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.
At our April City Council meeting, we adopted a comprehensive Congestion Management Plan which includes a series of measures designed to keep everyone's commute safe and efficient. Here are a few key highlights of the plan which have the most impact on Ward 13:
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.
Take a short survey to help shape Live Green Toronto’s approach to community engagement and focus on environmental issues that matter most to you. Complete the survey before April 11 for a chance to win eco-friendly prizes, including a Zero Waste Prize pack or an eGift card from Mountain Equipment Company or Balzac’s Coffee Roasters!
Toronto Community Housing Corporation (TCHC) Spring Internship Applications are live! The program is a 13 week hands on work experience in housing where you will develop new skills and build professional connections. You will be paired with TCHC staff to gain meaningful mentorship experiences to grow your skills in community development.
Early registration for spring recreation older adult programs is now open! Older adults can now register for classes and activities that will actively engage bodies and minds ages 60 and up. Registration for all other programs opens at 7 a.m. on Tuesday, March 4 for Etobicoke York and Toronto East York and Wednesday, March 5 for North York and Scarborough.
The City of Toronto supports a Team Canada approach and is working with government leaders from across the country to address the impact of proposed U.S. tariffs on our businesses. Toronto plays an integral role in Canada's economy and the City is ready to take action to support local businesses, workers and residents.
The next Toronto Seniors’ Strategy will build on the successes of the first two Toronto Seniors’ Strategies by continuing to develop and adapt programs, policies and strategic initiatives delivered by the City of Toronto to better support seniors and older adults. In March, the City will be hosting an online survey and community workshops on the strategy.
In 2024, our collective efforts to address encampments at the City led to meaningful progress in Ward 13, with resolutions to the encampments in Allan Gardens and Moss Park. However, as we step into 2025, encampment challenges persist in Trinity Square and St James Park.
There has been 24/7 news discussion about the United States’s threats to impose widespread tariffs on Canadian goods, as well as retaliatory measures across the nation in response.
With the colder weather, I hope you and your family have been able to find joy with activities like sledding and skating that are only possible this time of year. There are many opportunities across the city for drop-in ice skating, such as in Regent Park and in Nathan Phillips Square. There are always plenty of people learning for the first time, so If you’ve never skated before, you’ll be in good company! So I encourage you to get out and hit the ice this February while the weather cooperates.
February is Black History Month, and there is plenty to do in the City to celebrate Black history, arts and culture. This month, engage in a rich array of events across the city, from inspiring art, enlightening historical culture, to educational workshops. Together, let's foster a greater understanding and appreciation of the countless stories that make up our shared history.
Your city, your history – let's celebrate!
Winterlicious is now underway and will continue until Thursday, February 13. This annual culinary festivity is set to deliver a variety of gastronomic experiences throughout our city, with three-course prix fixe menus from over 230 local establishments across Toronto.
If you’re a homeowner of a single-family, duplex, triplex, or fourplex residential property, you can apply for a subsidy of up to $3,400 to install flood protection devices.
The annual Ward 10 and 13 Budget Town Hall was an excellent opportunity to gain a better understanding of very complicated numbers that affect all Torontonians. As your city councillor, it's essential to hear concerns and questions from our residents in real-time.