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View this email in your browser November 2015 eNewsletter Appointments: Chair, Public Works & Infrastructure Committee Executive Committee Striking Committee Committee of Adjustment Selection Panel Chair, Civic Theatres Nominating Panel Art Gallery of Ontario Board Canadian Film Centre Board North York Community Council  Connect with Jaye  www.jayerobinson.ca  Dear Friends and Neighbours, Winter is right around the corner!  As 2015 dra ws to a close, I've made a push to make road safety a priority going into the New Year. You can read about my Traffic Calming Options Manual , which will be featured as part of the upcoming Road Safety Plan, and also about my meeting with the Commissioner of New York City's Department of Transportation to discuss Vision Zero, an internationally renowned plan to eliminate traffic fatalities.  This month's eNewsletter also showcases a full slate of exciting events in the Ward as well as great information on what to expect  when the city receives its first snowfall. With the holiday season soon upon us, there are plenty of upcoming holiday-themed activities for all ages in Ward 25 - be sure to check out our listings! Shop the Neighbourhood Day  is also coming up on November 28 and is a great way to support your favourite local shops.   As always, please don’t hesitate to get in touch if I can help or if you have any questions or concerns. Just send me an email at [email protected]  or 
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November 2015 eNewsletter

Appointments

Chair Public Works amp

Infrastructure

Committee

Executive Committee

Striking Committee

Committee of

Adjustment Selection

PanelChair Civic Theatres

Nominating Panel

Art Gallery of Ontario

Board

Canadian Film Centre

Board

North York

Community Council

Connect with Jaye

wwwjayerobinsonca

Dear Friends and Neighbours

Winter is right around the corner

As 2015 draws to a close Ive made a push to make

road safety a priority going into the New Year

You can read about my Traffic Calming Options

Manual which will be featured as part of the upcoming

Road Safety Plan and also about my meeting with the

Commissioner of New York Citys Department of

Transportation to discuss Vision Zero an internationally

renowned plan to eliminate traffic fatalities

This months eNewsletter also showcases a full slate of

exciting events in the Ward as well as great information

on what to expect when the city receives its first

snowfall

With the holiday season soon upon us there are plenty

of upcoming holiday-themed activities for all ages in

Ward 25 - be sure to check out our listings Shop the

Neighbourhood Day is also coming up on November 28

and is a great way to support your favourite local shops

As always please donrsquot hesitate to get in touch if I can

help or if you have any questions or concerns Just send

me an email at Councillor_Robinsontorontoca or

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give me a call at (416) 395-6408

I look forward to hearing from you

Warm regards

Table of Contents

Traffic Calming Options Manual

Torontos Road Safety Plan

Noise Bylaw Review

Improving Transparency and

Accountability at the Committee of

Adjustment

Mandatory Downspout Disconnection

Protecting Your Pipes this Winter

Winter Operations Guide

Waste Wizard

Toronto Hydro Outage Map amp Tips

Local Appeal Body

Intensification in the Yonge amp

Eglinton Community

Greater Toronto Airports Authority

Noise Mitigation Initiatives Engagement

Plan

Splash Guards on the

Bayview Bridge

Park Updates

Yorkminster Par k Meals on Wheels

Blythwood Road Work

Shop Local Stychin Tyme

Development Updates

The Holiday Spirit in Ward 25

Public Meetings amp Events

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I was honoured to deliver the opening remarks at Scotiabanks 10th Annual Nuit Blanche festival

City Wide Updates

Traffic Calming Options Manual

As Chair of Public Works Im committed to making our roads safer for all users ndash motorists

pedestrians cyclists and transit users

Thats why earlier this year I moved a motion asking for a comprehensive Road Safety Plan for

Toronto to reduce traffic-related deaths and injuries on our roads

Further at this months Public Works and Infrastructure meeting I requested that an easy-to-use

Traffic Calming Options Manual be developed as part of the Road Safety Plan

The manual will outline all of the different traffic calming options and their impacts costs and

effectiveness The goal is to make the information about traffic calming alternatives transparent and

accessible to everyone ndash whether youre a city official traffic expert or resident

You can read my motion here

A draft of the Road Safety Plan will be coming to the Public Works and Infrastructure Committee in

2016

Torontos Road Safety Plan

Examining best practices in other international jurisdictions is one of the best ways to determine what

our city can do to enhance road safety

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In October I met with the Commissioner of the New York City Department of Transportation Polly

Trottenberg to discuss and share information about transportation and transit initiatives New York is

nationally and internationally recognized as a leader in designing safe streets

One of our main topics of conversation was Vision Zero a strategy initiated in Sweden in 1997 that

strives to reduce traffic fatalities The strategy primarily focuses on analyzing the structural causes of

accidents and then working to address these problems A number of major American cities including

New York Boston and Los Angeles have adopted variations of Vision Zero

Here in Toronto were developing a customized Road Safety Plan that addresses the needs of diverse

road users

We are reviewing our current policies and guidelines on road safety and conducting an enhanced

analysis of collision data A key part of the plan also involves looking at what other cities are doing and

how we can adapt international best practices including Vision Zero to create our own Toronto-specific

road safety initiative

Im kicking off the New Year by chairing a roundtable where well work with key stakeholders to

brainstorm and develop specific strategies to significantly improve the safety of our shared streets

Stay tuned for updates

Jaye with Polly Trottenberg (Commissioner of New York Citys Department of Transportation) and Stephen

Buckley (Torontos General Manager of Transportation Services)

Noise Bylaw Review

As you probably know from previous newsletters the Municipal Licensing and Standards Division is

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reviewing the existing noise bylaw

The goal of the review is to make sure that the noise bylaw is up-to-date based on in-depth research

and extensive public consultation

Between March and August 2015 city staff were hard at work conducting detailed analysis and

soliciting stakeholder and public feedback In order to maximize the opportunity for residents to offer

their feedback I requested that the online survey be extended until mid-September

City staff are currently writing the final report on the review Its expected to head to the Licensing and

Standards Committee on January 22 2016 and will be available online

Committee meetings provide a unique opportunity for residents to offer their feedback in front of City

Councillors staff and fellow residents

If youd like to give a written or oral deputation on the final report of the noise bylaw review in

January please email lsctorontoca or phone 416-397-4592

It was an honour to meet award-winning Ward 25 resident Dr Roberta Bondar at the Toronto Botanical

Gardens Aster Awards

Improving Transparency and Accountability at the Committee of Adjustment

Improvements to the Committee of Adjustment are on the way

Back in June 2014 I moved a successful motion requesting city staff to bring forward a report with

recommendations to improve the Committee of Adjustment In particular I asked for

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Improvements to the notice process including the manner and form of public notices as well as

extending the distribution area and timeline

Training and professional development for Committee of Adjustment panel members

The audio-visual or audio recording of Committee of Adjustment panels and

A public participation strategy to ensure the public is well-informed about the process and has

the tools to effectively engage in Committee of Adjustment hearings

For the full text of my motion click here

Im pleased to announce that at this months Planning and Growth Management Committee city staff

brought forward a report recommending the purchase and installation of a device that would allow for

the full audio-visual recording of Committee of Adjustment meetings

Click here to read the report

Audio-visual recordings of Committee of Adjustment panels will improve the transparency of the

process by keeping a record of the meetings

The device will be installed at City Hall in January 2016

While there is a significant amount of work still to be done to overhaul the Committee of Adjustment

Im heartened to see the realization of one of my long-standing recommendations I look forward to

seeing more improvements to the Committee of Adjustment in the near future

The Planning and Growth Management Committee also requested a report on the feasibility of live-

streaming Committee of Adjustment meetings ndash this means you could follow the meetings from the

comfort of your home

Be on the lookout for that report in 2016

Mandatory Downspout Disconnection

In Toronto its mandatory for property owners to disconnect their downspouts from the citys sewer

system - doing so reduces the risk of basement flooding and improves our citys water quality

While mandatory downspout disconnection is already in effect for most of the city the final area -

including parts of Ward 25 - will be required to disconnect by December 3 2016

To see when your disconnection comes into effect you can view this map

For more information on when you are required to disconnect how to disconnect safely or what kinds of

exemptions are available please click here or call 311

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As Chair of Publ ic Works I was ho noured to join MPP Glen Murray in announcing provincial changes to the

Municipal Class Environmental Assessment system

Protecting Your Pipes this Winter

As the cold weather approaches its important to be proactive and take steps to protect your pipes

from freezing Frozen pipes can leave you without water they can also burst and cause damage toyour home and property

Here are some helpful tips to prevent your pipes from freezing

Be knowledgeable

Make sure you know where the main water shut-off valve is in your home and how to turn it on

and off

Insulate pipes

Insulate pipes with foam pipe covers Pipes at the greatest risk of freezing are those near

outside walls and in crawl spaces attics and garages

Eliminate drafts

Seal all air leaks in your home and garage to prevent cold air from getting in Double-check

around doors windows electrical wiring and pipes

Drain the outdoor water supply

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Outdoor faucets freeze first Unscrew outdoor hoses let the taps drain and turn off the outdoor

water supply

Know a plumber

Have the contact information of a reliable plumber readily available If your pipes are continually

freezing there may be an underlying plumbing problem that requires professional assistance

When the weather drops significantly below 0ordmC ensure that areas containing indoor pipes (especially

those near the water meter) are maintained at 8ordmC or higher Consider opening cabinet doors to let warm

air circulate around the pipes Its also a good idea to keep your garage door closed during extremely

cold weather

For extra peace of mind during a cold snap you can also turn on your tap to run a pencil-thin stream of

water This will ensure some movement of water in the pipes Remember though you will incur fees for

water use if you opt to take this step

I was happy to speak at artist Gregg Segals exhibition 7 Days of Garbage at Union Station The exhibition

was presented in conjunction with Solid Waste Management and brings awareness not only to the amount of

waste we produce but also to the citys Long Term Waste Management Strategy

Winter Operations Guide

Snow Clearing

As Chair of Public Works Im pleased to tell you that the city is prepared to tackle whatever winter

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throws at us We have a great team and a great plan in place

First and foremost weve got a huge arsenal including 571 road plows 329 sidewalk plows 202 salt

trucks and about 1500 personnel

Theres no doubt that snow clearing is a big operation - the city has 5605 km of roads on 9500 streets

along with 6000 km of sidewalks and 262000 driveways

During a winter storm the citys priority is to clear expressways collectors and main roads It may take

extra time to get out to the local streets

Icy sidewalks are a serious pedestrian safety hazard particularly for our older neighbours and those

with accessibility issues So please be nice and clear your ice

Senior city staff advised that contacting 311 the citys 24-hour service portal after a storm is the

fastest and most efficient way to report snow and ice issues Each time you contact 311 your issue is

recorded (with a service request number that can be tracked) and the request goes immediately to

Transportation Services for investigation and follow up

For more information about the citys snow plowing practices click here

Potholes

Snow ice and freeze-thaw cycles can cause serious damage to our roadways

To report potholes phone 311 or visit wwwtorontoca311 Have the closest municipal address on

hand - it helps pothole repair crews work efficiently

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As Chair of Publ ic Works I was happy to announce the citys plan for wi nter operations and was joined

by Stephen Buckley (General Manager of Transportation Services) and Paul Clements (Operations Co-

ordination Manager with Toronto Water)

Waste Wizard

The City of Torontos Solid Waste Management division has a unique tool for residents to use when

theyre unsure of what to do with unwanted stuff

The Waste Wizard is an easy-to-use website designed to help residents sort and dispose of unwanted

items Simply type in an item and Waste Wizard will offer directions on how to dispose of it

Check out the Waste Wizard here

If curbside disposal is not an option why not consider donation Visit the Citys ReUseIt website for

more information

Also as of June 1 stretchy plastics are now accepted in your recycling bin This includes

Milk bags (inner pouches and outer bag)

Bread bags (non-foil)

Sandwichresealable bags

Bulk food bags

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Produce bags

Dry cleaning bags

Newspaperflyer bags

Frozen fruit and vegetable bags (not including stand-up pouches)

Transparent recycling bags

Over-wrap from toilet paper napkins paper towels water and soft drink packaging

Road salt bags

Recycling these items helps divert approximately 3500 additional tonnes of waste from landfills

Keep a close watch on your mailboxes next month as Solid Waste Management Services will

soon be mailing out the 2016 curbside recycling amp collection calendars

Welcoming Grade 9 students to City Hall for Take Our Kids to Work Day

Toronto Hydro Outage Map and Tips

Toronto Hydro just launched a new and improved version of its outage map

The maps new features include status updates on outages and estimated times for

restoration

The outage map is also more user-friendly and provides detailed boundaries of

current outages You can also search the map by address

Toronto Hydro is currently working on a notification program that will provide you with

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updates during major outages You can register for outage alerts here

If power is down following a snow storm Toronto Hydro suggests following these tips

Check to see if your neighbours have power If they dont it is likely that more work is planned

on your street

If your home is the only house without electricity check your electrical panel inside your home

to see if the breakers are in the on position

Check outside and visually inspect if the electrical equipment on your home is damaged or if theservice wire is down If the customer-owned connection point (usually the pipe and wires

attached to your home connected to the powerline) is damaged you may need to contact an

ESA-certified electrical contractor A list is available on the ESArsquos website

at httpwwwesasafecom

In the event of a power outage this winter you can contact Toronto Hydros Customer Care team

at (416) 542-8000 This number can also be used to report emergencies such as downed or

sagging wires

You may also report power outages and streetlight outages by visiting this link or by calling 311

For additional information on emergency preparedness please click here

Local Appeal Body

As no doubt youre aware Toronto is facing incredible intensification pressure Thats why Im pleased

to announce that the city is getting traction on real and significant planning reform

In my first term in office I worked with the former Chair of the Planning and Growth ManagementCommittee to get the establishment of a Local Appeal Body (LAB) off the ground City Council

approved the LAB in July 2014

The LAB will be an independent decision-making body that will replace the Ontario Municipal Board

(OMB) in hearing appeals of minor variance and consent applications

The goal is to give Toronto more control over defining its own neighbourhoods For example the city

not the province will appoint LAB members and set up the appointments process The LAB will also

determine its own rules of practice and procedure

A report from City Planning about the LAB will be c oming to Executive Committee in January 2016

For more information on the LAB check out this staff presentation from Spring 2014

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I was honoured to speak with our Canadian veterans at Sunnybrook Hospitals Remembrance Day

Ceremony

Intensification in the Yonge amp Eglinton Community

Toronto is experiencing unprecedented growth While many neighbourhoods are feeling the pinch few

are experiencing levels of growth and change like the Yonge-Eglinton area This growth has directimpacts on our built form and infrastructure ndash from transit to schools to stormwater management

Thats why in July 2015 I asked the Chief Planner to report on planning tools that can be used to help

manage intensification pressure in the Yonge-Eglinton neighbourhood

The goal of the study the Yonge and Eglinton Growth Built Form and Infrastructure Review is to

develop an evidence-based planning approach that can better inform the development review process

and policy-making moving forward

From my perspective any and all growth needs to be effectively managed to ensure the continuedliveability of our community These planning tools will guide the vision form and fit of future

developments with a focus on the context-specific character of the Yonge-Eglinton neighbourhood

Building on the recently City Council-approved Midtown in Focus a plan focusing on public realm

improvements to streets buildings and open spaces the Yonge and Eglinton Review is really four

plans in one Using recent growth analyses the Review examines built form cultural heritage

community infrastructure and transportation and municipal services

A key component of the review involves a detailed analysis of the performance and capacity of city

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infrastructure including transportation networks water wastewater and energy The final report will

outline what infrastructural improvements would be needed based on projected growth estimates

Expected in Spring 2016 the report will enhance the development review process by providing hard

data on the multiple impacts of intensification in Yonge-Eglinton

The bottom line is that we want to maintain the unique feel of the Yonge-Eglinton neighbourhood and

the characteristics that make it a vibrant community

For updates on the Yonge and Eglinton Growth Built Form and Infrastructure Review click here

Greater Toronto Airports Authority Noise Mitigation Initiatives Engagement Plan

As you may know Toronto Pearson International Airport and the Greater Toronto Airports Authority

(GTAA) started a Noise Mitigation Initiatives Engagement Plan

In 2016 they will be entering into the third phase of this plan which includes public consultation

In the meantime residents can register comments and complaints through Toronto Pearson directly by

contacting the Noise Management Office at 416-247-7682 completing this form or using WebTrak (an

online tracking system that can be used to see arriving and departing flights overhead in your

neighbourhood)

Residents are also invited to participate in Pearsons Community Environment amp Noise Advisory

Committee (CENAC) The committee holds regular meetings where the public is given the opportunity

to discuss and ask questions about noise-related issues

Ward 25 Updates

Splash Guards on the Bayview Bridge

Splash guards have been installed on the Bayview Bridge north of Lawrence

The new splash guards provide safe passage along the bridge for pedestrians in Ward 25 Theyll create

a safer walking route for travel to and from the Crescent School the Toronto French School the York

University Glendon Campus and the Granite Club

Many thanks to Gary Gund Allan Vice and Bruce and Cee Cee Robertson for helping to make this

happen

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Park Updates

Lawrence Park Playground

As mentioned in my previous eNewsletter Parks staff advised that construction on the playground isexpected to begin in Spring 2016

Ill continue to push hard throughout the winter to ensure that this project is prioritized and that shovels

are in the ground as soon as the snow melts

Lord Seaton Park Playground Enhancements

I would like to thank the neighbourhood for attending the public meeting on Thursday November 19

Your input on the upcoming enhancements to this playground is greatly appreciated and I look forwardto posting the final designs on my website as soon as they are available

Mossgrove Park Playground Enhancements

We would like the neighbourhoods input on the conceptual designs for the enhancements of this

playground

We will be organizing a public meeting in the New Year If you havent reached out already but would

like to receive the details when they become available please email my office

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Many thanks to the Grade 12 Politics class from York Mills Collegiate Institute for stopping by City Hall to watch

City Council in action

Yorkminster Park Meals on Wheels

Operating out of the Yorkminster Park Baptist Church at Yonge and St Clair the charity delivers

nutritious meals to the sick elderly and disabled and supports them in their desire to remain at home

and live independently

At present Yorkminster Park Meals on Wheels delivers approximately 12000 hot meals and 20000

frozen meals annually to clients within the North Toronto area While delivering meals to those in need

the volunteers provide a compassionate visit to clients who may not have other social interactions

throughout the day

The charity was founded by volunteers in 1966 and almost 50 years later volunteers continue to be

the backbone of the organization

Charities such as Meals on Wheels rely on the generosity and community spirit of donors

If you would like to make a donation know someone who would benefit from receiving Meals

on Wheels or are interested in volunteer opportunities you may visit their website or contact them via

phone or email

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Phone 416-482-0549

Email infoypmealsonwheelscom

Website wwwypmealsonwheelscom

Many thanks to the local 56th Toronto Cub Scouts for visiting me at City Hall

Blythwood Road Work

Staff have been hard at work resurfacing a section of Blythwood Road east of Mount Pleasant in recent

weeks

Improvements will also be made to the sidewalk and curb including the installation of raised metal

plates called tactile plates at the crosswalk entrance These plates will help alert the visually impaired

that they are entering the road

Finally staff are installing new catch basins to improve drainage and reduce flooding in the valley

The repairs and improvements should be complete by the first week of December weather-permitting

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It was an honour to deliver opening remarks at the Korean Canadian Cultural Associations unveiling of the

Peace Statue

Shop Local Stychin Tyme

Stychin Tyme a small business specializing in mens and womens alternations is moving to Ward 25

Theyll be relocating to 927 Mt Pleasant Road because of a proposed development on Yonge Street

Owner Penny Bedford and her team offer expert tailoring and in some cases can provide you with the

finished product in only a matter of hours

For more information call 416-485-6970

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Jaye welcomes successful small business owner Penny Bedford to the ward

Development Updates

Check out the interactive map on my website with Ward 25s major development proposals and

projects

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88 Erskine Avenue

Applicant Veridoc Developments

Proposal eight-storey 80 unit residential apartments existing 491 unit building on-site will be

maintained

Status Approved by the Ontario Municipal Board (OMB)

101 (99) Erskine and 66 Broadway

Applicant Tridel

Proposal 32-storey 432 unit building the existing apartment building at 66 Broadway will

remain The applicant recently applied to add two storeys resulting in a 34-storey building

Status City Council approved the original application for 32-storeys in October 2012

This new application for the additional two floors will be before the Committee of Adjustment

today November 26

For more information please contact Robert Gibson (Senior Planner) at 416-395-7059

or rgibsontorontoca

18-30 Erskine Avenue

Applicant Pemberton

Proposal 35-storey 300 unit condominium with 153 parking spaces beside John Fisher Public

School

Status The applicant appealed to the Ontario Municipal Board and Ive been working closely with

the local neighborhood organization A mediation session took place in mid-August and the finaldetails will be before City Council in December 2015

For more information please contact Steve Forrester (City Planner) at 416-395-7126

or sforresttorontoca

The Ontario Municipal Board contact for this development is Raymond Borja (Case Coordinator)

and he may be reached at 416-326-5368

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Alaska 2779-2781 Yonge Street 15-17 and 19-21 Strathgowan Avenue

Applicant 165584 Ontario Limited

Proposal 11-storey residential building with 102 condominium units 29 rental replacement units

and ground floor retail

Status Following several revisions the applicant recently appealed to the Ontario Municipal

Board A hearing is scheduled for January 11 2016

For more information please contact John Andreevski (City Planner) at 416-395-7097

or jandreetorontoca

The Ontario Municipal Board contact for this development is Julie Nolan (Case Coordinator) and

she may be reached at 416-326-6782

100 Ranleigh Avenue

Applicant RE Millward amp Associates Ltd

Proposal Four storeys of luxury rental apartments

Status A new application for this site was submitted to City Planning in May 2015

triggering the citys full planning process A community consultation was held on

November 17 2015

For more information please contact John Lyon (City Planner) at 416-395-7095

or jlyontorontoca

888-900 Don Mills Road and 55 Barber Greene Road

Applicant Kwan amp Kwan Limited

Proposal Rezoning to allow relocation of existing on-site banquet hall

Status The application was approved at the Ontario Municipal Board

For more information please contact Guy Matthew (City Planner) at 416-395-7102

or gmatthe2torontoca

740-750 York Mills Road and 17 Farmstead Road

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Applicant Minto

Proposal 260 stacked townhouse units and retention of the three existing rental apartment

buildings

Status Following City Plannings initial community consultation meeting in Fall 2013 the

neighbourhood formed a working group The working group held a series of recent meetings and

recently reached out to the wider neighbourhood with a petition

For more information please contact John Andreevski (City Planner) at 416-395-7097

or jandreetorontoca

You may also contact the working group at yorkmillsleslieworkinggroupgmailcom

16 Kirtling Place

Applicant York-Kirtling Inc

Proposal Six townhouses fronting York Mills Road and one detached house off Kirtling

Status City Planning received this application in August and a community consultation

meeting took place in February 2015 City Plannings final report is expected in the coming

months

For more information please contact Guy Matthew (City Planner) at 416-395-7102

or gmatthe2torontoca

2425-2427 Bayview Avenue

Applicant Urbancorp

Proposal 40 townhouse units

Status Urbancorp purchased the site from Hush and submitted a new application to City

Planning in September 2014 The new application proposes to double the number of townhouses

on the site which were previously approved by the Ontario Municipal Board Urbancorp appealed

to the Ontario Municipal Board short-circuiting city plannings process A hearing is scheduled

for January 4 2016

For more information please contact Guy Matthew (City Planner) at 416-395-7102

or gmatthe2torontoca

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2437 Bayview Avenue

Applicant Larendale Group of Companies

Proposal Two-storey place of worship

Status City Planning received this application in December 2014 and a community consultation

meeting took place in March 2015

For more information please contact Michaelle Corcoran (City Planner) at 416-395-7130

or mcorcortorontoca

103 and 108 Bayview Ridge

Applicant M Behar Planning amp Design Inc

Proposal 11 townhouses fronting Bayview Avenue and four detached houses facing Bayview

Bridge

Status The applicant appealed to the Ontario Municipal Board in late 2013 short circuiting the

citys planning process The application went into mediation last Fall and a hearing was held on

June 1 2015 An OMB decision is expected in the coming months

For more information please contact Guy Matthew (City Planner) at 416-395-7102

or gmatthe2torontoca

The Ontario Municipal Board contact for this development is Julie Nolan (Case Coordinator) and

she may be reached at 416-326-6782

2 Wilket Road

Applicant Goldberg Group

Proposal Seven townhouses fronting Bayview Avenue and a single detached house

fronting Wilket Road

Status The applicant appealed to the Ontario Municipal Board and a hearing is scheduled

for January 18 2016

For more information please contact Guy Matthew (City Planner) at 416-395-7102

or gmatthe2torontoca

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2655-2659 Bayview Avenue and 15 Old Colony Road

Applicant Goldberg Group

Proposal 10 three-storey townhouses fronting Bayview and two detached houses facing

Old Colony Road

Status Following a community consultation in spring 2014 the applicant appealed to the

Ontario Municipal Board A hearing was held on August 26 2015 and an OMB decision is

expected in the coming months

For more information please contact Guy Matthew (City Planner) at 416-395-7102

or gmatthe2torontoca

The Ontario Municipal Board contact for this development is Raymond Borja (Case

Coordinator) and he may be reached at 416-326-5368

1087-1095 Leslie Street (Inn on the Park)

Applicant Tridel

Proposal Four condominium towers with heights of 28 29 24 and 39 storeys containing

1380 units and at-grade commercial space Also proposed are 2 blocks of 3-storey back-

to-back townhouses containing 20 units

Status A community consultation was held in June 2015 and staffs final report can be

expected in the coming months

For more information please contact John Andreevski (City Planner) at 416-395-7097

or jandreetorontoca

You may also visit the developments website by clicking here

200-214 Keewatin Avenue

Applicant 200 Keewatin Developments

Proposal Two 35-storey stacked townhouse blocks comprised of 80 residential units

Status City Planning received this application in February and a community consultation was

held in June 2015 The applicant appealed to the OMB short circuiting the citys full planning

process Ive directed city staff to attend the OMB and oppose this application A hearing hasnt

yet been scheduled

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For more information please contact John Andreevski (City Planner) at 416-395-7097

or jandreetorontoca

You may also visit the developments website by clicking here

49-51 Lawrence Avenue East and 84 Weybourne Crescent

Applicant Bousfields Inc

Proposal A four-storey stacked townhouse development with 22 residential units in two

blocks

Status An application was received by City Planning in May 2015 A community

consultation was held in late September In November 2015 the applicant appealed

directly to the Ontario Municipal Board

For more information please contact Guy Matthew (City Planner) at 416-395-7102

or gmatthe2torontoca

1888 Bayview Avenue

Applicant Tridel

Proposal The construction of a new 8-storey residential apartment building This is Phase 2 of

a two phase project

Status The application was approved by the Committee of Adjustment in August 2015

For more information please contact Kaitlyn Graham (Assistant Planner) at 416-395-7052

or kgrahamtorontoca

2851 Yonge Street

Applicant RE Millward amp Associates Ltd

Proposal An eight-storey 49 unit rental apartment building

Status City Planning received this application in April 2015 and a community consultation was

held in late September

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For more information please contact Michaelle Corcoran (City Planner) at 416-395-7130

or mcorcortorontoca

100 Broadway

Applicant Broadway Developments Inc

Proposal 34-storey apartment building with 329 residential apartment units

Status An application has been submitted Staffs preliminary report is expected for

January 2016 with a community consultation scheduled shortly afterwards

For more information please contact John Andreevski (City Planner) at 416-395-7097

or jandreetorontoca

169 The Donway West

Applicant Bousfields Inc

Proposal Mixed use development with a 34-storey tower and a 39-storey tower with a 2-

storey connecting base 736 residential units and 3000 square meters of retailoffice

space on the ground floor

Status An application has been submitted Staffs preliminary report is expected in the

coming months

For more information please contact John Lyon (City Planner) at 416-395-7095

or jlyontorontoca

Bayview Avenue Design Guidelines Planning Study

Background Townhouse design guidelines study of Bayview Avenue between Lawrence

Avenue and the 401

Status The Bayview Design Guidelines were passed at the November 2015 North York

Community Council meeting

For more information please contact Guy Matthew (City Planner) at 416-395-7102

or gmatthe2torontoca

You can also finding more information by clicking here

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Midtown in Focus Planning Study

Background A parks open space and st reetscape master plan for the Yonge and Eglinton

neighbourhood

Status Adopted by City Council

For more information please contact Leo DeSorcy (City Planner) at 416-395-7139

or ldesorcytorontoca

You can also finding more information by clicking here

Public Meetings and Events

The Holiday Spirit in Ward 25

December is just around the corner and Torontonians are getting into the holiday spirit

Were fortunate in a city as big as ours to have an abundance of community events and activities for

each member of your family to take part in

This is the time of year when arts and culture thrives and you dont have to look far to find

entertainment for all ages

If youre looking for live music the North York Concert Orchestras presentation of Soireacutees Musicales

is on December 12 This performance led by a talented group of musicians is not to be missed

If youd like to get a head start on your shopping ndash and beat the crowds ndash be sure to visit your local

business improvement area

Many boutiques and shops in the Yonge-Lawrence and Uptown Yonge BIAs participate in

YellowPages Shop the Neighbourhood Day on November 28 This is a great opportunity to support

local businesses and restaurants

If youre looking for local fare to serve at your holiday party be sure to visit the Organic Farmers

Market at the Toronto Botanical Garden This market held every Thursday from 2 to 7 pm offers the

best in local produce prepared food and much more

Outreach to those in need is especially important around the holidays The North York Harvest Food

Bank serves as the primary food bank for North Toronto and in 2014 alone served over 2 million

pounds of food

If youd like to volunteer with their organization or donate to their programs be sure to visit

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wwwnorthyorkharvestcom

No matter what age you are or which activities you choose to take part in enjoy everything your

community has to offer and have a safe and happy holiday season

Uptown Yonge BIA Annual Tree Lighting Ceremony

Date Friday November 27

Time 700 pm

Location St Clements Parkette (14 St Clements Avenue)

Please join the Uptown Yonge BIA as they light up their Christmas tree

For more information please click here

49th Annual Cavalcade of Lights

Date Saturday November 28

Time 600 pm

Location Nathan Phillips Square (100 Queen Street W)

Mark the start of the holiday season by stopping by the 49th Annual Cavalcade of Lights in

Nathan Phillips Square

There is a great line-up of activities for the entire family For more information please click

here

YellowPages Shop the Neighbourhood Day

Date Saturday November 28

Location Participating businesses across Toronto

ShopTheHood is coming up fast Support local businesses in our neighbourhoods on

November 28

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Lawrence Park Community Church Christmas Market

Date Sunday November 29

Time 1130 am to 330 pm

Location Lawrence Park Community Church (2180 Bayview Avenue)

Get into the Christmas spirit by visiting the LPCCs Christmas Market on Sunday November 29

For more information please click here

Tree Planting Strategy Public Meeting and Survey

Date Monday November 30

Time 630 pm to 900 pm

Location Toronto City Hall Committee Room 2 (100 Queen Street W)

The City recognizes the significant community and environmental benefits of our urban forest

and is seeking your input on the development of programs and tools necessary to increase tree

planting on private land

Youre welcome to attend the public meeting above or to contribute your feedback through their

online survey which is available until December 14

For more information please click here

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Toronto Botanical Garden Holiday Market amp Open House

Date Thursday December 3

Time Noon to 900 pm

Location 777 Lawrence Ave E

Be sure to visit the Toronto Botanical Gardens Annual Holiday Market and Open House next

Thursday December 3 Theres no better way to get into the holiday spirit

For more information please click here

Yorkminster Park Baptist Church 7th Annual City Carol Sing

Date Saturday December 5

Time 200 pm

Location 1585 Yonge Street (1 block north of St Clair Avenue)

For more information on this great event and the line-up of special guests please click

here

North York Concert Orchestra Soiregravees Musicales

Date Saturday December 12

Time 800 pm (pre-concert chat at 730 pm)

Location Yorkminster Citadel (1 Lord Seaton Road)

The North York Concert Orchestras 2015-2016 season is now underway Join them for their

presentation of Soiregravees Musicales

For more information and ticket prices please click here

Toronto Botanical Garden Weekly Organic Farmers Market

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Date Every Thursday

Time 200 pm to 700 pm

Location 777 Lawrence Ave E

Head to the TBG on Thursdays to pick up local produce bread meat cheese honey prepared

food and more

For more information please click here

Toronto Public Library Tea amp Movies for Seniors at the Don Mills Branch

Date Friday Afternoons in the New Year

Time 200 pm

Location 888 Lawrence Ave E

The Don Mills Branch will be offering new programs for seniors in the new year including

tea amp movies on Friday afternoons

For more information please click here or call 416-395-5710

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give me a call at (416) 395-6408

I look forward to hearing from you

Warm regards

Table of Contents

Traffic Calming Options Manual

Torontos Road Safety Plan

Noise Bylaw Review

Improving Transparency and

Accountability at the Committee of

Adjustment

Mandatory Downspout Disconnection

Protecting Your Pipes this Winter

Winter Operations Guide

Waste Wizard

Toronto Hydro Outage Map amp Tips

Local Appeal Body

Intensification in the Yonge amp

Eglinton Community

Greater Toronto Airports Authority

Noise Mitigation Initiatives Engagement

Plan

Splash Guards on the

Bayview Bridge

Park Updates

Yorkminster Par k Meals on Wheels

Blythwood Road Work

Shop Local Stychin Tyme

Development Updates

The Holiday Spirit in Ward 25

Public Meetings amp Events

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I was honoured to deliver the opening remarks at Scotiabanks 10th Annual Nuit Blanche festival

City Wide Updates

Traffic Calming Options Manual

As Chair of Public Works Im committed to making our roads safer for all users ndash motorists

pedestrians cyclists and transit users

Thats why earlier this year I moved a motion asking for a comprehensive Road Safety Plan for

Toronto to reduce traffic-related deaths and injuries on our roads

Further at this months Public Works and Infrastructure meeting I requested that an easy-to-use

Traffic Calming Options Manual be developed as part of the Road Safety Plan

The manual will outline all of the different traffic calming options and their impacts costs and

effectiveness The goal is to make the information about traffic calming alternatives transparent and

accessible to everyone ndash whether youre a city official traffic expert or resident

You can read my motion here

A draft of the Road Safety Plan will be coming to the Public Works and Infrastructure Committee in

2016

Torontos Road Safety Plan

Examining best practices in other international jurisdictions is one of the best ways to determine what

our city can do to enhance road safety

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In October I met with the Commissioner of the New York City Department of Transportation Polly

Trottenberg to discuss and share information about transportation and transit initiatives New York is

nationally and internationally recognized as a leader in designing safe streets

One of our main topics of conversation was Vision Zero a strategy initiated in Sweden in 1997 that

strives to reduce traffic fatalities The strategy primarily focuses on analyzing the structural causes of

accidents and then working to address these problems A number of major American cities including

New York Boston and Los Angeles have adopted variations of Vision Zero

Here in Toronto were developing a customized Road Safety Plan that addresses the needs of diverse

road users

We are reviewing our current policies and guidelines on road safety and conducting an enhanced

analysis of collision data A key part of the plan also involves looking at what other cities are doing and

how we can adapt international best practices including Vision Zero to create our own Toronto-specific

road safety initiative

Im kicking off the New Year by chairing a roundtable where well work with key stakeholders to

brainstorm and develop specific strategies to significantly improve the safety of our shared streets

Stay tuned for updates

Jaye with Polly Trottenberg (Commissioner of New York Citys Department of Transportation) and Stephen

Buckley (Torontos General Manager of Transportation Services)

Noise Bylaw Review

As you probably know from previous newsletters the Municipal Licensing and Standards Division is

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reviewing the existing noise bylaw

The goal of the review is to make sure that the noise bylaw is up-to-date based on in-depth research

and extensive public consultation

Between March and August 2015 city staff were hard at work conducting detailed analysis and

soliciting stakeholder and public feedback In order to maximize the opportunity for residents to offer

their feedback I requested that the online survey be extended until mid-September

City staff are currently writing the final report on the review Its expected to head to the Licensing and

Standards Committee on January 22 2016 and will be available online

Committee meetings provide a unique opportunity for residents to offer their feedback in front of City

Councillors staff and fellow residents

If youd like to give a written or oral deputation on the final report of the noise bylaw review in

January please email lsctorontoca or phone 416-397-4592

It was an honour to meet award-winning Ward 25 resident Dr Roberta Bondar at the Toronto Botanical

Gardens Aster Awards

Improving Transparency and Accountability at the Committee of Adjustment

Improvements to the Committee of Adjustment are on the way

Back in June 2014 I moved a successful motion requesting city staff to bring forward a report with

recommendations to improve the Committee of Adjustment In particular I asked for

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Improvements to the notice process including the manner and form of public notices as well as

extending the distribution area and timeline

Training and professional development for Committee of Adjustment panel members

The audio-visual or audio recording of Committee of Adjustment panels and

A public participation strategy to ensure the public is well-informed about the process and has

the tools to effectively engage in Committee of Adjustment hearings

For the full text of my motion click here

Im pleased to announce that at this months Planning and Growth Management Committee city staff

brought forward a report recommending the purchase and installation of a device that would allow for

the full audio-visual recording of Committee of Adjustment meetings

Click here to read the report

Audio-visual recordings of Committee of Adjustment panels will improve the transparency of the

process by keeping a record of the meetings

The device will be installed at City Hall in January 2016

While there is a significant amount of work still to be done to overhaul the Committee of Adjustment

Im heartened to see the realization of one of my long-standing recommendations I look forward to

seeing more improvements to the Committee of Adjustment in the near future

The Planning and Growth Management Committee also requested a report on the feasibility of live-

streaming Committee of Adjustment meetings ndash this means you could follow the meetings from the

comfort of your home

Be on the lookout for that report in 2016

Mandatory Downspout Disconnection

In Toronto its mandatory for property owners to disconnect their downspouts from the citys sewer

system - doing so reduces the risk of basement flooding and improves our citys water quality

While mandatory downspout disconnection is already in effect for most of the city the final area -

including parts of Ward 25 - will be required to disconnect by December 3 2016

To see when your disconnection comes into effect you can view this map

For more information on when you are required to disconnect how to disconnect safely or what kinds of

exemptions are available please click here or call 311

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As Chair of Publ ic Works I was ho noured to join MPP Glen Murray in announcing provincial changes to the

Municipal Class Environmental Assessment system

Protecting Your Pipes this Winter

As the cold weather approaches its important to be proactive and take steps to protect your pipes

from freezing Frozen pipes can leave you without water they can also burst and cause damage toyour home and property

Here are some helpful tips to prevent your pipes from freezing

Be knowledgeable

Make sure you know where the main water shut-off valve is in your home and how to turn it on

and off

Insulate pipes

Insulate pipes with foam pipe covers Pipes at the greatest risk of freezing are those near

outside walls and in crawl spaces attics and garages

Eliminate drafts

Seal all air leaks in your home and garage to prevent cold air from getting in Double-check

around doors windows electrical wiring and pipes

Drain the outdoor water supply

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Outdoor faucets freeze first Unscrew outdoor hoses let the taps drain and turn off the outdoor

water supply

Know a plumber

Have the contact information of a reliable plumber readily available If your pipes are continually

freezing there may be an underlying plumbing problem that requires professional assistance

When the weather drops significantly below 0ordmC ensure that areas containing indoor pipes (especially

those near the water meter) are maintained at 8ordmC or higher Consider opening cabinet doors to let warm

air circulate around the pipes Its also a good idea to keep your garage door closed during extremely

cold weather

For extra peace of mind during a cold snap you can also turn on your tap to run a pencil-thin stream of

water This will ensure some movement of water in the pipes Remember though you will incur fees for

water use if you opt to take this step

I was happy to speak at artist Gregg Segals exhibition 7 Days of Garbage at Union Station The exhibition

was presented in conjunction with Solid Waste Management and brings awareness not only to the amount of

waste we produce but also to the citys Long Term Waste Management Strategy

Winter Operations Guide

Snow Clearing

As Chair of Public Works Im pleased to tell you that the city is prepared to tackle whatever winter

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throws at us We have a great team and a great plan in place

First and foremost weve got a huge arsenal including 571 road plows 329 sidewalk plows 202 salt

trucks and about 1500 personnel

Theres no doubt that snow clearing is a big operation - the city has 5605 km of roads on 9500 streets

along with 6000 km of sidewalks and 262000 driveways

During a winter storm the citys priority is to clear expressways collectors and main roads It may take

extra time to get out to the local streets

Icy sidewalks are a serious pedestrian safety hazard particularly for our older neighbours and those

with accessibility issues So please be nice and clear your ice

Senior city staff advised that contacting 311 the citys 24-hour service portal after a storm is the

fastest and most efficient way to report snow and ice issues Each time you contact 311 your issue is

recorded (with a service request number that can be tracked) and the request goes immediately to

Transportation Services for investigation and follow up

For more information about the citys snow plowing practices click here

Potholes

Snow ice and freeze-thaw cycles can cause serious damage to our roadways

To report potholes phone 311 or visit wwwtorontoca311 Have the closest municipal address on

hand - it helps pothole repair crews work efficiently

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As Chair of Publ ic Works I was happy to announce the citys plan for wi nter operations and was joined

by Stephen Buckley (General Manager of Transportation Services) and Paul Clements (Operations Co-

ordination Manager with Toronto Water)

Waste Wizard

The City of Torontos Solid Waste Management division has a unique tool for residents to use when

theyre unsure of what to do with unwanted stuff

The Waste Wizard is an easy-to-use website designed to help residents sort and dispose of unwanted

items Simply type in an item and Waste Wizard will offer directions on how to dispose of it

Check out the Waste Wizard here

If curbside disposal is not an option why not consider donation Visit the Citys ReUseIt website for

more information

Also as of June 1 stretchy plastics are now accepted in your recycling bin This includes

Milk bags (inner pouches and outer bag)

Bread bags (non-foil)

Sandwichresealable bags

Bulk food bags

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Produce bags

Dry cleaning bags

Newspaperflyer bags

Frozen fruit and vegetable bags (not including stand-up pouches)

Transparent recycling bags

Over-wrap from toilet paper napkins paper towels water and soft drink packaging

Road salt bags

Recycling these items helps divert approximately 3500 additional tonnes of waste from landfills

Keep a close watch on your mailboxes next month as Solid Waste Management Services will

soon be mailing out the 2016 curbside recycling amp collection calendars

Welcoming Grade 9 students to City Hall for Take Our Kids to Work Day

Toronto Hydro Outage Map and Tips

Toronto Hydro just launched a new and improved version of its outage map

The maps new features include status updates on outages and estimated times for

restoration

The outage map is also more user-friendly and provides detailed boundaries of

current outages You can also search the map by address

Toronto Hydro is currently working on a notification program that will provide you with

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updates during major outages You can register for outage alerts here

If power is down following a snow storm Toronto Hydro suggests following these tips

Check to see if your neighbours have power If they dont it is likely that more work is planned

on your street

If your home is the only house without electricity check your electrical panel inside your home

to see if the breakers are in the on position

Check outside and visually inspect if the electrical equipment on your home is damaged or if theservice wire is down If the customer-owned connection point (usually the pipe and wires

attached to your home connected to the powerline) is damaged you may need to contact an

ESA-certified electrical contractor A list is available on the ESArsquos website

at httpwwwesasafecom

In the event of a power outage this winter you can contact Toronto Hydros Customer Care team

at (416) 542-8000 This number can also be used to report emergencies such as downed or

sagging wires

You may also report power outages and streetlight outages by visiting this link or by calling 311

For additional information on emergency preparedness please click here

Local Appeal Body

As no doubt youre aware Toronto is facing incredible intensification pressure Thats why Im pleased

to announce that the city is getting traction on real and significant planning reform

In my first term in office I worked with the former Chair of the Planning and Growth ManagementCommittee to get the establishment of a Local Appeal Body (LAB) off the ground City Council

approved the LAB in July 2014

The LAB will be an independent decision-making body that will replace the Ontario Municipal Board

(OMB) in hearing appeals of minor variance and consent applications

The goal is to give Toronto more control over defining its own neighbourhoods For example the city

not the province will appoint LAB members and set up the appointments process The LAB will also

determine its own rules of practice and procedure

A report from City Planning about the LAB will be c oming to Executive Committee in January 2016

For more information on the LAB check out this staff presentation from Spring 2014

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I was honoured to speak with our Canadian veterans at Sunnybrook Hospitals Remembrance Day

Ceremony

Intensification in the Yonge amp Eglinton Community

Toronto is experiencing unprecedented growth While many neighbourhoods are feeling the pinch few

are experiencing levels of growth and change like the Yonge-Eglinton area This growth has directimpacts on our built form and infrastructure ndash from transit to schools to stormwater management

Thats why in July 2015 I asked the Chief Planner to report on planning tools that can be used to help

manage intensification pressure in the Yonge-Eglinton neighbourhood

The goal of the study the Yonge and Eglinton Growth Built Form and Infrastructure Review is to

develop an evidence-based planning approach that can better inform the development review process

and policy-making moving forward

From my perspective any and all growth needs to be effectively managed to ensure the continuedliveability of our community These planning tools will guide the vision form and fit of future

developments with a focus on the context-specific character of the Yonge-Eglinton neighbourhood

Building on the recently City Council-approved Midtown in Focus a plan focusing on public realm

improvements to streets buildings and open spaces the Yonge and Eglinton Review is really four

plans in one Using recent growth analyses the Review examines built form cultural heritage

community infrastructure and transportation and municipal services

A key component of the review involves a detailed analysis of the performance and capacity of city

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infrastructure including transportation networks water wastewater and energy The final report will

outline what infrastructural improvements would be needed based on projected growth estimates

Expected in Spring 2016 the report will enhance the development review process by providing hard

data on the multiple impacts of intensification in Yonge-Eglinton

The bottom line is that we want to maintain the unique feel of the Yonge-Eglinton neighbourhood and

the characteristics that make it a vibrant community

For updates on the Yonge and Eglinton Growth Built Form and Infrastructure Review click here

Greater Toronto Airports Authority Noise Mitigation Initiatives Engagement Plan

As you may know Toronto Pearson International Airport and the Greater Toronto Airports Authority

(GTAA) started a Noise Mitigation Initiatives Engagement Plan

In 2016 they will be entering into the third phase of this plan which includes public consultation

In the meantime residents can register comments and complaints through Toronto Pearson directly by

contacting the Noise Management Office at 416-247-7682 completing this form or using WebTrak (an

online tracking system that can be used to see arriving and departing flights overhead in your

neighbourhood)

Residents are also invited to participate in Pearsons Community Environment amp Noise Advisory

Committee (CENAC) The committee holds regular meetings where the public is given the opportunity

to discuss and ask questions about noise-related issues

Ward 25 Updates

Splash Guards on the Bayview Bridge

Splash guards have been installed on the Bayview Bridge north of Lawrence

The new splash guards provide safe passage along the bridge for pedestrians in Ward 25 Theyll create

a safer walking route for travel to and from the Crescent School the Toronto French School the York

University Glendon Campus and the Granite Club

Many thanks to Gary Gund Allan Vice and Bruce and Cee Cee Robertson for helping to make this

happen

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Park Updates

Lawrence Park Playground

As mentioned in my previous eNewsletter Parks staff advised that construction on the playground isexpected to begin in Spring 2016

Ill continue to push hard throughout the winter to ensure that this project is prioritized and that shovels

are in the ground as soon as the snow melts

Lord Seaton Park Playground Enhancements

I would like to thank the neighbourhood for attending the public meeting on Thursday November 19

Your input on the upcoming enhancements to this playground is greatly appreciated and I look forwardto posting the final designs on my website as soon as they are available

Mossgrove Park Playground Enhancements

We would like the neighbourhoods input on the conceptual designs for the enhancements of this

playground

We will be organizing a public meeting in the New Year If you havent reached out already but would

like to receive the details when they become available please email my office

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Many thanks to the Grade 12 Politics class from York Mills Collegiate Institute for stopping by City Hall to watch

City Council in action

Yorkminster Park Meals on Wheels

Operating out of the Yorkminster Park Baptist Church at Yonge and St Clair the charity delivers

nutritious meals to the sick elderly and disabled and supports them in their desire to remain at home

and live independently

At present Yorkminster Park Meals on Wheels delivers approximately 12000 hot meals and 20000

frozen meals annually to clients within the North Toronto area While delivering meals to those in need

the volunteers provide a compassionate visit to clients who may not have other social interactions

throughout the day

The charity was founded by volunteers in 1966 and almost 50 years later volunteers continue to be

the backbone of the organization

Charities such as Meals on Wheels rely on the generosity and community spirit of donors

If you would like to make a donation know someone who would benefit from receiving Meals

on Wheels or are interested in volunteer opportunities you may visit their website or contact them via

phone or email

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Phone 416-482-0549

Email infoypmealsonwheelscom

Website wwwypmealsonwheelscom

Many thanks to the local 56th Toronto Cub Scouts for visiting me at City Hall

Blythwood Road Work

Staff have been hard at work resurfacing a section of Blythwood Road east of Mount Pleasant in recent

weeks

Improvements will also be made to the sidewalk and curb including the installation of raised metal

plates called tactile plates at the crosswalk entrance These plates will help alert the visually impaired

that they are entering the road

Finally staff are installing new catch basins to improve drainage and reduce flooding in the valley

The repairs and improvements should be complete by the first week of December weather-permitting

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It was an honour to deliver opening remarks at the Korean Canadian Cultural Associations unveiling of the

Peace Statue

Shop Local Stychin Tyme

Stychin Tyme a small business specializing in mens and womens alternations is moving to Ward 25

Theyll be relocating to 927 Mt Pleasant Road because of a proposed development on Yonge Street

Owner Penny Bedford and her team offer expert tailoring and in some cases can provide you with the

finished product in only a matter of hours

For more information call 416-485-6970

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Jaye welcomes successful small business owner Penny Bedford to the ward

Development Updates

Check out the interactive map on my website with Ward 25s major development proposals and

projects

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88 Erskine Avenue

Applicant Veridoc Developments

Proposal eight-storey 80 unit residential apartments existing 491 unit building on-site will be

maintained

Status Approved by the Ontario Municipal Board (OMB)

101 (99) Erskine and 66 Broadway

Applicant Tridel

Proposal 32-storey 432 unit building the existing apartment building at 66 Broadway will

remain The applicant recently applied to add two storeys resulting in a 34-storey building

Status City Council approved the original application for 32-storeys in October 2012

This new application for the additional two floors will be before the Committee of Adjustment

today November 26

For more information please contact Robert Gibson (Senior Planner) at 416-395-7059

or rgibsontorontoca

18-30 Erskine Avenue

Applicant Pemberton

Proposal 35-storey 300 unit condominium with 153 parking spaces beside John Fisher Public

School

Status The applicant appealed to the Ontario Municipal Board and Ive been working closely with

the local neighborhood organization A mediation session took place in mid-August and the finaldetails will be before City Council in December 2015

For more information please contact Steve Forrester (City Planner) at 416-395-7126

or sforresttorontoca

The Ontario Municipal Board contact for this development is Raymond Borja (Case Coordinator)

and he may be reached at 416-326-5368

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Alaska 2779-2781 Yonge Street 15-17 and 19-21 Strathgowan Avenue

Applicant 165584 Ontario Limited

Proposal 11-storey residential building with 102 condominium units 29 rental replacement units

and ground floor retail

Status Following several revisions the applicant recently appealed to the Ontario Municipal

Board A hearing is scheduled for January 11 2016

For more information please contact John Andreevski (City Planner) at 416-395-7097

or jandreetorontoca

The Ontario Municipal Board contact for this development is Julie Nolan (Case Coordinator) and

she may be reached at 416-326-6782

100 Ranleigh Avenue

Applicant RE Millward amp Associates Ltd

Proposal Four storeys of luxury rental apartments

Status A new application for this site was submitted to City Planning in May 2015

triggering the citys full planning process A community consultation was held on

November 17 2015

For more information please contact John Lyon (City Planner) at 416-395-7095

or jlyontorontoca

888-900 Don Mills Road and 55 Barber Greene Road

Applicant Kwan amp Kwan Limited

Proposal Rezoning to allow relocation of existing on-site banquet hall

Status The application was approved at the Ontario Municipal Board

For more information please contact Guy Matthew (City Planner) at 416-395-7102

or gmatthe2torontoca

740-750 York Mills Road and 17 Farmstead Road

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Applicant Minto

Proposal 260 stacked townhouse units and retention of the three existing rental apartment

buildings

Status Following City Plannings initial community consultation meeting in Fall 2013 the

neighbourhood formed a working group The working group held a series of recent meetings and

recently reached out to the wider neighbourhood with a petition

For more information please contact John Andreevski (City Planner) at 416-395-7097

or jandreetorontoca

You may also contact the working group at yorkmillsleslieworkinggroupgmailcom

16 Kirtling Place

Applicant York-Kirtling Inc

Proposal Six townhouses fronting York Mills Road and one detached house off Kirtling

Status City Planning received this application in August and a community consultation

meeting took place in February 2015 City Plannings final report is expected in the coming

months

For more information please contact Guy Matthew (City Planner) at 416-395-7102

or gmatthe2torontoca

2425-2427 Bayview Avenue

Applicant Urbancorp

Proposal 40 townhouse units

Status Urbancorp purchased the site from Hush and submitted a new application to City

Planning in September 2014 The new application proposes to double the number of townhouses

on the site which were previously approved by the Ontario Municipal Board Urbancorp appealed

to the Ontario Municipal Board short-circuiting city plannings process A hearing is scheduled

for January 4 2016

For more information please contact Guy Matthew (City Planner) at 416-395-7102

or gmatthe2torontoca

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2437 Bayview Avenue

Applicant Larendale Group of Companies

Proposal Two-storey place of worship

Status City Planning received this application in December 2014 and a community consultation

meeting took place in March 2015

For more information please contact Michaelle Corcoran (City Planner) at 416-395-7130

or mcorcortorontoca

103 and 108 Bayview Ridge

Applicant M Behar Planning amp Design Inc

Proposal 11 townhouses fronting Bayview Avenue and four detached houses facing Bayview

Bridge

Status The applicant appealed to the Ontario Municipal Board in late 2013 short circuiting the

citys planning process The application went into mediation last Fall and a hearing was held on

June 1 2015 An OMB decision is expected in the coming months

For more information please contact Guy Matthew (City Planner) at 416-395-7102

or gmatthe2torontoca

The Ontario Municipal Board contact for this development is Julie Nolan (Case Coordinator) and

she may be reached at 416-326-6782

2 Wilket Road

Applicant Goldberg Group

Proposal Seven townhouses fronting Bayview Avenue and a single detached house

fronting Wilket Road

Status The applicant appealed to the Ontario Municipal Board and a hearing is scheduled

for January 18 2016

For more information please contact Guy Matthew (City Planner) at 416-395-7102

or gmatthe2torontoca

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2655-2659 Bayview Avenue and 15 Old Colony Road

Applicant Goldberg Group

Proposal 10 three-storey townhouses fronting Bayview and two detached houses facing

Old Colony Road

Status Following a community consultation in spring 2014 the applicant appealed to the

Ontario Municipal Board A hearing was held on August 26 2015 and an OMB decision is

expected in the coming months

For more information please contact Guy Matthew (City Planner) at 416-395-7102

or gmatthe2torontoca

The Ontario Municipal Board contact for this development is Raymond Borja (Case

Coordinator) and he may be reached at 416-326-5368

1087-1095 Leslie Street (Inn on the Park)

Applicant Tridel

Proposal Four condominium towers with heights of 28 29 24 and 39 storeys containing

1380 units and at-grade commercial space Also proposed are 2 blocks of 3-storey back-

to-back townhouses containing 20 units

Status A community consultation was held in June 2015 and staffs final report can be

expected in the coming months

For more information please contact John Andreevski (City Planner) at 416-395-7097

or jandreetorontoca

You may also visit the developments website by clicking here

200-214 Keewatin Avenue

Applicant 200 Keewatin Developments

Proposal Two 35-storey stacked townhouse blocks comprised of 80 residential units

