk to forward item EC28.1 to the Minister of Industry and the Minister of Artificial Intelligence and Digital Innovation.

In November 2024, Toronto City Council adopted Sidewalks to Skylines: A 10-Year Action Plan for Toronto’s Economy (2025-2035). Shortly following, in March 2025, City Council adopted the Mayor's Economic Action Plan in Response to US Tariffs responding to significant changes in American economic policy relating to Canada. This report provides an update on the City's progress in implementing Sidewalks to Skylines in 2025, the Action Plan in Response to US Tariffs in 2025 and 2026 and the Red Tape Hotline for Businesses pilot project.

Sidewalks to Skylines and the Mayor's Economic Action Plan in Response to US Tariffs are City-wide efforts, spanning work across multiple City Divisions. With the support of other City Divisions, the Economic Development and Culture Division (EDC) is coordinating the tracking of implementation of these two comprehensive economic development plans.

One year into the implementation of Sidewalks to Skylines, over 90 percent of the plan's original 73 actions are completed or in process. This report provides an overview of the work in 2025 toward achieving these actions and highlights key progress and successes. The report recommends Council adopt updates to the original 73 Sidewalks to Skylines actions and add four actions from the Tariff Action Plan not otherwise addressed in Sidewalks to Skylines and three actions focused on Inclusive Economic Development.

Attachment 1 provides a detailed status update on the first year of implementation for all original Sidewalks to Skylines and additionally lists the four net-new long-term actions of the Tariff Action Plan and three actions on inclusive economic development, for a total of 80.

 The Economic and Community Development Committee recommends that:

1. City Council authorize the General Manager, Economic Development and Culture, to establish the Heritage Organization Operating Partnership program to provide operating funding to not-for-profit heritage organizations in accordance with the City of Toronto's Community Grants Policy and the City of Toronto Heritage Organization Operating Partnership Program Guidelines as outlined in Attachment 4 to the report (April 20, 2026) from the General Manager, Economic Development and Culture, with implementation commencing in 2026.

2. City Council authorize the General Manager, Economic Development and Culture, to negotiate and execute single- and multi-year contribution agreements for not-for-profit heritage organizations funded through the Heritage Organization Operating Partnership program, with funding recipients and grant amounts to be determined annually by the General Manager within the budget allocation for the program, and on such terms satisfactory to the General Manager, Economic Development and Culture, and in a form satisfactory to the City Solicitor.

3. City Council direct the General Manager, Economic Development and Culture, to establish the Museums and Heritage Sector Development Program to fund heritage activities across Toronto, substantially in accordance with the City of Toronto's Community Grant Policy and the City of Toronto Museums and Heritage Grant Program Guidelines as outlined in Attachment 5 to the report (April 20, 2026) from the General Manager, Economic Development and Culture, with implementation commencing in the fourth quarter of 2026.

4. City Council authorize the General Manager, Economic Development and Culture, to negotiate and execute single- and multi-year contribution agreements for not-for-profit heritage organizations funded through the Museums and Heritage Sector Development Program, with funding recipients and grant amounts to be determined annually by the General Manager within the budget allocation for the program, and on such terms  satisfactory to the General Manager, Economic Development and Culture, and in a form satisfactory to the City Solicitor.

5. City Council authorize the General Manager, Economic Development and Culture, to negotiate and execute one-time and multi-year agreements with not-for-profit organizations funded through the Cultural Hotspot program and Youth Cultural Incubators Stabilization Initiative program, with funding recipients and grant amounts to be determined annually by the General Manager, Economic Development and Culture, within the budget allocation for the program, and on such terms satisfactory to the General Manager, Economic Development and Culture, and in a form satisfactory to the City Solicitor.

The City of Toronto has a long-standing commitment to strengthening the city’s cultural vibrancy and economic prosperity through Economic Development and Culture (EDC) grant programs, directed grants, and event sponsorships. These investments are aligned with City priorities and support programs, projects, operational needs, and events that foster collaboration and innovation across Toronto’s cultural sector and the broader economy. In accordance with City Council direction, this staff report provides an overview of EDC’s annual grant-making activities, including a list of all grant recipients.

This report also presents the final phase of the Economic Development and Culture (EDC) multi-year grant reform, which started in 2018 to make all EDC funding opportunities more transparent, equitable, and aligned with the 2019 City of Toronto Community Grants Policy. This final phase includes the establishment of the Heritage Organization Operating Partnership and the Museums and Heritage Microgrant Programs, which will enable museums and heritage spaces to serve as accessible hubs for storytelling, learning, and civic engagement. Through these programs, the City will demonstrate equity, access, and transparency in museums and heritage funding, strengthening inclusive participation, supporting diverse cultural expression, and reinforcing Toronto’s cultural infrastructure. No new funding is being requested, and the program will leverage funds currently provided as directed grants, already accounted for within EDC’s existing operating budget allocation.

The completion of EDC's grant reform is an important step to advancing the Council-approved strategies outlined in the Division's two guiding strategic plans: Sidewalks to Skylines: An Action Plan for Toronto’s Economy and Culture Connects: An Action Plan for Culture in Toronto.

 The Economic and Community Development Committee recommends that:

1. City Council designate the area outlined in Attachment 1, to the report (April 21, 2026) from the General Manager, Economic Development and Culture, as the expanded boundaries of The Riverside District Business Improvement Area, under the City of Toronto Municipal Code Chapter 19, Business Improvement Areas.

2. City Council direct the General Manager, Economic Development and Culture to conduct additional consultation with City Divisions, including but not limited to Transportation Services and City Planning, regarding any further proposed expansion to the Riverside Business Improvement Area, and to review the Business Improvements Area's boundary expansion process to ensure that it is transparent and balances the interests of local businesses, Business Improvement Areas and the City of Toronto and report back to City Council as a part of the 2027 Annual Update on the Implementation of Sidewalks to Skylines,

3. City Council direct the City Solicitor to submit a By-law to designate the area outlined in Attachment 1 to the report (April 21, 2026) from the General Manager, Economic Development and Culture, as the expanded boundaries of The Riverside District Business Improvement Area.

4. City Council amend Schedule A of the City of Toronto Municipal Code Chapter 19, Business Improvement Areas, as necessary, to reflect the expanded boundaries of The Riverside District Business Improvement Area.

The purpose of this report is to recommend the expansion of The Riverside District Business Improvement Area (BIA) boundary outlined in Attachment 1. In accordance with Chapter 19 of the City of Toronto Municipal Code, the City Clerk conducted a poll to determine if there is sufficient support to expand The Riverside District BIA boundary outlined in Attachment 1. The City Clerk received a majority of accepted ballots that were in favour of expanding the BIA.

While polling results were favourable, the BIA boundary expansion process did not include adequate consultation with key City Divisions to ensure coherence with key City policies and goals in such a way that the City's interests would be fully considered. As a result, when the poll was circulated the initial proposed boundary expansion failed to reflect certain key City policy needs such as traffic management.   The recommended expansion boundary has been revised to address the need for divisional consultation with a partial expansion now proposed versus the original expansion. Staff will also be reviewing the broader process for any BIA boundary expansion to ensure stronger organizational alignment allowing for a 'whole‑of-City' approach.

 The Economic and Community Development Committee recommends that:

1. City Council authorize the General Manager, Parks and Recreation, to approve the following eligibility criteria to reimburse the cost of insurance to permit a park oven:

- non-profit organizations, charities, and community groups that have been involved in the establishment and ongoing operation of a park oven;

- operate the ovens for multiple public events during one or more seasons;

- provide opportunities for community education on oven use during public events;

- submit proof of payment for insurance; and

- submit a short report about the public events involving the oven.

2. City Council authorize the General Manager, Parks and Recreation to implement, on an annual basis, a process to allocate a maximum of $10,000 to reimburse the costs of insurance to permit a park oven, in accordance with criteria set out in Recommendation 1 and on terms acceptable to the General Manager, Parks and Recreation, starting with the following organizations in 2026:

- Centre for Local Research into Public Space (Dufferin Grove Park, Ward 9)

- Friends of Christie Pits (Christie Pits Park, Ward 11)

- Fred Victor as Trustee for Friends of Regent Park (Regent Park, Ward 13)

- Friends of Sorauren Park (Sorauren Park, Ward 4)

- Neighbours of Dentonia Park (Dentonia Park, Ward 19)

- Thorncliffe Park Women's Committee (R.V. Burgess, Ward 15)

- Second Rise (Alexandra Park, Ward 10)

In response to City Council direction (2025.EC20.1), this report provides a progress update on steps taken to expand community access to outdoor ovens in parks by removing financial and administrative barriers. All of the actions directed by City Council in May 2025 have been implemented, with the majority completed.

To remove financial barriers, permit fees were eliminated for Toronto residents and non-profit organizations and insurance costs were reduced by thirty per cent for recurrent permit holders. This report recommends reimbursement of insurance costs for the non-profit organizations, charities and community groups that have been involved in the establishment and operation of an oven in a City park for recurrent public programming.

To remove administrative barriers, outdoor ovens can now be booked online for one or more dates at a time, and oven availability and usage information can be viewed online. Procedures for onsite staff support to oven users have been updated to deliver consistent, reliable service at all locations. The City's policy on Outdoor Ovens in City Parks was amended, as directed, regarding long-term agreements.

In 2026-2027, Parks and Recreation will build on these improvements in order to encourage wider public awareness and enjoyment of the City's outdoor ovens network.

The Economic and Community Development Committee recommends that:

1. City Council direct the Chief Planner and Executive Director, City Planning, the Executive Director, Corporate Real Estate Management, the General Manager, Economic Development and Culture, the General Manager, Parks and Recreation and the General Manager, Transportation Services to work with Canada's Walk of Fame, Roy Thomson Hall, Mirvish Productions, the Toronto Downtown West BIA and other stakeholders to:

a. Develop a concept plan for improvements to the public realm on the block bounded by King Street West, Simcoe Street, Wellington Street West and John Street, including alignment with ongoing City projects;

b. Formally explore the proposed Canada's Walk of Fame Garden of Achievement project at David Pecaut Square as part of that plan;

c. Review precedents for successful public-private maintenance and operational agreements for similar public spaces; and

d. Report back in the first quarter of 2027 with an update report and recommended next steps.

Canada's Walk of Fame celebrates Canadians who have excelled in their respective fields in order to engage and inspire the next generation. In recent years, Canada's Walk of Fame has expanded its ambitions to include programs that help create a new generation of star Canadians, and to strengthen national ties with "hometown stars" in cities across Canada, and explore opportunities to revitalize the green space in David Pecaut Square as a lasting monument to great Canadians and a tourist destination.

This evolution aligns with the ongoing work on the John Street Cultural Corridor, stretching from Stephanie Street to just south of Front Street West. Recognized as a route of civic and cultural significance, the corridor connects many of the city’s major cultural institutions, including the Art Gallery of Ontario, the National Film Board of Canada, the CBC Broadcast Centre, the Princess of Wales and Royal Alexandra Theatres, and the TIFF Bell Lightbox, among others.

General Government Committee recommends that:

1. City Council deem the unpaid property taxes levied in all years (including interest and penalties that have accrued on those unpaid taxes up to the time of write-off) on the 196 receivables listed in Attachment 1 to the report (April 27, 2026) from the Controller and Chief Accountant, uncollectible, and direct the Controller and Chief Accountant to remove these amounts from the tax assessment roll by writing them off.

This report outlines accounts receivable balances deemed uncollectible and written off in 2025 under the delegated authority of the Controller and Chief Accountant, including property tax amounts owing, outstanding receivables for invoiced services, and fines issued under the Provincial Offences Act.

This report recommends that Council deem uncollectible and approve for write-off certain property tax amounts owing on 79 individual property tax accounts, comprising 196 receivable amounts which total $299,458.16, from taxation years 1994 to 2024. Staff are recommending these property tax receivable amounts for write-off as they are no longer reflected on the assessment roll, or for which further collection efforts and recovery of outstanding amounts are extremely unlikely to be successful.

For the fiscal year ending 2025, the Controller and Chief Accountant, in accordance with delegated authority under the City’s Financial Control By-Law, has approved the write-off of $1,008,896 in outstanding receivables for various services invoiced by City Divisions where collection is considered doubtful.

The Controller and Chief Accountant has approved the write-off of 8,022 Provincial Offences Act cases totaling $3,019,028. In all cases, no amounts were recovered since debtors could not be located or were deceased and / or had no assets, or exhaustive collection efforts proved futile.

There is no financial impact in the 2025 fiscal year from these write-offs since amounts owing are not recognized as revenue until paid or unless there is a reasonable expectation of collection.

The General Government Committee recommends that:

1. City Council authorize the reallocation of project costs and cash flows within Toronto Water's 2026 Capital Budget and 2027-2035 Capital Plan in the total amount of $6,422,352 net of Harmonized Sales Tax recoveries from projects with sub-projects which have been completed under budget, as presented in Table 2 of the Financial Impact Statement to the report (April 23, 2026) from the Chief Engineer and Executive Director, Engineering and Construction Services, the General Manager, Toronto Water, and the Chief Procurement Officer, with zero Budget impact to Toronto Water.

2. City Council, in accordance with Section 195-8.5.B of the Toronto Municipal Code Chapter 195 (Procurement By-Law), grant authority to the Chief Engineer and Executive Director, Engineering and Construction Services to award and enter into an agreement with Stantec Consulting Ltd., having submitted the highest scoring proposal meeting the requirements of the Request for Proposal Doc5308010518, Contract Number RFP-25ECS-MI-02AB, to provide Professional Services for Design, Contract Administration and Post Construction Services for the High Rate Treatment Facility at the Ashbridges Bay Treatment Plant in the amount of $69,935,240 net of all applicable taxes and charges ($71,166,100  net of Harmonized Sales Tax recoveries), with the agreement to be in accordance with the terms and conditions as set out in the Request for Proposal and any other terms and conditions satisfactory to the Chief Engineer and Executive Director, Engineering and Construction Services, in a form satisfactory to the City Solicitor.

The purpose of this report is to advise of the results of Request for Proposal Doc5308010518, Contract Number RFP-25ECS-MI-02AB, for Professional Services for Design, Contract Administration and Post Construction Services for the High Rate Treatment Facility at Ashbridges Bay Treatment Plant.

Authority is being requested to reallocate project costs and cash flows within Toronto Water's 2026 Capital Budget and 2027-2035 Capital Plan in the amount of $6,311,273 net of all applicable taxes and charges ($6,422,352 net of Harmonized Sales Tax recoveries) from projects that have been completed under budget.

Authority is also being requested to enter into an agreement with Stantec Consulting Ltd., for a period of thirteen (13) years, with an option to extend the agreement on the same terms and conditions for an additional term of up to two (2) years from the date of award in the amount of $69,935,240 net of all applicable taxes and charges ($71,166,100 net of Harmonized Sales Tax recoveries).

This contract supports the implementation of the Wet Weather Flow Master Plan and timelines will be aligned with other Wet Weather Flow Master Plan projects.

The General Government Committee recommends that:  

1. City Council, in accordance with Section 71-11.1C of the City of Toronto Municipal Code Chapter 71 (Financial Control By-Law), authorize an amendment to Blanket Contract Number 47025086 with Active Network, Ltd., for Parks and Recreation's program registration and recreation facilities / space booking system by $2,175,000 net of all applicable taxes and charges ($2,213,280 net of Harmonized Sales Tax recoveries) for system enhancements and processing fees, increasing the current contract value from $10,695,144.45 to $12,870,144 net of all taxes and charges ($13,096,659 net of Harmonized Sales Tax recoveries).

2. City Council authorize the Chief Technology Officer and the Chief Procurement Officer to negotiate and execute three non-competitive agreements with Active Network, Ltd., until December 31, 2030, on terms and conditions satisfactory to the Chief Technology Officer and in a form satisfactory to the City Solicitor for:

a. Corporate Real Estate Management in the value of $512,301 net of all applicable taxes and charges ($521,317 net of Harmonized Sales Tax Recoveries)

b. Revenue Services and Court Services in the value of $1,420,977 net of all applicable taxes and charges ($1,445,986 net of Harmonized Sales Tax Recoveries) and;

c. City Clerk's Office in the value of $496,313 net of all applicable taxes and charges ($505,048 net of Harmonized Sales Tax Recoveries).

The purpose of this report is to seek City Council approval to amend an existing contract with Active Network, Ltd., for Parks and Recreation’s program registration and facility booking system, and to authorize new contracts that allow other City divisions to replace their end‑of‑life booking and payment software. The proposed amendment supports targeted system enhancements and higher‑than‑projected processing fees due to growth in recreation participation and Council-approved inflationary increases to user fees, while the new contracts allow Corporate Real Estate Management, Revenue Services, Court Services, and the City Clerk’s Office to continue provide reliable booking and front-counter payment services using the same enterprise platform. Council approval is required because the total value and duration of these contracts extend beyond staff authority under the City’s procurement and financial by‑laws.

The purpose of this report is to request City Council authority to:

- Amend Blanket Contract number 47025086 with Active Network, Ltd., for the program registration and recreation facilities / space booking system, ACTIVENet, for Parks and Recreation for system enhancements and processing fees.

- Execute three (3) separate non-competitive contracts with Active Network, Ltd., for software subscriptions, processing fees, and professional services, for a term ending on December 31, 2030, under the Enterprise CLASS Replacement Project for Corporate Real Estate Management, Revenue Services, Court Services and City Clerk's Office.

Previously, Blanket Contract 47025854 was established for Corporate Real Estate Management, executed under Divisional Authority, and Purchase Order 6056849 was established for Revenue Services, executed under Parks and Recreation authority (GG4.21). However, upon further review of the authority requirements under Municipal Code Chapter 195, Council approval is required for these contracts and is being sought through this report.

Since 1999, the City of Toronto has used Active Network, Ltd.'s CLASS software system to support program registration, front‑counter transactions, and facilities booking for multiple City divisions. The CLASS system is at the end of its life, and the supplier is discontinuing support.

In 2023, under the Registration and Booking Transformation Project, Active Network, Ltd., was competitively awarded Blanket Contract 47025086 through Negotiated Request for Proposal Document Number 2915353397 to replace Parks and Recreation's existing CLASS system for a program registration and recreation facilities / space booking system with Active Network, Ltd.'s current platform, ACTIVENet.

This report recommends amending Blanket Contract Number 47025086 to support system enhancements that will improve the overall experience for both staff and the public and to account for higher‑than‑projected processing fees due to growth in recreation participation and Council-approved inflationary increases to user fees.

This contract award process established a Master Services Agreement with Active Network, Ltd., that includes privacy, security, and confidentiality protection obligations that may be leveraged by other City divisions with similar requirements.

The Enterprise CLASS Replacement Project was initiated by the Technology Services Division to support City divisions that needed to replace the CLASS software and were not originally included in the scope of the Registration and Booking Transformation project and the Negotiated Request for Proposal issued. Technology Services Division conducted a review of how the CLASS software was used by Corporate Real Estate Management, Revenue Services, Court Services, and the City Clerk’s Office, and confirmed that their requirements align with Parks and Recreation's competitive procurement and can be met using Active Network, Ltd., products under the existing Master Services Agreement.

This report recommends entering into three (3) separate non‑competitive agreements for these divisions to maintain reliable, secure service delivery using industry-standard technology solutions.

A non-competitive procurement may be undertaken where both the proposed procurement and supplier can be justified in good faith based on an exception set out in Toronto Municipal Code Chapter 195, Procurement. This procurement will be proceeding under the exception related to Exclusive Rights, where Active Network, Ltd., and the City have determined in good faith that both the proposed procurement and the selected supplier, along with the terms and conditions of the contract, are beneficial to the City (Toronto Municipal Code, Chapter 195, Procurement, Section 7.1.C).

City Council approval is required in accordance with Municipal Code Chapter 195, Procurement, where the current request exceeds the Chief Procurement Officer’s authority of the cumulative five-year (5) commitment for each supplier, under Article 7, Section 195-7.3 (D) of the Purchasing By-Law or exceeds the threshold of $500,000 net of Harmonized Sales Tax allowed under staff authority as per the Toronto Municipal Code, Chapter 71 Financial Control, Section 71-11A.

The General Government Committee recommends that:

1. City Council, in accordance with Section 7.1P. of the City of Toronto Municipal Code, Chapter 195 (Procurement), and Section 71-11.1.C of the City of Toronto Municipal Code Chapter 71 (Financial Control By-Law), grant authority to the Chief Technology Officer, to amend Non-Competitive contract CW2310755 with Amazon Web Services Canada Inc., by increasing the contract value by $11,159,260 net of all applicable charges and taxes ($11,355,663 net of Harmonized Sales Tax Recoveries), revising the current contract value from $447,059 net of all applicable taxes and charges ($454,927 net of Harmonized Sales Tax recoveries) to $11,606,318 net of all applicable taxes and charges ($11,810,589 net of Harmonized Sales Tax recoveries), and extend the term an additional one (1) year to June 4, 2031.

The purpose of this report is to request City Council authority to amend contract CW2310755 with Amazon Web Services Canada Inc., a Canadian business subsidiary, increasing the contract value by $11,159,260 net of all applicable taxes and charges ($11,355,663 net of Harmonized Sales Tax recoveries) from $447,059 net of all applicable taxes and charges ($454,927 net of Harmonized Sales Tax recoveries) to $11,606,318 net of all applicable taxes and charges ($11,810,589 net of Harmonized Sales Tax recoveries) and extending the contract term by 1 year for the purchase of cloud subscription services and support services. This report seeks the establishment of a total ceiling authority, with no commitment to spend the full amount.

Amazon Web Services is a cloud service provider that allows organizations to securely store, manage, and analyze data using shared technology infrastructure, rather than operating their own physical data centres. Using cloud services allows the City to scale systems as needed, apply consistent security controls, and support modern data and analytics tools.

The City currently uses Amazon Web Services cloud subscription for public-facing tools like the City's website (Toronto.ca) and Open Data Platform, as well as internal tools for City employees through a reseller contract established competitively (BA114.6) and extended through divisional authority until June 30, 2026. This contract also includes support services, providing 24/7 technical support for Amazon Web Services systems. The existing Amazon Web Services contract is procured through a reseller.

The City is also developing the Toronto Data Platform, a centralized City-wide solution for data, governance, and analytics. The Toronto Data Platform development started under non-competitive Purchase Order 6057179 for an Enterprise Agreement directly with Amazon Web Services Canada Inc. to secure additional project-critical terms and services unavailable through resellers. The Enterprise Agreement allows the City to leverage its existing Amazon Web Services expertise and architecture while providing cost optimization strategies for growth.

This report recommends amending contract CW2310755 for an additional 1-year term with the funding required to migrate the City's existing Amazon Web Services deployment to this direct contract, expand the Toronto Data Portal, and secure Amazon Web Services Enterprise Support.

The General Government Committee recommends that:  

1. City Council in accordance with Section 71-11.1C of the City of Toronto Municipal Code Chapter 71 (Financial Control By-Law), grant authority for the General Manager, Transportation Services to enter into a non-competitive bridging contract with Safeguard Perimeter Inc., for the delivery, installation and removal of traffic control equipment provision of services for an amount not to exceed $800,000 net of all taxes and charges ($814,080 net of Harmonized Sales Tax) for the period from June 9, 2026 to December 9, 2026, under the same rates and pricing, terms and conditions set out in the current service contract (“Request for Quotations Doc2965592821”). The terms and conditions of the contract to be generally in accordance with the current City contract arising from Request for Quotations Doc2965592821 with such necessary amendments to reflect the six (6) month term of June 9, 2026 to December 9, 2026, and such other terms and conditions as may be satisfactory to the General Manager, Transportation Services, and in a form satisfactory to the City Solicitor.

The purpose of this report is to request City Council authority to enter into a non-competitive contract with Safeguard Perimeter Inc. (formally Safeguard Perimeter Solutions Inc.), for the delivery, installation and removal of traffic control equipment in support of major City events from June 9, 2026 to December 9, 2026, in the amount of $800,000 net of all applicable taxes and charges ($814,080 net of Harmonized Sales Tax recoveries). The contract is required for a period not to exceed seven (7) months.

The City’s existing traffic control services contract was awarded to Safeguard Perimeter Solutions Inc. on June 16, 2021 under Request for Quotations Doc2965592821. The contract provides for the non-exclusive supply, delivery, installation and removal of barricades, Ontario Traffic Manual approved signage traffic control devices and custom signage for various City Divisions. The contract was awarded for an initial period of one (1) year from the date of award with the option to renew for four (4) additional separate one (1) year periods. The fourth and final option period was exercised on June 17, 2025, and is scheduled to expire on June 9, 2026.

Transportation Services relies on contracted traffic control services to support road closures, event traffic management, barricade deployment, and pedestrian safety.

Until the new contract can be tendered and awarded to ensure continued services this non-competitive contract is required to ensure continuity of service provision over the summer, including for the FIFA World Cup, Toronto Pride Festival, Toronto Caribbean Carnival and other major events. This non-competitive procurement will be proceeding under the exception code related to Bridging Contract, where there is a requirement to fulfill the short term need(s) of the required goods and/or services and the City has determined in good faith that both the proposed procurement and the selected supplier, along with the terms and conditions of the contract are beneficial to the City (Toronto Municipal Code, Chapter 195, Procurement, Section 7.1. E.).

City Council approval is required in accordance with Municipal Code Chapter 195 Procurement, where the current request exceeds the Chief Procurement Officer's authority of the cumulative five-year commitment limit under Article 7, Section 195-7.3 (D) of the Procurement By-Law or exceeds the threshold of $500,000 net of Harmonized Sales Tax allowed under staff authority as per the Toronto Municipal Code, Chapter 71, Financial Control, Section 71-11(A).

The General Government Committee recommends that:

1. City Council authorize the Chief Technology Officer to negotiate and enter into agreements until December 31, 2031 with Toronto Metropolitan University, for up to $300,000 net of all taxes and charges ($305,280 net of Harmonized Sales Tax), subject to terms and conditions acceptable to the Chief Technology Officer and in a form satisfactory to the City Solicitor.

The purpose of this report is to request City Council authority to enter into a non-competitive contract with Toronto Metropolitan University, a Canadian supplier, to continue digital access research in the amount of $300,000 net of all applicable taxes and charges ($305,280 net of Harmonized Sales Tax recoveries Recoveries). This report seeks the establishment of a total ceiling authority for up to a 6-year term, with no commitment to spend the full amount.

This research examines the current state of digital access in Toronto and the ongoing barriers contributing to the gap between those who have internet access and the skills, and support to effectively engage online, and those who do not, often referred to as the "digital divide".

Following City Council’s adoption of EX20.8 in 2021, which directed the City to examine barriers to affordable high‑speed internet access for vulnerable and underserved residents and to enter into agreements with public entities as needed, the City began regularly commissioning digital equity research to better understand Toronto's digital divide. To date, the City has partnered with Toronto Metropolitan University to develop a consistent, Toronto‑specific evidence base on digital access, affordability, and inclusion. The City has spent $115,616 in total with Toronto Metropolitan University for digital access research, resulting in three public reports:

- Mapping Toronto's Digital Divide (January 2021),

- Dimensions of Digital Inclusion (May 2021), and

- Toronto’s Digital Divide (May 2024).

Collectively, this research has provided periodic snapshots of digital access barriers over the past five years, informing City decision‑making and updates to Council.

The most recent report found that approximately 2 percent of Torontonians, about 58,000 residents, lack affordable in‑home internet access, underscoring the need for continued research to better understand residents’ access barriers and experiences.

