Minutes To be Confirmed

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:

1. Approved the application to demolish the existing residential buildings with the following conditions:

a. That construction fences be erected in accordance with the provisions of the Municipal Code, Chapter 363, Article 7, if deemed appropriate by the Chief Building Official;

b. That all debris and rubble be removed immediately after demolition;

c. That sod be laid on each site and that the sites be maintained free of garbage and weeds, in accordance with the Municipal Code Chapter 629-10, Paragraph B and 62911;

d. That any holes on the property are backfilled with clean fill; and

e. That all properties must at all times be kept free of rodents, vermin, insects and other pests and monitor conditions which may encourage infestation by pests.

This staff report is regarding a matter for which the Etobicoke York Community Council has delegated authority to make a final decision.

In accordance with Section 33 of the Planning Act and the City of Toronto Municipal Code, Ch. 363, Article 6 "Demolition Control", the applications for the demolition of the existing residential buildings at 4, 6, 8 Montgomery Road are being referred to the Etobicoke York Community Council for consideration because Toronto Building received a request to demolish the buildings prior to the issuance of replacement building permits.

The Etobicoke York Community Council: 

1. Approved the request for a permit to remove one privately owned tree located at 31 Queen Anne Road and required the applicant to provide five replacement trees which can be achieved in a combination of on-site planting and cash-in-lieu of planting to the satisfaction of the Executive Director, Environment, Climate and Forestry.

This report requests that Etobicoke York Community Council deny the request for a permit to remove one privately owned tree located at 31 Queen Anne Road. The applicant indicates the reason for requesting removal of the tree is a concern expressed by the homeowner regarding safety related to dead branches in the crown of the tree.

The honey locust tree (Gleditsia triacanthos) measures 67 cm in diameter. The City's Tree By-laws do not support the removal of this tree as it is healthy and maintainable. The permit was denied, and the applicant is appealing the decision. The Community Council has delegated authority from the City Council to make a final decision as to whether a permit may be issued when an applicant appeals the City's decision to deny a tree permit.

The Etobicoke York Community Council:

1. Deferred consideration of the item until the May 26, 2026 meeting of the Etobicoke York Community Council.

This report requests that Etobicoke York Community Council deny the request for a permit to remove two privately owned trees located at 51 Burnhamthorpe Crescent. The applicant indicates the reason for requesting removal of these trees is for construction of parking spaces, walkway, and driveway associated with a two-storey fourplex building and a garden suite.

The black walnut tree (Juglans nigra) measures 58 cm in diameter and the Norway maple tree (Acer platanoides) measures 59 cm in diameter. The City's Tree By-laws do not support the removal of these trees as they are healthy and maintainable. The permit was denied, and the applicant is appealing the decision. Community Council has delegated authority from City Council to make a final decision as to whether a permit may be issued when an applicant appeals the City's decision to deny a tree permit.

The Etobicoke York Community Council: 

1. Granted a fence exemption permit to the property owner of 280 Driftwood Avenue and that at such time as replacement of the fence is required, the installation comply with Municipal Code Chapter 447, Fences, or its successor by-law.

This staff report concerns a matter for which the Etobicoke York Community Council has delegated authority from City Council to make a final decision.

This report responds to an application submitted by the property owner of 280 Driftwood Avenue requesting approval for a site-specific Fence Exemption under Section 447-1.2B(1) of Toronto Municipal Code Chapter 447 – Fences.

The property owner is requesting Council’s permission to maintain an existing wood fence, including its posts, with heights ranging from approximately 2.21 metres to 2.31 metres. The fence exceeds the maximum height allowed for residential properties under Chapter 447.

Municipal Licensing and Standards staff inspected the property and confirmed that the fence is taller than permitted. As a result, a Fence Exemption is required for the fence to remain in its current form.

The Etobicoke York Community Council: 

1. Granted a fence exemption permit to the property owner of 271 Valermo Drive and that at such time as replacement of the fence is required, the installation comply with Municipal Code Chapter 447, Fences, or its successor by-law.

This staff report concerns a matter for which the Etobicoke York Community Council has delegated authority from City Council to make a final decision.

This report responds to an application submitted by the property owner of 271 Valermo Drive requesting approval for a site-specific Fence Exemption under Section 447-1.2B(1) of Toronto Municipal Code Chapter 447 – Fences.

