2023 March 31 No one should have to choose between taking care of their teeth and paying their bills. Budget 2023 will help millions of Canadians see a dentist and provide much-needed relief for families. The Rt. Hon. Justin Trudeau, Prime Minister of Canada Everyone should be able to put good food on their tables and see a dentist...
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Toronto City Council adopts Terms of Reference for a Housing Rights Advisory Committee
2023 March 31 Today, as part of the City of Toronto’s continued commitment to a human rights based approach to housing and improving housing outcomes for residents, Toronto City Council adopted Terms of Reference for a new Housing Rights Advisory Committee (HRAC). City Council also received a report from the Ombudsman on the role of a Deputy...
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City of Toronto launches pothole repair blitz this Sunday
2023 March 31 Weather permitting, the City of Toronto will launch a pothole repair blitz this Sunday, April 2, to keep Toronto’s expressways, major roads and neighbourhood streets in a state of good repair. Approximately 100 crews will work a 12-hour shift, from 6 a.m. to 6 p.m., to repair as many potholes as possible....
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City of Toronto marks the start of Earth Month
2023 March 31 Today, Deputy Mayor Jennifer McKelvie (Scarborough-Rouge Park) proclaimed April as Earth Month in Toronto, a month to raise awareness of the vital role that every Torontonian plays in caring for the planet. The City of Toronto is committed to working with businesses, governments and institutions to take real and measurable action against...
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City of Toronto received Platinum-level certification from the World Council on City Data for the eighth consecutive year
2023 March 30 Today, the City of Toronto received Platinum-level certification from the World Council on City Data (WCCD) for implementing ISO 37120 (Indicators for Sustainable Cities) for years 2018 to 2021, resulting in Toronto receiving this Platinum certification for eight consecutive years. The certifications were presented to Deputy Mayor Jennifer McKelvie (Scarborough-Rouge Park), Chief...
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City of Toronto launches 2023 Clean Toronto Together spring cleanup campaign
2023 March 30 Today, Deputy Mayor Jennifer McKelvie (Scarborough-Rouge Park) announced plans for the City of Toronto’s 2023 Clean Toronto Together campaign and encouraged residents, schools, businesses and community groups to take part in the annual spring cleanup from Friday, April 21 to Sunday, April 23. On April 21, Toronto schools and businesses can participate...
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NEARLY HALF OF WORKERS IN CANADA ARE FEELING OVERWHELMED BY DEBT
The Mental Health Index found that workers in Canada are experiencing increasing strain with unfavourable mental health and financial well-being scores.
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Prime Minister strengthens partnerships for a more democratic future at second Summit for Democracy
2023 March 29 Today, we joined our international partners in reaffirming our commitment to strengthening democracy. The democracies we are a part of didn’t happen by accident, and they won’t endure without effort. But by continuing to work together, and continuing to show people that their institutions can deliver for them, we can strengthen democracies...
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Toronto City Council officially declares Mayor’s seat vacant, 2023 mayoral by-election candidate nominations and third party advertiser registrations open April 3
2023 March 29 Please note, at of time of issuance, City Council had not yet passed the bylaw calling for a by-election. At its meeting today, Toronto City Council officially declared the Mayor’s seat vacant and passed a bylaw requiring a by-election. City Clerk John D. Elvidge has set the by-election for Monday, June 26....
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City of Toronto inviting public feedback as part of Night Economy Review
2023 March 29 The City of Toronto is seeking input to inform a review of licensing and zoning regulations for bars, restaurants and entertainment venues, as well as strategies to support Toronto’s night economy – the social, cultural and business activities that occur from 6 p.m. to 6 a.m. The public is encouraged to participate...