ConnectTO is a program approved by City Council in 2021 to work towards improving the digital connectivity of all Torontonians. As the ConnectTO program advances, the City is seeking to leverage this continued research to more closely assess whether, and how, ConnectTO investments are contributing to measurable progress toward closing the digital divide. Regular Digital Divide research findings over the next 6 years will inform the City’s digital equity planning, strengthen service design and connectivity modernization efforts, and support consistent advice on digital access considerations within broader City service planning and delivery.

A non-competitive procurement may be undertaken where both the proposed procurement and supplier can be justified in good faith based on an exception set out in Toronto Municipal Code Chapter 195, Procurement. This procurement will be proceeding under the exception related to Compatibility, where Toronto Metropolitan University and the City have determined in good faith that both the proposed procurement and the selected supplier, along with the terms and conditions of the contract, are beneficial to the City (Toronto Municipal Code, Chapter 195, Procurement, Section 7.1.E).

City Council approval is required in accordance with Municipal Code Chapter 195, Procurement, where the current request exceeds the Chief Procurement Officer’s authority of the cumulative five-year (5) commitment for each supplier, under Article 7, Section 195-7.3 (D) of the Procurement By-Law or exceeds the threshold of $500,000 net of Harmonized Sales Tax allowed under staff authority as per the Toronto Municipal Code, Chapter 71 Financial Control, Section 71-11A.

The General Government Committee recommends that:  

1. City Council authorize the General Manager, Transportation Services to negotiate and enter into a contract with RideShark Corporation for the amount of $75,000 net of all taxes and charges ($76,320 net of Harmonized Sales Tax recoveries), to provide a software license for a shared Smart Commute Online Tool for a period of one (1) year from the effective date of the agreement to December 31, 2026, with the option to renew for four (4) additional one (1) year periods, at the sole discretion of the City, on terms and conditions satisfactory to the General Manager, Transportation Services and in a form satisfactory to the City Solicitor.

The purpose of this report is to request City Council authority to negotiate and enter into a non-competitive contract with RideShark Corporation in the amount of $75,000 net of all taxes and applicable charges ($76,320 net of Harmonized Sales Tax recoveries) for the Smart Commute Program.

The Smart Commute Program has delivered Transportation Demand Management services in Toronto since 2005, helping employers and commuters shift to sustainable travel options such as walking, cycling, transit, carpooling and remote work. The program supports reduced single-occupant vehicle trips to ease congestion, improve air quality and lower greenhouse gas emissions. In 2021, with City Council authority, the City entered into a collaborative agreement with Regional Municipal Partners across the Greater Toronto and Hamilton Area, resulting in the non-competitive procurement of the Smart Commute Online Tool from RideShark Corporation as a shared, region-wide commute management platform.

Transportation Services is now seeking City Council authority to enter into a further non-competitive agreement of up to five (5) years with RideShark Corporation to continue delivering the Smart Commute Online Tool in partnership with the eight (8) other participating municipalities.

A non-competitive procurement may be undertaken where both the proposed procurement and supplier can be justified in good faith based on an exception set out in Toronto Municipal Code Chapter 195, Procurement. This procurement will be proceeding under the exception related to Exclusive Rights, where RideShark Corporation, and the City have determined in good faith that both the proposed procurement and the selected supplier, along with the terms and conditions of the contract, are beneficial to the City (Toronto Municipal Code, Chapter 195, Procurement, Section 7.1.C).

City Council approval is required in accordance with Municipal Code Chapter 195, Procurement, where the current request exceeds the Chief Procurement Officer’s authority of the cumulative five-year (5) commitment for each supplier, under Article 7, Section 195-7.3 (D) of the Procurement By-Law or exceeds the threshold of $500,000 net of Harmonized Sales Tax allowed under staff authority as per the Toronto Municipal Code, Chapter 71 Financial Control, Section 71-11A.

The General Government Committee recommends that:

1. City Council authorize the General Manager, Transportation Services to enter into a non-competitive contract with Aimsun Inc., in the amount of $115,000 USD net of all taxes and charges ($117,024 USD net of Harmonized Sales Tax recoveries) for the provision of five (5) Aimsun Next software licenses for a term of five (5) years, from the date of award to 2030 on terms and conditions satisfactory to the General Manager, Transportation Services and in a form satisfactory to the City Solicitor.

2. City Council authorize the General Manager, Transportation Services to enter into a non-competitive contract with PTV Group in the amount of $219,861 USD net of all taxes and charges ($223,731 USD net of Harmonized Sales Tax recoveries) for the provision of ten (10) Vissim software licenses for a term of five (5) years, from the date of award to 2030 on terms and conditions satisfactory to the General Manager, Transportation Services and in a form satisfactory to the City Solicitor.

The purpose of this report is to request City Council authority to negotiate and enter into non-competitive contracts with Aimsun Inc., for the purchase and provision of maintenance and support of five (5) Aimsun Next transportation modelling software licenses, for a five (5)-year term and PTV Group for the purchase and provision of maintenance and support of ten (10) Vissim transportation modelling software licenses, for a five (5)-year term.

Transportation Services has used Aimsun Next and Vissim extensively over the years to conduct traffic operations assessments for a wide range of transportation projects.

These software products are proprietary and provided exclusively by their respective vendors. Aimsun’s headquarters are in Spain, and the main distributor for North America is based in the United States. Vissim is a traffic simulation software developed by PTV Group, headquartered in Karlsruhe, Germany. The main distributor for Vissim in North America is based in the United States.

Aimsun Next and Vissim are essential industry standard tools for modelling and predicting traffic behaviour in response to changes in the transportation network. Aimsun and Vissim are critical for studies such as:

- Transportation Master Plans

- Environmental Assessments

- Traffic Management Plans during construction

- Multimodal movement analysis for people and goods

- Transit and vehicle operations planning

- Traffic diversion planning

To ensure continued support for these critical transportation studies and initiatives, new non-competitive contracts for the software licenses are required.

A non-competitive procurement may be undertaken where both the proposed procurement and supplier can be justified in good faith based on an exception set out in Toronto Municipal Code Chapter 195, Procurement. This procurement will be proceeding under the exception related to Exclusive Rights, where Aimsun Inc. and the City have determined in good faith that both the proposed procurement and the selected supplier, along with the terms and conditions of the contract, are beneficial to the City (Toronto Municipal Code, Chapter 195, Procurement, Section 7.1.C).

A non-competitive procurement may be undertaken where both the proposed procurement and supplier can be justified in good faith based on an exception set out in Toronto Municipal Code Chapter 195, Procurement. This procurement will be proceeding under the exception related to Exclusive Rights, where PTV Group and the City have determined in good faith that both the proposed procurement and the selected supplier, along with the terms and conditions of the contract, are beneficial to the City (Toronto Municipal Code, Chapter 195, Procurement, Section 7.1.C).

City Council approval is required in accordance with Municipal Code Chapter 195, Procurement, where the current request exceeds the Chief Procurement Officer’s authority of the cumulative five (5) -year commitment for each supplier, under Article 7, Section 195-7.3 (D) of the Purchasing By-Law or exceeds the threshold of $500,000 net of Harmonized Sales Tax allowed under staff authority as per the Toronto Municipal Code, Chapter 71, Financial Control, Section 71-11A.

The General Government Committee recommends that:

1. City Council authorize the General Manager, Toronto Water to negotiate and enter into non-competitive contracts with the suppliers listed below on terms and conditions satisfactory to the General Manager, Toronto Water and in a form satisfactory to the City Solicitor, for a period from date of issuance to December 31, 2026, with the option to extend each contract for up to four (4) separate one (1) year periods at the sole discretion of the City and subject to budget approval(s), on the condition that the vendors continue to be the manufacturers or are exclusive distributors for the goods and services, with the total estimated amount of these non-competitive contracts is $7,085,485 net of all applicable taxes and charges ($7,210,190 net of Harmonized Sales Tax recoveries), and with the Non-Competitive Contracts as follows:

a. Toromont Power Systems with the maximum contract price of $2,654,568 net of all applicable taxes and charges ($2,701,288 net of Harmonized Sales Tax recoveries);

b. KSB Pumps Inc. (Canada), with the maximum contract price of $1,592,741 net of all applicable taxes and charges ($1,620,773 net of Harmonized Sales Tax recoveries);

c. APGN Inc., with the maximum contract price of $1,150,000 net of all applicable taxes and charges ($1,170,240 net of Harmonized Sales Tax recoveries);

d. John Brooks Company Limited with the maximum contract price of $1,141,464 net of all applicable taxes and charges ($1,161,554 net of Harmonized Sales Tax recoveries); and

e. Devine & Associates Limited with the maximum contract price of $546,713 net of all applicable taxes and charges ($556,335 net of Harmonized Sales Tax recoveries).

The purpose of this report is to request City Council authority to enter into five (5) separate non-competitive contracts with the suppliers noted below for the supply of proprietary parts and maintenance services required at various water treatment and wastewater facilities. The initial term of the contracts will be from the date of issuance to December 31, 2026, with the option to extend each contract for up to four (4) separate one (1) year periods, at the sole discretion of the City and subject to budget approvals, for the total amount of $7,085,485, net of all applicable taxes and charges ($7,210,190 net of Harmonized Sales Tax recoveries).

A non‑competitive procurement is required for the following suppliers: Toromont Power Systems, KSB Pumps Inc. (Canada), APGN Inc., John Brooks Company Limited, and Devine & Associates Limited. The equipment, parts, and related services provided by these suppliers are highly specialized and proprietary because each supplier is the sole manufacturer or authorized distributor.

Non-competitive procurements may be undertaken where both the proposed procurement and supplier can be justified in good faith based on an exception set out in Toronto Municipal Code Chapter 195, Procurement. These procurements will be proceeding under the exception related to Exclusive Rights, where the existence of exclusive rights such as patent, copyright, licence or warranty exists and the City has determined in good faith that both the proposed procurements and the selected suppliers, along with the terms and conditions of the contract, are beneficial to the City (Toronto Municipal Code, Chapter 195, Procurement, Section 7.1.C).

City Council approval is required in accordance with Toronto Municipal Code Chapter 195-Procurement, where the current request exceeds the Chief Procurement Officer's authority of the cumulative five-year commitment for each supplier under Article 7, Section 195-7.3 (D) of the Procurement By-Law or exceeds the threshold of $500,000 net of Harmonized Sales Tax allowed under staff authority as per Toronto Municipal Code Chapter 71, Financial Control, Section 71-11.A.

The General Government Committee recommends that:

1. City Council authorize the Fire Chief and General Manager, Toronto Fire Services to negotiate and enter into an agreement with Darch Fire Incorporated for the supply and delivery of, on an as and when required basis, of E-One Original Equipment Manufacturer parts and warranties for Toronto Fire Services' E-One model firefighting apparatus in the total maximum amount of $1,664,849 net of all applicable taxes and charges ($1,694,150 net of Harmonized Sales Tax recoveries); with a five (5) year term, to commencing subsequent to December 31, 2026, and otherwise on the terms and conditions satisfactory to the Fire Chief and General Manager, Toronto Fire Services, and in a form acceptable to the City Solicitor.

The purpose of this report is to seek authority for the Fire Chief and General Manager, Toronto Fire Services to negotiate and enter into a contract with Darch Fire Incorporated for the supply and delivery of E-One Incorporated ("E-One") Original Equipment Manufacturer parts and warranties for Toronto Fire Services' E-One model firefighting apparatus in the amount of $1,664,849 net of all applicable taxes and charges ($1,694,150 net of Harmonized Sales Tax recoveries) for a period of five (5) years to commence subsequent to the conclusion of the existing agreement between the City and Darch Fire Incorporated. 

There is an existing agreement between the City and Darch Fire Incorporated for the supply and delivery of E-One Original Equipment Manufacturer parts and warranties, the term of which will conclude as of December 31, 2026. Darch Fire Incorporated remains the exclusive supplier of Original Equipment Manufacturer heavy vehicle parts for E-One in Ontario. In addition, this supplier provides exclusive warranty for these parts. Therefore, it is not practical to commence a competitive procurement process, due to there being only one available supplier. Toronto Fire Services is seeking to set in place another five (5) year contract with Darch Fire Incorporated to ensure the continued uninterrupted supply and delivery of Original Equipment Manufacturer parts for the front-line heavy fleet firefighting aerial apparatus built by E-One. The scope of the purchases is for the same goods and services as contained in the previously approved agreement.

Non-competitive procurements may be undertaken where both the proposed procurement and supplier can be justified in good faith based on an exception set out in Toronto Municipal Code Chapter 195, Procurement. This non-competitive procurement with Darch Fire Incorporated will be proceeding under the exception code related to Exclusive Rights, the City has determined in good faith that both the proposed procurement and the selected supplier, along with the terms and conditions of the contract are beneficial to the City (Toronto Municipal Code, Chapter 195, Procurement, Section 7.1C.).

City Council approval is required in accordance with Municipal Code Chapter 195, Procurement, where the current request exceeds the Chief Procurement Officer’s authority of the cumulative five-year commitment limit for each vendor under Article 7, Section 195-7.3(D) of the Procurement By-law or exceeds the threshold of $500,000 net of Harmonized Sales Tax allowed under staff authority as per the Toronto Municipal Code, Chapter 71, Financial Control, Section 71-11(A).

The General Government Committee recommends that:

1. City Council pass a By-law pursuant to Section 252 of the City of Toronto Act, 2006, providing authority to:

a. enter into a Municipal Capital Facility Agreement with the City of Toronto, which leases approximately 5,005 square feet of space at 1029 King Street West, Unit 23 (the "Leased Premises") to West Neighbourhood House, used for social and health services; and

b. exempt the Leased Premises from taxation for municipal and school purposes, with the tax exemption being effective from the latest of:

1. the commencement date of the Lease,

2. the date the Municipal Capital Facility Agreement is entered into, and

3. the date the Tax Exemption By-law is enacted.

2. City Council pass a resolution that the Municipal Capital Facility referenced in Recommendation 1 is for the purposes of the City of Toronto and is for public use. 

3. City Council direct the City Clerk to give written notice of the By-law to the Minister of Finance, the Municipal Property Assessment Corporation, the Toronto District School Board, the Toronto Catholic District School Board, le Conseil scolaire Viamonde, and le Conseil scolaire catholique MonAvenir. 

This report seeks City Council's authority for the adoption of the necessary By-law to designate a portion of the property owned by the City of Toronto and subleased to West Neighbourhood House as a Municipal Capital Facility, and to provide an exemption from municipal taxes and education taxes. The Municipal Capital Facility agreement authorized by the By-law will provide a property tax exemption for approximately 5,005 square feet of space at 1029 King Street West, Unit 23, that is leased to West Neighbourhood House.

West Neighbourhood House is a registered charity offering a broad range of community-based social service programs for individuals of all ages and backgrounds, supporting families and residents in addressing personal challenges and creating opportunities for personal growth. The space is used as a community space providing pre-school family drop-in programs and programs for adults at different stages of life, addressing issues such as homelessness and housing affordability, employment services, poverty, inequity, mental and physical health, and other community needs.

The General Government Committee recommends that:

1. City Council authorize the Executive Director, Corporate Real Estate Management to continue negotiations to acquire the property interests set out in Appendix A (the "Property Requirements") to the report (April 27, 2026) from the Executive Director, Corporate Real Estate Management, and as illustrated on the draft reference plans set out in Appendix B to the report (April 27, 2026) from the Executive Director, Corporate Real Estate Management, and City Council authorize the initiation of expropriation proceedings for the Property Requirements for the purposes of expanding the Bloor-Yonge interchange station as part of the Project, if the Executive Director, Corporate Real Estate Management deems it necessary or appropriate to proceed in that manner.

2. City Council grant authority to serve and publish the Notices of Application for Approval to Expropriate Land for the Property Requirements, to forward to the Ontario Land Tribunal any requests for hearings received, to attend the hearing(s) to present the City's position, and to report the Ontario Land Tribunal's recommendations to City Council for its consideration.

This report seeks authority to initiate expropriation proceedings for additional temporary easements in parts of the properties municipally known as 2 Bloor Street East and 90 Bloor Street East for the purpose of expanding the Bloor-Yonge interchange station as part of the Toronto Transit Commission Bloor-Yonge Capacity Improvement Project (the "Project").

This is Stage 1 of the expropriation process. Should City Council adopt the recommendations in this report, staff may serve and publish the Notice of Application for Approval to Expropriate on each registered owner. Owners, as defined in the Expropriations Act (the "Act"), will have 30 days to request a hearing into whether the City's proposed taking is fair, sound and reasonably necessary.

Staff will report back to City Council with a Stage 2 report, providing details on property values and other costs, and if a hearing is requested, the report of the Ontario Land Tribunal. The proposed expropriation would only be effected, after adoption by City Council, as approving authority, of the Stage 2 report by registration of an expropriation plan(s), which would then be followed by the service of notices as required by the Act.

Before the City could take possession of the expropriated property, offers of compensation based on appraisal reports must be served on each registered owner.

The General Government Committee recommends that: 

1. City Council amend Municipal Code Chapter 598, 'Numbering of Properties', section 598-4 B, C and D as follows, and in accordance with Attachment 1 to the revised report (May 8, 2026) from the Chief Engineer and Executive Director, Engineering and Construction Services:

a. Amend the title of Section 598-4 to include a 'New' municipal address and 'number'.

b. Amend Section 598-4-B to reflect a 'change' request to a property's municipal address number and remove the fees, replacing with reference to 'Chapter 441-Appendix C-Schedule 1' for the fees for this type of service request.

c. Amend Section 598-4 C to reflect a service request for a 'New' municipal address number and remove the fees, replacing with reference to 'Chapter 441-Appendix C- Schedule 1' for the fees for this type of service request, and remove the specified reasons for a change.

d. Delete Section 598-4 D that describes annual inflationary increase, as this is covered by Chapter 441.

2. City Council amend Municipal Code Chapter 441, 'Fees and Charges', section 441-Appendix C-Schedule 1, References 9, 10, 14, 17 and 18 as follows, and in accordance with Attachment 2 to the revised report (May 8, 2026) from the Chief Engineer and Executive Director, Engineering and Construction Services:

a. In Reference 9, under 'Service' column, update the name of the unit to Land and Property Surveys to reflect the unit responsible for these services; under 'Fee Description' column, remove reasons for requesting new municipal address to align with the change being made to Chapter 598-4 C; and under 'Fee Basis' and 'Fee' columns add the word 'address' to 'number' so it reads 'municipal address number', and indicate plus Harmonized Sales Tax to align with Chapter 598-4.

b. In Reference 10, under 'Service' column, update the name of the unit to Land and Property Surveys to reflect the unit responsible for these services; under 'Fee Description' column, add 'address' to 'number' so it reads 'municipal address number' and indicate plus Harmonized Sales Tax to align with Chapter 598-4.

c. In References 14, 17 and 18, under 'Service' column, update the name of the unit to Land and Property Surveys to reflect the unit responsible for these services and indicate plus Harmonized Sales Tax to align with City financial practices.

The purpose of this report is to recommend administrative amendments to select sections of Municipal Code Chapter 598, 'Numbering of Properties'; and Municipal Code Chapter 441, 'Fees and Charges', Appendix C, Schedule 1-Engineering and Construction Services.

The recommended changes are intended to clarify and harmonize the two by-laws. They do not involve a change in policy or fees in either Chapter 598 or Chapter 441.

The sections to be updated in Chapter 598 refer to a service request from owners or occupants of properties in Toronto requesting a new or change in a municipal address number. This service is delivered by the Land and Property Surveys unit within the Engineering and Construction Services Division.

The existing description of this service in Chapter 598 is outdated. The proposed amendments re‑word the service description to align with the corresponding fee items in Chapter 441 and reflect current practice.

The proposed amendments to Chapter 441 are limited to re‑wording service descriptions to maintain consistency with the updates being made to Chapter 598 and to accurately reference the unit responsible for delivering the services.

The Infrastructure and Environment Committee recommends that:

1. City Council approve the amendments to the City of Toronto Road Classification System set out in Attachment 2, Road Classification Update - Table of Changes, to the report (April 22, 2026) from the General Manager, Transportation Services.

The Road Classification System was originally adopted by City Council in 2000 following municipal amalgamation and has since been updated periodically to reflect newly constructed streets, evolving transportation patterns, and subsequent Council direction. Accurate road classification is important for the governance of the street network, supporting transportation planning, infrastructure design, operational service delivery, and capital investment decisions.

This report provides an update for additional roads that have been assumed by the City since the most recent update in 2018, and for roads where reclassification is required based on current conditions and network role.

This report seeks City Council approval to amend the road classification of seven (7) roadways across four (4) Wards (Wards 3, 7, 10 and 21) identified in Attachment 2, based on an assessment against Council‑approved Road Classification Criteria. The proposed changes will support safe and efficient network operations for all road users and improve consistency between roadway function and service delivery.

The Infrastructure and Environment Committee recommends that:  

1. City Council amend Toronto Municipal Code, Chapter 681 ("Sewers"), §681-4.J. Table 2 - Limits for Storm Sewer Discharge, by deleting "0.05" for the Manganese (total) limit and replacing it with "2.0".

2. City Council authorize the City Solicitor, in consultation with the General Manager, Toronto Water to prepare the necessary bill required to give effect to City Council’s decision and to make such clarification, minor modifications, technical or stylistic refinements as may be identified by the City Solicitor.

3. City Council direct the General Manager, Toronto Water, to permit development applications submitted after January 1, 2026 and which are ready and eligible to apply for above-grade building permits before October 1, 2026, to be exempt from the existing Storm Sewer Quality Limit for Manganese in Toronto Municipal Code Chapter 681, and to instead be subject to the updated Storm Sewer Quality Limit for Manganese, where appropriate.

This report responds to City Council direction for Toronto Water and Development Review to review the Foundation Drainage Policy and the feasibility of revising the manganese quality limit for storm sewer discharge in the Sewers By-law (Toronto Municipal Code, Chapter 681). The objective of this review was to identify opportunities to support the City's priority of encouraging new housing starts while ensuring that sewer system capacity is not compromised.

Developments cannot proceed without adequate servicing infrastructure. Accordingly, the Foundation Drainage Policy prohibits groundwater discharges to the City's sewer systems to preserve the capacity required to support Toronto's continued growth and intensification. The policy amendments proposed in this report strike a balance between introducing greater flexibility to facilitate new housing development and maintaining the Foundation Drainage Policy's core objective of protecting sewer system capacity.

Following stakeholder consultations, hydraulic capacity analyses of the sewer system and background research, effective October 1, 2026, Foundation Drainage Policy amendments will allow a limited quantity of foundation drainage containing groundwater to be discharged into the City's storm sewers, under the following conditions:

- Foundation drainage flows meet the quality limits for storm sewer discharge in the Sewers By-law;

- The storm sewer to which the foundation drain connects will discharge directly to a watercourse or Lake Ontario without interacting with the combined sewer system (i.e., there is no interaction with any flow control structures);

- The maximum dry-weather discharge rate from foundation drainage is 3 Litres per second per hectare for sites > 0.7 hectare, and 2 Litres per second for sites ≤ 0.7 hectare; and

- The total discharge rate under wet-weather conditions to the storm sewer from the site (i.e., both foundation drainage and stormwater) complies with all stormwater management targets per the City's Wet Weather Flow Management Guidelines.

Staff also recommend an increase to the manganese quality limit for discharges to the storm sewer system from 0.05 milligrams per litre to 2.0 milligrams per litre, which will exclude higher concentrations associated with non-natural manganese sources (e.g., brownfield properties). Toronto Water staff consider the health and environmental risks associated with this recommendation to be low because anticipated groundwater discharge volumes will be limited, and because manganese levels in most groundwater samples naturally cluster around low concentrations.

This report was developed in consultation with Development Review, who agree with the findings and recommendations.

The Infrastructure and Environment Committee recommends that:  

1. City Council direct all Division Heads to incorporate side guards as a contractual requirement for commercial vehicles which are dedicated to providing goods and services to, or on behalf of, the City of Toronto, for all new contracts awarded starting May 2027.

2. City Council authorize the applicable Division Head and the General Manager, Fleet Services, to jointly approve case-by-case exemptions, in the event of extenuating circumstances, to the side guard requirement noted in Recommendation 1.

This report responds to the City Council direction (2024.IE18.5) to assess the feasibility of requiring existing and new Suppliers who use commercial vehicles to provide contracted City services to have side guards installed on their vehicles. Commercial vehicles are heavy-duty fleet assets weighing 4,500 kilograms (10,000 pounds) or more and pose the greatest risk to pedestrians and cyclists (known collectively as Vulnerable Road Users due to their size and weight. Side guards are protective railings or bars mounted on the sides of large trucks between the axles to prevent Vulnerable Road Users from being pulled under a truck's wheels in the event of a collision.

The City of Toronto interacts with three types of fleets, all of which may include commercial vehicles:

- City-Owned Fleet: Vehicles owned and operated by the City of Toronto. As directed by Council, through 2024.IE18.5, the City is installing side guards on all City-owned commercial vehicles by the end of 2026 and has done so at a pace that is ahead of schedule.

- Contracted Dedicated Fleet: Vehicles owned and operated by a supplier but allocated on a full-time basis solely for City work. This includes commercial vehicles with City branding (e.g., City of Toronto decal). It is appropriate and feasible to require side guards on this fleet. 

- Contracted Non-Dedicated Fleet: Vehicles owned and operated by a supplier but servicing multiple clients; not exclusive to the City of Toronto. It is not feasible to require side guards on this fleet.

Staff assessed potential impacts to service delivery and determined that it is feasible and appropriate to require side guards on commercial vehicles in the contracted dedicated fleet as of May 2027, with exemptions provided for extenuating circumstances. This requirement is expected to impact approximately 1,200 commercial vehicles, with applications ranging from winter maintenance and snow clearing to road repair, high-impact public works, and urban forestry. An effective date of May 2027 provides sufficient time to update procurement templates and enables both City Divisions and Suppliers to plan and comply with this requirement.

Staff assessed that it is not feasible to require side guards on commercial vehicles in the contracted non-dedicated fleet, as there is a high risk of disruption to routine services that the City receives or procures. The City has limited ability to govern and enforce requirements for the City's contracted non-dedicated fleet; this includes services, including parcel and courier trucks, towing service trucks, construction haulage trucks, and aggregate trucks.

To develop this approach, the Fleet Services Division conducted a jurisdictional scan of comparable municipalities and engaged with 19 City Divisions through the distribution of a survey and through focused discussions. Through this engagement, the approach was refined to focus on commercial vehicles in the contracted dedicated fleet, as this could be implemented without significant impacts to service delivery and without significant cost implications.

Fleet Services Division also engaged with Suppliers through an external market survey distributed to both large and small Suppliers and diverse and social procurement vendors. Feedback was overall positive, and Suppliers indicated that the requirement is feasible (e.g., parts are available and manufacturers offer installation services).

Requiring side guards on commercial vehicles in the contracted dedicated fleet aligns with the City's commitment to the Vision Zero Road Safety Plan and its commitment to protecting Vulnerable Road Users. Embedding this requirement as a standard contractual condition ensures consistency, clarity, and enforceability across all applicable service areas and ensures that all commercial vehicles operating under the City's authority or representing the City in the public realm meet a consistent, enforceable safety standard.

The Infrastructure and Environment Committee forwarded the item to City Council without recommendations.

