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City of Toronto's Property Tax & Utility Relief programs provide support for low-income seniors and low-income people living with disabilities
The City of Toronto is committed to supporting vulnerable populations by assisting low-income seniors and low-income individuals with disabilities through its Property Tax & Utility Relief programs. These programs are designed to alleviate financial strain and ensure eligible property owners can comfortably maintain their residences.
The City offers various programs including the Property Tax Increase Cancellation Program, Property Tax Increase Deferral Program, Water Rebate Program and Solid Waste Rebate Program, each with separate eligibility criteria based on age, income and other factors. This year, the City has expanded the Property Tax & Utility Relief programs, increasing the deferral and cancellation household income threshold for seniors and persons with disabilities by five per cent to $60,000, broadening access to support.
Qualified property owners are encouraged to apply online as this allows the Canada Revenue Agency to verify household income without the need for additional income-related documentation. Alternatively, property owners or their representatives can submit a paper application form and any required documents by mail. The deadline to apply is Friday, October 31.
To apply or learn more about the Property Tax & Utility Relief programs and how to submit required documents, visit the City’s website: www.toronto.ca/services-payments/property-taxes-utilities/property-tax/property-tax-water-solid-waste-relief-and-rebate-programs/property-tax-and-utility-relief-program.
Reminder: Parkland & Recreation Facilities Strategies – Community Engagement
The City’s Parkland Strategy and Parks and Recreation Facilities Plan guide growth and investment in parkland and recreation over the next 20 years. Beginning in Fall 2024, thousands of community members have citywide provided feedback to help inform the updates to these plans. This summer you can review and share your feedback on the proposed updates to these plans and let the City know if you think this work is on the right track.
Take the online survey to help shape updates to both the Parkland Strategy and Parks and Recreation Facilities.
The survey closes on September 14, 2025.
Visit the project webpage to learn more and sign up for updates.
Toronto's Circular Economy Road Map - Survey
The City of Toronto is developing a 10-year Circular Economy Road Map to tackle some of today’s most urgent challenges — the growing landfill capacity issues, affordability and rising living costs, climate change, and the clear need for more resilient, local systems.
The term “circular economy” refers to a society-wide approach to production and consumption that aims to eliminate landfill waste and maximize resources by recovering as much as possible. It is a system where everything we use – from buildings and food, to clothing and electronics – never becomes waste. Instead, they remain in circulation through processes like redesign, reduction, reuse, repair, refurbishment, remanufacturing, repurposing, recycling, and recovery.
Whether you're trying to stretch your budget, seeking meaningful work, navigating supply chain issues, or building a greener community — the circular economy can benefit you. Share your ideas and priorities to help shape a more affordable, equitable, and sustainable Toronto for all. Find out more about the City’s move towards a circular economy.
We Want Your Input!
Toronto residents are invited to share their input by completing this survey. The survey will close at 11:59 p.m. on August 17, 2025.
Review of Parking Requirements for New Development - Share Feedback
Staff are hosting an online public engagement to collect feedback on visitor parking challenges across Toronto. We are asking residents to share their experiences with visitor parking—where it is lacking, how it impacts them, and what improvements they believe are necessary. This input will help inform future policy decisions and potential updates to the zoning by-law.
For more information on the review and to share your feedback, visit https://www.toronto.ca/parkingreview
Join the LEAF Young Ravine Leaders!
Gain a deeper understanding and appreciation of Toronto’s ravine network while learning from and connecting with industry professionals through the @LEAF Young Ravine Leaders (YRL) program! Toronto youth (18 – 29 years old) interested in ravine ecology, urban forestry and environmental stewardship are invited to apply to this free, online program. This program is open to all youth, but seeks to support those from Neighbourhood Improvement Areas and/or underrepresented groups within arboriculture and urban forestry. YRL is organized by LEAF and funded by the City of Toronto.
Link: https://www.yourleaf.org/young-ravine-leaders
Ward 4
Construction Notice Sorauren Avenue
The City of Toronto is planning to resurface Sorauren Avenue from Dundas Street W to Queen Street W. In addition to our resurfacing work the City will also be replacing the watermain. Our inspection of the road shows that it needs repaving, and sections of damaged curb and sidewalk need to be replaced to bring them to a state of good repair. This project is part of the Council-approved 2025 Capital Works Program to renew aging City roads and sidewalk for current and future needs.
Please see the complete notice here.
Closure from Kipling to Keele - Sat July 26
Subway service on Line 2 between Kipling and Keele stations will be replaced by shuttle buses on Saturday, July 26 until the end of service at approximately 2 a.m. for planned work. TTC staff will be available to assist customers.
Runnymede and High Park stations will be closed. All other subway stations will remain open for customers to purchase or load a PRESTO card, PRESTO Ticket and connect to surface routes.
Extra Wheel-Trans buses will operate for any customer requiring assistance. Customers with accessibility needs can also take the 149 Etobicoke-Bloor Accessibility Shuttle buses which operate between Kipling and High Park stations.
To confirm the status of elevators and escalators throughout the system, contact the TTC lift line at: 416-539-5438 (LIFT) for real-time information on any outages. Check the Live Service Alerts on ttc.ca for up-to-date service information
Tennis Court Improvements and Pickleball at High Park
The City is planning improvements to the tennis courts in High Park, including resurfacing and new fencing (at the same height as the existing fencing).
This survey follows a city-wide consultation held from January to March 2025 that gathered feedback on court improvements and options for introducing pickleball at 19 parks, including High Park.
Share your feedback by taking the High Park online survey here.
The survey closes on August 11, 2025. Visit toronto.ca/CourtImprovements for more information about the project.
High Park Off-Leash Area Improvement Project Update
Swansea Summer Music Series
Get ready to enjoy beautiful live music right here at Swansea Town Hall, every Tuesday evening in August, from 6:30 PM to 8:30 PM. Join us outdoors on our piazza for these special performances! Please remember to bring some cash for the 'pay what you can' musician jar to support our talented artists. Spread the word and come enjoy the sounds of summer!
Aug 5 - Tara Moneka (Arabic Jazz)
Aug 12 - Alex Pangman & Colonel Tom (Country, Swing)
Aug 19 - Lydia Persaud & Christine Bougie (Singer-Songwriters) / Camilo Restrepo (Solo Guitar)
Aug 26 - Michael Shand (Blues, Soul)
Keele Hub - Community Resilience Listening Sessions
The Keele Community Hub and the University of Toronto’s Network for Equity in Sustainability Transitions (CERC NEST) team are excited to invite York Weston Pelham residents and community members to a Listening Session focused on Improving Community Resilience in Toronto. Registration is required. Two opportunities are available:
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When: Tuesday August 5th from 1:00-3:00 p.m. OR Thursday August 7th from 4:00-6:00 p.m.
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Where: Keele Community Hub – 1652 Keele Street, Toronto
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Room: Community Room
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What’s Included: $50.00 Honoraria, Food and TTC
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Register here: Click here
Join us to:
- Explore how your daily activities such as energy use and commuting interact with City Systems
- Map out goals you would like to see for your neighbourhood and city across energy, housing, transportation and community capacity
- Identify personal, social, resources and partnerships to support change
- Learn how you can amplify your role in climate resilience planning
If you have any questions please reach out to: [email protected] .
