Help shape the future of ice facilities in Toronto
The City is developing an Ice Facilities Strategy, a long-term plan to maximize use and guide future investment in both indoor and outdoor ice facilities where residents skate, play hockey, curl and more. Share your experiences and insights on the needs and priorities for ice facilities. Take the online survey and find more information on the City’s Ice Facilities Strategy webpage
Canada Post labour disruption
During a Canada Post labour disruption, some City of Toronto services and programs may be affected. The City is committed to ensuring that residents and businesses are able to access services and programs with minimal disruption. Contingency plans are in place to provide alternative options for items normally delivered and received by mail. Residents and businesses with questions about City services and programs that are affected by the Canada Post labour disruption can contact 311. Learn more at toronto.ca/Mail.
Early registration for Older Adult winter programs now open
Residents can now register for Older Adult programs online, by phone or at any Community Centre across the city. This is the first-ever early registration for Older Adult programs. Registration for all other winter recreation programs opens December 3 & 4. Create a new account before registering. Visit toronto.ca/OnlineReg
Holiday giving through DonateTO
This holiday season, you can make a difference in our community by contributing whatever you can to support vital programs that help people in our city thrive. Whether it’s providing warm clothes for those experiencing homelessness, donating toys that bring joy to children or caring for animals in need, your generosity can brighten someone’s season. Learn where the greatest needs are on the City’s DonateTO webpage.
Help shape the future of Toronto's recreation spaces and parks
The City is seeking input from community members to guide growth and investment in recreation facilities and parks across the city. Take the online survey by Dec 18, participate in virtual public meetings (November 28, December 3 and 4), in-person community pop-ups, or host your own community engagement session. To learn more and find out how to get involved, visit the project webpage at https://www.toronto.ca/ParksAndFacilitiesPlans
Vacant Home Tax 2024 declaration period opens
You can make your 2024 declaration quickly and easily online at toronto.ca/VacantHomeTax. Or you can call 311 if you need assistance. You can also visit a Tax and Utility counter at City Hall or one of the civic centres to make your declaration. The City will be mailing more information about the VHT program to all residential property owners in November. The deadline to make a declaration for the 2024 calendar year is April 30, 2025. But don’t wait for the deadline, declare soon.
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Shop Local in Parkdale!
Season's Greetings from Parkdale BIA!
The holidays are here, and so is the magic of giving back to our beloved community!
From Roncesvalles Ave. to Dufferin St., your favourite shops are brimming with unique gifts and heartwarming surprises.
Choose to #ShopLocal and support the amazing businesses that make Parkdale Village such a unique and vibrant community.
Explore Local Businesses Here: Business-Directory
Why Shop Local?
Discover unique products right in our neighbourhood, paired with warm, personalized service.
For every dollar spent locally, 66 cents stays within the community. (Source: Canadian Federation of Independent Businesses - CFIB)
Behind every small business is a dream. And, every time you shop local, you support that dream and help build your community.
Spread the Love!
Share this message with your friends, family, and neighbours, and let’s rally together to make an impact on our small businesses.
Need Posters?
We’re excited to announce that posters are now being distributed exclusively to our valued Parkdale Village BIA members.
If you haven’t received yours yet, we’d be happy to deliver it directly to your store. Simply reach out at [email protected], and we’ll ensure it reaches you as part of the Parkdale Village BIA initiative!
Building Stronger Communities, One Purchase at a Time.
Stay Safe, Support Local, and Enjoy the Holiday Season!
Warm Wishes,
Parkdale Village Business Improvement Area (BIA)
Developments
2461-2475 Dundas St West Refusal Report
At this week’s City Council meeting a decision report was adopted to issue a refusal to the application for Zoning By-law Amendment at 2461-2475 Dundas St, following the recommendation of City Planning. The proposed plan was to redevelop this space into a 29-storey mixed use building with a 4-storey podium including retail on the ground floor. The building would contain 288 residential units (including 9 rental replacement units), 328 bike parking spaces, and 38 vehicle parking spaces.
City Planning found that the proposal “failed to appropriately implement policies of the Official Plan and direction of the Tall Building Design Guidelines. The proposal, in its current form, does not represent good planning and is not in the public interest.”
The full report from Planning staff can be found here: https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2024/te/bgrd/backgroundfile-249271.pdf and further information about the item at Council can be found here: https://secure.toronto.ca/council/agenda-item.do?item=2024.TE17.11.
Further information on the project and what is being proposed can be found on the City's Application Information Centre website here: https://www.toronto.ca/city-government/planning-development/application-details/?id=5482273&pid=148578.
*NEW DATE* Committee of Adjustment Application, 1375 Queen St W
Date changed due to Canada Post strike
The applicant received site plan approval for a 7-storey mixed-use building having a residential gross floor area of 3312 square metres, and a non-residential gross floor area of 268 square metres. 47 rental dwelling units were proposed.
The applicant has now filed an application to increase the height to 8-storeys, reduce the rear building step-back above the fifth storey, reduce the outdoor amenity space, and eliminating on-site parking.
This proposal for an additional storey requires a Committee of Adjustment Minor variance. The site also requires Site Plan application approval.
The Committee of Adjustment Minor Variance request will be heard on January 8 2025.
As Councillor Perks appoints citizens to the Committee of Adjustment to make decisions on minor variances and, on the advice of the Integrity Commissioner, Councillor Perks cannot attempt to influence a member's decision on an application. He does not communicate with the panel members at committee or through written comment about the application.
The Committee of Adjustment process does offer an opportunity for the public to participate in the process. Community members have an opportunity to comment on the application at the virtual Committee of Adjustment hearing.
More information here.
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