The owner is seeking Council’s permission to maintain an existing wood fence located along the northwest side of the property with an approximate height of 2.5 metres. The fence exceeds the maximum height permitted under Chapter 447 of the Toronto Municipal Code for residential properties. Municipal Licensing and Standards staff inspected the property and confirmed the fence exceeds the permitted height. As a result, a Fence Exemption is required for the fence to remain in its current form.

The Etobicoke York Community Council:

1. Approved the name “Caspian Lane” for the naming of a public lane located West of Scarlett Road, North of Leggett Avenue.

This report recommends that the name “Caspian Lane” be approved to identify the naming of a public lane located West of Scarlett Road, North of Leggett Avenue.

This naming proposal complies with the City of Toronto Street Naming Policy which can be found at https://www.toronto.ca/city-government/planning-development/street-naming/

The Etobicoke York Community Council:

1. Authorized the closure of the south sidewalk and a 3 metre wide portion of the eastbound curb lane on Widdicombe Hill Boulevard, between a point 85 metres west of Denfield Street and a point 140 metres further west and provision of a temporary pedestrian walkway within the closed portion of the eastbound curb lane, from April 30, 2026 to February 28, 2027, inclusive.

2. Rescinded the existing parking prohibition in effect at all times on the south side of Widdicombe Hill Boulevard, between a point 38 metres west of Denfield Street and a point 54 metres west thereof.

3. Rescinded the existing parking prohibition in effect at all times on the south side of Widdicombe Hill Boulevard, between a point 200 metres north of Eglinton Avenue West and a point 45 metres east thereof.

4. Rescinded the existing permit parking regulation in effect from 12:01 a.m. to 7:00 a.m. daily on the odd (south) side of Widdicombe Hill Boulevard, from a point 162 metres north of Eglinton Avenue West to a point 174 metres further north.

5. Prohibited stopping at all times on the south side of Widdicombe Hill Boulevard, between Denfield Street and a point 314 metres west.

6. Directed 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.

7. Directed 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 City engineer and ensure it is compliant with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA).

8. Directed the applicant 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.

9. Directed 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.

10. Directed 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.

11. Directed the applicant to provide a sufficient number of traffic control persons as determined by the Work Zone Coordinator and 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.

12. Directed the applicant to provide a sufficient number of pay-duty Police Officers as determined by the Work Zone Coordinator and 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.

13. Directed the applicant to install cane detection within the covered and protected walkway to guide pedestrians who are visually impaired.

14. Directed 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.

15. Directed 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.

16. Directed 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.

17. Directed that Widdicombe Hill Boulevard 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.

18. Directed the General Manager, Transportation Services to temporarily pause the issuance of any new on-street parking permits on Widdicombe Hill Boulevard until such a time as construction is completed on Widdicombe Hill Boulevard.

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

Fieldgate Construction Management Limited is constructing an 18-storey rental apartment building at 69 Widdicombe Hill Boulevard. The site is located on the south side of Widdicombe Hill Boulevard, between Denfield Street and Pony Farm Drive.

Transportation Services is requesting authorization to close the south sidewalk and a portion of the eastbound curb lane on Widdicombe Hill Boulevard, for a period of 10 months, from April 30, 2026, to February 28, 2027, to facilitate construction staging operations. During this period, pedestrians will be redirected to a temporary walkway located within the closed portion of the eastbound curb lane on Widdicombe Hill Boulevard.

The Etobicoke York Community Council:

1. Directed the General Manager, Transportation Services to initiate a study for the Keele Avenue and Lawrence Avenue West intersection and report back with a recommended action plan to improve safety and traffic flow, with changes that could include: bus stop relocation, signal timing changes, traffic signal infrastructure, modification to intersection layout, restrictions at nearby driveways and intersections.

2. Authorized the installation of an all-way compulsory stop control at the intersection of Falstaff Avenue and Lorne Bruce Drive.

3. Prohibited parking at all times at the following locations:

a. on the east side of Cornelius Parkway, between a point 30 metres south of Maple Leaf Drive (west intersection) and a point 60 metres further north and east;

b. on the south side of Grovedale Avenue, between Erie Street and a point 30 metres west; and

c. on north and east side of Mangrove Road, between Arrowdale Avenue and a point 60 metres east and south.