The Infrastructure and Environment Committee:

1. Requested the General Manager, Toronto Water, in consultation with the Deputy City Manager, Infrastructure Services, the Deputy City Manager, Corporate Services, and the Chief Communications Officer to report directly to the May 20, 21 and 22, 2026 meeting of City Council with an initial framework for an improved communications protocol for issues arising from the operations of the Ashbridges Bay Wastewater Treatment Plan and a clear portal that captures and tracks all service requests related to its operations, and to include information in this report on whether there are any requirements in the Environmental Compliance Approval for a communications protocol with the surrounding community.

Located in Ward 14 on the Waterfront, Ashbridges Bay Wastewater Treatment Plant is the main sewage treatment plant for Toronto, servicing upwards of 1.4 million residents.

Over the last number of years, Toronto Water has increased funding and undertaken upgrades for odour control.

Last week, I received many complaints from local residents who were very upset with a dreadful odour that was emanating from the plant. There were emails to my office as well as calls to 311. Some residents shared that they were confused with the 311-reporting process.

Thankfully the mechanical breakdown in one of the holding tanks has now been repaired after a very rough week.

On Monday, April 27th, I received an email from Toronto Water indicting that there were only 6 odour sewer complaints in the area near the plant and only 3 odour complaints made to date in 2026 to the plant directly. Apparently the 311 system for complaints covers sewer odours in general and there does not seem to be a stand-alone Service Request for odours from the plant.

I would hope that Toronto Water knew that there had been a mechanical failure at Ashbridges Bay Wastewater Treatment Plant and that nauseating odours were emanating from the plant and were settling over the east end air shed. I am concerned that my office was not advised that there was a critical failure and a serious odour issue at the plant.

With such a large critical permanent installation as the Ashbridges Bay Wastewater Treatment Plant, I would like to propose a revamp of the system interface with local residents when odour issues arise - both for intake as well as outgoing messages. The current system seems to be frustrating and not working as well as it could. Residents who live in the immediate airshed of the main sewage treatment plant require an improved communications protocol for issues arising from the operations as well as a clearer portal that captures and tracks all service requests related to operations.

The Infrastructure and Environment Committee recommends that:

1. City Council request the General Manager, Transportation Services, to submit comments to Ontario’s Environment Registry of Ontario that support the proposal for a two-class definition for power-assisted bicycles (aka e-bikes) that are speed limited to no more than 32 kilometres per hour, have a total continuous power of 500 watts or less, must be equipped at all times with functional hand cranks or foot pedals that are capable of propelling the bicycle by muscular power only and are usable during normal operation of the bicycle, cannot have a footrest or a platform for the operator’s feet, must have an adjustable saddle, require a minimum operator age of 16, allows passengers of any age in a seat, and requires helmets for all operators, and the proposal that would require faster, heavier moped / scooter- or motorcycle-style vehicles, to be licenced and insured.

2. City Council requests the General Manager, Transportation Services, to request the province to require a maximum weight limit of 55 kilograms for Class 2 power-assisted bicycles, and to require brakes adequate for an operator to safely stop the vehicle within 9 metres even when loaded, travelling at the maximum powered speed and in wet and hilly conditions.

3. City Council requests the Fire Chief and General Manager, Fire Services, to make recommendations to the province on lithium-ion battery safety standards for all vehicles powered with lithium-ion batteries.

The Infrastructure and Environment Committee:

1. Requested the General Manager, Transportation Services, and the General Manager, Parks and Recreation, in consultation with Toronto Police Services and vulnerable road users, to report back to Infrastructure and Environment Committee by January 2027 with recommendations to amend Toronto’s by-laws for bike lanes, cycle tracks, and multi-use trails to prohibit in all cycling infrastructure any motorized vehicle other than a Class 1 or Class 2 power-assisted bicycle.

The City of Toronto has limited ability to regulate the fast heavy micromobility vehicles currently causing great concern in Toronto cycle infrastructure, and the Toronto Police service has been largely unable to enforce the existing bylaw. The province is now proposing regulatory changes that, if adopted, would greatly improve safety for all road users.

Per https://ero.ontario.ca/notice/026-0422, the Ministry of Transportation is proposing to update the Highway Traffic Act to classify motorized two wheel vehicles that are currently operating in Ontario. One group is proposed to consist of power-assisted bicycles (aka e-bikes), and to require them to be:

-  speed limited to 32 kilometres per hour,

-  have a total continuous power of 500 watts or less,

-  equipped with functional hand cranks or foot pedals that are capable of propelling the bicycle by muscular power, and

-  to allow passengers only when a seat is available.

A second group, the faster, heavier moped / scooter- or motorcycle-style vehicles, would be required to be licenced and insured. This is highly desirable, would facilitate enforcement, would provide compensation for those injured and would also force the operators to learn Ontario traffic laws.

However, some elements of the proposal could be improved.

The Planning and Housing Committee recommends that:

1. City Council amend the former City of Toronto Official Plan for Ookwemin Minising substantially in accordance with the draft Official Plan Amendment included as Attachment 9 to the report (April 24, 2026) from the Interim Executive Director, Development Review and the Chief Planner and Executive Director, City Planning.

2. City Council amend City of Toronto Zoning By-law 702-2024 for Ookwemin Minising, substantially in accordance with draft Zoning By-law Amendment included as Attachment 10 to the report (April 24, 2026) from the Interim Executive Director, Development Review and the Chief Planner and Executive Director, City Planning.

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

4. City Council adopt the updates to the Ookwemin Minising Precinct Plan included as Attachment 7 to the report (April 24, 2026) from the Interim Executive Director, Development Review and the Chief Planner and Executive Director, City Planning.

5. City Council direct the City Solicitor to withhold the necessary Bills for enactment of the Zoning By-law Amendment until such time as By-law 702-2024 is brought into full force and effect.

6. City Council request the Chief Planner and Executive Director, City Planning in partnership with Waterfront Toronto, to advance opportunities for Indigenous-led design and the identification of opportunities for Indigenous-led cultural, community, and economic uses, and land and water stewardship, on publicly owned lands in Ookwemin Minising, including the Essroc Silos site (Block 02).

The Planning and Housing Committee held a Statutory Public Meeting on May 7, 2026 and notice was given in accordance with the Planning Act.

The first Precinct Plan for Ookwemin Minising was approved by City Council in 2017 and envisioned a largely mid-rise island community. In June 2024, in response to Toronto's Housing Action Plan, City Council approved an updated Precinct Plan together with Official Plan and Zoning By-law Amendments to provide for greater densities, in an inclusive, sustainable, and walkable urban community.

In December 2024, City Council directed staff, working with Waterfront Toronto and CreateTO, to explore opportunities to add additional density on the public lands on Ookwemin Minising in order to provide for opportunities for additional housing, including affordable housing. In response to that direction, City staff and Waterfront Toronto engaged a consulting team to undertake a public realm and massing study (the Development Concept Plan) to iteratively advance the design of the Ookwemin Minising's public realm alongside a review of the density and massing of development.  

Based on that work, this report brings forward an updated Precinct Plan and public realm vision for Ookwemin Minising together with implementing amendments to the Official Plan and Zoning By-law. The renewed vision builds on the planning and design foundation established through the approved Precinct Plan, carrying it into a greater level of detail, and informed by further Indigenous and public engagement. This work moves in step with the enabling infrastructure investments now underway, so that planning approvals and design direction are in place as implementation advances.

Ookwemin Minising is now anticipated to deliver homes for approximately 21,000 people (12,000 units) and jobs for approximately 2,900 workers over the next 25 years, through both the updated Precinct Plan as well as private development sites. This includes approximately 10,000 units on public lands, with a target of 30 percent of units on public lands as new affordable rental housing. It represents an approximate 27 percent increase in gross floor area (GFA) on public lands compared to the 2024 approvals. It also delivers an estimated additional 300-800 affordable housing units compared to what was presented to Council in the 2024 plan, with the prior range of approximately 2,200 to 2,700 units replaced by up to 3,000 units.

The updated Precinct Plan delivers a unique approach to built form that emphasizes the quality of the public realm, active mobility, and urban biodiversity, and reflects engagement with Indigenous peoples. The Biidaasige Naturefront (a gentle, porous edge to the park), the Keating Channel (a tall, mixed “urban room”), and the new Centre Commons (a smaller, intimate pedestrian area) anchor a richer network of public spaces that create a sense of place.

Ookwemin Minising is the first mixed-use residential community to emerge from the Port Lands Flood Protection Project. With flood protection infrastructure now complete, a renewed $975 million tri-government funding commitment for enabling infrastructure in January 2025, and funding for Waterfront East Transit announced in March 2026, the project is moving from vision to implementation.

Waterfront Toronto is currently leading the first phase of development on Ookwemin Minising, delivering the enabling infrastructure and public realm needed to enable new residential development, including new streets, utilities, servicing, and parks. The Official Plan and Zoning By-law Amendments recommended in this report would enable development of Phase 1 of Ookwemin Minising in accordance with tri-government funding to accelerate the delivery of Waterfront Toronto's revitalization plan. Together, the recommendations in this report are a significant step towards redevelopment of the Port Lands and implementing the vision for Ookwemin Minising.

The Planning and Housing Committee recommends that:

1. City Council amend City of Toronto Zoning By-law 569-2013, as amended by Site-Specific Zoning By-law 825-2021, for the lands municipally known as 970 Kipling Avenue substantially in accordance with the draft Zoning By-law Amendment included as Attachment 5 to the report (April 23, 2026) from the Interim Executive Director, Development Review.

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 Planning and Housing Committee held a Statutory Public Meeting on May 7, 2026 and notice was given in accordance with the Planning Act.

This report recommends approval of the application to amend Zoning By-law 569-2013, as amended by Site-Specific Zoning By-law 825-2021, to permit a modified version of the approved mixed-use building on Block 5 of the Bloor-Kipling Block Context Plan (970 Kipling Avenue). Whereas the approved zoning allows for a two-tower development with heights of 42.0 and 91.0 metres, the revised proposal incorporates two repositioned towers, increased tower heights (94.7 and 140.3 metres), larger tower floor plates (810 and 836 square metres), and a reduction in non-residential gross floor area. Approximately 840 residential units are proposed, including 198 affordable units. This development proposal on City-owned land is being delivered through the Toronto Builds Policy Framework.

The Planning and Housing Committee recommends that:

1. City Council amend the Official Plan for the lands municipally known as 3838 Bloor Street West substantially in accordance with the draft Official Plan Amendment included as Attachment 6 to the report (April 24, 2026) from the Interim Executive Director, Development Review.

2. City Council amend City of Toronto Zoning By-law 569-2013 for the lands municipally known as 3838 Bloor Street West substantially in accordance with the draft Zoning By-law Amendment included as Attachment 7 to the report (April 24, 2026) from the Interim Executive Director, Development Review.

3. City Council authorize the City Solicitor to make such stylistic and technical changes to the draft Official Plan and Zoning By-law Amendments as may be required.

The Planning and Housing Committee held a Statutory Public Meeting on May 7, 2026 and notice was given in accordance with the Planning Act.

This report recommends the approval of Official Plan and Zoning By-law amendments to allow for an addition to an existing building, resulting in a four-storey municipal shelter, providing approximately 60 beds. The project is part of the Homelessness Services Capital Infrastructure Strategy (HSCIS).

While a municipal shelter is already permitted on the site, an Official Plan amendment is needed to remove the requirement for retail at-grade along the Bloor Street West frontage. A Zoning By-law amendment is needed to bring the site into Zoning By-law 569-2013 and to facilitate certain elements of the proposed built form.

The amendments have also been drafted to ensure the site could become supportive or affordable housing as community needs evolve in the future.

The Planning and Housing Committee recommends that:

1. City Council direct the City Solicitor and appropriate City Staff to attend the Ontario Land Tribunal in opposition to the current application regarding the Official Plan Amendment for the lands at 65-87 Heward Avenue and to continue discussions with the applicant in an attempt to resolve outstanding issues.

2. City Council authorize the City Solicitor and other appropriate City Staff to take any necessary steps to implement City Council's decision, including requesting any conditions of approval that would be in the City's interest, in the event the Ontario Land Tribunal allows the appeal, in whole or in part.

On October 15, 2025, an application to amend the Official Plan was submitted to redesignate 65-87 Heward Avenue (the “Site”) from Core Employment Areas to Mixed Use Areas. The application does not propose any new buildings or building additions at this time.

On February 23, 2026, the applicant appealed the Official Plan Amendment application to the Ontario Land Tribunal (“OLT”) due to Council not making a decision within the time frame prescribed by the Planning Act. A Case Management Conference has been scheduled for May 29, 2026.

This report recommends that the City Solicitor and appropriate City Staff attend the OLT hearing to oppose the Official Plan Amendment application in its current form and to continue discussions with the applicant in an attempt to resolve outstanding issues.

The Planning and Housing Committee recommends that:

1. City Council state its intention to designate the property at 65 Heward Avenue (including entrance address 87 Heward Avenue) under Part IV, Section 29 of the Ontario Heritage Act in accordance with the Statement of Significance for 65 Heward Avenue (Reasons for Designation) attached as Attachment 1 to the report (April 7, 2026) from the Chief Planner and Executive Director, City Planning.

2. If there are no objections to the designation, City Council authorize the City Solicitor to introduce the Bill in Council designating the property under Part IV, Section 29 of the Ontario Heritage Act.

This report recommends that City Council state its intention to designate the property at 65 Heward Avenue (including address at 87 Heward Avenue) under Part IV, Section 29 of the Ontario Heritage Act for its cultural heritage value according to the Statement of Significance, which includes a description of heritage attributes found in Attachment 1.

The property is subject to a Prescribed Event. Clerks issued a complete application notice on October 29, 2025. The owner provided a waiver to extend the time for Council to make a decision and the waiver expires on May 31, 2026.In order to meet prescribed timelines under the Ontario Heritage Act,

Council must make a decision at its May 20, 21, 22, 2026, meeting to provide sufficient time for the City Clerk to issue a notice of intention to designate before May 31, 2026.

The subject property at 65 Heward Avenue is located on the east side of Heward Avenue and is set back from the south side of Eastern Avenue between Carlaw Avenue and Leslie Street in the South Riverdale neighbourhood. A location map and current photograph of the heritage property are found in Attachment 2.

The property at 65 Heward Avenue was completed in 1913 for the Canadian Ammonia Company, and to the designs of Curry and Sparling Architects. The property contains two brick factory/warehouse type buildings constructed in 1913, each with one and two storey portions. In 1987, Cine Village, one of Canada's largest all-in-one production centres at the time, modified the property by connecting the two factory/warehouse buildings with an addition, which was further altered in 2019. The property has a direct association with the industrialization of Leslieville and the growth of Toronto’s east end film industry. 

Staff have determined that the property at 65 Heward Avenue has cultural heritage value and meets 4 of the Ontario Regulation 9/06 criteria prescribed for municipal designation under Part IV, Section 29 of the Ontario Heritage Act. A property may be designated under Part IV, Section 29 of the Ontario Heritage Act, if it meets two or more of the nine criteria.

The property was listed on the City's Heritage Register on March 26, 2025.

A development application for an Official Plan Amendment was made with the City for the property, where the proposed development would retain the two factory/warehouse type buildings on the property at 65 Heward Avenue in situ, and construct four new mixed-use towers. The proposal includes a 9-storey building fronting Eastern Avenue, two towers of 18 and 28 stories connected by a 4-storey podium in the centre of the site, and a 12-storey building located at its south end. 

At its meeting on April 27, 2026 the Toronto Preservation Board considered Item PB43.2 and made recommendations to City Council.

Summary from the report (April 7, 2026) from the Senior Manager, Heritage Planning, Urban Design, City Planning:

This report recommends that City Council state its intention to designate the property at 65 Heward Avenue (including address at 87 Heward Avenue) under Part IV, Section 29 of the Ontario Heritage Act for its cultural heritage value according to the Statement of Significance, which includes a description of heritage attributes found in Attachment 1.

The property is subject to a Prescribed Event. Clerks issued a complete application notice on October 29, 2025. The owner provided a waiver to extend the time for Council to make a decision and the waiver expires on May 31, 2026. In order to meet prescribed timelines under the Ontario Heritage Act.

Council must make a decision at its May 20, 21, 22, 2026, meeting to provide sufficient time for the City Clerk to issue a notice of intention to designate before May 31, 2026.

The subject property at 65 Heward Avenue is located on the east side of Heward Avenue and is set back from the south side of Eastern Avenue between Carlaw Avenue and Leslie Street in the South Riverdale neighbourhood. A location map and current photograph of the heritage property are found in Attachment 2.

The property at 65 Heward Avenue was completed in 1913 for the Canadian Ammonia Company, and to the designs of Curry and Sparling Architects. The property contains two brick factory/warehouse type buildings constructed in 1913, each with one and two storey portions. In 1987, Cine Village, one of Canada's largest all-in-one production centres at the time, modified the property by connecting the two factory/warehouse buildings with an addition, which was further altered in 2019. The property has a direct association with the industrialization of Leslieville and the growth of Toronto’s east end film industry.

Staff have determined that the property at 65 Heward Avenue has cultural heritage value and meets 4 of the Ontario Regulation 9/06 criteria prescribed for municipal designation under Part IV, Section 29 of the Ontario Heritage Act. A property may be designated under Part IV, Section 29 of the Ontario Heritage Act, if it meets two or more of the nine criteria.

The property was listed on the City's Heritage Register on March 26, 2025.

A development application for an Official Plan Amendment was made with the City for the property, where the proposed development would retain the two factory/warehouse type buildings on the property at 65 Heward Avenue in situ, and construct four new mixed-use towers. The proposal includes a 9-storey building fronting Eastern Avenue, two towers of 18 and 28 stories connected by a 4-storey podium in the centre of the site, and a 12-storey building located at its south end.

The Planning and Housing Committee recommends that: 

Housing Development Office Three-Year Work Plan

1. City Council forward this item, except for Confidential Attachment 3 to the report (April 23, 2026) from the Deputy City Manager, Development and Growth Services, to the Board of Directors of CreateTO and request the Board keep Confidential Attachments 1 and 2 to the report (April 23, 2026) from the Deputy City Manager, Development and Growth Services, confidential as they contain a position, plan, procedure, criteria or instruction to be applied to any negotiations carried on or to be carried on by or on behalf of the City; and contains financial information, supplied in confidence to the City of Toronto, which, if disclosed, could reasonably be expected to prejudice significantly the competitive position or interfere significantly with the contractual or other negotiations of a person, group of persons, or organization, and request the Board to consider adopting the Housing Development Office Three-Year Work Plan detailed in Attachment 1 to the report (April 23, 2026) from the Deputy City Manager, Development and Growth Services, to guide the prioritization of redevelopment of public land managed by its holding corporations, Build Toronto and Toronto Port Lands Company.

2. City Council forward this item, except for Confidential Attachments 2 and 3 to the report (April 23, 2026) from the Deputy City Manager, Development and Growth Services, to the Board of Directors of Toronto Community Housing Corporation (TCHC) and request the Board keep Confidential Attachment 1 confidential as it contains a position, plan, procedure, criteria or instruction to be applied to any negotiations carried on or to be carried on by or on behalf of the City; and contains financial information, supplied in confidence to the City of Toronto, which, if disclosed, could reasonably be expected to prejudice significantly the competitive position or interfere significantly with the contractual or other negotiations of a person, group of persons, or organization, and request the Board to consider adopting the Housing Development Office Three-Year Work Plan detailed in Attachment 1 to the report (April 23, 2026) from the Deputy City Manager, Development and Growth Services, to guide the redevelopment of public land managed by the Toronto Community Housing Corporation as well as the Toronto Community Housing Corporation revitalization projects on its lands.

Allocating Capital Funding to Housing Development Projects

3. City Council request the Government of Canada, through Build Canada Homes to provide the City of Toronto $557.5 million in capital funding to support the creation of approximately 4,000 rental homes in the next 12-18 months.

4. City Council authorize the Executive Director, Housing Development Office, in consultation with Executive Director, Housing Secretariat and the Deputy City Manager, Development and Growth Services, to allocate existing capital funding to the prioritized Toronto Builds projects listed in Table 1 of Confidential Attachment 1 to the report (April 23, 2026) from the Deputy City Manager, Development and Growth Services in an amount not to exceed $217.5 million in the 2026-2035 Capital Budget and Plan of the Housing Secretariat and the Housing Development Office.

5. City Council authorize the Executive Director, Housing Development Office, in consultation with Executive Director, Housing Secretariat and the Deputy City Manager, Development and Growth Services, to allocate existing capital funding to the prioritized City-supported projects with Community Housing Provider proponents listed in Table 2 of Confidential Attachment 1 to the report (April 23, 2026) from the Deputy City Manager, Development and Growth Services, subject to the maximum allowable funding allocation under the Rental Housing Supply Program, in an amount not to exceed $34.6 million in the 2026-2035 Capital Budget and Plan of the Housing Secretariat and the Housing Development Office.

6. City Council authorize each of the Executive Director, Housing Development Office and Executive Director, Housing Secretariat, severally to negotiate and enter into, on behalf of the City, a municipal housing facility agreement ("Contribution Agreement") or amendments to existing Contribution Agreements with the proponents or related entities listed in Table 2 of Confidential Attachment 1 to the report (April 23, 2026) from the Deputy City Manager, Development and Growth Services or with the proponents chosen through the market offering processes undertaken for each of the Toronto Builds projects, for funding and to set out the terms of the development and operation of affordable rental housing, on terms and conditions satisfactory to the Executive Director, Housing Development Office, in consultation with the Executive Director, Housing Secretariat, and in a form satisfactory to the City Solicitor.

7. City Council direct that Confidential Attachments 1, 2 and 3 to the report (April 23, 2026) from the Deputy City Manager, Development and Growth Services remain confidential at this time as they pertain to a position, plan, procedure, criteria or instruction to be applied to any negotiations carried on or to be carried on by or on behalf of the City; and contain financial information, supplied in confidence to the City of Toronto, which, if disclosed, could reasonably be expected to prejudice significantly the competitive position or interfere significantly with the contractual or other negotiations of a person, group of persons, or organization, and direct that Confidential Recommendations 2 to 9 in Confidential Attachment 2 to the report (April 23, 2026) from the Deputy City Manager, Development and Growth Services, if adopted by City Council, be made public following the execution of the site-specific definitive project agreements for 72 Amroth Avenue, and that the remaining confidential information in Confidential Attachments 1, 2 and 3 to the report (April 23, 2026) from the Deputy City Manager, Development and Growth Services be made public at the discretion of the Deputy City Manager, Development and Growth Services.

Advancing Other City-Led Housing Projects

8. City Council authorize the Deputy City Manager, Corporate Services, when transacting with Toronto Community Housing Corporation in relation to Toronto Builds projects, to approve nominal transactions, and execute leases for a term of up to 99 years, related real estate agreements and documents, for the purpose of achieving the City's affordable housing objectives, on terms and conditions satisfactory to the Deputy City Manager, Corporate Services, the Executive Director, Housing Development Office and the Chief Financial Officer and Treasurer, and in a form approved by the City Solicitor.

9. City Council authorize, severally, each of the Executive Director, Housing Secretariat and the Executive Director, Housing Development Office, to negotiate and enter into, on behalf of the City, a municipal housing facility agreement (the City's Contribution Agreement) with Toronto Community Housing Corporation or a related entity for 405 Sherbourne Street and 150 Queens Wharf Road, to secure the financial assistance being provided and set out the terms of the operation of the affordable rental housing, on terms and conditions satisfactory to the Executive Director, Housing Secretariat, the Executive Director, Housing Development Office and the Chief Financial Officer and Treasurer, and in a form approved by the City Solicitor.

10. City Council authorize the Executive Director, Corporate Real Estate Management in consultation with the General Manager, Parks and Recreation and the Executive Director, Housing Development Office, to negotiate and execute a licence agreement and/or any other agreements with Toronto Community Housing Corporation, for use and occupation of the parkland at 170 Queens Wharf Road, to facilitate the construction of the building at 150 Queens Wharf Road, on terms and conditions satisfactory to the Executive Director, Corporate Real Estate Management and the Chief Financial Officer and Treasurer and in a form approved by the City Solicitor.

11. City Council authorize the General Manager, Parks and Recreation, in consultation with the Executive Director, Corporate Real Estate Management, and the Executive Director, Housing Development Office, to negotiate, approve and enter into, on behalf of the City, a project delivery agreement with Toronto Community Housing Corporation and its vendors to design, construct, and deliver a park at 170 Queens Wharf Road on behalf of the City, known as Lower Garrison Creek Park, on terms and conditions satisfactory to the General Manager, Parks and Recreation and the Chief Financial Officer and Treasurer, and in a form satisfactory to the City Solicitor and to ensure that the park project is delivered by qualified contractor approved by the General Manager, Parks and Recreation, the park is constructed expeditiously in advance of the building occupancy, and the project is carried out in close collaboration with relevant City divisions and stakeholders.

12. City Council adopt the confidential instructions to staff in Confidential Attachment 2 to the report (April 23, 2026) from the Deputy City Manager, Development and Growth Services.

Property Tax Exemption Approvals for Affordable Rental and Supportive Homes

13. City Council authorize an exemption from taxation for municipal and school purposes for the affordable rental homes as listed and for the periods of time described in Attachment 2 to the report (April 23, 2026) from the Deputy City Manager, Development and Growth Services.

14. City Council authorize the Executive Director, Housing Secretariat to negotiate and enter into, on behalf of the City, a municipal housing facility agreement (the City's Contribution Agreement) with Toronto Community Housing Corporation for the Lawrence Heights Phase 1A, 1B, 1E and Phase 1F and Regent Park Phase 4A properties described in Attachment 2 to the report (April 23, 2026) from the Deputy City Manager, Development and Growth Services, to provide an exemption from taxation for municipal and school purposes for the 99-year affordability period  in accordance with the Toronto Municipal Code Chapter 513, Housing Programs, on terms and conditions satisfactory to the Executive Director, Housing Secretariat and Chief Financial Officer and Treasurer, in a form approved by the City Solicitor.

15. City Council authorize the Controller and Chief Accountant to cancel or refund any taxes paid after the effective date of the exemption from taxation for municipal and school purposes as set out in the applicable municipal housing facility agreement.

Updating Delegating Authorities

16. City Council authorize, severally, the Executive Director, Housing Development Office and Executive Director, Housing Secretariat to negotiate and enter into, on behalf of the City, municipal housing facility agreements with eligible proponents pursuant to the Rental Housing Supply Program (the “Contribution Agreement”) for the funding and/or provision of financial incentives for affordable rental housing, and to set out the terms of the development and operation of affordable rental housing, on terms and conditions satisfactory to the Executive Director, Housing Development Office, Executive Director, Housing Secretariat and the Chief Financial Officer and Treasurer and in a form satisfactory to the City Solicitor.

17. City Council authorize severally, the Executive Director, Housing Development Office and Executive Director, Housing Secretariat to enter into any security or financing documents, or any other documents required to facilitate the delivery of affordable housing units approved under the City’s Rental Housing Supply Program, to complete pre-development activities, construction and secure conventional financing, where required, including any postponement, confirmation of status, discharge or consent documents where and when required during the term of the Contribution Agreement, as required by normal business practices, and provided that such documents do not give rise to financial obligations on the part of the City that have not been previously approved by City Council as set out in Recommendation 16, on terms and conditions satisfactory to the Chief Financial Officer and Treasurer.

