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ABCRA Winter Newsletter
Welcome to ABCRA’s Winter 2023 newsletter. In this edition, we want to share updates and news from the neighbourhood, upcoming events and opportunities to get involved in your City.
What have we been up to? Lots! First off – there’s our new website (you’re looking at it) and and we hope you’ll take it out for a thorough test drive and let us know what you think.
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Noise By-law review underway this fall
How Airbnb may be fuelling gentrification
A new study sheds light on how short-term rentals like Airbnb make housing less affordable.
The average asking price for a rental unit in Canada reached $2,042 in June, marking a 7.5 per cent increase from 2022. Metropolitan districts are particularly affected by rising rental costs, with some local families forced to relocate due to a lack of affordable housing.
City reminds pet owners to be responsible, keep their dog leashed
The City of Toronto is reminding pet owners about their responsibilities and requirements for owning a dog in Toronto and emphasizing the importance of keeping their dog leashed and under control at all times.
There has been a recent surge in incidents involving dogs that are off leash including incidents involving children, pedestrians and cyclists.
Ward 11 August 2023 Newsletter
Summer is more than half over and changes are happening at City Hall. More senior staff are moving on: I’ll miss Heather Taylor (Finance), Josie Scioli (Corporate Services) and Janie Romoff (Parks). Tory’s budget chief, Councillor Gary Crawford, has resigned which opens up the chance for a new voice. On August 10th, Mayor Chow and Council will redo committee assignments for 2023 and 2024. Committee assignments have a major impact on what any councillor is able to achieve.
Cities need to make space for transportation alternatives
The COVID-19 pandemic has dramatically altered how people work, move and interact with each other. Patterns of employment, shopping, food consumption and leisure have shifted markedly.
One of the most visible changes, particularly in big cities, is the embrace of e-bikes and other micro-mobility devices (scooters, hoverboards, e-skateboards, e-trikes, Segways and more).
Toronto Public Health confirms first mosquitos to test positive for West Nile virus in 2023
Investing in the dream of University Park
Noise Bylaw Review underway this fall
Ford Government wants to weaken the provincial Planning Policy Framework. Now everyone is asking why?
Events & Public Meetings
No More Noise Toronto upcoming events
On January 11, 2024, we all can share our noise stories with the Infrastructure and Environment Committee. There are several online meetings posted on Eventbrite for you to learn more and get ready to make a difference.
New Year’s Eve Fireworks
Ring in 2024 with fireworks at midnight, visible from anywhere with a view of Toronto’s inner harbour. Some free activities are available leading up to the fireworks at these locations along Toronto’s downtown waterfront:
Cavalcade of Lights
It’s “bright lights, big city” at this annual event that marks the official start to Toronto’s holiday season. The family-friendly Cavalcade of Lights celebration at Nathan Phillips Square features the lighting of Toronto’s 15 m (50 ft) Christmas tree, live musical performances, ice skating and more. – November 25, 2023 to January 7, 2024
Toronto Noise By-law Review
Many of you will have attended one of more of the City’s September Consultation session on changes to the Noise Bylaw. October 15, 2023 is the deadline for sending your comments to the City.
City of Toronto to host Small Business Forum
The City of Toronto will host a Small Business Forum on Monday, October 30 at the Metro Toronto Convention Centre. This free, full-day, in-person event supports Toronto small businesses by providing them with access to information, connections and resources to build and grow their enterprises.