The encampment at Allan Gardens has remained one of the most difficult files to navigate since I took office here in Toronto Centre. It has been a long and arduous journey but I am glad to say as of today, that every occupant has been offered housing or indoor accommodations and that the encampment is being cleared.
The Laneway Project Returns in 2024
The Laneway Projects organization is asking you to identify some laneways in Ward 13 that needs love!
Allan Gardens Encampment - August 2024 Update
We have come a long way since the summer of 2023 when Allan Gardens was the largest encampment in the city.
2024 Neighbourhood Town Halls
I'm proud to once again be coming back to our community for this year's Neighbourhood Town Hall series!
Toronto Centre Encampment Update
Over the course of the summer we have seen encampments pop up in parks across Toronto Centre. I wanted to provide an update in response to the concerns I have heard and the questions about what can be done to make our parks accessible to everyone.
In the Ward: McGill-Granby and Church-Wellesley Village
Every month, my team and I visit a different neighborhood in Ward 13 to listen and see the concerns residents have shared with me firsthand, as part of my mission to build vibrant and inclusive communities in Toronto Centre.
Statement on Provincial Announcement
We are concerned that the provincial closure of existing harm reduction services will have significant consequences — such as more overdose deaths, more strain on police, fire and paramedics, more crowded emergency rooms, and more public drug consumption.
What we need in Toronto is a comprehensive approach that includes all the services people need — supportive housing, treatment services, mental health services, primary care, harm reduction and more.
Black Housing and Homelessness Consultation
During a 3-hour drop-in session, attendees were able to visit various booths hosted by each division. These booths provided insights to residents into current activities and plans related to housing and shelter systems and were used to gather valuable community feedback.
July City Council Highlights
City Council met for the final time until September on July 23 and 24. While much time was spent discussing the possibility of accelerating the state of good repair work on the Gardiner Expressway, attention was also given to the City’s housing delivery and flood mitigation.
Regent Park SDP Refresh 2024 and Grant Information Meeting August 13
I'm excited to share with you the launch of the 2024 refresh of the Social Development Plan (SDP) for Regent Park.
Na-Me-Res Opens Affordable Housing 218 Carlton Street
I am pleased to announce that our ward has a new affordable housing property dedicated to marginalized Indigenous men at 218 Carlton Street, now known by the Anishnawbe name “Migize Pazaagwii Gamik” (Uplifting Place of the Bald Eagle).
In the Ward: Corktown
Each month, my team and I visit a different neighbourhood in Toronto Centre to see areas of concern firsthand and to imagine new ways to enhance the public realm.