News & Updates

Neighbourhood Town Halls 2025 Wrap

I want to extend my sincere thanks to all the residents who joined us at our six town halls across Toronto Centre as well as virtually. It was fantastic to connect, hear your concerns, and discuss our shared vision for a more livable, inclusive community.

The conversations were open and thoughtful, even when the questions were challenging. Together, we discussed important issues such as homelessness, addiction, traffic safety, and street cleanliness. While some of these matters extend beyond the City’s authority, I remain committed to advocating strongly on your behalf to other levels of government to ensure your voices are heard.

Updated COVID-19 & Flu Vaccines Available Now

Updated flu and COVID-19 vaccines are now available for everyone aged six months and older at participating pharmacies and primary care offices. Vaccines for children aged six months to four years old are also available at Toronto Public Health (TPH) community clinics. It is safe and convenient to receive both vaccines at the same appointment.

Participatory Budgeting Project Update - November 2025

Participatory Budgeting has been a long-term project from my office since 2023. Following the lead of Councillor Shelley Carroll, Ward 13 is the first downtown ward to have this type of resident engagement style community project. Each year, we select different neighbourhoods to participate. Today, I’m glad to bring you updates on recent successful projects that are being or have been installed in our neighbourhoods. 

Parliament Street Rooming Houses Open Their Doors!

On November 4, I was excited to join community members and Dixon Hall for the opening of new housing at 504 to 508 Parliament Street. With 31 new homes now open at 504, 506, and 508 Parliament Street, the City is  taking an important step toward providing much-needed affordable housing in our community.

Powering a Sustainable Regent Park

I recently had the opportunity to tour the Regent Park Energy District, an innovative facility that plays a vital role in powering our community sustainably. Owned by Toronto Community Housing and operated by a contracted partner, the Energy District supports our shared commitment to building a greener, more resilient city.

Councillor Update - November 2025

I hope you and any little ghouls and ghosts in your life had a tremendous Halloween this past Friday. Also, I want to especially thank everyone who attended one of my six town halls over the fall. I host these town halls because I think it’s important to give you an opportunity to ask me tough questions and voice your concerns directly to me. Thank you again for coming out. 

A recent report by the Association of Municipalities of Ontario (AMO)–where I am a Caucus Chair–predicts that homelessness in Ontario could triple by 2035. I’ve heard a lot of concerns at my town halls about homelessness–which has doubled since 2021–and associated issues with addictions and mental health. Residents, even those that express sympathy with those living on our streets and in tents in parks, are understandably furious about the perceived lack of action on these issues. The rise in complaints has followed several supervised consumption service sites being shut down by the province last April.

Women4ClimateTO – Call for Mentors and Mentees

The City’s Women4ClimateTO Mentorship Program empowers and supports emerging women climate leaders working on innovative projects that will help to mitigate the impacts of climate change. Learn more and apply by Thursday, November 20 on the City’s Women4Climate Toronto Mentorship Program webpage. 

Participatory Budgeting 2025 Results

Congratulations to everyone who participated in Participatory Budgeting 2025! 

This year, we focused on three clusters of neighbourhoods in Toronto-Centre: Cluster 1 (Bay Cloverhill, Church Wellesley, Upper Jarvis and Bloor East), Cluster 5 (St. Lawrence) and Cluster 6 (Canary District, Corktown and Distillery District). After a feasibility and costing review was done by staff and our office, 15 capital ideas were put forward to go through the voting phase by residents of participating neighbourhoods, and we now have the results. 

Toronto Centre Holiday Banquet: December 5

You're warmly invited to attend my Toronto Centre Holiday Banquet at St. Lawrence Hall on December 5 from 6:00pm to 9:00pm! Space is limited, so RSVP ASAP! 

TO Live Presents: Sound Break

Our friends at TO Live present Sound Break! Discover Toronto’s sound with Sound Break, a brand-new, free weekly pop-up music series bringing local artists right to you.

Every Thursday at noon, TO Live lobbies come alive with casual, intimate performances spanning genres from jazz to hip-hop to indie folk. One week you’ll find them downtown, the next uptown, but always showcasing Toronto’s incredible talent.

260 Wellesley Street East Fire - November 3

Toronto Fire Servics (TFS) responded to a report of fire at 260 Wellesley Street just after 8:00am. As of 10:00 AM, the fire has been extinguished. The origin and cause of the fire is currently unknown. Should there be any signficiant distruptions to the building, including but not limited to temporary displacement or power outages, my office will begin providing regular updates via my website and our text messaging service.

Disability Inclusion Action Plan

The City of Toronto is committed to making Toronto accessible and welcoming for people with disabilities. The City’s Disability Inclusion Action Plan (DIAP) outlines 85 actions to identify, remove and prevent disability-related barriers.