18. City Council amend Item 2024.EX18.2, Recommendation 13 by reassigning the authority previously provided to the Executive Director, Housing Secretariat to the Executive Director, Housing Development Office and so that it now reads as follows:

City Council authorize the Executive Director, Housing Development Office, in consultation with the Chief Financial Officer and Treasurer, to enter into agreements, pursuant to Section 27 of the Development Charges Act, to defer the payment of development charges payable in relation to purpose-built rental units within projects approved through the 2024 Call for Applications pursuant to the Purpose-Built Rental stream of the Rental Housing Supply Program, for as long as they remain as purpose-built rental containing at least 20 percent affordable units and on such other terms and conditions as may be satisfactory to the Executive Director, Housing Development Office and in a form satisfactory to the City Solicitor.

19. City Council authorize severally, the Executive Director, Housing Development Office and Executive Director, Housing Secretariat to negotiate and enter into pre-development funding agreements and escrow agreements to secure the financial assistance for affordable rental housing, in accordance with the City’s Pilot Community Housing Pre-Development Fund (CHPF) program, in a form satisfactory to the City Solicitor.

20. City Council authorize the Executive Director, Housing Secretariat, in consultation with the Chief Financial Officer and Treasurer, to negotiate and enter into on behalf of the City of Toronto any agreements necessary to facilitate and advance the development of modular attainable home ownership sites under the Toronto New Deal Initiative, provided that the Chief Financial Officer and Treasurer agrees that those agreements do not give rise to any financial commitments on the part of the City, or commit the use of City-owned land, including but not limited to:

a. Any Memoranda of Understanding with His Majesty the King in right of Ontario as represented by the Minister of Municipal Affairs and Housing, and with a non-profit deliver partner(s), on terms and conditions acceptable to the Executive Director, Housing Secretariat and the Chief Financial Officer and Treasurer, and in a form satisfactory to the City Solicitor.

b. Any Transfer Payment Agreement(s), or any other related provincial funding agreement(s), with any Ministry of the Government of Ontario, for the receipt and expenditure of provincial contributions required to support the development of the new modular attainable homeownership sites. 

c. Any Program Delivery Agreement(s), with any non-profit delivery partner(s), setting out the provincial contributions to be provided for the development of new non-profit affordable and attainable ownership housing on the identified sites, and the ongoing obligations related to the delivery and operation of the program, on terms and conditions consistently with the Memorandum of Understanding and otherwise acceptable to the Executive Director, Housing Secretariat and the Chief Financial Officer and Treasurer, and in a form satisfactory to the City Solicitor.

21. City Council request the Executive Director, Housing Development Office to work with CreateTO, Toronto Community Housing Corporation, the Chief Technology Officer, Technology Services, and industry and civic tech and community benefits experts to ensure all data related to Toronto Builds and the Toronto Housing Data Hub is produced and provided to the public in alignment with the City of Toronto’s open data policies.

The Planning and Housing Committee:

1. Requested the Executive Director, Housing Development Office to report directly to the May 20, 2026 meeting of City Council with the list of all projects included in the City’s December 2025 submission to Build Canada Homes, including the amount of funding requested for each project in total and per unit.

In direct response to Toronto’s escalating housing affordability crisis, the City continues to improve on and strengthen its structure, policy framework and overall approach to support and accelerate the delivery of housing development on City-owned lands (City-led projects, including the Toronto Builds and legacy Housing Now portfolio) and on third party lands (City-supported projects, including the Rental Housing Supply Program and legacy Open Door Affordable Housing Program portfolio).

In 2025, as part of these ongoing efforts, City Council adopted PH21.4 – “Toronto Builds - A Policy Framework to Build More Affordable Rental Homes on Public Land” and EX25.1 – “Building Faster: Streamlining Housing Delivery and Strengthening the City’s Development Capacity.” These reports established a new policy framework for housing development on City lands, and outlined the new housing delivery model for the City and its partners. The City also established the Housing Development Office (HDO) within the Development and Growth Service Area to provide end-to-end oversight of the City’s housing portfolio, including all City-led and City-supported projects.  

The HDO is focused on ensuring that the City’s resources are efficiently deployed to deliver housing across the full continuum of need. City-led projects are addressed in partnership with Corporate Real Estate Management (CREM) via the Project Management Office (PMO), assigned to CreateTO or TCHC, through respective Master Services Agreements (MSA), or led by non-profit, Indigenous, or private housing development partners selected through procurement processes. Together, these delivery partners are responsible for 83 delivery sites in the City-led portfolio. In 2025, City-led projects reached the following milestones:

- construction starts on 3,606 homes, including 1,492 rent-controlled homes and 1,497 net new affordable and rent-geared-to-income (RGI) homes;

- construction completions on 1,259 homes, including 376 net new affordable and RGI homes and 309 RGI replacement homes; and

- an additional 908 net new homes under construction, including 507 rent-controlled homes, 401 net new affordable and RGI homes, and an additional 165 rental replacement homes.

The HDO administers City funding and incentive programs for affordable housing projects, enabling the City-supported housing portfolio to reach the following milestones in 2025:

- construction starts on 4,115 homes, including 196 rent-controlled homes and 1,008 net new affordable and rent-geared-to-income (RGI) homes;

- construction completions on 1,993 homes, including 409 net new affordable and RGI homes; and

- an additional 8,187 net new homes under construction, including 187 rent-controlled homes, 2,342 net new affordable and RGI homes, and an additional 32 rental replacement homes.

To further the delivery of the housing portfolio, this report provides Council with an update on directed activities of previous reports and seeks Council direction to advance a number of initiatives to support new homes for Toronto, including:

- the establishment of the HDO;

- the three-year work plan for City-led housing development projects;

- selected housing development projects;

- intergovernmental funding requests critical to the successful delivery of rent-controlled, affordable and RGI homes;

- capital funding to the housing projects described in Confidential Attachment 1;

- next steps on 72 Amroth Ave. described in Confidential Attachment 2;

- the non-profit homeownership project described in Confidential Attachment 3; and

- existing and new delegations of authorities for senior City officials to advance housing development projects efficiently and at the appropriate level of accountability.

The Planning and Housing Committee recommends that:

1. City Council approve the grant awards for the 2026 Toronto Heritage Grant Program for the following five heritage properties to assist the recipients in funding the scope of conservation works generally described in Attachment 1 to the report (April 21, 2026) from the Chief Planner and Executive Director, City Planning:

152 Spruce Street

113 Winchester Steet

159 Roxborough Drive

41 Winchester Street

273 Bloor Street West

2. City Council direct that the use of the grant awards outlined in Recommendation 1 of the report (April 21, 2026) from the Chief Planner and Executive Director, City Planning, be limited to only the conservation work approved by the Chief Planner and Executive Director, City Planning, and that the issuing of the grant awards be subject to the grant recipient satisfying all conditions as set out in the Letter of Understanding between the City and the grant recipient.

 This report recommends the approval of five grants totaling $207,000.00 under the Toronto Heritage Grant Program. The recommended recipients will generate approximately $347,584.78 in private investment for work to conserve irreplaceable cultural heritage resources that contribute to the City's social and economic prosperity by maintaining Toronto's unique sense of place.

The Toronto Heritage Grant Program provides matching grant funds for eligible restoration-based conservation work for heritage properties within the City of Toronto that are designated under Part IV or V of the Ontario Heritage Act (OHA). Applicants may receive a grant once every five years for up to 50% of the cost of eligible conservation work. Owners of house form buildings may receive up to $10,000.00 or, if replacing an entire cedar or slate roof assembly, up to $20,000.00 every ten years.

Owners of non-house form buildings and any tax-exempt or not-for-profit properties (including house form buildings) may be eligible for a grant equivalent to 50% of the cost of eligible work, with no maximum limit.   

The Toronto Heritage Grant Program has a budget of $317,000.00 in the City Planning 2026 Operating Budget and is administered by Heritage Planning, City Planning.

The five properties that have been recommended for grant awards vary in size and location across Toronto. Three projects are at residential properties (one of which is owned and operated by a not for profit organization) located within the Cabbagetown North, Cabbagetown South and Cabbagetown Northwest Heritage Conservation Districts (HCDs). Two other notable properties will benefit from heritage grants this year including Rosedale United Church, a 'Category A' property located in the North Rosedale Heritage Conservation District, and The Royal Conservatory of Music, an individually designated property under Part IV of the Ontario Heritage Act.  

At its meeting on April 27, 2026 the Toronto Preservation Board considered Item PB43.8 and made recommendations to City Council.

Summary from the report (April 7, 2026) from the Senior Manager, Heritage Planning, Urban Design, City Planning:

This report recommends the approval of five grants totaling $207,000.00 under the Toronto Heritage Grant Program. The recommended recipients will generate approximately $347,584.78 in private investment for work to conserve irreplaceable cultural heritage resources that contribute to the City's social and economic prosperity by maintaining Toronto's unique sense of place.

The Toronto Heritage Grant Program provides matching grant funds for eligible restoration-based conservation work for heritage properties within the City of Toronto that are designated under Part IV or V of the Ontario Heritage Act (OHA). Applicants may receive a grant once every five years for up to 50% of the cost of eligible conservation work. Owners of house form buildings may receive up to $10,000.00 or, if replacing an entire cedar or slate roof assembly, up to $20,000.00 every ten years.

Owners of non-house form buildings and any tax-exempt or not-for-profit properties (including house form buildings) may be eligible for a grant equivalent to 50% of the cost of eligible work, with no maximum limit.

The Toronto Heritage Grant Program has a budget of $317,000.00 in the City Planning 2026 Operating Budget and is administered by Heritage Planning, City Planning.

The five properties that have been recommended for grant awards vary in size and location across Toronto. Three projects are at residential properties (one of which is owned and operated by a not for profit organization) located within the Cabbagetown North, Cabbagetown South and Cabbagetown Northwest Heritage Conservation Districts (HCDs). Two other notable properties will benefit from heritage grants this year including Rosedale United Church, a 'Category A' property located in the North Rosedale Heritage Conservation District, and The Royal Conservatory of Music, an individually designated property under Part IV of the Ontario Heritage Act.

The Planning and Housing Committee recommends that:

1. City Council state its intention to designate the properties at 30 and 32 Huntley Street under Part IV, Section 29 of the Ontario Heritage Act in accordance with the Statement of Significance for 30 and 32 Huntley Street (Reasons for Designation) attached as Attachment 1 to the report (April 7, 2026) from the Chief Planner and Executive Director, City Planning.

2. City Council state its intention to designate the properties at 38 and 40 Huntley Street under Part IV, Section 29 of the Ontario Heritage Act in accordance with the Statement of Significance for 38 and 40 Huntley Street (Reasons for Designation) attached as Attachment 2 to the report (April 7, 2026) from the Chief Planner and Executive Director, City Planning.

3. City Council state its intention to designate the properties at 122 and 124 Isabella Street under Part IV, Section 29 of the Ontario Heritage Act in accordance with the Statement of Significance for 122 and 124 Isabella Street (Reasons for Designation) attached as Attachment 3 to the report (April 7, 2026) from the Chief Planner and Executive Director, City Planning.

4. If there are no objections to the designation, City Council authorize the City Solicitor to introduce the Bill in Council designating the properties under Part IV, Section 29 of the Ontario Heritage Act.

This report recommends that City Council state its intention to designate the properties at 30-32 Huntley Street, 38-40 Huntley Street and 122-124 Isabella Street under Part IV, Section 29 of the Ontario Heritage Act for their cultural heritage value according to the Statements of Significance which include a description of heritage attributes found in Attachments 1, 2 and 3.

The subject properties are located in the northwest quadrant of Huntley and Isabella Streets in the North St. James Town neighbourhood. A location map and current photographs of the heritage properties are found in Attachment 2.

The subject properties at 30 and 32 Huntley Street were included on the City of Toronto's Heritage Register on August 18, 1976. City Council also included the subject properties at 38 and 40 Huntley Street and 122 and 124 Isabella Street on May 6, 1991.

The properties at 30, 32, 38 and 40 Huntley Street comprise two pairs of semi-detached residences that appear as two single residences. Designed in the Second Empire style, each pair features a mirrored design with buff brick cladding and a Mansard roof with ornate wooden dormers, brackets, and cornice and a modest kitchen wing at the rear. 30-32 Huntley Street also features a two-storey front porch and slate cladding on the Mansard roof.

Staff have determined that the properties at 30,32, 38 and 40 Huntley Street have  cultural heritage value and meet 3 of the Ontario Regulation 9/06 criteria prescribed for municipal designation under Part IV, Section 29 of the Ontario Heritage Act.

The properties at 122 and 124 Isabella Street are a pair of semi-detached residences designed by the prominent architectural partnership of Chadwick & Beckett to appear as a single residence. The properties feature brick and half-timber stucco cladding,two-storey bays, and a complicated roofline with prominent cross gables and chimneys.

Staff have determined that the properties at 122 and 124 Isabella Street have cultural heritage value and meet 4 of the Ontario Regulation 9/06 criteria prescribed for municipal designation under Part IV, Section 29 of the Ontario Heritage Act. A property may be designated under Part IV, Section 29 of the Ontario Heritage Act, if it meets two or more of the nine criteria.

On December 17, 2025, the City received Official Plan Amendment, Zoning By-law Amendment, and Site Plan Control applications related to the proposed redevelopment of the subject properties at 30, 32, 38 and 40 Huntley Street, and 122 and 124 Isabella Street. The proposed redevelopment includes the construction of two buildings, with heights of 56 and 60 storeys and approximately 1,362 dwelling units. The proposal retains portions of the existing buildings at 30, 32, 38, and 40 Huntley Street, and 122-124 Isabella Street.

The properties are subject to a Prescribed Event. A notice of complete application was issued on January 15, 2026. The owner provided a waiver to extend the time period for Council to make a decision which expires on July 1, 2026. In order to meet prescribed timelines under the Ontario Heritage Act, Council must make a decision at its May 20, 2026 meeting to provide sufficient time for the City Clerk to issue a notice of intention to designate.

At its meeting on April 27, 2026 the Toronto Preservation Board considered Item PB43.1 and made recommendations to City Council.

Summary from the report (April 7, 2026) from the Senior Manager, Heritage Planning, Urban Design, City Planning:

This report recommends that City Council state its intention to designate the properties at 30-32 Huntley Street, 38-40 Huntley Street and 122-124 Isabella Street under Part IV, Section 29 of the Ontario Heritage Act for their cultural heritage value according to the Statements of Significance which include a description of heritage attributes found in Attachments 1, 2 and 3.

The subject properties are located in the northwest quadrant of Huntley and Isabella Streets in the North St. James Town neighbourhood. A location map and current photographs of the heritage properties are found in Attachment 2.

The subject properties at 30 and 32 Huntley Street were included on the City of Toronto's Heritage Register on August 18, 1976. City Council also included the subject properties at 38 and 40 Huntley Street and 122 and 124 Isabella Street on May 6, 1991.

The properties at 30, 32, 38 and 40 Huntley Street comprise two pairs of semi-detached residences that appear as two single residences. Designed in the Second Empire style, each pair features a mirrored design with buff brick cladding and a Mansard roof with ornate wooden dormers, brackets, and cornice and a modest kitchen wing at the rear. 30-32 Huntley Street also features a two-storey front porch and slate cladding on the Mansard roof.

Staff have determined that the properties at 30,32, 38 and 40 Huntley Street have cultural heritage value and meet 3 of the Ontario Regulation 9/06 criteria prescribed for municipal designation under Part IV, Section 29 of the Ontario Heritage Act.

The properties at 122 and 124 Isabella Street are a pair of semi-detached residences designed by the prominent architectural partnership of Chadwick & Beckett to appear as a single residence. The properties feature brick and half-timber stucco cladding, two-storey bays, and a complicated roofline with prominent cross gables and chimneys.

Staff have determined that the properties at 122 and 124 Isabella Street have cultural heritage value and meet 4 of the Ontario Regulation 9/06 criteria prescribed for municipal designation under Part IV, Section 29 of the Ontario Heritage Act. A property may be designated under Part IV, Section 29 of the Ontario Heritage Act, if it meets two or more of the nine criteria.

On December 17, 2025, the City received Official Plan Amendment, Zoning By-law Amendment, and Site Plan Control applications related to the proposed redevelopment of the subject properties at 30, 32, 38 and 40 Huntley Street, and 122 and 124 Isabella Street. The proposed redevelopment includes the construction of two buildings, with heights of 56 and 60 storeys and approximately 1,362 dwelling units. The proposal retains portions of the existing buildings at 30, 32, 38, and 40 Huntley Street, and 122-124 Isabella Street.

The properties are subject to a Prescribed Event. A notice of complete application was issued on January 15, 2026. The owner provided a waiver to extend the time period for Council to make a decision which expires on July 1, 2026. In order to meet prescribed timelines under the Ontario Heritage Act, Council must make a decision at its May 20, 2026 meeting to provide sufficient time for the City Clerk to issue a notice of intention to designate.

The Planning and Housing Committee recommends that:

1. In consideration of the objection made under subsection 27(7) of the Ontario Heritage Act, City Council continue to include the property at 1767 Bayview Avenue on the City of Toronto's Heritage Register.

2. In consideration of the objection made under subsection 27(7) of the Ontario Heritage Act, City Council continue to include the property at 1773 Bayview Avenue on the City of Toronto's Heritage Register.

3. In consideration of the objection made under subsection 27(7) of the Ontario Heritage Act, City Council continue to include the property at 73 Niagara Street on the City of Toronto's Heritage Register.

This report responds to notices of objection received by the City of Toronto under Section 27(7) of the Ontario Heritage Act (the "OHA") from property owners objecting to the inclusion of their properties on the City's Heritage Register. 

The OHA establishes a process whereby owners can object to a property's listing on the Heritage Register and, should they do so, a subsequent decision on the listing must be made by the municipality. Owners can object to listings at any time.  In the third and fourth quarter of 2025, the City received a notice from each of three property owners objecting to the inclusion of their properties on the Heritage Register for the following addresses:

- 1767 Bayview Avenue

- 1773 Bayview Avenue

- 73 Niagara Street

On December 18, 2024, City Council adopted Item 2024.NY19.12 which included a grouping of similar and related properties at 1747, 1751, 1759, 1763, 1767, 1771, 1773, and 1775 Bayview Avenue on the City's Heritage Register. Located on the east side of Bayview Avenue between Eglinton Avenue East and Parkhurst Boulevard, in the Leaside-Bennington neighbourhood, the properties at 1767 and 1773 Bayview Avenue contain two-storey, residential apartment buildings constructed in the mid-1930s.

On December 17-18, 2019, City Council adopted Item 2019.TE11.10 which included the properties at 55-73 and 79-87 Niagara Street on the City's Heritage Register. Located in the South Niagara District neighbourhood on the south side of Niagara Street between Tecumseth Street and Bathurst Street, the property at 73 Niagara Street contains a two-storey, Victorian-era brick row house.

Chapter 103 of the Toronto Municipal Code sets out the process for Council consideration of objections to properties included on the Heritage Register. City Council must be made aware of such objections on a routine basis so that they may consider the matter and render a final decision. Once Council has decided on the objection, the OHA requires that the owner of the property must be notified of Council's decision within 90 days. Council's decision on objections to listing is final and is not subject to appeal.

Following a review of the objections to listing submitted for 1767 and 1773 Bayview Avenue and 73 Niagara Street, staff are of the opinion that the subject properties hold cultural heritage value. Staff recommend that Council continue to include these properties on the Heritage Register.

At its meeting on April 27, 2026 the Toronto Preservation Board considered Item PB43.3 and made recommendations to City Council.

Summary from the report (April 3, 2026) from the Senior Manager, Heritage Planning, Urban Design, City Planning:

This report responds to notices of objection received by the City of Toronto under Section 27(7) of the Ontario Heritage Act (the "OHA") from property owners objecting to the inclusion of their properties on the City's Heritage Register.

The OHA establishes a process whereby owners can object to a property's listing on the Heritage Register and, should they do so, a subsequent decision on the listing must be made by the municipality. Owners can object to listings at any time. In the third and fourth quarter of 2025, the City received a notice from each of three property owners objecting to the inclusion of their properties on the Heritage Register for the following addresses:

- 1767 Bayview Avenue

- 1773 Bayview Avenue

- 73 Niagara Street

On December 18, 2024, City Council adopted Item 2024.NY19.12 which included a grouping of similar and related properties at 1747, 1751, 1759, 1763, 1767, 1771, 1773, and 1775 Bayview Avenue on the City's Heritage Register. Located on the east side of Bayview Avenue between Eglinton Avenue East and Parkhurst Boulevard, in the Leaside-Bennington neighbourhood, the properties at 1767 and 1773 Bayview Avenue contain two-storey, residential apartment buildings constructed in the mid-1930s.

On December 17-18, 2019, City Council adopted Item 2019.TE11.10 which included the properties at 55-73 and 79-87 Niagara Street on the City's Heritage Register. Located in the South Niagara District neighbourhood on the south side of Niagara Street between Tecumseth Street and Bathurst Street, the property at 73 Niagara Street contains a two-storey, Victorian-era brick row house.

Chapter 103 of the Toronto Municipal Code sets out the process for Council consideration of objections to properties included on the Heritage Register. City Council must be made aware of such objections on a routine basis so that they may consider the matter and render a final decision. Once Council has decided on the objection, the OHA requires that the owner of the property must be notified of Council's decision within 90 days. Council's decision on objections to listing is final and is not subject to appeal.

Following a review of the objections to listing submitted for 1767 and 1773 Bayview Avenue and 73 Niagara Street, staff are of the opinion that the subject properties hold cultural heritage value. Staff recommend that Council continue to include these properties on the Heritage Register.

The Etobicoke York Community Council recommends that:

1. City Council amend City of Toronto Zoning By-law 569-2013 for the lands municipally known as 750 Queen's Plate Drive substantially in accordance with the draft Zoning By-law Amendment included as Attachment 5 to the report (April 14, 2026) from the Director, Community Planning, Etobicoke York 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. Before introducing the necessary Bills to City Council for enactment, City Council require that the owner:

a. Submit to the Director, Engineering Review, Development Review for review and acceptance, a Functional Servicing Report to determine the storm water runoff, sanitary flow and water supply demand resulting from this development and whether there is adequate capacity in the existing municipal infrastructure to accommodate the proposed development; and

b. Make satisfactory arrangements with Engineering Review, Development Review and enter into the appropriate agreement with the City, which may include entering into an appropriate agreement with the City, for the design and 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 accepted Functional Servicing Report accepted by the Director, Engineering Review, Development Review.

The Etobicoke York Community Council held a statutory public meeting on April 29, 2026 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 17-storey (54.8 metres, including the mechanical penthouse) residential building with a gross floor area (GFA) of 11,925 square metres.

The Etobicoke York Community Council forwards the item to City Council without recommendation, as the motion to adopt the item lost.

The Etobicoke York Community Council held a statutory public meeting on April 29, 2026 and notice was given in accordance with the Planning Act.

This Report recommends approval of the application to amend the Official Plan and Zoning By-law at 2 to 4 Mendota Road to permit a 4-storey (14.63 metre) self-storage building with a gross floor area of 11,155 square metres, 31 at-grade parking spaces and 3 truck loading bays.

The Etobicoke York Community Council recommends that:

1. City Council direct the City Solicitor and appropriate City Staff to attend the Ontario Land Tribunal in opposition to the current application regarding the Zoning By-law Amendment Application appeal for the lands municipally known as 2915, 2917, 2939, 2941 and 2943 Bloor Street West and to continue discussions with the applicant in an attempt to resolve outstanding issues.

2. City Council authorize the City Solicitor and City Staff to take any necessary steps to implement City Council's decision, including requesting any conditions of approval that would be in the City's interest, in the event the Ontario Land Tribunal allows the appeal, in whole or in part.

On October 1, 2025, the City received an application to amend the Zoning By-law to permit a 29-storey mixed-use building, containing 423 dwelling units, including 7 rental replacement units, and 1,024 square metres of non-residential space at 2915, 2917, 2939, 2941 and 2943 Bloor Street West.

On February 13, 2026, the applicant appealed the Zoning By-law Amendment application to the Ontario Land Tribunal (“OLT”) citing City Council’s failure to make a decision within the time frame in the Planning Act. A Case Management Conference at the OLT is scheduled for April 28, 2026.

This Report recommends that the City Solicitor with the appropriate City Staff attend the OLT hearing to oppose the application in its current form and to continue discussions with the applicant to resolve any outstanding issues.

The Etobicoke York Community Council recommends that:

1. City Council authorize the installation of a pedestrian crossover on Maple Leaf Drive at a point approximately 260 metres east of Jane Street.

2. City Council designate a Community Safety Zone to be in effect at all times on both sides of Falstaff Avenue, between Fleetwood Avenue and Culford Road.

3. Subject to the approval of Recommendation 2, City Council rescind the existing Community Safety Zone regulation, in effect at all times, on both sides of Bannerman Street, between Grovedale Avenue and Rustic Road.

4. Subject to the approval of Recommendation 2, City Council amend the existing Community Safety Zone regulation, in effect at all times on both sides Rustic Road, between Culford Road and Keele Street, to be in effect between Culford Road and Bannerman Street.

This staff report is about a matter that Etobicoke York Community Council does not have delegated authority from City Council to make a final decision.

City Council approval is required for the changes recommended in this report including authorization to designate Community Safety Zones and to install a pedestrian crossover on a street where Toronto Transit Commission (TTC) operates a transit route.

This report is a companion to a report entitled 'Maple Leaf and Rustic Neighbourhood Streets Plan" which documents the all the findings of the Maple Leaf and Rustic Streets Plan study and recommended changes for which authority has been delegated to Etobicoke York Community Council. The Streets Plan assessed existing conditions, engaged with the public and community organizations, and proposed appropriate changes to neighbourhood streets.

This report is a summary of the recommendations from the Streets Plan that require City Council authority.

The Etobicoke York Community Council recommends that:

1. City Council authorize the installation of a temporary Traffic Control Signal on Highway 27 and Mars Road to be in-operation from July 1, 2026 to June 30, 2027, inclusive.

2. City Council prohibit southbound left-turns at all times at the intersection of Royalcrest Road and Highway 27.

3. City Council prohibit northbound right-turns at all times at the intersection of Royalcrest Road and Highway 27.

4. City Council prohibit westbound left-turns at all times at the intersection of Royalcrest Road and Highway 27.

5. City Council prohibit westbound right-turns at all times at the intersection of Royalcrest Road and Highway 27.

6. City Council authorize a compulsory stop control for northbound and southbound traffic at the intersection of Baywood Road and Mars Road.

7. City Council rescind the existing no parking anytime on the west side of Baywood Road, between Royalcrest Road and Mars Road.

8. City Council rescind the existing no parking in effect 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday to Friday on the east side of Baywood Road, between Royalcrest Road and Mars Road.

9. City Council prohibit stopping at all times on both sides of Baywood Road, between Royalcrest Road and Mars Road.

10. City Council direct that Royalcrest Road, Baywood Road, Mars Road, and Highway 27 be returned to its pre-construction traffic and parking regulations (except with parking rates and hours of operation being consistent to the rates and hours of operation at the time of completion) when the project is complete.

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

GHD Group, on behalf of the City of Toronto’s Engineering and Construction Services, is undertaking the replacement of a structural culvert located on Royalcrest Road, approximately 40 metres east of Highway 27. To facilitate the replacement work, Royalcrest Road will be fully closed between Highway 27 and a point 50 metres east. As a result of the road closure, the existing traffic control signal at the intersection of Royalcrest Road and Highway 27 will be deactivated, and vehicular traffic will be detoured through the intersection of Mars Road and Highway 27, located approximately 400 metres to the south. To ensure safe and efficient right-of-way control along the detour route, the installation of a temporary traffic control signal at Mars Road and Highway 27, along with additional stop sign controls for northbound and southbound approaches at the intersection of Baywood Road and Mars Road, will be required.