Status City Planning received this application in February and a community consultation was

held in June 2015 The applicant appealed to the OMB short circuiting the citys full planning

process Ive directed city staff to attend the OMB and oppose this application A hearing hasnt

yet been scheduled

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For more information please contact John Andreevski (City Planner) at 416-395-7097

or jandreetorontoca

You may also visit the developments website by clicking here

49-51 Lawrence Avenue East and 84 Weybourne Crescent

Applicant Bousfields Inc

Proposal A four-storey stacked townhouse development with 22 residential units in two

blocks

Status An application was received by City Planning in May 2015 A community

consultation was held in late September In November 2015 the applicant appealed

directly to the Ontario Municipal Board

For more information please contact Guy Matthew (City Planner) at 416-395-7102

or gmatthe2torontoca

1888 Bayview Avenue

Applicant Tridel

Proposal The construction of a new 8-storey residential apartment building This is Phase 2 of

a two phase project

Status The application was approved by the Committee of Adjustment in August 2015

For more information please contact Kaitlyn Graham (Assistant Planner) at 416-395-7052

or kgrahamtorontoca

2851 Yonge Street

Applicant RE Millward amp Associates Ltd

Proposal An eight-storey 49 unit rental apartment building

Status City Planning received this application in April 2015 and a community consultation was

held in late September

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For more information please contact Michaelle Corcoran (City Planner) at 416-395-7130

or mcorcortorontoca

100 Broadway

Applicant Broadway Developments Inc

Proposal 34-storey apartment building with 329 residential apartment units

Status An application has been submitted Staffs preliminary report is expected for

January 2016 with a community consultation scheduled shortly afterwards

For more information please contact John Andreevski (City Planner) at 416-395-7097

or jandreetorontoca

169 The Donway West

Applicant Bousfields Inc

Proposal Mixed use development with a 34-storey tower and a 39-storey tower with a 2-

storey connecting base 736 residential units and 3000 square meters of retailoffice

space on the ground floor

Status An application has been submitted Staffs preliminary report is expected in the

coming months

For more information please contact John Lyon (City Planner) at 416-395-7095

or jlyontorontoca

Bayview Avenue Design Guidelines Planning Study

Background Townhouse design guidelines study of Bayview Avenue between Lawrence

Avenue and the 401

Status The Bayview Design Guidelines were passed at the November 2015 North York

Community Council meeting

For more information please contact Guy Matthew (City Planner) at 416-395-7102

or gmatthe2torontoca

You can also finding more information by clicking here

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Midtown in Focus Planning Study

Background A parks open space and st reetscape master plan for the Yonge and Eglinton

neighbourhood

Status Adopted by City Council

For more information please contact Leo DeSorcy (City Planner) at 416-395-7139

or ldesorcytorontoca

You can also finding more information by clicking here

Public Meetings and Events

The Holiday Spirit in Ward 25

December is just around the corner and Torontonians are getting into the holiday spirit

Were fortunate in a city as big as ours to have an abundance of community events and activities for

each member of your family to take part in

This is the time of year when arts and culture thrives and you dont have to look far to find

entertainment for all ages

If youre looking for live music the North York Concert Orchestras presentation of Soireacutees Musicales

is on December 12 This performance led by a talented group of musicians is not to be missed

If youd like to get a head start on your shopping ndash and beat the crowds ndash be sure to visit your local

business improvement area

Many boutiques and shops in the Yonge-Lawrence and Uptown Yonge BIAs participate in

YellowPages Shop the Neighbourhood Day on November 28 This is a great opportunity to support

local businesses and restaurants

If youre looking for local fare to serve at your holiday party be sure to visit the Organic Farmers

Market at the Toronto Botanical Garden This market held every Thursday from 2 to 7 pm offers the

best in local produce prepared food and much more

Outreach to those in need is especially important around the holidays The North York Harvest Food

Bank serves as the primary food bank for North Toronto and in 2014 alone served over 2 million

pounds of food

If youd like to volunteer with their organization or donate to their programs be sure to visit

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wwwnorthyorkharvestcom

No matter what age you are or which activities you choose to take part in enjoy everything your

community has to offer and have a safe and happy holiday season

Uptown Yonge BIA Annual Tree Lighting Ceremony

Date Friday November 27

Time 700 pm

Location St Clements Parkette (14 St Clements Avenue)

Please join the Uptown Yonge BIA as they light up their Christmas tree

For more information please click here

49th Annual Cavalcade of Lights

Date Saturday November 28

Time 600 pm

Location Nathan Phillips Square (100 Queen Street W)

Mark the start of the holiday season by stopping by the 49th Annual Cavalcade of Lights in

Nathan Phillips Square

There is a great line-up of activities for the entire family For more information please click

here

YellowPages Shop the Neighbourhood Day

Date Saturday November 28

Location Participating businesses across Toronto

ShopTheHood is coming up fast Support local businesses in our neighbourhoods on

November 28

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Lawrence Park Community Church Christmas Market

Date Sunday November 29

Time 1130 am to 330 pm

Location Lawrence Park Community Church (2180 Bayview Avenue)

Get into the Christmas spirit by visiting the LPCCs Christmas Market on Sunday November 29

For more information please click here

Tree Planting Strategy Public Meeting and Survey

Date Monday November 30

Time 630 pm to 900 pm

Location Toronto City Hall Committee Room 2 (100 Queen Street W)

The City recognizes the significant community and environmental benefits of our urban forest

and is seeking your input on the development of programs and tools necessary to increase tree

planting on private land

Youre welcome to attend the public meeting above or to contribute your feedback through their

online survey which is available until December 14

For more information please click here

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Toronto Botanical Garden Holiday Market amp Open House

Date Thursday December 3

Time Noon to 900 pm

Location 777 Lawrence Ave E

Be sure to visit the Toronto Botanical Gardens Annual Holiday Market and Open House next

Thursday December 3 Theres no better way to get into the holiday spirit

For more information please click here

Yorkminster Park Baptist Church 7th Annual City Carol Sing

Date Saturday December 5

Time 200 pm

Location 1585 Yonge Street (1 block north of St Clair Avenue)

For more information on this great event and the line-up of special guests please click

here

North York Concert Orchestra Soiregravees Musicales

Date Saturday December 12

Time 800 pm (pre-concert chat at 730 pm)

Location Yorkminster Citadel (1 Lord Seaton Road)

The North York Concert Orchestras 2015-2016 season is now underway Join them for their

presentation of Soiregravees Musicales

For more information and ticket prices please click here

Toronto Botanical Garden Weekly Organic Farmers Market

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Date Every Thursday

Time 200 pm to 700 pm

Location 777 Lawrence Ave E

Head to the TBG on Thursdays to pick up local produce bread meat cheese honey prepared

food and more

For more information please click here

Toronto Public Library Tea amp Movies for Seniors at the Don Mills Branch

Date Friday Afternoons in the New Year

Time 200 pm

Location 888 Lawrence Ave E

The Don Mills Branch will be offering new programs for seniors in the new year including

tea amp movies on Friday afternoons

For more information please click here or call 416-395-5710

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I was honoured to deliver the opening remarks at Scotiabanks 10th Annual Nuit Blanche festival

City Wide Updates

Traffic Calming Options Manual

As Chair of Public Works Im committed to making our roads safer for all users ndash motorists

pedestrians cyclists and transit users

Thats why earlier this year I moved a motion asking for a comprehensive Road Safety Plan for

Toronto to reduce traffic-related deaths and injuries on our roads

Further at this months Public Works and Infrastructure meeting I requested that an easy-to-use

Traffic Calming Options Manual be developed as part of the Road Safety Plan

The manual will outline all of the different traffic calming options and their impacts costs and

effectiveness The goal is to make the information about traffic calming alternatives transparent and

accessible to everyone ndash whether youre a city official traffic expert or resident

You can read my motion here

A draft of the Road Safety Plan will be coming to the Public Works and Infrastructure Committee in

2016

Torontos Road Safety Plan

Examining best practices in other international jurisdictions is one of the best ways to determine what

our city can do to enhance road safety

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In October I met with the Commissioner of the New York City Department of Transportation Polly

Trottenberg to discuss and share information about transportation and transit initiatives New York is

nationally and internationally recognized as a leader in designing safe streets

One of our main topics of conversation was Vision Zero a strategy initiated in Sweden in 1997 that

strives to reduce traffic fatalities The strategy primarily focuses on analyzing the structural causes of

accidents and then working to address these problems A number of major American cities including

New York Boston and Los Angeles have adopted variations of Vision Zero

Here in Toronto were developing a customized Road Safety Plan that addresses the needs of diverse

road users

We are reviewing our current policies and guidelines on road safety and conducting an enhanced

analysis of collision data A key part of the plan also involves looking at what other cities are doing and

how we can adapt international best practices including Vision Zero to create our own Toronto-specific

road safety initiative

Im kicking off the New Year by chairing a roundtable where well work with key stakeholders to

brainstorm and develop specific strategies to significantly improve the safety of our shared streets

Stay tuned for updates

Jaye with Polly Trottenberg (Commissioner of New York Citys Department of Transportation) and Stephen

Buckley (Torontos General Manager of Transportation Services)

Noise Bylaw Review

As you probably know from previous newsletters the Municipal Licensing and Standards Division is

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reviewing the existing noise bylaw

The goal of the review is to make sure that the noise bylaw is up-to-date based on in-depth research

and extensive public consultation

Between March and August 2015 city staff were hard at work conducting detailed analysis and

soliciting stakeholder and public feedback In order to maximize the opportunity for residents to offer

their feedback I requested that the online survey be extended until mid-September

City staff are currently writing the final report on the review Its expected to head to the Licensing and

Standards Committee on January 22 2016 and will be available online

Committee meetings provide a unique opportunity for residents to offer their feedback in front of City

Councillors staff and fellow residents

If youd like to give a written or oral deputation on the final report of the noise bylaw review in

January please email lsctorontoca or phone 416-397-4592

It was an honour to meet award-winning Ward 25 resident Dr Roberta Bondar at the Toronto Botanical

Gardens Aster Awards

Improving Transparency and Accountability at the Committee of Adjustment

Improvements to the Committee of Adjustment are on the way

Back in June 2014 I moved a successful motion requesting city staff to bring forward a report with

recommendations to improve the Committee of Adjustment In particular I asked for

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Improvements to the notice process including the manner and form of public notices as well as

extending the distribution area and timeline

Training and professional development for Committee of Adjustment panel members

The audio-visual or audio recording of Committee of Adjustment panels and

A public participation strategy to ensure the public is well-informed about the process and has

the tools to effectively engage in Committee of Adjustment hearings

For the full text of my motion click here

Im pleased to announce that at this months Planning and Growth Management Committee city staff

brought forward a report recommending the purchase and installation of a device that would allow for

the full audio-visual recording of Committee of Adjustment meetings

Click here to read the report

Audio-visual recordings of Committee of Adjustment panels will improve the transparency of the

process by keeping a record of the meetings

The device will be installed at City Hall in January 2016

While there is a significant amount of work still to be done to overhaul the Committee of Adjustment

Im heartened to see the realization of one of my long-standing recommendations I look forward to

seeing more improvements to the Committee of Adjustment in the near future

The Planning and Growth Management Committee also requested a report on the feasibility of live-

streaming Committee of Adjustment meetings ndash this means you could follow the meetings from the

comfort of your home

Be on the lookout for that report in 2016

Mandatory Downspout Disconnection

In Toronto its mandatory for property owners to disconnect their downspouts from the citys sewer

system - doing so reduces the risk of basement flooding and improves our citys water quality

While mandatory downspout disconnection is already in effect for most of the city the final area -

including parts of Ward 25 - will be required to disconnect by December 3 2016

To see when your disconnection comes into effect you can view this map

For more information on when you are required to disconnect how to disconnect safely or what kinds of

exemptions are available please click here or call 311

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As Chair of Publ ic Works I was ho noured to join MPP Glen Murray in announcing provincial changes to the

Municipal Class Environmental Assessment system

Protecting Your Pipes this Winter

As the cold weather approaches its important to be proactive and take steps to protect your pipes

from freezing Frozen pipes can leave you without water they can also burst and cause damage toyour home and property

Here are some helpful tips to prevent your pipes from freezing

Be knowledgeable

Make sure you know where the main water shut-off valve is in your home and how to turn it on

and off

Insulate pipes

Insulate pipes with foam pipe covers Pipes at the greatest risk of freezing are those near

outside walls and in crawl spaces attics and garages

Eliminate drafts

Seal all air leaks in your home and garage to prevent cold air from getting in Double-check

around doors windows electrical wiring and pipes

Drain the outdoor water supply

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Outdoor faucets freeze first Unscrew outdoor hoses let the taps drain and turn off the outdoor

water supply

Know a plumber

Have the contact information of a reliable plumber readily available If your pipes are continually

freezing there may be an underlying plumbing problem that requires professional assistance

When the weather drops significantly below 0ordmC ensure that areas containing indoor pipes (especially

those near the water meter) are maintained at 8ordmC or higher Consider opening cabinet doors to let warm

air circulate around the pipes Its also a good idea to keep your garage door closed during extremely

cold weather

For extra peace of mind during a cold snap you can also turn on your tap to run a pencil-thin stream of

water This will ensure some movement of water in the pipes Remember though you will incur fees for

water use if you opt to take this step

I was happy to speak at artist Gregg Segals exhibition 7 Days of Garbage at Union Station The exhibition

was presented in conjunction with Solid Waste Management and brings awareness not only to the amount of

waste we produce but also to the citys Long Term Waste Management Strategy

Winter Operations Guide

Snow Clearing

As Chair of Public Works Im pleased to tell you that the city is prepared to tackle whatever winter

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throws at us We have a great team and a great plan in place

First and foremost weve got a huge arsenal including 571 road plows 329 sidewalk plows 202 salt

trucks and about 1500 personnel

Theres no doubt that snow clearing is a big operation - the city has 5605 km of roads on 9500 streets

along with 6000 km of sidewalks and 262000 driveways

During a winter storm the citys priority is to clear expressways collectors and main roads It may take

extra time to get out to the local streets

Icy sidewalks are a serious pedestrian safety hazard particularly for our older neighbours and those

with accessibility issues So please be nice and clear your ice

Senior city staff advised that contacting 311 the citys 24-hour service portal after a storm is the

fastest and most efficient way to report snow and ice issues Each time you contact 311 your issue is

recorded (with a service request number that can be tracked) and the request goes immediately to

Transportation Services for investigation and follow up

For more information about the citys snow plowing practices click here

Potholes

Snow ice and freeze-thaw cycles can cause serious damage to our roadways

To report potholes phone 311 or visit wwwtorontoca311 Have the closest municipal address on

hand - it helps pothole repair crews work efficiently

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As Chair of Publ ic Works I was happy to announce the citys plan for wi nter operations and was joined

by Stephen Buckley (General Manager of Transportation Services) and Paul Clements (Operations Co-

ordination Manager with Toronto Water)

Waste Wizard

The City of Torontos Solid Waste Management division has a unique tool for residents to use when

theyre unsure of what to do with unwanted stuff

The Waste Wizard is an easy-to-use website designed to help residents sort and dispose of unwanted

items Simply type in an item and Waste Wizard will offer directions on how to dispose of it

Check out the Waste Wizard here

If curbside disposal is not an option why not consider donation Visit the Citys ReUseIt website for

more information

Also as of June 1 stretchy plastics are now accepted in your recycling bin This includes

Milk bags (inner pouches and outer bag)

Bread bags (non-foil)

Sandwichresealable bags

Bulk food bags

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Produce bags

Dry cleaning bags

Newspaperflyer bags

Frozen fruit and vegetable bags (not including stand-up pouches)

Transparent recycling bags

Over-wrap from toilet paper napkins paper towels water and soft drink packaging

Road salt bags

Recycling these items helps divert approximately 3500 additional tonnes of waste from landfills

Keep a close watch on your mailboxes next month as Solid Waste Management Services will

soon be mailing out the 2016 curbside recycling amp collection calendars

Welcoming Grade 9 students to City Hall for Take Our Kids to Work Day

Toronto Hydro Outage Map and Tips

Toronto Hydro just launched a new and improved version of its outage map

The maps new features include status updates on outages and estimated times for

restoration

The outage map is also more user-friendly and provides detailed boundaries of

current outages You can also search the map by address

Toronto Hydro is currently working on a notification program that will provide you with

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updates during major outages You can register for outage alerts here

If power is down following a snow storm Toronto Hydro suggests following these tips

Check to see if your neighbours have power If they dont it is likely that more work is planned

on your street

If your home is the only house without electricity check your electrical panel inside your home

to see if the breakers are in the on position

Check outside and visually inspect if the electrical equipment on your home is damaged or if theservice wire is down If the customer-owned connection point (usually the pipe and wires

attached to your home connected to the powerline) is damaged you may need to contact an

ESA-certified electrical contractor A list is available on the ESArsquos website

at httpwwwesasafecom

In the event of a power outage this winter you can contact Toronto Hydros Customer Care team

at (416) 542-8000 This number can also be used to report emergencies such as downed or

sagging wires

You may also report power outages and streetlight outages by visiting this link or by calling 311

For additional information on emergency preparedness please click here

Local Appeal Body

As no doubt youre aware Toronto is facing incredible intensification pressure Thats why Im pleased

to announce that the city is getting traction on real and significant planning reform

In my first term in office I worked with the former Chair of the Planning and Growth ManagementCommittee to get the establishment of a Local Appeal Body (LAB) off the ground City Council

approved the LAB in July 2014

The LAB will be an independent decision-making body that will replace the Ontario Municipal Board

(OMB) in hearing appeals of minor variance and consent applications

The goal is to give Toronto more control over defining its own neighbourhoods For example the city

not the province will appoint LAB members and set up the appointments process The LAB will also

determine its own rules of practice and procedure

A report from City Planning about the LAB will be c oming to Executive Committee in January 2016

For more information on the LAB check out this staff presentation from Spring 2014

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I was honoured to speak with our Canadian veterans at Sunnybrook Hospitals Remembrance Day

Ceremony

Intensification in the Yonge amp Eglinton Community

Toronto is experiencing unprecedented growth While many neighbourhoods are feeling the pinch few

are experiencing levels of growth and change like the Yonge-Eglinton area This growth has directimpacts on our built form and infrastructure ndash from transit to schools to stormwater management

Thats why in July 2015 I asked the Chief Planner to report on planning tools that can be used to help

manage intensification pressure in the Yonge-Eglinton neighbourhood

The goal of the study the Yonge and Eglinton Growth Built Form and Infrastructure Review is to

develop an evidence-based planning approach that can better inform the development review process

and policy-making moving forward

From my perspective any and all growth needs to be effectively managed to ensure the continuedliveability of our community These planning tools will guide the vision form and fit of future

developments with a focus on the context-specific character of the Yonge-Eglinton neighbourhood

Building on the recently City Council-approved Midtown in Focus a plan focusing on public realm

improvements to streets buildings and open spaces the Yonge and Eglinton Review is really four

plans in one Using recent growth analyses the Review examines built form cultural heritage

community infrastructure and transportation and municipal services

A key component of the review involves a detailed analysis of the performance and capacity of city

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infrastructure including transportation networks water wastewater and energy The final report will

outline what infrastructural improvements would be needed based on projected growth estimates

Expected in Spring 2016 the report will enhance the development review process by providing hard

data on the multiple impacts of intensification in Yonge-Eglinton

The bottom line is that we want to maintain the unique feel of the Yonge-Eglinton neighbourhood and

the characteristics that make it a vibrant community

For updates on the Yonge and Eglinton Growth Built Form and Infrastructure Review click here

Greater Toronto Airports Authority Noise Mitigation Initiatives Engagement Plan

As you may know Toronto Pearson International Airport and the Greater Toronto Airports Authority

(GTAA) started a Noise Mitigation Initiatives Engagement Plan

In 2016 they will be entering into the third phase of this plan which includes public consultation

In the meantime residents can register comments and complaints through Toronto Pearson directly by

contacting the Noise Management Office at 416-247-7682 completing this form or using WebTrak (an

online tracking system that can be used to see arriving and departing flights overhead in your

neighbourhood)

Residents are also invited to participate in Pearsons Community Environment amp Noise Advisory

Committee (CENAC) The committee holds regular meetings where the public is given the opportunity

to discuss and ask questions about noise-related issues

Ward 25 Updates

Splash Guards on the Bayview Bridge

Splash guards have been installed on the Bayview Bridge north of Lawrence

The new splash guards provide safe passage along the bridge for pedestrians in Ward 25 Theyll create

a safer walking route for travel to and from the Crescent School the Toronto French School the York

University Glendon Campus and the Granite Club

Many thanks to Gary Gund Allan Vice and Bruce and Cee Cee Robertson for helping to make this

happen

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Park Updates

Lawrence Park Playground

As mentioned in my previous eNewsletter Parks staff advised that construction on the playground isexpected to begin in Spring 2016

Ill continue to push hard throughout the winter to ensure that this project is prioritized and that shovels

are in the ground as soon as the snow melts

Lord Seaton Park Playground Enhancements

I would like to thank the neighbourhood for attending the public meeting on Thursday November 19

Your input on the upcoming enhancements to this playground is greatly appreciated and I look forwardto posting the final designs on my website as soon as they are available

Mossgrove Park Playground Enhancements

We would like the neighbourhoods input on the conceptual designs for the enhancements of this

playground

We will be organizing a public meeting in the New Year If you havent reached out already but would

like to receive the details when they become available please email my office

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Many thanks to the Grade 12 Politics class from York Mills Collegiate Institute for stopping by City Hall to watch

City Council in action

Yorkminster Park Meals on Wheels

Operating out of the Yorkminster Park Baptist Church at Yonge and St Clair the charity delivers

nutritious meals to the sick elderly and disabled and supports them in their desire to remain at home

and live independently

At present Yorkminster Park Meals on Wheels delivers approximately 12000 hot meals and 20000

frozen meals annually to clients within the North Toronto area While delivering meals to those in need

the volunteers provide a compassionate visit to clients who may not have other social interactions

throughout the day

The charity was founded by volunteers in 1966 and almost 50 years later volunteers continue to be

the backbone of the organization

Charities such as Meals on Wheels rely on the generosity and community spirit of donors

If you would like to make a donation know someone who would benefit from receiving Meals

on Wheels or are interested in volunteer opportunities you may visit their website or contact them via

phone or email

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Phone 416-482-0549

Email infoypmealsonwheelscom

Website wwwypmealsonwheelscom

Many thanks to the local 56th Toronto Cub Scouts for visiting me at City Hall

Blythwood Road Work

Staff have been hard at work resurfacing a section of Blythwood Road east of Mount Pleasant in recent

weeks

Improvements will also be made to the sidewalk and curb including the installation of raised metal

plates called tactile plates at the crosswalk entrance These plates will help alert the visually impaired

that they are entering the road

Finally staff are installing new catch basins to improve drainage and reduce flooding in the valley

The repairs and improvements should be complete by the first week of December weather-permitting

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It was an honour to deliver opening remarks at the Korean Canadian Cultural Associations unveiling of the

Peace Statue

Shop Local Stychin Tyme

Stychin Tyme a small business specializing in mens and womens alternations is moving to Ward 25

Theyll be relocating to 927 Mt Pleasant Road because of a proposed development on Yonge Street

Owner Penny Bedford and her team offer expert tailoring and in some cases can provide you with the

finished product in only a matter of hours

For more information call 416-485-6970

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Jaye welcomes successful small business owner Penny Bedford to the ward

Development Updates

Check out the interactive map on my website with Ward 25s major development proposals and

projects

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88 Erskine Avenue

Applicant Veridoc Developments

Proposal eight-storey 80 unit residential apartments existing 491 unit building on-site will be

maintained

Status Approved by the Ontario Municipal Board (OMB)

101 (99) Erskine and 66 Broadway

Applicant Tridel

Proposal 32-storey 432 unit building the existing apartment building at 66 Broadway will

remain The applicant recently applied to add two storeys resulting in a 34-storey building

Status City Council approved the original application for 32-storeys in October 2012

This new application for the additional two floors will be before the Committee of Adjustment

today November 26

For more information please contact Robert Gibson (Senior Planner) at 416-395-7059

or rgibsontorontoca

18-30 Erskine Avenue

Applicant Pemberton

Proposal 35-storey 300 unit condominium with 153 parking spaces beside John Fisher Public

School

Status The applicant appealed to the Ontario Municipal Board and Ive been working closely with

the local neighborhood organization A mediation session took place in mid-August and the finaldetails will be before City Council in December 2015

For more information please contact Steve Forrester (City Planner) at 416-395-7126

or sforresttorontoca

The Ontario Municipal Board contact for this development is Raymond Borja (Case Coordinator)

and he may be reached at 416-326-5368

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Alaska 2779-2781 Yonge Street 15-17 and 19-21 Strathgowan Avenue

Applicant 165584 Ontario Limited

Proposal 11-storey residential building with 102 condominium units 29 rental replacement units

and ground floor retail

Status Following several revisions the applicant recently appealed to the Ontario Municipal

Board A hearing is scheduled for January 11 2016

For more information please contact John Andreevski (City Planner) at 416-395-7097

or jandreetorontoca

The Ontario Municipal Board contact for this development is Julie Nolan (Case Coordinator) and

she may be reached at 416-326-6782

100 Ranleigh Avenue

Applicant RE Millward amp Associates Ltd

Proposal Four storeys of luxury rental apartments

Status A new application for this site was submitted to City Planning in May 2015

triggering the citys full planning process A community consultation was held on

November 17 2015

For more information please contact John Lyon (City Planner) at 416-395-7095

or jlyontorontoca

888-900 Don Mills Road and 55 Barber Greene Road

Applicant Kwan amp Kwan Limited

Proposal Rezoning to allow relocation of existing on-site banquet hall

Status The application was approved at the Ontario Municipal Board

For more information please contact Guy Matthew (City Planner) at 416-395-7102

or gmatthe2torontoca

740-750 York Mills Road and 17 Farmstead Road

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Applicant Minto

Proposal 260 stacked townhouse units and retention of the three existing rental apartment

buildings

Status Following City Plannings initial community consultation meeting in Fall 2013 the

neighbourhood formed a working group The working group held a series of recent meetings and

recently reached out to the wider neighbourhood with a petition

For more information please contact John Andreevski (City Planner) at 416-395-7097

or jandreetorontoca

You may also contact the working group at yorkmillsleslieworkinggroupgmailcom

16 Kirtling Place

Applicant York-Kirtling Inc

Proposal Six townhouses fronting York Mills Road and one detached house off Kirtling

Status City Planning received this application in August and a community consultation

meeting took place in February 2015 City Plannings final report is expected in the coming

months

For more information please contact Guy Matthew (City Planner) at 416-395-7102

or gmatthe2torontoca

2425-2427 Bayview Avenue

Applicant Urbancorp

Proposal 40 townhouse units

Status Urbancorp purchased the site from Hush and submitted a new application to City

Planning in September 2014 The new application proposes to double the number of townhouses

on the site which were previously approved by the Ontario Municipal Board Urbancorp appealed

to the Ontario Municipal Board short-circuiting city plannings process A hearing is scheduled

for January 4 2016

For more information please contact Guy Matthew (City Planner) at 416-395-7102

or gmatthe2torontoca

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2437 Bayview Avenue

Applicant Larendale Group of Companies

Proposal Two-storey place of worship

Status City Planning received this application in December 2014 and a community consultation

meeting took place in March 2015

For more information please contact Michaelle Corcoran (City Planner) at 416-395-7130

or mcorcortorontoca

103 and 108 Bayview Ridge

Applicant M Behar Planning amp Design Inc

Proposal 11 townhouses fronting Bayview Avenue and four detached houses facing Bayview

Bridge

Status The applicant appealed to the Ontario Municipal Board in late 2013 short circuiting the

citys planning process The application went into mediation last Fall and a hearing was held on

June 1 2015 An OMB decision is expected in the coming months

For more information please contact Guy Matthew (City Planner) at 416-395-7102

or gmatthe2torontoca

The Ontario Municipal Board contact for this development is Julie Nolan (Case Coordinator) and

she may be reached at 416-326-6782

2 Wilket Road

Applicant Goldberg Group

Proposal Seven townhouses fronting Bayview Avenue and a single detached house

fronting Wilket Road

Status The applicant appealed to the Ontario Municipal Board and a hearing is scheduled

for January 18 2016

For more information please contact Guy Matthew (City Planner) at 416-395-7102

or gmatthe2torontoca

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2655-2659 Bayview Avenue and 15 Old Colony Road

Applicant Goldberg Group

Proposal 10 three-storey townhouses fronting Bayview and two detached houses facing

Old Colony Road

Status Following a community consultation in spring 2014 the applicant appealed to the

Ontario Municipal Board A hearing was held on August 26 2015 and an OMB decision is

expected in the coming months

For more information please contact Guy Matthew (City Planner) at 416-395-7102

or gmatthe2torontoca

The Ontario Municipal Board contact for this development is Raymond Borja (Case

Coordinator) and he may be reached at 416-326-5368

1087-1095 Leslie Street (Inn on the Park)

Applicant Tridel

Proposal Four condominium towers with heights of 28 29 24 and 39 storeys containing

1380 units and at-grade commercial space Also proposed are 2 blocks of 3-storey back-

to-back townhouses containing 20 units

Status A community consultation was held in June 2015 and staffs final report can be

expected in the coming months

For more information please contact John Andreevski (City Planner) at 416-395-7097

or jandreetorontoca

You may also visit the developments website by clicking here

200-214 Keewatin Avenue

Applicant 200 Keewatin Developments

Proposal Two 35-storey stacked townhouse blocks comprised of 80 residential units

Status City Planning received this application in February and a community consultation was

held in June 2015 The applicant appealed to the OMB short circuiting the citys full planning

process Ive directed city staff to attend the OMB and oppose this application A hearing hasnt

yet been scheduled

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For more information please contact John Andreevski (City Planner) at 416-395-7097

or jandreetorontoca

You may also visit the developments website by clicking here

49-51 Lawrence Avenue East and 84 Weybourne Crescent

Applicant Bousfields Inc

Proposal A four-storey stacked townhouse development with 22 residential units in two

blocks

Status An application was received by City Planning in May 2015 A community

consultation was held in late September In November 2015 the applicant appealed

directly to the Ontario Municipal Board

For more information please contact Guy Matthew (City Planner) at 416-395-7102

or gmatthe2torontoca

1888 Bayview Avenue

Applicant Tridel

Proposal The construction of a new 8-storey residential apartment building This is Phase 2 of

a two phase project

Status The application was approved by the Committee of Adjustment in August 2015

For more information please contact Kaitlyn Graham (Assistant Planner) at 416-395-7052

or kgrahamtorontoca

2851 Yonge Street

Applicant RE Millward amp Associates Ltd

Proposal An eight-storey 49 unit rental apartment building

Status City Planning received this application in April 2015 and a community consultation was

held in late September

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For more information please contact Michaelle Corcoran (City Planner) at 416-395-7130

or mcorcortorontoca

100 Broadway

Applicant Broadway Developments Inc

Proposal 34-storey apartment building with 329 residential apartment units

Status An application has been submitted Staffs preliminary report is expected for

January 2016 with a community consultation scheduled shortly afterwards

For more information please contact John Andreevski (City Planner) at 416-395-7097

or jandreetorontoca

169 The Donway West

Applicant Bousfields Inc

Proposal Mixed use development with a 34-storey tower and a 39-storey tower with a 2-

storey connecting base 736 residential units and 3000 square meters of retailoffice

space on the ground floor

Status An application has been submitted Staffs preliminary report is expected in the

coming months

For more information please contact John Lyon (City Planner) at 416-395-7095

or jlyontorontoca

Bayview Avenue Design Guidelines Planning Study

Background Townhouse design guidelines study of Bayview Avenue between Lawrence

Avenue and the 401

Status The Bayview Design Guidelines were passed at the November 2015 North York

Community Council meeting

For more information please contact Guy Matthew (City Planner) at 416-395-7102

or gmatthe2torontoca

You can also finding more information by clicking here

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Midtown in Focus Planning Study

Background A parks open space and st reetscape master plan for the Yonge and Eglinton

neighbourhood

Status Adopted by City Council

For more information please contact Leo DeSorcy (City Planner) at 416-395-7139

or ldesorcytorontoca

You can also finding more information by clicking here

Public Meetings and Events

The Holiday Spirit in Ward 25

December is just around the corner and Torontonians are getting into the holiday spirit

Were fortunate in a city as big as ours to have an abundance of community events and activities for

each member of your family to take part in

This is the time of year when arts and culture thrives and you dont have to look far to find

entertainment for all ages

If youre looking for live music the North York Concert Orchestras presentation of Soireacutees Musicales

is on December 12 This performance led by a talented group of musicians is not to be missed

If youd like to get a head start on your shopping ndash and beat the crowds ndash be sure to visit your local

business improvement area

Many boutiques and shops in the Yonge-Lawrence and Uptown Yonge BIAs participate in

YellowPages Shop the Neighbourhood Day on November 28 This is a great opportunity to support

local businesses and restaurants

If youre looking for local fare to serve at your holiday party be sure to visit the Organic Farmers

Market at the Toronto Botanical Garden This market held every Thursday from 2 to 7 pm offers the

best in local produce prepared food and much more

Outreach to those in need is especially important around the holidays The North York Harvest Food

Bank serves as the primary food bank for North Toronto and in 2014 alone served over 2 million

pounds of food

If youd like to volunteer with their organization or donate to their programs be sure to visit

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wwwnorthyorkharvestcom

No matter what age you are or which activities you choose to take part in enjoy everything your

community has to offer and have a safe and happy holiday season

Uptown Yonge BIA Annual Tree Lighting Ceremony

Date Friday November 27

Time 700 pm

Location St Clements Parkette (14 St Clements Avenue)

Please join the Uptown Yonge BIA as they light up their Christmas tree

For more information please click here

49th Annual Cavalcade of Lights

Date Saturday November 28

Time 600 pm

Location Nathan Phillips Square (100 Queen Street W)

Mark the start of the holiday season by stopping by the 49th Annual Cavalcade of Lights in

Nathan Phillips Square

There is a great line-up of activities for the entire family For more information please click

here

YellowPages Shop the Neighbourhood Day

Date Saturday November 28

Location Participating businesses across Toronto

ShopTheHood is coming up fast Support local businesses in our neighbourhoods on

November 28

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Lawrence Park Community Church Christmas Market

Date Sunday November 29

Time 1130 am to 330 pm

Location Lawrence Park Community Church (2180 Bayview Avenue)

Get into the Christmas spirit by visiting the LPCCs Christmas Market on Sunday November 29

For more information please click here

Tree Planting Strategy Public Meeting and Survey

Date Monday November 30

Time 630 pm to 900 pm

Location Toronto City Hall Committee Room 2 (100 Queen Street W)

The City recognizes the significant community and environmental benefits of our urban forest

and is seeking your input on the development of programs and tools necessary to increase tree

planting on private land

Youre welcome to attend the public meeting above or to contribute your feedback through their

online survey which is available until December 14

For more information please click here

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Toronto Botanical Garden Holiday Market amp Open House

Date Thursday December 3

Time Noon to 900 pm

Location 777 Lawrence Ave E

Be sure to visit the Toronto Botanical Gardens Annual Holiday Market and Open House next

Thursday December 3 Theres no better way to get into the holiday spirit

For more information please click here

Yorkminster Park Baptist Church 7th Annual City Carol Sing

Date Saturday December 5

Time 200 pm

Location 1585 Yonge Street (1 block north of St Clair Avenue)

For more information on this great event and the line-up of special guests please click

here

North York Concert Orchestra Soiregravees Musicales

Date Saturday December 12

Time 800 pm (pre-concert chat at 730 pm)

Location Yorkminster Citadel (1 Lord Seaton Road)

The North York Concert Orchestras 2015-2016 season is now underway Join them for their

presentation of Soiregravees Musicales

For more information and ticket prices please click here

Toronto Botanical Garden Weekly Organic Farmers Market

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Date Every Thursday

Time 200 pm to 700 pm

Location 777 Lawrence Ave E

Head to the TBG on Thursdays to pick up local produce bread meat cheese honey prepared

food and more

For more information please click here

Toronto Public Library Tea amp Movies for Seniors at the Don Mills Branch

Date Friday Afternoons in the New Year

Time 200 pm

Location 888 Lawrence Ave E

The Don Mills Branch will be offering new programs for seniors in the new year including

tea amp movies on Friday afternoons

For more information please click here or call 416-395-5710

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In October I met with the Commissioner of the New York City Department of Transportation Polly

Trottenberg to discuss and share information about transportation and transit initiatives New York is

nationally and internationally recognized as a leader in designing safe streets

One of our main topics of conversation was Vision Zero a strategy initiated in Sweden in 1997 that

strives to reduce traffic fatalities The strategy primarily focuses on analyzing the structural causes of

accidents and then working to address these problems A number of major American cities including

New York Boston and Los Angeles have adopted variations of Vision Zero

Here in Toronto were developing a customized Road Safety Plan that addresses the needs of diverse

road users

We are reviewing our current policies and guidelines on road safety and conducting an enhanced

analysis of collision data A key part of the plan also involves looking at what other cities are doing and

how we can adapt international best practices including Vision Zero to create our own Toronto-specific

road safety initiative

Im kicking off the New Year by chairing a roundtable where well work with key stakeholders to

brainstorm and develop specific strategies to significantly improve the safety of our shared streets

Stay tuned for updates

Jaye with Polly Trottenberg (Commissioner of New York Citys Department of Transportation) and Stephen

Buckley (Torontos General Manager of Transportation Services)

Noise Bylaw Review

As you probably know from previous newsletters the Municipal Licensing and Standards Division is

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reviewing the existing noise bylaw

The goal of the review is to make sure that the noise bylaw is up-to-date based on in-depth research

and extensive public consultation

Between March and August 2015 city staff were hard at work conducting detailed analysis and

soliciting stakeholder and public feedback In order to maximize the opportunity for residents to offer

their feedback I requested that the online survey be extended until mid-September

City staff are currently writing the final report on the review Its expected to head to the Licensing and

Standards Committee on January 22 2016 and will be available online

Committee meetings provide a unique opportunity for residents to offer their feedback in front of City

Councillors staff and fellow residents

If youd like to give a written or oral deputation on the final report of the noise bylaw review in

January please email lsctorontoca or phone 416-397-4592

It was an honour to meet award-winning Ward 25 resident Dr Roberta Bondar at the Toronto Botanical

Gardens Aster Awards

Improving Transparency and Accountability at the Committee of Adjustment

Improvements to the Committee of Adjustment are on the way

Back in June 2014 I moved a successful motion requesting city staff to bring forward a report with

recommendations to improve the Committee of Adjustment In particular I asked for

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Improvements to the notice process including the manner and form of public notices as well as

extending the distribution area and timeline

Training and professional development for Committee of Adjustment panel members

The audio-visual or audio recording of Committee of Adjustment panels and

A public participation strategy to ensure the public is well-informed about the process and has

the tools to effectively engage in Committee of Adjustment hearings

For the full text of my motion click here

Im pleased to announce that at this months Planning and Growth Management Committee city staff

brought forward a report recommending the purchase and installation of a device that would allow for

the full audio-visual recording of Committee of Adjustment meetings

Click here to read the report

Audio-visual recordings of Committee of Adjustment panels will improve the transparency of the

process by keeping a record of the meetings

The device will be installed at City Hall in January 2016

While there is a significant amount of work still to be done to overhaul the Committee of Adjustment

Im heartened to see the realization of one of my long-standing recommendations I look forward to

seeing more improvements to the Committee of Adjustment in the near future

The Planning and Growth Management Committee also requested a report on the feasibility of live-

streaming Committee of Adjustment meetings ndash this means you could follow the meetings from the

comfort of your home

Be on the lookout for that report in 2016

Mandatory Downspout Disconnection

In Toronto its mandatory for property owners to disconnect their downspouts from the citys sewer

system - doing so reduces the risk of basement flooding and improves our citys water quality

While mandatory downspout disconnection is already in effect for most of the city the final area -

including parts of Ward 25 - will be required to disconnect by December 3 2016

To see when your disconnection comes into effect you can view this map

For more information on when you are required to disconnect how to disconnect safely or what kinds of

exemptions are available please click here or call 311

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As Chair of Publ ic Works I was ho noured to join MPP Glen Murray in announcing provincial changes to the

Municipal Class Environmental Assessment system

Protecting Your Pipes this Winter

As the cold weather approaches its important to be proactive and take steps to protect your pipes

from freezing Frozen pipes can leave you without water they can also burst and cause damage toyour home and property

Here are some helpful tips to prevent your pipes from freezing

Be knowledgeable

Make sure you know where the main water shut-off valve is in your home and how to turn it on

and off

Insulate pipes

Insulate pipes with foam pipe covers Pipes at the greatest risk of freezing are those near

outside walls and in crawl spaces attics and garages

Eliminate drafts

Seal all air leaks in your home and garage to prevent cold air from getting in Double-check

around doors windows electrical wiring and pipes

Drain the outdoor water supply

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Outdoor faucets freeze first Unscrew outdoor hoses let the taps drain and turn off the outdoor

water supply

Know a plumber

Have the contact information of a reliable plumber readily available If your pipes are continually

freezing there may be an underlying plumbing problem that requires professional assistance

When the weather drops significantly below 0ordmC ensure that areas containing indoor pipes (especially

those near the water meter) are maintained at 8ordmC or higher Consider opening cabinet doors to let warm

air circulate around the pipes Its also a good idea to keep your garage door closed during extremely

cold weather

For extra peace of mind during a cold snap you can also turn on your tap to run a pencil-thin stream of

water This will ensure some movement of water in the pipes Remember though you will incur fees for

water use if you opt to take this step

I was happy to speak at artist Gregg Segals exhibition 7 Days of Garbage at Union Station The exhibition

was presented in conjunction with Solid Waste Management and brings awareness not only to the amount of

waste we produce but also to the citys Long Term Waste Management Strategy

Winter Operations Guide

Snow Clearing

As Chair of Public Works Im pleased to tell you that the city is prepared to tackle whatever winter

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throws at us We have a great team and a great plan in place

First and foremost weve got a huge arsenal including 571 road plows 329 sidewalk plows 202 salt

trucks and about 1500 personnel

Theres no doubt that snow clearing is a big operation - the city has 5605 km of roads on 9500 streets

along with 6000 km of sidewalks and 262000 driveways

During a winter storm the citys priority is to clear expressways collectors and main roads It may take

extra time to get out to the local streets

Icy sidewalks are a serious pedestrian safety hazard particularly for our older neighbours and those

with accessibility issues So please be nice and clear your ice

Senior city staff advised that contacting 311 the citys 24-hour service portal after a storm is the

fastest and most efficient way to report snow and ice issues Each time you contact 311 your issue is

recorded (with a service request number that can be tracked) and the request goes immediately to

Transportation Services for investigation and follow up

For more information about the citys snow plowing practices click here

Potholes

Snow ice and freeze-thaw cycles can cause serious damage to our roadways

To report potholes phone 311 or visit wwwtorontoca311 Have the closest municipal address on

hand - it helps pothole repair crews work efficiently

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As Chair of Publ ic Works I was happy to announce the citys plan for wi nter operations and was joined

by Stephen Buckley (General Manager of Transportation Services) and Paul Clements (Operations Co-

ordination Manager with Toronto Water)

Waste Wizard

The City of Torontos Solid Waste Management division has a unique tool for residents to use when

theyre unsure of what to do with unwanted stuff

The Waste Wizard is an easy-to-use website designed to help residents sort and dispose of unwanted

items Simply type in an item and Waste Wizard will offer directions on how to dispose of it

Check out the Waste Wizard here

If curbside disposal is not an option why not consider donation Visit the Citys ReUseIt website for

more information

Also as of June 1 stretchy plastics are now accepted in your recycling bin This includes

Milk bags (inner pouches and outer bag)

Bread bags (non-foil)

Sandwichresealable bags

Bulk food bags

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Produce bags

Dry cleaning bags

Newspaperflyer bags

Frozen fruit and vegetable bags (not including stand-up pouches)

Transparent recycling bags

Over-wrap from toilet paper napkins paper towels water and soft drink packaging

Road salt bags

Recycling these items helps divert approximately 3500 additional tonnes of waste from landfills

Keep a close watch on your mailboxes next month as Solid Waste Management Services will

soon be mailing out the 2016 curbside recycling amp collection calendars

Welcoming Grade 9 students to City Hall for Take Our Kids to Work Day

Toronto Hydro Outage Map and Tips

Toronto Hydro just launched a new and improved version of its outage map

The maps new features include status updates on outages and estimated times for

restoration

The outage map is also more user-friendly and provides detailed boundaries of

current outages You can also search the map by address

Toronto Hydro is currently working on a notification program that will provide you with

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updates during major outages You can register for outage alerts here

If power is down following a snow storm Toronto Hydro suggests following these tips

Check to see if your neighbours have power If they dont it is likely that more work is planned

on your street

If your home is the only house without electricity check your electrical panel inside your home

to see if the breakers are in the on position

Check outside and visually inspect if the electrical equipment on your home is damaged or if theservice wire is down If the customer-owned connection point (usually the pipe and wires

attached to your home connected to the powerline) is damaged you may need to contact an

ESA-certified electrical contractor A list is available on the ESArsquos website

at httpwwwesasafecom

In the event of a power outage this winter you can contact Toronto Hydros Customer Care team

at (416) 542-8000 This number can also be used to report emergencies such as downed or

sagging wires

You may also report power outages and streetlight outages by visiting this link or by calling 311

For additional information on emergency preparedness please click here

Local Appeal Body

As no doubt youre aware Toronto is facing incredible intensification pressure Thats why Im pleased

to announce that the city is getting traction on real and significant planning reform

In my first term in office I worked with the former Chair of the Planning and Growth ManagementCommittee to get the establishment of a Local Appeal Body (LAB) off the ground City Council

approved the LAB in July 2014

The LAB will be an independent decision-making body that will replace the Ontario Municipal Board

(OMB) in hearing appeals of minor variance and consent applications

The goal is to give Toronto more control over defining its own neighbourhoods For example the city

not the province will appoint LAB members and set up the appointments process The LAB will also

determine its own rules of practice and procedure

A report from City Planning about the LAB will be c oming to Executive Committee in January 2016

For more information on the LAB check out this staff presentation from Spring 2014

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I was honoured to speak with our Canadian veterans at Sunnybrook Hospitals Remembrance Day

Ceremony

Intensification in the Yonge amp Eglinton Community

Toronto is experiencing unprecedented growth While many neighbourhoods are feeling the pinch few

are experiencing levels of growth and change like the Yonge-Eglinton area This growth has directimpacts on our built form and infrastructure ndash from transit to schools to stormwater management

Thats why in July 2015 I asked the Chief Planner to report on planning tools that can be used to help

manage intensification pressure in the Yonge-Eglinton neighbourhood

The goal of the study the Yonge and Eglinton Growth Built Form and Infrastructure Review is to

develop an evidence-based planning approach that can better inform the development review process

and policy-making moving forward

From my perspective any and all growth needs to be effectively managed to ensure the continuedliveability of our community These planning tools will guide the vision form and fit of future

developments with a focus on the context-specific character of the Yonge-Eglinton neighbourhood

Building on the recently City Council-approved Midtown in Focus a plan focusing on public realm

improvements to streets buildings and open spaces the Yonge and Eglinton Review is really four

plans in one Using recent growth analyses the Review examines built form cultural heritage

community infrastructure and transportation and municipal services

A key component of the review involves a detailed analysis of the performance and capacity of city

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infrastructure including transportation networks water wastewater and energy The final report will

outline what infrastructural improvements would be needed based on projected growth estimates

Expected in Spring 2016 the report will enhance the development review process by providing hard

data on the multiple impacts of intensification in Yonge-Eglinton

The bottom line is that we want to maintain the unique feel of the Yonge-Eglinton neighbourhood and

the characteristics that make it a vibrant community

For updates on the Yonge and Eglinton Growth Built Form and Infrastructure Review click here

Greater Toronto Airports Authority Noise Mitigation Initiatives Engagement Plan

As you may know Toronto Pearson International Airport and the Greater Toronto Airports Authority

(GTAA) started a Noise Mitigation Initiatives Engagement Plan

In 2016 they will be entering into the third phase of this plan which includes public consultation

In the meantime residents can register comments and complaints through Toronto Pearson directly by

contacting the Noise Management Office at 416-247-7682 completing this form or using WebTrak (an

online tracking system that can be used to see arriving and departing flights overhead in your

neighbourhood)

Residents are also invited to participate in Pearsons Community Environment amp Noise Advisory

Committee (CENAC) The committee holds regular meetings where the public is given the opportunity

to discuss and ask questions about noise-related issues

Ward 25 Updates

Splash Guards on the Bayview Bridge

Splash guards have been installed on the Bayview Bridge north of Lawrence

The new splash guards provide safe passage along the bridge for pedestrians in Ward 25 Theyll create

a safer walking route for travel to and from the Crescent School the Toronto French School the York

University Glendon Campus and the Granite Club

Many thanks to Gary Gund Allan Vice and Bruce and Cee Cee Robertson for helping to make this

happen

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Park Updates

Lawrence Park Playground

As mentioned in my previous eNewsletter Parks staff advised that construction on the playground isexpected to begin in Spring 2016

Ill continue to push hard throughout the winter to ensure that this project is prioritized and that shovels

are in the ground as soon as the snow melts

Lord Seaton Park Playground Enhancements

I would like to thank the neighbourhood for attending the public meeting on Thursday November 19

Your input on the upcoming enhancements to this playground is greatly appreciated and I look forwardto posting the final designs on my website as soon as they are available

Mossgrove Park Playground Enhancements

We would like the neighbourhoods input on the conceptual designs for the enhancements of this

playground

We will be organizing a public meeting in the New Year If you havent reached out already but would

like to receive the details when they become available please email my office

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Many thanks to the Grade 12 Politics class from York Mills Collegiate Institute for stopping by City Hall to watch

City Council in action

Yorkminster Park Meals on Wheels

Operating out of the Yorkminster Park Baptist Church at Yonge and St Clair the charity delivers

nutritious meals to the sick elderly and disabled and supports them in their desire to remain at home

and live independently

At present Yorkminster Park Meals on Wheels delivers approximately 12000 hot meals and 20000

frozen meals annually to clients within the North Toronto area While delivering meals to those in need

the volunteers provide a compassionate visit to clients who may not have other social interactions

throughout the day

The charity was founded by volunteers in 1966 and almost 50 years later volunteers continue to be

the backbone of the organization

Charities such as Meals on Wheels rely on the generosity and community spirit of donors

If you would like to make a donation know someone who would benefit from receiving Meals

on Wheels or are interested in volunteer opportunities you may visit their website or contact them via

phone or email

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Phone 416-482-0549

Email infoypmealsonwheelscom

Website wwwypmealsonwheelscom

Many thanks to the local 56th Toronto Cub Scouts for visiting me at City Hall

Blythwood Road Work

Staff have been hard at work resurfacing a section of Blythwood Road east of Mount Pleasant in recent

weeks

Improvements will also be made to the sidewalk and curb including the installation of raised metal

plates called tactile plates at the crosswalk entrance These plates will help alert the visually impaired

that they are entering the road

Finally staff are installing new catch basins to improve drainage and reduce flooding in the valley

The repairs and improvements should be complete by the first week of December weather-permitting

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It was an honour to deliver opening remarks at the Korean Canadian Cultural Associations unveiling of the

Peace Statue

Shop Local Stychin Tyme

Stychin Tyme a small business specializing in mens and womens alternations is moving to Ward 25

Theyll be relocating to 927 Mt Pleasant Road because of a proposed development on Yonge Street

Owner Penny Bedford and her team offer expert tailoring and in some cases can provide you with the

finished product in only a matter of hours

For more information call 416-485-6970

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Jaye welcomes successful small business owner Penny Bedford to the ward

Development Updates

Check out the interactive map on my website with Ward 25s major development proposals and

projects

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88 Erskine Avenue

Applicant Veridoc Developments

Proposal eight-storey 80 unit residential apartments existing 491 unit building on-site will be

maintained

Status Approved by the Ontario Municipal Board (OMB)

101 (99) Erskine and 66 Broadway

Applicant Tridel

Proposal 32-storey 432 unit building the existing apartment building at 66 Broadway will

remain The applicant recently applied to add two storeys resulting in a 34-storey building

Status City Council approved the original application for 32-storeys in October 2012

This new application for the additional two floors will be before the Committee of Adjustment

today November 26

For more information please contact Robert Gibson (Senior Planner) at 416-395-7059

or rgibsontorontoca

18-30 Erskine Avenue

Applicant Pemberton

Proposal 35-storey 300 unit condominium with 153 parking spaces beside John Fisher Public

School

Status The applicant appealed to the Ontario Municipal Board and Ive been working closely with

the local neighborhood organization A mediation session took place in mid-August and the finaldetails will be before City Council in December 2015

For more information please contact Steve Forrester (City Planner) at 416-395-7126

or sforresttorontoca

The Ontario Municipal Board contact for this development is Raymond Borja (Case Coordinator)

and he may be reached at 416-326-5368

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Alaska 2779-2781 Yonge Street 15-17 and 19-21 Strathgowan Avenue

Applicant 165584 Ontario Limited

Proposal 11-storey residential building with 102 condominium units 29 rental replacement units

and ground floor retail

Status Following several revisions the applicant recently appealed to the Ontario Municipal

Board A hearing is scheduled for January 11 2016

For more information please contact John Andreevski (City Planner) at 416-395-7097

or jandreetorontoca

The Ontario Municipal Board contact for this development is Julie Nolan (Case Coordinator) and

she may be reached at 416-326-6782

100 Ranleigh Avenue

Applicant RE Millward amp Associates Ltd

Proposal Four storeys of luxury rental apartments

Status A new application for this site was submitted to City Planning in May 2015

triggering the citys full planning process A community consultation was held on

November 17 2015

For more information please contact John Lyon (City Planner) at 416-395-7095

or jlyontorontoca

888-900 Don Mills Road and 55 Barber Greene Road

Applicant Kwan amp Kwan Limited

Proposal Rezoning to allow relocation of existing on-site banquet hall

Status The application was approved at the Ontario Municipal Board

For more information please contact Guy Matthew (City Planner) at 416-395-7102

or gmatthe2torontoca

740-750 York Mills Road and 17 Farmstead Road

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Applicant Minto

Proposal 260 stacked townhouse units and retention of the three existing rental apartment

buildings

Status Following City Plannings initial community consultation meeting in Fall 2013 the

neighbourhood formed a working group The working group held a series of recent meetings and

recently reached out to the wider neighbourhood with a petition

For more information please contact John Andreevski (City Planner) at 416-395-7097

or jandreetorontoca

You may also contact the working group at yorkmillsleslieworkinggroupgmailcom

16 Kirtling Place

Applicant York-Kirtling Inc

Proposal Six townhouses fronting York Mills Road and one detached house off Kirtling

Status City Planning received this application in August and a community consultation

meeting took place in February 2015 City Plannings final report is expected in the coming

months

For more information please contact Guy Matthew (City Planner) at 416-395-7102

or gmatthe2torontoca

2425-2427 Bayview Avenue

Applicant Urbancorp

Proposal 40 townhouse units

Status Urbancorp purchased the site from Hush and submitted a new application to City

Planning in September 2014 The new application proposes to double the number of townhouses

on the site which were previously approved by the Ontario Municipal Board Urbancorp appealed

to the Ontario Municipal Board short-circuiting city plannings process A hearing is scheduled

for January 4 2016

For more information please contact Guy Matthew (City Planner) at 416-395-7102

or gmatthe2torontoca

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2437 Bayview Avenue

Applicant Larendale Group of Companies

Proposal Two-storey place of worship

Status City Planning received this application in December 2014 and a community consultation

meeting took place in March 2015

For more information please contact Michaelle Corcoran (City Planner) at 416-395-7130

or mcorcortorontoca

103 and 108 Bayview Ridge

Applicant M Behar Planning amp Design Inc

Proposal 11 townhouses fronting Bayview Avenue and four detached houses facing Bayview

Bridge

Status The applicant appealed to the Ontario Municipal Board in late 2013 short circuiting the

citys planning process The application went into mediation last Fall and a hearing was held on