4. Amended the existing stopping prohibition in effect from 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., Monday to Friday, on the west side of Del Ria Drive between Gracefield Avenue and a point 76 metres south, to be in effect on the west and north side between Gracefield Avenue and a point 110 metres south and west;

5. Amended the existing school bus loading zone, in effect from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., on the south side of Falstaff Avenue, between a point 155.7 metres west of Mayo Drive and a point 85 metres further west, to be in effect from 8:30 a.m. to 9:30 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.

6. Authorized parking for a maximum period of 15 minutes, from.9:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., Monday to Friday, on the south side of Falstaff Avenue between a point 155.7 metres west of Mayo Drive and a point 85 metres further west.

7. Amended the existing stopping restriction, in effect from 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., Monday to Friday, on the south side of Falstaff Avenue, between a point 45.7 metres west of Mayo Road and 289.8 metres west of Mayo Road, to be in effect between a point 45.7 metres west of Mayo Road and a point 155.7 metres west of Mayo Road.

8. Prohibited stopping from 8:30 a.m. to 9:30 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m, on the south side of Falstaff Avenue, between a point 155.7 metres west of Mayo Road and a point 85 metres further west.

9. Amended existing parking prohibition in effect at all times, on the south side of Falstaff Avenue, between Jane Street and Keele Street, to be in effect between Jane Street and a point 240.7 metres west of Mayo Road.

10. Prohibited parking at all times on the south side of Falstaff Avenue, between a point 155.7 metres west of Mayo Drive and Keele Street.

11. Amended the existing westbound left-turn prohibition, in effect at all times, at Falstaff Avenue and the westerly private driveway at 155 Falstaff Avenue, located on the south side of Falstaff Avenue, approximately 40 metres east of Frankfort Avenue, to be in effect from 8:30 a.m. to 9:30 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.

12. Amended the existing northbound left-turn prohibition, in effect at all times, at Falstaff Avenue and the westerly private driveway at 155 Falstaff Avenue, located on the south side of Falstaff Avenue, approximately 40 metres east of Frankfort Avenue, to be in effect from 8:30 a.m. to 9:30 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.

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

The purpose of this report is to conclude the Maple Leaf and Rustic Neighbourhood Streets Plan. 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 study findings and recommends changes for road safety and traffic management in the Maple Leaf and Rustic neighbourhood. Recommendations include a study of the Keele-Lawrence intersection, two new pedestrian crossings including a midblock safety improvement, new and refreshed pavement markings, parking and stopping restrictions, and school crossing guard studies.

Other options for change have been identified by the study; these options include traffic calming measures, new sidewalks and further turn and entry restrictions on local roads. No recommendation regarding these options is made at this time. This report documents the findings of the Maple Leaf and Rustic Streets Plan study to support future case-by-case consideration in consultation with the local Councillor.

A companion report entitled 'Maple Leaf Drive and Falstaff Avenue - Traffic Safety Improvements' seeks approval for proposed changes for which City Council approval is required, including designation of Community Safety Zones and changes on Maple Leaf Drive where the Toronto Transit Commission (TTC) operates a transit route.

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

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:

1. Designated Elsmere Avenue between the east side of Weston Road and easterly limit of Elsmere Avenue as a through highway.

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

Transportation Services is recommending the designation of Elsmere Avenue, between the east side of Weston Road and easterly limit of Elsmere Avenue, as a through highway which will clearly define the right-of-way and enhance safety for all road users.

The Etobicoke York Community Council:

1. Prohibited parking at all times on both sides of Canon Jackson Drive, between Keele Street and the east limit of Canon Jackson Drive.

2. Designated a 30 km/h speed limit on Canon Jackson Drive, between Keele Street and the east limit of Canon Jackson Drive.

3. Prohibited heavy vehicles at all times on Canon Jackson Drive, between Keele Street and the east limit of Canon Jackson Drive.

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

The Traffic Operations unit in the Transportation Services Division and the Transportation Review unit in the Development Review Division are requesting approval for various parking and traffic regulations, proposed under the Draft Plan of Subdivision Application No. 15 239454 WET 12 SB for the development at 2175 Keele Street, to be implemented on Canon Jackson Drive. Canon Jackson Drive has been dedicated as public road allowance. Currently there are no traffic or parking regulations on this street. The proposed traffic regulations are consistent with City policies and guidelines given the operation of the roadway and surrounding residential nature.