Transportation Services is requesting authorization for the following actions:

- Installation of temporary traffic control signals at the intersection of Mars Road and Highway 27;

- Compulsory stop control for northbound and southbound traffic on Baywood Road at Mars Road;

- Prohibit southbound left-turns, northbound right-turns, westbound left-turns, and westbound right-turns at the intersection of Highway 27 and Royalcrest Road, and;

- Prohibit stopping at all times on both sides of Baywood Road, between Royalcrest Road to Mars Road.

The above traffic control measures are required for a period of 12 months from July 1, 2026 to June 30, 2027 to accommodate construction staging operation for the project.

Once the culvert replacement is complete, all temporary measures will be removed and Highway 27, Royalcrest Road, Mars Road, and Baywood Road will be returned to pre-construction traffic and parking regulations.

The Etobicoke York Community Council recommends that:  

1. City Council designate an on-street electric vehicle charging station parking area at the following location:

a. Lake Shore Boulevard West, south side, from a point 18 metres west of Thirty First Street and a point 7 metres further west (2 angled spaces)

for the exclusive use of electric vehicles and amend City of Toronto Municipal Code Chapter 910, Parking Machines, Parking Meters and Mobile Only Zones and Chapter 950, Traffic and Parking, as generally described in Attachment 2 of this report (April 13, 2026).

2. City Council rescind the designated on-street electric vehicle charging station parking area at the following location:

a. Weston Road, west side, from a point 31.2 metres south of King Street Crescent and a point 6 metres further south.

This report outlines the parking by-law amendments required to implement one (1) Electric Vehicle (EV) charging location on Lake Shore Boulevard West, for the roll out of two (2) charging stations. This location has been reviewed and supported by the local Councillor.

Additionally, the Toronto Parking Authority has permanently removed the on-street EV charger at 2000 Weston Road to accommodate a new transit shelter; accordingly, the existing parking by-law for this location should be rescinded.

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

North York Community Council recommends that:

1. City Council refuse the application for Zoning By-law Amendment (Application Number 25 211052 NNY 16 OZ) for the lands municipally known as 8 Parmbelle Crescent for the reasons identified in the Report (April 13, 2026) from the Director, Community Planning, North York District.

2. City Council authorize the City Solicitor, together with appropriate City Staff, to appear before the Ontario Land Tribunal in support of City Council’s decision to refuse the application, in the event that the decision is appealed to the Ontario Land Tribunal.

3. City Council authorize the City Solicitor and other appropriate City Staff to take any necessary steps to implement City Council's decision, including requesting any conditions of approval that would be in the City's interest, in the event an appeal of Council's decision is allowed by the Ontario Land Tribunal, in whole or in part.

This Report recommends refusal of the application to amend the Zoning By-law to permit four three-storey (11.5 metres) townhouse dwelling units with one parking space within an integral garage for each unit at 8 Parmbelle Crescent.

The proposal does not conform with the Toronto Official Plan (2024), as it fails to respect and reinforce the existing character of the Neighbourhoods designation.

North York Community Council recommends that:

1. City Council adopt Official Plan Amendment 902 (OPA 902) substantially in accordance with Attachment 3 to the report (April 13, 2026) from the Director, Community Planning, North York District.

 2. City Council direct staff to use the Official Plan Amendment 902 found at Attachment 3 to the report (April 13, 2026) from the Director, Community Planning, North York District in the evaluation of all current and new development applications in the Study Area.

3. City Council authorize the City Solicitor to make such stylistic and technical changes to the Official Plan Amendment 902 as may required.

4. City Council direct the Chief Planner and Executive Director, City Planning Division and the Executive Director, Development Review, in consultation with other City Divisions as necessary, to report back to North York Community Council with Streetscape Guidelines for the study area.

5. City Council direct staff to use the Wynford-Concorde Mobility Strategy, as contained in Attachment 5 to the report (April 13, 2026) from the Director, Community Planning, North York District, in the evaluation of all new development applications in the study area.

The North York Community Council held a statutory public meeting on April 29, 2026, and notice was given in accordance with the Planning Act, RSO 1990.

The report recommends that City Council adopt the Official Plan Amendment 902 (SASP 932) for the Wynford-Concorde Focused Area Study. Official Plan Amendment 902 is the outcome of the Wynford-Concorde Focused Area Study, which is a multi-phased process officially launched in 2023. 

The goal of the Wynford-Concorde Focused Area Study is to develop a planning framework that focuses on an enhanced public realm and streetscape integrated with a multi-modal transportation network intended to serve the existing community and future residential and employment populations of the area that are anticipated to grow as a result of higher order transit being introduced to the area. The Eglinton Crosstown Light Rail Transit began service in February 2026 with three stops in the study area, and the Ontario Line subway that is now under construction will terminate at the Don Valley Station in the area. The anticipated “big moves” for the study area are, enhanced sidewalk widenings and bikeways, greening and tree planting, landscaping, and lighting; the addition of street furniture; key intersection improvements; the introduction of mobility hubs; and potential new parks.

The policies contained within the Site and Area Specific Policies (SASP) are intended to guide change through improved connections and sustainability, enabling the area to become a transit-supportive pedestrian-oriented community with an enhanced public realm, while maintaining automobile access. The Site and Area Specific Policies contained within Official Plan Amendment 902 provides a framework for public realm, streetscape and mobility for the study area.

Official Plan Amendment 902 is consistent with the Provincial Planning Statement (2024)(PPS 2024) and conforms with the Official Plan.

North York Community Council:

1. Forwarded the item to City Council without recommendations.

The North York Community Council held a statutory public meeting on April 29, 2026, and notice was given in accordance with the Planning Act, RSO 1990.

This application proposes to amend the Official Plan and zoning by-law to permit a 7-storey (24.0 metres including mechanical space) mixed-use apartment building at 179-181 Finch Avenue East. The proposed building would have a total gross floor area of 3,806.6 square metres including 40 square metres of retail space, 40 residential dwelling units and 22 vehicular parking spaces. The proposal also includes 101 square metres of outdoor amenity space and 348 square metres of indoor amenity space.

The proposed development is consistent with the Provincial Planning Statement (2024). It will provide housing options in an appropriate built form, intensifying an underutilized site along a major street in a way that is transit supportive and respectful of both the existing and planned context.

A Hold is being proposed for the Zoning by-law in order to address various matters identified by Engineering Review.

North York Community Council recommends that:

1. City Council amend the City of Toronto Zoning By-law 569-2013 substantially-in-accordance with the draft Zoning By-law Amendments in Attachment 1 to the report (April 13, 2026) from the Director, Transportation Planning, for the lands at:

- 5760 Yonge Street

- 6600 Yonge Street

- 6369 Yonge Street

- 6991 Yonge Street

- 6995 Yonge Street

- 1 Steeles Avenue East

- 7 Steeles Avenue East

- 9 Steeles Avenue East

- 11 Steeles Avenue East

- 13 Steeles Avenue East

- 15 Steeles Avenue East

- 19 Steeles Avenue East

- 25 Steeles Avenue East

- 27 Steeles Avenue East

- 31 Steeles Avenue

- 33 Steeles Avenue

- 35 Steeles Avenue

- 8 Nipigon Avenue

- 10 Nipigon Avenue

- 14 Nipigon Avenue

- 26 Nipigon Avenue

- 28 Nipigon Avenue

- 30 Nipigon Avenue

- 32 Nipigon Avenue

- 34 Nipigon Avenue

- 36 Nipigon Avenue

- 38 Nipigon Avenue

- 843 Don Mills Road

- Unaddressed lands south of 235 and 255 Wicksteed Avenue and north of existing hydro corridor.

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

The North York Community Council held a statutory public meeting on April 29, 2026, and notice was given in accordance with the Planning Act, RSO 1990.

This report proposes City-initiated Zoning By-law amendments to facilitate the delivery of the Yonge North Subway Extension (YNSE) and Ontario Line (OL) projects. The purpose of these amendments is to provide relief from certain zoning provisions related to transportation uses for lands to be acquired by Metrolinx to accommodate Yonge North Subway Extension and Ontario Line project elements.

The Zoning By-law amendments enable the construction of transit facilities such as traction power substations, transit station entrance buildings and temporary facilities required for construction, where existing zoning either does not permit transit uses or the regulations are not optimized to accommodate the unique requirements of major public transit projects.

The amendments would apply to transportation uses only and are consistent with Official Plan policies and zoning, and none of the proposed amendments affect zoning permissions on abutting lands, nor will the amendments impact other uses permitted on properties affected by the amendments.

North York Community Council recommends that:

1. City Council classify the lands municipally known as 3140, 3150 and 3170 Dufferin Street and 60 and 68 Apex Road as a Class 4 Noise Area pursuant to Publication NPC-300 (Ministry of Environment, Conservation and Parks Environmental Noise Guideline - Stationary and Transportation Sources - Approval and Planning) shown as Attachment 1 to the report (April 9, 2026) from the Director, Community Planning, North York District.

2. City Council forward its decision on this classification to the Ministry of Environment, Conservation and Parks.

This Report recommends that City Council classify the lands at 3140, 3150 and 3170 Dufferin Street and 60 and 68 Apex Road as a Class 4 Area under relevant provincial noise guidelines administered by the Ministry of Environment, Conservation and Parks (MECP) to implement an approved mixed use development comprised of two buildings with four residential towers and non-residential space at-grade.

A Class 4 Area classification allows for higher daytime and nighttime sound level limits than would otherwise be permitted in relation to a noise sensitive land use such as residential dwellings and associated outdoor living areas. The impact of such higher levels is mitigated by specified noise control measures.

A Noise and Vibration Impact Study prepared in support of the development of the lands at 3140, 3150 and 3170 Dufferin Street and 60 and 68 Apex Road confirms that the development can be appropriately considered for a Class 4 Area classification. This Study has been peer reviewed by a consultant retained on behalf of the City, who agrees that this site is a candidate for Class 4 Area classification.

A Class 4 Area classification endorsed by City Council resolution would allow for existing industrial or commercial operations close to the subject site to use this noise classification and sound level limits in applications for required provincial approvals including operation certificates.

North York Community Council recommends that:

1. City Council classify the lands municipally known as 3180 Dufferin Street as a Class 4 Noise Area pursuant to Publication NPC-300 (Ministry of Environment, Conservation and Parks Environmental Noise Guideline - Stationary and Transportation Sources - Approval and Planning) shown as Attachment 1 to the report (April 9, 2026) from the Director, Community Planning, North York District.

2. City Council forward its decision on this classification to the Ministry of Environment, Conservation and Parks.

This Report recommends that City Council classify the lands at 3180 Dufferin Street as a Class 4 Area under relevant provincial noise guidelines administered by the Ministry of Environment, Conservation and Parks (MECP) to implement an approved mixed use development comprised of two buildings with four residential towers and non-residential space at-grade.

A Class 4 Area classification allows for higher daytime and nighttime sound level limits than would otherwise be permitted in relation to a noise sensitive land use such as residential dwellings and associated outdoor living areas. The impact of such higher levels is mitigated by specified noise control measures.

A Noise and Vibration Impact Study prepared in support of the development of the lands at 3180 Dufferin Street confirms that the development can be appropriately considered for a Class 4 Area classification. This Study has been peer reviewed by a consultant retained on behalf of the City, who agrees that this site is a candidate for Class 4 Area classification.

A Class 4 Area classification endorsed by City Council resolution would allow for existing industrial or commercial operations close to the subject site to use this noise classification and sound level limits in applications for required provincial approvals including operation certificates.

North York Community Council recommends that:   

1. City Council authorize the installation of a Pedestrian Crossover on Van Horne Avenue, at a point approximately 55 metres east of Deerford Road.

2. City Council authorize the installation of a Midblock Pedestrian Signal on Don Mills Road West, at a point approximately 135 metres north of Esterbrooke Avenue.

3. City Council authorize the installation of a Pedestrian Crossover at the left-turn channel on Don Mills Road West, at a point approximately 75 metres south of Van Horne Avenue.

In consultation with the local community, City staff developed a Neighbourhood Streets Plan for The Peanut neighbourhood. The plan investigated issues related to traffic, road safety, and active transportation. A report titled The Peanut Streets Plan, dated April 29, 2026, that details the recommendations in the plan has been submitted to the North York Community Council.

As part of The Peanut Streets Plan, protected pedestrian crossings are recommended at two locations on Don Mills Road and one location on Van Horne Avenue. As the Toronto Transit Commission (TTC) operates transit service on Van Horne Avenue and Don Mills Road, City Council approval of recommended changes on these streets is required.

North York Community Council recommends that:

1. City Council authorize amendments to parking and traffic regulations as set out in Attachment 2 to the report (April 20, 2026) from the Acting Deputy General Manager, Transportation Services.

2. City Council direct the General Manager, Transportation Services and the Toronto Transit Commission ensure clear, effective signage for the extended queue-jump lane on Lawrence Avenue West at Marlee Avenue.

3. City Council direct the General Manager, Transportation Services and the Toronto Transit Commission to monitor effectiveness of the extended queue jump lane on Lawrence Avenue West at Marlee Avenue for period of six months and update the local Councillor in first quarter of 2027.

The delay in staff submitting the report was at my request so that the Transportation Services recommendation for an eastbound queue-jump lane (QJL) on Lawrence Avenue West could be reviewed by the Marlee - Glencairn Study team in context with those plans for additional, future traffic congestion mitigation strategies.

Given that additional review, there is confidence that the proposed queue-jump lane will not only have the potential to improve operational efficiency at this very congested intersection but, will not create any adverse effect on future plans including the possible closure of the southbound Allen Road on ramp.

Summary from the Report (April 20, 2026) from the Acting Deputy General Manager, Transportation Services:

As the Toronto Transit Commission (TTC) operates bus service on Lawrence Avenue West, City Council approval of this report is required.

Transportation Services is requesting approval, on behalf of the TTC, to alter Lawrence Avenue West from the east side of Blossomfield Drive to the west side of Marlee Avenue (135 metres), to provide an eastbound queue-jump lane (QJL) for TTC buses. This action will also extend the current eastbound lane for right-turning vehicle traffic.

The queue-jump lane on Lawrence Avenue West will improve service reliability and travel times by allowing TTC vehicles (327 daily eastbound trips) to bypass general traffic at the intersection of Lawrence Avenue West and Marlee Avenue. The proposal is supported by the City’s and TTC’s established criteria for queue-jump lane warrants.

The proposed modifications do not require any road widening. The queue-jump lane can be accommodated by adjusting pavement markings, the lengths of existing turn lanes, and hatched areas, in line with the City’s lane width guidelines, and is not anticipated to negatively impact operations at the Lawrence Avenue West and Marlee Avenue intersection. As per the City’s and TTC’s practice, the queue-jump lane would be identified by signage and red pavement marking.

The Scarborough Community Council recommends that: 

1. City Council refuse the request to amend the City’s Official Plan and the application to amend Zoning By-law 569-2013 to permit the proposed development at 3307 and 3313 Ellesmere Road.

2. In the event of an appeal to the Ontario Land Tribunal, City Council direct the City Solicitor to attend the hearing of the appeal in respect of the refusal of City Council’s request to amend the Official Plan and the application to amend Zoning By-law 569-2013 to permit the proposed development at 3307 and 3313 Ellesmere Road to oppose the appeal.

3. In the event of an appeal to the Ontario Land Tribunal, City Council authorize the City Solicitor to retain external consultants to provide expert opinion evidence in support of City Council’s refusal of the request to amend the Official Plan and the application to amend the Zoning By-law 569-2013 to permit the proposed development at 3307 and 3313 Ellesmere Road.

The Scarborough Community Council held a statutory public meeting on April 30, 2026 and notice was given in accordance with the Planning Act.

This report reviews and recommends approval of the applications to amend the Official Plan and Zoning By-law to permit a 11-storey mixed-use building at 3307 and 3313 Ellesmere Road. The proposed Official Plan Amendment  redesignates the property from Neighbourhoods to Mixed Use Areas to facilitate the proposed development and would introduce a new Site and Area Specific Policy within the Highland Creek Community Secondary Plan. The proposed Zoning By-law amendment would permit the construction of the 18,049 square metre building  consisting of 17,903 square metres of residential gross floor area (180 residential units) and 146 square metres of non-residential gross floor area. This would result in a floor space index (FSI) of 4.93 times the area of the lot.

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 Director, Engineering Review, Development Review.

The proposed development is consistent with the Provincial Planning Statement 2024 (PPS 2024) and conforms to the City's Official Plan. The proposal will intensify an underutilized site along a Major Street and Avenue that is well served by both surface transit and emerging higher order transit networks through the Eglinton East Light Rail (EELRT) and Durham-Scarborough Bus Rapid Transit (DSBRT) lines.

The Scarborough Community Council recommends that: 

1. City Council refuse the application to amend Zoning By-law 569-2013 to permit the proposed development at 3718 and 3730 Kingston Road.

2. In the event of an appeal to the Ontario Land Tribunal, City Council direct the City Solicitor to attend the hearing of the appeal in respect of City Council’s refusal of the application to amend Zoning By-law 569-2013 to permit the proposed development at 3718 and 3730 Kingston Road to oppose the appeal.

3. In the event of an appeal to the Ontario Land Tribunal, City Council authorize the City Solicitor to retain external consultants to provide expert opinion evidence in support of City Council’s refusal of the application to amend Zoning By-law 569-2013 to permit the proposed development at 3718 and 3730 Kingston Road.

The Scarborough Community Council held a statutory public meeting on April 30, 2026 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 a 24-storey mixed-use building with a 7-storey podium at 3718 and 3730 Kingston Road. A total gross floor area of 30,905 square metres is proposed, consisting of 30,233 square metres of residential gross floor area (419 residential units) and 672 square metres of non-residential gross floor area resulting in a floor space index (FSI) of 5.25 times the area of the lot.

The proposed development is consistent with the Provincial Planning Statement 2024 (PPS 2024) and conforms to the City's Official Plan. The proposal will intensify an underutilized site along an Avenue that is well served by both surface transit and emerging higher order transit networks through the Eglinton East Light Rail (EELRT).

This report reviews and recommends approval of the application to amend the Zoning By-law.

The Scarborough Community Council recommends that:

1. City Council amend the Official Plan for the lands municipally known as 1710 and 1712 Ellesmere Road substantially in accordance with the draft Official Plan Amendment included as Attachment 6 to the report (April 14, 2026) from the Director, Community Planning, Scarborough District.

2. City Council amend City of Toronto Zoning By-law 569-2013 for the lands municipally known as 1710 and 1712 Ellesmere Road substantially in accordance with the draft Zoning By-law Amendment included as Attachment 7 to the report (April 14, 2026) from the Director, Community Planning, Scarborough District.

3. City Council approve that, in accordance with Section 42 of the Planning Act:

a. the Owner shall convey to the City an on-site parkland dedication having a minimum size of 1,613 square metres comprised of:

1. on-site parkland having a minimum area of 853.8 square metres, identified as “Park Block 4A” on the Draft Plan of Subdivision (Attachment 15) attached to the report (April 14, 2026) from the Director, Community Planning, Scarborough District (the “Draft Plan of Subdivision”); and

2. on-site parkland generally having an area of 806.3 square metres, identified as “Park Block 4B” on the Draft Plan of Subdivision;

b. the required parkland dedications, being Park Block 4A and Park Block 4B, shall be provided in a manner that will facilitate the creation of one contiguous public park, substantially in accordance with the Draft Plan of Subdivision and draft Official Plan Amendment included as Attachment 6 to the report (April 14, 2026) from the Director, Community Planning, Scarborough District;

c. prior to the issuance of the first above-grade building permit for any building within the development, that is subject to a requirement to convey parkland under Section 42 of the Planning Act, the Owner shall:

1. convey Park Block 4A to the City; and

2. register, in priority, a Section 118 Restriction under the Land Titles Act on title to Park Block 4B, prohibiting any transfer, charge or encumbrance without prior written consent of the Executive Director, Development Review, to the satisfaction of the City Solicitor;

d. prior to the issuance of the first above-grade building permit for each subsequent building within the development, that is subject to a requirement to convey parkland under Section 42 of the Planning Act, the Owner shall provide financial security, as required, to temporarily secure any outstanding parkland dedication requirements associated with that building; and

e. prior to the earlier of first residential occupancy or condominium registration for Tower D, being the building located in the western part of Block 2 on the Draft Plan of Subdivision, the Owner shall convey Park Block 4B to the City;

all to the satisfaction of the Executive Director, Development Review, and the City Solicitor.

4. City Council direct that the financial securities required in Recommendation 3.d. above:

a. shall be in amounts appraised by the Executive Director, Corporate and Real Estate Management;

b. shall not be released until Park Block 4B is conveyed to the City in a manner satisfactory to the Executive Director, Development Review;

c. shall be provided in a form satisfactory to the City; and

d. shall be indexed upwardly from the date the financial security is provided until conveyance of Park Block 4B to the City, in accordance with the appropriate Statistics Canada index for the Toronto Census Metropolitan Area, to the satisfaction of the Executive Director, Development Review.

5. City Council approve the acceptance of on-site parkland dedications, 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 encumbrance is deemed acceptable by the Executive Director, Development Review, 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 Executive Director, Development Review, and the Executive Director, Corporate Real Estate Management.

6. 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.

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

8. City Council request the Executive Director, Development Review, in consultation with the local Ward Councillor and other relevant staff, to work with the Owner to explore the feasibility of an in-kind community benefit package pursuant to Section 37(6) of the Planning Act, that may include the provision of public art, and to report back to City Council for further instruction on any offer of in-kind community benefits made by the Owner.

9. In accordance with the delegated approval under Section 415-16 of the Toronto Municipal Code, as amended, City Council be advised that the Executive Director, Development Review intends to approve the Draft Plan of Subdivision as generally illustrated in Attachment 15 to the report (April 14, 2026) from the Director, Community Planning, Scarborough District, subject to:

a. draft approval conditions which, except as otherwise noted, must be fulfilled prior final approval and the release of the Plan of Subdivision for registration; and

b. any such revisions to the proposed subdivision plan or any such additional modified conditions as the Executive Director, Development Review may deem to be appropriate to address matters arising from the on-going technical review of this development.

The Scarborough Community Council held a statutory public meeting on April 30, 2026 and notice was given in accordance with the Planning Act.

This Report recommends approval of the applications to amend the Official Plan and Zoning By-law 569-2013 to permit the redevelopment of the lands municipally known as 1710 and 1712 Ellesmere Road.

The proposal would result in 2,328 dwelling units within five tall buildings ranging in height from 29 to 55 storeys, as well as 2,595 square metres of non-residential gross floor area (representing approximately 1.5% of the total gross floor area). The proposed total gross floor area of 169,273 square metres equates to a density of approximately 8.98 times the lot area.

In addition, the proposal includes the delivery of a new public park, to be constructed in two phases, and facilitates the construction of a new east-west public street through the site. The street is proposed to extend approximately 75 metres beyond the eastern property line through the Toronto Transit Commission McCowan Yard lands at 1720 Ellesmere Road and is intended to form part of a future connection extending north to Progress Avenue.

The proposed development is consistent with the Provincial Planning Statement (2024) and conforms to the City’s Official Plan. It advances key city-building objectives, including the provision of a mix of housing units, non-residential uses, new parkland, and the implementation of a public street network that will enhance connectivity and strengthen the existing local transportation system.

This Report reviews and recommends approval of the application to amend the Official Plan and Zoning By-law. This Report also advises that the Executive Director, Development Review, acting under delegated authority, intends to approve the Draft Plan of Subdivision necessary to advance the comprehensive redevelopment of the subject lands.

The Scarborough Community Council recommends that:

1. In accordance with the delegated approval under Section 415-16 of the Toronto Municipal Code, as amended, City Council be advised that the Executive Director, Development Review intends to approve the Draft Plan of Subdivision as generally illustrated in Attachment 3 to the report (April 14, 2026) from the Director, Community Planning, Scarborough District subject to:

a. draft approval conditions which must be fulfilled prior final approval and the release of the Plan of Subdivision for registration;

b. resolution of outstanding matters arising from the technical review of the application, as set out in the report (April 14, 2026) from the Director, Community Planning, Scarborough District, to the satisfaction of the Executive Director, Development Review or their designate; and

c. any such revisions to the proposed subdivision plan or any additional modified conditions as the Executive Director, Development Review or their designate may deem to be appropriate to address matters arising from the on-going technical review of this development.

The Scarborough Community Council held a statutory public meeting on April 30, 2026 and notice was given in accordance with the Planning Act.

The subject Draft Plan of Subdivision application proposes to create a total of three blocks which includes two residential development blocks and one block to be a new public road that will have a width of 20 metres. The new public road will extend Fort Dearborn Drive eastward between the two proposed residential development blocks to Kennedy Road.

This report advises that the Executive Director, Development Review or their designate, the Director of Community Planning, Scarborough intends to approve the Draft Plan of Subdivision, after outstanding matters arising from the technical review of the application, as set out in this report, have been addressed.

The proposed development is consistent with the Provincial Planning Statement (2024) (PPS (2024)). The proposed development also conforms to the City's Official Plan and Zoning By-law and has regard for the criteria in Section 51(24) of the Planning Act, subject to addressing outstanding matters from the ongoing technical review of the application.

The Scarborough Community Council forwards the item to City Council without recommendation.

The Scarborough Community Council held a statutory public meeting on April 30, 2026 and notice was given in accordance with the Planning Act.

This report clarifies the address of the subject site contained in the Revised Report and Attachments 1 to 6 and 8 to 10 from the Director, Community Planning, Scarborough District on 3130 and 3150 Danforth Avenue - Zoning By-law Amendment Application - Decision Report - Approval dated April 23, 2026, is incorrect. The correct address of the subject site is the lands municipally known as 3130 Danforth Avenue and should not include any reference to 3150 Danforth Avenue. Lands known municipally as 3150 Danforth Avenue do not form part of the subject site and is not subject to staff's recommendations.

This report recommends approval of the application to amend Zoning By-law 569-2013 for the site municipally known as 3130 Danforth Avenue, to permit the development of a 33-storey mixed use building. The proposal is comprised of a tower with a five storey podium, with limited surface parking and a two underground levels for vehicle and bicycle parking. The existing low rise commercial building would be demolished.

The Zoning By-law Amendment application is consistent with the Provincial Planning Statement (2024) and conforms to the City's Official Plan, including Site and Area Specific Policy 622 and Site and Area Specific Policy 120. This proposal allows for the intensification of the subject site, with a mix of residential and retail uses, that is appropriate for its location within a Protected Major Transit Station.

This report recommends approval of the application to amend Zoning By-law 569-2013 for the site municipally known as 3130 and 3150 Danforth Avenue, to permit the development of a 33-storey mixed use building. The proposal is comprised of a tower with a five storey podium, with limited surface parking and a two underground levels for vehicle and bicycle parking. The existing low rise commercial building would be demolished.

The Zoning By-law Amendment application is consistent with the Provincial Planning Statement (2024) and conforms to the City's Official Plan, including Site and Area Specific Policy 622 and Site and Area Specific Policy 120. This proposal allows for the intensification of the subject site, with a mix of residential and retail uses, that is appropriate for its location within a Protected Major Transit Station.