June 1 2015 An OMB decision is expected in the coming months

For more information please contact Guy Matthew (City Planner) at 416-395-7102

or gmatthe2torontoca

The Ontario Municipal Board contact for this development is Julie Nolan (Case Coordinator) and

she may be reached at 416-326-6782

2 Wilket Road

Applicant Goldberg Group

Proposal Seven townhouses fronting Bayview Avenue and a single detached house

fronting Wilket Road

Status The applicant appealed to the Ontario Municipal Board and a hearing is scheduled

for January 18 2016

For more information please contact Guy Matthew (City Planner) at 416-395-7102

or gmatthe2torontoca

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2655-2659 Bayview Avenue and 15 Old Colony Road

Applicant Goldberg Group

Proposal 10 three-storey townhouses fronting Bayview and two detached houses facing

Old Colony Road

Status Following a community consultation in spring 2014 the applicant appealed to the

Ontario Municipal Board A hearing was held on August 26 2015 and an OMB decision is

expected in the coming months

For more information please contact Guy Matthew (City Planner) at 416-395-7102

or gmatthe2torontoca

The Ontario Municipal Board contact for this development is Raymond Borja (Case

Coordinator) and he may be reached at 416-326-5368

1087-1095 Leslie Street (Inn on the Park)

Applicant Tridel

Proposal Four condominium towers with heights of 28 29 24 and 39 storeys containing

1380 units and at-grade commercial space Also proposed are 2 blocks of 3-storey back-

to-back townhouses containing 20 units

Status A community consultation was held in June 2015 and staffs final report can be

expected in the coming months

For more information please contact John Andreevski (City Planner) at 416-395-7097

or jandreetorontoca

You may also visit the developments website by clicking here

200-214 Keewatin Avenue

Applicant 200 Keewatin Developments

Proposal Two 35-storey stacked townhouse blocks comprised of 80 residential units

Status City Planning received this application in February and a community consultation was

held in June 2015 The applicant appealed to the OMB short circuiting the citys full planning

process Ive directed city staff to attend the OMB and oppose this application A hearing hasnt

yet been scheduled

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For more information please contact John Andreevski (City Planner) at 416-395-7097

or jandreetorontoca

You may also visit the developments website by clicking here

49-51 Lawrence Avenue East and 84 Weybourne Crescent

Applicant Bousfields Inc

Proposal A four-storey stacked townhouse development with 22 residential units in two

blocks

Status An application was received by City Planning in May 2015 A community

consultation was held in late September In November 2015 the applicant appealed

directly to the Ontario Municipal Board

For more information please contact Guy Matthew (City Planner) at 416-395-7102

or gmatthe2torontoca

1888 Bayview Avenue

Applicant Tridel

Proposal The construction of a new 8-storey residential apartment building This is Phase 2 of

a two phase project

Status The application was approved by the Committee of Adjustment in August 2015

For more information please contact Kaitlyn Graham (Assistant Planner) at 416-395-7052

or kgrahamtorontoca

2851 Yonge Street

Applicant RE Millward amp Associates Ltd

Proposal An eight-storey 49 unit rental apartment building

Status City Planning received this application in April 2015 and a community consultation was

held in late September

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For more information please contact Michaelle Corcoran (City Planner) at 416-395-7130

or mcorcortorontoca

100 Broadway

Applicant Broadway Developments Inc

Proposal 34-storey apartment building with 329 residential apartment units

Status An application has been submitted Staffs preliminary report is expected for

January 2016 with a community consultation scheduled shortly afterwards

For more information please contact John Andreevski (City Planner) at 416-395-7097

or jandreetorontoca

169 The Donway West

Applicant Bousfields Inc

Proposal Mixed use development with a 34-storey tower and a 39-storey tower with a 2-

storey connecting base 736 residential units and 3000 square meters of retailoffice

space on the ground floor

Status An application has been submitted Staffs preliminary report is expected in the

coming months

For more information please contact John Lyon (City Planner) at 416-395-7095

or jlyontorontoca

Bayview Avenue Design Guidelines Planning Study

Background Townhouse design guidelines study of Bayview Avenue between Lawrence

Avenue and the 401

Status The Bayview Design Guidelines were passed at the November 2015 North York

Community Council meeting

For more information please contact Guy Matthew (City Planner) at 416-395-7102

or gmatthe2torontoca

You can also finding more information by clicking here

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Midtown in Focus Planning Study

Background A parks open space and st reetscape master plan for the Yonge and Eglinton

neighbourhood

Status Adopted by City Council

For more information please contact Leo DeSorcy (City Planner) at 416-395-7139

or ldesorcytorontoca

You can also finding more information by clicking here

Public Meetings and Events

The Holiday Spirit in Ward 25

December is just around the corner and Torontonians are getting into the holiday spirit

Were fortunate in a city as big as ours to have an abundance of community events and activities for

each member of your family to take part in

This is the time of year when arts and culture thrives and you dont have to look far to find

entertainment for all ages

If youre looking for live music the North York Concert Orchestras presentation of Soireacutees Musicales

is on December 12 This performance led by a talented group of musicians is not to be missed

If youd like to get a head start on your shopping ndash and beat the crowds ndash be sure to visit your local

business improvement area

Many boutiques and shops in the Yonge-Lawrence and Uptown Yonge BIAs participate in

YellowPages Shop the Neighbourhood Day on November 28 This is a great opportunity to support

local businesses and restaurants

If youre looking for local fare to serve at your holiday party be sure to visit the Organic Farmers

Market at the Toronto Botanical Garden This market held every Thursday from 2 to 7 pm offers the

best in local produce prepared food and much more

Outreach to those in need is especially important around the holidays The North York Harvest Food

Bank serves as the primary food bank for North Toronto and in 2014 alone served over 2 million

pounds of food

If youd like to volunteer with their organization or donate to their programs be sure to visit

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wwwnorthyorkharvestcom

No matter what age you are or which activities you choose to take part in enjoy everything your

community has to offer and have a safe and happy holiday season

Uptown Yonge BIA Annual Tree Lighting Ceremony

Date Friday November 27

Time 700 pm

Location St Clements Parkette (14 St Clements Avenue)

Please join the Uptown Yonge BIA as they light up their Christmas tree

For more information please click here

49th Annual Cavalcade of Lights

Date Saturday November 28

Time 600 pm

Location Nathan Phillips Square (100 Queen Street W)

Mark the start of the holiday season by stopping by the 49th Annual Cavalcade of Lights in

Nathan Phillips Square

There is a great line-up of activities for the entire family For more information please click

here

YellowPages Shop the Neighbourhood Day

Date Saturday November 28

Location Participating businesses across Toronto

ShopTheHood is coming up fast Support local businesses in our neighbourhoods on

November 28

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Lawrence Park Community Church Christmas Market

Date Sunday November 29

Time 1130 am to 330 pm

Location Lawrence Park Community Church (2180 Bayview Avenue)

Get into the Christmas spirit by visiting the LPCCs Christmas Market on Sunday November 29

For more information please click here

Tree Planting Strategy Public Meeting and Survey

Date Monday November 30

Time 630 pm to 900 pm

Location Toronto City Hall Committee Room 2 (100 Queen Street W)

The City recognizes the significant community and environmental benefits of our urban forest

and is seeking your input on the development of programs and tools necessary to increase tree

planting on private land

Youre welcome to attend the public meeting above or to contribute your feedback through their

online survey which is available until December 14

For more information please click here

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Toronto Botanical Garden Holiday Market amp Open House

Date Thursday December 3

Time Noon to 900 pm

Location 777 Lawrence Ave E

Be sure to visit the Toronto Botanical Gardens Annual Holiday Market and Open House next

Thursday December 3 Theres no better way to get into the holiday spirit

For more information please click here

Yorkminster Park Baptist Church 7th Annual City Carol Sing

Date Saturday December 5

Time 200 pm

Location 1585 Yonge Street (1 block north of St Clair Avenue)

For more information on this great event and the line-up of special guests please click

here

North York Concert Orchestra Soiregravees Musicales

Date Saturday December 12

Time 800 pm (pre-concert chat at 730 pm)

Location Yorkminster Citadel (1 Lord Seaton Road)

The North York Concert Orchestras 2015-2016 season is now underway Join them for their

presentation of Soiregravees Musicales

For more information and ticket prices please click here

Toronto Botanical Garden Weekly Organic Farmers Market

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Date Every Thursday

Time 200 pm to 700 pm

Location 777 Lawrence Ave E

Head to the TBG on Thursdays to pick up local produce bread meat cheese honey prepared

food and more

For more information please click here

Toronto Public Library Tea amp Movies for Seniors at the Don Mills Branch

Date Friday Afternoons in the New Year

Time 200 pm

Location 888 Lawrence Ave E

The Don Mills Branch will be offering new programs for seniors in the new year including

tea amp movies on Friday afternoons

For more information please click here or call 416-395-5710

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reviewing the existing noise bylaw

The goal of the review is to make sure that the noise bylaw is up-to-date based on in-depth research

and extensive public consultation

Between March and August 2015 city staff were hard at work conducting detailed analysis and

soliciting stakeholder and public feedback In order to maximize the opportunity for residents to offer

their feedback I requested that the online survey be extended until mid-September

City staff are currently writing the final report on the review Its expected to head to the Licensing and

Standards Committee on January 22 2016 and will be available online

Committee meetings provide a unique opportunity for residents to offer their feedback in front of City

Councillors staff and fellow residents

If youd like to give a written or oral deputation on the final report of the noise bylaw review in

January please email lsctorontoca or phone 416-397-4592

It was an honour to meet award-winning Ward 25 resident Dr Roberta Bondar at the Toronto Botanical

Gardens Aster Awards

Improving Transparency and Accountability at the Committee of Adjustment

Improvements to the Committee of Adjustment are on the way

Back in June 2014 I moved a successful motion requesting city staff to bring forward a report with

recommendations to improve the Committee of Adjustment In particular I asked for

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Improvements to the notice process including the manner and form of public notices as well as

extending the distribution area and timeline

Training and professional development for Committee of Adjustment panel members

The audio-visual or audio recording of Committee of Adjustment panels and

A public participation strategy to ensure the public is well-informed about the process and has

the tools to effectively engage in Committee of Adjustment hearings

For the full text of my motion click here

Im pleased to announce that at this months Planning and Growth Management Committee city staff

brought forward a report recommending the purchase and installation of a device that would allow for

the full audio-visual recording of Committee of Adjustment meetings

Click here to read the report

Audio-visual recordings of Committee of Adjustment panels will improve the transparency of the

process by keeping a record of the meetings

The device will be installed at City Hall in January 2016

While there is a significant amount of work still to be done to overhaul the Committee of Adjustment

Im heartened to see the realization of one of my long-standing recommendations I look forward to

seeing more improvements to the Committee of Adjustment in the near future

The Planning and Growth Management Committee also requested a report on the feasibility of live-

streaming Committee of Adjustment meetings ndash this means you could follow the meetings from the

comfort of your home

Be on the lookout for that report in 2016

Mandatory Downspout Disconnection

In Toronto its mandatory for property owners to disconnect their downspouts from the citys sewer

system - doing so reduces the risk of basement flooding and improves our citys water quality

While mandatory downspout disconnection is already in effect for most of the city the final area -

including parts of Ward 25 - will be required to disconnect by December 3 2016

To see when your disconnection comes into effect you can view this map

For more information on when you are required to disconnect how to disconnect safely or what kinds of

exemptions are available please click here or call 311

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As Chair of Publ ic Works I was ho noured to join MPP Glen Murray in announcing provincial changes to the

Municipal Class Environmental Assessment system

Protecting Your Pipes this Winter

As the cold weather approaches its important to be proactive and take steps to protect your pipes

from freezing Frozen pipes can leave you without water they can also burst and cause damage toyour home and property

Here are some helpful tips to prevent your pipes from freezing

Be knowledgeable

Make sure you know where the main water shut-off valve is in your home and how to turn it on

and off

Insulate pipes

Insulate pipes with foam pipe covers Pipes at the greatest risk of freezing are those near

outside walls and in crawl spaces attics and garages

Eliminate drafts

Seal all air leaks in your home and garage to prevent cold air from getting in Double-check

around doors windows electrical wiring and pipes

Drain the outdoor water supply

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Outdoor faucets freeze first Unscrew outdoor hoses let the taps drain and turn off the outdoor

water supply

Know a plumber

Have the contact information of a reliable plumber readily available If your pipes are continually

freezing there may be an underlying plumbing problem that requires professional assistance

When the weather drops significantly below 0ordmC ensure that areas containing indoor pipes (especially

those near the water meter) are maintained at 8ordmC or higher Consider opening cabinet doors to let warm

air circulate around the pipes Its also a good idea to keep your garage door closed during extremely

cold weather

For extra peace of mind during a cold snap you can also turn on your tap to run a pencil-thin stream of

water This will ensure some movement of water in the pipes Remember though you will incur fees for

water use if you opt to take this step

I was happy to speak at artist Gregg Segals exhibition 7 Days of Garbage at Union Station The exhibition

was presented in conjunction with Solid Waste Management and brings awareness not only to the amount of

waste we produce but also to the citys Long Term Waste Management Strategy

Winter Operations Guide

Snow Clearing

As Chair of Public Works Im pleased to tell you that the city is prepared to tackle whatever winter

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throws at us We have a great team and a great plan in place

First and foremost weve got a huge arsenal including 571 road plows 329 sidewalk plows 202 salt

trucks and about 1500 personnel

Theres no doubt that snow clearing is a big operation - the city has 5605 km of roads on 9500 streets

along with 6000 km of sidewalks and 262000 driveways

During a winter storm the citys priority is to clear expressways collectors and main roads It may take

extra time to get out to the local streets

Icy sidewalks are a serious pedestrian safety hazard particularly for our older neighbours and those

with accessibility issues So please be nice and clear your ice

Senior city staff advised that contacting 311 the citys 24-hour service portal after a storm is the

fastest and most efficient way to report snow and ice issues Each time you contact 311 your issue is

recorded (with a service request number that can be tracked) and the request goes immediately to

Transportation Services for investigation and follow up

For more information about the citys snow plowing practices click here

Potholes

Snow ice and freeze-thaw cycles can cause serious damage to our roadways

To report potholes phone 311 or visit wwwtorontoca311 Have the closest municipal address on

hand - it helps pothole repair crews work efficiently

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As Chair of Publ ic Works I was happy to announce the citys plan for wi nter operations and was joined

by Stephen Buckley (General Manager of Transportation Services) and Paul Clements (Operations Co-

ordination Manager with Toronto Water)

Waste Wizard

The City of Torontos Solid Waste Management division has a unique tool for residents to use when

theyre unsure of what to do with unwanted stuff

The Waste Wizard is an easy-to-use website designed to help residents sort and dispose of unwanted

items Simply type in an item and Waste Wizard will offer directions on how to dispose of it

Check out the Waste Wizard here

If curbside disposal is not an option why not consider donation Visit the Citys ReUseIt website for

more information

Also as of June 1 stretchy plastics are now accepted in your recycling bin This includes

Milk bags (inner pouches and outer bag)

Bread bags (non-foil)

Sandwichresealable bags

Bulk food bags

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Produce bags

Dry cleaning bags

Newspaperflyer bags

Frozen fruit and vegetable bags (not including stand-up pouches)

Transparent recycling bags

Over-wrap from toilet paper napkins paper towels water and soft drink packaging

Road salt bags

Recycling these items helps divert approximately 3500 additional tonnes of waste from landfills

Keep a close watch on your mailboxes next month as Solid Waste Management Services will

soon be mailing out the 2016 curbside recycling amp collection calendars

Welcoming Grade 9 students to City Hall for Take Our Kids to Work Day

Toronto Hydro Outage Map and Tips

Toronto Hydro just launched a new and improved version of its outage map

The maps new features include status updates on outages and estimated times for

restoration

The outage map is also more user-friendly and provides detailed boundaries of

current outages You can also search the map by address

Toronto Hydro is currently working on a notification program that will provide you with

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updates during major outages You can register for outage alerts here

If power is down following a snow storm Toronto Hydro suggests following these tips

Check to see if your neighbours have power If they dont it is likely that more work is planned

on your street

If your home is the only house without electricity check your electrical panel inside your home

to see if the breakers are in the on position

Check outside and visually inspect if the electrical equipment on your home is damaged or if theservice wire is down If the customer-owned connection point (usually the pipe and wires

attached to your home connected to the powerline) is damaged you may need to contact an

ESA-certified electrical contractor A list is available on the ESArsquos website

at httpwwwesasafecom

In the event of a power outage this winter you can contact Toronto Hydros Customer Care team

at (416) 542-8000 This number can also be used to report emergencies such as downed or

sagging wires

You may also report power outages and streetlight outages by visiting this link or by calling 311

For additional information on emergency preparedness please click here

Local Appeal Body

As no doubt youre aware Toronto is facing incredible intensification pressure Thats why Im pleased

to announce that the city is getting traction on real and significant planning reform

In my first term in office I worked with the former Chair of the Planning and Growth ManagementCommittee to get the establishment of a Local Appeal Body (LAB) off the ground City Council

approved the LAB in July 2014

The LAB will be an independent decision-making body that will replace the Ontario Municipal Board

(OMB) in hearing appeals of minor variance and consent applications

The goal is to give Toronto more control over defining its own neighbourhoods For example the city

not the province will appoint LAB members and set up the appointments process The LAB will also

determine its own rules of practice and procedure

A report from City Planning about the LAB will be c oming to Executive Committee in January 2016

For more information on the LAB check out this staff presentation from Spring 2014

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I was honoured to speak with our Canadian veterans at Sunnybrook Hospitals Remembrance Day

Ceremony

Intensification in the Yonge amp Eglinton Community

Toronto is experiencing unprecedented growth While many neighbourhoods are feeling the pinch few

are experiencing levels of growth and change like the Yonge-Eglinton area This growth has directimpacts on our built form and infrastructure ndash from transit to schools to stormwater management

Thats why in July 2015 I asked the Chief Planner to report on planning tools that can be used to help

manage intensification pressure in the Yonge-Eglinton neighbourhood

The goal of the study the Yonge and Eglinton Growth Built Form and Infrastructure Review is to

develop an evidence-based planning approach that can better inform the development review process

and policy-making moving forward

From my perspective any and all growth needs to be effectively managed to ensure the continuedliveability of our community These planning tools will guide the vision form and fit of future

developments with a focus on the context-specific character of the Yonge-Eglinton neighbourhood

Building on the recently City Council-approved Midtown in Focus a plan focusing on public realm

improvements to streets buildings and open spaces the Yonge and Eglinton Review is really four

plans in one Using recent growth analyses the Review examines built form cultural heritage

community infrastructure and transportation and municipal services

A key component of the review involves a detailed analysis of the performance and capacity of city

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infrastructure including transportation networks water wastewater and energy The final report will

outline what infrastructural improvements would be needed based on projected growth estimates

Expected in Spring 2016 the report will enhance the development review process by providing hard

data on the multiple impacts of intensification in Yonge-Eglinton

The bottom line is that we want to maintain the unique feel of the Yonge-Eglinton neighbourhood and

the characteristics that make it a vibrant community

For updates on the Yonge and Eglinton Growth Built Form and Infrastructure Review click here

Greater Toronto Airports Authority Noise Mitigation Initiatives Engagement Plan

As you may know Toronto Pearson International Airport and the Greater Toronto Airports Authority

(GTAA) started a Noise Mitigation Initiatives Engagement Plan

In 2016 they will be entering into the third phase of this plan which includes public consultation

In the meantime residents can register comments and complaints through Toronto Pearson directly by

contacting the Noise Management Office at 416-247-7682 completing this form or using WebTrak (an

online tracking system that can be used to see arriving and departing flights overhead in your

neighbourhood)

Residents are also invited to participate in Pearsons Community Environment amp Noise Advisory

Committee (CENAC) The committee holds regular meetings where the public is given the opportunity

to discuss and ask questions about noise-related issues

Ward 25 Updates

Splash Guards on the Bayview Bridge

Splash guards have been installed on the Bayview Bridge north of Lawrence

The new splash guards provide safe passage along the bridge for pedestrians in Ward 25 Theyll create

a safer walking route for travel to and from the Crescent School the Toronto French School the York

University Glendon Campus and the Granite Club

Many thanks to Gary Gund Allan Vice and Bruce and Cee Cee Robertson for helping to make this

happen

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Park Updates

Lawrence Park Playground

As mentioned in my previous eNewsletter Parks staff advised that construction on the playground isexpected to begin in Spring 2016

Ill continue to push hard throughout the winter to ensure that this project is prioritized and that shovels

are in the ground as soon as the snow melts

Lord Seaton Park Playground Enhancements

I would like to thank the neighbourhood for attending the public meeting on Thursday November 19

Your input on the upcoming enhancements to this playground is greatly appreciated and I look forwardto posting the final designs on my website as soon as they are available

Mossgrove Park Playground Enhancements

We would like the neighbourhoods input on the conceptual designs for the enhancements of this

playground

We will be organizing a public meeting in the New Year If you havent reached out already but would

like to receive the details when they become available please email my office

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Many thanks to the Grade 12 Politics class from York Mills Collegiate Institute for stopping by City Hall to watch

City Council in action

Yorkminster Park Meals on Wheels

Operating out of the Yorkminster Park Baptist Church at Yonge and St Clair the charity delivers

nutritious meals to the sick elderly and disabled and supports them in their desire to remain at home

and live independently

At present Yorkminster Park Meals on Wheels delivers approximately 12000 hot meals and 20000

frozen meals annually to clients within the North Toronto area While delivering meals to those in need

the volunteers provide a compassionate visit to clients who may not have other social interactions

throughout the day

The charity was founded by volunteers in 1966 and almost 50 years later volunteers continue to be

the backbone of the organization

Charities such as Meals on Wheels rely on the generosity and community spirit of donors

If you would like to make a donation know someone who would benefit from receiving Meals

on Wheels or are interested in volunteer opportunities you may visit their website or contact them via

phone or email

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Phone 416-482-0549

Email infoypmealsonwheelscom

Website wwwypmealsonwheelscom

Many thanks to the local 56th Toronto Cub Scouts for visiting me at City Hall

Blythwood Road Work

Staff have been hard at work resurfacing a section of Blythwood Road east of Mount Pleasant in recent

weeks

Improvements will also be made to the sidewalk and curb including the installation of raised metal

plates called tactile plates at the crosswalk entrance These plates will help alert the visually impaired

that they are entering the road

Finally staff are installing new catch basins to improve drainage and reduce flooding in the valley

The repairs and improvements should be complete by the first week of December weather-permitting

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It was an honour to deliver opening remarks at the Korean Canadian Cultural Associations unveiling of the

Peace Statue

Shop Local Stychin Tyme

Stychin Tyme a small business specializing in mens and womens alternations is moving to Ward 25

Theyll be relocating to 927 Mt Pleasant Road because of a proposed development on Yonge Street

Owner Penny Bedford and her team offer expert tailoring and in some cases can provide you with the

finished product in only a matter of hours

For more information call 416-485-6970

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Jaye welcomes successful small business owner Penny Bedford to the ward

Development Updates

Check out the interactive map on my website with Ward 25s major development proposals and

projects

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88 Erskine Avenue

Applicant Veridoc Developments

Proposal eight-storey 80 unit residential apartments existing 491 unit building on-site will be

maintained

Status Approved by the Ontario Municipal Board (OMB)

101 (99) Erskine and 66 Broadway

Applicant Tridel

Proposal 32-storey 432 unit building the existing apartment building at 66 Broadway will

remain The applicant recently applied to add two storeys resulting in a 34-storey building

Status City Council approved the original application for 32-storeys in October 2012

This new application for the additional two floors will be before the Committee of Adjustment

today November 26

For more information please contact Robert Gibson (Senior Planner) at 416-395-7059

or rgibsontorontoca

18-30 Erskine Avenue

Applicant Pemberton

Proposal 35-storey 300 unit condominium with 153 parking spaces beside John Fisher Public

School

Status The applicant appealed to the Ontario Municipal Board and Ive been working closely with

the local neighborhood organization A mediation session took place in mid-August and the finaldetails will be before City Council in December 2015

For more information please contact Steve Forrester (City Planner) at 416-395-7126

or sforresttorontoca

The Ontario Municipal Board contact for this development is Raymond Borja (Case Coordinator)

and he may be reached at 416-326-5368

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Alaska 2779-2781 Yonge Street 15-17 and 19-21 Strathgowan Avenue

Applicant 165584 Ontario Limited

Proposal 11-storey residential building with 102 condominium units 29 rental replacement units

and ground floor retail

Status Following several revisions the applicant recently appealed to the Ontario Municipal

Board A hearing is scheduled for January 11 2016

For more information please contact John Andreevski (City Planner) at 416-395-7097

or jandreetorontoca

The Ontario Municipal Board contact for this development is Julie Nolan (Case Coordinator) and

she may be reached at 416-326-6782

100 Ranleigh Avenue

Applicant RE Millward amp Associates Ltd

Proposal Four storeys of luxury rental apartments

Status A new application for this site was submitted to City Planning in May 2015

triggering the citys full planning process A community consultation was held on

November 17 2015

For more information please contact John Lyon (City Planner) at 416-395-7095

or jlyontorontoca

888-900 Don Mills Road and 55 Barber Greene Road

Applicant Kwan amp Kwan Limited

Proposal Rezoning to allow relocation of existing on-site banquet hall

Status The application was approved at the Ontario Municipal Board

For more information please contact Guy Matthew (City Planner) at 416-395-7102

or gmatthe2torontoca

740-750 York Mills Road and 17 Farmstead Road

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Applicant Minto

Proposal 260 stacked townhouse units and retention of the three existing rental apartment

buildings

Status Following City Plannings initial community consultation meeting in Fall 2013 the

neighbourhood formed a working group The working group held a series of recent meetings and

recently reached out to the wider neighbourhood with a petition

For more information please contact John Andreevski (City Planner) at 416-395-7097

or jandreetorontoca

You may also contact the working group at yorkmillsleslieworkinggroupgmailcom

16 Kirtling Place

Applicant York-Kirtling Inc

Proposal Six townhouses fronting York Mills Road and one detached house off Kirtling

Status City Planning received this application in August and a community consultation

meeting took place in February 2015 City Plannings final report is expected in the coming

months

For more information please contact Guy Matthew (City Planner) at 416-395-7102

or gmatthe2torontoca

2425-2427 Bayview Avenue

Applicant Urbancorp

Proposal 40 townhouse units

Status Urbancorp purchased the site from Hush and submitted a new application to City

Planning in September 2014 The new application proposes to double the number of townhouses

on the site which were previously approved by the Ontario Municipal Board Urbancorp appealed

to the Ontario Municipal Board short-circuiting city plannings process A hearing is scheduled

for January 4 2016

For more information please contact Guy Matthew (City Planner) at 416-395-7102

or gmatthe2torontoca

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2437 Bayview Avenue

Applicant Larendale Group of Companies

Proposal Two-storey place of worship

Status City Planning received this application in December 2014 and a community consultation

meeting took place in March 2015

For more information please contact Michaelle Corcoran (City Planner) at 416-395-7130

or mcorcortorontoca

103 and 108 Bayview Ridge

Applicant M Behar Planning amp Design Inc

Proposal 11 townhouses fronting Bayview Avenue and four detached houses facing Bayview

Bridge

Status The applicant appealed to the Ontario Municipal Board in late 2013 short circuiting the

citys planning process The application went into mediation last Fall and a hearing was held on

June 1 2015 An OMB decision is expected in the coming months

For more information please contact Guy Matthew (City Planner) at 416-395-7102

or gmatthe2torontoca

The Ontario Municipal Board contact for this development is Julie Nolan (Case Coordinator) and

she may be reached at 416-326-6782

2 Wilket Road

Applicant Goldberg Group

Proposal Seven townhouses fronting Bayview Avenue and a single detached house

fronting Wilket Road

Status The applicant appealed to the Ontario Municipal Board and a hearing is scheduled

for January 18 2016

For more information please contact Guy Matthew (City Planner) at 416-395-7102

or gmatthe2torontoca

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2655-2659 Bayview Avenue and 15 Old Colony Road

Applicant Goldberg Group

Proposal 10 three-storey townhouses fronting Bayview and two detached houses facing

Old Colony Road

Status Following a community consultation in spring 2014 the applicant appealed to the

Ontario Municipal Board A hearing was held on August 26 2015 and an OMB decision is

expected in the coming months

For more information please contact Guy Matthew (City Planner) at 416-395-7102

or gmatthe2torontoca

The Ontario Municipal Board contact for this development is Raymond Borja (Case

Coordinator) and he may be reached at 416-326-5368

1087-1095 Leslie Street (Inn on the Park)

Applicant Tridel

Proposal Four condominium towers with heights of 28 29 24 and 39 storeys containing

1380 units and at-grade commercial space Also proposed are 2 blocks of 3-storey back-

to-back townhouses containing 20 units

Status A community consultation was held in June 2015 and staffs final report can be

expected in the coming months

For more information please contact John Andreevski (City Planner) at 416-395-7097

or jandreetorontoca

You may also visit the developments website by clicking here

200-214 Keewatin Avenue

Applicant 200 Keewatin Developments

Proposal Two 35-storey stacked townhouse blocks comprised of 80 residential units

Status City Planning received this application in February and a community consultation was

held in June 2015 The applicant appealed to the OMB short circuiting the citys full planning

process Ive directed city staff to attend the OMB and oppose this application A hearing hasnt

yet been scheduled

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For more information please contact John Andreevski (City Planner) at 416-395-7097

or jandreetorontoca

You may also visit the developments website by clicking here

49-51 Lawrence Avenue East and 84 Weybourne Crescent

Applicant Bousfields Inc

Proposal A four-storey stacked townhouse development with 22 residential units in two

blocks

Status An application was received by City Planning in May 2015 A community

consultation was held in late September In November 2015 the applicant appealed

directly to the Ontario Municipal Board

For more information please contact Guy Matthew (City Planner) at 416-395-7102

or gmatthe2torontoca

1888 Bayview Avenue

Applicant Tridel

Proposal The construction of a new 8-storey residential apartment building This is Phase 2 of

a two phase project

Status The application was approved by the Committee of Adjustment in August 2015

For more information please contact Kaitlyn Graham (Assistant Planner) at 416-395-7052

or kgrahamtorontoca

2851 Yonge Street

Applicant RE Millward amp Associates Ltd

Proposal An eight-storey 49 unit rental apartment building

Status City Planning received this application in April 2015 and a community consultation was

held in late September

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For more information please contact Michaelle Corcoran (City Planner) at 416-395-7130

or mcorcortorontoca

100 Broadway

Applicant Broadway Developments Inc

Proposal 34-storey apartment building with 329 residential apartment units

Status An application has been submitted Staffs preliminary report is expected for

January 2016 with a community consultation scheduled shortly afterwards

For more information please contact John Andreevski (City Planner) at 416-395-7097

or jandreetorontoca

169 The Donway West

Applicant Bousfields Inc

Proposal Mixed use development with a 34-storey tower and a 39-storey tower with a 2-

storey connecting base 736 residential units and 3000 square meters of retailoffice

space on the ground floor

Status An application has been submitted Staffs preliminary report is expected in the

coming months

For more information please contact John Lyon (City Planner) at 416-395-7095

or jlyontorontoca

Bayview Avenue Design Guidelines Planning Study

Background Townhouse design guidelines study of Bayview Avenue between Lawrence

Avenue and the 401

Status The Bayview Design Guidelines were passed at the November 2015 North York

Community Council meeting

For more information please contact Guy Matthew (City Planner) at 416-395-7102

or gmatthe2torontoca

You can also finding more information by clicking here

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Midtown in Focus Planning Study

Background A parks open space and st reetscape master plan for the Yonge and Eglinton

neighbourhood

Status Adopted by City Council

For more information please contact Leo DeSorcy (City Planner) at 416-395-7139

or ldesorcytorontoca

You can also finding more information by clicking here

Public Meetings and Events

The Holiday Spirit in Ward 25

December is just around the corner and Torontonians are getting into the holiday spirit

Were fortunate in a city as big as ours to have an abundance of community events and activities for

each member of your family to take part in

This is the time of year when arts and culture thrives and you dont have to look far to find

entertainment for all ages

If youre looking for live music the North York Concert Orchestras presentation of Soireacutees Musicales

is on December 12 This performance led by a talented group of musicians is not to be missed

If youd like to get a head start on your shopping ndash and beat the crowds ndash be sure to visit your local

business improvement area

Many boutiques and shops in the Yonge-Lawrence and Uptown Yonge BIAs participate in

YellowPages Shop the Neighbourhood Day on November 28 This is a great opportunity to support

local businesses and restaurants

If youre looking for local fare to serve at your holiday party be sure to visit the Organic Farmers

Market at the Toronto Botanical Garden This market held every Thursday from 2 to 7 pm offers the

best in local produce prepared food and much more

Outreach to those in need is especially important around the holidays The North York Harvest Food

Bank serves as the primary food bank for North Toronto and in 2014 alone served over 2 million

pounds of food

If youd like to volunteer with their organization or donate to their programs be sure to visit

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wwwnorthyorkharvestcom

No matter what age you are or which activities you choose to take part in enjoy everything your

community has to offer and have a safe and happy holiday season

Uptown Yonge BIA Annual Tree Lighting Ceremony

Date Friday November 27

Time 700 pm

Location St Clements Parkette (14 St Clements Avenue)

Please join the Uptown Yonge BIA as they light up their Christmas tree

For more information please click here

49th Annual Cavalcade of Lights

Date Saturday November 28

Time 600 pm

Location Nathan Phillips Square (100 Queen Street W)

Mark the start of the holiday season by stopping by the 49th Annual Cavalcade of Lights in

Nathan Phillips Square

There is a great line-up of activities for the entire family For more information please click

here

YellowPages Shop the Neighbourhood Day

Date Saturday November 28

Location Participating businesses across Toronto

ShopTheHood is coming up fast Support local businesses in our neighbourhoods on

November 28

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Lawrence Park Community Church Christmas Market

Date Sunday November 29

Time 1130 am to 330 pm

Location Lawrence Park Community Church (2180 Bayview Avenue)

Get into the Christmas spirit by visiting the LPCCs Christmas Market on Sunday November 29

For more information please click here

Tree Planting Strategy Public Meeting and Survey

Date Monday November 30

Time 630 pm to 900 pm

Location Toronto City Hall Committee Room 2 (100 Queen Street W)

The City recognizes the significant community and environmental benefits of our urban forest

and is seeking your input on the development of programs and tools necessary to increase tree

planting on private land

Youre welcome to attend the public meeting above or to contribute your feedback through their

online survey which is available until December 14

For more information please click here

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Toronto Botanical Garden Holiday Market amp Open House

Date Thursday December 3

Time Noon to 900 pm

Location 777 Lawrence Ave E

Be sure to visit the Toronto Botanical Gardens Annual Holiday Market and Open House next

Thursday December 3 Theres no better way to get into the holiday spirit

For more information please click here

Yorkminster Park Baptist Church 7th Annual City Carol Sing

Date Saturday December 5

Time 200 pm

Location 1585 Yonge Street (1 block north of St Clair Avenue)

For more information on this great event and the line-up of special guests please click

here

North York Concert Orchestra Soiregravees Musicales

Date Saturday December 12

Time 800 pm (pre-concert chat at 730 pm)

Location Yorkminster Citadel (1 Lord Seaton Road)

The North York Concert Orchestras 2015-2016 season is now underway Join them for their

presentation of Soiregravees Musicales

For more information and ticket prices please click here

Toronto Botanical Garden Weekly Organic Farmers Market

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Date Every Thursday

Time 200 pm to 700 pm

Location 777 Lawrence Ave E

Head to the TBG on Thursdays to pick up local produce bread meat cheese honey prepared

food and more

For more information please click here

Toronto Public Library Tea amp Movies for Seniors at the Don Mills Branch

Date Friday Afternoons in the New Year

Time 200 pm

Location 888 Lawrence Ave E

The Don Mills Branch will be offering new programs for seniors in the new year including

tea amp movies on Friday afternoons

For more information please click here or call 416-395-5710

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Improvements to the notice process including the manner and form of public notices as well as

extending the distribution area and timeline

Training and professional development for Committee of Adjustment panel members

The audio-visual or audio recording of Committee of Adjustment panels and

A public participation strategy to ensure the public is well-informed about the process and has

the tools to effectively engage in Committee of Adjustment hearings

For the full text of my motion click here

Im pleased to announce that at this months Planning and Growth Management Committee city staff

brought forward a report recommending the purchase and installation of a device that would allow for

the full audio-visual recording of Committee of Adjustment meetings

Click here to read the report

Audio-visual recordings of Committee of Adjustment panels will improve the transparency of the

process by keeping a record of the meetings

The device will be installed at City Hall in January 2016

While there is a significant amount of work still to be done to overhaul the Committee of Adjustment

Im heartened to see the realization of one of my long-standing recommendations I look forward to

seeing more improvements to the Committee of Adjustment in the near future

The Planning and Growth Management Committee also requested a report on the feasibility of live-

streaming Committee of Adjustment meetings ndash this means you could follow the meetings from the

comfort of your home

Be on the lookout for that report in 2016

Mandatory Downspout Disconnection

In Toronto its mandatory for property owners to disconnect their downspouts from the citys sewer

system - doing so reduces the risk of basement flooding and improves our citys water quality

While mandatory downspout disconnection is already in effect for most of the city the final area -

including parts of Ward 25 - will be required to disconnect by December 3 2016

To see when your disconnection comes into effect you can view this map

For more information on when you are required to disconnect how to disconnect safely or what kinds of

exemptions are available please click here or call 311

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As Chair of Publ ic Works I was ho noured to join MPP Glen Murray in announcing provincial changes to the

Municipal Class Environmental Assessment system

Protecting Your Pipes this Winter

As the cold weather approaches its important to be proactive and take steps to protect your pipes

from freezing Frozen pipes can leave you without water they can also burst and cause damage toyour home and property

Here are some helpful tips to prevent your pipes from freezing

Be knowledgeable

Make sure you know where the main water shut-off valve is in your home and how to turn it on

and off

Insulate pipes

Insulate pipes with foam pipe covers Pipes at the greatest risk of freezing are those near

outside walls and in crawl spaces attics and garages

Eliminate drafts

Seal all air leaks in your home and garage to prevent cold air from getting in Double-check

around doors windows electrical wiring and pipes

Drain the outdoor water supply

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Outdoor faucets freeze first Unscrew outdoor hoses let the taps drain and turn off the outdoor

water supply

Know a plumber

Have the contact information of a reliable plumber readily available If your pipes are continually

freezing there may be an underlying plumbing problem that requires professional assistance

When the weather drops significantly below 0ordmC ensure that areas containing indoor pipes (especially

those near the water meter) are maintained at 8ordmC or higher Consider opening cabinet doors to let warm

air circulate around the pipes Its also a good idea to keep your garage door closed during extremely

cold weather

For extra peace of mind during a cold snap you can also turn on your tap to run a pencil-thin stream of

water This will ensure some movement of water in the pipes Remember though you will incur fees for

water use if you opt to take this step

I was happy to speak at artist Gregg Segals exhibition 7 Days of Garbage at Union Station The exhibition

was presented in conjunction with Solid Waste Management and brings awareness not only to the amount of

waste we produce but also to the citys Long Term Waste Management Strategy

Winter Operations Guide

Snow Clearing

As Chair of Public Works Im pleased to tell you that the city is prepared to tackle whatever winter

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throws at us We have a great team and a great plan in place

First and foremost weve got a huge arsenal including 571 road plows 329 sidewalk plows 202 salt

trucks and about 1500 personnel

Theres no doubt that snow clearing is a big operation - the city has 5605 km of roads on 9500 streets

along with 6000 km of sidewalks and 262000 driveways

During a winter storm the citys priority is to clear expressways collectors and main roads It may take

extra time to get out to the local streets

Icy sidewalks are a serious pedestrian safety hazard particularly for our older neighbours and those

with accessibility issues So please be nice and clear your ice

Senior city staff advised that contacting 311 the citys 24-hour service portal after a storm is the

fastest and most efficient way to report snow and ice issues Each time you contact 311 your issue is

recorded (with a service request number that can be tracked) and the request goes immediately to

Transportation Services for investigation and follow up

For more information about the citys snow plowing practices click here

Potholes

Snow ice and freeze-thaw cycles can cause serious damage to our roadways

To report potholes phone 311 or visit wwwtorontoca311 Have the closest municipal address on

hand - it helps pothole repair crews work efficiently

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As Chair of Publ ic Works I was happy to announce the citys plan for wi nter operations and was joined

by Stephen Buckley (General Manager of Transportation Services) and Paul Clements (Operations Co-

ordination Manager with Toronto Water)

Waste Wizard

The City of Torontos Solid Waste Management division has a unique tool for residents to use when

theyre unsure of what to do with unwanted stuff

The Waste Wizard is an easy-to-use website designed to help residents sort and dispose of unwanted

items Simply type in an item and Waste Wizard will offer directions on how to dispose of it

Check out the Waste Wizard here

If curbside disposal is not an option why not consider donation Visit the Citys ReUseIt website for

more information

Also as of June 1 stretchy plastics are now accepted in your recycling bin This includes

Milk bags (inner pouches and outer bag)

Bread bags (non-foil)

Sandwichresealable bags

Bulk food bags

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Produce bags

Dry cleaning bags

Newspaperflyer bags

Frozen fruit and vegetable bags (not including stand-up pouches)

Transparent recycling bags

Over-wrap from toilet paper napkins paper towels water and soft drink packaging

Road salt bags

Recycling these items helps divert approximately 3500 additional tonnes of waste from landfills

Keep a close watch on your mailboxes next month as Solid Waste Management Services will

soon be mailing out the 2016 curbside recycling amp collection calendars

Welcoming Grade 9 students to City Hall for Take Our Kids to Work Day

Toronto Hydro Outage Map and Tips

Toronto Hydro just launched a new and improved version of its outage map

The maps new features include status updates on outages and estimated times for

restoration

The outage map is also more user-friendly and provides detailed boundaries of

current outages You can also search the map by address

Toronto Hydro is currently working on a notification program that will provide you with

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updates during major outages You can register for outage alerts here

If power is down following a snow storm Toronto Hydro suggests following these tips

Check to see if your neighbours have power If they dont it is likely that more work is planned

on your street

If your home is the only house without electricity check your electrical panel inside your home

to see if the breakers are in the on position

Check outside and visually inspect if the electrical equipment on your home is damaged or if theservice wire is down If the customer-owned connection point (usually the pipe and wires

attached to your home connected to the powerline) is damaged you may need to contact an

ESA-certified electrical contractor A list is available on the ESArsquos website

at httpwwwesasafecom

In the event of a power outage this winter you can contact Toronto Hydros Customer Care team

at (416) 542-8000 This number can also be used to report emergencies such as downed or

sagging wires

You may also report power outages and streetlight outages by visiting this link or by calling 311

For additional information on emergency preparedness please click here

Local Appeal Body

As no doubt youre aware Toronto is facing incredible intensification pressure Thats why Im pleased

to announce that the city is getting traction on real and significant planning reform

In my first term in office I worked with the former Chair of the Planning and Growth ManagementCommittee to get the establishment of a Local Appeal Body (LAB) off the ground City Council

approved the LAB in July 2014

The LAB will be an independent decision-making body that will replace the Ontario Municipal Board

(OMB) in hearing appeals of minor variance and consent applications

The goal is to give Toronto more control over defining its own neighbourhoods For example the city

not the province will appoint LAB members and set up the appointments process The LAB will also

determine its own rules of practice and procedure

A report from City Planning about the LAB will be c oming to Executive Committee in January 2016

For more information on the LAB check out this staff presentation from Spring 2014

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I was honoured to speak with our Canadian veterans at Sunnybrook Hospitals Remembrance Day

Ceremony

Intensification in the Yonge amp Eglinton Community

Toronto is experiencing unprecedented growth While many neighbourhoods are feeling the pinch few

are experiencing levels of growth and change like the Yonge-Eglinton area This growth has directimpacts on our built form and infrastructure ndash from transit to schools to stormwater management

Thats why in July 2015 I asked the Chief Planner to report on planning tools that can be used to help

manage intensification pressure in the Yonge-Eglinton neighbourhood

The goal of the study the Yonge and Eglinton Growth Built Form and Infrastructure Review is to

develop an evidence-based planning approach that can better inform the development review process

and policy-making moving forward

From my perspective any and all growth needs to be effectively managed to ensure the continuedliveability of our community These planning tools will guide the vision form and fit of future

developments with a focus on the context-specific character of the Yonge-Eglinton neighbourhood

Building on the recently City Council-approved Midtown in Focus a plan focusing on public realm

improvements to streets buildings and open spaces the Yonge and Eglinton Review is really four

plans in one Using recent growth analyses the Review examines built form cultural heritage

community infrastructure and transportation and municipal services

A key component of the review involves a detailed analysis of the performance and capacity of city

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infrastructure including transportation networks water wastewater and energy The final report will

outline what infrastructural improvements would be needed based on projected growth estimates

Expected in Spring 2016 the report will enhance the development review process by providing hard

data on the multiple impacts of intensification in Yonge-Eglinton

The bottom line is that we want to maintain the unique feel of the Yonge-Eglinton neighbourhood and

the characteristics that make it a vibrant community

For updates on the Yonge and Eglinton Growth Built Form and Infrastructure Review click here

Greater Toronto Airports Authority Noise Mitigation Initiatives Engagement Plan

As you may know Toronto Pearson International Airport and the Greater Toronto Airports Authority

(GTAA) started a Noise Mitigation Initiatives Engagement Plan

In 2016 they will be entering into the third phase of this plan which includes public consultation

In the meantime residents can register comments and complaints through Toronto Pearson directly by

contacting the Noise Management Office at 416-247-7682 completing this form or using WebTrak (an

online tracking system that can be used to see arriving and departing flights overhead in your

neighbourhood)

Residents are also invited to participate in Pearsons Community Environment amp Noise Advisory

Committee (CENAC) The committee holds regular meetings where the public is given the opportunity

to discuss and ask questions about noise-related issues

Ward 25 Updates

Splash Guards on the Bayview Bridge

Splash guards have been installed on the Bayview Bridge north of Lawrence

The new splash guards provide safe passage along the bridge for pedestrians in Ward 25 Theyll create

a safer walking route for travel to and from the Crescent School the Toronto French School the York

University Glendon Campus and the Granite Club

Many thanks to Gary Gund Allan Vice and Bruce and Cee Cee Robertson for helping to make this

happen

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Park Updates

Lawrence Park Playground

As mentioned in my previous eNewsletter Parks staff advised that construction on the playground isexpected to begin in Spring 2016

Ill continue to push hard throughout the winter to ensure that this project is prioritized and that shovels

are in the ground as soon as the snow melts

Lord Seaton Park Playground Enhancements

I would like to thank the neighbourhood for attending the public meeting on Thursday November 19

Your input on the upcoming enhancements to this playground is greatly appreciated and I look forwardto posting the final designs on my website as soon as they are available

Mossgrove Park Playground Enhancements

We would like the neighbourhoods input on the conceptual designs for the enhancements of this

playground

We will be organizing a public meeting in the New Year If you havent reached out already but would

like to receive the details when they become available please email my office

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Many thanks to the Grade 12 Politics class from York Mills Collegiate Institute for stopping by City Hall to watch

City Council in action

Yorkminster Park Meals on Wheels

Operating out of the Yorkminster Park Baptist Church at Yonge and St Clair the charity delivers

nutritious meals to the sick elderly and disabled and supports them in their desire to remain at home

and live independently

At present Yorkminster Park Meals on Wheels delivers approximately 12000 hot meals and 20000

frozen meals annually to clients within the North Toronto area While delivering meals to those in need

the volunteers provide a compassionate visit to clients who may not have other social interactions

throughout the day

The charity was founded by volunteers in 1966 and almost 50 years later volunteers continue to be

the backbone of the organization

Charities such as Meals on Wheels rely on the generosity and community spirit of donors

If you would like to make a donation know someone who would benefit from receiving Meals

on Wheels or are interested in volunteer opportunities you may visit their website or contact them via

phone or email

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Phone 416-482-0549

Email infoypmealsonwheelscom

Website wwwypmealsonwheelscom

Many thanks to the local 56th Toronto Cub Scouts for visiting me at City Hall

Blythwood Road Work

Staff have been hard at work resurfacing a section of Blythwood Road east of Mount Pleasant in recent

weeks

Improvements will also be made to the sidewalk and curb including the installation of raised metal

plates called tactile plates at the crosswalk entrance These plates will help alert the visually impaired

that they are entering the road

Finally staff are installing new catch basins to improve drainage and reduce flooding in the valley

The repairs and improvements should be complete by the first week of December weather-permitting

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It was an honour to deliver opening remarks at the Korean Canadian Cultural Associations unveiling of the

Peace Statue

Shop Local Stychin Tyme

Stychin Tyme a small business specializing in mens and womens alternations is moving to Ward 25

Theyll be relocating to 927 Mt Pleasant Road because of a proposed development on Yonge Street

Owner Penny Bedford and her team offer expert tailoring and in some cases can provide you with the

finished product in only a matter of hours

For more information call 416-485-6970

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Jaye welcomes successful small business owner Penny Bedford to the ward

Development Updates

Check out the interactive map on my website with Ward 25s major development proposals and

projects

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88 Erskine Avenue

Applicant Veridoc Developments

Proposal eight-storey 80 unit residential apartments existing 491 unit building on-site will be

maintained

Status Approved by the Ontario Municipal Board (OMB)

101 (99) Erskine and 66 Broadway

Applicant Tridel

Proposal 32-storey 432 unit building the existing apartment building at 66 Broadway will

remain The applicant recently applied to add two storeys resulting in a 34-storey building

Status City Council approved the original application for 32-storeys in October 2012

This new application for the additional two floors will be before the Committee of Adjustment

today November 26

For more information please contact Robert Gibson (Senior Planner) at 416-395-7059

or rgibsontorontoca

18-30 Erskine Avenue

Applicant Pemberton

Proposal 35-storey 300 unit condominium with 153 parking spaces beside John Fisher Public

School

Status The applicant appealed to the Ontario Municipal Board and Ive been working closely with

the local neighborhood organization A mediation session took place in mid-August and the finaldetails will be before City Council in December 2015

For more information please contact Steve Forrester (City Planner) at 416-395-7126

or sforresttorontoca

The Ontario Municipal Board contact for this development is Raymond Borja (Case Coordinator)

and he may be reached at 416-326-5368

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Alaska 2779-2781 Yonge Street 15-17 and 19-21 Strathgowan Avenue

Applicant 165584 Ontario Limited

Proposal 11-storey residential building with 102 condominium units 29 rental replacement units

and ground floor retail

Status Following several revisions the applicant recently appealed to the Ontario Municipal

Board A hearing is scheduled for January 11 2016

For more information please contact John Andreevski (City Planner) at 416-395-7097

or jandreetorontoca

The Ontario Municipal Board contact for this development is Julie Nolan (Case Coordinator) and

she may be reached at 416-326-6782

100 Ranleigh Avenue

Applicant RE Millward amp Associates Ltd

Proposal Four storeys of luxury rental apartments

Status A new application for this site was submitted to City Planning in May 2015

triggering the citys full planning process A community consultation was held on

November 17 2015

For more information please contact John Lyon (City Planner) at 416-395-7095

or jlyontorontoca

888-900 Don Mills Road and 55 Barber Greene Road

Applicant Kwan amp Kwan Limited

Proposal Rezoning to allow relocation of existing on-site banquet hall

Status The application was approved at the Ontario Municipal Board

For more information please contact Guy Matthew (City Planner) at 416-395-7102

or gmatthe2torontoca

740-750 York Mills Road and 17 Farmstead Road

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Applicant Minto

Proposal 260 stacked townhouse units and retention of the three existing rental apartment

buildings

Status Following City Plannings initial community consultation meeting in Fall 2013 the

neighbourhood formed a working group The working group held a series of recent meetings and

recently reached out to the wider neighbourhood with a petition

For more information please contact John Andreevski (City Planner) at 416-395-7097

or jandreetorontoca

You may also contact the working group at yorkmillsleslieworkinggroupgmailcom

16 Kirtling Place

Applicant York-Kirtling Inc

Proposal Six townhouses fronting York Mills Road and one detached house off Kirtling

Status City Planning received this application in August and a community consultation

meeting took place in February 2015 City Plannings final report is expected in the coming

months

For more information please contact Guy Matthew (City Planner) at 416-395-7102

or gmatthe2torontoca

2425-2427 Bayview Avenue

Applicant Urbancorp

Proposal 40 townhouse units

Status Urbancorp purchased the site from Hush and submitted a new application to City

Planning in September 2014 The new application proposes to double the number of townhouses

on the site which were previously approved by the Ontario Municipal Board Urbancorp appealed

to the Ontario Municipal Board short-circuiting city plannings process A hearing is scheduled

for January 4 2016

For more information please contact Guy Matthew (City Planner) at 416-395-7102

or gmatthe2torontoca

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2437 Bayview Avenue

Applicant Larendale Group of Companies

Proposal Two-storey place of worship

Status City Planning received this application in December 2014 and a community consultation

meeting took place in March 2015

For more information please contact Michaelle Corcoran (City Planner) at 416-395-7130

or mcorcortorontoca

103 and 108 Bayview Ridge

Applicant M Behar Planning amp Design Inc

Proposal 11 townhouses fronting Bayview Avenue and four detached houses facing Bayview

Bridge

Status The applicant appealed to the Ontario Municipal Board in late 2013 short circuiting the

citys planning process The application went into mediation last Fall and a hearing was held on

June 1 2015 An OMB decision is expected in the coming months

For more information please contact Guy Matthew (City Planner) at 416-395-7102

or gmatthe2torontoca

The Ontario Municipal Board contact for this development is Julie Nolan (Case Coordinator) and

she may be reached at 416-326-6782

2 Wilket Road

Applicant Goldberg Group

Proposal Seven townhouses fronting Bayview Avenue and a single detached house

fronting Wilket Road

Status The applicant appealed to the Ontario Municipal Board and a hearing is scheduled

for January 18 2016

For more information please contact Guy Matthew (City Planner) at 416-395-7102

or gmatthe2torontoca

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2655-2659 Bayview Avenue and 15 Old Colony Road

Applicant Goldberg Group

Proposal 10 three-storey townhouses fronting Bayview and two detached houses facing

Old Colony Road

Status Following a community consultation in spring 2014 the applicant appealed to the

Ontario Municipal Board A hearing was held on August 26 2015 and an OMB decision is

expected in the coming months

For more information please contact Guy Matthew (City Planner) at 416-395-7102

or gmatthe2torontoca

The Ontario Municipal Board contact for this development is Raymond Borja (Case

Coordinator) and he may be reached at 416-326-5368

1087-1095 Leslie Street (Inn on the Park)

Applicant Tridel

Proposal Four condominium towers with heights of 28 29 24 and 39 storeys containing

1380 units and at-grade commercial space Also proposed are 2 blocks of 3-storey back-

to-back townhouses containing 20 units

Status A community consultation was held in June 2015 and staffs final report can be

expected in the coming months

For more information please contact John Andreevski (City Planner) at 416-395-7097

or jandreetorontoca

You may also visit the developments website by clicking here

200-214 Keewatin Avenue

Applicant 200 Keewatin Developments

Proposal Two 35-storey stacked townhouse blocks comprised of 80 residential units

Status City Planning received this application in February and a community consultation was

held in June 2015 The applicant appealed to the OMB short circuiting the citys full planning

process Ive directed city staff to attend the OMB and oppose this application A hearing hasnt

yet been scheduled

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For more information please contact John Andreevski (City Planner) at 416-395-7097

or jandreetorontoca

You may also visit the developments website by clicking here

49-51 Lawrence Avenue East and 84 Weybourne Crescent

Applicant Bousfields Inc

Proposal A four-storey stacked townhouse development with 22 residential units in two

blocks

Status An application was received by City Planning in May 2015 A community

consultation was held in late September In November 2015 the applicant appealed

directly to the Ontario Municipal Board

For more information please contact Guy Matthew (City Planner) at 416-395-7102

or gmatthe2torontoca

1888 Bayview Avenue

Applicant Tridel

Proposal The construction of a new 8-storey residential apartment building This is Phase 2 of

a two phase project

Status The application was approved by the Committee of Adjustment in August 2015

