Category "City-hall"

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...

E-News: October 26, 2024

Hi Friend, I need to open with some sombre news. Two weeks ago, 22-year-old Rachel Turner was tragically hit by a bus while walking along Kingston Road. The news has shaken the community, and the loss was most deeply felt by Rachel's family and...

E-News: October 12, 2024

Hi Friend, Fall is officially here. Since our last newsletter, we have marked some important and sombre occasions: the National Day for Truth & Reconciliation, the first anniversary of the October 7th massacre, Rosh Hashanah and Yom...

E-News: September 28, 2024

Hi Friend, Hard to believe that September is almost over - which means that Council and committee meetings are back in full swing. This was a busy week: At the Planning & Housing Committee, we reviewed our progress on the Housing Action...

E-News: September 14, 2024

Hi Friend, As we say goodbye to summer and embrace the crisp, refreshing days of fall, I'm excited to get back into the rhythm of council and committee meetings, while enjoying all the amazing events around our community.  It's been a...