The Scarborough Community Council recommends that:

1. City Council refuse the application for Zoning Bylaw Amendment (Application No. 25 155135 ESC 20 OZ) for the lands municipally known as 614 Danforth Road for the reasons identified in the report (April 13, 2026) from the Director, Community Planning, Scarborough District.

2. City Council authorize the City Solicitor, together with appropriate City Staff, to appear before the Ontario Land Tribunal in support of City Council’s decision to refuse the application, in the event that the decision is appealed to the Ontario Land Tribunal.

3. In the event that the Ontario Land Tribunal allows the appeal in whole or in part, City Council instruct the City Solicitor to request the Ontario Land Tribunal to withhold its Order on the Zoning By-law Amendment until such time as the Ontario Land Tribunal has been advised by the City Solicitor that:

a. The final form and content of the draft Zoning By-law Amendment is satisfactory to the Executive Director, Development Review and the City Solicitor; and,

b. The owner has at its sole expense:

1. Submitted a revised Functional Servicing Report and Stormwater Management Report, Hydrogeological Review, including the Foundation Drainage Report ("Engineering Reports") to the satisfaction of the Director, Engineering Review, Development Review;

2. Secured the design and provided financial securities in respect of any upgrades or required improvements to the existing municipal infrastructure identified in the accepted Engineering Reports, to support the development, all to the satisfaction of the Director, Engineering Review and the General Manager, Toronto Water, should it be determined that improvements or upgrades are required to support the development, according to the Engineering Reports accepted by the Director, Engineering Review, Development Review, and the General Manager, Toronto Water; and,

3. Ensured that implementation of the accepted Engineering Reports does not require changes to the proposed amending By-law or that any required changes have been made to the proposed amending By-law to the satisfaction of the Director, Engineering Review, Development Review, and the City Solicitor, including the use of a Holding ("H") By-law symbol regarding any new municipal servicing infrastructure or upgrades to existing municipal servicing infrastructure, as may be required.

4. City Council authorize the City Solicitor and other appropriate City Staff to take any necessary steps to implement City Council's decision, including requesting any conditions of approval that would be in the City's interest, in the event an appeal of Council's decision is allowed by the Ontario Land Tribunal, in whole or in part.

This report reviews and recommends refusal of the application to amend the Zoning By-law to permit the development of a 33-storey mixed-use building at 614 Danforth Road. The proposed total gross floor area is 26,016 square metres with 380 residential units, including 322 square metres of non-residential gross floor area, resulting in a density of 12.1 times the lot area. A total of 82 vehicular parking spaces are proposed, located within three levels of underground parking.

The application is not consistent with the Provincial Planning Statement 2024 (PPS 2024) and fails to meet the applicable Official Plan policies. The proposed scale and massing of the 33-storey building represents an overdevelopment of the site in a way that is not contextually appropriate.

The Scarborough Community Council recommends that:

Kennedy Station Connection:

1. City Council amend Item 2024.SC18.12 by deleting the date “January 1, 2027” in Parts 18, 19, 20, 22, 23, and 24 and inserting the date “May 25, 2026” so that they now read as follows:

18. City Council approve the temporary closure of east Service Road (south side), between Eglinton Avenue East and a point 150 metres west, to both pedestrians and vehicular traffic from May 25, 2026 to December 31, 2030, inclusive, to facilitate the construction of the Scarborough Subway Extension project.

19. City Council authorize the temporary closure of the existing northerly westbound and southerly eastbound reserved lanes on Eglinton Avenue East, between Midland Avenue and a point 275 metres west of Midland Avenue, to vehicular traffic from May 25, 2026 to December 31, 2030.

20. City Council authorize the temporary closure of Eglinton Avenue East, between Midland Avenue and a point 143 metres west, to both pedestrians and vehicular traffic from May 25, 2026 to December 31, 2030, inclusive, to facilitate the construction of the Scarborough Subway Extension project.

22. City Council prohibit stopping at all times on both sides of Eglinton Avenue East diversion road, between Midland Avenue and a point 143 metres west, from May 25, 2026 to December 31, 2030, inclusive.

23. City Council designate a 40 km/h speed limit on Eglinton Avenue East diversion road, between Midland Avenue and a point 143 metres west, from May 25, 2026 to December 31, 2030, inclusive.

24. City Council designate a 40 km/h speed limit on Eglinton Avenue East, between a point 143 metres west of Midland Avenue and a point 132 metres further west, from May 25, 2026 to December 31, 2030, inclusive.

2. City Council authorize public highway designation and dedicate the lands, described as Parts 2, 3, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 11 and 12 on Reference Plan 66R-35006, being part of PIN 06493-0213 (LT) set out as Attachment 1 to the report (April 14, 2026) from the Acting Deputy General Manager, Transportation Services, to be known as “Midland Avenue Diversion Road,” to become effective upon the transfer to the City of the required interest in lands forming the diversion road and the registration of the highway dedication bylaw on those lands.

Emergency Exit Building 3:

3. City Council amend Item 2022.SC33.26 by deleting the date “September 30, 2027” in Parts 23, 24, 25, and 26 and inserting the date “December 31, 2030” so that they now read as follows:

23. City Council approve a temporary closure to vehicular traffic of one northbound and one southbound traffic lane on Danforth Road, between a point 15 metres north of Savarin Street and Thicketwood Drive, from April 1, 2024 to December 31, 2030, inclusive, for the purpose of construction of the Scarborough Subway Extension Emergency Exit Building.

24. City Council approve a temporary closure to vehicular traffic of the southbound curb lane on Danforth Road, between Thicketwood Drive to a point 90 metres north of Thicketwood Drive, from January 1, 2025 to December 31, 2030, inclusive, for the purpose of construction of the Scarborough Subway Extension Emergency Exit Building.

25. City Council prohibit the southbound left-turn and westbound left-turn movements at all times, at the intersection of Danforth Road and Thicketwood Drive, from April 1, 2024 to December 31, 2030, inclusive, for the purpose of construction of the Scarborough Subway Extension Emergency Exit Building.

26. City Council prohibit stopping at all times on the east and west sides of Danforth Road, between a point 15 metres north of Savarin Street and Thicketwood Drive, from April 1, 2024 to December 31, 2030, inclusive.

4. City Council authorize public highway designation and dedicate the lands, described as Parts 4, 7, 9 to 26, 28, 29, 32 to 34, 37, 38, and 42 on Reference Plan 66R-35021, being part of PIN 06355-0353 (LT) and PIN 06355-0352 (LT) set out as Attachment 2 to the report (April 14, 2026) from the Acting Deputy General Manager, Transportation Services, to be known as the “Danforth Road Diversion Road,” to become effective upon the transfer to the City of the required interest in lands forming the diversion road and the registration of the highway dedication bylaw on those lands.

Scarborough Centre Station:

5. City Council amend Item 2022.SC33.26 by deleting the date “June 30, 2025” in Parts 6 and 7 and inserting the date “May 31, 2027” so that they now read as follows:

6. City Council approve a temporary closure to vehicular traffic of Progress Avenue, between McCowan Road and Borough Drive, from March 1, 2024 to May 31, 2027, inclusive, for the purpose of construction of the Scarborough Subway Extension Scarborough Centre Station.

7. City Council approve a temporary closure to pedestrian traffic of the north and south sidewalks on Progress Avenue, between McCowan Road and Borough Drive, from March 1, 2024 to May 31, 2027, inclusive, for the purpose of construction of the Scarborough Subway Extension Scarborough Centre Station.

6. City Council designate a 40 km/h speed limit on McCowan Road, between a point 70 metres south of Triton Road and a point 280 metres north of Triton Road, from May 25, 2026 to December 31, 2030, inclusive, for the purpose of construction of the Scarborough Subway Extension Scarborough Centre Station.

7. City Council authorize public highway designation for the lands, described as Parts 1, 2, and 3 on Reference Plan 66R-35032, being part of PIN 06000-0188 (LT) set out as Attachment 3 to the report (April 14, 2026) from the Acting Deputy General Manager, Transportation Services, to be known as the “McCowan Road Diversion Road,” to become effective upon enactment and registration of the highway dedication by-law.

General:

8. City Council authorize the appropriate City officials to take all steps necessary to implement the proposed dedications referred in Recommendations 2, 4, and 7 above, including requesting the City solicitor to prepare and submit the relevant Bills and to pay any costs necessary to register the resultant by-laws, if required.

9. City Council authorize the Deputy General Manager, Transportation Services, to negotiate, enter into and execute an agreement with Metrolinx on terms and conditions satisfactory to the Deputy General Manager, Transportation Services, in relation to, among other things, the construction, maintenance, and warranty work of the diversion roads, as well as to negotiate, enter into and execute any necessary agreements and documents, and take steps and measures necessary, on behalf of the City, to temporarily exercise the City’s authority.

10. City Council authorize the General Manager, Transportation Services, in issuing any requisite permits to include additional permit terms and conditions as the General Manager, Transportation Services deems necessary and appropriate.

11. City Council authorize the appropriate City officials to submit directly to City Council at the appropriate time any necessary Bills to amend the appropriate City of Toronto Municipal Code and/or Chapters, and any Schedules to the Chapters, to reinstate the traffic and parking regulations to what they were immediately prior to the by-law amendments made in connection to the report (April 14, 2026) from the Deputy General Manager, Transportation Services.

12. City Council authorize the appropriate City officials to submit directly to City Council at the appropriate time any necessary Bills to amend the effective date of any dedication by-law(s) and/or traffic and parking by-law(s) made in connection to the report (April 14, 2026) from the Deputy General Manager, Transportation Services to, among other things, insert a specific effective date, in order to give effect to Recommendations 1 to 7, inclusive, above.

13. City Council authorize the City Solicitor to introduce the necessary Bills to give effect to City Council’s decision and City Council authorize the City Solicitor to make any necessary clarifications, refinements, minor modifications, technical amendments, or by-law amendments as may be identified by the City Solicitor or the General Manager, Transportation Services in order to give effect to Recommendations 1 to 12, inclusive, above.

This report seeks City Council approval for amendments to the timelines of previously approved temporary road closures and associated traffic by-laws, as well as temporary public highway designations required to support the next phase of construction of the Metrolinx Scarborough Subway Extension (SSE) – Stations, Rail and Systems (SRS) contract.

The SSE is advancing through concurrent tunnelling and station construction activities. As the SRS design has progressed, construction staging, sequencing, and schedules have been refined to reflect updated design requirements, utility coordination, constructability considerations, and traffic management needs. As a result, certain previously approved temporary road closures and traffic regulations now require time extensions or refinements to align with the updated construction program.

In addition, this report seeks City Council approval for temporary public highway designations where construction-related road diversions extend beyond the existing travelled portion of the municipal road right-of-way. These temporary designations are required to enable the City to regulate and operate the diversion roads during construction.

The proposed changes are primarily administrative in nature, reflecting updated construction sequencing and the need for temporary public highway designations, and do not materially alter the nature of traffic and access impacts previously considered by City Council. 

The Scarborough Community Council recommends that:

1. City Council approve the temporary closure of the northbound curb and median lanes on Birchmount Road, between Highview Avenue and Raleigh Avenue, from June 1, 2026 to August 31, 2028, inclusive, to accommodate east side reconstruction of the Birchmount Road bridge.

2. City Council approve the temporary closure of Highview Avenue at Birchmount Road, from June 1, 2026 to August 31, 2028, inclusive, to accommodate east side reconstruction of the Birchmount Road bridge.

3. City Council prohibit eastbound left-turn and northbound left-turn movements at the intersection of Birchmount Road and Mack Avenue, from June 1, 2026 to August 31, 2028, inclusive, to accommodate east side reconstruction of the Birchmount Road bridge.

4. City Council approve the temporary closure of the east sidewalk on Birchmount Road, between Highview Avenue and Raleigh Avenue, from June 1, 2026 to August 31, 2028, inclusive, to accommodate east side reconstruction of the Birchmount Road bridge.

5. City Council approve the temporary closure of the southbound curb and median lanes on Birchmount Road, between Highview Avenue and Mack Avenue, from September 1, 2028 to August 31, 2030, inclusive, to accommodate west side reconstruction of the Birchmount Road bridge.

6. City Council approve the temporary closure of Mack Avenue at Birchmount Road, from September 1, 2028 to August 31, 2030, inclusive, to accommodate west side reconstruction of the Birchmount Road bridge.

7. City Council prohibit the westbound left-turn and southbound left-turn movements at the intersection of Birchmount Road and Highview Avenue, from September 1, 2028 to August 31, 2030, inclusive, to accommodate west side reconstruction of the Birchmount Road bridge.

8. City Council approve the temporary closure of the west sidewalk on Birchmount Road, between Highview Avenue and Mack Avenue, from September 1, 2028 to August 31, 2030, inclusive, to accommodate west side reconstruction of the Birchmount Road bridge.

9. City Council authorize the installation of temporary traffic control signals on Birchmount Road, at a point 78 metres south of Highview Avenue, from June 1, 2026 to August 31, 2030, inclusive, to accommodate reconstruction of the Birchmount Road bridge.

10. City Council authorize the installation of temporary traffic control signals on Birchmount Road, at a point 97 metres north of Mack Avenue, from June 1, 2026 to August 31, 2030, inclusive, to accommodate reconstruction of the Birchmount Road bridge.

11. City Council approve the temporary closure of the northbound and southbound median lanes on Birchmount Road, between Highview Avenue and Raleigh Avenue, from September 1, 2030 to December 31, 2030, to accommodate reconstruction of the Birchmount Road bridge.

12. City Council prohibit stopping at all times on both sides of Birchmount Road, between Highview Avenue and Raleigh Avenue, from June 1, 2026 to December 31, 2030, inclusive, to accommodate reconstruction of the Birchmount Road bridge.

13. City Council prohibit the westbound left-turn and southbound left-turn movements at the intersection of Birchmount Road and Raleigh Avenue, from June 1, 2028 to December 31, 2030, inclusive, to accommodate reconstruction of the Birchmount Road bridge.

14. City Council prohibit stopping on the south side of Pinegrove Avenue, between Aylesworth Avenue and Birchmount, from June 1, 2026 to December 31, 2030, inclusive, to accommodate TTC bus detour operations.

15. City Council prohibit stopping on the north side of Pinegrove Avenue, between Aylesworth Avenue and a point 20 metres west, from June 1, 2026 to December 31, 2030, inclusive, to accommodate TTC bus detour operations.

16. City Council prohibit stopping on the east side of Aylesworth Avenue, between Pinegrove Avenue and a point 8 metres north, from June 1, 2026 to December 31, 2030, inclusive, to accommodate TTC bus detour operations.

17. City Council prohibit stopping on the east side of Aylesworth Avenue, between Highview Avenue and a point 17 metres south, from June 1, 2026 to December 31, 2030, inclusive, to accommodate TTC bus detour operations.

18. City Council prohibit stopping on the west side of Aylesworth Avenue, between Highview Avenue and Pinegrove Avenue, from June 1, 2026 to December 31, 2030, inclusive, to accommodate TTC bus detour operations.

19. City Council authorize the appropriate City officials to submit directly to Council at the appropriate time any necessary bills to amend the appropriate City of Toronto Municipal Code Chapters, and any Schedules to the Chapters, to reinstate the traffic and parking regulations that were in place prior to the bylaw amendments made in connection to the report (April 14, 2026) from the Acting General Manager, Transportation Services.

20. City Council authorize the City Solicitor to introduce the necessary bills to give effect to City Council’s decision and City Council authorize the City Solicitor to make any necessary clarifications, refinements, minor modifications, technical amendments, or by-law amendments as may be identified by the City Solicitor or General Manager, Transportation Services, in order to give effect to Recommendations 1 to 18, inclusive.

This report provides an overview of Metrolinx’s planned construction activities for the reconstruction of the Birchmount Road bridge over the GO Lakeshore East rail corridor, as part of the Metrolinx GO Expansion Program. The report outlines the key construction stages, anticipated timelines, and associated long-term temporary lane closures, turning restrictions, pedestrian and cycling impacts, transit adjustments, and on-street parking modifications required to safely facilitate these works.

The reconstruction of the Birchmount Road bridge is required to accommodate expanded rail infrastructure while maintaining long-term roadway connectivity serving surrounding residential neighbourhoods and employment areas.

The report seeks City Council approval for the long-term temporary lane closures and associated temporary traffic by-law amendments required to accommodate construction staging, maintain public safety, and support the delivery of this critical infrastructure project.

The report also identifies mitigation measures to manage transportation impacts and maintain safe and reliable access for pedestrians, cyclists, transit users, motorists, emergency services, and local businesses throughout the construction period.

The Scarborough Community Council recommends that:

1. City Council request the Chief Planner and Executive Director, City Planning, to review the removal of minimum parking requirements as it applies to Scarborough and to report back on the feasibility of pausing the elimination of minimum parking requirements for new developments in Scarborough until enhanced and reliable transit infrastructure is in place.
 

2. City Council request the General Manager, Transportation Services, in consultation with City Planning, to review and report back on the opportunity to create a bylaw or policy framework which would prohibit new condominium, townhome, and multiplex developments from petitioning for on‑street residential parking permits, in Scarborough, in order to protect existing neighbourhood parking capacity.
 

3. City Council request the General Manager, Transportation Services, and the Chief Executive Officer, Toronto Transit Commission (TTC), to review options to restore and expand access to public parking at Scarborough TTC Stations, and to report back on how improved transit parking can reduce local road congestion and increase transit ridership in Scarborough.

Scarborough continues to experience some significant transit service gaps when compared to other parts of the city. Many neighbourhoods remain highly car‑dependent due to limited access to rapid transit, infrequent service, and overall travel times. In this context, the elimination of minimum parking requirements for new developments in areas that are not well served by transit may result in increased on‑street parking demand, heightened traffic congestion, and spillover parking impacts on established residential neighbourhoods.

In addition, new condominium, townhome, and multiplex developments that later petition for access to on‑street residential parking permits place further pressure on local streets and undermine parking availability for existing residents.

These impacts can negatively affect neighbourhood livability and contribute to conflicts over limited curbside space. At the same time, parking at TTC Stations play a critical role as first‑ and last‑mile infrastructure by enabling residents to access public transit where walking, cycling, or feeder bus options are limited.

Maintaining and restoring access to transit parking can help reduce congestion on local roads, support increased transit ridership, and provide practical transportation options for Scarborough residents during the transition to improved transit service.

The Toronto and East York Community Council recommends that:

1. City Council amend the Official Plan for the lands municipally known as 1233 Yonge Street and 9 Woodlawn Avenue East substantially in accordance with the draft Official Plan Amendment included as Attachment 6 to the report (March 16, 2026) from the Director, Community Planning, Toronto and East York District.

2. City Council amend City of Toronto Zoning By-law 569-2013 for the lands municipally known as 1233 Yonge Street and 9 Woodlawn Avenue East substantially in accordance with the draft Zoning By-law Amendment included as Attachment 7 to the report (March 16, 2026) from the Director, Community Planning, Toronto and East York District.

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

4. City Council request the owner to make reasonable commercial efforts to identify, in consultation with the Executive Director, Development Review, a suitable off-site parkland dedication as a substitution for an on-site parkland dedication that:

a. is accessible to the area where the subject site is located;

b. is a good physical substitute for any on-site parkland dedication;

c. is in an acceptable environmental condition; and

d. the value of the off-site dedication shall not exceed the estimated value of the on-site dedication that would otherwise be required, which value may include the cost of acquiring the land, land transfer tax, typical closing cost and reasonable real estate commissions of up to 5 percent,

all to the satisfaction of the Executive Director, Development Review.

5. Should the Executive Director, Development Review, in consultation and agreement with the Chief Executive Officer, CreateTO and the owner, agree to a property as a substitution for an on-site dedication, City Council accept the off-site parkland dedication, in full or partial fulfilment of the parkland dedication requirements, pursuant to Section 42 of the Planning Act, with conveyance or release to the City to occur prior to the issuance of the first above grade building permit in accordance with the following:

a. in the event the value of the off-site parkland dedication is less than the value of an on-site parkland dedication, the owner shall provide a cash-in-lieu payment for the shortfall in parkland dedication in accordance with Chapter 415 Article III of the Municipal Code; and

b. in the event the owner is unable to provide a substituted off-site parkland dedication or release of City-owned lands for park purposes to the City, the owner will be required to satisfy the parkland dedication requirement through a cash-in-lieu of parkland payment prior to the issuance of first above grade building permit in accordance with Chapter 415 Article III of the Municipal Code;

all to the satisfaction of the Executive Director, Development Review and the City Solicitor.

6. Should the off-site parkland dedication be accepted by the Executive Director, Development Review, 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.

7. City Council direct the City Solicitor to withhold the necessary Bills for enactment until City Council has approved the Rental Housing Demolition Application 21 251890 STE 11 RH under Chapter 667 of the Toronto Municipal Code pursuant to Section 111 of the City of Toronto Act, 2006, to permit the demolition of existing rental dwelling units.

8. City Council request the General Manager, Transportation Services to review and report back on the feasibility of amending Schedule B of the City of Toronto Municipal Code Chapter 925, Permit Parking to exclude the development located at 1233 Yonge Street and 9 Woodlawn Avenue East from Permit Parking.

The Toronto and East York Community Council commenced a public meeting on April 1, 2026 that continued on April 30, 2026 and notice was given in accordance with the Planning Act.

This Report recommends approval of the application to amend the Official Plan and Zoning By-law to permit a 47-storey mixed-use building (155 metres, excluding mechanical penthouse), containing 730 dwelling units (including 40 replacement rental units) and 250 square metres of non-residential gross floor area.

The Official Plan Amendment is required to permit the proposed height on the site.

A Rental Housing Demolition Report will be considered in conjunction with this Report at the April 1, 2026, Toronto and East York Community Council meeting. The proposal includes the demolition of 40 rental housing units, to be replaced by a total of 40 rental units as part of the new development of the site. A Tenant Assistance Plan is proposed that addresses the right of existing tenants to return to replacement rental units at similar rents and provides financial compensation to mitigate hardship.

The Toronto and East York Community Council recommends that:

1. City Council approve the Rental Housing Demolition Application 21 251890 STE 11 RH in accordance with Chapter 667 of the Toronto Municipal Code and pursuant to Section 111 of the City of Toronto Act, 2006, to permit the demolition of 40 existing rental dwelling units located at 1233 Yonge Street, subject to the following conditions:

a. the owner shall provide and maintain 40 replacement rental dwelling units on the subject site for a period of at least 20 years beginning from the date that each replacement rental dwelling unit is first occupied and, during which time, no application may be submitted to the City for condominium registration, or for any other conversion to a non-rental housing purpose, or for demolition without providing for replacement;

b. the replacement rental dwelling units required by Recommendation 1.a. above, shall collectively have a total gross floor area of at least 2,280 square metres and be comprised of 30 one-bedroom units and 10 two-bedroom units, as generally illustrated in the plans submitted to City Planning dated November 12, 2025; any revision to these plans shall be to the satisfaction of the Chief Planner and Executive Director, City Planning;

c. the owner shall, as part of the 40 replacement rental dwelling units required in Recommendation 1.a. above, provide at least 5 one-bedroom units and 1 two-bedroom unit at affordable rents, as currently defined in the City's Official Plan, all for a period of at least 10 years beginning from the date of first occupancy of each unit; the rents of the remaining 34 replacement rental dwelling units shall be unrestricted;

d. the owner shall provide a Tenant Assistance Plan for tenants of the 40 existing rental dwelling units proposed to be demolished to the satisfaction of the Chief Planner and Executive Director, City Planning;

e. the owner shall provide tenants of all 40 replacement rental dwelling units with access to, and use of, all indoor and outdoor amenities in the proposed 47-storey building at no extra charge; access to, and use of, these amenities shall be on the same terms and conditions as any other resident of the building without the need to pre-book or pay a fee, unless specifically required as a customary practice for private bookings;

f. the owner shall provide ensuite laundry and central air conditioning in each replacement rental dwelling unit at no extra charge;

g. the owner shall provide tenants of all replacement rental dwelling units with access to bicycle and visitor parking on the same terms and conditions as any other resident of the proposed development;

h. the replacement rental dwelling units required in Recommendation 1.a. above shall be made ready and available for occupancy no later than the date by which 70 percent of the new dwelling units in the proposed development, exclusive of the replacement rental dwelling units, are made available and ready for occupancy, subject to any revisions to the satisfaction of the Chief Planner and Executive Director, City Planning; and

i. the owner shall enter into, and register on title to the lands, an Agreement pursuant to Section 111 of the City of Toronto Act, 2006, to secure the conditions outlined in Recommendations 1.a. through 1.h. above all to the satisfaction of the City Solicitor and the Chief Planner and Executive Director, City Planning.

2. City Council authorize the Chief Planner and Executive Director, City Planning to issue Preliminary Approval of the Rental Housing Demolition Permit under Chapter 667 of the Toronto Municipal Code pursuant to Section 111 of the City of Toronto Act, 2006, for the demolition of the 40 existing rental dwelling units located at 1233 Yonge Street after all the following have occurred:

a. all conditions in Recommendation 1 above have been fully secured;

b. the Official Plan and Zoning By-law Amendments for Application 21 251886 STE 11 OZ have come into full force and effect;

c. the issuance of the Notice of Approval Conditions for site plan approval by the Executive Director, Development Review or their designate, pursuant to Section 114 of the City of Toronto Act, 2006, or as otherwise determined by the Chief Planner and Executive Director, City Planning;

d. the issuance of excavation and shoring permits (conditional or full permit) for the approved development on the site; and

e. the owner has confirmed, in writing, that all existing rental dwelling units proposed to be demolished are vacant.

3. City Council authorize the Chief Building Official and Executive Director, Toronto Building to issue a Rental Housing Demolition Permit under Chapter 667 of the Toronto Municipal Code after the Chief Planner and Executive Director, City Planning, or their designate has given Preliminary Approval referred to in Recommendation 2 above.

4. City Council authorize the Chief Building Official and Executive Director, Toronto Building to issue a Residential Demolition Permit under Section 33 of the Planning Act and Chapter 363 of the Toronto Municipal Code for 1233 Yonge Street after the Chief Planner and Executive Director, City Planning has given Preliminary Approval referred to in Recommendation 2 above, which may be included in the Rental Housing Demolition Permit under Chapter 667 pursuant to section 6.2 of Chapter 363, on condition that:

a. the owner removes all debris and rubble from the site immediately after demolition;

b. the owner erects solid construction hoarding to the satisfaction of the Chief Building Official and Executive Director, Toronto Building;

c. the owner erects the proposed building on the site no later than three (3) years from the date that the demolition of the existing rental dwelling units commences, subject to the timeframe being extended at the discretion of the Chief Planner and Executive Director, City Planning; and

d. should the owner fail to complete the proposed building within the time specified in Recommendation 4.c. above, the City Clerk shall be entitled to enter on the collector’s roll, as with municipal property taxes, an amount equal to the sum of twenty thousand dollars ($20,000.00) per dwelling unit for which a demolition permit is issued, and that such amount shall, until payment, be a lien or charge upon the land for which the Residential Demolition Permit is issued.

5. City Council authorize the appropriate City officials to take such actions as are necessary to implement City Council's decision including execution of the Section 111 Agreement and any other related agreements.

The Toronto and East York Community Council commenced a public meeting on April 1, 2026 that continued on April 30, 2026 and notice was given in accordance with the City of Toronto Act, 2006.