For more information please contact Kaitlyn Graham (Assistant Planner) at 416-395-7052

or kgrahamtorontoca

2851 Yonge Street

Applicant RE Millward amp Associates Ltd

Proposal An eight-storey 49 unit rental apartment building

Status City Planning received this application in April 2015 and a community consultation was

held in late September

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For more information please contact Michaelle Corcoran (City Planner) at 416-395-7130

or mcorcortorontoca

100 Broadway

Applicant Broadway Developments Inc

Proposal 34-storey apartment building with 329 residential apartment units

Status An application has been submitted Staffs preliminary report is expected for

January 2016 with a community consultation scheduled shortly afterwards

For more information please contact John Andreevski (City Planner) at 416-395-7097

or jandreetorontoca

169 The Donway West

Applicant Bousfields Inc

Proposal Mixed use development with a 34-storey tower and a 39-storey tower with a 2-

storey connecting base 736 residential units and 3000 square meters of retailoffice

space on the ground floor

Status An application has been submitted Staffs preliminary report is expected in the

coming months

For more information please contact John Lyon (City Planner) at 416-395-7095

or jlyontorontoca

Bayview Avenue Design Guidelines Planning Study

Background Townhouse design guidelines study of Bayview Avenue between Lawrence

Avenue and the 401

Status The Bayview Design Guidelines were passed at the November 2015 North York

Community Council meeting

For more information please contact Guy Matthew (City Planner) at 416-395-7102

or gmatthe2torontoca

You can also finding more information by clicking here

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Midtown in Focus Planning Study

Background A parks open space and st reetscape master plan for the Yonge and Eglinton

neighbourhood

Status Adopted by City Council

For more information please contact Leo DeSorcy (City Planner) at 416-395-7139

or ldesorcytorontoca

You can also finding more information by clicking here

Public Meetings and Events

The Holiday Spirit in Ward 25

December is just around the corner and Torontonians are getting into the holiday spirit

Were fortunate in a city as big as ours to have an abundance of community events and activities for

each member of your family to take part in

This is the time of year when arts and culture thrives and you dont have to look far to find

entertainment for all ages

If youre looking for live music the North York Concert Orchestras presentation of Soireacutees Musicales

is on December 12 This performance led by a talented group of musicians is not to be missed

If youd like to get a head start on your shopping ndash and beat the crowds ndash be sure to visit your local

business improvement area

Many boutiques and shops in the Yonge-Lawrence and Uptown Yonge BIAs participate in

YellowPages Shop the Neighbourhood Day on November 28 This is a great opportunity to support

local businesses and restaurants

If youre looking for local fare to serve at your holiday party be sure to visit the Organic Farmers

Market at the Toronto Botanical Garden This market held every Thursday from 2 to 7 pm offers the

best in local produce prepared food and much more

Outreach to those in need is especially important around the holidays The North York Harvest Food

Bank serves as the primary food bank for North Toronto and in 2014 alone served over 2 million

pounds of food

If youd like to volunteer with their organization or donate to their programs be sure to visit

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wwwnorthyorkharvestcom

No matter what age you are or which activities you choose to take part in enjoy everything your

community has to offer and have a safe and happy holiday season

Uptown Yonge BIA Annual Tree Lighting Ceremony

Date Friday November 27

Time 700 pm

Location St Clements Parkette (14 St Clements Avenue)

Please join the Uptown Yonge BIA as they light up their Christmas tree

For more information please click here

49th Annual Cavalcade of Lights

Date Saturday November 28

Time 600 pm

Location Nathan Phillips Square (100 Queen Street W)

Mark the start of the holiday season by stopping by the 49th Annual Cavalcade of Lights in

Nathan Phillips Square

There is a great line-up of activities for the entire family For more information please click

here

YellowPages Shop the Neighbourhood Day

Date Saturday November 28

Location Participating businesses across Toronto

ShopTheHood is coming up fast Support local businesses in our neighbourhoods on

November 28

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Lawrence Park Community Church Christmas Market

Date Sunday November 29

Time 1130 am to 330 pm

Location Lawrence Park Community Church (2180 Bayview Avenue)

Get into the Christmas spirit by visiting the LPCCs Christmas Market on Sunday November 29

For more information please click here

Tree Planting Strategy Public Meeting and Survey

Date Monday November 30

Time 630 pm to 900 pm

Location Toronto City Hall Committee Room 2 (100 Queen Street W)

The City recognizes the significant community and environmental benefits of our urban forest

and is seeking your input on the development of programs and tools necessary to increase tree

planting on private land

Youre welcome to attend the public meeting above or to contribute your feedback through their

online survey which is available until December 14

For more information please click here

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Toronto Botanical Garden Holiday Market amp Open House

Date Thursday December 3

Time Noon to 900 pm

Location 777 Lawrence Ave E

Be sure to visit the Toronto Botanical Gardens Annual Holiday Market and Open House next

Thursday December 3 Theres no better way to get into the holiday spirit

For more information please click here

Yorkminster Park Baptist Church 7th Annual City Carol Sing

Date Saturday December 5

Time 200 pm

Location 1585 Yonge Street (1 block north of St Clair Avenue)

For more information on this great event and the line-up of special guests please click

here

North York Concert Orchestra Soiregravees Musicales

Date Saturday December 12

Time 800 pm (pre-concert chat at 730 pm)

Location Yorkminster Citadel (1 Lord Seaton Road)

The North York Concert Orchestras 2015-2016 season is now underway Join them for their

presentation of Soiregravees Musicales

For more information and ticket prices please click here

Toronto Botanical Garden Weekly Organic Farmers Market

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Date Every Thursday

Time 200 pm to 700 pm

Location 777 Lawrence Ave E

Head to the TBG on Thursdays to pick up local produce bread meat cheese honey prepared

food and more

For more information please click here

Toronto Public Library Tea amp Movies for Seniors at the Don Mills Branch

Date Friday Afternoons in the New Year

Time 200 pm

Location 888 Lawrence Ave E

The Don Mills Branch will be offering new programs for seniors in the new year including

tea amp movies on Friday afternoons

For more information please click here or call 416-395-5710

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As Chair of Publ ic Works I was ho noured to join MPP Glen Murray in announcing provincial changes to the

Municipal Class Environmental Assessment system

Protecting Your Pipes this Winter

As the cold weather approaches its important to be proactive and take steps to protect your pipes

from freezing Frozen pipes can leave you without water they can also burst and cause damage toyour home and property

Here are some helpful tips to prevent your pipes from freezing

Be knowledgeable

Make sure you know where the main water shut-off valve is in your home and how to turn it on

and off

Insulate pipes

Insulate pipes with foam pipe covers Pipes at the greatest risk of freezing are those near

outside walls and in crawl spaces attics and garages

Eliminate drafts

Seal all air leaks in your home and garage to prevent cold air from getting in Double-check

around doors windows electrical wiring and pipes

Drain the outdoor water supply

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Outdoor faucets freeze first Unscrew outdoor hoses let the taps drain and turn off the outdoor

water supply

Know a plumber

Have the contact information of a reliable plumber readily available If your pipes are continually

freezing there may be an underlying plumbing problem that requires professional assistance

When the weather drops significantly below 0ordmC ensure that areas containing indoor pipes (especially

those near the water meter) are maintained at 8ordmC or higher Consider opening cabinet doors to let warm

air circulate around the pipes Its also a good idea to keep your garage door closed during extremely

cold weather

For extra peace of mind during a cold snap you can also turn on your tap to run a pencil-thin stream of

water This will ensure some movement of water in the pipes Remember though you will incur fees for

water use if you opt to take this step

I was happy to speak at artist Gregg Segals exhibition 7 Days of Garbage at Union Station The exhibition

was presented in conjunction with Solid Waste Management and brings awareness not only to the amount of

waste we produce but also to the citys Long Term Waste Management Strategy

Winter Operations Guide

Snow Clearing

As Chair of Public Works Im pleased to tell you that the city is prepared to tackle whatever winter

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throws at us We have a great team and a great plan in place

First and foremost weve got a huge arsenal including 571 road plows 329 sidewalk plows 202 salt

trucks and about 1500 personnel

Theres no doubt that snow clearing is a big operation - the city has 5605 km of roads on 9500 streets

along with 6000 km of sidewalks and 262000 driveways

During a winter storm the citys priority is to clear expressways collectors and main roads It may take

extra time to get out to the local streets

Icy sidewalks are a serious pedestrian safety hazard particularly for our older neighbours and those

with accessibility issues So please be nice and clear your ice

Senior city staff advised that contacting 311 the citys 24-hour service portal after a storm is the

fastest and most efficient way to report snow and ice issues Each time you contact 311 your issue is

recorded (with a service request number that can be tracked) and the request goes immediately to

Transportation Services for investigation and follow up

For more information about the citys snow plowing practices click here

Potholes

Snow ice and freeze-thaw cycles can cause serious damage to our roadways

To report potholes phone 311 or visit wwwtorontoca311 Have the closest municipal address on

hand - it helps pothole repair crews work efficiently

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As Chair of Publ ic Works I was happy to announce the citys plan for wi nter operations and was joined

by Stephen Buckley (General Manager of Transportation Services) and Paul Clements (Operations Co-

ordination Manager with Toronto Water)

Waste Wizard

The City of Torontos Solid Waste Management division has a unique tool for residents to use when

theyre unsure of what to do with unwanted stuff

The Waste Wizard is an easy-to-use website designed to help residents sort and dispose of unwanted

items Simply type in an item and Waste Wizard will offer directions on how to dispose of it

Check out the Waste Wizard here

If curbside disposal is not an option why not consider donation Visit the Citys ReUseIt website for

more information

Also as of June 1 stretchy plastics are now accepted in your recycling bin This includes

Milk bags (inner pouches and outer bag)

Bread bags (non-foil)

Sandwichresealable bags

Bulk food bags

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Produce bags

Dry cleaning bags

Newspaperflyer bags

Frozen fruit and vegetable bags (not including stand-up pouches)

Transparent recycling bags

Over-wrap from toilet paper napkins paper towels water and soft drink packaging

Road salt bags

Recycling these items helps divert approximately 3500 additional tonnes of waste from landfills

Keep a close watch on your mailboxes next month as Solid Waste Management Services will

soon be mailing out the 2016 curbside recycling amp collection calendars

Welcoming Grade 9 students to City Hall for Take Our Kids to Work Day

Toronto Hydro Outage Map and Tips

Toronto Hydro just launched a new and improved version of its outage map

The maps new features include status updates on outages and estimated times for

restoration

The outage map is also more user-friendly and provides detailed boundaries of

current outages You can also search the map by address

Toronto Hydro is currently working on a notification program that will provide you with

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updates during major outages You can register for outage alerts here

If power is down following a snow storm Toronto Hydro suggests following these tips

Check to see if your neighbours have power If they dont it is likely that more work is planned

on your street

If your home is the only house without electricity check your electrical panel inside your home

to see if the breakers are in the on position

Check outside and visually inspect if the electrical equipment on your home is damaged or if theservice wire is down If the customer-owned connection point (usually the pipe and wires

attached to your home connected to the powerline) is damaged you may need to contact an

ESA-certified electrical contractor A list is available on the ESArsquos website

at httpwwwesasafecom

In the event of a power outage this winter you can contact Toronto Hydros Customer Care team

at (416) 542-8000 This number can also be used to report emergencies such as downed or

sagging wires

You may also report power outages and streetlight outages by visiting this link or by calling 311

For additional information on emergency preparedness please click here

Local Appeal Body

As no doubt youre aware Toronto is facing incredible intensification pressure Thats why Im pleased

to announce that the city is getting traction on real and significant planning reform

In my first term in office I worked with the former Chair of the Planning and Growth ManagementCommittee to get the establishment of a Local Appeal Body (LAB) off the ground City Council

approved the LAB in July 2014

The LAB will be an independent decision-making body that will replace the Ontario Municipal Board

(OMB) in hearing appeals of minor variance and consent applications

The goal is to give Toronto more control over defining its own neighbourhoods For example the city

not the province will appoint LAB members and set up the appointments process The LAB will also

determine its own rules of practice and procedure

A report from City Planning about the LAB will be c oming to Executive Committee in January 2016

For more information on the LAB check out this staff presentation from Spring 2014

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I was honoured to speak with our Canadian veterans at Sunnybrook Hospitals Remembrance Day

Ceremony

Intensification in the Yonge amp Eglinton Community

Toronto is experiencing unprecedented growth While many neighbourhoods are feeling the pinch few

are experiencing levels of growth and change like the Yonge-Eglinton area This growth has directimpacts on our built form and infrastructure ndash from transit to schools to stormwater management

Thats why in July 2015 I asked the Chief Planner to report on planning tools that can be used to help

manage intensification pressure in the Yonge-Eglinton neighbourhood

The goal of the study the Yonge and Eglinton Growth Built Form and Infrastructure Review is to

develop an evidence-based planning approach that can better inform the development review process

and policy-making moving forward

From my perspective any and all growth needs to be effectively managed to ensure the continuedliveability of our community These planning tools will guide the vision form and fit of future

developments with a focus on the context-specific character of the Yonge-Eglinton neighbourhood

Building on the recently City Council-approved Midtown in Focus a plan focusing on public realm

improvements to streets buildings and open spaces the Yonge and Eglinton Review is really four

plans in one Using recent growth analyses the Review examines built form cultural heritage

community infrastructure and transportation and municipal services

A key component of the review involves a detailed analysis of the performance and capacity of city

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infrastructure including transportation networks water wastewater and energy The final report will

outline what infrastructural improvements would be needed based on projected growth estimates

Expected in Spring 2016 the report will enhance the development review process by providing hard

data on the multiple impacts of intensification in Yonge-Eglinton

The bottom line is that we want to maintain the unique feel of the Yonge-Eglinton neighbourhood and

the characteristics that make it a vibrant community

For updates on the Yonge and Eglinton Growth Built Form and Infrastructure Review click here

Greater Toronto Airports Authority Noise Mitigation Initiatives Engagement Plan

As you may know Toronto Pearson International Airport and the Greater Toronto Airports Authority

(GTAA) started a Noise Mitigation Initiatives Engagement Plan

In 2016 they will be entering into the third phase of this plan which includes public consultation

In the meantime residents can register comments and complaints through Toronto Pearson directly by

contacting the Noise Management Office at 416-247-7682 completing this form or using WebTrak (an

online tracking system that can be used to see arriving and departing flights overhead in your

neighbourhood)

Residents are also invited to participate in Pearsons Community Environment amp Noise Advisory

Committee (CENAC) The committee holds regular meetings where the public is given the opportunity

to discuss and ask questions about noise-related issues

Ward 25 Updates

Splash Guards on the Bayview Bridge

Splash guards have been installed on the Bayview Bridge north of Lawrence

The new splash guards provide safe passage along the bridge for pedestrians in Ward 25 Theyll create

a safer walking route for travel to and from the Crescent School the Toronto French School the York

University Glendon Campus and the Granite Club

Many thanks to Gary Gund Allan Vice and Bruce and Cee Cee Robertson for helping to make this

happen

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Park Updates

Lawrence Park Playground

As mentioned in my previous eNewsletter Parks staff advised that construction on the playground isexpected to begin in Spring 2016

Ill continue to push hard throughout the winter to ensure that this project is prioritized and that shovels

are in the ground as soon as the snow melts

Lord Seaton Park Playground Enhancements

I would like to thank the neighbourhood for attending the public meeting on Thursday November 19

Your input on the upcoming enhancements to this playground is greatly appreciated and I look forwardto posting the final designs on my website as soon as they are available

Mossgrove Park Playground Enhancements

We would like the neighbourhoods input on the conceptual designs for the enhancements of this

playground

We will be organizing a public meeting in the New Year If you havent reached out already but would

like to receive the details when they become available please email my office

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Many thanks to the Grade 12 Politics class from York Mills Collegiate Institute for stopping by City Hall to watch

City Council in action

Yorkminster Park Meals on Wheels

Operating out of the Yorkminster Park Baptist Church at Yonge and St Clair the charity delivers

nutritious meals to the sick elderly and disabled and supports them in their desire to remain at home

and live independently

At present Yorkminster Park Meals on Wheels delivers approximately 12000 hot meals and 20000

frozen meals annually to clients within the North Toronto area While delivering meals to those in need

the volunteers provide a compassionate visit to clients who may not have other social interactions

throughout the day

The charity was founded by volunteers in 1966 and almost 50 years later volunteers continue to be

the backbone of the organization

Charities such as Meals on Wheels rely on the generosity and community spirit of donors

If you would like to make a donation know someone who would benefit from receiving Meals

on Wheels or are interested in volunteer opportunities you may visit their website or contact them via

phone or email

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Phone 416-482-0549

Email infoypmealsonwheelscom

Website wwwypmealsonwheelscom

Many thanks to the local 56th Toronto Cub Scouts for visiting me at City Hall

Blythwood Road Work

Staff have been hard at work resurfacing a section of Blythwood Road east of Mount Pleasant in recent

weeks

Improvements will also be made to the sidewalk and curb including the installation of raised metal

plates called tactile plates at the crosswalk entrance These plates will help alert the visually impaired

that they are entering the road

Finally staff are installing new catch basins to improve drainage and reduce flooding in the valley

The repairs and improvements should be complete by the first week of December weather-permitting

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It was an honour to deliver opening remarks at the Korean Canadian Cultural Associations unveiling of the

Peace Statue

Shop Local Stychin Tyme

Stychin Tyme a small business specializing in mens and womens alternations is moving to Ward 25

Theyll be relocating to 927 Mt Pleasant Road because of a proposed development on Yonge Street

Owner Penny Bedford and her team offer expert tailoring and in some cases can provide you with the

finished product in only a matter of hours

For more information call 416-485-6970

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Jaye welcomes successful small business owner Penny Bedford to the ward

Development Updates

Check out the interactive map on my website with Ward 25s major development proposals and

projects

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88 Erskine Avenue

Applicant Veridoc Developments

Proposal eight-storey 80 unit residential apartments existing 491 unit building on-site will be

maintained

Status Approved by the Ontario Municipal Board (OMB)

101 (99) Erskine and 66 Broadway

Applicant Tridel

Proposal 32-storey 432 unit building the existing apartment building at 66 Broadway will

remain The applicant recently applied to add two storeys resulting in a 34-storey building

Status City Council approved the original application for 32-storeys in October 2012

This new application for the additional two floors will be before the Committee of Adjustment

today November 26

For more information please contact Robert Gibson (Senior Planner) at 416-395-7059

or rgibsontorontoca

18-30 Erskine Avenue

Applicant Pemberton

Proposal 35-storey 300 unit condominium with 153 parking spaces beside John Fisher Public

School

Status The applicant appealed to the Ontario Municipal Board and Ive been working closely with

the local neighborhood organization A mediation session took place in mid-August and the finaldetails will be before City Council in December 2015

For more information please contact Steve Forrester (City Planner) at 416-395-7126

or sforresttorontoca

The Ontario Municipal Board contact for this development is Raymond Borja (Case Coordinator)

and he may be reached at 416-326-5368

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Alaska 2779-2781 Yonge Street 15-17 and 19-21 Strathgowan Avenue

Applicant 165584 Ontario Limited

Proposal 11-storey residential building with 102 condominium units 29 rental replacement units

and ground floor retail

Status Following several revisions the applicant recently appealed to the Ontario Municipal

Board A hearing is scheduled for January 11 2016

For more information please contact John Andreevski (City Planner) at 416-395-7097

or jandreetorontoca

The Ontario Municipal Board contact for this development is Julie Nolan (Case Coordinator) and

she may be reached at 416-326-6782

100 Ranleigh Avenue

Applicant RE Millward amp Associates Ltd

Proposal Four storeys of luxury rental apartments

Status A new application for this site was submitted to City Planning in May 2015

triggering the citys full planning process A community consultation was held on

November 17 2015

For more information please contact John Lyon (City Planner) at 416-395-7095

or jlyontorontoca

888-900 Don Mills Road and 55 Barber Greene Road

Applicant Kwan amp Kwan Limited

Proposal Rezoning to allow relocation of existing on-site banquet hall

Status The application was approved at the Ontario Municipal Board

For more information please contact Guy Matthew (City Planner) at 416-395-7102

or gmatthe2torontoca

740-750 York Mills Road and 17 Farmstead Road

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Applicant Minto

Proposal 260 stacked townhouse units and retention of the three existing rental apartment

buildings

Status Following City Plannings initial community consultation meeting in Fall 2013 the

neighbourhood formed a working group The working group held a series of recent meetings and

recently reached out to the wider neighbourhood with a petition

For more information please contact John Andreevski (City Planner) at 416-395-7097

or jandreetorontoca

You may also contact the working group at yorkmillsleslieworkinggroupgmailcom

16 Kirtling Place

Applicant York-Kirtling Inc

Proposal Six townhouses fronting York Mills Road and one detached house off Kirtling

Status City Planning received this application in August and a community consultation

meeting took place in February 2015 City Plannings final report is expected in the coming

months

For more information please contact Guy Matthew (City Planner) at 416-395-7102

or gmatthe2torontoca

2425-2427 Bayview Avenue

Applicant Urbancorp

Proposal 40 townhouse units

Status Urbancorp purchased the site from Hush and submitted a new application to City

Planning in September 2014 The new application proposes to double the number of townhouses

on the site which were previously approved by the Ontario Municipal Board Urbancorp appealed

to the Ontario Municipal Board short-circuiting city plannings process A hearing is scheduled

for January 4 2016

For more information please contact Guy Matthew (City Planner) at 416-395-7102

or gmatthe2torontoca

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2437 Bayview Avenue

Applicant Larendale Group of Companies

Proposal Two-storey place of worship

Status City Planning received this application in December 2014 and a community consultation

meeting took place in March 2015

For more information please contact Michaelle Corcoran (City Planner) at 416-395-7130

or mcorcortorontoca

103 and 108 Bayview Ridge

Applicant M Behar Planning amp Design Inc

Proposal 11 townhouses fronting Bayview Avenue and four detached houses facing Bayview

Bridge

Status The applicant appealed to the Ontario Municipal Board in late 2013 short circuiting the

citys planning process The application went into mediation last Fall and a hearing was held on

June 1 2015 An OMB decision is expected in the coming months

For more information please contact Guy Matthew (City Planner) at 416-395-7102

or gmatthe2torontoca

The Ontario Municipal Board contact for this development is Julie Nolan (Case Coordinator) and

she may be reached at 416-326-6782

2 Wilket Road

Applicant Goldberg Group

Proposal Seven townhouses fronting Bayview Avenue and a single detached house

fronting Wilket Road

Status The applicant appealed to the Ontario Municipal Board and a hearing is scheduled

for January 18 2016

For more information please contact Guy Matthew (City Planner) at 416-395-7102

or gmatthe2torontoca

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2655-2659 Bayview Avenue and 15 Old Colony Road

Applicant Goldberg Group

Proposal 10 three-storey townhouses fronting Bayview and two detached houses facing

Old Colony Road

Status Following a community consultation in spring 2014 the applicant appealed to the

Ontario Municipal Board A hearing was held on August 26 2015 and an OMB decision is

expected in the coming months

For more information please contact Guy Matthew (City Planner) at 416-395-7102

or gmatthe2torontoca

The Ontario Municipal Board contact for this development is Raymond Borja (Case

Coordinator) and he may be reached at 416-326-5368

1087-1095 Leslie Street (Inn on the Park)

Applicant Tridel

Proposal Four condominium towers with heights of 28 29 24 and 39 storeys containing

1380 units and at-grade commercial space Also proposed are 2 blocks of 3-storey back-

to-back townhouses containing 20 units

Status A community consultation was held in June 2015 and staffs final report can be

expected in the coming months

For more information please contact John Andreevski (City Planner) at 416-395-7097

or jandreetorontoca

You may also visit the developments website by clicking here

200-214 Keewatin Avenue

Applicant 200 Keewatin Developments

Proposal Two 35-storey stacked townhouse blocks comprised of 80 residential units

Status City Planning received this application in February and a community consultation was

held in June 2015 The applicant appealed to the OMB short circuiting the citys full planning

process Ive directed city staff to attend the OMB and oppose this application A hearing hasnt

yet been scheduled

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For more information please contact John Andreevski (City Planner) at 416-395-7097

or jandreetorontoca

You may also visit the developments website by clicking here

49-51 Lawrence Avenue East and 84 Weybourne Crescent

Applicant Bousfields Inc

Proposal A four-storey stacked townhouse development with 22 residential units in two

blocks

Status An application was received by City Planning in May 2015 A community

consultation was held in late September In November 2015 the applicant appealed

directly to the Ontario Municipal Board

For more information please contact Guy Matthew (City Planner) at 416-395-7102

or gmatthe2torontoca

1888 Bayview Avenue

Applicant Tridel

Proposal The construction of a new 8-storey residential apartment building This is Phase 2 of

a two phase project

Status The application was approved by the Committee of Adjustment in August 2015

For more information please contact Kaitlyn Graham (Assistant Planner) at 416-395-7052

or kgrahamtorontoca

2851 Yonge Street

Applicant RE Millward amp Associates Ltd

Proposal An eight-storey 49 unit rental apartment building

Status City Planning received this application in April 2015 and a community consultation was

held in late September

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For more information please contact Michaelle Corcoran (City Planner) at 416-395-7130

or mcorcortorontoca

100 Broadway

Applicant Broadway Developments Inc

Proposal 34-storey apartment building with 329 residential apartment units

Status An application has been submitted Staffs preliminary report is expected for

January 2016 with a community consultation scheduled shortly afterwards

For more information please contact John Andreevski (City Planner) at 416-395-7097

or jandreetorontoca

169 The Donway West

Applicant Bousfields Inc

Proposal Mixed use development with a 34-storey tower and a 39-storey tower with a 2-

storey connecting base 736 residential units and 3000 square meters of retailoffice

space on the ground floor

Status An application has been submitted Staffs preliminary report is expected in the

coming months

For more information please contact John Lyon (City Planner) at 416-395-7095

or jlyontorontoca

Bayview Avenue Design Guidelines Planning Study

Background Townhouse design guidelines study of Bayview Avenue between Lawrence

Avenue and the 401

Status The Bayview Design Guidelines were passed at the November 2015 North York

Community Council meeting

For more information please contact Guy Matthew (City Planner) at 416-395-7102

or gmatthe2torontoca

You can also finding more information by clicking here

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Midtown in Focus Planning Study

Background A parks open space and st reetscape master plan for the Yonge and Eglinton

neighbourhood

Status Adopted by City Council

For more information please contact Leo DeSorcy (City Planner) at 416-395-7139

or ldesorcytorontoca

You can also finding more information by clicking here

Public Meetings and Events

The Holiday Spirit in Ward 25

December is just around the corner and Torontonians are getting into the holiday spirit

Were fortunate in a city as big as ours to have an abundance of community events and activities for

each member of your family to take part in

This is the time of year when arts and culture thrives and you dont have to look far to find

entertainment for all ages

If youre looking for live music the North York Concert Orchestras presentation of Soireacutees Musicales

is on December 12 This performance led by a talented group of musicians is not to be missed

If youd like to get a head start on your shopping ndash and beat the crowds ndash be sure to visit your local

business improvement area

Many boutiques and shops in the Yonge-Lawrence and Uptown Yonge BIAs participate in

YellowPages Shop the Neighbourhood Day on November 28 This is a great opportunity to support

local businesses and restaurants

If youre looking for local fare to serve at your holiday party be sure to visit the Organic Farmers

Market at the Toronto Botanical Garden This market held every Thursday from 2 to 7 pm offers the

best in local produce prepared food and much more

Outreach to those in need is especially important around the holidays The North York Harvest Food

Bank serves as the primary food bank for North Toronto and in 2014 alone served over 2 million

pounds of food

If youd like to volunteer with their organization or donate to their programs be sure to visit

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wwwnorthyorkharvestcom

No matter what age you are or which activities you choose to take part in enjoy everything your

community has to offer and have a safe and happy holiday season

Uptown Yonge BIA Annual Tree Lighting Ceremony

Date Friday November 27

Time 700 pm

Location St Clements Parkette (14 St Clements Avenue)

Please join the Uptown Yonge BIA as they light up their Christmas tree

For more information please click here

49th Annual Cavalcade of Lights

Date Saturday November 28

Time 600 pm

Location Nathan Phillips Square (100 Queen Street W)

Mark the start of the holiday season by stopping by the 49th Annual Cavalcade of Lights in

Nathan Phillips Square

There is a great line-up of activities for the entire family For more information please click

here

YellowPages Shop the Neighbourhood Day

Date Saturday November 28

Location Participating businesses across Toronto

ShopTheHood is coming up fast Support local businesses in our neighbourhoods on

November 28

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Lawrence Park Community Church Christmas Market

Date Sunday November 29

Time 1130 am to 330 pm

Location Lawrence Park Community Church (2180 Bayview Avenue)

Get into the Christmas spirit by visiting the LPCCs Christmas Market on Sunday November 29

For more information please click here

Tree Planting Strategy Public Meeting and Survey

Date Monday November 30

Time 630 pm to 900 pm

Location Toronto City Hall Committee Room 2 (100 Queen Street W)

The City recognizes the significant community and environmental benefits of our urban forest

and is seeking your input on the development of programs and tools necessary to increase tree

planting on private land

Youre welcome to attend the public meeting above or to contribute your feedback through their

online survey which is available until December 14

For more information please click here

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Toronto Botanical Garden Holiday Market amp Open House

Date Thursday December 3

Time Noon to 900 pm

Location 777 Lawrence Ave E

Be sure to visit the Toronto Botanical Gardens Annual Holiday Market and Open House next

Thursday December 3 Theres no better way to get into the holiday spirit

For more information please click here

Yorkminster Park Baptist Church 7th Annual City Carol Sing

Date Saturday December 5

Time 200 pm

Location 1585 Yonge Street (1 block north of St Clair Avenue)

For more information on this great event and the line-up of special guests please click

here

North York Concert Orchestra Soiregravees Musicales

Date Saturday December 12

Time 800 pm (pre-concert chat at 730 pm)

Location Yorkminster Citadel (1 Lord Seaton Road)

The North York Concert Orchestras 2015-2016 season is now underway Join them for their

presentation of Soiregravees Musicales

For more information and ticket prices please click here

Toronto Botanical Garden Weekly Organic Farmers Market

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Date Every Thursday

Time 200 pm to 700 pm

Location 777 Lawrence Ave E

Head to the TBG on Thursdays to pick up local produce bread meat cheese honey prepared

food and more

For more information please click here

Toronto Public Library Tea amp Movies for Seniors at the Don Mills Branch

Date Friday Afternoons in the New Year

Time 200 pm

Location 888 Lawrence Ave E

The Don Mills Branch will be offering new programs for seniors in the new year including

tea amp movies on Friday afternoons

For more information please click here or call 416-395-5710

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Outdoor faucets freeze first Unscrew outdoor hoses let the taps drain and turn off the outdoor

water supply

Know a plumber

Have the contact information of a reliable plumber readily available If your pipes are continually

freezing there may be an underlying plumbing problem that requires professional assistance

When the weather drops significantly below 0ordmC ensure that areas containing indoor pipes (especially

those near the water meter) are maintained at 8ordmC or higher Consider opening cabinet doors to let warm

air circulate around the pipes Its also a good idea to keep your garage door closed during extremely

cold weather

For extra peace of mind during a cold snap you can also turn on your tap to run a pencil-thin stream of

water This will ensure some movement of water in the pipes Remember though you will incur fees for

water use if you opt to take this step

I was happy to speak at artist Gregg Segals exhibition 7 Days of Garbage at Union Station The exhibition

was presented in conjunction with Solid Waste Management and brings awareness not only to the amount of

waste we produce but also to the citys Long Term Waste Management Strategy

Winter Operations Guide

Snow Clearing

As Chair of Public Works Im pleased to tell you that the city is prepared to tackle whatever winter

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throws at us We have a great team and a great plan in place

First and foremost weve got a huge arsenal including 571 road plows 329 sidewalk plows 202 salt

trucks and about 1500 personnel

Theres no doubt that snow clearing is a big operation - the city has 5605 km of roads on 9500 streets

along with 6000 km of sidewalks and 262000 driveways

During a winter storm the citys priority is to clear expressways collectors and main roads It may take

extra time to get out to the local streets

Icy sidewalks are a serious pedestrian safety hazard particularly for our older neighbours and those

with accessibility issues So please be nice and clear your ice

Senior city staff advised that contacting 311 the citys 24-hour service portal after a storm is the

fastest and most efficient way to report snow and ice issues Each time you contact 311 your issue is

recorded (with a service request number that can be tracked) and the request goes immediately to

Transportation Services for investigation and follow up

For more information about the citys snow plowing practices click here

Potholes

Snow ice and freeze-thaw cycles can cause serious damage to our roadways

To report potholes phone 311 or visit wwwtorontoca311 Have the closest municipal address on

hand - it helps pothole repair crews work efficiently

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As Chair of Publ ic Works I was happy to announce the citys plan for wi nter operations and was joined

by Stephen Buckley (General Manager of Transportation Services) and Paul Clements (Operations Co-

ordination Manager with Toronto Water)

Waste Wizard

The City of Torontos Solid Waste Management division has a unique tool for residents to use when

theyre unsure of what to do with unwanted stuff

The Waste Wizard is an easy-to-use website designed to help residents sort and dispose of unwanted

items Simply type in an item and Waste Wizard will offer directions on how to dispose of it

Check out the Waste Wizard here

If curbside disposal is not an option why not consider donation Visit the Citys ReUseIt website for

more information

Also as of June 1 stretchy plastics are now accepted in your recycling bin This includes

Milk bags (inner pouches and outer bag)

Bread bags (non-foil)

Sandwichresealable bags

Bulk food bags

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Produce bags

Dry cleaning bags

Newspaperflyer bags

Frozen fruit and vegetable bags (not including stand-up pouches)

Transparent recycling bags

Over-wrap from toilet paper napkins paper towels water and soft drink packaging

Road salt bags

Recycling these items helps divert approximately 3500 additional tonnes of waste from landfills

Keep a close watch on your mailboxes next month as Solid Waste Management Services will

soon be mailing out the 2016 curbside recycling amp collection calendars

Welcoming Grade 9 students to City Hall for Take Our Kids to Work Day

Toronto Hydro Outage Map and Tips

Toronto Hydro just launched a new and improved version of its outage map

The maps new features include status updates on outages and estimated times for

restoration

The outage map is also more user-friendly and provides detailed boundaries of

current outages You can also search the map by address

Toronto Hydro is currently working on a notification program that will provide you with

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updates during major outages You can register for outage alerts here

If power is down following a snow storm Toronto Hydro suggests following these tips

Check to see if your neighbours have power If they dont it is likely that more work is planned

on your street

If your home is the only house without electricity check your electrical panel inside your home

to see if the breakers are in the on position

Check outside and visually inspect if the electrical equipment on your home is damaged or if theservice wire is down If the customer-owned connection point (usually the pipe and wires

attached to your home connected to the powerline) is damaged you may need to contact an

ESA-certified electrical contractor A list is available on the ESArsquos website

at httpwwwesasafecom

In the event of a power outage this winter you can contact Toronto Hydros Customer Care team

at (416) 542-8000 This number can also be used to report emergencies such as downed or

sagging wires

You may also report power outages and streetlight outages by visiting this link or by calling 311

For additional information on emergency preparedness please click here

Local Appeal Body

As no doubt youre aware Toronto is facing incredible intensification pressure Thats why Im pleased

to announce that the city is getting traction on real and significant planning reform

In my first term in office I worked with the former Chair of the Planning and Growth ManagementCommittee to get the establishment of a Local Appeal Body (LAB) off the ground City Council

approved the LAB in July 2014

The LAB will be an independent decision-making body that will replace the Ontario Municipal Board

(OMB) in hearing appeals of minor variance and consent applications

The goal is to give Toronto more control over defining its own neighbourhoods For example the city

not the province will appoint LAB members and set up the appointments process The LAB will also

determine its own rules of practice and procedure

A report from City Planning about the LAB will be c oming to Executive Committee in January 2016

For more information on the LAB check out this staff presentation from Spring 2014

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I was honoured to speak with our Canadian veterans at Sunnybrook Hospitals Remembrance Day

Ceremony

Intensification in the Yonge amp Eglinton Community

Toronto is experiencing unprecedented growth While many neighbourhoods are feeling the pinch few

are experiencing levels of growth and change like the Yonge-Eglinton area This growth has directimpacts on our built form and infrastructure ndash from transit to schools to stormwater management

Thats why in July 2015 I asked the Chief Planner to report on planning tools that can be used to help

manage intensification pressure in the Yonge-Eglinton neighbourhood

The goal of the study the Yonge and Eglinton Growth Built Form and Infrastructure Review is to

develop an evidence-based planning approach that can better inform the development review process

and policy-making moving forward

From my perspective any and all growth needs to be effectively managed to ensure the continuedliveability of our community These planning tools will guide the vision form and fit of future

developments with a focus on the context-specific character of the Yonge-Eglinton neighbourhood

Building on the recently City Council-approved Midtown in Focus a plan focusing on public realm

improvements to streets buildings and open spaces the Yonge and Eglinton Review is really four

plans in one Using recent growth analyses the Review examines built form cultural heritage

community infrastructure and transportation and municipal services

A key component of the review involves a detailed analysis of the performance and capacity of city

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infrastructure including transportation networks water wastewater and energy The final report will

outline what infrastructural improvements would be needed based on projected growth estimates

Expected in Spring 2016 the report will enhance the development review process by providing hard

data on the multiple impacts of intensification in Yonge-Eglinton

The bottom line is that we want to maintain the unique feel of the Yonge-Eglinton neighbourhood and

the characteristics that make it a vibrant community

For updates on the Yonge and Eglinton Growth Built Form and Infrastructure Review click here

Greater Toronto Airports Authority Noise Mitigation Initiatives Engagement Plan

As you may know Toronto Pearson International Airport and the Greater Toronto Airports Authority

(GTAA) started a Noise Mitigation Initiatives Engagement Plan

In 2016 they will be entering into the third phase of this plan which includes public consultation

In the meantime residents can register comments and complaints through Toronto Pearson directly by

contacting the Noise Management Office at 416-247-7682 completing this form or using WebTrak (an

online tracking system that can be used to see arriving and departing flights overhead in your

neighbourhood)

Residents are also invited to participate in Pearsons Community Environment amp Noise Advisory

Committee (CENAC) The committee holds regular meetings where the public is given the opportunity

to discuss and ask questions about noise-related issues

Ward 25 Updates

Splash Guards on the Bayview Bridge

Splash guards have been installed on the Bayview Bridge north of Lawrence

The new splash guards provide safe passage along the bridge for pedestrians in Ward 25 Theyll create

a safer walking route for travel to and from the Crescent School the Toronto French School the York

University Glendon Campus and the Granite Club

Many thanks to Gary Gund Allan Vice and Bruce and Cee Cee Robertson for helping to make this

happen

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Park Updates

Lawrence Park Playground

As mentioned in my previous eNewsletter Parks staff advised that construction on the playground isexpected to begin in Spring 2016

Ill continue to push hard throughout the winter to ensure that this project is prioritized and that shovels

are in the ground as soon as the snow melts

Lord Seaton Park Playground Enhancements

I would like to thank the neighbourhood for attending the public meeting on Thursday November 19

Your input on the upcoming enhancements to this playground is greatly appreciated and I look forwardto posting the final designs on my website as soon as they are available

Mossgrove Park Playground Enhancements

We would like the neighbourhoods input on the conceptual designs for the enhancements of this

playground

We will be organizing a public meeting in the New Year If you havent reached out already but would

like to receive the details when they become available please email my office

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Many thanks to the Grade 12 Politics class from York Mills Collegiate Institute for stopping by City Hall to watch

City Council in action

Yorkminster Park Meals on Wheels

Operating out of the Yorkminster Park Baptist Church at Yonge and St Clair the charity delivers

nutritious meals to the sick elderly and disabled and supports them in their desire to remain at home

and live independently

At present Yorkminster Park Meals on Wheels delivers approximately 12000 hot meals and 20000

frozen meals annually to clients within the North Toronto area While delivering meals to those in need

the volunteers provide a compassionate visit to clients who may not have other social interactions

throughout the day

The charity was founded by volunteers in 1966 and almost 50 years later volunteers continue to be

the backbone of the organization

Charities such as Meals on Wheels rely on the generosity and community spirit of donors

If you would like to make a donation know someone who would benefit from receiving Meals

on Wheels or are interested in volunteer opportunities you may visit their website or contact them via

phone or email

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Phone 416-482-0549

Email infoypmealsonwheelscom

Website wwwypmealsonwheelscom

Many thanks to the local 56th Toronto Cub Scouts for visiting me at City Hall

Blythwood Road Work

Staff have been hard at work resurfacing a section of Blythwood Road east of Mount Pleasant in recent

weeks

Improvements will also be made to the sidewalk and curb including the installation of raised metal

plates called tactile plates at the crosswalk entrance These plates will help alert the visually impaired

that they are entering the road

Finally staff are installing new catch basins to improve drainage and reduce flooding in the valley

The repairs and improvements should be complete by the first week of December weather-permitting

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It was an honour to deliver opening remarks at the Korean Canadian Cultural Associations unveiling of the

Peace Statue

Shop Local Stychin Tyme

Stychin Tyme a small business specializing in mens and womens alternations is moving to Ward 25

Theyll be relocating to 927 Mt Pleasant Road because of a proposed development on Yonge Street

Owner Penny Bedford and her team offer expert tailoring and in some cases can provide you with the

finished product in only a matter of hours

For more information call 416-485-6970

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Jaye welcomes successful small business owner Penny Bedford to the ward

Development Updates

Check out the interactive map on my website with Ward 25s major development proposals and

projects

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88 Erskine Avenue

Applicant Veridoc Developments

Proposal eight-storey 80 unit residential apartments existing 491 unit building on-site will be

maintained

Status Approved by the Ontario Municipal Board (OMB)

101 (99) Erskine and 66 Broadway

Applicant Tridel

Proposal 32-storey 432 unit building the existing apartment building at 66 Broadway will

remain The applicant recently applied to add two storeys resulting in a 34-storey building

Status City Council approved the original application for 32-storeys in October 2012

This new application for the additional two floors will be before the Committee of Adjustment

today November 26

For more information please contact Robert Gibson (Senior Planner) at 416-395-7059

or rgibsontorontoca

18-30 Erskine Avenue

Applicant Pemberton

Proposal 35-storey 300 unit condominium with 153 parking spaces beside John Fisher Public

School

Status The applicant appealed to the Ontario Municipal Board and Ive been working closely with

the local neighborhood organization A mediation session took place in mid-August and the finaldetails will be before City Council in December 2015

For more information please contact Steve Forrester (City Planner) at 416-395-7126

or sforresttorontoca

The Ontario Municipal Board contact for this development is Raymond Borja (Case Coordinator)

and he may be reached at 416-326-5368

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Alaska 2779-2781 Yonge Street 15-17 and 19-21 Strathgowan Avenue

Applicant 165584 Ontario Limited

Proposal 11-storey residential building with 102 condominium units 29 rental replacement units

and ground floor retail

Status Following several revisions the applicant recently appealed to the Ontario Municipal

Board A hearing is scheduled for January 11 2016

For more information please contact John Andreevski (City Planner) at 416-395-7097

or jandreetorontoca

The Ontario Municipal Board contact for this development is Julie Nolan (Case Coordinator) and

she may be reached at 416-326-6782

100 Ranleigh Avenue

Applicant RE Millward amp Associates Ltd

Proposal Four storeys of luxury rental apartments

Status A new application for this site was submitted to City Planning in May 2015

triggering the citys full planning process A community consultation was held on

November 17 2015

For more information please contact John Lyon (City Planner) at 416-395-7095

or jlyontorontoca

888-900 Don Mills Road and 55 Barber Greene Road

Applicant Kwan amp Kwan Limited

Proposal Rezoning to allow relocation of existing on-site banquet hall

Status The application was approved at the Ontario Municipal Board

For more information please contact Guy Matthew (City Planner) at 416-395-7102

or gmatthe2torontoca

740-750 York Mills Road and 17 Farmstead Road

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Applicant Minto

Proposal 260 stacked townhouse units and retention of the three existing rental apartment

buildings

Status Following City Plannings initial community consultation meeting in Fall 2013 the

neighbourhood formed a working group The working group held a series of recent meetings and

recently reached out to the wider neighbourhood with a petition

For more information please contact John Andreevski (City Planner) at 416-395-7097

or jandreetorontoca

You may also contact the working group at yorkmillsleslieworkinggroupgmailcom

16 Kirtling Place

Applicant York-Kirtling Inc

Proposal Six townhouses fronting York Mills Road and one detached house off Kirtling

Status City Planning received this application in August and a community consultation

meeting took place in February 2015 City Plannings final report is expected in the coming

months

For more information please contact Guy Matthew (City Planner) at 416-395-7102

or gmatthe2torontoca

2425-2427 Bayview Avenue

Applicant Urbancorp

Proposal 40 townhouse units

Status Urbancorp purchased the site from Hush and submitted a new application to City

Planning in September 2014 The new application proposes to double the number of townhouses

on the site which were previously approved by the Ontario Municipal Board Urbancorp appealed

to the Ontario Municipal Board short-circuiting city plannings process A hearing is scheduled

for January 4 2016

For more information please contact Guy Matthew (City Planner) at 416-395-7102

or gmatthe2torontoca

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2437 Bayview Avenue

Applicant Larendale Group of Companies

Proposal Two-storey place of worship

Status City Planning received this application in December 2014 and a community consultation

meeting took place in March 2015

For more information please contact Michaelle Corcoran (City Planner) at 416-395-7130

or mcorcortorontoca

103 and 108 Bayview Ridge

Applicant M Behar Planning amp Design Inc

Proposal 11 townhouses fronting Bayview Avenue and four detached houses facing Bayview

Bridge

Status The applicant appealed to the Ontario Municipal Board in late 2013 short circuiting the

citys planning process The application went into mediation last Fall and a hearing was held on

June 1 2015 An OMB decision is expected in the coming months

For more information please contact Guy Matthew (City Planner) at 416-395-7102

or gmatthe2torontoca

The Ontario Municipal Board contact for this development is Julie Nolan (Case Coordinator) and

she may be reached at 416-326-6782

2 Wilket Road

Applicant Goldberg Group

Proposal Seven townhouses fronting Bayview Avenue and a single detached house

fronting Wilket Road

Status The applicant appealed to the Ontario Municipal Board and a hearing is scheduled

for January 18 2016

For more information please contact Guy Matthew (City Planner) at 416-395-7102

or gmatthe2torontoca

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2655-2659 Bayview Avenue and 15 Old Colony Road

Applicant Goldberg Group

Proposal 10 three-storey townhouses fronting Bayview and two detached houses facing

Old Colony Road

Status Following a community consultation in spring 2014 the applicant appealed to the

Ontario Municipal Board A hearing was held on August 26 2015 and an OMB decision is

expected in the coming months

For more information please contact Guy Matthew (City Planner) at 416-395-7102

or gmatthe2torontoca

The Ontario Municipal Board contact for this development is Raymond Borja (Case

Coordinator) and he may be reached at 416-326-5368

1087-1095 Leslie Street (Inn on the Park)

Applicant Tridel

Proposal Four condominium towers with heights of 28 29 24 and 39 storeys containing

1380 units and at-grade commercial space Also proposed are 2 blocks of 3-storey back-

to-back townhouses containing 20 units

Status A community consultation was held in June 2015 and staffs final report can be

expected in the coming months

For more information please contact John Andreevski (City Planner) at 416-395-7097

or jandreetorontoca

You may also visit the developments website by clicking here

200-214 Keewatin Avenue

Applicant 200 Keewatin Developments

Proposal Two 35-storey stacked townhouse blocks comprised of 80 residential units

Status City Planning received this application in February and a community consultation was

held in June 2015 The applicant appealed to the OMB short circuiting the citys full planning

process Ive directed city staff to attend the OMB and oppose this application A hearing hasnt

yet been scheduled

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For more information please contact John Andreevski (City Planner) at 416-395-7097

or jandreetorontoca

You may also visit the developments website by clicking here

49-51 Lawrence Avenue East and 84 Weybourne Crescent

Applicant Bousfields Inc

Proposal A four-storey stacked townhouse development with 22 residential units in two

blocks

Status An application was received by City Planning in May 2015 A community

consultation was held in late September In November 2015 the applicant appealed

directly to the Ontario Municipal Board

For more information please contact Guy Matthew (City Planner) at 416-395-7102

or gmatthe2torontoca

1888 Bayview Avenue

Applicant Tridel

Proposal The construction of a new 8-storey residential apartment building This is Phase 2 of

a two phase project

Status The application was approved by the Committee of Adjustment in August 2015

For more information please contact Kaitlyn Graham (Assistant Planner) at 416-395-7052

or kgrahamtorontoca

2851 Yonge Street

Applicant RE Millward amp Associates Ltd

Proposal An eight-storey 49 unit rental apartment building

Status City Planning received this application in April 2015 and a community consultation was

held in late September

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For more information please contact Michaelle Corcoran (City Planner) at 416-395-7130

or mcorcortorontoca

100 Broadway

Applicant Broadway Developments Inc

Proposal 34-storey apartment building with 329 residential apartment units

Status An application has been submitted Staffs preliminary report is expected for

January 2016 with a community consultation scheduled shortly afterwards

For more information please contact John Andreevski (City Planner) at 416-395-7097

or jandreetorontoca

169 The Donway West

Applicant Bousfields Inc

Proposal Mixed use development with a 34-storey tower and a 39-storey tower with a 2-

storey connecting base 736 residential units and 3000 square meters of retailoffice

space on the ground floor

Status An application has been submitted Staffs preliminary report is expected in the

coming months

For more information please contact John Lyon (City Planner) at 416-395-7095

or jlyontorontoca

Bayview Avenue Design Guidelines Planning Study

Background Townhouse design guidelines study of Bayview Avenue between Lawrence

Avenue and the 401

Status The Bayview Design Guidelines were passed at the November 2015 North York

Community Council meeting

For more information please contact Guy Matthew (City Planner) at 416-395-7102

or gmatthe2torontoca

You can also finding more information by clicking here

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Midtown in Focus Planning Study

Background A parks open space and st reetscape master plan for the Yonge and Eglinton

neighbourhood

Status Adopted by City Council

For more information please contact Leo DeSorcy (City Planner) at 416-395-7139

or ldesorcytorontoca

You can also finding more information by clicking here

Public Meetings and Events

The Holiday Spirit in Ward 25

December is just around the corner and Torontonians are getting into the holiday spirit

Were fortunate in a city as big as ours to have an abundance of community events and activities for

each member of your family to take part in

This is the time of year when arts and culture thrives and you dont have to look far to find

entertainment for all ages

If youre looking for live music the North York Concert Orchestras presentation of Soireacutees Musicales

is on December 12 This performance led by a talented group of musicians is not to be missed

If youd like to get a head start on your shopping ndash and beat the crowds ndash be sure to visit your local

business improvement area

Many boutiques and shops in the Yonge-Lawrence and Uptown Yonge BIAs participate in

YellowPages Shop the Neighbourhood Day on November 28 This is a great opportunity to support

local businesses and restaurants

If youre looking for local fare to serve at your holiday party be sure to visit the Organic Farmers

Market at the Toronto Botanical Garden This market held every Thursday from 2 to 7 pm offers the

best in local produce prepared food and much more

Outreach to those in need is especially important around the holidays The North York Harvest Food

Bank serves as the primary food bank for North Toronto and in 2014 alone served over 2 million

pounds of food

If youd like to volunteer with their organization or donate to their programs be sure to visit

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wwwnorthyorkharvestcom

No matter what age you are or which activities you choose to take part in enjoy everything your

community has to offer and have a safe and happy holiday season

Uptown Yonge BIA Annual Tree Lighting Ceremony

Date Friday November 27

Time 700 pm

Location St Clements Parkette (14 St Clements Avenue)

Please join the Uptown Yonge BIA as they light up their Christmas tree

For more information please click here

49th Annual Cavalcade of Lights

Date Saturday November 28

Time 600 pm

Location Nathan Phillips Square (100 Queen Street W)

Mark the start of the holiday season by stopping by the 49th Annual Cavalcade of Lights in

Nathan Phillips Square

There is a great line-up of activities for the entire family For more information please click

here

YellowPages Shop the Neighbourhood Day

Date Saturday November 28

Location Participating businesses across Toronto

ShopTheHood is coming up fast Support local businesses in our neighbourhoods on

November 28

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Lawrence Park Community Church Christmas Market

Date Sunday November 29

Time 1130 am to 330 pm

Location Lawrence Park Community Church (2180 Bayview Avenue)

Get into the Christmas spirit by visiting the LPCCs Christmas Market on Sunday November 29

For more information please click here

Tree Planting Strategy Public Meeting and Survey

Date Monday November 30

Time 630 pm to 900 pm

Location Toronto City Hall Committee Room 2 (100 Queen Street W)

The City recognizes the significant community and environmental benefits of our urban forest

and is seeking your input on the development of programs and tools necessary to increase tree

planting on private land

Youre welcome to attend the public meeting above or to contribute your feedback through their

online survey which is available until December 14

For more information please click here

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Toronto Botanical Garden Holiday Market amp Open House

Date Thursday December 3

Time Noon to 900 pm

Location 777 Lawrence Ave E

Be sure to visit the Toronto Botanical Gardens Annual Holiday Market and Open House next

Thursday December 3 Theres no better way to get into the holiday spirit

For more information please click here

Yorkminster Park Baptist Church 7th Annual City Carol Sing

Date Saturday December 5

Time 200 pm

Location 1585 Yonge Street (1 block north of St Clair Avenue)

For more information on this great event and the line-up of special guests please click

here

North York Concert Orchestra Soiregravees Musicales

Date Saturday December 12

Time 800 pm (pre-concert chat at 730 pm)

Location Yorkminster Citadel (1 Lord Seaton Road)

The North York Concert Orchestras 2015-2016 season is now underway Join them for their

presentation of Soiregravees Musicales

For more information and ticket prices please click here

Toronto Botanical Garden Weekly Organic Farmers Market

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Date Every Thursday

Time 200 pm to 700 pm

Location 777 Lawrence Ave E

Head to the TBG on Thursdays to pick up local produce bread meat cheese honey prepared

food and more

For more information please click here

Toronto Public Library Tea amp Movies for Seniors at the Don Mills Branch

Date Friday Afternoons in the New Year

Time 200 pm

Location 888 Lawrence Ave E

The Don Mills Branch will be offering new programs for seniors in the new year including

tea amp movies on Friday afternoons

For more information please click here or call 416-395-5710

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throws at us We have a great team and a great plan in place

First and foremost weve got a huge arsenal including 571 road plows 329 sidewalk plows 202 salt

trucks and about 1500 personnel

Theres no doubt that snow clearing is a big operation - the city has 5605 km of roads on 9500 streets

along with 6000 km of sidewalks and 262000 driveways

During a winter storm the citys priority is to clear expressways collectors and main roads It may take

extra time to get out to the local streets

Icy sidewalks are a serious pedestrian safety hazard particularly for our older neighbours and those

with accessibility issues So please be nice and clear your ice

Senior city staff advised that contacting 311 the citys 24-hour service portal after a storm is the

fastest and most efficient way to report snow and ice issues Each time you contact 311 your issue is

recorded (with a service request number that can be tracked) and the request goes immediately to

Transportation Services for investigation and follow up

For more information about the citys snow plowing practices click here

Potholes

Snow ice and freeze-thaw cycles can cause serious damage to our roadways

To report potholes phone 311 or visit wwwtorontoca311 Have the closest municipal address on

hand - it helps pothole repair crews work efficiently

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As Chair of Publ ic Works I was happy to announce the citys plan for wi nter operations and was joined

by Stephen Buckley (General Manager of Transportation Services) and Paul Clements (Operations Co-

ordination Manager with Toronto Water)

Waste Wizard

The City of Torontos Solid Waste Management division has a unique tool for residents to use when

theyre unsure of what to do with unwanted stuff

The Waste Wizard is an easy-to-use website designed to help residents sort and dispose of unwanted

items Simply type in an item and Waste Wizard will offer directions on how to dispose of it

Check out the Waste Wizard here

If curbside disposal is not an option why not consider donation Visit the Citys ReUseIt website for

more information

Also as of June 1 stretchy plastics are now accepted in your recycling bin This includes