The Etobicoke York Community Council:

1. Authorized the installation of traffic calming (15 speed humps) on Delta Street, between Evans Avenue and Horner Avenue, generally as shown in Attachment 1, Drawing Nos. TC-656, TC-656-1 and TC-656-2, to the report (April 13, 2026) from the Director, Enforcement and Streets Management, Transportation Services.

2. Authorized the installation of traffic calming (16 speed humps) on Gamma Street, between Evans Avenue and Horner Avenue, generally as shown in Attachment 2, Drawing Nos. TC-667, TC-667-1 and TC-667-2, to the report (April 13, 2026) from the Director, Enforcement and Streets Management, Transportation Services.

3. Authorized the installation of traffic calming (15 speed humps) on Beta Street, between Evans Avenue and Horner Avenue, generally as shown in Attachment 3, Drawing Nos. TC 658, TC658-1 and TC-658-2 to the report (April 13, 2026) from the Director, Enforcement and Streets Management, Transportation Services.

4. Reduced the speed limit from 40 km/h to 30 km/h on Gamma Street, between Horner Avenue and Rimilton Avenue.

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

Transportation Services is recommending the installation of speed humps on:

- Delta Street between Evans Avenue and Horner Avenue

- Gamma Street between Evans Avenue and Horner Avenue

- Beta Street between Evans Avenue and Horner Avenue

Staff's assessment indicates the criteria as set out in the updated Traffic Calming Policy has been satisfied. Therefore, speed humps are recommended to be installed on Delta Street, Gamma Street and Beta Street.

The Etobicoke York Community Council:

1. Authorized the installation of traffic calming (3 speed humps) on Shockley Drive, between Minglehaze Drive (west intersection) and Gihon Spring Drive, generally as shown in Attachment 1, Drawing No. TC 650, to the report (April 13, 2026) from the Director, Enforcement and Street Management, Transportation Services.

2. Authorized the installation of traffic calming (6 speed humps) on Minglehaze Drive, between Shockley Drive (east intersection) and Alabaster Road, generally as shown in Attachment 2, Drawing No. TC 648, TC 648-1, to the report (April 13, 2026) from the Director, Enforcement and Street Management, Transportation Services.

3. Authorized the installation of traffic calming (3 speed humps) on Alabaster Road, between Gihon Spring Drive and Shockley Drive, generally as shown in Attachment 3, Drawing No. TC 649, to the report (April 13, 2026) from the Director, Enforcement and Street Management, Transportation Services.

4. Authorized the installation of traffic calming (2 speed humps) on Gihon Spring Drive, between Kidron Valley Drive and Steeles Avenue West, generally as shown in Attachment 4, Drawing No. TC 652, to the report (April 13, 2026) from the Director, Enforcement and Street Management, Transportation Services.

5. Authorized the installation of traffic calming (4 speed humps) on Gihon Spring Drive, between Martin Grove Road and Kidron Valley Drive, generally as shown in Attachment 5, Drawing No. TC 653, TC 653-1, to the report (April 13, 2026) from the Director, Enforcement and Street Management Transportation Services.

6. Authorized the installation of traffic calming (3 speed humps) on Plowshare Crescent, between Shockley Drive (west intersection) and Shockley Drive (east intersection), generally as shown in Attachment 6, Drawing No. TC 651, TC 651-1, to the report (April 13, 2026) from the Director, Enforcement and Street Management Transportation Services..

7. Subject to approval of Part 5 above, Etobicoke York Community Council reduce the speed limit from 40 km/h to 30 km/h on Gihon Spring Drive, between Martin Grove Road and Kidron Valley Drive, in conjunction with the installation of speed humps.

8. Subject to approval of Part 7 above, Etobicoke York Community Council authorized the amendment of Schedule XLV (Part 1) to City of Toronto Municipal Code Chapter 950, Traffic and Parking, to remove Gihon Spring Drive between Martin Grove Road and Kidron Valley Drive, from being excluded from the Designated Area such that this portion of highway will then be included within the corresponding designated area in Column 1 in Schedule XLV (Part 1).