This report recommends approval of a Rental Housing Demolition application which proposes to demolish 40 rental dwelling units located at 1233 Yonge Street and 9 Woodlawn Avenue East. The 40 rental units are proposed to be replaced as part of the new development on the site. The proposal includes a Tenant Assistance Plan that addresses the right of existing tenants to return to replacement rental units at similar rents and provides financial compensation to mitigate hardship.

The proposed development is the subject of a related Official Plan and Zoning By-law Amendment application (21 251886 STE 11 OZ) which would permit a 47-storey residential building with 730 dwelling units, including 40 replacement rental units. An approval report for the Official Plan and Zoning By-law Amendment application has been advanced concurrently with this Rental Housing Demolition application approval report.

This report also recommends approval of the Residential Demolition Permit under Chapter 363 of the Toronto Municipal Code, subject to conditions.

The Toronto and East York Community Council forwards the Item to City Council without recommendation.

The Toronto and East York Community Council held a statutory public meeting on April 30, 2026 and notice was given in accordance with the City of Toronto Act, 2006.

This report recommends approval of a Rental Housing Demolition application which proposes to demolish 56 rental dwelling units, located at 221, 225 and 227 Sterling Road. The units will be replaced with 58 rental units, including 47 units designed for live-work uses, as part of the new development on the site. The proposal includes a Tenant Assistance Plan that addresses the right of existing tenants to return to replacement rental units at similar rents and provides financial compensation to mitigate hardship.

The proposed development on the site at 221, 225 and 227 Sterling Road is the subject of a related Zoning By-law Amendment application 21 151444 STE 09 OZ which was appealed to the Ontario Land Tribunal (OLT). The OLT issued a written decision on November 21, 2023, approving the Zoning By-law amendment in principle, with the final Order being withheld until all outstanding matters, including the rental housing matters and necessary agreements with the City, are secured. The OLT approval permits the development of 3 residential buildings with heights of 27, 24 and 21-storey (Buildings A, B, and C) containing a total of 851 dwelling units, including 58 replacement rental units. The rental replacement units are proposed to be replaced in Buildings B and C which will be constructed as the first phase of a two-phase development.

This report also recommends approval of the Residential Demolition Permit under Chapter 363 of the Toronto Municipal Code, subject to conditions.

The Toronto and East York Community Council recommends that:

1. City Council allow the owner of 221, 225 and 227 Sterling Road to design, construct, commission, finish and convey to the City a Community Agency Space to the satisfaction of the Executive Director, Development Review, the General Manager, Economic Development and Culture, and the Executive Director, Corporate Real Estate Management, as part of the development, as an in-kind contribution pursuant to Subsection 37(6) of the Planning Act, in accordance with the following terms:

a. the Community Agency Space will be comprised of a minimum of 465 square metres of gross floor area and located on the ground floor;

b. the Community Agency Space will be conveyed prior to condominium registration of Building "A" as shown in Attachment 1 of to the report (April 14, 2026) from the Director, Community Planning, Toronto and East York District;

c. the Community Agency Space shall be conveyed to the City in accordance with the City's Community Space Tenancy Policy and finished to base building condition, with the terms and specifications to be secured in the In-kind Contribution Agreement, to the satisfaction of the Executive Director, Development Review, the General Manager, Economic Development and Culture, the Executive Director, Corporate Real Estate Management and the City Solicitor;

d. where required, concurrent with or prior to the conveyance of the Community Agency Space to the City, the owner and the City shall enter into and register on title to the lands, an Easement and Cost Sharing Agreement at no cost to the City, that is in the form satisfactory to the City Solicitor; the Easement and Cost Sharing Agreement shall address and/or provide for the integrated support, use, operation, maintenance, repair, replacement and reconstruction of certain shared facilities, and the sharing of costs in respect thereof, of a portion of the lands to be owned by the City and the owner as they pertain to the Community Agency Space, all to the satisfaction of the Executive Director, Development Review, the General Manager, Economic Development and Culture, the Executive Director, Corporate Real Estate Management and the City Solicitor; and

e. prior to the issuance of the first above grade building permit for Building "A", the owner shall provide to the City a letter of credit or surety bond to secure the community agency space in an amount sufficient to guarantee 120 percent of the estimated cost of the design, construction, commissioning, finishing and handover of the Community Agency Space complying with the specifications and requirements of the In-kind Contribution Agreement, to the satisfaction of the General Manager, Economic Development and Culture and the Chief Financial Officer and Treasurer.

2. City Council authorize the Executive Director, Development Review to enter into an agreement pursuant to Subsection 37(7.1) of the Planning Act (the "In-kind Contribution Agreement") to address the provision of the in-kind contribution identified in Recommendation 1 above, to the satisfaction of the Executive Director, Development Review and the City Solicitor, in consultation with the General Manager, Economic Development and Culture, and the Executive Director, Corporate Real Estate Management, with such agreement to be registered on title to the site, which the In-Kind Contribution Agreement shall be evidence of arrangements for the provision of the in-kind contribution that are satisfactory to City Council.

3. City Council attribute a value to the in-kind contribution as set out in Recommendation 1 above, equal to 100 percent of 4 percent of the value of the land (net of any exclusions or exemptions authorized under the Community Benefits Charge By-law), as determined the day before the day the first building permit is issued in respect of the development.

On May 10, 11 and 12, 2023, City Council directed staff to accept the with prejudice settlement offer related to the appeals of the Planning Act and Ontario Heritage Act applications at 221, 225 and 227 Sterling Road. City Council further directed staff to report back to City Council prior to Site Plan Approval, the acceptance of a Community Agency Space, pursuant to subsection 37(6) of the Planning Act.

This Report presents a Community Benefits Charge (CBC) in-kind contribution to secure 465 square metres (5000 square feet) of on-site Community Agency Space. The proposed in-kind contribution represents 100 percent of 4 percent of the value of the site, in accordance with the CBC By-law.

The Toronto and East York Community Council forwards the Item to City Council without recommendation.

The Toronto and East York Community Council held a statutory public meeting on April 30, 2026 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 49.2-metre (14-storeys excluding mechanical penthouse) mixed-use building at 390, 394, 396 and 398 Spadina Road. The proposed building includes 54 residential units, with a total gross floor area of 9,430 square metres, including 584 square metres of gross floor area for non-residential uses.

The Toronto and East York Community Council recommends that:

1. City Council amend City of Toronto Zoning By-law 569-2013 for the lands municipally known as 17-19, 23 and 25 Toronto Street and 55 and 57 Adelaide Street East, substantially in accordance with the draft Zoning By-law Amendment included as Revised Attachment 5 to the report (April 14, 2026) from the Director, Community Planning, Toronto and East York 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 request the General Manager, Transportation Services to review and report back on the feasibility of amending Schedule B of the City of Toronto Municipal Code Chapter 925, Permit Parking, to exclude the development located at 17-19, 23 and 25 Toronto Street and 55 and 57 Adelaide Street East.

The Toronto and East York Community Council held a statutory public meeting on April 30, 2026 and notice was given in accordance with the Planning Act.

This report recommends approval of the application to amend the Zoning By-law, with a holding provision, to permit a 91-storey (300 metres, including mechanical penthouse) mixed use building, including 840 dwelling units and 7,920 square metres of non-residential space at 17-19, 23 and 25 Toronto Street and 55 and 57 Adelaide Street East.

A separate report from the Senior Manager, Heritage Planning, on the proposed alterations to the designated properties located at 17-19 Toronto Street, 25 Toronto Street, and 55 Adelaide Street East and the demolition and replacement of 23 Toronto Street within the St. Lawrence Neighbourhood Heritage Conservation District will be considered by City Council in conjunction with this report.

The Toronto and East York Community Council recommends that:

1. City Council approve the demolition of the 'non-contributing' building and the erection of a new mixed-use building at 23 Toronto Street in the St. Lawrence Neighbourhood Heritage Conservation District, in accordance with subsections 42(1) 4 and 42(1) 2 of the Ontario Heritage Act, and subject to the following conditions:

a. the related Zoning By-law Amendment has come into full force and effect;

b. the replacement building for 23 Toronto Street is substantially in accordance with the plans and elevations submitted by the applicant and prepared by SvN Architects + Planners, dated February 27, 2026, and the Heritage Impact Assessment, prepared by ERA Architects Ltd., dated April 20, 2023, and revised February 27, 2026, and on file with the Senior Manager, Heritage Planning; and

c. prior to the issuance of any heritage permit for the property at 23 Toronto Street including a demolition permit, but excluding permits for interior work, repairs and maintenance and usual and minor works for the existing 'non-contributing' building as are acceptable to the Senior Manager, Heritage Planning, the owner provides the following to the satisfaction of the Senior Manager, Heritage Planning:

1. final building permit drawings for the replacement building, including the design of the replacement building, that are consistent with the St. Lawrence Neighbourhood Conservation District Plan and substantially in accordance with the plans and elevations submitted by the applicant and prepared by SvN Architects + Planners, dated February 27, 2026, and the St. Lawrence Neighbourhood Conservation District Plan.

2. City Council approve the alterations to the designated heritage properties at 25 Toronto Street and 55 Adelaide Street East in accordance with Section 42 of the Ontario Heritage Act to allow for the construction of a new mixed-use building with alterations to 25 Toronto Street and 55 Adelaide Street East, and permit the demolition of 23 Toronto Street, substantially in accordance with the plans and drawings prepared by SvN Architects + Planners, dated February 27, 2026, and the Heritage Impact Assessment dated April 20, 2023 and revised February 27, 2026, prepared by ERA Architects Ltd., all on file with the Senior Manager, Heritage Planning, all subject to and in accordance with the Conservation Plan satisfactory to the Senior Manager, Heritage Planning, and subject to the conditions as set out below.

3. City Council direct that its consent to the application to alter the designated heritage properties at 17-19 Toronto Street, 25 Toronto Street and 55 Adelaide Street East, in accordance with Part V, Section 42 of the Ontario Heritage Act are also subject to the following conditions:

a. prior to the issuance of any permit for all or any part of the properties at 17-19 Toronto Street, 25 Toronto Street and 55 Adelaide Street East, including a heritage permit or a building permit, but excluding permits for repairs and maintenance and usual and minor works for the existing heritage building as are acceptable to the Senior Manager, Heritage Planning, the owner shall:

1. provide a detailed Conservation Plan, prepared by a qualified heritage consultant that is substantially in accordance with the conservation strategy set out in the Heritage Impact Assessment for the properties at 17-19 Toronto Street, 25 Toronto Street, 55 Adelaide Street East and 57 Adelaide Street East, to the satisfaction of the Senior Manager, Heritage Planning;

2. execute and register on title a Heritage Easement Agreement with the City for the properties at 17-19 Toronto Street, 25 Toronto Street, and 55 Adelaide Street East, substantially in accordance with the plans and drawings prepared by SvN Architects + Planners, dated February 27, 2026, and the Heritage Impact Assessment dated April 20, 2023 and revised February 27, 2026, prepared by ERA Architects Ltd., all on file with the Senior Manager, Heritage Planning, subject to and in accordance with the Conservation Plan required in Recommendation 3.a.1. above, to the satisfaction of the Senior Manager, Heritage Planning, including execution and registration of such agreement to the satisfaction of the City Solicitor;

3. provide a Heritage Lighting Plan that describes how the exterior of the heritage properties will be sensitively illuminated to enhance their heritage character to the satisfaction of the Senior Manager, Heritage Planning and thereafter shall implement such a plan to the satisfaction of the Senior Manager, Heritage Planning;

4. provide an Interpretation Plan for the subject properties, to the satisfaction of the Senior Manager, Heritage Planning and thereafter shall implement such plan to the satisfaction of the Senior Manager, Heritage Planning;

5. provide a detailed Landscape Plan for the subject properties, satisfactory to the Senior Manager, Heritage Planning;

6. submit a Signage Plan for the proposed development to the satisfaction of the Senior Manager, Heritage Planning;

7. provide building permit drawings, including notes and specifications for the conservation and protective measures keyed to the approved Conservation Plan required in Recommendation 3.a.1. above, including a description of materials and finishes, to be prepared by the project architect and a qualified heritage consultant to the satisfaction of the Senior Manager, Heritage Planning; and

8. provide a Letter of Credit, including provision for upwards indexing, in a form and amount and from a bank satisfactory to the Senior Manager, Heritage Planning to secure all work included in the approved Conservation Plan and Interpretation Plan.

4. City Council authorize the City Solicitor to introduce the necessary Bills in City Council authorizing the entering into of a Heritage Easement Agreement for the properties at 17-19 Toronto Street, 25 Toronto Street and 55 Adelaide Street East.

5. City Council authorize the City Solicitor and City staff to take all necessary actions to implement City Council's decision.

This report recommends that City Council approve an application under Section 42 of the Ontario Heritage Act to alter designated heritage properties at 17-19 Toronto Street, 25 Toronto Street and 55 Adelaide Street East. This report also recommends that City Council approve the demolition of 23 Toronto Street under Section 42 of the Ontario Heritage Act in connection with a proposed development of the subject properties. 57 Adelaide Street East is within the development site but is not proposed to be altered. This report also recommends that Council grant authority to enter into a Heritage Easement Agreement for 17-19 Toronto Street, 25 Toronto Street and 55 Adelaide Street East.

The proposed development includes the construction of a 91-storey mixed-use tower comprising commercial, office, and residential spaces on the site. It includes full retention of buildings at 17-19 Toronto Street and 57 Adelaide Street East, along with in-situ façade retention of 25 Toronto Street and 55 Adelaide Street East.

23 Toronto Street is identified as 'non-contributing' in the District Plan. The District Plan allows for the demolition of buildings or structures on a non-contributing property. The proposed new low-rise building associated with the tower development complies with the St. Lawrence Neighbourhood Heritage Conservation District Plan.

Through revisions to the application, Heritage Planning staff are satisfied that the proposed alterations conserve the subject heritage properties and are consistent with the existing policy framework. The heritage impacts of the proposal are appropriately mitigated through the overall conservation strategy.

At its meeting on April 27, 2026 the Toronto Preservation Board considered Item PB43.5 and made recommendations to City Council.

Summary from the report (April 1, 2026) from the Senior Manager, Heritage Planning, Urban Design, City Planning:

This report recommends that City Council approve an application under Section 42 of the Ontario Heritage Act to alter designated heritage properties at 17-19 Toronto Street, 25 Toronto Street and 55 Adelaide Street East. This report also recommends that City Council approve the demolition of 23 Toronto Street under Section 42 of the Ontario Heritage Act in connection with a proposed development of the subject properties. 57 Adelaide Street East is within the development site but is not proposed to be altered. This report also recommends that Council grant authority to enter into a Heritage Easement Agreement for 17-19 Toronto Street, 25 Toronto Street and 55 Adelaide Street East.

The proposed development includes the construction of a 91-storey mixed-use tower comprising commercial, office, and residential spaces on the site. It includes full retention of buildings at 17-19 Toronto Street and 57 Adelaide Street East, along with in-situ façade retention of 25 Toronto Street and 55 Adelaide Street East.

23 Toronto Street is identified as 'non-contributing' in the District Plan. The District Plan allows for the demolition of buildings or structures on a non-contributing property. The proposed new low-rise building associated with the tower development complies with the St. Lawrence Neighbourhood Heritage Conservation District Plan.

Through revisions to the application, Heritage Planning staff are satisfied that the proposed alterations conserve the subject heritage properties and are consistent with the existing policy framework. The heritage impacts of the proposal are appropriately mitigated through the overall conservation strategy.

The Toronto and East York Community Council forwards the Item to City Council without recommendation.

The Toronto and East York Community Council held a statutory public meeting on April 30, 2026 and notice was given in accordance with the Planning Act.

This report reviews and recommends approval of the application to amend the Official Plan and Zoning By-law to permit a 26 storey building at 954, 956, 958 Broadview Avenue and 72 Chester Hill Road. A 14 storey building was previously approved at this site. The proposal would provide 309 dwelling units (including 8 affordable units), with a total gross floor area of 19,766 square metres including 100 square metres of non-residential space on the ground floor. A total of 81 vehicle parking spaces and 171 bicycle parking spaces are proposed.

Elements of the previously approved development which have been maintained in the current proposal include the restoration of a heritage building, a new on-site public park next to Broadview Avenue, eight affordable ownership housing units and the naturalization and conveyance of lands at the rear of the site to the Toronto Region Conservation Authority (TRCA).

The proposed development is consistent with the Provincial Planning Statement (2024) and conforms to the City's Official Plan. The application represents appropriate intensification that is compatible with the existing and planned context within a Protected Major Transit Station Area (PMTSA), provides enhancements to the public realm and conserves natural and heritage resources.

The Toronto and East York Community Council forwards the Item to City Council without recommendation.

This report recommends that City Council approve the proposed alterations to the former Chester Public School at 958 Broadview Avenue, designated under Part IV of the Ontario Heritage Act, in connection with the development of the subject property and that Council grant authority for the City to amend an existing Heritage Easement Agreement with the owner.

The subject property contains the former Chester Public School, now known as Estonian House, which has cultural heritage value as a representative example of a late 19th century village school combining the American Richardsonian Romanesque and British Queen Anne styles. The original school building, completed in 1891, was a two-and-a-half storey, red-brick building with a bell tower on its south-east corner. The roof of the bell tower was removed prior to 1953. The school was altered in 1962-3, 1975 and 1995 with unsympathetic additions.

The property was designated under Part IV of the OHA on October 5, 2016 under City of Toronto By-law 719-2017. A Heritage Easement Agreement was registered on the property on July 28, 2022.

In 2022, City Council approved alterations to this property under Section 33 of the Ontario Heritage Act in connection with an Official Plan and Zoning By-Law Amendment to allow for the construction of a 14-storey residential tower with retail use at grade that incorporated the former Chester Public School at the base. The proposal included the removal of the incompatible additions and the restoration and rehabilitation of the Chester Public School and a new landscaped forecourt along Broadview Avenue.

The current application proposes to re-develop the site and to construct a new residential building with retail use at grade. The Official Plan and Zoning By-Law Application are for a 26-storey mixed-use building. The proposal will include 310 residential units, including eight affordable ownership units and an on-site public park. All existing structures on the site are proposed to be demolished, except for the 1891 Chester Public School, which is to be restored and rehabilitated. The proposed conservation strategy includes the retention, rehabilitation and restoration of a significant portion of the original Chester Public School including the reconstruction and reinstatement of the bell tower and chimney on the east façade of the building.

Heritage Planning staff are satisfied that the proposed alterations continue to conserve the onsite and adjacent heritage properties and are consistent with the existing policy framework. The heritage impacts of the development proposal are appropriately mitigated through the overall conservation strategy.

At its meeting on April 27, 2026 the Toronto Preservation Board considered Item PB43.4 and made recommendations to City Council.

Summary from the report (April 1, 2026) from the Senior Manager, Heritage Planning, Urban Design, City Planning:

This report recommends that City Council approve the proposed alterations to the former Chester Public School at 958 Broadview Avenue, designated under Part IV of the Ontario Heritage Act, in connection with the development of the subject property and that Council grant authority for the City to amend an existing Heritage Easement Agreement with the owner.

The subject property contains the former Chester Public School, now known as Estonian House, which has cultural heritage value as a representative example of a late 19th century village school combining the American Richardsonian Romanesque and British Queen Anne styles. The original school building, completed in 1891, was a two-and-a-half storey, red-brick building with a bell tower on its south-east corner. The roof of the bell tower was removed prior to 1953. The school was altered in 1962-3, 1975 and 1995 with unsympathetic additions.

The property was designated under Part IV of the OHA on October 5, 2016 under City of Toronto By-law 719-2017. A Heritage Easement Agreement was registered on the property on July 28, 2022.

In 2022, City Council approved alterations to this property under Section 33 of the Ontario Heritage Act in connection with an Official Plan and Zoning By-Law Amendment to allow for the construction of a 14-storey residential tower with retail use at grade that incorporated the former Chester Public School at the base. The proposal included the removal of the incompatible additions and the restoration and rehabilitation of the Chester Public School and a new landscaped forecourt along Broadview Avenue.

The current application proposes to re-develop the site and to construct a new residential building with retail use at grade. The Official Plan and Zoning By-Law Application are for a 26-storey mixed-use building. The proposal will include 310 residential units, including eight affordable ownership units and an on-site public park. All existing structures on the site are proposed to be demolished, except for the 1891 Chester Public School, which is to be restored and rehabilitated. The proposed conservation strategy includes the retention, rehabilitation and restoration of a significant portion of the original Chester Public School including the reconstruction and reinstatement of the bell tower and chimney on the east façade of the building.

Heritage Planning staff are satisfied that the proposed alterations continue to conserve the onsite and adjacent heritage properties and are consistent with the existing policy framework. The heritage impacts of the development proposal are appropriately mitigated through the overall conservation strategy.

The Toronto and East York Community Council recommends that:

1. City Council direct the City Solicitor and appropriate City staff to attend the Ontario Land Tribunal in opposition to the current application regarding the Official Plan and Zoning By-law Amendment appeal for the lands at 26 to 36 Mountview Avenue and 21 to 29 Oakmount Road, and to continue discussions with the applicant in an attempt to resolve outstanding issues.

2. City Council authorize the City Solicitor and other appropriate City Staff to take any necessary steps to implement City Council's decision, including requesting any conditions of approval that would be in the City's interest, in the event an appeal of Council's decision is allowed by the Ontario Land Tribunal, in whole or in part.

On September 9, 2025, an application to amend the Official Plan and Zoning By-law was submitted, to re-designate the lands from Neighbourhoods to Apartment Neighbourhoods, and to permit 41 and 39 storey residential buildings containing 873 units (including 11 rental replacement units) and 61,378 square metres of total gross floor area at 26 to 36 Mountview Avenue and 21 to 29 Oakmount Road.

A Rental Housing Demolition application has also been received by the City to address rental replacement obligations for the 11 existing rental units on site in conjunction with the Official Plan and Zoning By-law amendment application.

On March 27, 2026, the applicant appealed the Official Plan and Zoning By-law Amendment application to the Ontario Land Tribunal ("OLT") due to City Council not making a decision within the timeframe prescribed by the Planning Act. This report recommends that the City Solicitor and appropriate City staff attend the OLT hearing to oppose the Official Plan and Zoning By-law Amendment application in its current form, and to continue discussions with the applicant in an attempt to resolve outstanding issues.

The Toronto and East York Community Council recommends that:

1. City Council classify 257, 259 and 291 Lake Shore Boulevard East, 2 Small Street, and 200 Queens Quay East as a Class 4 Noise Area pursuant to Ministry of Environment Environmental Noise Guideline - Stationary and Transportation Sources - Approval and Planning Publication NPC-300, August 2013, as shown in Attachment 2 to the report (April 13, 2026) from the Director, Community Planning, Toronto and East York District.

2. City Council direct the Executive Director, Development Review or their designate to forward a copy of the Item to the Ministry of Environment, Conservation and Parks.

This report recommends that City Council classify 257, 259 and 291 Lake Shore Boulevard East, 2 Small Street and 200 Queens Quay East, identified as Quayside Blocks 1A, 1B, 1C, and 2 (the "Site") as a Class 4 Noise Area under the Environmental Noise Guideline, Stationary an Transportation Sources - Approval and Planning (Publication NPC-300) administered by the Ministry of Environment, Conservation and Parks (MECP).

A Class 4 classification allows for higher sound level limits than would otherwise be permitted in relation to a sensitive land use such as residential dwellings and associated outdoor living areas. The impacts of such higher levels would be mitigated by the implementation of noise control measures as part of site plan approval that are required as a condition to lift the holding provision and for development to proceed.

A Noise and Vibration Assessment for Quayside Block 1A, and a Draft Noise and Vibration Impact Study for Quayside Blocks 1B, 1C, and 2, were prepared by RWDI in support of the proposed development at the Site. The City retained a peer reviewer, Arcadis Professional Services (Canada) Inc., to review the studies. RWDI and Arcadis conclude that a Class 4 classification of the Site is appropriate to ensure regulatory compliance for Redpath Sugar at 95 Queens Quay East and Amrize (formerly Lafarge Canada) at 54 Polson Street.

The Toronto and East York Community Council recommends that:

1. City Council refuse the application to alter the designated heritage properties at 54-66 Fraser Avenue and 68 Fraser Avenue (147 Liberty Street) under Part IV, Section 33 of the Ontario Heritage Act to allow for the construction of a 55-storey mixed-use building, in accordance with the plans and drawings dated March 31, 2025 prepared by Sweeney and Co. Architects and the Heritage Impact Assessment prepared by Giaimo dated February 27, 2026.

2. City Council refuse the application to demolish heritage attributes at the designated heritage property at 54-66 Fraser Avenue under Part IV, Section 34(1)(1) of the Ontario Heritage Act to allow for the construction of a 55-storey mixed-use building, in accordance with the plans and drawings dated March 31, 2025 prepared by Sweeney and Co. Architects and the Heritage Impact Assessment prepared by Giaimo dated February 27, 2026.

3. City Council refuse the application to demolish a single storey detached building at the designated heritage property at 54-66 Fraser Avenue under Part IV, Section 34(1)(2) of the Ontario Heritage Act to allow for the construction of a 55-storey mixed-use building, in accordance with the plans and drawings dated March 31, 2025 prepared by Sweeney and Co. Architects and the Heritage Impact Assessment prepared by Giaimo dated February 27, 2026.

4. In the event this decision is appealed to the Ontario Land Tribunal, City Council authorize the City Solicitor and the necessary City staff to attend the Ontario Land Tribunal in opposition to the appeal and to continue discussions with the applicant in an attempt to resolve outstanding issues.

This report recommends that City Council refuse the application under Part IV, Sections 33, 34(1)(1) and 34(1)(2) of the Ontario Heritage Act for alterations to the properties at 68 Fraser Avenue (with an entrance address of 147 Liberty Street) and 54-66 Fraser Avenue, the demolition of heritage attributes at the property at 54-66 Fraser Avenue, as well as for the demolition of a single storey detached brick building at the south end of the property at 54-66 Fraser Avenue. This application was made in connection with an Official Plan Amendment and Zoning By-law Amendment application for a 55-storey mixed-use building that has been appealed to the Ontario Land Tribunal.

The designated property at 68 Fraser Avenue (147 Liberty Street) contains a two-storey former factory building with features of Edwardian Classical style. The designated properties at 54-66 Fraser Avenue include the original one-storey factory building, a one-storey south wing addition, and a second-storey addition over the southern bays. These buildings, with flat roofs, form a U-shape around a courtyard accessed from Fraser Avenue. The complex is an example of well-designed early 20th-century industrial building with elements of the Renaissance Revival style.

The redevelopment proposes to fully retain and restore the heritage building at 68 Fraser Avenue (147 Liberty Street) and the east (street facing) facades of the properties at 54-66 Fraser Avenue.

At 54-66 Fraser Avenue, the proposal would demolish and rebuild at a reduced depth the interstitial recess or courtyard between 58-60 and 62-66 Fraser Avenue. Staff is not supportive of this aspect of the proposal and seek conservation of a greater portion of the courtyard.

At 54-66 Fraser Avenue, the tower projects over the heritage properties in a manner that visually dominates these heritage resources. The tower element should be pulled back so that the floor and balcony slab edges do not overwhelm the heritage properties.

The current proposal does not conform with the policies of the Official Plan and does not conserve the cultural heritage values and attributes of the properties at 68 Fraser Avenue (147 Liberty Street) and 54-66 Fraser Avenue.

At its meeting on April 27, 2026 the Toronto Preservation Board considered Item PB43.6 and made recommendations to City Council.