Milk bags (inner pouches and outer bag)

Bread bags (non-foil)

Sandwichresealable bags

Bulk food bags

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Produce bags

Dry cleaning bags

Newspaperflyer bags

Frozen fruit and vegetable bags (not including stand-up pouches)

Transparent recycling bags

Over-wrap from toilet paper napkins paper towels water and soft drink packaging

Road salt bags

Recycling these items helps divert approximately 3500 additional tonnes of waste from landfills

Keep a close watch on your mailboxes next month as Solid Waste Management Services will

soon be mailing out the 2016 curbside recycling amp collection calendars

Welcoming Grade 9 students to City Hall for Take Our Kids to Work Day

Toronto Hydro Outage Map and Tips

Toronto Hydro just launched a new and improved version of its outage map

The maps new features include status updates on outages and estimated times for

restoration

The outage map is also more user-friendly and provides detailed boundaries of

current outages You can also search the map by address

Toronto Hydro is currently working on a notification program that will provide you with

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updates during major outages You can register for outage alerts here

If power is down following a snow storm Toronto Hydro suggests following these tips

Check to see if your neighbours have power If they dont it is likely that more work is planned

on your street

If your home is the only house without electricity check your electrical panel inside your home

to see if the breakers are in the on position

Check outside and visually inspect if the electrical equipment on your home is damaged or if theservice wire is down If the customer-owned connection point (usually the pipe and wires

attached to your home connected to the powerline) is damaged you may need to contact an

ESA-certified electrical contractor A list is available on the ESArsquos website

at httpwwwesasafecom

In the event of a power outage this winter you can contact Toronto Hydros Customer Care team

at (416) 542-8000 This number can also be used to report emergencies such as downed or

sagging wires

You may also report power outages and streetlight outages by visiting this link or by calling 311

For additional information on emergency preparedness please click here

Local Appeal Body

As no doubt youre aware Toronto is facing incredible intensification pressure Thats why Im pleased

to announce that the city is getting traction on real and significant planning reform

In my first term in office I worked with the former Chair of the Planning and Growth ManagementCommittee to get the establishment of a Local Appeal Body (LAB) off the ground City Council

approved the LAB in July 2014

The LAB will be an independent decision-making body that will replace the Ontario Municipal Board

(OMB) in hearing appeals of minor variance and consent applications

The goal is to give Toronto more control over defining its own neighbourhoods For example the city

not the province will appoint LAB members and set up the appointments process The LAB will also

determine its own rules of practice and procedure

A report from City Planning about the LAB will be c oming to Executive Committee in January 2016

For more information on the LAB check out this staff presentation from Spring 2014

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I was honoured to speak with our Canadian veterans at Sunnybrook Hospitals Remembrance Day

Ceremony

Intensification in the Yonge amp Eglinton Community

Toronto is experiencing unprecedented growth While many neighbourhoods are feeling the pinch few

are experiencing levels of growth and change like the Yonge-Eglinton area This growth has directimpacts on our built form and infrastructure ndash from transit to schools to stormwater management

Thats why in July 2015 I asked the Chief Planner to report on planning tools that can be used to help

manage intensification pressure in the Yonge-Eglinton neighbourhood

The goal of the study the Yonge and Eglinton Growth Built Form and Infrastructure Review is to

develop an evidence-based planning approach that can better inform the development review process

and policy-making moving forward

From my perspective any and all growth needs to be effectively managed to ensure the continuedliveability of our community These planning tools will guide the vision form and fit of future

developments with a focus on the context-specific character of the Yonge-Eglinton neighbourhood

Building on the recently City Council-approved Midtown in Focus a plan focusing on public realm

improvements to streets buildings and open spaces the Yonge and Eglinton Review is really four

plans in one Using recent growth analyses the Review examines built form cultural heritage

community infrastructure and transportation and municipal services

A key component of the review involves a detailed analysis of the performance and capacity of city

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infrastructure including transportation networks water wastewater and energy The final report will

outline what infrastructural improvements would be needed based on projected growth estimates

Expected in Spring 2016 the report will enhance the development review process by providing hard

data on the multiple impacts of intensification in Yonge-Eglinton

The bottom line is that we want to maintain the unique feel of the Yonge-Eglinton neighbourhood and

the characteristics that make it a vibrant community

For updates on the Yonge and Eglinton Growth Built Form and Infrastructure Review click here

Greater Toronto Airports Authority Noise Mitigation Initiatives Engagement Plan

As you may know Toronto Pearson International Airport and the Greater Toronto Airports Authority

(GTAA) started a Noise Mitigation Initiatives Engagement Plan

In 2016 they will be entering into the third phase of this plan which includes public consultation

In the meantime residents can register comments and complaints through Toronto Pearson directly by

contacting the Noise Management Office at 416-247-7682 completing this form or using WebTrak (an

online tracking system that can be used to see arriving and departing flights overhead in your

neighbourhood)

Residents are also invited to participate in Pearsons Community Environment amp Noise Advisory

Committee (CENAC) The committee holds regular meetings where the public is given the opportunity

to discuss and ask questions about noise-related issues

Ward 25 Updates

Splash Guards on the Bayview Bridge

Splash guards have been installed on the Bayview Bridge north of Lawrence

The new splash guards provide safe passage along the bridge for pedestrians in Ward 25 Theyll create

a safer walking route for travel to and from the Crescent School the Toronto French School the York

University Glendon Campus and the Granite Club

Many thanks to Gary Gund Allan Vice and Bruce and Cee Cee Robertson for helping to make this

happen

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Park Updates

Lawrence Park Playground

As mentioned in my previous eNewsletter Parks staff advised that construction on the playground isexpected to begin in Spring 2016

Ill continue to push hard throughout the winter to ensure that this project is prioritized and that shovels

are in the ground as soon as the snow melts

Lord Seaton Park Playground Enhancements

I would like to thank the neighbourhood for attending the public meeting on Thursday November 19

Your input on the upcoming enhancements to this playground is greatly appreciated and I look forwardto posting the final designs on my website as soon as they are available

Mossgrove Park Playground Enhancements

We would like the neighbourhoods input on the conceptual designs for the enhancements of this

playground

We will be organizing a public meeting in the New Year If you havent reached out already but would

like to receive the details when they become available please email my office

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Many thanks to the Grade 12 Politics class from York Mills Collegiate Institute for stopping by City Hall to watch

City Council in action

Yorkminster Park Meals on Wheels

Operating out of the Yorkminster Park Baptist Church at Yonge and St Clair the charity delivers

nutritious meals to the sick elderly and disabled and supports them in their desire to remain at home

and live independently

At present Yorkminster Park Meals on Wheels delivers approximately 12000 hot meals and 20000

frozen meals annually to clients within the North Toronto area While delivering meals to those in need

the volunteers provide a compassionate visit to clients who may not have other social interactions

throughout the day

The charity was founded by volunteers in 1966 and almost 50 years later volunteers continue to be

the backbone of the organization

Charities such as Meals on Wheels rely on the generosity and community spirit of donors

If you would like to make a donation know someone who would benefit from receiving Meals

on Wheels or are interested in volunteer opportunities you may visit their website or contact them via

phone or email

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Phone 416-482-0549

Email infoypmealsonwheelscom

Website wwwypmealsonwheelscom

Many thanks to the local 56th Toronto Cub Scouts for visiting me at City Hall

Blythwood Road Work

Staff have been hard at work resurfacing a section of Blythwood Road east of Mount Pleasant in recent

weeks

Improvements will also be made to the sidewalk and curb including the installation of raised metal

plates called tactile plates at the crosswalk entrance These plates will help alert the visually impaired

that they are entering the road

Finally staff are installing new catch basins to improve drainage and reduce flooding in the valley

The repairs and improvements should be complete by the first week of December weather-permitting

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It was an honour to deliver opening remarks at the Korean Canadian Cultural Associations unveiling of the

Peace Statue

Shop Local Stychin Tyme

Stychin Tyme a small business specializing in mens and womens alternations is moving to Ward 25

Theyll be relocating to 927 Mt Pleasant Road because of a proposed development on Yonge Street

Owner Penny Bedford and her team offer expert tailoring and in some cases can provide you with the

finished product in only a matter of hours

For more information call 416-485-6970

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Jaye welcomes successful small business owner Penny Bedford to the ward

Development Updates

Check out the interactive map on my website with Ward 25s major development proposals and

projects

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88 Erskine Avenue

Applicant Veridoc Developments

Proposal eight-storey 80 unit residential apartments existing 491 unit building on-site will be

maintained

Status Approved by the Ontario Municipal Board (OMB)

101 (99) Erskine and 66 Broadway

Applicant Tridel

Proposal 32-storey 432 unit building the existing apartment building at 66 Broadway will

remain The applicant recently applied to add two storeys resulting in a 34-storey building

Status City Council approved the original application for 32-storeys in October 2012

This new application for the additional two floors will be before the Committee of Adjustment

today November 26

For more information please contact Robert Gibson (Senior Planner) at 416-395-7059

or rgibsontorontoca

18-30 Erskine Avenue

Applicant Pemberton

Proposal 35-storey 300 unit condominium with 153 parking spaces beside John Fisher Public

School

Status The applicant appealed to the Ontario Municipal Board and Ive been working closely with

the local neighborhood organization A mediation session took place in mid-August and the finaldetails will be before City Council in December 2015

For more information please contact Steve Forrester (City Planner) at 416-395-7126

or sforresttorontoca

The Ontario Municipal Board contact for this development is Raymond Borja (Case Coordinator)

and he may be reached at 416-326-5368

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Alaska 2779-2781 Yonge Street 15-17 and 19-21 Strathgowan Avenue

Applicant 165584 Ontario Limited

Proposal 11-storey residential building with 102 condominium units 29 rental replacement units

and ground floor retail

Status Following several revisions the applicant recently appealed to the Ontario Municipal

Board A hearing is scheduled for January 11 2016

For more information please contact John Andreevski (City Planner) at 416-395-7097

or jandreetorontoca

The Ontario Municipal Board contact for this development is Julie Nolan (Case Coordinator) and

she may be reached at 416-326-6782

100 Ranleigh Avenue

Applicant RE Millward amp Associates Ltd

Proposal Four storeys of luxury rental apartments

Status A new application for this site was submitted to City Planning in May 2015

triggering the citys full planning process A community consultation was held on

November 17 2015

For more information please contact John Lyon (City Planner) at 416-395-7095

or jlyontorontoca

888-900 Don Mills Road and 55 Barber Greene Road

Applicant Kwan amp Kwan Limited

Proposal Rezoning to allow relocation of existing on-site banquet hall

Status The application was approved at the Ontario Municipal Board

For more information please contact Guy Matthew (City Planner) at 416-395-7102

or gmatthe2torontoca

740-750 York Mills Road and 17 Farmstead Road

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Applicant Minto

Proposal 260 stacked townhouse units and retention of the three existing rental apartment

buildings

Status Following City Plannings initial community consultation meeting in Fall 2013 the

neighbourhood formed a working group The working group held a series of recent meetings and

recently reached out to the wider neighbourhood with a petition

For more information please contact John Andreevski (City Planner) at 416-395-7097

or jandreetorontoca

You may also contact the working group at yorkmillsleslieworkinggroupgmailcom

16 Kirtling Place

Applicant York-Kirtling Inc

Proposal Six townhouses fronting York Mills Road and one detached house off Kirtling

Status City Planning received this application in August and a community consultation

meeting took place in February 2015 City Plannings final report is expected in the coming

months

For more information please contact Guy Matthew (City Planner) at 416-395-7102

or gmatthe2torontoca

2425-2427 Bayview Avenue

Applicant Urbancorp

Proposal 40 townhouse units

Status Urbancorp purchased the site from Hush and submitted a new application to City

Planning in September 2014 The new application proposes to double the number of townhouses

on the site which were previously approved by the Ontario Municipal Board Urbancorp appealed

to the Ontario Municipal Board short-circuiting city plannings process A hearing is scheduled

for January 4 2016

For more information please contact Guy Matthew (City Planner) at 416-395-7102

or gmatthe2torontoca

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2437 Bayview Avenue

Applicant Larendale Group of Companies

Proposal Two-storey place of worship

Status City Planning received this application in December 2014 and a community consultation

meeting took place in March 2015

For more information please contact Michaelle Corcoran (City Planner) at 416-395-7130

or mcorcortorontoca

103 and 108 Bayview Ridge

Applicant M Behar Planning amp Design Inc

Proposal 11 townhouses fronting Bayview Avenue and four detached houses facing Bayview

Bridge

Status The applicant appealed to the Ontario Municipal Board in late 2013 short circuiting the

citys planning process The application went into mediation last Fall and a hearing was held on

June 1 2015 An OMB decision is expected in the coming months

For more information please contact Guy Matthew (City Planner) at 416-395-7102

or gmatthe2torontoca

The Ontario Municipal Board contact for this development is Julie Nolan (Case Coordinator) and

she may be reached at 416-326-6782

2 Wilket Road

Applicant Goldberg Group

Proposal Seven townhouses fronting Bayview Avenue and a single detached house

fronting Wilket Road

Status The applicant appealed to the Ontario Municipal Board and a hearing is scheduled

for January 18 2016

For more information please contact Guy Matthew (City Planner) at 416-395-7102

or gmatthe2torontoca

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2655-2659 Bayview Avenue and 15 Old Colony Road

Applicant Goldberg Group

Proposal 10 three-storey townhouses fronting Bayview and two detached houses facing

Old Colony Road

Status Following a community consultation in spring 2014 the applicant appealed to the

Ontario Municipal Board A hearing was held on August 26 2015 and an OMB decision is

expected in the coming months

For more information please contact Guy Matthew (City Planner) at 416-395-7102

or gmatthe2torontoca

The Ontario Municipal Board contact for this development is Raymond Borja (Case

Coordinator) and he may be reached at 416-326-5368

1087-1095 Leslie Street (Inn on the Park)

Applicant Tridel

Proposal Four condominium towers with heights of 28 29 24 and 39 storeys containing

1380 units and at-grade commercial space Also proposed are 2 blocks of 3-storey back-

to-back townhouses containing 20 units

Status A community consultation was held in June 2015 and staffs final report can be

expected in the coming months

For more information please contact John Andreevski (City Planner) at 416-395-7097

or jandreetorontoca

You may also visit the developments website by clicking here

200-214 Keewatin Avenue

Applicant 200 Keewatin Developments

Proposal Two 35-storey stacked townhouse blocks comprised of 80 residential units

Status City Planning received this application in February and a community consultation was

held in June 2015 The applicant appealed to the OMB short circuiting the citys full planning

process Ive directed city staff to attend the OMB and oppose this application A hearing hasnt

yet been scheduled

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For more information please contact John Andreevski (City Planner) at 416-395-7097

or jandreetorontoca

You may also visit the developments website by clicking here

49-51 Lawrence Avenue East and 84 Weybourne Crescent

Applicant Bousfields Inc

Proposal A four-storey stacked townhouse development with 22 residential units in two

blocks

Status An application was received by City Planning in May 2015 A community

consultation was held in late September In November 2015 the applicant appealed

directly to the Ontario Municipal Board

For more information please contact Guy Matthew (City Planner) at 416-395-7102

or gmatthe2torontoca

1888 Bayview Avenue

Applicant Tridel

Proposal The construction of a new 8-storey residential apartment building This is Phase 2 of

a two phase project

Status The application was approved by the Committee of Adjustment in August 2015

For more information please contact Kaitlyn Graham (Assistant Planner) at 416-395-7052

or kgrahamtorontoca

2851 Yonge Street

Applicant RE Millward amp Associates Ltd

Proposal An eight-storey 49 unit rental apartment building

Status City Planning received this application in April 2015 and a community consultation was

held in late September

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For more information please contact Michaelle Corcoran (City Planner) at 416-395-7130

or mcorcortorontoca

100 Broadway

Applicant Broadway Developments Inc

Proposal 34-storey apartment building with 329 residential apartment units

Status An application has been submitted Staffs preliminary report is expected for

January 2016 with a community consultation scheduled shortly afterwards

For more information please contact John Andreevski (City Planner) at 416-395-7097

or jandreetorontoca

169 The Donway West

Applicant Bousfields Inc

Proposal Mixed use development with a 34-storey tower and a 39-storey tower with a 2-

storey connecting base 736 residential units and 3000 square meters of retailoffice

space on the ground floor

Status An application has been submitted Staffs preliminary report is expected in the

coming months

For more information please contact John Lyon (City Planner) at 416-395-7095

or jlyontorontoca

Bayview Avenue Design Guidelines Planning Study

Background Townhouse design guidelines study of Bayview Avenue between Lawrence

Avenue and the 401

Status The Bayview Design Guidelines were passed at the November 2015 North York

Community Council meeting

For more information please contact Guy Matthew (City Planner) at 416-395-7102

or gmatthe2torontoca

You can also finding more information by clicking here

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Midtown in Focus Planning Study

Background A parks open space and st reetscape master plan for the Yonge and Eglinton

neighbourhood

Status Adopted by City Council

For more information please contact Leo DeSorcy (City Planner) at 416-395-7139

or ldesorcytorontoca

You can also finding more information by clicking here

Public Meetings and Events

The Holiday Spirit in Ward 25

December is just around the corner and Torontonians are getting into the holiday spirit

Were fortunate in a city as big as ours to have an abundance of community events and activities for

each member of your family to take part in

This is the time of year when arts and culture thrives and you dont have to look far to find

entertainment for all ages

If youre looking for live music the North York Concert Orchestras presentation of Soireacutees Musicales

is on December 12 This performance led by a talented group of musicians is not to be missed

If youd like to get a head start on your shopping ndash and beat the crowds ndash be sure to visit your local

business improvement area

Many boutiques and shops in the Yonge-Lawrence and Uptown Yonge BIAs participate in

YellowPages Shop the Neighbourhood Day on November 28 This is a great opportunity to support

local businesses and restaurants

If youre looking for local fare to serve at your holiday party be sure to visit the Organic Farmers

Market at the Toronto Botanical Garden This market held every Thursday from 2 to 7 pm offers the

best in local produce prepared food and much more

Outreach to those in need is especially important around the holidays The North York Harvest Food

Bank serves as the primary food bank for North Toronto and in 2014 alone served over 2 million

pounds of food

If youd like to volunteer with their organization or donate to their programs be sure to visit

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wwwnorthyorkharvestcom

No matter what age you are or which activities you choose to take part in enjoy everything your

community has to offer and have a safe and happy holiday season

Uptown Yonge BIA Annual Tree Lighting Ceremony

Date Friday November 27

Time 700 pm

Location St Clements Parkette (14 St Clements Avenue)

Please join the Uptown Yonge BIA as they light up their Christmas tree

For more information please click here

49th Annual Cavalcade of Lights

Date Saturday November 28

Time 600 pm

Location Nathan Phillips Square (100 Queen Street W)

Mark the start of the holiday season by stopping by the 49th Annual Cavalcade of Lights in

Nathan Phillips Square

There is a great line-up of activities for the entire family For more information please click

here

YellowPages Shop the Neighbourhood Day

Date Saturday November 28

Location Participating businesses across Toronto

ShopTheHood is coming up fast Support local businesses in our neighbourhoods on

November 28

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Lawrence Park Community Church Christmas Market

Date Sunday November 29

Time 1130 am to 330 pm

Location Lawrence Park Community Church (2180 Bayview Avenue)

Get into the Christmas spirit by visiting the LPCCs Christmas Market on Sunday November 29

For more information please click here

Tree Planting Strategy Public Meeting and Survey

Date Monday November 30

Time 630 pm to 900 pm

Location Toronto City Hall Committee Room 2 (100 Queen Street W)

The City recognizes the significant community and environmental benefits of our urban forest

and is seeking your input on the development of programs and tools necessary to increase tree

planting on private land

Youre welcome to attend the public meeting above or to contribute your feedback through their

online survey which is available until December 14

For more information please click here

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Toronto Botanical Garden Holiday Market amp Open House

Date Thursday December 3

Time Noon to 900 pm

Location 777 Lawrence Ave E

Be sure to visit the Toronto Botanical Gardens Annual Holiday Market and Open House next

Thursday December 3 Theres no better way to get into the holiday spirit

For more information please click here

Yorkminster Park Baptist Church 7th Annual City Carol Sing

Date Saturday December 5

Time 200 pm

Location 1585 Yonge Street (1 block north of St Clair Avenue)

For more information on this great event and the line-up of special guests please click

here

North York Concert Orchestra Soiregravees Musicales

Date Saturday December 12

Time 800 pm (pre-concert chat at 730 pm)

Location Yorkminster Citadel (1 Lord Seaton Road)

The North York Concert Orchestras 2015-2016 season is now underway Join them for their

presentation of Soiregravees Musicales

For more information and ticket prices please click here

Toronto Botanical Garden Weekly Organic Farmers Market

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Date Every Thursday

Time 200 pm to 700 pm

Location 777 Lawrence Ave E

Head to the TBG on Thursdays to pick up local produce bread meat cheese honey prepared

food and more

For more information please click here

Toronto Public Library Tea amp Movies for Seniors at the Don Mills Branch

Date Friday Afternoons in the New Year

Time 200 pm

Location 888 Lawrence Ave E

The Don Mills Branch will be offering new programs for seniors in the new year including

tea amp movies on Friday afternoons

For more information please click here or call 416-395-5710

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As Chair of Publ ic Works I was happy to announce the citys plan for wi nter operations and was joined

by Stephen Buckley (General Manager of Transportation Services) and Paul Clements (Operations Co-

ordination Manager with Toronto Water)

Waste Wizard

The City of Torontos Solid Waste Management division has a unique tool for residents to use when

theyre unsure of what to do with unwanted stuff

The Waste Wizard is an easy-to-use website designed to help residents sort and dispose of unwanted

items Simply type in an item and Waste Wizard will offer directions on how to dispose of it

Check out the Waste Wizard here

If curbside disposal is not an option why not consider donation Visit the Citys ReUseIt website for

more information

Also as of June 1 stretchy plastics are now accepted in your recycling bin This includes

Milk bags (inner pouches and outer bag)

Bread bags (non-foil)

Sandwichresealable bags

Bulk food bags

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Produce bags

Dry cleaning bags

Newspaperflyer bags

Frozen fruit and vegetable bags (not including stand-up pouches)

Transparent recycling bags

Over-wrap from toilet paper napkins paper towels water and soft drink packaging

Road salt bags

Recycling these items helps divert approximately 3500 additional tonnes of waste from landfills

Keep a close watch on your mailboxes next month as Solid Waste Management Services will

soon be mailing out the 2016 curbside recycling amp collection calendars

Welcoming Grade 9 students to City Hall for Take Our Kids to Work Day

Toronto Hydro Outage Map and Tips

Toronto Hydro just launched a new and improved version of its outage map

The maps new features include status updates on outages and estimated times for

restoration

The outage map is also more user-friendly and provides detailed boundaries of

current outages You can also search the map by address

Toronto Hydro is currently working on a notification program that will provide you with

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updates during major outages You can register for outage alerts here

If power is down following a snow storm Toronto Hydro suggests following these tips

Check to see if your neighbours have power If they dont it is likely that more work is planned

on your street

If your home is the only house without electricity check your electrical panel inside your home

to see if the breakers are in the on position

Check outside and visually inspect if the electrical equipment on your home is damaged or if theservice wire is down If the customer-owned connection point (usually the pipe and wires

attached to your home connected to the powerline) is damaged you may need to contact an

ESA-certified electrical contractor A list is available on the ESArsquos website

at httpwwwesasafecom

In the event of a power outage this winter you can contact Toronto Hydros Customer Care team

at (416) 542-8000 This number can also be used to report emergencies such as downed or

sagging wires

You may also report power outages and streetlight outages by visiting this link or by calling 311

For additional information on emergency preparedness please click here

Local Appeal Body

As no doubt youre aware Toronto is facing incredible intensification pressure Thats why Im pleased

to announce that the city is getting traction on real and significant planning reform

In my first term in office I worked with the former Chair of the Planning and Growth ManagementCommittee to get the establishment of a Local Appeal Body (LAB) off the ground City Council

approved the LAB in July 2014

The LAB will be an independent decision-making body that will replace the Ontario Municipal Board

(OMB) in hearing appeals of minor variance and consent applications

The goal is to give Toronto more control over defining its own neighbourhoods For example the city

not the province will appoint LAB members and set up the appointments process The LAB will also

determine its own rules of practice and procedure

A report from City Planning about the LAB will be c oming to Executive Committee in January 2016

For more information on the LAB check out this staff presentation from Spring 2014

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I was honoured to speak with our Canadian veterans at Sunnybrook Hospitals Remembrance Day

Ceremony

Intensification in the Yonge amp Eglinton Community

Toronto is experiencing unprecedented growth While many neighbourhoods are feeling the pinch few

are experiencing levels of growth and change like the Yonge-Eglinton area This growth has directimpacts on our built form and infrastructure ndash from transit to schools to stormwater management

Thats why in July 2015 I asked the Chief Planner to report on planning tools that can be used to help

manage intensification pressure in the Yonge-Eglinton neighbourhood

The goal of the study the Yonge and Eglinton Growth Built Form and Infrastructure Review is to

develop an evidence-based planning approach that can better inform the development review process

and policy-making moving forward

From my perspective any and all growth needs to be effectively managed to ensure the continuedliveability of our community These planning tools will guide the vision form and fit of future

developments with a focus on the context-specific character of the Yonge-Eglinton neighbourhood

Building on the recently City Council-approved Midtown in Focus a plan focusing on public realm

improvements to streets buildings and open spaces the Yonge and Eglinton Review is really four

plans in one Using recent growth analyses the Review examines built form cultural heritage

community infrastructure and transportation and municipal services

A key component of the review involves a detailed analysis of the performance and capacity of city

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infrastructure including transportation networks water wastewater and energy The final report will

outline what infrastructural improvements would be needed based on projected growth estimates

Expected in Spring 2016 the report will enhance the development review process by providing hard

data on the multiple impacts of intensification in Yonge-Eglinton

The bottom line is that we want to maintain the unique feel of the Yonge-Eglinton neighbourhood and

the characteristics that make it a vibrant community

For updates on the Yonge and Eglinton Growth Built Form and Infrastructure Review click here

Greater Toronto Airports Authority Noise Mitigation Initiatives Engagement Plan

As you may know Toronto Pearson International Airport and the Greater Toronto Airports Authority

(GTAA) started a Noise Mitigation Initiatives Engagement Plan

In 2016 they will be entering into the third phase of this plan which includes public consultation

In the meantime residents can register comments and complaints through Toronto Pearson directly by

contacting the Noise Management Office at 416-247-7682 completing this form or using WebTrak (an

online tracking system that can be used to see arriving and departing flights overhead in your

neighbourhood)

Residents are also invited to participate in Pearsons Community Environment amp Noise Advisory

Committee (CENAC) The committee holds regular meetings where the public is given the opportunity

to discuss and ask questions about noise-related issues

Ward 25 Updates

Splash Guards on the Bayview Bridge

Splash guards have been installed on the Bayview Bridge north of Lawrence

The new splash guards provide safe passage along the bridge for pedestrians in Ward 25 Theyll create

a safer walking route for travel to and from the Crescent School the Toronto French School the York

University Glendon Campus and the Granite Club

Many thanks to Gary Gund Allan Vice and Bruce and Cee Cee Robertson for helping to make this

happen

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Park Updates

Lawrence Park Playground

As mentioned in my previous eNewsletter Parks staff advised that construction on the playground isexpected to begin in Spring 2016

Ill continue to push hard throughout the winter to ensure that this project is prioritized and that shovels

are in the ground as soon as the snow melts

Lord Seaton Park Playground Enhancements

I would like to thank the neighbourhood for attending the public meeting on Thursday November 19

Your input on the upcoming enhancements to this playground is greatly appreciated and I look forwardto posting the final designs on my website as soon as they are available

Mossgrove Park Playground Enhancements

We would like the neighbourhoods input on the conceptual designs for the enhancements of this

playground

We will be organizing a public meeting in the New Year If you havent reached out already but would

like to receive the details when they become available please email my office

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Many thanks to the Grade 12 Politics class from York Mills Collegiate Institute for stopping by City Hall to watch

City Council in action

Yorkminster Park Meals on Wheels

Operating out of the Yorkminster Park Baptist Church at Yonge and St Clair the charity delivers

nutritious meals to the sick elderly and disabled and supports them in their desire to remain at home

and live independently

At present Yorkminster Park Meals on Wheels delivers approximately 12000 hot meals and 20000

frozen meals annually to clients within the North Toronto area While delivering meals to those in need

the volunteers provide a compassionate visit to clients who may not have other social interactions

throughout the day

The charity was founded by volunteers in 1966 and almost 50 years later volunteers continue to be

the backbone of the organization

Charities such as Meals on Wheels rely on the generosity and community spirit of donors

If you would like to make a donation know someone who would benefit from receiving Meals

on Wheels or are interested in volunteer opportunities you may visit their website or contact them via

phone or email

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Phone 416-482-0549

Email infoypmealsonwheelscom

Website wwwypmealsonwheelscom

Many thanks to the local 56th Toronto Cub Scouts for visiting me at City Hall

Blythwood Road Work

Staff have been hard at work resurfacing a section of Blythwood Road east of Mount Pleasant in recent

weeks

Improvements will also be made to the sidewalk and curb including the installation of raised metal

plates called tactile plates at the crosswalk entrance These plates will help alert the visually impaired

that they are entering the road

Finally staff are installing new catch basins to improve drainage and reduce flooding in the valley

The repairs and improvements should be complete by the first week of December weather-permitting

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It was an honour to deliver opening remarks at the Korean Canadian Cultural Associations unveiling of the

Peace Statue

Shop Local Stychin Tyme

Stychin Tyme a small business specializing in mens and womens alternations is moving to Ward 25

Theyll be relocating to 927 Mt Pleasant Road because of a proposed development on Yonge Street

Owner Penny Bedford and her team offer expert tailoring and in some cases can provide you with the

finished product in only a matter of hours

For more information call 416-485-6970

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Jaye welcomes successful small business owner Penny Bedford to the ward

Development Updates

Check out the interactive map on my website with Ward 25s major development proposals and

projects

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88 Erskine Avenue

Applicant Veridoc Developments

Proposal eight-storey 80 unit residential apartments existing 491 unit building on-site will be

maintained

Status Approved by the Ontario Municipal Board (OMB)

101 (99) Erskine and 66 Broadway

Applicant Tridel

Proposal 32-storey 432 unit building the existing apartment building at 66 Broadway will

remain The applicant recently applied to add two storeys resulting in a 34-storey building

Status City Council approved the original application for 32-storeys in October 2012

This new application for the additional two floors will be before the Committee of Adjustment

today November 26

For more information please contact Robert Gibson (Senior Planner) at 416-395-7059

or rgibsontorontoca

18-30 Erskine Avenue

Applicant Pemberton

Proposal 35-storey 300 unit condominium with 153 parking spaces beside John Fisher Public

School

Status The applicant appealed to the Ontario Municipal Board and Ive been working closely with

the local neighborhood organization A mediation session took place in mid-August and the finaldetails will be before City Council in December 2015

For more information please contact Steve Forrester (City Planner) at 416-395-7126

or sforresttorontoca

The Ontario Municipal Board contact for this development is Raymond Borja (Case Coordinator)

and he may be reached at 416-326-5368

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Alaska 2779-2781 Yonge Street 15-17 and 19-21 Strathgowan Avenue

Applicant 165584 Ontario Limited

Proposal 11-storey residential building with 102 condominium units 29 rental replacement units

and ground floor retail

Status Following several revisions the applicant recently appealed to the Ontario Municipal

Board A hearing is scheduled for January 11 2016

For more information please contact John Andreevski (City Planner) at 416-395-7097

or jandreetorontoca

The Ontario Municipal Board contact for this development is Julie Nolan (Case Coordinator) and

she may be reached at 416-326-6782

100 Ranleigh Avenue

Applicant RE Millward amp Associates Ltd

Proposal Four storeys of luxury rental apartments

Status A new application for this site was submitted to City Planning in May 2015

triggering the citys full planning process A community consultation was held on

November 17 2015

For more information please contact John Lyon (City Planner) at 416-395-7095

or jlyontorontoca

888-900 Don Mills Road and 55 Barber Greene Road

Applicant Kwan amp Kwan Limited

Proposal Rezoning to allow relocation of existing on-site banquet hall

Status The application was approved at the Ontario Municipal Board

For more information please contact Guy Matthew (City Planner) at 416-395-7102

or gmatthe2torontoca

740-750 York Mills Road and 17 Farmstead Road

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Applicant Minto

Proposal 260 stacked townhouse units and retention of the three existing rental apartment

buildings

Status Following City Plannings initial community consultation meeting in Fall 2013 the

neighbourhood formed a working group The working group held a series of recent meetings and

recently reached out to the wider neighbourhood with a petition

For more information please contact John Andreevski (City Planner) at 416-395-7097

or jandreetorontoca

You may also contact the working group at yorkmillsleslieworkinggroupgmailcom

16 Kirtling Place

Applicant York-Kirtling Inc

Proposal Six townhouses fronting York Mills Road and one detached house off Kirtling

Status City Planning received this application in August and a community consultation

meeting took place in February 2015 City Plannings final report is expected in the coming

months

For more information please contact Guy Matthew (City Planner) at 416-395-7102

or gmatthe2torontoca

2425-2427 Bayview Avenue

Applicant Urbancorp

Proposal 40 townhouse units

Status Urbancorp purchased the site from Hush and submitted a new application to City

Planning in September 2014 The new application proposes to double the number of townhouses

on the site which were previously approved by the Ontario Municipal Board Urbancorp appealed

to the Ontario Municipal Board short-circuiting city plannings process A hearing is scheduled

for January 4 2016

For more information please contact Guy Matthew (City Planner) at 416-395-7102

or gmatthe2torontoca

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2437 Bayview Avenue

Applicant Larendale Group of Companies

Proposal Two-storey place of worship

Status City Planning received this application in December 2014 and a community consultation

meeting took place in March 2015

For more information please contact Michaelle Corcoran (City Planner) at 416-395-7130

or mcorcortorontoca

103 and 108 Bayview Ridge

Applicant M Behar Planning amp Design Inc

Proposal 11 townhouses fronting Bayview Avenue and four detached houses facing Bayview

Bridge

Status The applicant appealed to the Ontario Municipal Board in late 2013 short circuiting the

citys planning process The application went into mediation last Fall and a hearing was held on

June 1 2015 An OMB decision is expected in the coming months

For more information please contact Guy Matthew (City Planner) at 416-395-7102

or gmatthe2torontoca

The Ontario Municipal Board contact for this development is Julie Nolan (Case Coordinator) and

she may be reached at 416-326-6782

2 Wilket Road

Applicant Goldberg Group

Proposal Seven townhouses fronting Bayview Avenue and a single detached house

fronting Wilket Road

Status The applicant appealed to the Ontario Municipal Board and a hearing is scheduled

for January 18 2016

For more information please contact Guy Matthew (City Planner) at 416-395-7102

or gmatthe2torontoca

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2655-2659 Bayview Avenue and 15 Old Colony Road

Applicant Goldberg Group

Proposal 10 three-storey townhouses fronting Bayview and two detached houses facing

Old Colony Road

Status Following a community consultation in spring 2014 the applicant appealed to the

Ontario Municipal Board A hearing was held on August 26 2015 and an OMB decision is

expected in the coming months

For more information please contact Guy Matthew (City Planner) at 416-395-7102

or gmatthe2torontoca

The Ontario Municipal Board contact for this development is Raymond Borja (Case

Coordinator) and he may be reached at 416-326-5368

1087-1095 Leslie Street (Inn on the Park)

Applicant Tridel

Proposal Four condominium towers with heights of 28 29 24 and 39 storeys containing

1380 units and at-grade commercial space Also proposed are 2 blocks of 3-storey back-

to-back townhouses containing 20 units

Status A community consultation was held in June 2015 and staffs final report can be

expected in the coming months

For more information please contact John Andreevski (City Planner) at 416-395-7097

or jandreetorontoca

You may also visit the developments website by clicking here

200-214 Keewatin Avenue

Applicant 200 Keewatin Developments

Proposal Two 35-storey stacked townhouse blocks comprised of 80 residential units

Status City Planning received this application in February and a community consultation was

held in June 2015 The applicant appealed to the OMB short circuiting the citys full planning

process Ive directed city staff to attend the OMB and oppose this application A hearing hasnt

yet been scheduled

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For more information please contact John Andreevski (City Planner) at 416-395-7097

or jandreetorontoca

You may also visit the developments website by clicking here

49-51 Lawrence Avenue East and 84 Weybourne Crescent

Applicant Bousfields Inc

Proposal A four-storey stacked townhouse development with 22 residential units in two

blocks

Status An application was received by City Planning in May 2015 A community

consultation was held in late September In November 2015 the applicant appealed

directly to the Ontario Municipal Board

For more information please contact Guy Matthew (City Planner) at 416-395-7102

or gmatthe2torontoca

1888 Bayview Avenue

Applicant Tridel

Proposal The construction of a new 8-storey residential apartment building This is Phase 2 of

a two phase project

Status The application was approved by the Committee of Adjustment in August 2015

For more information please contact Kaitlyn Graham (Assistant Planner) at 416-395-7052

or kgrahamtorontoca

2851 Yonge Street

Applicant RE Millward amp Associates Ltd

Proposal An eight-storey 49 unit rental apartment building

Status City Planning received this application in April 2015 and a community consultation was

held in late September

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For more information please contact Michaelle Corcoran (City Planner) at 416-395-7130

or mcorcortorontoca

100 Broadway

Applicant Broadway Developments Inc

Proposal 34-storey apartment building with 329 residential apartment units

Status An application has been submitted Staffs preliminary report is expected for

January 2016 with a community consultation scheduled shortly afterwards

For more information please contact John Andreevski (City Planner) at 416-395-7097

or jandreetorontoca

169 The Donway West

Applicant Bousfields Inc

Proposal Mixed use development with a 34-storey tower and a 39-storey tower with a 2-

storey connecting base 736 residential units and 3000 square meters of retailoffice

space on the ground floor

Status An application has been submitted Staffs preliminary report is expected in the

coming months

For more information please contact John Lyon (City Planner) at 416-395-7095

or jlyontorontoca

Bayview Avenue Design Guidelines Planning Study

Background Townhouse design guidelines study of Bayview Avenue between Lawrence

Avenue and the 401

Status The Bayview Design Guidelines were passed at the November 2015 North York

Community Council meeting

For more information please contact Guy Matthew (City Planner) at 416-395-7102

or gmatthe2torontoca

You can also finding more information by clicking here

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Midtown in Focus Planning Study

Background A parks open space and st reetscape master plan for the Yonge and Eglinton

neighbourhood

Status Adopted by City Council

For more information please contact Leo DeSorcy (City Planner) at 416-395-7139

or ldesorcytorontoca

You can also finding more information by clicking here

Public Meetings and Events

The Holiday Spirit in Ward 25

December is just around the corner and Torontonians are getting into the holiday spirit

Were fortunate in a city as big as ours to have an abundance of community events and activities for

each member of your family to take part in

This is the time of year when arts and culture thrives and you dont have to look far to find

entertainment for all ages

If youre looking for live music the North York Concert Orchestras presentation of Soireacutees Musicales

is on December 12 This performance led by a talented group of musicians is not to be missed

If youd like to get a head start on your shopping ndash and beat the crowds ndash be sure to visit your local

business improvement area

Many boutiques and shops in the Yonge-Lawrence and Uptown Yonge BIAs participate in

YellowPages Shop the Neighbourhood Day on November 28 This is a great opportunity to support

local businesses and restaurants

If youre looking for local fare to serve at your holiday party be sure to visit the Organic Farmers

Market at the Toronto Botanical Garden This market held every Thursday from 2 to 7 pm offers the

best in local produce prepared food and much more

Outreach to those in need is especially important around the holidays The North York Harvest Food

Bank serves as the primary food bank for North Toronto and in 2014 alone served over 2 million

pounds of food

If youd like to volunteer with their organization or donate to their programs be sure to visit

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No matter what age you are or which activities you choose to take part in enjoy everything your

community has to offer and have a safe and happy holiday season

Uptown Yonge BIA Annual Tree Lighting Ceremony

Date Friday November 27

Time 700 pm

Location St Clements Parkette (14 St Clements Avenue)

Please join the Uptown Yonge BIA as they light up their Christmas tree

For more information please click here

49th Annual Cavalcade of Lights

Date Saturday November 28

Time 600 pm

Location Nathan Phillips Square (100 Queen Street W)

Mark the start of the holiday season by stopping by the 49th Annual Cavalcade of Lights in

Nathan Phillips Square

There is a great line-up of activities for the entire family For more information please click

here

YellowPages Shop the Neighbourhood Day

Date Saturday November 28

Location Participating businesses across Toronto

ShopTheHood is coming up fast Support local businesses in our neighbourhoods on

November 28

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Lawrence Park Community Church Christmas Market

Date Sunday November 29

Time 1130 am to 330 pm

Location Lawrence Park Community Church (2180 Bayview Avenue)

Get into the Christmas spirit by visiting the LPCCs Christmas Market on Sunday November 29

For more information please click here

Tree Planting Strategy Public Meeting and Survey

Date Monday November 30

Time 630 pm to 900 pm

Location Toronto City Hall Committee Room 2 (100 Queen Street W)

The City recognizes the significant community and environmental benefits of our urban forest

and is seeking your input on the development of programs and tools necessary to increase tree

planting on private land

Youre welcome to attend the public meeting above or to contribute your feedback through their

online survey which is available until December 14

For more information please click here

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Toronto Botanical Garden Holiday Market amp Open House

Date Thursday December 3

Time Noon to 900 pm

Location 777 Lawrence Ave E

Be sure to visit the Toronto Botanical Gardens Annual Holiday Market and Open House next

Thursday December 3 Theres no better way to get into the holiday spirit

For more information please click here

Yorkminster Park Baptist Church 7th Annual City Carol Sing

Date Saturday December 5

Time 200 pm

Location 1585 Yonge Street (1 block north of St Clair Avenue)

For more information on this great event and the line-up of special guests please click

here

North York Concert Orchestra Soiregravees Musicales

Date Saturday December 12

Time 800 pm (pre-concert chat at 730 pm)

Location Yorkminster Citadel (1 Lord Seaton Road)

The North York Concert Orchestras 2015-2016 season is now underway Join them for their

presentation of Soiregravees Musicales

For more information and ticket prices please click here

Toronto Botanical Garden Weekly Organic Farmers Market

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Date Every Thursday

Time 200 pm to 700 pm

Location 777 Lawrence Ave E

Head to the TBG on Thursdays to pick up local produce bread meat cheese honey prepared

food and more

For more information please click here

Toronto Public Library Tea amp Movies for Seniors at the Don Mills Branch

Date Friday Afternoons in the New Year

Time 200 pm

Location 888 Lawrence Ave E

The Don Mills Branch will be offering new programs for seniors in the new year including

tea amp movies on Friday afternoons

For more information please click here or call 416-395-5710

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Produce bags

Dry cleaning bags

Newspaperflyer bags

Frozen fruit and vegetable bags (not including stand-up pouches)

Transparent recycling bags

Over-wrap from toilet paper napkins paper towels water and soft drink packaging

Road salt bags

Recycling these items helps divert approximately 3500 additional tonnes of waste from landfills

Keep a close watch on your mailboxes next month as Solid Waste Management Services will

soon be mailing out the 2016 curbside recycling amp collection calendars

Welcoming Grade 9 students to City Hall for Take Our Kids to Work Day

Toronto Hydro Outage Map and Tips

Toronto Hydro just launched a new and improved version of its outage map

The maps new features include status updates on outages and estimated times for

restoration

The outage map is also more user-friendly and provides detailed boundaries of

current outages You can also search the map by address

Toronto Hydro is currently working on a notification program that will provide you with

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updates during major outages You can register for outage alerts here

If power is down following a snow storm Toronto Hydro suggests following these tips

Check to see if your neighbours have power If they dont it is likely that more work is planned

on your street

If your home is the only house without electricity check your electrical panel inside your home

to see if the breakers are in the on position

Check outside and visually inspect if the electrical equipment on your home is damaged or if theservice wire is down If the customer-owned connection point (usually the pipe and wires

attached to your home connected to the powerline) is damaged you may need to contact an

ESA-certified electrical contractor A list is available on the ESArsquos website

at httpwwwesasafecom

In the event of a power outage this winter you can contact Toronto Hydros Customer Care team

at (416) 542-8000 This number can also be used to report emergencies such as downed or

sagging wires

You may also report power outages and streetlight outages by visiting this link or by calling 311

For additional information on emergency preparedness please click here

Local Appeal Body

As no doubt youre aware Toronto is facing incredible intensification pressure Thats why Im pleased

to announce that the city is getting traction on real and significant planning reform

In my first term in office I worked with the former Chair of the Planning and Growth ManagementCommittee to get the establishment of a Local Appeal Body (LAB) off the ground City Council

approved the LAB in July 2014

The LAB will be an independent decision-making body that will replace the Ontario Municipal Board

(OMB) in hearing appeals of minor variance and consent applications

The goal is to give Toronto more control over defining its own neighbourhoods For example the city

not the province will appoint LAB members and set up the appointments process The LAB will also

determine its own rules of practice and procedure

A report from City Planning about the LAB will be c oming to Executive Committee in January 2016

For more information on the LAB check out this staff presentation from Spring 2014

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I was honoured to speak with our Canadian veterans at Sunnybrook Hospitals Remembrance Day

Ceremony

Intensification in the Yonge amp Eglinton Community

Toronto is experiencing unprecedented growth While many neighbourhoods are feeling the pinch few

are experiencing levels of growth and change like the Yonge-Eglinton area This growth has directimpacts on our built form and infrastructure ndash from transit to schools to stormwater management

Thats why in July 2015 I asked the Chief Planner to report on planning tools that can be used to help

manage intensification pressure in the Yonge-Eglinton neighbourhood

The goal of the study the Yonge and Eglinton Growth Built Form and Infrastructure Review is to

develop an evidence-based planning approach that can better inform the development review process

and policy-making moving forward

From my perspective any and all growth needs to be effectively managed to ensure the continuedliveability of our community These planning tools will guide the vision form and fit of future

developments with a focus on the context-specific character of the Yonge-Eglinton neighbourhood

Building on the recently City Council-approved Midtown in Focus a plan focusing on public realm

improvements to streets buildings and open spaces the Yonge and Eglinton Review is really four

plans in one Using recent growth analyses the Review examines built form cultural heritage

community infrastructure and transportation and municipal services

A key component of the review involves a detailed analysis of the performance and capacity of city

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infrastructure including transportation networks water wastewater and energy The final report will

outline what infrastructural improvements would be needed based on projected growth estimates

Expected in Spring 2016 the report will enhance the development review process by providing hard

data on the multiple impacts of intensification in Yonge-Eglinton

The bottom line is that we want to maintain the unique feel of the Yonge-Eglinton neighbourhood and

the characteristics that make it a vibrant community

For updates on the Yonge and Eglinton Growth Built Form and Infrastructure Review click here

Greater Toronto Airports Authority Noise Mitigation Initiatives Engagement Plan

As you may know Toronto Pearson International Airport and the Greater Toronto Airports Authority

(GTAA) started a Noise Mitigation Initiatives Engagement Plan

In 2016 they will be entering into the third phase of this plan which includes public consultation

In the meantime residents can register comments and complaints through Toronto Pearson directly by

contacting the Noise Management Office at 416-247-7682 completing this form or using WebTrak (an

online tracking system that can be used to see arriving and departing flights overhead in your

neighbourhood)

Residents are also invited to participate in Pearsons Community Environment amp Noise Advisory

Committee (CENAC) The committee holds regular meetings where the public is given the opportunity

to discuss and ask questions about noise-related issues

Ward 25 Updates

Splash Guards on the Bayview Bridge

Splash guards have been installed on the Bayview Bridge north of Lawrence

The new splash guards provide safe passage along the bridge for pedestrians in Ward 25 Theyll create

a safer walking route for travel to and from the Crescent School the Toronto French School the York

University Glendon Campus and the Granite Club

Many thanks to Gary Gund Allan Vice and Bruce and Cee Cee Robertson for helping to make this

happen

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Park Updates

Lawrence Park Playground

As mentioned in my previous eNewsletter Parks staff advised that construction on the playground isexpected to begin in Spring 2016

Ill continue to push hard throughout the winter to ensure that this project is prioritized and that shovels

are in the ground as soon as the snow melts

Lord Seaton Park Playground Enhancements

I would like to thank the neighbourhood for attending the public meeting on Thursday November 19

Your input on the upcoming enhancements to this playground is greatly appreciated and I look forwardto posting the final designs on my website as soon as they are available

Mossgrove Park Playground Enhancements

We would like the neighbourhoods input on the conceptual designs for the enhancements of this

playground

We will be organizing a public meeting in the New Year If you havent reached out already but would

like to receive the details when they become available please email my office

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Many thanks to the Grade 12 Politics class from York Mills Collegiate Institute for stopping by City Hall to watch

City Council in action

Yorkminster Park Meals on Wheels

Operating out of the Yorkminster Park Baptist Church at Yonge and St Clair the charity delivers

nutritious meals to the sick elderly and disabled and supports them in their desire to remain at home

and live independently

At present Yorkminster Park Meals on Wheels delivers approximately 12000 hot meals and 20000

frozen meals annually to clients within the North Toronto area While delivering meals to those in need

the volunteers provide a compassionate visit to clients who may not have other social interactions

throughout the day

The charity was founded by volunteers in 1966 and almost 50 years later volunteers continue to be

the backbone of the organization

Charities such as Meals on Wheels rely on the generosity and community spirit of donors

If you would like to make a donation know someone who would benefit from receiving Meals

on Wheels or are interested in volunteer opportunities you may visit their website or contact them via

phone or email

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Phone 416-482-0549

Email infoypmealsonwheelscom

Website wwwypmealsonwheelscom

Many thanks to the local 56th Toronto Cub Scouts for visiting me at City Hall

Blythwood Road Work

Staff have been hard at work resurfacing a section of Blythwood Road east of Mount Pleasant in recent

weeks

Improvements will also be made to the sidewalk and curb including the installation of raised metal

plates called tactile plates at the crosswalk entrance These plates will help alert the visually impaired

that they are entering the road

Finally staff are installing new catch basins to improve drainage and reduce flooding in the valley

The repairs and improvements should be complete by the first week of December weather-permitting

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It was an honour to deliver opening remarks at the Korean Canadian Cultural Associations unveiling of the

Peace Statue

Shop Local Stychin Tyme

Stychin Tyme a small business specializing in mens and womens alternations is moving to Ward 25

Theyll be relocating to 927 Mt Pleasant Road because of a proposed development on Yonge Street

Owner Penny Bedford and her team offer expert tailoring and in some cases can provide you with the

finished product in only a matter of hours

For more information call 416-485-6970

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Jaye welcomes successful small business owner Penny Bedford to the ward

Development Updates

Check out the interactive map on my website with Ward 25s major development proposals and

projects

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88 Erskine Avenue

Applicant Veridoc Developments

Proposal eight-storey 80 unit residential apartments existing 491 unit building on-site will be

maintained

Status Approved by the Ontario Municipal Board (OMB)

101 (99) Erskine and 66 Broadway

Applicant Tridel

Proposal 32-storey 432 unit building the existing apartment building at 66 Broadway will

remain The applicant recently applied to add two storeys resulting in a 34-storey building

Status City Council approved the original application for 32-storeys in October 2012

This new application for the additional two floors will be before the Committee of Adjustment

today November 26

For more information please contact Robert Gibson (Senior Planner) at 416-395-7059

or rgibsontorontoca

18-30 Erskine Avenue

Applicant Pemberton

Proposal 35-storey 300 unit condominium with 153 parking spaces beside John Fisher Public

School

Status The applicant appealed to the Ontario Municipal Board and Ive been working closely with

the local neighborhood organization A mediation session took place in mid-August and the finaldetails will be before City Council in December 2015

For more information please contact Steve Forrester (City Planner) at 416-395-7126

or sforresttorontoca

The Ontario Municipal Board contact for this development is Raymond Borja (Case Coordinator)

and he may be reached at 416-326-5368

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Alaska 2779-2781 Yonge Street 15-17 and 19-21 Strathgowan Avenue

Applicant 165584 Ontario Limited

Proposal 11-storey residential building with 102 condominium units 29 rental replacement units

and ground floor retail

Status Following several revisions the applicant recently appealed to the Ontario Municipal

Board A hearing is scheduled for January 11 2016

For more information please contact John Andreevski (City Planner) at 416-395-7097

or jandreetorontoca

The Ontario Municipal Board contact for this development is Julie Nolan (Case Coordinator) and

she may be reached at 416-326-6782

100 Ranleigh Avenue

Applicant RE Millward amp Associates Ltd

Proposal Four storeys of luxury rental apartments

Status A new application for this site was submitted to City Planning in May 2015

triggering the citys full planning process A community consultation was held on

November 17 2015

For more information please contact John Lyon (City Planner) at 416-395-7095

or jlyontorontoca

888-900 Don Mills Road and 55 Barber Greene Road

Applicant Kwan amp Kwan Limited

Proposal Rezoning to allow relocation of existing on-site banquet hall

Status The application was approved at the Ontario Municipal Board

For more information please contact Guy Matthew (City Planner) at 416-395-7102

or gmatthe2torontoca

740-750 York Mills Road and 17 Farmstead Road

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Applicant Minto

Proposal 260 stacked townhouse units and retention of the three existing rental apartment

buildings

Status Following City Plannings initial community consultation meeting in Fall 2013 the

neighbourhood formed a working group The working group held a series of recent meetings and

recently reached out to the wider neighbourhood with a petition

For more information please contact John Andreevski (City Planner) at 416-395-7097

or jandreetorontoca

You may also contact the working group at yorkmillsleslieworkinggroupgmailcom

16 Kirtling Place

Applicant York-Kirtling Inc

Proposal Six townhouses fronting York Mills Road and one detached house off Kirtling

Status City Planning received this application in August and a community consultation

meeting took place in February 2015 City Plannings final report is expected in the coming

months

For more information please contact Guy Matthew (City Planner) at 416-395-7102

or gmatthe2torontoca

2425-2427 Bayview Avenue

Applicant Urbancorp

Proposal 40 townhouse units

Status Urbancorp purchased the site from Hush and submitted a new application to City

Planning in September 2014 The new application proposes to double the number of townhouses

on the site which were previously approved by the Ontario Municipal Board Urbancorp appealed

to the Ontario Municipal Board short-circuiting city plannings process A hearing is scheduled

for January 4 2016

For more information please contact Guy Matthew (City Planner) at 416-395-7102

or gmatthe2torontoca

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2437 Bayview Avenue

Applicant Larendale Group of Companies

Proposal Two-storey place of worship

Status City Planning received this application in December 2014 and a community consultation

meeting took place in March 2015

For more information please contact Michaelle Corcoran (City Planner) at 416-395-7130

or mcorcortorontoca

103 and 108 Bayview Ridge

Applicant M Behar Planning amp Design Inc

Proposal 11 townhouses fronting Bayview Avenue and four detached houses facing Bayview

Bridge

Status The applicant appealed to the Ontario Municipal Board in late 2013 short circuiting the

citys planning process The application went into mediation last Fall and a hearing was held on

June 1 2015 An OMB decision is expected in the coming months

For more information please contact Guy Matthew (City Planner) at 416-395-7102

or gmatthe2torontoca

The Ontario Municipal Board contact for this development is Julie Nolan (Case Coordinator) and

she may be reached at 416-326-6782

2 Wilket Road

Applicant Goldberg Group

Proposal Seven townhouses fronting Bayview Avenue and a single detached house

fronting Wilket Road

Status The applicant appealed to the Ontario Municipal Board and a hearing is scheduled

for January 18 2016

For more information please contact Guy Matthew (City Planner) at 416-395-7102

or gmatthe2torontoca

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2655-2659 Bayview Avenue and 15 Old Colony Road

Applicant Goldberg Group

Proposal 10 three-storey townhouses fronting Bayview and two detached houses facing

Old Colony Road

Status Following a community consultation in spring 2014 the applicant appealed to the

