Toronto to host 2026 FIFA World Cup games, but at what cost?
The cost of hosting the FIFA World Cup in 2026 has ballooned to $380 million. Here’s a look at the layout of the tournament and what it means for Toronto.
Shelley Carroll
Toronto’s alcohol-in-parks pilot project is a step towards a more equitable city
Toronto has approved of the pilot project with details being finalized in July, under a new mayor.
Police budget request granted
A request for a funding increase of 2.76 per cent for Toronto Police Services’ 2016 budget has been granted by the civilian oversight board.
VIDEO: Toronto Mayor John Tory’s first budget; ‘Toronto better on its own’
When Mayor John Tory pitched his first budget proposal on Jan. 20, he wasn’t expecting an $86 million dollar hole. Now, the mayor has been offered a line of credit instead. As he tries to make adjustments to the budget, Tory has decided that Toronto will be better off on its own.
Using social media in election debated
Toronto city councillors will soon be tweeting their thoughts on Twitter-handling during campaigns as council voted on Feb. 20 to prolong the debate on using social media for election campaigning.
North York community council debates traffic-calming
“This is a high-density area,” said councillor James Pasternak. “There is a very high young student population in this neighborhood. After talking with residents, this would help slow down drivers, and reduce the risk of accidents.”
Toronto City Hall gallery welcomes the new mayor
When Rob Ford walked into the council chambers at Toronto City Hall, Antionette Wassilyn fluttered her arms around her heart; she seemed star struck by the new mayor. “Oh my gosh. He’s the best Christmas…
Eco-activists question what mayor-elect Rob Ford will mean for environment
Members of the Toronto Environmental Alliance (TEA) want to know what the “Ford years” will mean for them. To date, mayor-elect Rob Ford’s agenda doesn’t outline environmental initiatives, the group says, and it’s something TEA…
City’s budget chief prevails in Ward 33
Ward 33 saw three first-time candidates take on the Toronto’s budget chief, Shelley Carroll, who was trying for her third consecutive win in this ward. Going up against the popular incumbent proved a challenge for…
Politicians split on funding for priority neighbourhoods
Scarborough councillors are conflicted when it comes to outgoing mayor David Miller’s $40-million plan to invest in Toronto’s 13 neediest communities.