Summary from the report (April 1, 2026) from the Senior Manager, Heritage Planning, Urban Design, City Planning:

This report recommends that City Council refuse the application under Part IV, Sections 33, 34(1)(1) and 34(1)(2) of the Ontario Heritage Act for alterations to the properties at 68 Fraser Avenue (with an entrance address of 147 Liberty Street) and 54-66 Fraser Avenue, the demolition of heritage attributes at the property at 54-66 Fraser Avenue, as well as for the demolition of a single storey detached brick building at the south end of the property at 54-66 Fraser Avenue. This application was made in connection with an Official Plan Amendment and Zoning By-law Amendment application for a 55-storey mixed-use building that has been appealed to the Ontario Land Tribunal.

The designated property at 68 Fraser Avenue (147 Liberty Street) contains a two-storey former factory building with features of Edwardian Classical style. The designated properties at 54-66 Fraser Avenue include the original one-storey factory building, a one-storey south wing addition, and a second-storey addition over the southern bays. These buildings, with flat roofs, form a U-shape around a courtyard accessed from Fraser Avenue. The complex is an example of well-designed early 20th-century industrial building with elements of the Renaissance Revival style.

The redevelopment proposes to fully retain and restore the heritage building at 68 Fraser Avenue (147 Liberty Street) and the east (street facing) facades of the properties at 54-66 Fraser Avenue.

At 54-66 Fraser Avenue, the proposal would demolish and rebuild at a reduced depth the interstitial recess or courtyard between 58-60 and 62-66 Fraser Avenue. Staff is not supportive of this aspect of the proposal and seek conservation of a greater portion of the courtyard.

At 54-66 Fraser Avenue, the tower projects over the heritage properties in a manner that visually dominates these heritage resources. The tower element should be pulled back so that the floor and balcony slab edges do not overwhelm the heritage properties.

The current proposal does not conform with the policies of the Official Plan and does not conserve the cultural heritage values and attributes of the properties at 68 Fraser Avenue (147 Liberty Street) and 54-66 Fraser Avenue.

The Toronto and East York Community Council recommends that:

1. City Council authorize the close the northbound traffic lane adjacent to the road centre, between a point 15 metres north of Kendal Avenue and a point 110 metres south of Lowther Avenue, from October 1, 2026 to December 31, 2027, inclusive.

2. City Council authorize the close the southbound traffic lane adjacent to the road centre, between a point 90 metres north of Kendal Avenue and a point 30 metres south of Lowther Avenue, from October 1, 2026 to December 31, 2027, inclusive.

3. City Council prohibit northbound left-turns at all times at the intersection of Spadina Road at Lowther Avenue, from October 1, 2026 to December 31, 2027, inclusive.

4. City Council prohibit southbound left-turns at all times at the intersection of Spadina Road at Lowther Avenue, from October 1, 2026 to December 31, 2027, inclusive.

5. City Council prohibit westbound left-turns at all times at the intersection of Spadina Road at Lowther Avenue, from October 1, 2026 to December 31, 2027, inclusive.

6. City Council prohibit westbound through movements at all times at the intersection of Spadina Road at Lowther Avenue, from October 1, 2026 to December 31, 2027, inclusive.

7. City Council prohibit eastbound left-turns at all times at the intersection of Spadina Road at Lowther Avenue, from October 1, 2026 to December 31, 2027, inclusive.

8. City Council prohibit eastbound through movements at all times at the intersection of Spadina Road at Lowther Avenue, from October 1, 2026 to December 31, 2027, inclusive.

9. City Council prohibit eastbound left-turns at all times at the intersection of Spadina Road at Kendal Avenue, from October 1, 2026 to December 31, 2027, inclusive.

10. City Council prohibit northbound left-turns at all times at the intersection of Spadina Road at Kendal Avenue, from October 1, 2026 to December 31, 2027, inclusive.

11. City Council rescind the existing stopping prohibition in effect 3:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m., Monday to Friday, except public holidays on the east side of Spadina Road, between a point 50 metres north of Kendal Avenue and a point 130 metres south of Lowther Avenue.

12. City Council rescind the existing parking machine regulation in effect 6:30 p.m. to 9:00 p.m., Monday to Friday, at a rate of $2.00 per 1 hour, for maximum period of 2.5 hours on the east side of Spadina Road, between a point 50 metres north of Kendal Avenue and a point 130 metres south of Lowther Avenue.

13. City Council rescind the existing parking machine regulation in effect 8:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Monday to Friday; 8:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. Saturday; 1:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. Sunday, at a rate of $2.00 per 1 hour, for maximum period of 3 hours on the east side of Spadina Road, between a point 50 metres north of Kendal Avenue and a point 130 metres south of Lowther Avenue.

14. City Council prohibit stopping at all times on the east side of Spadina Road, between a point 50 metres north of Kendal Avenue and a point 130 metres south of Lowther Avenue.

15. City Council rescind the existing parking machine regulation in 9:30 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. Monday to Friday; 8:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. Saturday; 1:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. Sunday, at a rate of $2.00 per 1 hour, for maximum period of 3 hours on the west side of Spadina Road, between a point 115 metres north of Kendal Avenue and a point 65 metres south of Lowther Avenue.

16. City Council rescind the existing stopping prohibition in effect 7:30 a.m. to 9:30 a.m., Monday to Friday, except public holidays on the west side of Spadina Road, between a point 115 metres north of Kendal Avenue and a point 65 metres south of Lowther Avenue.

17. City Council prohibit stopping at all times on the west side of Spadina Road, between a point 115 metres north of Kendal Avenue and a point 65 metres south of Lowther Avenue.

18. City Council direct the applicant to sweep the construction site and adjacent sidewalks and roadways daily, or more frequently as needed to be cleared of any construction debris and made safe.

19. City Council direct the applicant to construct and maintain a fully covered, protected and unobstructed walkway for all pedestrians, including for those with mobility devices, for the entire duration of the construction staging area permit to the satisfaction of the Chief Engineer and Executive Director, Engineering and Construction Services and ensure it is compliant with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act.

20. City Council direct the applicant to clearly consult and communicate all construction, parking and road occupancy impacts with local Business Improvement Areas and resident associations in advance of any physical road modifications.

21. City Council direct the applicant to install appropriate signage and request the applicant to maintain all sightlines to ensure that pedestrians, cyclists and motorists safety is considered at all times.

22. City Council direct the applicant to provide a sufficient number of traffic control persons as determined by the Work Zone Coordinator and the Toronto Police Construction Liaison Officer, on a daily basis to control construction vehicle access and egress to and from the site and maintain a safe environment for the public.

23. City Council direct the applicant to provide a sufficient number of pay-duty Police Officers as determined by the Work Zone Coordinator and the Toronto Police Construction Liaison Officer, during large scale concrete pours and large scale material deliveries to control vehicle access and egress to and from the site and maintain a safe environment for the public.

24. City Council direct the applicant to post a 24-hour monitored construction hotline number on the hoarding board, which must be prominently placed and legible from 20 metres and on all elevations from the construction site.

25. City Council direct the applicant to provide and install public art, including mural artwork, onto every elevation of the hoarding board with adequate spotlighting for night-time illumination, at their sole cost, to the satisfaction of the Ward Councillor.

26. City Council direct the applicant to cooperate with and provide all necessary assistance to the City Engineers, staff and representatives carrying out operation, maintenance and construction activities to municipal infrastructure within the vicinity of the construction staging area, and at no cost to the City to remove any staging to accommodate the necessary municipal infrastructure work.

27. City Council direct that Spadina Road be returned to its pre-construction traffic and parking regulations (except with parking rates and hours of operation being consistent to the rates and hours of operation at the time of completion) when the project is complete.

28. City Council direct the applicant to provide monthly community meetings, to discuss any concerns raised by the community.

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

Toronto Transit Commission (TTC) plans to replace the of end-of-life subway ventilation equipment's within Spadina Station Line 1 ventilation shafts. To carry out this critical work, temporary street-level access is required at the ventilation shafts located in the centre of Spadina Road, between Lowther Avenue and Kendal Avenue.

To accommodate the construction staging operations Transportation Services is requesting authorization for the following actions:

- Closure of the northbound through traffic lane, between point 15 metres north of Kendal Avenue and a point 110 metres south of Lowther Avenue.

- Closure of the southbound through traffic lane between a point 90 metres north of Kendal Avenue and a point 30 metres south of Lowther Avenue.

- Prohibit eastbound and westbound left-turns, at all times, at the intersection of Lowther Avenue and Spadina Avenue.

The above lane closures and traffic amendments are required for a period of 15 months, from October 1, 2026, to December 31, 2027.

With the proposed construction staging area in place, the northbound and southbound through lanes will be closed. A single northbound and southbound curb lane will be maintained to accommodate two-way traffic flow. Consequently, the east-west through movements and all the left-turns will be prohibited at the intersection of Spadina Road at Lowther Avenue. Also, all left-turns will be prohibited at the intersection of Spadina Road and Kendal Avenue during the construction period. While the restrictions are in effect, drivers will be able to make the desired maneuvers at the intersections in the surrounding road network. 

The Toronto and East York Community Council recommends that:

1. City Council authorize the continuation of the closure of the east side sidewalk, the easterly northbound cycle track, and the parking layby lane on River Street, between Labatt Avenue and a point 46.5 metres north, and provision of a temporary minimum 2.1 metre wide pedestrian walkway and 1.3 metre wide bike lane within the closed portion of River Street, from May 21, 2026 to December 31, 2029, inclusive.

2. City Council authorize the continuation of the closure of the north sidewalk and a 2.2 metre wide portion of the north side eastbound lane on Labatt Avenue, between River Street and a point 40.5 metres east, from May 21, 2026 to December 31, 2029, inclusive.

3. City Council authorize the continuation of the full closure of Carfrae Lane, between Labatt Avenue and a point 46.5 metres north, from May 21, 2026 to December 31, 2029, inclusive.

4. City Council authorize the continuation of a temporary compulsory stop control for eastbound traffic at the intersection of Labatt Avenue and Defries Street, from May 21, 2026 to December 31, 2029, inclusive.

5. City Council rescind the existing parking machine regulation in effect from 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., Monday to Friday; and 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Saturday at a rate of $3.25 per hour and for a maximum of 3 hours, on the east side of River Street, between Labatt Avenue and a point 46.5 metres north.

6. City Council rescind the existing permit parking regulation in effect from 12:01 a.m. to 10:00 a.m., at all times on the odd (east) side of River Street, between Labatt Avenue and a point 46.5 metres north.

7. City Council prohibit stopping at all times on the east side of River Street, between Labatt Avenue and a point 46.5 metres north.

8. City Council rescind the existing parking prohibition on the north side of Labatt Avenue, between River Street and a point 40.5 metres east.

9. City Council prohibit stopping at all times on the north side of Labatt Avenue, between River Street and a point 40.5 metres east.

10. City Council rescind the existing maximum one hour parking regulation in effect from 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., Monday to Friday, on the south side of Labatt Avenue, between River Street and a point 40.5 metres east.

11. City Council prohibit stopping at all times on the south side of Labatt Avenue, between River Street and a point 40.5 metres east.

12. City Council direct the applicant to continue to pressure wash or sweep (weather permitting) the construction site and adjacent sidewalks and roadways daily, or more frequently as needed to be cleared of any construction debris and made safe.

13. City Council direct the applicant to continue to construct and maintain a fully covered, protected and unobstructed walkway for all pedestrians, including for those with mobility devices, for the entire duration of the construction staging area permit to the satisfaction of the Chief Engineer and Executive Director, Engineering and Construction Services and ensure it is compliant with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act.

14. City Council direct the applicant to continue to ensure that the existing sidewalks or the proposed pedestrian walkway have proper enhanced lighting to ensure safety and visibility at all times of the day and night.

15. City Council direct the applicant to continue to clearly consult and communicate all construction, parking and road occupancy impacts with local Business Improvement Areas and resident associations in advance of any physical road modifications.

16. City Council direct the applicant to continue to install appropriate signage and request the applicant to install converging mirrors to ensure that pedestrians, cyclists and motorists safety is considered at all times.

17. City Council direct the applicant to continue to provide a sufficient number of traffic control persons as determined by the Work Zone Coordinator and the Toronto Police Construction Liaison Officer, on a daily basis to control construction vehicle access and egress to and from the site and maintain a safe environment for the public.

18. City Council direct the applicant to continue to provide a sufficient number of pay-duty Police Officers as determined by the Work Zone Coordinator and the Toronto Police Construction Liaison Officer, during large scale concrete pours and large-scale material deliveries to control vehicle access and egress to and from the site and maintain a safe environment for the public.

19. City Council direct the applicant to continue to install cane detection within the covered and protected walkway to guide pedestrians who are visually impaired.

20. City Council direct the applicant to continue to post a 24-hour monitored construction hotline number on the hoarding board, which must be prominently placed and legible from 20 metres and on all elevations from the construction site.

21. City Council direct the applicant to continue to provide and install public art, including mural artwork, onto every elevation of the hoarding board with adequate spotlighting for night-time illumination, at their sole cost, to the satisfaction of the Ward Councillor.

22. City Council direct the applicant, in consultation with Transportation Services, to continue to maintain any bike lanes and install appropriate signage to inform drivers and cyclists of any changes to the cycling lanes.

23. City Council authorize the appropriate City officials to submit directly to City Council at the appropriate time any necessary Bills to amend the appropriate City of Toronto Municipal Code Chapters to give effect to City Council's direction, and to reinstate the traffic and parking regulations to what they were immediately prior to the date of the City Council Decision on Item 2022.TE34.115 once the project is complete.

24. City Council direct that River Street, Labatt Avenue and Carfrae Lane be returned to its pre-construction traffic and parking regulations (except with parking rates and hours of operation being consistent to the rates and hours of operation at the time of completion) when the project is complete.

25. City Council direct the applicant to continue to create a publicly accessible website with regular construction updates and post the website address on the construction site hoarding, which must be prominently place and legible from 20 metres and on all elevations from the construction site.

26. City Council direct the applicant to continue to mitigate light pollution by installing a shield/barrier on any lighting standards in close proximity to adjacent residential properties such as cranes.

27. City Council in areas where no cycling lanes exist, continue to direct the applicant, in consultation with Transportation Services, to install sharrow markings onto the roadway and display appropriate signage on the hoarding board to inform motorists and cyclist to safely share the road.

28. City Council direct the Director, Congestion and Network Management, Transportation Services and the applicant to continue to establish a Construction Management Working Group that meets monthly and invite local stakeholders including Municipal Licensing and Standards, Toronto Buildings, adjacent neighbours, local resident groups, local Business Improvement Areas and local school administration.

29. City Council direct the applicant to continue to email monthly construction progress reports to the local Councillor, local residents' association and the Business Improvement Area Board of Management.

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

Broccolini has undertaken the construction of a 34-storey residential condominium building at 83-97 River Street and 2-4 Labatt Avenue. The site is located on the northeast corner of River Street and Labatt Avenue.

By way of background, City Council, at its meeting on July 19, 20, 21 and 22, 2022, adopted Item TE34.115, and in doing so, authorized the temporary closure of the east sidewalk, the northbound bike lane, and the parking lay-by on River Street; the temporary closure of the north sidewalk and a portion of the eastbound lane on Labatt Avenue; and the full closure of a portion of Carfrae Lane, to facilitate construction activities.

Construction of the development was paused following the adoption of Item TE34.115 due to market conditions. Subsequently, the development has been repositioned from a condominium building to a purpose‑built rental building, and the applicant is now seeking an extension of the previously authorized closures.

In view of the above, Transportation Services is requesting authorization to extend the time duration of the construction staging areas on River Street, Labatt Avenue, and Carfrae Lane for an additional 44 months, from May 21, 2026 to December 31, 2029, to allow for the construction of the development to be completed.

The Toronto and East York Community Council recommends that:

1. City Council prohibit northbound left turns at all times at the intersection of Bathurst Street and Albert Wiggan Lane. 

2. City Council amend the existing eastbound left turn prohibition in effect from 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m., Monday to Friday, on Albert Wiggan Lane to be in effect at the intersection of Albert Wiggan Lane and Bathurst Street.

As the Toronto Transit Commission (TTC) operates a transit service on Bathurst Street, City Council approval for the recommended change on this street is required.

On February 19, 2026, Toronto and East York Community Council (TEYCC) adopted with amendments the St. Clair Avenue West and Bathurst Street Planning Framework and Forest Hill Village Urban Design Guidelines Review - Final Report (Item 2026.TE29.15). The purpose of this review was to renew the vision for the area and ensure the planning framework and guidelines reflect recent Provincial legislation changes, Official Plan amendments, new development approvals, and updated City objectives for affordable housing, retail vitality, the public realm, and sustainability. As part of this work, a transportation assessment was conducted and identified opportunities to improve safety, traffic operations, and active transportation connections.

This report is a follow-up to TE29.15 and includes a recommendation to prohibit northbound left turns at all times at the intersection of Bathurst Street and Albert Wiggan Lane and a recommendation to rectify an error in an existing turn prohibition bylaw. The proposed prohibition of northbound left turns will enhance traffic flow, reduce potential congestion, and improve safety for all road users in the area. Displaced left turns can be accommodated at the intersection of St. Clair Avenue West and Raglan Avenue, located approximately 150 metres away.

The Toronto and East York Community Council recommends that:

1. City Council designate an accessible loading zone to be in effect from 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., daily, on the east side of Oakwood Avenue, between a point 107 metres south of Glenhurst Avenue and a point 11 metres further south.

2. City Council amend the existing maximum 1 hour parking regulation in effect from 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., Monday to Friday, on the east side of Oakwood Avenue, between a point 55.4 metres north of St. Clair Avenue West and Earlsdale Avenue, to be in effect between a point 55.4 metres north of St. Clair Avenue West and a point 118 metres south of Glenhurst Avenue and between a point 107 metres south of Glenhurst Avenue and Earlsdale Avenue.

A resident on Oakwood Avenue is requesting an accessible loading zone near their property to make it safer and easier to access TTC Wheel-Trans service. Transportation Services supports this request and seeks approval to install a designated on-street accessible loading zone on the east side of Oakwood Avenue, between Glenhurst Avenue and St. Clair Avenue West.

To accommodate the accessible loading zone, two on street parking spaces would be unavailable during weekday daytime periods. Transportation Services has determined that this change will have minimal impact on parking supply and local traffic operations. This installation will improve accessibility for this resident and neighbouring residents with mobility needs by providing a designated, reliable pick up and drop off location close to their homes.

The Toronto and East York Community Council recommends that:

1. City Council rescind the parking prohibition in effect at all times, on the west side of Lansdowne Avenue, between Davenport Road and a point 173.1 metres north of Davenport Road.

2. City Council prohibit stopping to be in effect at all times, on the east side of Lansdowne Avenue, between a point 124 metres north of Davenport Road and a point 44 metres further north.

3. City Council prohibit standing to be in effect at all times, on the west side of Lansdowne Avenue, between Davenport Road and a point 173 metres north.

4. City Council rescind the parking prohibition in effect from 3:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday to Friday, on the east side of Lansdowne Avenue, between a point 251 metres north of Davenport Road and a point 70 metres south of St. Clair Avenue West.

5. City Council rescind the parking prohibition in effect from 8:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m., Monday to Friday, on the west side of Lansdowne Avenue, between a point 70 metres north of Davenport Road and a point 70 metres south of St. Clair Avenue West.

6. City Council rescind the parking prohibition in effect at all times, on the west side of Lansdowne Avenue, between a point 132.5 metres south of St. Clair Avenue West and a point 11 metres further south.

7. City Council rescind the existing on-street accessible parking space in effect at all times on the east side of Lansdowne Avenue, between a point 136 metres south of St. Clair Avenue West and a point 5.5 metres further south.

8. City Council rescind the existing on-street accessible parking space in effect at all times on the west side of Lansdowne Avenue, between a point 137 metres south of St. Clair Avenue West and a point 5.5 metres further south.

9. City Council prohibit parking to be in effect from 3:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday to Friday, on the east side of Lansdowne Avenue, between a point 168 metres north of Davenport Road and a point 39 metres south of St. Clair Avenue West.

10. City Council prohibit parking to be in effect from 8:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m., Monday to Friday, on the west side of Lansdowne Avenue, between a point 173 metres north of Davenport Road and a point 55 metres south of St. Clair Avenue West.

11. City Council designate an on-street accessible parking space to be in effect at all times on the east side of Lansdowne Avenue, between a point 136 metres south of St. Clair Avenue West and a point 5.5 metres further south.

12. City Council designate an on-street accessible parking space to be in effect at all times on the west side of Lansdowne Avenue, between a point 292 metres south of St. Clair Avenue West and a point 5.5 metres further south.

13. City Council rescind the existing permit parking regulation in effect from 2:00 a.m. to 7:00 a.m., daily, except no parking anytime from a point 255 metres south of St. Clair Avenue West and a point 5.5 metres further south, on the odd (east) side of Lansdowne Avenue from Davenport Road to St. Clair Avenue West.

14. City Council rescind the existing permit parking regulation in effect from 2:00 a.m. to 7:00 a.m., daily, except no parking 7:00 a.m. to 9:00 a.m., except Saturday, Sunday and public holidays; and no parking anytime from a point 127 metres south of St. Clair Avenue West to a point 5.5 metres further south; and no parking anytime from a point 132.5 metres south of St. Clair Avenue West to a point 62 metres further south, on the even (west) side of Lansdowne Avenue from Davenport Road to St. Clair Avenue West.

15. City Council authorize permit parking to be in effect from 2:00 a.m. to 7:00 a.m., daily, on the odd (east) side of Lansdowne Avenue from Davenport Road to a St. Clair Avenue West.

16. City Council authorize permit parking to be in effect from 2:00 a.m. to 7:00 a.m., daily, on the even (west) side of Lansdowne Avenue from Davenport Road to a St. Clair Avenue West.

I have heard directly from residents about significant safety issues on Lansdowne Avenue, just north of Davenport Road, and across the Earlscourt Park Youth Centre. This area experiences a significant daily traffic and serves as a key connection for residents travelling to and from downtown. This route is also popular with residents who are cycling or walking to Earlscourt Park, the Joseph J. Piccininni Community Centre, or small businesses on St. Clair Avenue West.

My office joined concerned residents and City of Toronto staff for a site walk to review conditions and discuss solutions. This section of Lansdowne Avenue is curved, and vehicles travelling in both directions often cross into opposing lanes. The issues impacting this community were clear during our neighbourhood walk, with vehicles speeding dangerously as they approach the curve and parked vehicles obstructing clear sightlines for travelling vehicles.

Transportation Services recommends urgent amendments to the parking regulations in this area to address these immediate safety risks. The proposed changes will impose no stopping restrictions to improve visibility, protect all road users, and prevent collisions.

Toronto and East York Community Council recommends that:

1. City Council authorize the General Manager, Transportation Services to approve a Street Event, despite any section of Chapter 743 to the contrary, to facilitate Church Street Pedestrianization Plan / Village Fest requiring the closure of Church Street to vehicular traffic, between Wellesley Street East and Alexander Street, but not including east-west intersections, from June 19, 2026 to August 21, 2026, inclusive, with such conditions deemed appropriate in the opinion of the General Manager, Transportation Services and the City Solicitor.

2. City Council request the General Manager, Transportation Services, in consultation with the General Manager, Economic Development and Culture, to evaluate outcomes of the temporary closure of Church Street, including levels of community participation and engagement, improvements in road safety, and overall social and economic benefits, alongside risks and public safety impacts, to help inform the creation of a pedestrianization policy and identification of resource requirements for seasonal and permanent arterial roadway closures.

3. City Council direct the General Manager, Transportation Services to waive the application and permit fees charged in relation to any application by the Church-Wellesley Business Improvement Area for a Street Event requiring the closure of portions of Church Street, between Wellesley Street and Alexander Street, not including east-west intersections, for the period June 19 to August 21, 2026 (Fee Ref. 61.06, 61.07, Toronto Municipal Code Chapter 441, Fees and Charges, Appendix C – Schedule 2, Transportation Services).

In partnership with the Church-Wellesley Village Business Improvement Area (BIA), my office is seeking to pedestrianize Church Street between Wellesley Street East and Alexander Street from June 19 to August 21, 2026, leaving all east-west corridors open to vehicular traffic.

Pedestrianization significantly enhances urban quality of life by improving road safety, increasing accessibility, and driving sustained commercial activity. Church Street offers unique strategic advantages that make it an ideal location for such an initiative. First, it boasts a proven track record as a high-volume corridor for world-class festivals like Pride Festival and Halloween on Church. Furthermore, this stretch provides a rare opportunity for pedestrianization due to the absence of dedicated bus or streetcar routes, ensuring minimal disruption to the TTC’s broader network.

Church Street is also anchored by a dense cluster of hospitality and retail venues. With increased foot traffic, the pedestrian zone will serve as a primary social and economic driver for Toronto Centre. In addition, the proposal facilitates critical residential integration by reclaiming the street for people, providing a safer, more walkable environment for the high-density local population and improving access to vital civic assets such as the neighbourhood school and The 519.

To ensure the comprehensive success of this project, my office has been working in close, ongoing collaboration with a broad range of City divisions. This inter-divisional effort includes Transportation Services, the FIFA Secretariat, Toronto Fire Services, Toronto EMS, and the Toronto Police Service to manage logistics and public safety. We are also aligning our efforts with Social Development - specifically through the Downtown East Action Plan and SafeTO frameworks - as well as Economic Development and Culture and Toronto Public Health. Through these partnerships, we are implementing a proactive, street-level community safety strategy that utilizes a trauma-informed lens to address the unique socio-economic complexities of the downtown core. This includes a targeted approach to enhancing public realm well-being and social order through the Downtown East Action Plan’s Here to Help Program, ensuring that our outreach and response mechanisms are integrated directly into the site’s operational footprint to support both housed and unhoused residents effectively.

Furthermore, this coordinated approach ensures that the pedestrianization timeline does not significantly conflict with the 2026 FIFA World Cup schedule, as actual overlaps are limited to only one match date on July 2. While June 19 marks the publicized commencement, FIFA operations already coincide with established annual events like the Village Fest and Pride Festival. My office has also collaborated with Solid Waste Management Services to develop a specialized operational plan for local businesses and street receptacles. Unlike high-intensity programmed events, this initiative is designed for passive use, and we anticipate significantly lower waste volumes. Recognizing the impact of road closures on mobility, we have also prioritized accessibility by including dedicated pick-up and drop-off zones for WheelTrans and installing additional ramps at regular intervals. My office also maintains an active dialogue with people living with disabilities to ensure the design remains inclusive for all residents.

Toronto should look to the proven success of Montreal’s Rue Sainte-Catherine as a primary model for urban vitality and economic growth. This year marks the 20th anniversary of Montreal’s seasonal pedestrianization program, which has successfully transformed their Village into a world-class destination. While our neighbours have benefited from two decades of increased foot traffic and retail resilience, Toronto remains twenty years behind in adopting similar large-scale seasonal infrastructure.

This pilot project should inform the creation of a formal Streets Pedestrianization Policy and Guidelines. By establishing a standardized framework, the City can move away from ad-hoc planning and toward a proactive strategy for reclaiming street space for public use. It is important to note that while the City previously initiated the development of such guidelines, the process faced successive delays, resulting in the outstanding operational strategy and final report originally slated for December 2025. This project provides the necessary momentum to finalize those long-awaited standards.

Ultimately, this proposal builds on the success of Church Street and honours community milestones - such as the 50th anniversary of The 519 and the upcoming Cultural District designation - while better serving the residents and businesses of the Village.