Ontario Municipal Board A hearing was held on August 26 2015 and an OMB decision is

expected in the coming months

For more information please contact Guy Matthew (City Planner) at 416-395-7102

or gmatthe2torontoca

The Ontario Municipal Board contact for this development is Raymond Borja (Case

Coordinator) and he may be reached at 416-326-5368

1087-1095 Leslie Street (Inn on the Park)

Applicant Tridel

Proposal Four condominium towers with heights of 28 29 24 and 39 storeys containing

1380 units and at-grade commercial space Also proposed are 2 blocks of 3-storey back-

to-back townhouses containing 20 units

Status A community consultation was held in June 2015 and staffs final report can be

expected in the coming months

For more information please contact John Andreevski (City Planner) at 416-395-7097

or jandreetorontoca

You may also visit the developments website by clicking here

200-214 Keewatin Avenue

Applicant 200 Keewatin Developments

Proposal Two 35-storey stacked townhouse blocks comprised of 80 residential units

Status City Planning received this application in February and a community consultation was

held in June 2015 The applicant appealed to the OMB short circuiting the citys full planning

process Ive directed city staff to attend the OMB and oppose this application A hearing hasnt

yet been scheduled

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For more information please contact John Andreevski (City Planner) at 416-395-7097

or jandreetorontoca

You may also visit the developments website by clicking here

49-51 Lawrence Avenue East and 84 Weybourne Crescent

Applicant Bousfields Inc

Proposal A four-storey stacked townhouse development with 22 residential units in two

blocks

Status An application was received by City Planning in May 2015 A community

consultation was held in late September In November 2015 the applicant appealed

directly to the Ontario Municipal Board

For more information please contact Guy Matthew (City Planner) at 416-395-7102

or gmatthe2torontoca

1888 Bayview Avenue

Applicant Tridel

Proposal The construction of a new 8-storey residential apartment building This is Phase 2 of

a two phase project

Status The application was approved by the Committee of Adjustment in August 2015

For more information please contact Kaitlyn Graham (Assistant Planner) at 416-395-7052

or kgrahamtorontoca

2851 Yonge Street

Applicant RE Millward amp Associates Ltd

Proposal An eight-storey 49 unit rental apartment building

Status City Planning received this application in April 2015 and a community consultation was

held in late September

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For more information please contact Michaelle Corcoran (City Planner) at 416-395-7130

or mcorcortorontoca

100 Broadway

Applicant Broadway Developments Inc

Proposal 34-storey apartment building with 329 residential apartment units

Status An application has been submitted Staffs preliminary report is expected for

January 2016 with a community consultation scheduled shortly afterwards

For more information please contact John Andreevski (City Planner) at 416-395-7097

or jandreetorontoca

169 The Donway West

Applicant Bousfields Inc

Proposal Mixed use development with a 34-storey tower and a 39-storey tower with a 2-

storey connecting base 736 residential units and 3000 square meters of retailoffice

space on the ground floor

Status An application has been submitted Staffs preliminary report is expected in the

coming months

For more information please contact John Lyon (City Planner) at 416-395-7095

or jlyontorontoca

Bayview Avenue Design Guidelines Planning Study

Background Townhouse design guidelines study of Bayview Avenue between Lawrence

Avenue and the 401

Status The Bayview Design Guidelines were passed at the November 2015 North York

Community Council meeting

For more information please contact Guy Matthew (City Planner) at 416-395-7102

or gmatthe2torontoca

You can also finding more information by clicking here

Subscribe Share Past Issues Transla

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Midtown in Focus Planning Study

Background A parks open space and st reetscape master plan for the Yonge and Eglinton

neighbourhood

Status Adopted by City Council

For more information please contact Leo DeSorcy (City Planner) at 416-395-7139

or ldesorcytorontoca

You can also finding more information by clicking here

Public Meetings and Events

The Holiday Spirit in Ward 25

December is just around the corner and Torontonians are getting into the holiday spirit

Were fortunate in a city as big as ours to have an abundance of community events and activities for

each member of your family to take part in

This is the time of year when arts and culture thrives and you dont have to look far to find

entertainment for all ages

If youre looking for live music the North York Concert Orchestras presentation of Soireacutees Musicales

is on December 12 This performance led by a talented group of musicians is not to be missed

If youd like to get a head start on your shopping ndash and beat the crowds ndash be sure to visit your local

business improvement area

Many boutiques and shops in the Yonge-Lawrence and Uptown Yonge BIAs participate in

YellowPages Shop the Neighbourhood Day on November 28 This is a great opportunity to support

local businesses and restaurants

If youre looking for local fare to serve at your holiday party be sure to visit the Organic Farmers

Market at the Toronto Botanical Garden This market held every Thursday from 2 to 7 pm offers the

best in local produce prepared food and much more

Outreach to those in need is especially important around the holidays The North York Harvest Food

Bank serves as the primary food bank for North Toronto and in 2014 alone served over 2 million

pounds of food

If youd like to volunteer with their organization or donate to their programs be sure to visit

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wwwnorthyorkharvestcom

No matter what age you are or which activities you choose to take part in enjoy everything your

community has to offer and have a safe and happy holiday season

Uptown Yonge BIA Annual Tree Lighting Ceremony

Date Friday November 27

Time 700 pm

Location St Clements Parkette (14 St Clements Avenue)

Please join the Uptown Yonge BIA as they light up their Christmas tree

For more information please click here

49th Annual Cavalcade of Lights

Date Saturday November 28

Time 600 pm

Location Nathan Phillips Square (100 Queen Street W)

Mark the start of the holiday season by stopping by the 49th Annual Cavalcade of Lights in

Nathan Phillips Square

There is a great line-up of activities for the entire family For more information please click

here

YellowPages Shop the Neighbourhood Day

Date Saturday November 28

Location Participating businesses across Toronto

ShopTheHood is coming up fast Support local businesses in our neighbourhoods on

November 28

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Lawrence Park Community Church Christmas Market

Date Sunday November 29

Time 1130 am to 330 pm

Location Lawrence Park Community Church (2180 Bayview Avenue)

Get into the Christmas spirit by visiting the LPCCs Christmas Market on Sunday November 29

For more information please click here

Tree Planting Strategy Public Meeting and Survey

Date Monday November 30

Time 630 pm to 900 pm

Location Toronto City Hall Committee Room 2 (100 Queen Street W)

The City recognizes the significant community and environmental benefits of our urban forest

and is seeking your input on the development of programs and tools necessary to increase tree

planting on private land

Youre welcome to attend the public meeting above or to contribute your feedback through their

online survey which is available until December 14

For more information please click here

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Toronto Botanical Garden Holiday Market amp Open House

Date Thursday December 3

Time Noon to 900 pm

Location 777 Lawrence Ave E

Be sure to visit the Toronto Botanical Gardens Annual Holiday Market and Open House next

Thursday December 3 Theres no better way to get into the holiday spirit

For more information please click here

Yorkminster Park Baptist Church 7th Annual City Carol Sing

Date Saturday December 5

Time 200 pm

Location 1585 Yonge Street (1 block north of St Clair Avenue)

For more information on this great event and the line-up of special guests please click

here

North York Concert Orchestra Soiregravees Musicales

Date Saturday December 12

Time 800 pm (pre-concert chat at 730 pm)

Location Yorkminster Citadel (1 Lord Seaton Road)

The North York Concert Orchestras 2015-2016 season is now underway Join them for their

presentation of Soiregravees Musicales

For more information and ticket prices please click here

Toronto Botanical Garden Weekly Organic Farmers Market

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Date Every Thursday

Time 200 pm to 700 pm

Location 777 Lawrence Ave E

Head to the TBG on Thursdays to pick up local produce bread meat cheese honey prepared

food and more

For more information please click here

Toronto Public Library Tea amp Movies for Seniors at the Don Mills Branch

Date Friday Afternoons in the New Year

Time 200 pm

Location 888 Lawrence Ave E

The Don Mills Branch will be offering new programs for seniors in the new year including

tea amp movies on Friday afternoons

For more information please click here or call 416-395-5710

Copyright copy 2015 Toronto City Councillor Jaye Robinson All rights reserved

unsubsc ribe from this list update subscription preferences

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updates during major outages You can register for outage alerts here

If power is down following a snow storm Toronto Hydro suggests following these tips

Check to see if your neighbours have power If they dont it is likely that more work is planned

on your street

If your home is the only house without electricity check your electrical panel inside your home

to see if the breakers are in the on position

Check outside and visually inspect if the electrical equipment on your home is damaged or if theservice wire is down If the customer-owned connection point (usually the pipe and wires

attached to your home connected to the powerline) is damaged you may need to contact an

ESA-certified electrical contractor A list is available on the ESArsquos website

at httpwwwesasafecom

In the event of a power outage this winter you can contact Toronto Hydros Customer Care team

at (416) 542-8000 This number can also be used to report emergencies such as downed or

sagging wires

You may also report power outages and streetlight outages by visiting this link or by calling 311

For additional information on emergency preparedness please click here

Local Appeal Body

As no doubt youre aware Toronto is facing incredible intensification pressure Thats why Im pleased

to announce that the city is getting traction on real and significant planning reform

In my first term in office I worked with the former Chair of the Planning and Growth ManagementCommittee to get the establishment of a Local Appeal Body (LAB) off the ground City Council

approved the LAB in July 2014

The LAB will be an independent decision-making body that will replace the Ontario Municipal Board

(OMB) in hearing appeals of minor variance and consent applications

The goal is to give Toronto more control over defining its own neighbourhoods For example the city

not the province will appoint LAB members and set up the appointments process The LAB will also

determine its own rules of practice and procedure

A report from City Planning about the LAB will be c oming to Executive Committee in January 2016

For more information on the LAB check out this staff presentation from Spring 2014

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I was honoured to speak with our Canadian veterans at Sunnybrook Hospitals Remembrance Day

Ceremony

Intensification in the Yonge amp Eglinton Community

Toronto is experiencing unprecedented growth While many neighbourhoods are feeling the pinch few

are experiencing levels of growth and change like the Yonge-Eglinton area This growth has directimpacts on our built form and infrastructure ndash from transit to schools to stormwater management

Thats why in July 2015 I asked the Chief Planner to report on planning tools that can be used to help

manage intensification pressure in the Yonge-Eglinton neighbourhood

The goal of the study the Yonge and Eglinton Growth Built Form and Infrastructure Review is to

develop an evidence-based planning approach that can better inform the development review process

and policy-making moving forward

From my perspective any and all growth needs to be effectively managed to ensure the continuedliveability of our community These planning tools will guide the vision form and fit of future

developments with a focus on the context-specific character of the Yonge-Eglinton neighbourhood

Building on the recently City Council-approved Midtown in Focus a plan focusing on public realm

improvements to streets buildings and open spaces the Yonge and Eglinton Review is really four

plans in one Using recent growth analyses the Review examines built form cultural heritage

community infrastructure and transportation and municipal services

A key component of the review involves a detailed analysis of the performance and capacity of city

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infrastructure including transportation networks water wastewater and energy The final report will

outline what infrastructural improvements would be needed based on projected growth estimates

Expected in Spring 2016 the report will enhance the development review process by providing hard

data on the multiple impacts of intensification in Yonge-Eglinton

The bottom line is that we want to maintain the unique feel of the Yonge-Eglinton neighbourhood and

the characteristics that make it a vibrant community

For updates on the Yonge and Eglinton Growth Built Form and Infrastructure Review click here

Greater Toronto Airports Authority Noise Mitigation Initiatives Engagement Plan

As you may know Toronto Pearson International Airport and the Greater Toronto Airports Authority

(GTAA) started a Noise Mitigation Initiatives Engagement Plan

In 2016 they will be entering into the third phase of this plan which includes public consultation

In the meantime residents can register comments and complaints through Toronto Pearson directly by

contacting the Noise Management Office at 416-247-7682 completing this form or using WebTrak (an

online tracking system that can be used to see arriving and departing flights overhead in your

neighbourhood)

Residents are also invited to participate in Pearsons Community Environment amp Noise Advisory

Committee (CENAC) The committee holds regular meetings where the public is given the opportunity

to discuss and ask questions about noise-related issues

Ward 25 Updates

Splash Guards on the Bayview Bridge

Splash guards have been installed on the Bayview Bridge north of Lawrence

The new splash guards provide safe passage along the bridge for pedestrians in Ward 25 Theyll create

a safer walking route for travel to and from the Crescent School the Toronto French School the York

University Glendon Campus and the Granite Club

Many thanks to Gary Gund Allan Vice and Bruce and Cee Cee Robertson for helping to make this

happen

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Park Updates

Lawrence Park Playground

As mentioned in my previous eNewsletter Parks staff advised that construction on the playground isexpected to begin in Spring 2016

Ill continue to push hard throughout the winter to ensure that this project is prioritized and that shovels

are in the ground as soon as the snow melts

Lord Seaton Park Playground Enhancements

I would like to thank the neighbourhood for attending the public meeting on Thursday November 19

Your input on the upcoming enhancements to this playground is greatly appreciated and I look forwardto posting the final designs on my website as soon as they are available

Mossgrove Park Playground Enhancements

We would like the neighbourhoods input on the conceptual designs for the enhancements of this

playground

We will be organizing a public meeting in the New Year If you havent reached out already but would

like to receive the details when they become available please email my office

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Many thanks to the Grade 12 Politics class from York Mills Collegiate Institute for stopping by City Hall to watch

City Council in action

Yorkminster Park Meals on Wheels

Operating out of the Yorkminster Park Baptist Church at Yonge and St Clair the charity delivers

nutritious meals to the sick elderly and disabled and supports them in their desire to remain at home

and live independently

At present Yorkminster Park Meals on Wheels delivers approximately 12000 hot meals and 20000

frozen meals annually to clients within the North Toronto area While delivering meals to those in need

the volunteers provide a compassionate visit to clients who may not have other social interactions

throughout the day

The charity was founded by volunteers in 1966 and almost 50 years later volunteers continue to be

the backbone of the organization

Charities such as Meals on Wheels rely on the generosity and community spirit of donors

If you would like to make a donation know someone who would benefit from receiving Meals

on Wheels or are interested in volunteer opportunities you may visit their website or contact them via

phone or email

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Phone 416-482-0549

Email infoypmealsonwheelscom

Website wwwypmealsonwheelscom

Many thanks to the local 56th Toronto Cub Scouts for visiting me at City Hall

Blythwood Road Work

Staff have been hard at work resurfacing a section of Blythwood Road east of Mount Pleasant in recent

weeks

Improvements will also be made to the sidewalk and curb including the installation of raised metal

plates called tactile plates at the crosswalk entrance These plates will help alert the visually impaired

that they are entering the road

Finally staff are installing new catch basins to improve drainage and reduce flooding in the valley

The repairs and improvements should be complete by the first week of December weather-permitting

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It was an honour to deliver opening remarks at the Korean Canadian Cultural Associations unveiling of the

Peace Statue

Shop Local Stychin Tyme

Stychin Tyme a small business specializing in mens and womens alternations is moving to Ward 25

Theyll be relocating to 927 Mt Pleasant Road because of a proposed development on Yonge Street

Owner Penny Bedford and her team offer expert tailoring and in some cases can provide you with the

finished product in only a matter of hours

For more information call 416-485-6970

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Jaye welcomes successful small business owner Penny Bedford to the ward

Development Updates

Check out the interactive map on my website with Ward 25s major development proposals and

projects

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88 Erskine Avenue

Applicant Veridoc Developments

Proposal eight-storey 80 unit residential apartments existing 491 unit building on-site will be

maintained

Status Approved by the Ontario Municipal Board (OMB)

101 (99) Erskine and 66 Broadway

Applicant Tridel

Proposal 32-storey 432 unit building the existing apartment building at 66 Broadway will

remain The applicant recently applied to add two storeys resulting in a 34-storey building

Status City Council approved the original application for 32-storeys in October 2012

This new application for the additional two floors will be before the Committee of Adjustment

today November 26

For more information please contact Robert Gibson (Senior Planner) at 416-395-7059

or rgibsontorontoca

18-30 Erskine Avenue

Applicant Pemberton

Proposal 35-storey 300 unit condominium with 153 parking spaces beside John Fisher Public

School

Status The applicant appealed to the Ontario Municipal Board and Ive been working closely with

the local neighborhood organization A mediation session took place in mid-August and the finaldetails will be before City Council in December 2015

For more information please contact Steve Forrester (City Planner) at 416-395-7126

or sforresttorontoca

The Ontario Municipal Board contact for this development is Raymond Borja (Case Coordinator)

and he may be reached at 416-326-5368

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Alaska 2779-2781 Yonge Street 15-17 and 19-21 Strathgowan Avenue

Applicant 165584 Ontario Limited

Proposal 11-storey residential building with 102 condominium units 29 rental replacement units

and ground floor retail

Status Following several revisions the applicant recently appealed to the Ontario Municipal

Board A hearing is scheduled for January 11 2016

For more information please contact John Andreevski (City Planner) at 416-395-7097

or jandreetorontoca

The Ontario Municipal Board contact for this development is Julie Nolan (Case Coordinator) and

she may be reached at 416-326-6782

100 Ranleigh Avenue

Applicant RE Millward amp Associates Ltd

Proposal Four storeys of luxury rental apartments

Status A new application for this site was submitted to City Planning in May 2015

triggering the citys full planning process A community consultation was held on

November 17 2015

For more information please contact John Lyon (City Planner) at 416-395-7095

or jlyontorontoca

888-900 Don Mills Road and 55 Barber Greene Road

Applicant Kwan amp Kwan Limited

Proposal Rezoning to allow relocation of existing on-site banquet hall

Status The application was approved at the Ontario Municipal Board

For more information please contact Guy Matthew (City Planner) at 416-395-7102

or gmatthe2torontoca

740-750 York Mills Road and 17 Farmstead Road

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Applicant Minto

Proposal 260 stacked townhouse units and retention of the three existing rental apartment

buildings

Status Following City Plannings initial community consultation meeting in Fall 2013 the

neighbourhood formed a working group The working group held a series of recent meetings and

recently reached out to the wider neighbourhood with a petition

For more information please contact John Andreevski (City Planner) at 416-395-7097

or jandreetorontoca

You may also contact the working group at yorkmillsleslieworkinggroupgmailcom

16 Kirtling Place

Applicant York-Kirtling Inc

Proposal Six townhouses fronting York Mills Road and one detached house off Kirtling

Status City Planning received this application in August and a community consultation

meeting took place in February 2015 City Plannings final report is expected in the coming

months

For more information please contact Guy Matthew (City Planner) at 416-395-7102

or gmatthe2torontoca

2425-2427 Bayview Avenue

Applicant Urbancorp

Proposal 40 townhouse units

Status Urbancorp purchased the site from Hush and submitted a new application to City

Planning in September 2014 The new application proposes to double the number of townhouses

on the site which were previously approved by the Ontario Municipal Board Urbancorp appealed

to the Ontario Municipal Board short-circuiting city plannings process A hearing is scheduled

for January 4 2016

For more information please contact Guy Matthew (City Planner) at 416-395-7102

or gmatthe2torontoca

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2437 Bayview Avenue

Applicant Larendale Group of Companies

Proposal Two-storey place of worship

Status City Planning received this application in December 2014 and a community consultation

meeting took place in March 2015

For more information please contact Michaelle Corcoran (City Planner) at 416-395-7130

or mcorcortorontoca

103 and 108 Bayview Ridge

Applicant M Behar Planning amp Design Inc

Proposal 11 townhouses fronting Bayview Avenue and four detached houses facing Bayview

Bridge

Status The applicant appealed to the Ontario Municipal Board in late 2013 short circuiting the

citys planning process The application went into mediation last Fall and a hearing was held on

June 1 2015 An OMB decision is expected in the coming months

For more information please contact Guy Matthew (City Planner) at 416-395-7102

or gmatthe2torontoca

The Ontario Municipal Board contact for this development is Julie Nolan (Case Coordinator) and

she may be reached at 416-326-6782

2 Wilket Road

Applicant Goldberg Group

Proposal Seven townhouses fronting Bayview Avenue and a single detached house

fronting Wilket Road

Status The applicant appealed to the Ontario Municipal Board and a hearing is scheduled

for January 18 2016

For more information please contact Guy Matthew (City Planner) at 416-395-7102

or gmatthe2torontoca

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2655-2659 Bayview Avenue and 15 Old Colony Road

Applicant Goldberg Group

Proposal 10 three-storey townhouses fronting Bayview and two detached houses facing

Old Colony Road

Status Following a community consultation in spring 2014 the applicant appealed to the

Ontario Municipal Board A hearing was held on August 26 2015 and an OMB decision is

expected in the coming months

For more information please contact Guy Matthew (City Planner) at 416-395-7102

or gmatthe2torontoca

The Ontario Municipal Board contact for this development is Raymond Borja (Case

Coordinator) and he may be reached at 416-326-5368

1087-1095 Leslie Street (Inn on the Park)

Applicant Tridel

Proposal Four condominium towers with heights of 28 29 24 and 39 storeys containing

1380 units and at-grade commercial space Also proposed are 2 blocks of 3-storey back-

to-back townhouses containing 20 units

Status A community consultation was held in June 2015 and staffs final report can be

expected in the coming months

For more information please contact John Andreevski (City Planner) at 416-395-7097

or jandreetorontoca

You may also visit the developments website by clicking here

200-214 Keewatin Avenue

Applicant 200 Keewatin Developments

Proposal Two 35-storey stacked townhouse blocks comprised of 80 residential units

Status City Planning received this application in February and a community consultation was

held in June 2015 The applicant appealed to the OMB short circuiting the citys full planning

process Ive directed city staff to attend the OMB and oppose this application A hearing hasnt

yet been scheduled

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For more information please contact John Andreevski (City Planner) at 416-395-7097

or jandreetorontoca

You may also visit the developments website by clicking here

49-51 Lawrence Avenue East and 84 Weybourne Crescent

Applicant Bousfields Inc

Proposal A four-storey stacked townhouse development with 22 residential units in two

blocks

Status An application was received by City Planning in May 2015 A community

consultation was held in late September In November 2015 the applicant appealed

directly to the Ontario Municipal Board

For more information please contact Guy Matthew (City Planner) at 416-395-7102

or gmatthe2torontoca

1888 Bayview Avenue

Applicant Tridel

Proposal The construction of a new 8-storey residential apartment building This is Phase 2 of

a two phase project

Status The application was approved by the Committee of Adjustment in August 2015

For more information please contact Kaitlyn Graham (Assistant Planner) at 416-395-7052

or kgrahamtorontoca

2851 Yonge Street

Applicant RE Millward amp Associates Ltd

Proposal An eight-storey 49 unit rental apartment building

Status City Planning received this application in April 2015 and a community consultation was

held in late September

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For more information please contact Michaelle Corcoran (City Planner) at 416-395-7130

or mcorcortorontoca

100 Broadway

Applicant Broadway Developments Inc

Proposal 34-storey apartment building with 329 residential apartment units

Status An application has been submitted Staffs preliminary report is expected for

January 2016 with a community consultation scheduled shortly afterwards

For more information please contact John Andreevski (City Planner) at 416-395-7097

or jandreetorontoca

169 The Donway West

Applicant Bousfields Inc

Proposal Mixed use development with a 34-storey tower and a 39-storey tower with a 2-

storey connecting base 736 residential units and 3000 square meters of retailoffice

space on the ground floor

Status An application has been submitted Staffs preliminary report is expected in the

coming months

For more information please contact John Lyon (City Planner) at 416-395-7095

or jlyontorontoca

Bayview Avenue Design Guidelines Planning Study

Background Townhouse design guidelines study of Bayview Avenue between Lawrence

Avenue and the 401

Status The Bayview Design Guidelines were passed at the November 2015 North York

Community Council meeting

For more information please contact Guy Matthew (City Planner) at 416-395-7102

or gmatthe2torontoca

You can also finding more information by clicking here

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Midtown in Focus Planning Study

Background A parks open space and st reetscape master plan for the Yonge and Eglinton

neighbourhood

Status Adopted by City Council

For more information please contact Leo DeSorcy (City Planner) at 416-395-7139

or ldesorcytorontoca

You can also finding more information by clicking here

Public Meetings and Events

The Holiday Spirit in Ward 25

December is just around the corner and Torontonians are getting into the holiday spirit

Were fortunate in a city as big as ours to have an abundance of community events and activities for

each member of your family to take part in

This is the time of year when arts and culture thrives and you dont have to look far to find

entertainment for all ages

If youre looking for live music the North York Concert Orchestras presentation of Soireacutees Musicales

is on December 12 This performance led by a talented group of musicians is not to be missed

If youd like to get a head start on your shopping ndash and beat the crowds ndash be sure to visit your local

business improvement area

Many boutiques and shops in the Yonge-Lawrence and Uptown Yonge BIAs participate in

YellowPages Shop the Neighbourhood Day on November 28 This is a great opportunity to support

local businesses and restaurants

If youre looking for local fare to serve at your holiday party be sure to visit the Organic Farmers

Market at the Toronto Botanical Garden This market held every Thursday from 2 to 7 pm offers the

best in local produce prepared food and much more

Outreach to those in need is especially important around the holidays The North York Harvest Food

Bank serves as the primary food bank for North Toronto and in 2014 alone served over 2 million

pounds of food

If youd like to volunteer with their organization or donate to their programs be sure to visit

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wwwnorthyorkharvestcom

No matter what age you are or which activities you choose to take part in enjoy everything your

community has to offer and have a safe and happy holiday season

Uptown Yonge BIA Annual Tree Lighting Ceremony

Date Friday November 27

Time 700 pm

Location St Clements Parkette (14 St Clements Avenue)

Please join the Uptown Yonge BIA as they light up their Christmas tree

For more information please click here

49th Annual Cavalcade of Lights

Date Saturday November 28

Time 600 pm

Location Nathan Phillips Square (100 Queen Street W)

Mark the start of the holiday season by stopping by the 49th Annual Cavalcade of Lights in

Nathan Phillips Square

There is a great line-up of activities for the entire family For more information please click

here

YellowPages Shop the Neighbourhood Day

Date Saturday November 28

Location Participating businesses across Toronto

ShopTheHood is coming up fast Support local businesses in our neighbourhoods on

November 28

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Lawrence Park Community Church Christmas Market

Date Sunday November 29

Time 1130 am to 330 pm

Location Lawrence Park Community Church (2180 Bayview Avenue)

Get into the Christmas spirit by visiting the LPCCs Christmas Market on Sunday November 29

For more information please click here

Tree Planting Strategy Public Meeting and Survey

Date Monday November 30

Time 630 pm to 900 pm

Location Toronto City Hall Committee Room 2 (100 Queen Street W)

The City recognizes the significant community and environmental benefits of our urban forest

and is seeking your input on the development of programs and tools necessary to increase tree

planting on private land

Youre welcome to attend the public meeting above or to contribute your feedback through their

online survey which is available until December 14

For more information please click here

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Toronto Botanical Garden Holiday Market amp Open House

Date Thursday December 3

Time Noon to 900 pm

Location 777 Lawrence Ave E

Be sure to visit the Toronto Botanical Gardens Annual Holiday Market and Open House next

Thursday December 3 Theres no better way to get into the holiday spirit

For more information please click here

Yorkminster Park Baptist Church 7th Annual City Carol Sing

Date Saturday December 5

Time 200 pm

Location 1585 Yonge Street (1 block north of St Clair Avenue)

For more information on this great event and the line-up of special guests please click

here

North York Concert Orchestra Soiregravees Musicales

Date Saturday December 12

Time 800 pm (pre-concert chat at 730 pm)

Location Yorkminster Citadel (1 Lord Seaton Road)

The North York Concert Orchestras 2015-2016 season is now underway Join them for their

presentation of Soiregravees Musicales

For more information and ticket prices please click here

Toronto Botanical Garden Weekly Organic Farmers Market

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Date Every Thursday

Time 200 pm to 700 pm

Location 777 Lawrence Ave E

Head to the TBG on Thursdays to pick up local produce bread meat cheese honey prepared

food and more

For more information please click here

Toronto Public Library Tea amp Movies for Seniors at the Don Mills Branch

Date Friday Afternoons in the New Year

Time 200 pm

Location 888 Lawrence Ave E

The Don Mills Branch will be offering new programs for seniors in the new year including

tea amp movies on Friday afternoons

For more information please click here or call 416-395-5710

Copyright copy 2015 Toronto City Councillor Jaye Robinson All rights reserved

unsubsc ribe from this list update subscription preferences

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I was honoured to speak with our Canadian veterans at Sunnybrook Hospitals Remembrance Day

Ceremony

Intensification in the Yonge amp Eglinton Community

Toronto is experiencing unprecedented growth While many neighbourhoods are feeling the pinch few

are experiencing levels of growth and change like the Yonge-Eglinton area This growth has directimpacts on our built form and infrastructure ndash from transit to schools to stormwater management

Thats why in July 2015 I asked the Chief Planner to report on planning tools that can be used to help

manage intensification pressure in the Yonge-Eglinton neighbourhood

The goal of the study the Yonge and Eglinton Growth Built Form and Infrastructure Review is to

develop an evidence-based planning approach that can better inform the development review process

and policy-making moving forward

From my perspective any and all growth needs to be effectively managed to ensure the continuedliveability of our community These planning tools will guide the vision form and fit of future

developments with a focus on the context-specific character of the Yonge-Eglinton neighbourhood

Building on the recently City Council-approved Midtown in Focus a plan focusing on public realm

improvements to streets buildings and open spaces the Yonge and Eglinton Review is really four

plans in one Using recent growth analyses the Review examines built form cultural heritage

community infrastructure and transportation and municipal services

A key component of the review involves a detailed analysis of the performance and capacity of city

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infrastructure including transportation networks water wastewater and energy The final report will

outline what infrastructural improvements would be needed based on projected growth estimates

Expected in Spring 2016 the report will enhance the development review process by providing hard

data on the multiple impacts of intensification in Yonge-Eglinton

The bottom line is that we want to maintain the unique feel of the Yonge-Eglinton neighbourhood and

the characteristics that make it a vibrant community

For updates on the Yonge and Eglinton Growth Built Form and Infrastructure Review click here

Greater Toronto Airports Authority Noise Mitigation Initiatives Engagement Plan

As you may know Toronto Pearson International Airport and the Greater Toronto Airports Authority

(GTAA) started a Noise Mitigation Initiatives Engagement Plan

In 2016 they will be entering into the third phase of this plan which includes public consultation

In the meantime residents can register comments and complaints through Toronto Pearson directly by

contacting the Noise Management Office at 416-247-7682 completing this form or using WebTrak (an

online tracking system that can be used to see arriving and departing flights overhead in your

neighbourhood)

Residents are also invited to participate in Pearsons Community Environment amp Noise Advisory

Committee (CENAC) The committee holds regular meetings where the public is given the opportunity

to discuss and ask questions about noise-related issues

Ward 25 Updates

Splash Guards on the Bayview Bridge

Splash guards have been installed on the Bayview Bridge north of Lawrence

The new splash guards provide safe passage along the bridge for pedestrians in Ward 25 Theyll create

a safer walking route for travel to and from the Crescent School the Toronto French School the York

University Glendon Campus and the Granite Club

Many thanks to Gary Gund Allan Vice and Bruce and Cee Cee Robertson for helping to make this

happen

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Park Updates

Lawrence Park Playground

As mentioned in my previous eNewsletter Parks staff advised that construction on the playground isexpected to begin in Spring 2016

Ill continue to push hard throughout the winter to ensure that this project is prioritized and that shovels

are in the ground as soon as the snow melts

Lord Seaton Park Playground Enhancements

I would like to thank the neighbourhood for attending the public meeting on Thursday November 19

Your input on the upcoming enhancements to this playground is greatly appreciated and I look forwardto posting the final designs on my website as soon as they are available

Mossgrove Park Playground Enhancements

We would like the neighbourhoods input on the conceptual designs for the enhancements of this

playground

We will be organizing a public meeting in the New Year If you havent reached out already but would

like to receive the details when they become available please email my office

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Many thanks to the Grade 12 Politics class from York Mills Collegiate Institute for stopping by City Hall to watch

City Council in action

Yorkminster Park Meals on Wheels

Operating out of the Yorkminster Park Baptist Church at Yonge and St Clair the charity delivers

nutritious meals to the sick elderly and disabled and supports them in their desire to remain at home

and live independently

At present Yorkminster Park Meals on Wheels delivers approximately 12000 hot meals and 20000

frozen meals annually to clients within the North Toronto area While delivering meals to those in need

the volunteers provide a compassionate visit to clients who may not have other social interactions

throughout the day

The charity was founded by volunteers in 1966 and almost 50 years later volunteers continue to be

the backbone of the organization

Charities such as Meals on Wheels rely on the generosity and community spirit of donors

If you would like to make a donation know someone who would benefit from receiving Meals

on Wheels or are interested in volunteer opportunities you may visit their website or contact them via

phone or email

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Phone 416-482-0549

Email infoypmealsonwheelscom

Website wwwypmealsonwheelscom

Many thanks to the local 56th Toronto Cub Scouts for visiting me at City Hall

Blythwood Road Work

Staff have been hard at work resurfacing a section of Blythwood Road east of Mount Pleasant in recent

weeks

Improvements will also be made to the sidewalk and curb including the installation of raised metal

plates called tactile plates at the crosswalk entrance These plates will help alert the visually impaired

that they are entering the road

Finally staff are installing new catch basins to improve drainage and reduce flooding in the valley

The repairs and improvements should be complete by the first week of December weather-permitting

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It was an honour to deliver opening remarks at the Korean Canadian Cultural Associations unveiling of the

Peace Statue

Shop Local Stychin Tyme

Stychin Tyme a small business specializing in mens and womens alternations is moving to Ward 25

Theyll be relocating to 927 Mt Pleasant Road because of a proposed development on Yonge Street

Owner Penny Bedford and her team offer expert tailoring and in some cases can provide you with the

finished product in only a matter of hours

For more information call 416-485-6970

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Jaye welcomes successful small business owner Penny Bedford to the ward

Development Updates

Check out the interactive map on my website with Ward 25s major development proposals and

projects

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88 Erskine Avenue

Applicant Veridoc Developments

Proposal eight-storey 80 unit residential apartments existing 491 unit building on-site will be

maintained

Status Approved by the Ontario Municipal Board (OMB)

101 (99) Erskine and 66 Broadway

Applicant Tridel

Proposal 32-storey 432 unit building the existing apartment building at 66 Broadway will

remain The applicant recently applied to add two storeys resulting in a 34-storey building

Status City Council approved the original application for 32-storeys in October 2012

This new application for the additional two floors will be before the Committee of Adjustment

today November 26

For more information please contact Robert Gibson (Senior Planner) at 416-395-7059

or rgibsontorontoca

18-30 Erskine Avenue

Applicant Pemberton

Proposal 35-storey 300 unit condominium with 153 parking spaces beside John Fisher Public

School

Status The applicant appealed to the Ontario Municipal Board and Ive been working closely with

the local neighborhood organization A mediation session took place in mid-August and the finaldetails will be before City Council in December 2015

For more information please contact Steve Forrester (City Planner) at 416-395-7126

or sforresttorontoca

The Ontario Municipal Board contact for this development is Raymond Borja (Case Coordinator)

and he may be reached at 416-326-5368

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Alaska 2779-2781 Yonge Street 15-17 and 19-21 Strathgowan Avenue

Applicant 165584 Ontario Limited

Proposal 11-storey residential building with 102 condominium units 29 rental replacement units

and ground floor retail

Status Following several revisions the applicant recently appealed to the Ontario Municipal

Board A hearing is scheduled for January 11 2016

For more information please contact John Andreevski (City Planner) at 416-395-7097

or jandreetorontoca

The Ontario Municipal Board contact for this development is Julie Nolan (Case Coordinator) and

she may be reached at 416-326-6782

100 Ranleigh Avenue

Applicant RE Millward amp Associates Ltd

Proposal Four storeys of luxury rental apartments

Status A new application for this site was submitted to City Planning in May 2015

triggering the citys full planning process A community consultation was held on

November 17 2015

For more information please contact John Lyon (City Planner) at 416-395-7095

or jlyontorontoca

888-900 Don Mills Road and 55 Barber Greene Road

Applicant Kwan amp Kwan Limited

Proposal Rezoning to allow relocation of existing on-site banquet hall

Status The application was approved at the Ontario Municipal Board

For more information please contact Guy Matthew (City Planner) at 416-395-7102

or gmatthe2torontoca

740-750 York Mills Road and 17 Farmstead Road

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Applicant Minto

Proposal 260 stacked townhouse units and retention of the three existing rental apartment

buildings

Status Following City Plannings initial community consultation meeting in Fall 2013 the

neighbourhood formed a working group The working group held a series of recent meetings and

recently reached out to the wider neighbourhood with a petition

For more information please contact John Andreevski (City Planner) at 416-395-7097

or jandreetorontoca

You may also contact the working group at yorkmillsleslieworkinggroupgmailcom

16 Kirtling Place

Applicant York-Kirtling Inc

Proposal Six townhouses fronting York Mills Road and one detached house off Kirtling

Status City Planning received this application in August and a community consultation

meeting took place in February 2015 City Plannings final report is expected in the coming

months

For more information please contact Guy Matthew (City Planner) at 416-395-7102

or gmatthe2torontoca

2425-2427 Bayview Avenue

Applicant Urbancorp

Proposal 40 townhouse units

Status Urbancorp purchased the site from Hush and submitted a new application to City

Planning in September 2014 The new application proposes to double the number of townhouses

on the site which were previously approved by the Ontario Municipal Board Urbancorp appealed

to the Ontario Municipal Board short-circuiting city plannings process A hearing is scheduled

for January 4 2016

For more information please contact Guy Matthew (City Planner) at 416-395-7102

or gmatthe2torontoca

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2437 Bayview Avenue

Applicant Larendale Group of Companies

Proposal Two-storey place of worship

Status City Planning received this application in December 2014 and a community consultation

meeting took place in March 2015

For more information please contact Michaelle Corcoran (City Planner) at 416-395-7130

or mcorcortorontoca

103 and 108 Bayview Ridge

Applicant M Behar Planning amp Design Inc

Proposal 11 townhouses fronting Bayview Avenue and four detached houses facing Bayview

Bridge

Status The applicant appealed to the Ontario Municipal Board in late 2013 short circuiting the

citys planning process The application went into mediation last Fall and a hearing was held on

June 1 2015 An OMB decision is expected in the coming months

For more information please contact Guy Matthew (City Planner) at 416-395-7102

or gmatthe2torontoca

The Ontario Municipal Board contact for this development is Julie Nolan (Case Coordinator) and

she may be reached at 416-326-6782

2 Wilket Road

Applicant Goldberg Group

Proposal Seven townhouses fronting Bayview Avenue and a single detached house

fronting Wilket Road

Status The applicant appealed to the Ontario Municipal Board and a hearing is scheduled

for January 18 2016

For more information please contact Guy Matthew (City Planner) at 416-395-7102

or gmatthe2torontoca

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2655-2659 Bayview Avenue and 15 Old Colony Road

Applicant Goldberg Group

Proposal 10 three-storey townhouses fronting Bayview and two detached houses facing

Old Colony Road

Status Following a community consultation in spring 2014 the applicant appealed to the

Ontario Municipal Board A hearing was held on August 26 2015 and an OMB decision is

expected in the coming months

For more information please contact Guy Matthew (City Planner) at 416-395-7102

or gmatthe2torontoca

The Ontario Municipal Board contact for this development is Raymond Borja (Case

Coordinator) and he may be reached at 416-326-5368

1087-1095 Leslie Street (Inn on the Park)

Applicant Tridel

Proposal Four condominium towers with heights of 28 29 24 and 39 storeys containing

1380 units and at-grade commercial space Also proposed are 2 blocks of 3-storey back-

to-back townhouses containing 20 units

Status A community consultation was held in June 2015 and staffs final report can be

expected in the coming months

For more information please contact John Andreevski (City Planner) at 416-395-7097

or jandreetorontoca

You may also visit the developments website by clicking here

200-214 Keewatin Avenue

Applicant 200 Keewatin Developments

Proposal Two 35-storey stacked townhouse blocks comprised of 80 residential units

Status City Planning received this application in February and a community consultation was

held in June 2015 The applicant appealed to the OMB short circuiting the citys full planning

process Ive directed city staff to attend the OMB and oppose this application A hearing hasnt

yet been scheduled

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For more information please contact John Andreevski (City Planner) at 416-395-7097

or jandreetorontoca

You may also visit the developments website by clicking here

49-51 Lawrence Avenue East and 84 Weybourne Crescent

Applicant Bousfields Inc

Proposal A four-storey stacked townhouse development with 22 residential units in two

blocks

Status An application was received by City Planning in May 2015 A community

consultation was held in late September In November 2015 the applicant appealed

directly to the Ontario Municipal Board

For more information please contact Guy Matthew (City Planner) at 416-395-7102

or gmatthe2torontoca

1888 Bayview Avenue

Applicant Tridel

Proposal The construction of a new 8-storey residential apartment building This is Phase 2 of

a two phase project

Status The application was approved by the Committee of Adjustment in August 2015

For more information please contact Kaitlyn Graham (Assistant Planner) at 416-395-7052

or kgrahamtorontoca

2851 Yonge Street

Applicant RE Millward amp Associates Ltd

Proposal An eight-storey 49 unit rental apartment building

Status City Planning received this application in April 2015 and a community consultation was

held in late September

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For more information please contact Michaelle Corcoran (City Planner) at 416-395-7130

or mcorcortorontoca

100 Broadway

Applicant Broadway Developments Inc

Proposal 34-storey apartment building with 329 residential apartment units

Status An application has been submitted Staffs preliminary report is expected for

January 2016 with a community consultation scheduled shortly afterwards

For more information please contact John Andreevski (City Planner) at 416-395-7097

or jandreetorontoca

169 The Donway West

Applicant Bousfields Inc

Proposal Mixed use development with a 34-storey tower and a 39-storey tower with a 2-

storey connecting base 736 residential units and 3000 square meters of retailoffice

space on the ground floor

Status An application has been submitted Staffs preliminary report is expected in the

coming months

For more information please contact John Lyon (City Planner) at 416-395-7095

or jlyontorontoca

Bayview Avenue Design Guidelines Planning Study

Background Townhouse design guidelines study of Bayview Avenue between Lawrence

Avenue and the 401

Status The Bayview Design Guidelines were passed at the November 2015 North York

Community Council meeting

For more information please contact Guy Matthew (City Planner) at 416-395-7102

or gmatthe2torontoca

You can also finding more information by clicking here

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Midtown in Focus Planning Study

Background A parks open space and st reetscape master plan for the Yonge and Eglinton

neighbourhood

Status Adopted by City Council

For more information please contact Leo DeSorcy (City Planner) at 416-395-7139

or ldesorcytorontoca

You can also finding more information by clicking here

Public Meetings and Events

The Holiday Spirit in Ward 25

December is just around the corner and Torontonians are getting into the holiday spirit

Were fortunate in a city as big as ours to have an abundance of community events and activities for

each member of your family to take part in

This is the time of year when arts and culture thrives and you dont have to look far to find

entertainment for all ages

If youre looking for live music the North York Concert Orchestras presentation of Soireacutees Musicales

is on December 12 This performance led by a talented group of musicians is not to be missed

If youd like to get a head start on your shopping ndash and beat the crowds ndash be sure to visit your local

business improvement area

Many boutiques and shops in the Yonge-Lawrence and Uptown Yonge BIAs participate in

YellowPages Shop the Neighbourhood Day on November 28 This is a great opportunity to support

local businesses and restaurants

If youre looking for local fare to serve at your holiday party be sure to visit the Organic Farmers

Market at the Toronto Botanical Garden This market held every Thursday from 2 to 7 pm offers the

best in local produce prepared food and much more

Outreach to those in need is especially important around the holidays The North York Harvest Food

Bank serves as the primary food bank for North Toronto and in 2014 alone served over 2 million

pounds of food

If youd like to volunteer with their organization or donate to their programs be sure to visit

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wwwnorthyorkharvestcom

No matter what age you are or which activities you choose to take part in enjoy everything your

community has to offer and have a safe and happy holiday season

Uptown Yonge BIA Annual Tree Lighting Ceremony

Date Friday November 27

Time 700 pm

Location St Clements Parkette (14 St Clements Avenue)

Please join the Uptown Yonge BIA as they light up their Christmas tree

For more information please click here

49th Annual Cavalcade of Lights

Date Saturday November 28

Time 600 pm

Location Nathan Phillips Square (100 Queen Street W)

Mark the start of the holiday season by stopping by the 49th Annual Cavalcade of Lights in

Nathan Phillips Square

There is a great line-up of activities for the entire family For more information please click

here

YellowPages Shop the Neighbourhood Day

Date Saturday November 28

Location Participating businesses across Toronto

ShopTheHood is coming up fast Support local businesses in our neighbourhoods on

November 28

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Lawrence Park Community Church Christmas Market

Date Sunday November 29

Time 1130 am to 330 pm

Location Lawrence Park Community Church (2180 Bayview Avenue)

Get into the Christmas spirit by visiting the LPCCs Christmas Market on Sunday November 29

For more information please click here

Tree Planting Strategy Public Meeting and Survey

Date Monday November 30

Time 630 pm to 900 pm

Location Toronto City Hall Committee Room 2 (100 Queen Street W)

The City recognizes the significant community and environmental benefits of our urban forest

and is seeking your input on the development of programs and tools necessary to increase tree

planting on private land

Youre welcome to attend the public meeting above or to contribute your feedback through their

online survey which is available until December 14

For more information please click here

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Toronto Botanical Garden Holiday Market amp Open House

Date Thursday December 3

Time Noon to 900 pm

Location 777 Lawrence Ave E

Be sure to visit the Toronto Botanical Gardens Annual Holiday Market and Open House next

Thursday December 3 Theres no better way to get into the holiday spirit

For more information please click here

Yorkminster Park Baptist Church 7th Annual City Carol Sing

Date Saturday December 5

Time 200 pm

Location 1585 Yonge Street (1 block north of St Clair Avenue)

For more information on this great event and the line-up of special guests please click

here

North York Concert Orchestra Soiregravees Musicales

Date Saturday December 12

Time 800 pm (pre-concert chat at 730 pm)

Location Yorkminster Citadel (1 Lord Seaton Road)

The North York Concert Orchestras 2015-2016 season is now underway Join them for their

presentation of Soiregravees Musicales

For more information and ticket prices please click here

Toronto Botanical Garden Weekly Organic Farmers Market

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Date Every Thursday

Time 200 pm to 700 pm

Location 777 Lawrence Ave E

Head to the TBG on Thursdays to pick up local produce bread meat cheese honey prepared

food and more

For more information please click here

Toronto Public Library Tea amp Movies for Seniors at the Don Mills Branch

Date Friday Afternoons in the New Year

Time 200 pm

Location 888 Lawrence Ave E

The Don Mills Branch will be offering new programs for seniors in the new year including

tea amp movies on Friday afternoons

For more information please click here or call 416-395-5710

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infrastructure including transportation networks water wastewater and energy The final report will

outline what infrastructural improvements would be needed based on projected growth estimates

Expected in Spring 2016 the report will enhance the development review process by providing hard

data on the multiple impacts of intensification in Yonge-Eglinton

The bottom line is that we want to maintain the unique feel of the Yonge-Eglinton neighbourhood and

the characteristics that make it a vibrant community

For updates on the Yonge and Eglinton Growth Built Form and Infrastructure Review click here

Greater Toronto Airports Authority Noise Mitigation Initiatives Engagement Plan

As you may know Toronto Pearson International Airport and the Greater Toronto Airports Authority

(GTAA) started a Noise Mitigation Initiatives Engagement Plan

In 2016 they will be entering into the third phase of this plan which includes public consultation

In the meantime residents can register comments and complaints through Toronto Pearson directly by

contacting the Noise Management Office at 416-247-7682 completing this form or using WebTrak (an

online tracking system that can be used to see arriving and departing flights overhead in your

neighbourhood)

Residents are also invited to participate in Pearsons Community Environment amp Noise Advisory

Committee (CENAC) The committee holds regular meetings where the public is given the opportunity

to discuss and ask questions about noise-related issues

Ward 25 Updates

Splash Guards on the Bayview Bridge

Splash guards have been installed on the Bayview Bridge north of Lawrence

The new splash guards provide safe passage along the bridge for pedestrians in Ward 25 Theyll create

a safer walking route for travel to and from the Crescent School the Toronto French School the York

University Glendon Campus and the Granite Club

Many thanks to Gary Gund Allan Vice and Bruce and Cee Cee Robertson for helping to make this

happen

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Park Updates

Lawrence Park Playground

As mentioned in my previous eNewsletter Parks staff advised that construction on the playground isexpected to begin in Spring 2016

Ill continue to push hard throughout the winter to ensure that this project is prioritized and that shovels

are in the ground as soon as the snow melts

Lord Seaton Park Playground Enhancements

I would like to thank the neighbourhood for attending the public meeting on Thursday November 19

Your input on the upcoming enhancements to this playground is greatly appreciated and I look forwardto posting the final designs on my website as soon as they are available

Mossgrove Park Playground Enhancements

We would like the neighbourhoods input on the conceptual designs for the enhancements of this

playground

We will be organizing a public meeting in the New Year If you havent reached out already but would

like to receive the details when they become available please email my office

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Many thanks to the Grade 12 Politics class from York Mills Collegiate Institute for stopping by City Hall to watch

City Council in action

Yorkminster Park Meals on Wheels

Operating out of the Yorkminster Park Baptist Church at Yonge and St Clair the charity delivers

nutritious meals to the sick elderly and disabled and supports them in their desire to remain at home

and live independently

At present Yorkminster Park Meals on Wheels delivers approximately 12000 hot meals and 20000

frozen meals annually to clients within the North Toronto area While delivering meals to those in need

the volunteers provide a compassionate visit to clients who may not have other social interactions

throughout the day

The charity was founded by volunteers in 1966 and almost 50 years later volunteers continue to be

the backbone of the organization

Charities such as Meals on Wheels rely on the generosity and community spirit of donors

If you would like to make a donation know someone who would benefit from receiving Meals

on Wheels or are interested in volunteer opportunities you may visit their website or contact them via

phone or email

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Phone 416-482-0549

Email infoypmealsonwheelscom

Website wwwypmealsonwheelscom

Many thanks to the local 56th Toronto Cub Scouts for visiting me at City Hall

Blythwood Road Work

Staff have been hard at work resurfacing a section of Blythwood Road east of Mount Pleasant in recent

weeks

Improvements will also be made to the sidewalk and curb including the installation of raised metal

plates called tactile plates at the crosswalk entrance These plates will help alert the visually impaired

that they are entering the road

Finally staff are installing new catch basins to improve drainage and reduce flooding in the valley

The repairs and improvements should be complete by the first week of December weather-permitting

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It was an honour to deliver opening remarks at the Korean Canadian Cultural Associations unveiling of the

Peace Statue

Shop Local Stychin Tyme

Stychin Tyme a small business specializing in mens and womens alternations is moving to Ward 25

Theyll be relocating to 927 Mt Pleasant Road because of a proposed development on Yonge Street

Owner Penny Bedford and her team offer expert tailoring and in some cases can provide you with the

finished product in only a matter of hours

For more information call 416-485-6970

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Jaye welcomes successful small business owner Penny Bedford to the ward

Development Updates

Check out the interactive map on my website with Ward 25s major development proposals and

projects

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88 Erskine Avenue

Applicant Veridoc Developments

Proposal eight-storey 80 unit residential apartments existing 491 unit building on-site will be

maintained

Status Approved by the Ontario Municipal Board (OMB)

101 (99) Erskine and 66 Broadway

Applicant Tridel

Proposal 32-storey 432 unit building the existing apartment building at 66 Broadway will

remain The applicant recently applied to add two storeys resulting in a 34-storey building

Status City Council approved the original application for 32-storeys in October 2012

This new application for the additional two floors will be before the Committee of Adjustment

today November 26

For more information please contact Robert Gibson (Senior Planner) at 416-395-7059

or rgibsontorontoca

18-30 Erskine Avenue

Applicant Pemberton

Proposal 35-storey 300 unit condominium with 153 parking spaces beside John Fisher Public

School

Status The applicant appealed to the Ontario Municipal Board and Ive been working closely with

the local neighborhood organization A mediation session took place in mid-August and the finaldetails will be before City Council in December 2015

For more information please contact Steve Forrester (City Planner) at 416-395-7126

or sforresttorontoca

The Ontario Municipal Board contact for this development is Raymond Borja (Case Coordinator)

and he may be reached at 416-326-5368

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Alaska 2779-2781 Yonge Street 15-17 and 19-21 Strathgowan Avenue

Applicant 165584 Ontario Limited

Proposal 11-storey residential building with 102 condominium units 29 rental replacement units

and ground floor retail

Status Following several revisions the applicant recently appealed to the Ontario Municipal

Board A hearing is scheduled for January 11 2016

For more information please contact John Andreevski (City Planner) at 416-395-7097

or jandreetorontoca

The Ontario Municipal Board contact for this development is Julie Nolan (Case Coordinator) and

she may be reached at 416-326-6782

100 Ranleigh Avenue

Applicant RE Millward amp Associates Ltd

Proposal Four storeys of luxury rental apartments

Status A new application for this site was submitted to City Planning in May 2015

triggering the citys full planning process A community consultation was held on

November 17 2015

For more information please contact John Lyon (City Planner) at 416-395-7095

or jlyontorontoca

888-900 Don Mills Road and 55 Barber Greene Road

Applicant Kwan amp Kwan Limited

Proposal Rezoning to allow relocation of existing on-site banquet hall

Status The application was approved at the Ontario Municipal Board

For more information please contact Guy Matthew (City Planner) at 416-395-7102

or gmatthe2torontoca

740-750 York Mills Road and 17 Farmstead Road

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Applicant Minto

Proposal 260 stacked townhouse units and retention of the three existing rental apartment

buildings

Status Following City Plannings initial community consultation meeting in Fall 2013 the

neighbourhood formed a working group The working group held a series of recent meetings and

recently reached out to the wider neighbourhood with a petition

For more information please contact John Andreevski (City Planner) at 416-395-7097

or jandreetorontoca

You may also contact the working group at yorkmillsleslieworkinggroupgmailcom

16 Kirtling Place

Applicant York-Kirtling Inc

Proposal Six townhouses fronting York Mills Road and one detached house off Kirtling

Status City Planning received this application in August and a community consultation

meeting took place in February 2015 City Plannings final report is expected in the coming

months

For more information please contact Guy Matthew (City Planner) at 416-395-7102

or gmatthe2torontoca

2425-2427 Bayview Avenue

Applicant Urbancorp

Proposal 40 townhouse units

Status Urbancorp purchased the site from Hush and submitted a new application to City

Planning in September 2014 The new application proposes to double the number of townhouses

on the site which were previously approved by the Ontario Municipal Board Urbancorp appealed

to the Ontario Municipal Board short-circuiting city plannings process A hearing is scheduled

for January 4 2016

For more information please contact Guy Matthew (City Planner) at 416-395-7102

or gmatthe2torontoca

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2437 Bayview Avenue

Applicant Larendale Group of Companies

Proposal Two-storey place of worship

Status City Planning received this application in December 2014 and a community consultation

meeting took place in March 2015

For more information please contact Michaelle Corcoran (City Planner) at 416-395-7130

or mcorcortorontoca

103 and 108 Bayview Ridge

Applicant M Behar Planning amp Design Inc

Proposal 11 townhouses fronting Bayview Avenue and four detached houses facing Bayview

Bridge

Status The applicant appealed to the Ontario Municipal Board in late 2013 short circuiting the

citys planning process The application went into mediation last Fall and a hearing was held on

June 1 2015 An OMB decision is expected in the coming months

For more information please contact Guy Matthew (City Planner) at 416-395-7102

or gmatthe2torontoca

The Ontario Municipal Board contact for this development is Julie Nolan (Case Coordinator) and

she may be reached at 416-326-6782

2 Wilket Road

Applicant Goldberg Group

Proposal Seven townhouses fronting Bayview Avenue and a single detached house

fronting Wilket Road

Status The applicant appealed to the Ontario Municipal Board and a hearing is scheduled

for January 18 2016

For more information please contact Guy Matthew (City Planner) at 416-395-7102

or gmatthe2torontoca

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2655-2659 Bayview Avenue and 15 Old Colony Road

