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Starting January 1, 2026, the City of Toronto will no longer manage recycling collection. Under the Resource Recovery and Circular Economy Act of 2016, this responsibility will shift to producers, with Circular Materials taking over Blue Bin collections for all residential properties, schools, long-term care facilities and retirement homes.

I am happy to share that after years of advocacy and a year and a half since my motion was adopted by Council, we now have a comprehensive City-Wide Dog Off-Leash Strategy in place. I would like to extend my heartfelt gratitude to the Toronto Dog Park Community, Paws for Parks, and the residents of Toronto Centre for their persistent advocacy and input throughout this process.


A huge thank you to everyone, including residents, business leaders and their associations, who wrote to Mayor Chow and the Budget Committee to demand that the Downtown East Action Plan (DEAP) be fully funded. Thanks to your support, funding for the DEAP will increase from $756,000 to $1.4 million this year. The plan will need a full $2.2 million in 2027, so I hope you will continue to support this significant work next year. This critical funding supports our Clean Streets teams and Community Safety initiatives to ensure our neighbourhoods are clean, safe, and welcoming.

Last December, I wrote about the impact of Premier Ford’s Bill 60, Fighting Delays, Building Faster Act, 2025’s impact on renters. The impact of Bill 60 goes beyond the Premier’s  fight against bike lanes in Etobicoke; it threatens to derail any current or future transportation project in Toronto that dares impact a lane of traffic. 

The City is accepting applications for its new Material Exchange Directory, a user‑friendly online resource that will showcase local programs helping Torontonians sell, buy donate or trade materials instead of sending them to landfill.  Launching later in 2026, the directory will help residents, community groups and businesses find local organizations that support the reuse, resale or donation of excess goods and materials, including household items, equipment and building materials.   

Upcoming Events

Black Excellence Panel

Join me on Saturday, February 7, from 12:00 PM to 3:00 PM as we celebrate Black Excellence in Ward 13, Toronto Centre. This event offers residents and youth of our community the opportunity to meet local leaders who operate our city’s vital services, to gather career advice, and to be part of a network with other community members.

In this panel discussion, we've invited experienced and successful members from the public and non-profit sectors. These leaders, who hold executive roles in various industries, will share their stories of success, challenges, and their journeys to becoming who they are. With much more to accomplish, come and be part of the conversation with a chance to ask questions and meet them up close.

Denise Campbell, Deputy City Manager at the City of Toronto will moderate the panel and will include myself and an esteemed panel of Black leaders, including: Nadia Gouveia - Chief Operations Officer, Toronto Community Housing Corporation; Dr. Na-Koshi Lamptey - Medical Officer of Health, City of Toronto; and Nigel Barriffe - President of Urban Alliance on Race Relations & Vice President of Elementary Teachers of Toronto.

What: Black Excellence Panel
When: 12:00pm to 3:00pm
Where: Regent Park Centre for Excellence (Second Floor of Regent Park Community Centre, 402 Shuter Street)

329-337 Queen Street East Community Consultation

The City of Toronto’s Development Review Division has received an application to permit a mixed-use building at 329-337 Queen Street East and 135R-141 Berkeley Street. This proposal is for a 49-storey mixed-use building with 545 units and 470 sq m. 51 car parking spaces and 557 bike parking spaces would be provided. The application also proposes closing a public lane, and dedicating a 300 sq m park to the City.

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Drawings and submission materials provided by the City in support of the proposal can be accessed at www.toronto.ca/329queenste

What: 329-337 Queen Street East and 135R-141 Berkeley Street Community Consultation
Where: Regent Park Community Centre (402 Shuter Street) - Banquet Hall.
When: 6:00pm to 8:00pm

If you are unable to participate in the meeting you can contact the City Planning Staff or the Councillor’s Office with your comments and questions using the contact information provided below:

Jeremy Humphrey
Senior Planner - Community Planning
[email protected]
416-392-1729

Edward LaRusic, Deputy Chief of Staff
City Councillor Chris Moise
[email protected]
416-392-7903

Notice to correspondents

Information will be collected in accordance with the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act. With the exception of personal information, all comments will become part of the public record. The City of Toronto is committed to taking the necessary steps to ensure compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005.

Accessibility Notice

Our public meeting locations are wheelchair/mobility device accessible. Other reasonable accommodation or assistive services for persons with disabilities may be provided with adequate notice. Please contact Jeremy Humphrey, at 4416-392-1729, [email protected] with your request. The City of Toronto is committed to taking the necessary steps to ensure compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005.

Family Day Skate in Regent Park

Lace up your skates & join me for a free Family Day Skate in Regent Park!  Saturday, February 14, 2026, 12:00-6:00 pm at the Regent Park Ice Rink, 480 Shuter Street.

Family Day is an opportunity to come together as neighbours, spend time with loved ones, and enjoy our shared community spaces. The Family Day Skate will be a family-friendly event open to residents of all ages, whether you’re an experienced skater or stepping onto the ice for the first time. Free skates, helmets, and skating aids will be available on a first-come, first-served basis, courtesy of the City of Toronto’s Skate Lending Library. Volunteers will be on the ice to help, and a DJ will be on site to keep the energy up and the music going.

There will also be hot beverages, refreshments, and games, creating a welcoming and fun environment for families and neighbours to enjoy together. Our office will be on site in collaboration with the City of Toronto Parks & Recreation, Friends of Regent Park and more.

I hope you can join us for a fun and inclusive Family Day celebration in Regent Park.

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