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

Transportation Services is recommending the installation of speed humps on:

- Shockley Drive between Minglehaze Drive (west intersection) and Gihon Spring Drive

- Minglehaze Drive between Shockley Drive (east intersection) and Alabaster Road

- Alabaster Road between Gihon Spring Drive and Shockley Drive

- Gihon Spring Drive between Kidron Valley Drive and Steeles Avenue West

Staff's assessment indicates the criteria as set out in the updated Traffic Calming Policy has been satisfied. Therefore, speed humps are recommended to be installed on Shockley Drive, Minglehaze Drive, Alabaster Road and a portion of Gihon Spring Drive

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:

1. Designated on-street electric vehicle charging station parking areas at the following locations:

a. Kinsdale Boulevard, south side, from a point 61.5 metres east of Park Lawn Road and a point 12 metres further east (2 spaces); and

b. The Kingsway, south side, from a point 28.2 metres east of Anglesey Boulevard and a point 12 metres further east (2 spaces)

for the exclusive use of electric vehicles and amend City of Toronto Municipal Code Chapter 910, Parking Machines, Parking Metres and Mobile Only Zones and Chapter 950, Traffic and Parking, as generally described in Attachment 2 to the report (April 13, 2026) from the Acting Director, Street Permits, Transportation Services.

This report outlines the parking by-law amendments required to implement two (2) Electric Vehicle (EV) charging locations on Kinsdale Boulevard and The Kingsway, for the roll out of four (4) charging stations for which this Community Council has delegated authority from City Council to make a final decision. These locations have been reviewed and supported by the local Councillors.

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.

The Etobicoke York Community Council:

1. Designated an on-street accessible parking space in effect at all times on the west side of Hackett Avenue, from a point 51 metres north of Cook Road to a point 5.5 metres further north.

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

Transportation Services is requesting approval for the installation of an on-street accessible parking space on the west side of Hackett Avenue.

The Etobicoke York Community Council:

1. Amended the existing parking prohibition in effect at all times on both sides of Marquis Avenue between a point 45.5 metres south of Government Road and a point 65.5 metres south and east thereof to be in effect on the east and north side of Marquis Avenue between a point 45.5 metres south of Government Road and a point 65.5 metres south and east thereof.

2. Prohibited stopping in effect from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday to Friday, on the east and north side of Marquis Avenue, between Government Road and a point 111 metres south and east thereof.

3. Prohibited parking on the west and south side of Marquis Avenue between a point 60 metres south of Government Road and a point 51 metres south and east thereof.

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

Transportation Services is recommending stopping be prohibited from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday to Friday on the east side of Marquis Avenue, opposite Lambton-Kingsway Junior Middle School. The proposed amendment will deter parking at this location during school hours and improve student pick-up/drop off safety.

The Etobicoke York Community Council:

1. Prohibited parking in effect from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday to Friday, on both sides of Caledon Road, between Grenview Boulevard South and Berry Road.

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

Transportation Services is recommending that parking be prohibited from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday to Friday on both sides of Caledon Road, between Grenview Boulevard South and Berry Road. The proposed regulation will deter excessive long-term parking on the street and will improve vehicle movements by maintaining a clear passage for vehicles.

The Etobicoke York Community Council:

1. In accordance with the City's Public Appointments Policy, appointed the following nominee to the Business Improvement Area Boards of Management set out below at the pleasure of Etobicoke York Community Council, and for a term expiring at the end of the term of Council or as soon thereafter as successors are appointed:

            Long Branch:

            Llave, Jay

            Mimico By The Lake:

            Tullo, Nando

            Mount Dennis:

            Baumhour, Christopher

2. Removed the following directors from the Business Improvement Area Boards of Management set out below:

            Long Branch:

            Kostopoulos, Larry

Etobicoke York Community Council has delegated authority to appoint and remove directors from the boards of Business Improvement Areas (BIAs) that fall within its geographic boundaries.

The purpose of this report is to make changes to Long Branch, Mimico By The Lake and Mount Dennis BIA Boards of Management, in accordance with the requirement of City of Toronto Municipal Code Chapter 19, Business Improvement Areas.

The Etobicoke York Community Council:

1. Designated that part or those parts of the private road or roads shown on the site plans filed with the Fire Chief in respect of the municipal addresses set out below, as a fire route pursuant to Municipal Code Chapter 880 - Fire Routes - 135, 135A, 137,139 Wendell Avenue.

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

To obtain Etobicoke York Community Council approval for the amendment of the Fire Route By-law to designate certain locations as fire routes within the meaning of City of Toronto Municipal Code Chapter 880, as amended.

Fire Services uses designated fire routes as a key mechanism in regulating fire prevention, including the prevention of spreading of fires and the delivery of fire protection services.