Applicant Goldberg Group

Proposal 10 three-storey townhouses fronting Bayview and two detached houses facing

Old Colony Road

Status Following a community consultation in spring 2014 the applicant appealed to the

Ontario Municipal Board A hearing was held on August 26 2015 and an OMB decision is

expected in the coming months

For more information please contact Guy Matthew (City Planner) at 416-395-7102

or gmatthe2torontoca

The Ontario Municipal Board contact for this development is Raymond Borja (Case

Coordinator) and he may be reached at 416-326-5368

1087-1095 Leslie Street (Inn on the Park)

Applicant Tridel

Proposal Four condominium towers with heights of 28 29 24 and 39 storeys containing

1380 units and at-grade commercial space Also proposed are 2 blocks of 3-storey back-

to-back townhouses containing 20 units

Status A community consultation was held in June 2015 and staffs final report can be

expected in the coming months

For more information please contact John Andreevski (City Planner) at 416-395-7097

or jandreetorontoca

You may also visit the developments website by clicking here

200-214 Keewatin Avenue

Applicant 200 Keewatin Developments

Proposal Two 35-storey stacked townhouse blocks comprised of 80 residential units

Status City Planning received this application in February and a community consultation was

held in June 2015 The applicant appealed to the OMB short circuiting the citys full planning

process Ive directed city staff to attend the OMB and oppose this application A hearing hasnt

yet been scheduled

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For more information please contact John Andreevski (City Planner) at 416-395-7097

or jandreetorontoca

You may also visit the developments website by clicking here

49-51 Lawrence Avenue East and 84 Weybourne Crescent

Applicant Bousfields Inc

Proposal A four-storey stacked townhouse development with 22 residential units in two

blocks

Status An application was received by City Planning in May 2015 A community

consultation was held in late September In November 2015 the applicant appealed

directly to the Ontario Municipal Board

For more information please contact Guy Matthew (City Planner) at 416-395-7102

or gmatthe2torontoca

1888 Bayview Avenue

Applicant Tridel

Proposal The construction of a new 8-storey residential apartment building This is Phase 2 of

a two phase project

Status The application was approved by the Committee of Adjustment in August 2015

For more information please contact Kaitlyn Graham (Assistant Planner) at 416-395-7052

or kgrahamtorontoca

2851 Yonge Street

Applicant RE Millward amp Associates Ltd

Proposal An eight-storey 49 unit rental apartment building

Status City Planning received this application in April 2015 and a community consultation was

held in late September

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For more information please contact Michaelle Corcoran (City Planner) at 416-395-7130

or mcorcortorontoca

100 Broadway

Applicant Broadway Developments Inc

Proposal 34-storey apartment building with 329 residential apartment units

Status An application has been submitted Staffs preliminary report is expected for

January 2016 with a community consultation scheduled shortly afterwards

For more information please contact John Andreevski (City Planner) at 416-395-7097

or jandreetorontoca

169 The Donway West

Applicant Bousfields Inc

Proposal Mixed use development with a 34-storey tower and a 39-storey tower with a 2-

storey connecting base 736 residential units and 3000 square meters of retailoffice

space on the ground floor

Status An application has been submitted Staffs preliminary report is expected in the

coming months

For more information please contact John Lyon (City Planner) at 416-395-7095

or jlyontorontoca

Bayview Avenue Design Guidelines Planning Study

Background Townhouse design guidelines study of Bayview Avenue between Lawrence

Avenue and the 401

Status The Bayview Design Guidelines were passed at the November 2015 North York

Community Council meeting

For more information please contact Guy Matthew (City Planner) at 416-395-7102

or gmatthe2torontoca

You can also finding more information by clicking here

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Midtown in Focus Planning Study

Background A parks open space and st reetscape master plan for the Yonge and Eglinton

neighbourhood

Status Adopted by City Council

For more information please contact Leo DeSorcy (City Planner) at 416-395-7139

or ldesorcytorontoca

You can also finding more information by clicking here

Public Meetings and Events

The Holiday Spirit in Ward 25

December is just around the corner and Torontonians are getting into the holiday spirit

Were fortunate in a city as big as ours to have an abundance of community events and activities for

each member of your family to take part in

This is the time of year when arts and culture thrives and you dont have to look far to find

entertainment for all ages

If youre looking for live music the North York Concert Orchestras presentation of Soireacutees Musicales

is on December 12 This performance led by a talented group of musicians is not to be missed

If youd like to get a head start on your shopping ndash and beat the crowds ndash be sure to visit your local

business improvement area

Many boutiques and shops in the Yonge-Lawrence and Uptown Yonge BIAs participate in

YellowPages Shop the Neighbourhood Day on November 28 This is a great opportunity to support

local businesses and restaurants

If youre looking for local fare to serve at your holiday party be sure to visit the Organic Farmers

Market at the Toronto Botanical Garden This market held every Thursday from 2 to 7 pm offers the

best in local produce prepared food and much more

Outreach to those in need is especially important around the holidays The North York Harvest Food

Bank serves as the primary food bank for North Toronto and in 2014 alone served over 2 million

pounds of food

If youd like to volunteer with their organization or donate to their programs be sure to visit

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wwwnorthyorkharvestcom

No matter what age you are or which activities you choose to take part in enjoy everything your

community has to offer and have a safe and happy holiday season

Uptown Yonge BIA Annual Tree Lighting Ceremony

Date Friday November 27

Time 700 pm

Location St Clements Parkette (14 St Clements Avenue)

Please join the Uptown Yonge BIA as they light up their Christmas tree

For more information please click here

49th Annual Cavalcade of Lights

Date Saturday November 28

Time 600 pm

Location Nathan Phillips Square (100 Queen Street W)

Mark the start of the holiday season by stopping by the 49th Annual Cavalcade of Lights in

Nathan Phillips Square

There is a great line-up of activities for the entire family For more information please click

here

YellowPages Shop the Neighbourhood Day

Date Saturday November 28

Location Participating businesses across Toronto

ShopTheHood is coming up fast Support local businesses in our neighbourhoods on

November 28

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Lawrence Park Community Church Christmas Market

Date Sunday November 29

Time 1130 am to 330 pm

Location Lawrence Park Community Church (2180 Bayview Avenue)

Get into the Christmas spirit by visiting the LPCCs Christmas Market on Sunday November 29

For more information please click here

Tree Planting Strategy Public Meeting and Survey

Date Monday November 30

Time 630 pm to 900 pm

Location Toronto City Hall Committee Room 2 (100 Queen Street W)

The City recognizes the significant community and environmental benefits of our urban forest

and is seeking your input on the development of programs and tools necessary to increase tree

planting on private land

Youre welcome to attend the public meeting above or to contribute your feedback through their

online survey which is available until December 14

For more information please click here

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Toronto Botanical Garden Holiday Market amp Open House

Date Thursday December 3

Time Noon to 900 pm

Location 777 Lawrence Ave E

Be sure to visit the Toronto Botanical Gardens Annual Holiday Market and Open House next

Thursday December 3 Theres no better way to get into the holiday spirit

For more information please click here

Yorkminster Park Baptist Church 7th Annual City Carol Sing

Date Saturday December 5

Time 200 pm

Location 1585 Yonge Street (1 block north of St Clair Avenue)

For more information on this great event and the line-up of special guests please click

here

North York Concert Orchestra Soiregravees Musicales

Date Saturday December 12

Time 800 pm (pre-concert chat at 730 pm)

Location Yorkminster Citadel (1 Lord Seaton Road)

The North York Concert Orchestras 2015-2016 season is now underway Join them for their

presentation of Soiregravees Musicales

For more information and ticket prices please click here

Toronto Botanical Garden Weekly Organic Farmers Market

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Date Every Thursday

Time 200 pm to 700 pm

Location 777 Lawrence Ave E

Head to the TBG on Thursdays to pick up local produce bread meat cheese honey prepared

food and more

For more information please click here

Toronto Public Library Tea amp Movies for Seniors at the Don Mills Branch

Date Friday Afternoons in the New Year

Time 200 pm

Location 888 Lawrence Ave E

The Don Mills Branch will be offering new programs for seniors in the new year including

tea amp movies on Friday afternoons

For more information please click here or call 416-395-5710

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Park Updates

Lawrence Park Playground

As mentioned in my previous eNewsletter Parks staff advised that construction on the playground isexpected to begin in Spring 2016

Ill continue to push hard throughout the winter to ensure that this project is prioritized and that shovels

are in the ground as soon as the snow melts

Lord Seaton Park Playground Enhancements

I would like to thank the neighbourhood for attending the public meeting on Thursday November 19

Your input on the upcoming enhancements to this playground is greatly appreciated and I look forwardto posting the final designs on my website as soon as they are available

Mossgrove Park Playground Enhancements

We would like the neighbourhoods input on the conceptual designs for the enhancements of this

playground

We will be organizing a public meeting in the New Year If you havent reached out already but would

like to receive the details when they become available please email my office

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Many thanks to the Grade 12 Politics class from York Mills Collegiate Institute for stopping by City Hall to watch

City Council in action

Yorkminster Park Meals on Wheels

Operating out of the Yorkminster Park Baptist Church at Yonge and St Clair the charity delivers

nutritious meals to the sick elderly and disabled and supports them in their desire to remain at home

and live independently

At present Yorkminster Park Meals on Wheels delivers approximately 12000 hot meals and 20000

frozen meals annually to clients within the North Toronto area While delivering meals to those in need

the volunteers provide a compassionate visit to clients who may not have other social interactions

throughout the day

The charity was founded by volunteers in 1966 and almost 50 years later volunteers continue to be

the backbone of the organization

Charities such as Meals on Wheels rely on the generosity and community spirit of donors

If you would like to make a donation know someone who would benefit from receiving Meals

on Wheels or are interested in volunteer opportunities you may visit their website or contact them via

phone or email

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Phone 416-482-0549

Email infoypmealsonwheelscom

Website wwwypmealsonwheelscom

Many thanks to the local 56th Toronto Cub Scouts for visiting me at City Hall

Blythwood Road Work

Staff have been hard at work resurfacing a section of Blythwood Road east of Mount Pleasant in recent

weeks

Improvements will also be made to the sidewalk and curb including the installation of raised metal

plates called tactile plates at the crosswalk entrance These plates will help alert the visually impaired

that they are entering the road

Finally staff are installing new catch basins to improve drainage and reduce flooding in the valley

The repairs and improvements should be complete by the first week of December weather-permitting

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It was an honour to deliver opening remarks at the Korean Canadian Cultural Associations unveiling of the

Peace Statue

Shop Local Stychin Tyme

Stychin Tyme a small business specializing in mens and womens alternations is moving to Ward 25

Theyll be relocating to 927 Mt Pleasant Road because of a proposed development on Yonge Street

Owner Penny Bedford and her team offer expert tailoring and in some cases can provide you with the

finished product in only a matter of hours

For more information call 416-485-6970

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Jaye welcomes successful small business owner Penny Bedford to the ward

Development Updates

Check out the interactive map on my website with Ward 25s major development proposals and

projects

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88 Erskine Avenue

Applicant Veridoc Developments

Proposal eight-storey 80 unit residential apartments existing 491 unit building on-site will be

maintained

Status Approved by the Ontario Municipal Board (OMB)

101 (99) Erskine and 66 Broadway

Applicant Tridel

Proposal 32-storey 432 unit building the existing apartment building at 66 Broadway will

remain The applicant recently applied to add two storeys resulting in a 34-storey building

Status City Council approved the original application for 32-storeys in October 2012

This new application for the additional two floors will be before the Committee of Adjustment

today November 26

For more information please contact Robert Gibson (Senior Planner) at 416-395-7059

or rgibsontorontoca

18-30 Erskine Avenue

Applicant Pemberton

Proposal 35-storey 300 unit condominium with 153 parking spaces beside John Fisher Public

School

Status The applicant appealed to the Ontario Municipal Board and Ive been working closely with

the local neighborhood organization A mediation session took place in mid-August and the finaldetails will be before City Council in December 2015

For more information please contact Steve Forrester (City Planner) at 416-395-7126

or sforresttorontoca

The Ontario Municipal Board contact for this development is Raymond Borja (Case Coordinator)

and he may be reached at 416-326-5368

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Alaska 2779-2781 Yonge Street 15-17 and 19-21 Strathgowan Avenue

Applicant 165584 Ontario Limited

Proposal 11-storey residential building with 102 condominium units 29 rental replacement units

and ground floor retail

Status Following several revisions the applicant recently appealed to the Ontario Municipal

Board A hearing is scheduled for January 11 2016

For more information please contact John Andreevski (City Planner) at 416-395-7097

or jandreetorontoca

The Ontario Municipal Board contact for this development is Julie Nolan (Case Coordinator) and

she may be reached at 416-326-6782

100 Ranleigh Avenue

Applicant RE Millward amp Associates Ltd

Proposal Four storeys of luxury rental apartments

Status A new application for this site was submitted to City Planning in May 2015

triggering the citys full planning process A community consultation was held on

November 17 2015

For more information please contact John Lyon (City Planner) at 416-395-7095

or jlyontorontoca

888-900 Don Mills Road and 55 Barber Greene Road

Applicant Kwan amp Kwan Limited

Proposal Rezoning to allow relocation of existing on-site banquet hall

Status The application was approved at the Ontario Municipal Board

For more information please contact Guy Matthew (City Planner) at 416-395-7102

or gmatthe2torontoca

740-750 York Mills Road and 17 Farmstead Road

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Applicant Minto

Proposal 260 stacked townhouse units and retention of the three existing rental apartment

buildings

Status Following City Plannings initial community consultation meeting in Fall 2013 the

neighbourhood formed a working group The working group held a series of recent meetings and

recently reached out to the wider neighbourhood with a petition

For more information please contact John Andreevski (City Planner) at 416-395-7097

or jandreetorontoca

You may also contact the working group at yorkmillsleslieworkinggroupgmailcom

16 Kirtling Place

Applicant York-Kirtling Inc

Proposal Six townhouses fronting York Mills Road and one detached house off Kirtling

Status City Planning received this application in August and a community consultation

meeting took place in February 2015 City Plannings final report is expected in the coming

months

For more information please contact Guy Matthew (City Planner) at 416-395-7102

or gmatthe2torontoca

2425-2427 Bayview Avenue

Applicant Urbancorp

Proposal 40 townhouse units

Status Urbancorp purchased the site from Hush and submitted a new application to City

Planning in September 2014 The new application proposes to double the number of townhouses

on the site which were previously approved by the Ontario Municipal Board Urbancorp appealed

to the Ontario Municipal Board short-circuiting city plannings process A hearing is scheduled

for January 4 2016

For more information please contact Guy Matthew (City Planner) at 416-395-7102

or gmatthe2torontoca

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2437 Bayview Avenue

Applicant Larendale Group of Companies

Proposal Two-storey place of worship

Status City Planning received this application in December 2014 and a community consultation

meeting took place in March 2015

For more information please contact Michaelle Corcoran (City Planner) at 416-395-7130

or mcorcortorontoca

103 and 108 Bayview Ridge

Applicant M Behar Planning amp Design Inc

Proposal 11 townhouses fronting Bayview Avenue and four detached houses facing Bayview

Bridge

Status The applicant appealed to the Ontario Municipal Board in late 2013 short circuiting the

citys planning process The application went into mediation last Fall and a hearing was held on

June 1 2015 An OMB decision is expected in the coming months

For more information please contact Guy Matthew (City Planner) at 416-395-7102

or gmatthe2torontoca

The Ontario Municipal Board contact for this development is Julie Nolan (Case Coordinator) and

she may be reached at 416-326-6782

2 Wilket Road

Applicant Goldberg Group

Proposal Seven townhouses fronting Bayview Avenue and a single detached house

fronting Wilket Road

Status The applicant appealed to the Ontario Municipal Board and a hearing is scheduled

for January 18 2016

For more information please contact Guy Matthew (City Planner) at 416-395-7102

or gmatthe2torontoca

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2655-2659 Bayview Avenue and 15 Old Colony Road

Applicant Goldberg Group

Proposal 10 three-storey townhouses fronting Bayview and two detached houses facing

Old Colony Road

Status Following a community consultation in spring 2014 the applicant appealed to the

Ontario Municipal Board A hearing was held on August 26 2015 and an OMB decision is

expected in the coming months

For more information please contact Guy Matthew (City Planner) at 416-395-7102

or gmatthe2torontoca

The Ontario Municipal Board contact for this development is Raymond Borja (Case

Coordinator) and he may be reached at 416-326-5368

1087-1095 Leslie Street (Inn on the Park)

Applicant Tridel

Proposal Four condominium towers with heights of 28 29 24 and 39 storeys containing

1380 units and at-grade commercial space Also proposed are 2 blocks of 3-storey back-

to-back townhouses containing 20 units

Status A community consultation was held in June 2015 and staffs final report can be

expected in the coming months

For more information please contact John Andreevski (City Planner) at 416-395-7097

or jandreetorontoca

You may also visit the developments website by clicking here

200-214 Keewatin Avenue

Applicant 200 Keewatin Developments

Proposal Two 35-storey stacked townhouse blocks comprised of 80 residential units

Status City Planning received this application in February and a community consultation was

held in June 2015 The applicant appealed to the OMB short circuiting the citys full planning

process Ive directed city staff to attend the OMB and oppose this application A hearing hasnt

yet been scheduled

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For more information please contact John Andreevski (City Planner) at 416-395-7097

or jandreetorontoca

You may also visit the developments website by clicking here

49-51 Lawrence Avenue East and 84 Weybourne Crescent

Applicant Bousfields Inc

Proposal A four-storey stacked townhouse development with 22 residential units in two

blocks

Status An application was received by City Planning in May 2015 A community

consultation was held in late September In November 2015 the applicant appealed

directly to the Ontario Municipal Board

For more information please contact Guy Matthew (City Planner) at 416-395-7102

or gmatthe2torontoca

1888 Bayview Avenue

Applicant Tridel

Proposal The construction of a new 8-storey residential apartment building This is Phase 2 of

a two phase project

Status The application was approved by the Committee of Adjustment in August 2015

For more information please contact Kaitlyn Graham (Assistant Planner) at 416-395-7052

or kgrahamtorontoca

2851 Yonge Street

Applicant RE Millward amp Associates Ltd

Proposal An eight-storey 49 unit rental apartment building

Status City Planning received this application in April 2015 and a community consultation was

held in late September

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For more information please contact Michaelle Corcoran (City Planner) at 416-395-7130

or mcorcortorontoca

100 Broadway

Applicant Broadway Developments Inc

Proposal 34-storey apartment building with 329 residential apartment units

Status An application has been submitted Staffs preliminary report is expected for

January 2016 with a community consultation scheduled shortly afterwards

For more information please contact John Andreevski (City Planner) at 416-395-7097

or jandreetorontoca

169 The Donway West

Applicant Bousfields Inc

Proposal Mixed use development with a 34-storey tower and a 39-storey tower with a 2-

storey connecting base 736 residential units and 3000 square meters of retailoffice

space on the ground floor

Status An application has been submitted Staffs preliminary report is expected in the

coming months

For more information please contact John Lyon (City Planner) at 416-395-7095

or jlyontorontoca

Bayview Avenue Design Guidelines Planning Study

Background Townhouse design guidelines study of Bayview Avenue between Lawrence

Avenue and the 401

Status The Bayview Design Guidelines were passed at the November 2015 North York

Community Council meeting

For more information please contact Guy Matthew (City Planner) at 416-395-7102

or gmatthe2torontoca

You can also finding more information by clicking here

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Midtown in Focus Planning Study

Background A parks open space and st reetscape master plan for the Yonge and Eglinton

neighbourhood

Status Adopted by City Council

For more information please contact Leo DeSorcy (City Planner) at 416-395-7139

or ldesorcytorontoca

You can also finding more information by clicking here

Public Meetings and Events

The Holiday Spirit in Ward 25

December is just around the corner and Torontonians are getting into the holiday spirit

Were fortunate in a city as big as ours to have an abundance of community events and activities for

each member of your family to take part in

This is the time of year when arts and culture thrives and you dont have to look far to find

entertainment for all ages

If youre looking for live music the North York Concert Orchestras presentation of Soireacutees Musicales

is on December 12 This performance led by a talented group of musicians is not to be missed

If youd like to get a head start on your shopping ndash and beat the crowds ndash be sure to visit your local

business improvement area

Many boutiques and shops in the Yonge-Lawrence and Uptown Yonge BIAs participate in

YellowPages Shop the Neighbourhood Day on November 28 This is a great opportunity to support

local businesses and restaurants

If youre looking for local fare to serve at your holiday party be sure to visit the Organic Farmers

Market at the Toronto Botanical Garden This market held every Thursday from 2 to 7 pm offers the

best in local produce prepared food and much more

Outreach to those in need is especially important around the holidays The North York Harvest Food

Bank serves as the primary food bank for North Toronto and in 2014 alone served over 2 million

pounds of food

If youd like to volunteer with their organization or donate to their programs be sure to visit

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wwwnorthyorkharvestcom

No matter what age you are or which activities you choose to take part in enjoy everything your

community has to offer and have a safe and happy holiday season

Uptown Yonge BIA Annual Tree Lighting Ceremony

Date Friday November 27

Time 700 pm

Location St Clements Parkette (14 St Clements Avenue)

Please join the Uptown Yonge BIA as they light up their Christmas tree

For more information please click here

49th Annual Cavalcade of Lights

Date Saturday November 28

Time 600 pm

Location Nathan Phillips Square (100 Queen Street W)

Mark the start of the holiday season by stopping by the 49th Annual Cavalcade of Lights in

Nathan Phillips Square

There is a great line-up of activities for the entire family For more information please click

here

YellowPages Shop the Neighbourhood Day

Date Saturday November 28

Location Participating businesses across Toronto

ShopTheHood is coming up fast Support local businesses in our neighbourhoods on

November 28

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Lawrence Park Community Church Christmas Market

Date Sunday November 29

Time 1130 am to 330 pm

Location Lawrence Park Community Church (2180 Bayview Avenue)

Get into the Christmas spirit by visiting the LPCCs Christmas Market on Sunday November 29

For more information please click here

Tree Planting Strategy Public Meeting and Survey

Date Monday November 30

Time 630 pm to 900 pm

Location Toronto City Hall Committee Room 2 (100 Queen Street W)

The City recognizes the significant community and environmental benefits of our urban forest

and is seeking your input on the development of programs and tools necessary to increase tree

planting on private land

Youre welcome to attend the public meeting above or to contribute your feedback through their

online survey which is available until December 14

For more information please click here

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Toronto Botanical Garden Holiday Market amp Open House

Date Thursday December 3

Time Noon to 900 pm

Location 777 Lawrence Ave E

Be sure to visit the Toronto Botanical Gardens Annual Holiday Market and Open House next

Thursday December 3 Theres no better way to get into the holiday spirit

For more information please click here

Yorkminster Park Baptist Church 7th Annual City Carol Sing

Date Saturday December 5

Time 200 pm

Location 1585 Yonge Street (1 block north of St Clair Avenue)

For more information on this great event and the line-up of special guests please click

here

North York Concert Orchestra Soiregravees Musicales

Date Saturday December 12

Time 800 pm (pre-concert chat at 730 pm)

Location Yorkminster Citadel (1 Lord Seaton Road)

The North York Concert Orchestras 2015-2016 season is now underway Join them for their

presentation of Soiregravees Musicales

For more information and ticket prices please click here

Toronto Botanical Garden Weekly Organic Farmers Market

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Date Every Thursday

Time 200 pm to 700 pm

Location 777 Lawrence Ave E

Head to the TBG on Thursdays to pick up local produce bread meat cheese honey prepared

food and more

For more information please click here

Toronto Public Library Tea amp Movies for Seniors at the Don Mills Branch

Date Friday Afternoons in the New Year

Time 200 pm

Location 888 Lawrence Ave E

The Don Mills Branch will be offering new programs for seniors in the new year including

tea amp movies on Friday afternoons

For more information please click here or call 416-395-5710

Copyright copy 2015 Toronto City Councillor Jaye Robinson All rights reserved

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Many thanks to the Grade 12 Politics class from York Mills Collegiate Institute for stopping by City Hall to watch

City Council in action

Yorkminster Park Meals on Wheels

Operating out of the Yorkminster Park Baptist Church at Yonge and St Clair the charity delivers

nutritious meals to the sick elderly and disabled and supports them in their desire to remain at home

and live independently

At present Yorkminster Park Meals on Wheels delivers approximately 12000 hot meals and 20000

frozen meals annually to clients within the North Toronto area While delivering meals to those in need

the volunteers provide a compassionate visit to clients who may not have other social interactions

throughout the day

The charity was founded by volunteers in 1966 and almost 50 years later volunteers continue to be

the backbone of the organization

Charities such as Meals on Wheels rely on the generosity and community spirit of donors

If you would like to make a donation know someone who would benefit from receiving Meals

on Wheels or are interested in volunteer opportunities you may visit their website or contact them via

phone or email

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Phone 416-482-0549

Email infoypmealsonwheelscom

Website wwwypmealsonwheelscom

Many thanks to the local 56th Toronto Cub Scouts for visiting me at City Hall

Blythwood Road Work

Staff have been hard at work resurfacing a section of Blythwood Road east of Mount Pleasant in recent

weeks

Improvements will also be made to the sidewalk and curb including the installation of raised metal

plates called tactile plates at the crosswalk entrance These plates will help alert the visually impaired

that they are entering the road

Finally staff are installing new catch basins to improve drainage and reduce flooding in the valley

The repairs and improvements should be complete by the first week of December weather-permitting

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It was an honour to deliver opening remarks at the Korean Canadian Cultural Associations unveiling of the

Peace Statue

Shop Local Stychin Tyme

Stychin Tyme a small business specializing in mens and womens alternations is moving to Ward 25

Theyll be relocating to 927 Mt Pleasant Road because of a proposed development on Yonge Street

Owner Penny Bedford and her team offer expert tailoring and in some cases can provide you with the

finished product in only a matter of hours

For more information call 416-485-6970

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Jaye welcomes successful small business owner Penny Bedford to the ward

Development Updates

Check out the interactive map on my website with Ward 25s major development proposals and

projects

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88 Erskine Avenue

Applicant Veridoc Developments

Proposal eight-storey 80 unit residential apartments existing 491 unit building on-site will be

maintained

Status Approved by the Ontario Municipal Board (OMB)

101 (99) Erskine and 66 Broadway

Applicant Tridel

Proposal 32-storey 432 unit building the existing apartment building at 66 Broadway will

remain The applicant recently applied to add two storeys resulting in a 34-storey building

Status City Council approved the original application for 32-storeys in October 2012

This new application for the additional two floors will be before the Committee of Adjustment

today November 26

For more information please contact Robert Gibson (Senior Planner) at 416-395-7059

or rgibsontorontoca

18-30 Erskine Avenue

Applicant Pemberton

Proposal 35-storey 300 unit condominium with 153 parking spaces beside John Fisher Public

School

Status The applicant appealed to the Ontario Municipal Board and Ive been working closely with

the local neighborhood organization A mediation session took place in mid-August and the finaldetails will be before City Council in December 2015

For more information please contact Steve Forrester (City Planner) at 416-395-7126

or sforresttorontoca

The Ontario Municipal Board contact for this development is Raymond Borja (Case Coordinator)

and he may be reached at 416-326-5368

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Alaska 2779-2781 Yonge Street 15-17 and 19-21 Strathgowan Avenue

Applicant 165584 Ontario Limited

Proposal 11-storey residential building with 102 condominium units 29 rental replacement units

and ground floor retail

Status Following several revisions the applicant recently appealed to the Ontario Municipal

Board A hearing is scheduled for January 11 2016

For more information please contact John Andreevski (City Planner) at 416-395-7097

or jandreetorontoca

The Ontario Municipal Board contact for this development is Julie Nolan (Case Coordinator) and

she may be reached at 416-326-6782

100 Ranleigh Avenue

Applicant RE Millward amp Associates Ltd

Proposal Four storeys of luxury rental apartments

Status A new application for this site was submitted to City Planning in May 2015

triggering the citys full planning process A community consultation was held on

November 17 2015

For more information please contact John Lyon (City Planner) at 416-395-7095

or jlyontorontoca

888-900 Don Mills Road and 55 Barber Greene Road

Applicant Kwan amp Kwan Limited

Proposal Rezoning to allow relocation of existing on-site banquet hall

Status The application was approved at the Ontario Municipal Board

For more information please contact Guy Matthew (City Planner) at 416-395-7102

or gmatthe2torontoca

740-750 York Mills Road and 17 Farmstead Road

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Applicant Minto

Proposal 260 stacked townhouse units and retention of the three existing rental apartment

buildings

Status Following City Plannings initial community consultation meeting in Fall 2013 the

neighbourhood formed a working group The working group held a series of recent meetings and

recently reached out to the wider neighbourhood with a petition

For more information please contact John Andreevski (City Planner) at 416-395-7097

or jandreetorontoca

You may also contact the working group at yorkmillsleslieworkinggroupgmailcom

16 Kirtling Place

Applicant York-Kirtling Inc

Proposal Six townhouses fronting York Mills Road and one detached house off Kirtling

Status City Planning received this application in August and a community consultation

meeting took place in February 2015 City Plannings final report is expected in the coming

months

For more information please contact Guy Matthew (City Planner) at 416-395-7102

or gmatthe2torontoca

2425-2427 Bayview Avenue

Applicant Urbancorp

Proposal 40 townhouse units

Status Urbancorp purchased the site from Hush and submitted a new application to City

Planning in September 2014 The new application proposes to double the number of townhouses

on the site which were previously approved by the Ontario Municipal Board Urbancorp appealed

to the Ontario Municipal Board short-circuiting city plannings process A hearing is scheduled

for January 4 2016

For more information please contact Guy Matthew (City Planner) at 416-395-7102

or gmatthe2torontoca

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2437 Bayview Avenue

Applicant Larendale Group of Companies

Proposal Two-storey place of worship

Status City Planning received this application in December 2014 and a community consultation

meeting took place in March 2015

For more information please contact Michaelle Corcoran (City Planner) at 416-395-7130

or mcorcortorontoca

103 and 108 Bayview Ridge

Applicant M Behar Planning amp Design Inc

Proposal 11 townhouses fronting Bayview Avenue and four detached houses facing Bayview

Bridge

Status The applicant appealed to the Ontario Municipal Board in late 2013 short circuiting the

citys planning process The application went into mediation last Fall and a hearing was held on

June 1 2015 An OMB decision is expected in the coming months

For more information please contact Guy Matthew (City Planner) at 416-395-7102

or gmatthe2torontoca

The Ontario Municipal Board contact for this development is Julie Nolan (Case Coordinator) and

she may be reached at 416-326-6782

2 Wilket Road

Applicant Goldberg Group

Proposal Seven townhouses fronting Bayview Avenue and a single detached house

fronting Wilket Road

Status The applicant appealed to the Ontario Municipal Board and a hearing is scheduled

for January 18 2016

For more information please contact Guy Matthew (City Planner) at 416-395-7102

or gmatthe2torontoca

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2655-2659 Bayview Avenue and 15 Old Colony Road

Applicant Goldberg Group

Proposal 10 three-storey townhouses fronting Bayview and two detached houses facing

Old Colony Road

Status Following a community consultation in spring 2014 the applicant appealed to the

Ontario Municipal Board A hearing was held on August 26 2015 and an OMB decision is

expected in the coming months

For more information please contact Guy Matthew (City Planner) at 416-395-7102

or gmatthe2torontoca

The Ontario Municipal Board contact for this development is Raymond Borja (Case

Coordinator) and he may be reached at 416-326-5368

1087-1095 Leslie Street (Inn on the Park)

Applicant Tridel

Proposal Four condominium towers with heights of 28 29 24 and 39 storeys containing

1380 units and at-grade commercial space Also proposed are 2 blocks of 3-storey back-

to-back townhouses containing 20 units

Status A community consultation was held in June 2015 and staffs final report can be

expected in the coming months

For more information please contact John Andreevski (City Planner) at 416-395-7097

or jandreetorontoca

You may also visit the developments website by clicking here

200-214 Keewatin Avenue

Applicant 200 Keewatin Developments

Proposal Two 35-storey stacked townhouse blocks comprised of 80 residential units

Status City Planning received this application in February and a community consultation was

held in June 2015 The applicant appealed to the OMB short circuiting the citys full planning

process Ive directed city staff to attend the OMB and oppose this application A hearing hasnt

yet been scheduled

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For more information please contact John Andreevski (City Planner) at 416-395-7097

or jandreetorontoca

You may also visit the developments website by clicking here

49-51 Lawrence Avenue East and 84 Weybourne Crescent

Applicant Bousfields Inc

Proposal A four-storey stacked townhouse development with 22 residential units in two

blocks

Status An application was received by City Planning in May 2015 A community

consultation was held in late September In November 2015 the applicant appealed

directly to the Ontario Municipal Board

For more information please contact Guy Matthew (City Planner) at 416-395-7102

or gmatthe2torontoca

1888 Bayview Avenue

Applicant Tridel

Proposal The construction of a new 8-storey residential apartment building This is Phase 2 of

a two phase project

Status The application was approved by the Committee of Adjustment in August 2015

For more information please contact Kaitlyn Graham (Assistant Planner) at 416-395-7052

or kgrahamtorontoca

2851 Yonge Street

Applicant RE Millward amp Associates Ltd

Proposal An eight-storey 49 unit rental apartment building

Status City Planning received this application in April 2015 and a community consultation was

held in late September

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For more information please contact Michaelle Corcoran (City Planner) at 416-395-7130

or mcorcortorontoca

100 Broadway

Applicant Broadway Developments Inc

Proposal 34-storey apartment building with 329 residential apartment units

Status An application has been submitted Staffs preliminary report is expected for

January 2016 with a community consultation scheduled shortly afterwards

For more information please contact John Andreevski (City Planner) at 416-395-7097

or jandreetorontoca

169 The Donway West

Applicant Bousfields Inc

Proposal Mixed use development with a 34-storey tower and a 39-storey tower with a 2-

storey connecting base 736 residential units and 3000 square meters of retailoffice

space on the ground floor

Status An application has been submitted Staffs preliminary report is expected in the

coming months

For more information please contact John Lyon (City Planner) at 416-395-7095

or jlyontorontoca

Bayview Avenue Design Guidelines Planning Study

Background Townhouse design guidelines study of Bayview Avenue between Lawrence

Avenue and the 401

Status The Bayview Design Guidelines were passed at the November 2015 North York

Community Council meeting

For more information please contact Guy Matthew (City Planner) at 416-395-7102

or gmatthe2torontoca

You can also finding more information by clicking here

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Midtown in Focus Planning Study

Background A parks open space and st reetscape master plan for the Yonge and Eglinton

neighbourhood

Status Adopted by City Council

For more information please contact Leo DeSorcy (City Planner) at 416-395-7139

or ldesorcytorontoca

You can also finding more information by clicking here

Public Meetings and Events

The Holiday Spirit in Ward 25

December is just around the corner and Torontonians are getting into the holiday spirit

Were fortunate in a city as big as ours to have an abundance of community events and activities for

each member of your family to take part in

This is the time of year when arts and culture thrives and you dont have to look far to find

entertainment for all ages

If youre looking for live music the North York Concert Orchestras presentation of Soireacutees Musicales

is on December 12 This performance led by a talented group of musicians is not to be missed

If youd like to get a head start on your shopping ndash and beat the crowds ndash be sure to visit your local

business improvement area

Many boutiques and shops in the Yonge-Lawrence and Uptown Yonge BIAs participate in

YellowPages Shop the Neighbourhood Day on November 28 This is a great opportunity to support

local businesses and restaurants

If youre looking for local fare to serve at your holiday party be sure to visit the Organic Farmers

Market at the Toronto Botanical Garden This market held every Thursday from 2 to 7 pm offers the

best in local produce prepared food and much more

Outreach to those in need is especially important around the holidays The North York Harvest Food

Bank serves as the primary food bank for North Toronto and in 2014 alone served over 2 million

pounds of food

If youd like to volunteer with their organization or donate to their programs be sure to visit

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wwwnorthyorkharvestcom

No matter what age you are or which activities you choose to take part in enjoy everything your

community has to offer and have a safe and happy holiday season

Uptown Yonge BIA Annual Tree Lighting Ceremony

Date Friday November 27

Time 700 pm

Location St Clements Parkette (14 St Clements Avenue)

Please join the Uptown Yonge BIA as they light up their Christmas tree

For more information please click here

49th Annual Cavalcade of Lights

Date Saturday November 28

Time 600 pm

Location Nathan Phillips Square (100 Queen Street W)

Mark the start of the holiday season by stopping by the 49th Annual Cavalcade of Lights in

Nathan Phillips Square

There is a great line-up of activities for the entire family For more information please click

here

YellowPages Shop the Neighbourhood Day

Date Saturday November 28

Location Participating businesses across Toronto

ShopTheHood is coming up fast Support local businesses in our neighbourhoods on

November 28

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Lawrence Park Community Church Christmas Market

Date Sunday November 29

Time 1130 am to 330 pm

Location Lawrence Park Community Church (2180 Bayview Avenue)

Get into the Christmas spirit by visiting the LPCCs Christmas Market on Sunday November 29

For more information please click here

Tree Planting Strategy Public Meeting and Survey

Date Monday November 30

Time 630 pm to 900 pm

Location Toronto City Hall Committee Room 2 (100 Queen Street W)

The City recognizes the significant community and environmental benefits of our urban forest

and is seeking your input on the development of programs and tools necessary to increase tree

planting on private land

Youre welcome to attend the public meeting above or to contribute your feedback through their

online survey which is available until December 14

For more information please click here

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Toronto Botanical Garden Holiday Market amp Open House

Date Thursday December 3

Time Noon to 900 pm

Location 777 Lawrence Ave E

Be sure to visit the Toronto Botanical Gardens Annual Holiday Market and Open House next

Thursday December 3 Theres no better way to get into the holiday spirit

For more information please click here

Yorkminster Park Baptist Church 7th Annual City Carol Sing

Date Saturday December 5

Time 200 pm

Location 1585 Yonge Street (1 block north of St Clair Avenue)

For more information on this great event and the line-up of special guests please click

here

North York Concert Orchestra Soiregravees Musicales

Date Saturday December 12

Time 800 pm (pre-concert chat at 730 pm)

Location Yorkminster Citadel (1 Lord Seaton Road)

The North York Concert Orchestras 2015-2016 season is now underway Join them for their

presentation of Soiregravees Musicales

For more information and ticket prices please click here

Toronto Botanical Garden Weekly Organic Farmers Market

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Date Every Thursday

Time 200 pm to 700 pm

Location 777 Lawrence Ave E

Head to the TBG on Thursdays to pick up local produce bread meat cheese honey prepared

food and more

For more information please click here

Toronto Public Library Tea amp Movies for Seniors at the Don Mills Branch

Date Friday Afternoons in the New Year

Time 200 pm

Location 888 Lawrence Ave E

The Don Mills Branch will be offering new programs for seniors in the new year including

tea amp movies on Friday afternoons

For more information please click here or call 416-395-5710

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Phone 416-482-0549

Email infoypmealsonwheelscom

Website wwwypmealsonwheelscom

Many thanks to the local 56th Toronto Cub Scouts for visiting me at City Hall

Blythwood Road Work

Staff have been hard at work resurfacing a section of Blythwood Road east of Mount Pleasant in recent

weeks

Improvements will also be made to the sidewalk and curb including the installation of raised metal

plates called tactile plates at the crosswalk entrance These plates will help alert the visually impaired

that they are entering the road

Finally staff are installing new catch basins to improve drainage and reduce flooding in the valley

The repairs and improvements should be complete by the first week of December weather-permitting

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It was an honour to deliver opening remarks at the Korean Canadian Cultural Associations unveiling of the

Peace Statue

Shop Local Stychin Tyme

Stychin Tyme a small business specializing in mens and womens alternations is moving to Ward 25

Theyll be relocating to 927 Mt Pleasant Road because of a proposed development on Yonge Street

Owner Penny Bedford and her team offer expert tailoring and in some cases can provide you with the

finished product in only a matter of hours

For more information call 416-485-6970

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Jaye welcomes successful small business owner Penny Bedford to the ward

Development Updates

Check out the interactive map on my website with Ward 25s major development proposals and

projects

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88 Erskine Avenue

Applicant Veridoc Developments

Proposal eight-storey 80 unit residential apartments existing 491 unit building on-site will be

maintained

Status Approved by the Ontario Municipal Board (OMB)

101 (99) Erskine and 66 Broadway

Applicant Tridel

Proposal 32-storey 432 unit building the existing apartment building at 66 Broadway will

remain The applicant recently applied to add two storeys resulting in a 34-storey building

Status City Council approved the original application for 32-storeys in October 2012

This new application for the additional two floors will be before the Committee of Adjustment

today November 26

For more information please contact Robert Gibson (Senior Planner) at 416-395-7059

or rgibsontorontoca

18-30 Erskine Avenue

Applicant Pemberton

Proposal 35-storey 300 unit condominium with 153 parking spaces beside John Fisher Public

School

Status The applicant appealed to the Ontario Municipal Board and Ive been working closely with

the local neighborhood organization A mediation session took place in mid-August and the finaldetails will be before City Council in December 2015

For more information please contact Steve Forrester (City Planner) at 416-395-7126

or sforresttorontoca

The Ontario Municipal Board contact for this development is Raymond Borja (Case Coordinator)

and he may be reached at 416-326-5368

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Alaska 2779-2781 Yonge Street 15-17 and 19-21 Strathgowan Avenue

Applicant 165584 Ontario Limited

Proposal 11-storey residential building with 102 condominium units 29 rental replacement units

and ground floor retail

Status Following several revisions the applicant recently appealed to the Ontario Municipal

Board A hearing is scheduled for January 11 2016

For more information please contact John Andreevski (City Planner) at 416-395-7097

or jandreetorontoca

The Ontario Municipal Board contact for this development is Julie Nolan (Case Coordinator) and

she may be reached at 416-326-6782

100 Ranleigh Avenue

Applicant RE Millward amp Associates Ltd

Proposal Four storeys of luxury rental apartments

Status A new application for this site was submitted to City Planning in May 2015

triggering the citys full planning process A community consultation was held on

November 17 2015

For more information please contact John Lyon (City Planner) at 416-395-7095

or jlyontorontoca

888-900 Don Mills Road and 55 Barber Greene Road

Applicant Kwan amp Kwan Limited

Proposal Rezoning to allow relocation of existing on-site banquet hall

Status The application was approved at the Ontario Municipal Board

For more information please contact Guy Matthew (City Planner) at 416-395-7102

or gmatthe2torontoca

740-750 York Mills Road and 17 Farmstead Road

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Applicant Minto

Proposal 260 stacked townhouse units and retention of the three existing rental apartment

buildings

Status Following City Plannings initial community consultation meeting in Fall 2013 the

neighbourhood formed a working group The working group held a series of recent meetings and

recently reached out to the wider neighbourhood with a petition

For more information please contact John Andreevski (City Planner) at 416-395-7097

or jandreetorontoca

You may also contact the working group at yorkmillsleslieworkinggroupgmailcom

16 Kirtling Place

Applicant York-Kirtling Inc

Proposal Six townhouses fronting York Mills Road and one detached house off Kirtling

Status City Planning received this application in August and a community consultation

meeting took place in February 2015 City Plannings final report is expected in the coming

months

For more information please contact Guy Matthew (City Planner) at 416-395-7102

or gmatthe2torontoca

2425-2427 Bayview Avenue

Applicant Urbancorp

Proposal 40 townhouse units

Status Urbancorp purchased the site from Hush and submitted a new application to City

Planning in September 2014 The new application proposes to double the number of townhouses

on the site which were previously approved by the Ontario Municipal Board Urbancorp appealed

to the Ontario Municipal Board short-circuiting city plannings process A hearing is scheduled

for January 4 2016

For more information please contact Guy Matthew (City Planner) at 416-395-7102

or gmatthe2torontoca

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2437 Bayview Avenue

Applicant Larendale Group of Companies

Proposal Two-storey place of worship

Status City Planning received this application in December 2014 and a community consultation

meeting took place in March 2015

For more information please contact Michaelle Corcoran (City Planner) at 416-395-7130

or mcorcortorontoca

103 and 108 Bayview Ridge

Applicant M Behar Planning amp Design Inc

Proposal 11 townhouses fronting Bayview Avenue and four detached houses facing Bayview

Bridge

Status The applicant appealed to the Ontario Municipal Board in late 2013 short circuiting the

citys planning process The application went into mediation last Fall and a hearing was held on

June 1 2015 An OMB decision is expected in the coming months

For more information please contact Guy Matthew (City Planner) at 416-395-7102

or gmatthe2torontoca

The Ontario Municipal Board contact for this development is Julie Nolan (Case Coordinator) and

she may be reached at 416-326-6782

2 Wilket Road

Applicant Goldberg Group

Proposal Seven townhouses fronting Bayview Avenue and a single detached house

fronting Wilket Road

Status The applicant appealed to the Ontario Municipal Board and a hearing is scheduled

for January 18 2016

For more information please contact Guy Matthew (City Planner) at 416-395-7102

or gmatthe2torontoca

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2655-2659 Bayview Avenue and 15 Old Colony Road

Applicant Goldberg Group

Proposal 10 three-storey townhouses fronting Bayview and two detached houses facing

Old Colony Road

Status Following a community consultation in spring 2014 the applicant appealed to the

Ontario Municipal Board A hearing was held on August 26 2015 and an OMB decision is

expected in the coming months

For more information please contact Guy Matthew (City Planner) at 416-395-7102

or gmatthe2torontoca

The Ontario Municipal Board contact for this development is Raymond Borja (Case

Coordinator) and he may be reached at 416-326-5368

1087-1095 Leslie Street (Inn on the Park)

Applicant Tridel

Proposal Four condominium towers with heights of 28 29 24 and 39 storeys containing

1380 units and at-grade commercial space Also proposed are 2 blocks of 3-storey back-

to-back townhouses containing 20 units

Status A community consultation was held in June 2015 and staffs final report can be

expected in the coming months

For more information please contact John Andreevski (City Planner) at 416-395-7097

or jandreetorontoca

You may also visit the developments website by clicking here

200-214 Keewatin Avenue

Applicant 200 Keewatin Developments

Proposal Two 35-storey stacked townhouse blocks comprised of 80 residential units

Status City Planning received this application in February and a community consultation was

held in June 2015 The applicant appealed to the OMB short circuiting the citys full planning

process Ive directed city staff to attend the OMB and oppose this application A hearing hasnt

yet been scheduled

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For more information please contact John Andreevski (City Planner) at 416-395-7097

or jandreetorontoca

You may also visit the developments website by clicking here

49-51 Lawrence Avenue East and 84 Weybourne Crescent

Applicant Bousfields Inc

Proposal A four-storey stacked townhouse development with 22 residential units in two

blocks

Status An application was received by City Planning in May 2015 A community

consultation was held in late September In November 2015 the applicant appealed

directly to the Ontario Municipal Board

For more information please contact Guy Matthew (City Planner) at 416-395-7102

or gmatthe2torontoca

1888 Bayview Avenue

Applicant Tridel

Proposal The construction of a new 8-storey residential apartment building This is Phase 2 of

a two phase project

Status The application was approved by the Committee of Adjustment in August 2015

For more information please contact Kaitlyn Graham (Assistant Planner) at 416-395-7052

or kgrahamtorontoca

2851 Yonge Street

Applicant RE Millward amp Associates Ltd

Proposal An eight-storey 49 unit rental apartment building

Status City Planning received this application in April 2015 and a community consultation was

held in late September

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For more information please contact Michaelle Corcoran (City Planner) at 416-395-7130

or mcorcortorontoca

100 Broadway

Applicant Broadway Developments Inc

Proposal 34-storey apartment building with 329 residential apartment units

Status An application has been submitted Staffs preliminary report is expected for

January 2016 with a community consultation scheduled shortly afterwards

For more information please contact John Andreevski (City Planner) at 416-395-7097

or jandreetorontoca

169 The Donway West

Applicant Bousfields Inc

Proposal Mixed use development with a 34-storey tower and a 39-storey tower with a 2-

storey connecting base 736 residential units and 3000 square meters of retailoffice

space on the ground floor

Status An application has been submitted Staffs preliminary report is expected in the

coming months

For more information please contact John Lyon (City Planner) at 416-395-7095

or jlyontorontoca

Bayview Avenue Design Guidelines Planning Study

Background Townhouse design guidelines study of Bayview Avenue between Lawrence

Avenue and the 401

Status The Bayview Design Guidelines were passed at the November 2015 North York

Community Council meeting

For more information please contact Guy Matthew (City Planner) at 416-395-7102

or gmatthe2torontoca

You can also finding more information by clicking here

Subscribe Share Past Issues Transla

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Midtown in Focus Planning Study

Background A parks open space and st reetscape master plan for the Yonge and Eglinton

neighbourhood

Status Adopted by City Council

For more information please contact Leo DeSorcy (City Planner) at 416-395-7139

or ldesorcytorontoca

You can also finding more information by clicking here

Public Meetings and Events

The Holiday Spirit in Ward 25

December is just around the corner and Torontonians are getting into the holiday spirit

Were fortunate in a city as big as ours to have an abundance of community events and activities for

each member of your family to take part in

This is the time of year when arts and culture thrives and you dont have to look far to find

entertainment for all ages

If youre looking for live music the North York Concert Orchestras presentation of Soireacutees Musicales

is on December 12 This performance led by a talented group of musicians is not to be missed

If youd like to get a head start on your shopping ndash and beat the crowds ndash be sure to visit your local

business improvement area

Many boutiques and shops in the Yonge-Lawrence and Uptown Yonge BIAs participate in

YellowPages Shop the Neighbourhood Day on November 28 This is a great opportunity to support

local businesses and restaurants

If youre looking for local fare to serve at your holiday party be sure to visit the Organic Farmers

Market at the Toronto Botanical Garden This market held every Thursday from 2 to 7 pm offers the

best in local produce prepared food and much more

Outreach to those in need is especially important around the holidays The North York Harvest Food

Bank serves as the primary food bank for North Toronto and in 2014 alone served over 2 million

pounds of food

If youd like to volunteer with their organization or donate to their programs be sure to visit

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wwwnorthyorkharvestcom

No matter what age you are or which activities you choose to take part in enjoy everything your

community has to offer and have a safe and happy holiday season

Uptown Yonge BIA Annual Tree Lighting Ceremony

Date Friday November 27

Time 700 pm

Location St Clements Parkette (14 St Clements Avenue)

Please join the Uptown Yonge BIA as they light up their Christmas tree

For more information please click here

49th Annual Cavalcade of Lights

Date Saturday November 28

Time 600 pm

Location Nathan Phillips Square (100 Queen Street W)

Mark the start of the holiday season by stopping by the 49th Annual Cavalcade of Lights in

Nathan Phillips Square

There is a great line-up of activities for the entire family For more information please click

here

YellowPages Shop the Neighbourhood Day

Date Saturday November 28

Location Participating businesses across Toronto

ShopTheHood is coming up fast Support local businesses in our neighbourhoods on

November 28

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Lawrence Park Community Church Christmas Market

Date Sunday November 29

Time 1130 am to 330 pm

Location Lawrence Park Community Church (2180 Bayview Avenue)

Get into the Christmas spirit by visiting the LPCCs Christmas Market on Sunday November 29

For more information please click here

Tree Planting Strategy Public Meeting and Survey

Date Monday November 30

Time 630 pm to 900 pm

Location Toronto City Hall Committee Room 2 (100 Queen Street W)

The City recognizes the significant community and environmental benefits of our urban forest

and is seeking your input on the development of programs and tools necessary to increase tree

planting on private land

Youre welcome to attend the public meeting above or to contribute your feedback through their

online survey which is available until December 14

For more information please click here

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Toronto Botanical Garden Holiday Market amp Open House

Date Thursday December 3

Time Noon to 900 pm

Location 777 Lawrence Ave E

Be sure to visit the Toronto Botanical Gardens Annual Holiday Market and Open House next

Thursday December 3 Theres no better way to get into the holiday spirit

For more information please click here

Yorkminster Park Baptist Church 7th Annual City Carol Sing

Date Saturday December 5

Time 200 pm

Location 1585 Yonge Street (1 block north of St Clair Avenue)

For more information on this great event and the line-up of special guests please click

here

North York Concert Orchestra Soiregravees Musicales

Date Saturday December 12

Time 800 pm (pre-concert chat at 730 pm)

Location Yorkminster Citadel (1 Lord Seaton Road)

The North York Concert Orchestras 2015-2016 season is now underway Join them for their

presentation of Soiregravees Musicales

For more information and ticket prices please click here

Toronto Botanical Garden Weekly Organic Farmers Market

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Date Every Thursday

Time 200 pm to 700 pm

Location 777 Lawrence Ave E

Head to the TBG on Thursdays to pick up local produce bread meat cheese honey prepared

food and more

For more information please click here

Toronto Public Library Tea amp Movies for Seniors at the Don Mills Branch

Date Friday Afternoons in the New Year

Time 200 pm

Location 888 Lawrence Ave E

The Don Mills Branch will be offering new programs for seniors in the new year including

tea amp movies on Friday afternoons

For more information please click here or call 416-395-5710

Copyright copy 2015 Toronto City Councillor Jaye Robinson All rights reserved

unsubsc ribe from this list update subscription preferences

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It was an honour to deliver opening remarks at the Korean Canadian Cultural Associations unveiling of the

Peace Statue

Shop Local Stychin Tyme

Stychin Tyme a small business specializing in mens and womens alternations is moving to Ward 25

Theyll be relocating to 927 Mt Pleasant Road because of a proposed development on Yonge Street

Owner Penny Bedford and her team offer expert tailoring and in some cases can provide you with the

finished product in only a matter of hours

For more information call 416-485-6970

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Jaye welcomes successful small business owner Penny Bedford to the ward

Development Updates

Check out the interactive map on my website with Ward 25s major development proposals and

projects

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88 Erskine Avenue

Applicant Veridoc Developments

Proposal eight-storey 80 unit residential apartments existing 491 unit building on-site will be

maintained

Status Approved by the Ontario Municipal Board (OMB)

101 (99) Erskine and 66 Broadway

Applicant Tridel

Proposal 32-storey 432 unit building the existing apartment building at 66 Broadway will

remain The applicant recently applied to add two storeys resulting in a 34-storey building

Status City Council approved the original application for 32-storeys in October 2012

This new application for the additional two floors will be before the Committee of Adjustment

today November 26

For more information please contact Robert Gibson (Senior Planner) at 416-395-7059

or rgibsontorontoca

18-30 Erskine Avenue

Applicant Pemberton

Proposal 35-storey 300 unit condominium with 153 parking spaces beside John Fisher Public

School

Status The applicant appealed to the Ontario Municipal Board and Ive been working closely with

the local neighborhood organization A mediation session took place in mid-August and the finaldetails will be before City Council in December 2015

For more information please contact Steve Forrester (City Planner) at 416-395-7126

or sforresttorontoca

The Ontario Municipal Board contact for this development is Raymond Borja (Case Coordinator)

and he may be reached at 416-326-5368

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Alaska 2779-2781 Yonge Street 15-17 and 19-21 Strathgowan Avenue

Applicant 165584 Ontario Limited

Proposal 11-storey residential building with 102 condominium units 29 rental replacement units

and ground floor retail

Status Following several revisions the applicant recently appealed to the Ontario Municipal

Board A hearing is scheduled for January 11 2016

For more information please contact John Andreevski (City Planner) at 416-395-7097

or jandreetorontoca

The Ontario Municipal Board contact for this development is Julie Nolan (Case Coordinator) and

she may be reached at 416-326-6782

100 Ranleigh Avenue

Applicant RE Millward amp Associates Ltd

Proposal Four storeys of luxury rental apartments

Status A new application for this site was submitted to City Planning in May 2015

triggering the citys full planning process A community consultation was held on

November 17 2015

For more information please contact John Lyon (City Planner) at 416-395-7095

or jlyontorontoca

888-900 Don Mills Road and 55 Barber Greene Road

Applicant Kwan amp Kwan Limited

Proposal Rezoning to allow relocation of existing on-site banquet hall

Status The application was approved at the Ontario Municipal Board

For more information please contact Guy Matthew (City Planner) at 416-395-7102

or gmatthe2torontoca

740-750 York Mills Road and 17 Farmstead Road

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Applicant Minto

Proposal 260 stacked townhouse units and retention of the three existing rental apartment

buildings

Status Following City Plannings initial community consultation meeting in Fall 2013 the

neighbourhood formed a working group The working group held a series of recent meetings and

recently reached out to the wider neighbourhood with a petition

For more information please contact John Andreevski (City Planner) at 416-395-7097

or jandreetorontoca

You may also contact the working group at yorkmillsleslieworkinggroupgmailcom

16 Kirtling Place

Applicant York-Kirtling Inc

Proposal Six townhouses fronting York Mills Road and one detached house off Kirtling

