Category "City-hall"

E-News: April 5, 2025

Hi Friend, These past weeks has been full of meaningful moments.  On March 24, we gathered to celebrate the incredible legacy of East York legend Agnes Macphail, who was Canada’s first woman elected as a Member of...

E-News: March 22, 2025

Hi Friend, Although the temperatures have dropped, the calendar has officially turned to spring. I want to wish a happy Nowruz to everyone who is celebrating with family and friends. For those observing Ramadan, I hope you are having a...

E-News: March 8, 2025

Hi Friend, It’s hard to believe that we’re already more than a week into March. Families across Beaches-East York are heading into March Break this upcoming week. I’d like to wish students and parents a fun, safe, and relaxing...

E-News: February 22, 2025

Hi Friend, It's been almost two weeks since the first of four major snowstorms have hit Toronto. I have heard from many of you who are frustrated and angry with the city’s response after the storm. I know many streets are still barely...

E-News: February 8, 2025

Hi Friend, The past two weeks have been an unsettled time: the start of the provincial election, the threat of tariffs from Donald Trump, and then a month-long reprieve. I know many people I've spoken with are feeling exhausted by the pace of...

E-News: January 25, 2025

Hi Friend, This Sunday, I will be hosting a New Year’s Skating Party at Kew Gardens. Join us for some winter fun this January 26th, from 1 PM to 3 PM at Kew Gardens outdoor rink (2075 Queen St E). Bring your...

E-News: January 11, 2025

Hi Friend, Happy 2025! It's been a very eventful start to the new year. Regardless of any political changes in Ottawa or events south of the border, I'm laser-focused on how to make Beaches-East York, and all of Toronto, an even better place...

E-News: December 21, 2024

Hi Friend, The holiday season is officially here, and the past few weeks have been a wonderful celebration of community and giving. Here's some of my highlights. At the Centre 55 Pancake Breakfast, families came together to enjoy festive...

Statement on Mid-Term Committee Changes

This morning, Mayor Chow announced Council mid-term member appointments through the Striking Committee. As part of these changes, the Mayor has removed me as Vice-Chair of the Planning and Housing Committee and the housing-related boards of...

E-News: December 7, 2024

Hi Friend, December has kicked off, and the holiday spirit is sweeping across Beaches–East York! Last weekend, the lights came out. First at East Lynn Park, where DECA brought together families for the annual tree lighting...

E-News: November 23, 2024

Hi Friend, It has been a busy time at City Hall. Council met last week, with new policies to protect tenants from unfair renovictions and making it easier to build housing on our major streets. We also debated a new program to incentivize...

E-News: November 9, 2024

Hi Friend, Monday is Remembrance Day. This is an important time to gather and reflect on the sacrifice and contribution of our veterans and active service members. I look forward to seeing many neighbours at the Kew Gardens ceremony at 11am, or...