Paula Fletcher re-elected in Toronto-Danforth, starts her 20th year on council
Supporters cheering on Paula Fletcher’s victory on Oct. 24 were not disappointed as she received 74 per cent of the vote in Toronto-Danforth.
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Shakeup on city council has progressive tinge
John Tory was able to win a third term as mayor, but nine new councillors could shake up the Toronto political landscape
Toronto Police launch 911 mental health call diversion pilot with the Gerstein Crisis Centre
Mental health workers are now available in 911 call centres and respond to emergency calls in some Toronto neighbourhoods.
Toronto’s Mayor outraged over unflattering portrayal of Scarborough
Mayor John Tory responding to the controversial Google image of Scarborough in a scrum during the recess of the Nov. 26, 2019 city council meeting. (Danica David photo) Google has faced criticism and backlash for…
Fragedakis sets record straight on missed council votes
The record shows the East York councillor missed just one full day of city council sessions in 2017.
Doug Ford says he is officially running for mayor in 2018 rematch
Doug Ford announces at Ford Fest that he will officially be running in the 2018 Toronto mayoral election.
New tenant bylaws may improve living in East York buildings
Effective July 1, 2017, landlords in Toronto are expected to register with the city for the units they rent out, and pay a $10.60 annual fee for each unit. Landlords are also subject to do cleaning, maintenance and implementing security protocols, and must regularly conduct pest inspections. The bylaws will affect over 3,500 buildings across the city.
Tenants protection bylaw to take effect July 1
The new rules will regulate everything from rental property licensing and pest control to complaints tracking.
York Region may shame drunk drivers
With an increasing trend in the number of drunk drivers York Regional Police are considering implementing a “name and shame” program. Those convicted of a driving under the influence could have their name shared on social media.
Toronto to add 300 subsidies to child-care centres
Mayor John Tory announced Tuesday 300 families will receive subsidized child-care this year