Etobicoke York Community Council:

1. Approved a special permit to the Rotary Club for their 2026 Ribfest event, and allowed the placement of signage in accordance with the conditions in Attachment 1 to the letter (April 24, 2026) from Councillor Stephen Holyday.

The Etobicoke Rotary Ribfest has been an annual Canada Day associated event in Etobicoke Centennial Park for several decades. In 2026, the event will be held at the Cloverdale Mall parking lot due to restrictions in the park which overlap with this year’s event.  The Etobicoke Rotary Ribfest 2026 is from June 26th from 12:00pm – 10:00pm, June 27th from 12:00 – 10:00pm and June 28th from 12:00pm – 10:00pm at Cloverdale Mall parking lot.  I fully endorse the plans to hold this event again, as was done in previous years.

Municipal Code Chapter 693 outlines the requirements for signs being used to advertise charitable, non-profit and community events, and does not permit variance or appeal to the criteria which regulate temporary signage.

The Etobicoke Rotary Ribfest is seeking permission to install temporary signage on City roads to support the event, as it has done in past years.

The approval conditions ensure that there is a proven response procedure to address any signs which have generated a complaint, and ensure all signs are placed, maintained, and removed to the satisfaction of City Staff.

The Etobicoke York Community Council:

1. Requested the General Manager, Transportation Services, in consultation with Solid Waste Management and Municipal Licensing and Standards, to report back on the following at the May 26, 2026 meeting of Etobicoke York Community Council:

a. The ownership and entity responsible for servicing the Kiss ‘N’ Ride Zone, located on the east side of Royal York Road, north of Bloor Street West;

b. The service standards related to winter maintenance, litter cleanup and removal, pavement conditions and potholes, and parking enforcement, for the laneway and the Kiss ‘N’ Ride Zone, located on the east side of Royal York Road, north of Bloor Street West; and,

c. Any historical data related to traffic counts and utilization for the laneway running east/west, north of Bloor Street West.

The laneway abutting the commercial-residential properties on the north side of Bloor Street, between Royal York Road and Prince Edward Drive, is a key artery in The Kingsway community. It is used by local businesses to receive deliveries and by residents accessing the Green P parking lots that run directly adjacent to it. Many businesses also maintain back doors for customer use, creating regular pedestrian traffic.

In 2007, after a safety audit of Royal York Road, Staff recommended that a Kiss ‘N’ Ride Zone be installed just north of the laneway and south of Royal York Station. The Kiss ’N’ Ride Zone begins at Royal York Road and ends before the parking lot at Willingdon Boulevard.

Residents and local business owners have raised concerns related to the safety and maintenance of both the Kiss ‘N’ Ride Zone and the adjacent laneway. Issues related to illegal parking, snow, litter, and pavement conditions have been shared with 311 and my office.

Given the significant use of the laneway and its importance to The Kingsway community, there needs to be further clarity as to who is responsible for servicing both the Kiss ‘N’ Ride Zone and the laneway, and what the existing service standards are for each.

General Bills

Etobicoke York Community Council passed By-laws 410-2026 to 420-2026, subject to Section 226.9 of the City of Toronto Act, 2006.

Confirmatory Bill

Etobicoke York Community Council passed a Confirmatory Bill as By-law 421-2026, subject to Section 226.9 of the City of Toronto Act, 2006.

Etobicoke York Community Council will introduce bills.

Announcements

The Chair acknowledged that the Etobicoke York Community Council was meeting on the traditional territory of many nations including the Mississaugas of the Credit, the Anishnabeg, the Chippewa, the Haudenosaunee and the Wendat peoples and is now home to many diverse First Nations, Inuit and Métis peoples. The Chair also acknowledged that Toronto is covered by Treaty 13 with the Mississaugas of the Credit.

Councillor Morley thanked and acknowledged the City's emergency services, who were on the scene of an active fire at the Toronto Humber Yacht Club.  The City is constantly reminded of the important work of first responders and emergency services that support the safety and wellness of our city life and property.  Councillor Morley expressed gratitude for the quick work of Toronto Fire Services and first responders.

Where the Members of the Etobicoke York Community Council listed in the attendance for this meeting participated remotely, they were counted for quorum as permitted by Section 189(4.2) of the City of Toronto Act, 2006, and City Council's Procedures.