Status City Planning received this application in August and a community consultation

meeting took place in February 2015 City Plannings final report is expected in the coming

months

For more information please contact Guy Matthew (City Planner) at 416-395-7102

or gmatthe2torontoca

2425-2427 Bayview Avenue

Applicant Urbancorp

Proposal 40 townhouse units

Status Urbancorp purchased the site from Hush and submitted a new application to City

Planning in September 2014 The new application proposes to double the number of townhouses

on the site which were previously approved by the Ontario Municipal Board Urbancorp appealed

to the Ontario Municipal Board short-circuiting city plannings process A hearing is scheduled

for January 4 2016

For more information please contact Guy Matthew (City Planner) at 416-395-7102

or gmatthe2torontoca

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2437 Bayview Avenue

Applicant Larendale Group of Companies

Proposal Two-storey place of worship

Status City Planning received this application in December 2014 and a community consultation

meeting took place in March 2015

For more information please contact Michaelle Corcoran (City Planner) at 416-395-7130

or mcorcortorontoca

103 and 108 Bayview Ridge

Applicant M Behar Planning amp Design Inc

Proposal 11 townhouses fronting Bayview Avenue and four detached houses facing Bayview

Bridge

Status The applicant appealed to the Ontario Municipal Board in late 2013 short circuiting the

citys planning process The application went into mediation last Fall and a hearing was held on

June 1 2015 An OMB decision is expected in the coming months

For more information please contact Guy Matthew (City Planner) at 416-395-7102

or gmatthe2torontoca

The Ontario Municipal Board contact for this development is Julie Nolan (Case Coordinator) and

she may be reached at 416-326-6782

2 Wilket Road

Applicant Goldberg Group

Proposal Seven townhouses fronting Bayview Avenue and a single detached house

fronting Wilket Road

Status The applicant appealed to the Ontario Municipal Board and a hearing is scheduled

for January 18 2016

For more information please contact Guy Matthew (City Planner) at 416-395-7102

or gmatthe2torontoca

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2655-2659 Bayview Avenue and 15 Old Colony Road

Applicant Goldberg Group

Proposal 10 three-storey townhouses fronting Bayview and two detached houses facing

Old Colony Road

Status Following a community consultation in spring 2014 the applicant appealed to the

Ontario Municipal Board A hearing was held on August 26 2015 and an OMB decision is

expected in the coming months

For more information please contact Guy Matthew (City Planner) at 416-395-7102

or gmatthe2torontoca

The Ontario Municipal Board contact for this development is Raymond Borja (Case

Coordinator) and he may be reached at 416-326-5368

1087-1095 Leslie Street (Inn on the Park)

Applicant Tridel

Proposal Four condominium towers with heights of 28 29 24 and 39 storeys containing

1380 units and at-grade commercial space Also proposed are 2 blocks of 3-storey back-

to-back townhouses containing 20 units

Status A community consultation was held in June 2015 and staffs final report can be

expected in the coming months

For more information please contact John Andreevski (City Planner) at 416-395-7097

or jandreetorontoca

You may also visit the developments website by clicking here

200-214 Keewatin Avenue

Applicant 200 Keewatin Developments

Proposal Two 35-storey stacked townhouse blocks comprised of 80 residential units

Status City Planning received this application in February and a community consultation was

held in June 2015 The applicant appealed to the OMB short circuiting the citys full planning

process Ive directed city staff to attend the OMB and oppose this application A hearing hasnt

yet been scheduled

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For more information please contact John Andreevski (City Planner) at 416-395-7097

or jandreetorontoca

You may also visit the developments website by clicking here

49-51 Lawrence Avenue East and 84 Weybourne Crescent

Applicant Bousfields Inc

Proposal A four-storey stacked townhouse development with 22 residential units in two

blocks

Status An application was received by City Planning in May 2015 A community

consultation was held in late September In November 2015 the applicant appealed

directly to the Ontario Municipal Board

For more information please contact Guy Matthew (City Planner) at 416-395-7102

or gmatthe2torontoca

1888 Bayview Avenue

Applicant Tridel

Proposal The construction of a new 8-storey residential apartment building This is Phase 2 of

a two phase project

Status The application was approved by the Committee of Adjustment in August 2015

For more information please contact Kaitlyn Graham (Assistant Planner) at 416-395-7052

or kgrahamtorontoca

2851 Yonge Street

Applicant RE Millward amp Associates Ltd

Proposal An eight-storey 49 unit rental apartment building

Status City Planning received this application in April 2015 and a community consultation was

held in late September

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For more information please contact Michaelle Corcoran (City Planner) at 416-395-7130

or mcorcortorontoca

100 Broadway

Applicant Broadway Developments Inc

Proposal 34-storey apartment building with 329 residential apartment units

Status An application has been submitted Staffs preliminary report is expected for

January 2016 with a community consultation scheduled shortly afterwards

For more information please contact John Andreevski (City Planner) at 416-395-7097

or jandreetorontoca

169 The Donway West

Applicant Bousfields Inc

Proposal Mixed use development with a 34-storey tower and a 39-storey tower with a 2-

storey connecting base 736 residential units and 3000 square meters of retailoffice

space on the ground floor

Status An application has been submitted Staffs preliminary report is expected in the

coming months

For more information please contact John Lyon (City Planner) at 416-395-7095

or jlyontorontoca

Bayview Avenue Design Guidelines Planning Study

Background Townhouse design guidelines study of Bayview Avenue between Lawrence

Avenue and the 401

Status The Bayview Design Guidelines were passed at the November 2015 North York

Community Council meeting

For more information please contact Guy Matthew (City Planner) at 416-395-7102

or gmatthe2torontoca

You can also finding more information by clicking here

Subscribe Share Past Issues Transla

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Midtown in Focus Planning Study

Background A parks open space and st reetscape master plan for the Yonge and Eglinton

neighbourhood

Status Adopted by City Council

For more information please contact Leo DeSorcy (City Planner) at 416-395-7139

or ldesorcytorontoca

You can also finding more information by clicking here

Public Meetings and Events

The Holiday Spirit in Ward 25

December is just around the corner and Torontonians are getting into the holiday spirit

Were fortunate in a city as big as ours to have an abundance of community events and activities for

each member of your family to take part in

This is the time of year when arts and culture thrives and you dont have to look far to find

entertainment for all ages

If youre looking for live music the North York Concert Orchestras presentation of Soireacutees Musicales

is on December 12 This performance led by a talented group of musicians is not to be missed

If youd like to get a head start on your shopping ndash and beat the crowds ndash be sure to visit your local

business improvement area

Many boutiques and shops in the Yonge-Lawrence and Uptown Yonge BIAs participate in

YellowPages Shop the Neighbourhood Day on November 28 This is a great opportunity to support

local businesses and restaurants

If youre looking for local fare to serve at your holiday party be sure to visit the Organic Farmers

Market at the Toronto Botanical Garden This market held every Thursday from 2 to 7 pm offers the

best in local produce prepared food and much more

Outreach to those in need is especially important around the holidays The North York Harvest Food

Bank serves as the primary food bank for North Toronto and in 2014 alone served over 2 million

pounds of food

If youd like to volunteer with their organization or donate to their programs be sure to visit

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wwwnorthyorkharvestcom

No matter what age you are or which activities you choose to take part in enjoy everything your

community has to offer and have a safe and happy holiday season

Uptown Yonge BIA Annual Tree Lighting Ceremony

Date Friday November 27

Time 700 pm

Location St Clements Parkette (14 St Clements Avenue)

Please join the Uptown Yonge BIA as they light up their Christmas tree

For more information please click here

49th Annual Cavalcade of Lights

Date Saturday November 28

Time 600 pm

Location Nathan Phillips Square (100 Queen Street W)

Mark the start of the holiday season by stopping by the 49th Annual Cavalcade of Lights in

Nathan Phillips Square

There is a great line-up of activities for the entire family For more information please click

here

YellowPages Shop the Neighbourhood Day

Date Saturday November 28

Location Participating businesses across Toronto

ShopTheHood is coming up fast Support local businesses in our neighbourhoods on

November 28

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Lawrence Park Community Church Christmas Market

Date Sunday November 29

Time 1130 am to 330 pm

Location Lawrence Park Community Church (2180 Bayview Avenue)

Get into the Christmas spirit by visiting the LPCCs Christmas Market on Sunday November 29

For more information please click here

Tree Planting Strategy Public Meeting and Survey

Date Monday November 30

Time 630 pm to 900 pm

Location Toronto City Hall Committee Room 2 (100 Queen Street W)

The City recognizes the significant community and environmental benefits of our urban forest

and is seeking your input on the development of programs and tools necessary to increase tree

planting on private land

Youre welcome to attend the public meeting above or to contribute your feedback through their

online survey which is available until December 14

For more information please click here

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Toronto Botanical Garden Holiday Market amp Open House

Date Thursday December 3

Time Noon to 900 pm

Location 777 Lawrence Ave E

Be sure to visit the Toronto Botanical Gardens Annual Holiday Market and Open House next

Thursday December 3 Theres no better way to get into the holiday spirit

For more information please click here

Yorkminster Park Baptist Church 7th Annual City Carol Sing

Date Saturday December 5

Time 200 pm

Location 1585 Yonge Street (1 block north of St Clair Avenue)

For more information on this great event and the line-up of special guests please click

here

North York Concert Orchestra Soiregravees Musicales

Date Saturday December 12

Time 800 pm (pre-concert chat at 730 pm)

Location Yorkminster Citadel (1 Lord Seaton Road)

The North York Concert Orchestras 2015-2016 season is now underway Join them for their

presentation of Soiregravees Musicales

For more information and ticket prices please click here

Toronto Botanical Garden Weekly Organic Farmers Market

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Date Every Thursday

Time 200 pm to 700 pm

Location 777 Lawrence Ave E

Head to the TBG on Thursdays to pick up local produce bread meat cheese honey prepared

food and more

For more information please click here

Toronto Public Library Tea amp Movies for Seniors at the Don Mills Branch

Date Friday Afternoons in the New Year

Time 200 pm

Location 888 Lawrence Ave E

The Don Mills Branch will be offering new programs for seniors in the new year including

tea amp movies on Friday afternoons

For more information please click here or call 416-395-5710

Copyright copy 2015 Toronto City Councillor Jaye Robinson All rights reserved

unsubsc ribe from this list update subscription preferences

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Jaye welcomes successful small business owner Penny Bedford to the ward

Development Updates

Check out the interactive map on my website with Ward 25s major development proposals and

projects

7212019 November 2015 eNewsletter

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88 Erskine Avenue

Applicant Veridoc Developments

Proposal eight-storey 80 unit residential apartments existing 491 unit building on-site will be

maintained

Status Approved by the Ontario Municipal Board (OMB)

101 (99) Erskine and 66 Broadway

Applicant Tridel

Proposal 32-storey 432 unit building the existing apartment building at 66 Broadway will

remain The applicant recently applied to add two storeys resulting in a 34-storey building

Status City Council approved the original application for 32-storeys in October 2012

This new application for the additional two floors will be before the Committee of Adjustment

today November 26

For more information please contact Robert Gibson (Senior Planner) at 416-395-7059

or rgibsontorontoca

18-30 Erskine Avenue

Applicant Pemberton

Proposal 35-storey 300 unit condominium with 153 parking spaces beside John Fisher Public

School

Status The applicant appealed to the Ontario Municipal Board and Ive been working closely with

the local neighborhood organization A mediation session took place in mid-August and the finaldetails will be before City Council in December 2015

For more information please contact Steve Forrester (City Planner) at 416-395-7126

or sforresttorontoca

The Ontario Municipal Board contact for this development is Raymond Borja (Case Coordinator)

and he may be reached at 416-326-5368

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Alaska 2779-2781 Yonge Street 15-17 and 19-21 Strathgowan Avenue

Applicant 165584 Ontario Limited

Proposal 11-storey residential building with 102 condominium units 29 rental replacement units

and ground floor retail

Status Following several revisions the applicant recently appealed to the Ontario Municipal

Board A hearing is scheduled for January 11 2016

For more information please contact John Andreevski (City Planner) at 416-395-7097

or jandreetorontoca

The Ontario Municipal Board contact for this development is Julie Nolan (Case Coordinator) and

she may be reached at 416-326-6782

100 Ranleigh Avenue

Applicant RE Millward amp Associates Ltd

Proposal Four storeys of luxury rental apartments

Status A new application for this site was submitted to City Planning in May 2015

triggering the citys full planning process A community consultation was held on

November 17 2015

For more information please contact John Lyon (City Planner) at 416-395-7095

or jlyontorontoca

888-900 Don Mills Road and 55 Barber Greene Road

Applicant Kwan amp Kwan Limited

Proposal Rezoning to allow relocation of existing on-site banquet hall

Status The application was approved at the Ontario Municipal Board

For more information please contact Guy Matthew (City Planner) at 416-395-7102

or gmatthe2torontoca

740-750 York Mills Road and 17 Farmstead Road

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Applicant Minto

Proposal 260 stacked townhouse units and retention of the three existing rental apartment

buildings

Status Following City Plannings initial community consultation meeting in Fall 2013 the

neighbourhood formed a working group The working group held a series of recent meetings and

recently reached out to the wider neighbourhood with a petition

For more information please contact John Andreevski (City Planner) at 416-395-7097

or jandreetorontoca

You may also contact the working group at yorkmillsleslieworkinggroupgmailcom

16 Kirtling Place

Applicant York-Kirtling Inc

Proposal Six townhouses fronting York Mills Road and one detached house off Kirtling

Status City Planning received this application in August and a community consultation

meeting took place in February 2015 City Plannings final report is expected in the coming

months

For more information please contact Guy Matthew (City Planner) at 416-395-7102

or gmatthe2torontoca

2425-2427 Bayview Avenue

Applicant Urbancorp

Proposal 40 townhouse units

Status Urbancorp purchased the site from Hush and submitted a new application to City

Planning in September 2014 The new application proposes to double the number of townhouses

on the site which were previously approved by the Ontario Municipal Board Urbancorp appealed

to the Ontario Municipal Board short-circuiting city plannings process A hearing is scheduled

for January 4 2016

For more information please contact Guy Matthew (City Planner) at 416-395-7102

or gmatthe2torontoca

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2437 Bayview Avenue

Applicant Larendale Group of Companies

Proposal Two-storey place of worship

Status City Planning received this application in December 2014 and a community consultation

meeting took place in March 2015

For more information please contact Michaelle Corcoran (City Planner) at 416-395-7130

or mcorcortorontoca

103 and 108 Bayview Ridge

Applicant M Behar Planning amp Design Inc

Proposal 11 townhouses fronting Bayview Avenue and four detached houses facing Bayview

Bridge

Status The applicant appealed to the Ontario Municipal Board in late 2013 short circuiting the

citys planning process The application went into mediation last Fall and a hearing was held on

June 1 2015 An OMB decision is expected in the coming months

For more information please contact Guy Matthew (City Planner) at 416-395-7102

or gmatthe2torontoca

The Ontario Municipal Board contact for this development is Julie Nolan (Case Coordinator) and

she may be reached at 416-326-6782

2 Wilket Road

Applicant Goldberg Group

Proposal Seven townhouses fronting Bayview Avenue and a single detached house

fronting Wilket Road

Status The applicant appealed to the Ontario Municipal Board and a hearing is scheduled

for January 18 2016

For more information please contact Guy Matthew (City Planner) at 416-395-7102

or gmatthe2torontoca

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2655-2659 Bayview Avenue and 15 Old Colony Road

Applicant Goldberg Group

Proposal 10 three-storey townhouses fronting Bayview and two detached houses facing

Old Colony Road

Status Following a community consultation in spring 2014 the applicant appealed to the

Ontario Municipal Board A hearing was held on August 26 2015 and an OMB decision is

expected in the coming months

For more information please contact Guy Matthew (City Planner) at 416-395-7102

or gmatthe2torontoca

The Ontario Municipal Board contact for this development is Raymond Borja (Case

Coordinator) and he may be reached at 416-326-5368

1087-1095 Leslie Street (Inn on the Park)

Applicant Tridel

Proposal Four condominium towers with heights of 28 29 24 and 39 storeys containing

1380 units and at-grade commercial space Also proposed are 2 blocks of 3-storey back-

to-back townhouses containing 20 units

Status A community consultation was held in June 2015 and staffs final report can be

expected in the coming months

For more information please contact John Andreevski (City Planner) at 416-395-7097

or jandreetorontoca

You may also visit the developments website by clicking here

200-214 Keewatin Avenue

Applicant 200 Keewatin Developments

Proposal Two 35-storey stacked townhouse blocks comprised of 80 residential units

Status City Planning received this application in February and a community consultation was

held in June 2015 The applicant appealed to the OMB short circuiting the citys full planning

process Ive directed city staff to attend the OMB and oppose this application A hearing hasnt

yet been scheduled

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For more information please contact John Andreevski (City Planner) at 416-395-7097

or jandreetorontoca

You may also visit the developments website by clicking here

49-51 Lawrence Avenue East and 84 Weybourne Crescent

Applicant Bousfields Inc

Proposal A four-storey stacked townhouse development with 22 residential units in two

blocks

Status An application was received by City Planning in May 2015 A community

consultation was held in late September In November 2015 the applicant appealed

directly to the Ontario Municipal Board

For more information please contact Guy Matthew (City Planner) at 416-395-7102

or gmatthe2torontoca

1888 Bayview Avenue

Applicant Tridel

Proposal The construction of a new 8-storey residential apartment building This is Phase 2 of

a two phase project

Status The application was approved by the Committee of Adjustment in August 2015

For more information please contact Kaitlyn Graham (Assistant Planner) at 416-395-7052

or kgrahamtorontoca

2851 Yonge Street

Applicant RE Millward amp Associates Ltd

Proposal An eight-storey 49 unit rental apartment building

Status City Planning received this application in April 2015 and a community consultation was

held in late September

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For more information please contact Michaelle Corcoran (City Planner) at 416-395-7130

or mcorcortorontoca

100 Broadway

Applicant Broadway Developments Inc

Proposal 34-storey apartment building with 329 residential apartment units

Status An application has been submitted Staffs preliminary report is expected for

January 2016 with a community consultation scheduled shortly afterwards

For more information please contact John Andreevski (City Planner) at 416-395-7097

or jandreetorontoca

169 The Donway West

Applicant Bousfields Inc

Proposal Mixed use development with a 34-storey tower and a 39-storey tower with a 2-

storey connecting base 736 residential units and 3000 square meters of retailoffice

space on the ground floor

Status An application has been submitted Staffs preliminary report is expected in the

coming months

For more information please contact John Lyon (City Planner) at 416-395-7095

or jlyontorontoca

Bayview Avenue Design Guidelines Planning Study

Background Townhouse design guidelines study of Bayview Avenue between Lawrence

Avenue and the 401

Status The Bayview Design Guidelines were passed at the November 2015 North York

Community Council meeting

For more information please contact Guy Matthew (City Planner) at 416-395-7102

or gmatthe2torontoca

You can also finding more information by clicking here

Subscribe Share Past Issues Transla

7212019 November 2015 eNewsletter

httpslidepdfcomreaderfullnovember-2015-enewsletter 2731

Midtown in Focus Planning Study

Background A parks open space and st reetscape master plan for the Yonge and Eglinton

neighbourhood

Status Adopted by City Council

For more information please contact Leo DeSorcy (City Planner) at 416-395-7139

or ldesorcytorontoca

You can also finding more information by clicking here

Public Meetings and Events

The Holiday Spirit in Ward 25

December is just around the corner and Torontonians are getting into the holiday spirit

Were fortunate in a city as big as ours to have an abundance of community events and activities for

each member of your family to take part in

This is the time of year when arts and culture thrives and you dont have to look far to find

entertainment for all ages

If youre looking for live music the North York Concert Orchestras presentation of Soireacutees Musicales

is on December 12 This performance led by a talented group of musicians is not to be missed

If youd like to get a head start on your shopping ndash and beat the crowds ndash be sure to visit your local

business improvement area

Many boutiques and shops in the Yonge-Lawrence and Uptown Yonge BIAs participate in

YellowPages Shop the Neighbourhood Day on November 28 This is a great opportunity to support

local businesses and restaurants

If youre looking for local fare to serve at your holiday party be sure to visit the Organic Farmers

Market at the Toronto Botanical Garden This market held every Thursday from 2 to 7 pm offers the

best in local produce prepared food and much more

Outreach to those in need is especially important around the holidays The North York Harvest Food

Bank serves as the primary food bank for North Toronto and in 2014 alone served over 2 million

pounds of food

If youd like to volunteer with their organization or donate to their programs be sure to visit

7212019 November 2015 eNewsletter

httpslidepdfcomreaderfullnovember-2015-enewsletter 2831

wwwnorthyorkharvestcom

No matter what age you are or which activities you choose to take part in enjoy everything your

community has to offer and have a safe and happy holiday season

Uptown Yonge BIA Annual Tree Lighting Ceremony

Date Friday November 27

Time 700 pm

Location St Clements Parkette (14 St Clements Avenue)

Please join the Uptown Yonge BIA as they light up their Christmas tree

For more information please click here

49th Annual Cavalcade of Lights

Date Saturday November 28

Time 600 pm

Location Nathan Phillips Square (100 Queen Street W)

Mark the start of the holiday season by stopping by the 49th Annual Cavalcade of Lights in

Nathan Phillips Square

There is a great line-up of activities for the entire family For more information please click

here

YellowPages Shop the Neighbourhood Day

Date Saturday November 28

Location Participating businesses across Toronto

ShopTheHood is coming up fast Support local businesses in our neighbourhoods on

November 28

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Lawrence Park Community Church Christmas Market

Date Sunday November 29

Time 1130 am to 330 pm

Location Lawrence Park Community Church (2180 Bayview Avenue)

Get into the Christmas spirit by visiting the LPCCs Christmas Market on Sunday November 29

For more information please click here

Tree Planting Strategy Public Meeting and Survey

Date Monday November 30

Time 630 pm to 900 pm

Location Toronto City Hall Committee Room 2 (100 Queen Street W)

The City recognizes the significant community and environmental benefits of our urban forest

and is seeking your input on the development of programs and tools necessary to increase tree

planting on private land

Youre welcome to attend the public meeting above or to contribute your feedback through their

online survey which is available until December 14

For more information please click here

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Toronto Botanical Garden Holiday Market amp Open House

Date Thursday December 3

Time Noon to 900 pm

Location 777 Lawrence Ave E

Be sure to visit the Toronto Botanical Gardens Annual Holiday Market and Open House next

Thursday December 3 Theres no better way to get into the holiday spirit

For more information please click here

Yorkminster Park Baptist Church 7th Annual City Carol Sing

Date Saturday December 5

Time 200 pm

Location 1585 Yonge Street (1 block north of St Clair Avenue)

For more information on this great event and the line-up of special guests please click

here

North York Concert Orchestra Soiregravees Musicales

Date Saturday December 12

Time 800 pm (pre-concert chat at 730 pm)

Location Yorkminster Citadel (1 Lord Seaton Road)

The North York Concert Orchestras 2015-2016 season is now underway Join them for their

presentation of Soiregravees Musicales

For more information and ticket prices please click here

Toronto Botanical Garden Weekly Organic Farmers Market

7212019 November 2015 eNewsletter

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Date Every Thursday

Time 200 pm to 700 pm

Location 777 Lawrence Ave E

Head to the TBG on Thursdays to pick up local produce bread meat cheese honey prepared

food and more

For more information please click here

Toronto Public Library Tea amp Movies for Seniors at the Don Mills Branch

Date Friday Afternoons in the New Year

Time 200 pm

Location 888 Lawrence Ave E

The Don Mills Branch will be offering new programs for seniors in the new year including

tea amp movies on Friday afternoons

For more information please click here or call 416-395-5710

Copyright copy 2015 Toronto City Councillor Jaye Robinson All rights reserved

unsubsc ribe from this list update subscription preferences

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88 Erskine Avenue

Applicant Veridoc Developments

Proposal eight-storey 80 unit residential apartments existing 491 unit building on-site will be

maintained

Status Approved by the Ontario Municipal Board (OMB)

101 (99) Erskine and 66 Broadway

Applicant Tridel

Proposal 32-storey 432 unit building the existing apartment building at 66 Broadway will

remain The applicant recently applied to add two storeys resulting in a 34-storey building

Status City Council approved the original application for 32-storeys in October 2012

This new application for the additional two floors will be before the Committee of Adjustment

today November 26

For more information please contact Robert Gibson (Senior Planner) at 416-395-7059

or rgibsontorontoca

18-30 Erskine Avenue

Applicant Pemberton

Proposal 35-storey 300 unit condominium with 153 parking spaces beside John Fisher Public

School

Status The applicant appealed to the Ontario Municipal Board and Ive been working closely with

the local neighborhood organization A mediation session took place in mid-August and the finaldetails will be before City Council in December 2015

For more information please contact Steve Forrester (City Planner) at 416-395-7126

or sforresttorontoca

The Ontario Municipal Board contact for this development is Raymond Borja (Case Coordinator)

and he may be reached at 416-326-5368

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Alaska 2779-2781 Yonge Street 15-17 and 19-21 Strathgowan Avenue

Applicant 165584 Ontario Limited

Proposal 11-storey residential building with 102 condominium units 29 rental replacement units

and ground floor retail

Status Following several revisions the applicant recently appealed to the Ontario Municipal

Board A hearing is scheduled for January 11 2016

For more information please contact John Andreevski (City Planner) at 416-395-7097

or jandreetorontoca

The Ontario Municipal Board contact for this development is Julie Nolan (Case Coordinator) and

she may be reached at 416-326-6782

100 Ranleigh Avenue

Applicant RE Millward amp Associates Ltd

Proposal Four storeys of luxury rental apartments

Status A new application for this site was submitted to City Planning in May 2015

triggering the citys full planning process A community consultation was held on

November 17 2015

For more information please contact John Lyon (City Planner) at 416-395-7095

or jlyontorontoca

888-900 Don Mills Road and 55 Barber Greene Road

Applicant Kwan amp Kwan Limited

Proposal Rezoning to allow relocation of existing on-site banquet hall

Status The application was approved at the Ontario Municipal Board

For more information please contact Guy Matthew (City Planner) at 416-395-7102

or gmatthe2torontoca

740-750 York Mills Road and 17 Farmstead Road

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Applicant Minto

Proposal 260 stacked townhouse units and retention of the three existing rental apartment

buildings

Status Following City Plannings initial community consultation meeting in Fall 2013 the

neighbourhood formed a working group The working group held a series of recent meetings and

recently reached out to the wider neighbourhood with a petition

For more information please contact John Andreevski (City Planner) at 416-395-7097

or jandreetorontoca

You may also contact the working group at yorkmillsleslieworkinggroupgmailcom

16 Kirtling Place

Applicant York-Kirtling Inc

Proposal Six townhouses fronting York Mills Road and one detached house off Kirtling

Status City Planning received this application in August and a community consultation

meeting took place in February 2015 City Plannings final report is expected in the coming

months

For more information please contact Guy Matthew (City Planner) at 416-395-7102

or gmatthe2torontoca

2425-2427 Bayview Avenue

Applicant Urbancorp

Proposal 40 townhouse units

Status Urbancorp purchased the site from Hush and submitted a new application to City

Planning in September 2014 The new application proposes to double the number of townhouses

on the site which were previously approved by the Ontario Municipal Board Urbancorp appealed

to the Ontario Municipal Board short-circuiting city plannings process A hearing is scheduled

for January 4 2016

For more information please contact Guy Matthew (City Planner) at 416-395-7102

or gmatthe2torontoca

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2437 Bayview Avenue

Applicant Larendale Group of Companies

Proposal Two-storey place of worship

Status City Planning received this application in December 2014 and a community consultation

meeting took place in March 2015

For more information please contact Michaelle Corcoran (City Planner) at 416-395-7130

or mcorcortorontoca

103 and 108 Bayview Ridge

Applicant M Behar Planning amp Design Inc

Proposal 11 townhouses fronting Bayview Avenue and four detached houses facing Bayview

Bridge

Status The applicant appealed to the Ontario Municipal Board in late 2013 short circuiting the

citys planning process The application went into mediation last Fall and a hearing was held on

June 1 2015 An OMB decision is expected in the coming months

For more information please contact Guy Matthew (City Planner) at 416-395-7102

or gmatthe2torontoca

The Ontario Municipal Board contact for this development is Julie Nolan (Case Coordinator) and

she may be reached at 416-326-6782

2 Wilket Road

Applicant Goldberg Group

Proposal Seven townhouses fronting Bayview Avenue and a single detached house

fronting Wilket Road

Status The applicant appealed to the Ontario Municipal Board and a hearing is scheduled

for January 18 2016

For more information please contact Guy Matthew (City Planner) at 416-395-7102

or gmatthe2torontoca

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2655-2659 Bayview Avenue and 15 Old Colony Road

Applicant Goldberg Group

Proposal 10 three-storey townhouses fronting Bayview and two detached houses facing

Old Colony Road

Status Following a community consultation in spring 2014 the applicant appealed to the

Ontario Municipal Board A hearing was held on August 26 2015 and an OMB decision is

expected in the coming months

For more information please contact Guy Matthew (City Planner) at 416-395-7102

or gmatthe2torontoca

The Ontario Municipal Board contact for this development is Raymond Borja (Case

Coordinator) and he may be reached at 416-326-5368

1087-1095 Leslie Street (Inn on the Park)

Applicant Tridel

Proposal Four condominium towers with heights of 28 29 24 and 39 storeys containing

1380 units and at-grade commercial space Also proposed are 2 blocks of 3-storey back-

to-back townhouses containing 20 units

Status A community consultation was held in June 2015 and staffs final report can be

expected in the coming months

For more information please contact John Andreevski (City Planner) at 416-395-7097

or jandreetorontoca

You may also visit the developments website by clicking here

200-214 Keewatin Avenue

Applicant 200 Keewatin Developments

Proposal Two 35-storey stacked townhouse blocks comprised of 80 residential units

Status City Planning received this application in February and a community consultation was

held in June 2015 The applicant appealed to the OMB short circuiting the citys full planning

process Ive directed city staff to attend the OMB and oppose this application A hearing hasnt

yet been scheduled

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For more information please contact John Andreevski (City Planner) at 416-395-7097

or jandreetorontoca

You may also visit the developments website by clicking here

49-51 Lawrence Avenue East and 84 Weybourne Crescent

Applicant Bousfields Inc

Proposal A four-storey stacked townhouse development with 22 residential units in two

blocks

Status An application was received by City Planning in May 2015 A community

consultation was held in late September In November 2015 the applicant appealed

directly to the Ontario Municipal Board

For more information please contact Guy Matthew (City Planner) at 416-395-7102

or gmatthe2torontoca

1888 Bayview Avenue

Applicant Tridel

Proposal The construction of a new 8-storey residential apartment building This is Phase 2 of

a two phase project

Status The application was approved by the Committee of Adjustment in August 2015

For more information please contact Kaitlyn Graham (Assistant Planner) at 416-395-7052

or kgrahamtorontoca

2851 Yonge Street

Applicant RE Millward amp Associates Ltd

Proposal An eight-storey 49 unit rental apartment building

Status City Planning received this application in April 2015 and a community consultation was

held in late September

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For more information please contact Michaelle Corcoran (City Planner) at 416-395-7130

or mcorcortorontoca

100 Broadway

Applicant Broadway Developments Inc

Proposal 34-storey apartment building with 329 residential apartment units

Status An application has been submitted Staffs preliminary report is expected for

January 2016 with a community consultation scheduled shortly afterwards

For more information please contact John Andreevski (City Planner) at 416-395-7097

or jandreetorontoca

169 The Donway West

Applicant Bousfields Inc

Proposal Mixed use development with a 34-storey tower and a 39-storey tower with a 2-

storey connecting base 736 residential units and 3000 square meters of retailoffice

space on the ground floor

Status An application has been submitted Staffs preliminary report is expected in the

coming months

For more information please contact John Lyon (City Planner) at 416-395-7095

or jlyontorontoca

Bayview Avenue Design Guidelines Planning Study

Background Townhouse design guidelines study of Bayview Avenue between Lawrence

Avenue and the 401

Status The Bayview Design Guidelines were passed at the November 2015 North York

Community Council meeting

For more information please contact Guy Matthew (City Planner) at 416-395-7102

or gmatthe2torontoca

You can also finding more information by clicking here

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Midtown in Focus Planning Study

Background A parks open space and st reetscape master plan for the Yonge and Eglinton

neighbourhood

Status Adopted by City Council

For more information please contact Leo DeSorcy (City Planner) at 416-395-7139

or ldesorcytorontoca

You can also finding more information by clicking here

Public Meetings and Events

The Holiday Spirit in Ward 25

December is just around the corner and Torontonians are getting into the holiday spirit

Were fortunate in a city as big as ours to have an abundance of community events and activities for

each member of your family to take part in

This is the time of year when arts and culture thrives and you dont have to look far to find

entertainment for all ages

If youre looking for live music the North York Concert Orchestras presentation of Soireacutees Musicales

is on December 12 This performance led by a talented group of musicians is not to be missed

If youd like to get a head start on your shopping ndash and beat the crowds ndash be sure to visit your local

business improvement area

Many boutiques and shops in the Yonge-Lawrence and Uptown Yonge BIAs participate in

YellowPages Shop the Neighbourhood Day on November 28 This is a great opportunity to support

local businesses and restaurants

If youre looking for local fare to serve at your holiday party be sure to visit the Organic Farmers

Market at the Toronto Botanical Garden This market held every Thursday from 2 to 7 pm offers the

best in local produce prepared food and much more

Outreach to those in need is especially important around the holidays The North York Harvest Food

Bank serves as the primary food bank for North Toronto and in 2014 alone served over 2 million

pounds of food

If youd like to volunteer with their organization or donate to their programs be sure to visit

7212019 November 2015 eNewsletter

httpslidepdfcomreaderfullnovember-2015-enewsletter 2831

wwwnorthyorkharvestcom

No matter what age you are or which activities you choose to take part in enjoy everything your

community has to offer and have a safe and happy holiday season

Uptown Yonge BIA Annual Tree Lighting Ceremony

Date Friday November 27

Time 700 pm

Location St Clements Parkette (14 St Clements Avenue)

Please join the Uptown Yonge BIA as they light up their Christmas tree

For more information please click here

49th Annual Cavalcade of Lights

Date Saturday November 28

Time 600 pm

Location Nathan Phillips Square (100 Queen Street W)

Mark the start of the holiday season by stopping by the 49th Annual Cavalcade of Lights in

Nathan Phillips Square

There is a great line-up of activities for the entire family For more information please click

here

YellowPages Shop the Neighbourhood Day

Date Saturday November 28

Location Participating businesses across Toronto

ShopTheHood is coming up fast Support local businesses in our neighbourhoods on

November 28

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Lawrence Park Community Church Christmas Market

Date Sunday November 29

Time 1130 am to 330 pm

Location Lawrence Park Community Church (2180 Bayview Avenue)

Get into the Christmas spirit by visiting the LPCCs Christmas Market on Sunday November 29

For more information please click here

Tree Planting Strategy Public Meeting and Survey

Date Monday November 30

Time 630 pm to 900 pm

Location Toronto City Hall Committee Room 2 (100 Queen Street W)

The City recognizes the significant community and environmental benefits of our urban forest

and is seeking your input on the development of programs and tools necessary to increase tree

planting on private land

Youre welcome to attend the public meeting above or to contribute your feedback through their

online survey which is available until December 14

For more information please click here

7212019 November 2015 eNewsletter

httpslidepdfcomreaderfullnovember-2015-enewsletter 3031

Toronto Botanical Garden Holiday Market amp Open House

Date Thursday December 3

Time Noon to 900 pm

Location 777 Lawrence Ave E

Be sure to visit the Toronto Botanical Gardens Annual Holiday Market and Open House next

Thursday December 3 Theres no better way to get into the holiday spirit

For more information please click here

Yorkminster Park Baptist Church 7th Annual City Carol Sing

Date Saturday December 5

Time 200 pm

Location 1585 Yonge Street (1 block north of St Clair Avenue)

For more information on this great event and the line-up of special guests please click

here

North York Concert Orchestra Soiregravees Musicales

Date Saturday December 12

Time 800 pm (pre-concert chat at 730 pm)

Location Yorkminster Citadel (1 Lord Seaton Road)

The North York Concert Orchestras 2015-2016 season is now underway Join them for their

presentation of Soiregravees Musicales

For more information and ticket prices please click here

Toronto Botanical Garden Weekly Organic Farmers Market

7212019 November 2015 eNewsletter

httpslidepdfcomreaderfullnovember-2015-enewsletter 3131

Date Every Thursday

Time 200 pm to 700 pm

Location 777 Lawrence Ave E

Head to the TBG on Thursdays to pick up local produce bread meat cheese honey prepared

food and more

For more information please click here

Toronto Public Library Tea amp Movies for Seniors at the Don Mills Branch

Date Friday Afternoons in the New Year

Time 200 pm

Location 888 Lawrence Ave E

The Don Mills Branch will be offering new programs for seniors in the new year including

tea amp movies on Friday afternoons

For more information please click here or call 416-395-5710

Copyright copy 2015 Toronto City Councillor Jaye Robinson All rights reserved

unsubsc ribe from this list update subscription preferences

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Alaska 2779-2781 Yonge Street 15-17 and 19-21 Strathgowan Avenue

Applicant 165584 Ontario Limited

Proposal 11-storey residential building with 102 condominium units 29 rental replacement units

and ground floor retail

Status Following several revisions the applicant recently appealed to the Ontario Municipal

Board A hearing is scheduled for January 11 2016

For more information please contact John Andreevski (City Planner) at 416-395-7097

or jandreetorontoca

The Ontario Municipal Board contact for this development is Julie Nolan (Case Coordinator) and

she may be reached at 416-326-6782

100 Ranleigh Avenue

Applicant RE Millward amp Associates Ltd

Proposal Four storeys of luxury rental apartments

Status A new application for this site was submitted to City Planning in May 2015

triggering the citys full planning process A community consultation was held on

November 17 2015

For more information please contact John Lyon (City Planner) at 416-395-7095

or jlyontorontoca

888-900 Don Mills Road and 55 Barber Greene Road

Applicant Kwan amp Kwan Limited

Proposal Rezoning to allow relocation of existing on-site banquet hall

Status The application was approved at the Ontario Municipal Board

For more information please contact Guy Matthew (City Planner) at 416-395-7102

or gmatthe2torontoca

740-750 York Mills Road and 17 Farmstead Road

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Applicant Minto

Proposal 260 stacked townhouse units and retention of the three existing rental apartment

buildings

Status Following City Plannings initial community consultation meeting in Fall 2013 the

neighbourhood formed a working group The working group held a series of recent meetings and

recently reached out to the wider neighbourhood with a petition

For more information please contact John Andreevski (City Planner) at 416-395-7097

or jandreetorontoca

You may also contact the working group at yorkmillsleslieworkinggroupgmailcom

16 Kirtling Place

Applicant York-Kirtling Inc

Proposal Six townhouses fronting York Mills Road and one detached house off Kirtling

Status City Planning received this application in August and a community consultation

meeting took place in February 2015 City Plannings final report is expected in the coming

months

For more information please contact Guy Matthew (City Planner) at 416-395-7102

or gmatthe2torontoca

2425-2427 Bayview Avenue

Applicant Urbancorp

Proposal 40 townhouse units

Status Urbancorp purchased the site from Hush and submitted a new application to City

Planning in September 2014 The new application proposes to double the number of townhouses

on the site which were previously approved by the Ontario Municipal Board Urbancorp appealed

to the Ontario Municipal Board short-circuiting city plannings process A hearing is scheduled

for January 4 2016

For more information please contact Guy Matthew (City Planner) at 416-395-7102

or gmatthe2torontoca

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2437 Bayview Avenue

Applicant Larendale Group of Companies

Proposal Two-storey place of worship

Status City Planning received this application in December 2014 and a community consultation

meeting took place in March 2015

For more information please contact Michaelle Corcoran (City Planner) at 416-395-7130

or mcorcortorontoca

103 and 108 Bayview Ridge

Applicant M Behar Planning amp Design Inc

Proposal 11 townhouses fronting Bayview Avenue and four detached houses facing Bayview

Bridge

Status The applicant appealed to the Ontario Municipal Board in late 2013 short circuiting the

citys planning process The application went into mediation last Fall and a hearing was held on

June 1 2015 An OMB decision is expected in the coming months

For more information please contact Guy Matthew (City Planner) at 416-395-7102

or gmatthe2torontoca

The Ontario Municipal Board contact for this development is Julie Nolan (Case Coordinator) and

she may be reached at 416-326-6782

2 Wilket Road

Applicant Goldberg Group

Proposal Seven townhouses fronting Bayview Avenue and a single detached house

fronting Wilket Road

Status The applicant appealed to the Ontario Municipal Board and a hearing is scheduled

for January 18 2016

For more information please contact Guy Matthew (City Planner) at 416-395-7102

or gmatthe2torontoca

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2655-2659 Bayview Avenue and 15 Old Colony Road

Applicant Goldberg Group

Proposal 10 three-storey townhouses fronting Bayview and two detached houses facing

Old Colony Road

Status Following a community consultation in spring 2014 the applicant appealed to the

Ontario Municipal Board A hearing was held on August 26 2015 and an OMB decision is

expected in the coming months

For more information please contact Guy Matthew (City Planner) at 416-395-7102

or gmatthe2torontoca

The Ontario Municipal Board contact for this development is Raymond Borja (Case

Coordinator) and he may be reached at 416-326-5368

1087-1095 Leslie Street (Inn on the Park)

Applicant Tridel

Proposal Four condominium towers with heights of 28 29 24 and 39 storeys containing

1380 units and at-grade commercial space Also proposed are 2 blocks of 3-storey back-

to-back townhouses containing 20 units

Status A community consultation was held in June 2015 and staffs final report can be

expected in the coming months

For more information please contact John Andreevski (City Planner) at 416-395-7097

or jandreetorontoca

You may also visit the developments website by clicking here

200-214 Keewatin Avenue

Applicant 200 Keewatin Developments

Proposal Two 35-storey stacked townhouse blocks comprised of 80 residential units

Status City Planning received this application in February and a community consultation was

held in June 2015 The applicant appealed to the OMB short circuiting the citys full planning

process Ive directed city staff to attend the OMB and oppose this application A hearing hasnt

yet been scheduled

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For more information please contact John Andreevski (City Planner) at 416-395-7097

or jandreetorontoca

You may also visit the developments website by clicking here

49-51 Lawrence Avenue East and 84 Weybourne Crescent

Applicant Bousfields Inc

Proposal A four-storey stacked townhouse development with 22 residential units in two

blocks

Status An application was received by City Planning in May 2015 A community

consultation was held in late September In November 2015 the applicant appealed

directly to the Ontario Municipal Board

For more information please contact Guy Matthew (City Planner) at 416-395-7102

or gmatthe2torontoca

1888 Bayview Avenue

Applicant Tridel

Proposal The construction of a new 8-storey residential apartment building This is Phase 2 of

a two phase project

Status The application was approved by the Committee of Adjustment in August 2015

For more information please contact Kaitlyn Graham (Assistant Planner) at 416-395-7052

or kgrahamtorontoca

2851 Yonge Street

Applicant RE Millward amp Associates Ltd

Proposal An eight-storey 49 unit rental apartment building

Status City Planning received this application in April 2015 and a community consultation was

held in late September

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For more information please contact Michaelle Corcoran (City Planner) at 416-395-7130

or mcorcortorontoca

100 Broadway

Applicant Broadway Developments Inc

Proposal 34-storey apartment building with 329 residential apartment units

Status An application has been submitted Staffs preliminary report is expected for

January 2016 with a community consultation scheduled shortly afterwards

For more information please contact John Andreevski (City Planner) at 416-395-7097

or jandreetorontoca

169 The Donway West

Applicant Bousfields Inc

Proposal Mixed use development with a 34-storey tower and a 39-storey tower with a 2-

storey connecting base 736 residential units and 3000 square meters of retailoffice

space on the ground floor

Status An application has been submitted Staffs preliminary report is expected in the

coming months

For more information please contact John Lyon (City Planner) at 416-395-7095

or jlyontorontoca

Bayview Avenue Design Guidelines Planning Study

Background Townhouse design guidelines study of Bayview Avenue between Lawrence

Avenue and the 401

Status The Bayview Design Guidelines were passed at the November 2015 North York

Community Council meeting

For more information please contact Guy Matthew (City Planner) at 416-395-7102

or gmatthe2torontoca

You can also finding more information by clicking here

Subscribe Share Past Issues Transla

7212019 November 2015 eNewsletter

httpslidepdfcomreaderfullnovember-2015-enewsletter 2731

Midtown in Focus Planning Study

Background A parks open space and st reetscape master plan for the Yonge and Eglinton

neighbourhood

Status Adopted by City Council

For more information please contact Leo DeSorcy (City Planner) at 416-395-7139

or ldesorcytorontoca

You can also finding more information by clicking here

Public Meetings and Events

The Holiday Spirit in Ward 25

December is just around the corner and Torontonians are getting into the holiday spirit

Were fortunate in a city as big as ours to have an abundance of community events and activities for

each member of your family to take part in

This is the time of year when arts and culture thrives and you dont have to look far to find

entertainment for all ages

If youre looking for live music the North York Concert Orchestras presentation of Soireacutees Musicales

is on December 12 This performance led by a talented group of musicians is not to be missed

If youd like to get a head start on your shopping ndash and beat the crowds ndash be sure to visit your local

business improvement area

Many boutiques and shops in the Yonge-Lawrence and Uptown Yonge BIAs participate in

YellowPages Shop the Neighbourhood Day on November 28 This is a great opportunity to support

local businesses and restaurants

If youre looking for local fare to serve at your holiday party be sure to visit the Organic Farmers

Market at the Toronto Botanical Garden This market held every Thursday from 2 to 7 pm offers the

best in local produce prepared food and much more

Outreach to those in need is especially important around the holidays The North York Harvest Food

Bank serves as the primary food bank for North Toronto and in 2014 alone served over 2 million

pounds of food

If youd like to volunteer with their organization or donate to their programs be sure to visit

7212019 November 2015 eNewsletter

httpslidepdfcomreaderfullnovember-2015-enewsletter 2831

wwwnorthyorkharvestcom

No matter what age you are or which activities you choose to take part in enjoy everything your

community has to offer and have a safe and happy holiday season

Uptown Yonge BIA Annual Tree Lighting Ceremony

Date Friday November 27

Time 700 pm

Location St Clements Parkette (14 St Clements Avenue)

Please join the Uptown Yonge BIA as they light up their Christmas tree

For more information please click here

49th Annual Cavalcade of Lights

Date Saturday November 28

Time 600 pm

Location Nathan Phillips Square (100 Queen Street W)

Mark the start of the holiday season by stopping by the 49th Annual Cavalcade of Lights in

Nathan Phillips Square

There is a great line-up of activities for the entire family For more information please click

here

YellowPages Shop the Neighbourhood Day

Date Saturday November 28

Location Participating businesses across Toronto

ShopTheHood is coming up fast Support local businesses in our neighbourhoods on

November 28

7212019 November 2015 eNewsletter

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Lawrence Park Community Church Christmas Market

Date Sunday November 29

Time 1130 am to 330 pm

Location Lawrence Park Community Church (2180 Bayview Avenue)

Get into the Christmas spirit by visiting the LPCCs Christmas Market on Sunday November 29

For more information please click here

Tree Planting Strategy Public Meeting and Survey

Date Monday November 30

Time 630 pm to 900 pm

Location Toronto City Hall Committee Room 2 (100 Queen Street W)

The City recognizes the significant community and environmental benefits of our urban forest

and is seeking your input on the development of programs and tools necessary to increase tree

planting on private land

Youre welcome to attend the public meeting above or to contribute your feedback through their

online survey which is available until December 14

For more information please click here

7212019 November 2015 eNewsletter

httpslidepdfcomreaderfullnovember-2015-enewsletter 3031

Toronto Botanical Garden Holiday Market amp Open House

Date Thursday December 3

Time Noon to 900 pm

Location 777 Lawrence Ave E

Be sure to visit the Toronto Botanical Gardens Annual Holiday Market and Open House next

Thursday December 3 Theres no better way to get into the holiday spirit

For more information please click here

Yorkminster Park Baptist Church 7th Annual City Carol Sing

Date Saturday December 5

Time 200 pm

Location 1585 Yonge Street (1 block north of St Clair Avenue)

For more information on this great event and the line-up of special guests please click

here

North York Concert Orchestra Soiregravees Musicales

Date Saturday December 12

Time 800 pm (pre-concert chat at 730 pm)

Location Yorkminster Citadel (1 Lord Seaton Road)

The North York Concert Orchestras 2015-2016 season is now underway Join them for their

presentation of Soiregravees Musicales

For more information and ticket prices please click here

Toronto Botanical Garden Weekly Organic Farmers Market

7212019 November 2015 eNewsletter

httpslidepdfcomreaderfullnovember-2015-enewsletter 3131

Date Every Thursday

Time 200 pm to 700 pm

Location 777 Lawrence Ave E

Head to the TBG on Thursdays to pick up local produce bread meat cheese honey prepared

food and more

For more information please click here

Toronto Public Library Tea amp Movies for Seniors at the Don Mills Branch

Date Friday Afternoons in the New Year

Time 200 pm

Location 888 Lawrence Ave E

The Don Mills Branch will be offering new programs for seniors in the new year including

tea amp movies on Friday afternoons

For more information please click here or call 416-395-5710

Copyright copy 2015 Toronto City Councillor Jaye Robinson All rights reserved

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Applicant Minto

Proposal 260 stacked townhouse units and retention of the three existing rental apartment

buildings

Status Following City Plannings initial community consultation meeting in Fall 2013 the

neighbourhood formed a working group The working group held a series of recent meetings and

recently reached out to the wider neighbourhood with a petition

For more information please contact John Andreevski (City Planner) at 416-395-7097

or jandreetorontoca

You may also contact the working group at yorkmillsleslieworkinggroupgmailcom

16 Kirtling Place

Applicant York-Kirtling Inc

Proposal Six townhouses fronting York Mills Road and one detached house off Kirtling

Status City Planning received this application in August and a community consultation

meeting took place in February 2015 City Plannings final report is expected in the coming

months

For more information please contact Guy Matthew (City Planner) at 416-395-7102

or gmatthe2torontoca

2425-2427 Bayview Avenue

Applicant Urbancorp

Proposal 40 townhouse units

Status Urbancorp purchased the site from Hush and submitted a new application to City

Planning in September 2014 The new application proposes to double the number of townhouses

on the site which were previously approved by the Ontario Municipal Board Urbancorp appealed

to the Ontario Municipal Board short-circuiting city plannings process A hearing is scheduled

for January 4 2016

For more information please contact Guy Matthew (City Planner) at 416-395-7102

or gmatthe2torontoca

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2437 Bayview Avenue

Applicant Larendale Group of Companies

Proposal Two-storey place of worship

Status City Planning received this application in December 2014 and a community consultation

meeting took place in March 2015

For more information please contact Michaelle Corcoran (City Planner) at 416-395-7130

or mcorcortorontoca

103 and 108 Bayview Ridge

Applicant M Behar Planning amp Design Inc

Proposal 11 townhouses fronting Bayview Avenue and four detached houses facing Bayview

Bridge

Status The applicant appealed to the Ontario Municipal Board in late 2013 short circuiting the

citys planning process The application went into mediation last Fall and a hearing was held on

June 1 2015 An OMB decision is expected in the coming months

For more information please contact Guy Matthew (City Planner) at 416-395-7102

or gmatthe2torontoca

The Ontario Municipal Board contact for this development is Julie Nolan (Case Coordinator) and

she may be reached at 416-326-6782

2 Wilket Road

Applicant Goldberg Group

Proposal Seven townhouses fronting Bayview Avenue and a single detached house

fronting Wilket Road

Status The applicant appealed to the Ontario Municipal Board and a hearing is scheduled

for January 18 2016

For more information please contact Guy Matthew (City Planner) at 416-395-7102

or gmatthe2torontoca

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2655-2659 Bayview Avenue and 15 Old Colony Road

Applicant Goldberg Group

Proposal 10 three-storey townhouses fronting Bayview and two detached houses facing

Old Colony Road

Status Following a community consultation in spring 2014 the applicant appealed to the

Ontario Municipal Board A hearing was held on August 26 2015 and an OMB decision is

expected in the coming months

For more information please contact Guy Matthew (City Planner) at 416-395-7102

or gmatthe2torontoca

The Ontario Municipal Board contact for this development is Raymond Borja (Case

Coordinator) and he may be reached at 416-326-5368

1087-1095 Leslie Street (Inn on the Park)

Applicant Tridel

Proposal Four condominium towers with heights of 28 29 24 and 39 storeys containing

1380 units and at-grade commercial space Also proposed are 2 blocks of 3-storey back-

to-back townhouses containing 20 units

Status A community consultation was held in June 2015 and staffs final report can be

expected in the coming months

For more information please contact John Andreevski (City Planner) at 416-395-7097

or jandreetorontoca

You may also visit the developments website by clicking here

200-214 Keewatin Avenue

Applicant 200 Keewatin Developments

Proposal Two 35-storey stacked townhouse blocks comprised of 80 residential units

Status City Planning received this application in February and a community consultation was

held in June 2015 The applicant appealed to the OMB short circuiting the citys full planning

process Ive directed city staff to attend the OMB and oppose this application A hearing hasnt

yet been scheduled

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For more information please contact John Andreevski (City Planner) at 416-395-7097

or jandreetorontoca

You may also visit the developments website by clicking here

49-51 Lawrence Avenue East and 84 Weybourne Crescent

Applicant Bousfields Inc

Proposal A four-storey stacked townhouse development with 22 residential units in two

blocks

Status An application was received by City Planning in May 2015 A community

consultation was held in late September In November 2015 the applicant appealed

directly to the Ontario Municipal Board

For more information please contact Guy Matthew (City Planner) at 416-395-7102

or gmatthe2torontoca

1888 Bayview Avenue

Applicant Tridel

Proposal The construction of a new 8-storey residential apartment building This is Phase 2 of

a two phase project

Status The application was approved by the Committee of Adjustment in August 2015

For more information please contact Kaitlyn Graham (Assistant Planner) at 416-395-7052

or kgrahamtorontoca

2851 Yonge Street

Applicant RE Millward amp Associates Ltd

Proposal An eight-storey 49 unit rental apartment building

Status City Planning received this application in April 2015 and a community consultation was

held in late September

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For more information please contact Michaelle Corcoran (City Planner) at 416-395-7130

or mcorcortorontoca

100 Broadway

Applicant Broadway Developments Inc

Proposal 34-storey apartment building with 329 residential apartment units

Status An application has been submitted Staffs preliminary report is expected for

January 2016 with a community consultation scheduled shortly afterwards

For more information please contact John Andreevski (City Planner) at 416-395-7097

or jandreetorontoca

169 The Donway West

Applicant Bousfields Inc

Proposal Mixed use development with a 34-storey tower and a 39-storey tower with a 2-

storey connecting base 736 residential units and 3000 square meters of retailoffice

space on the ground floor

Status An application has been submitted Staffs preliminary report is expected in the

coming months

For more information please contact John Lyon (City Planner) at 416-395-7095

or jlyontorontoca

Bayview Avenue Design Guidelines Planning Study

Background Townhouse design guidelines study of Bayview Avenue between Lawrence

Avenue and the 401

Status The Bayview Design Guidelines were passed at the November 2015 North York

Community Council meeting

For more information please contact Guy Matthew (City Planner) at 416-395-7102

or gmatthe2torontoca

You can also finding more information by clicking here

Subscribe Share Past Issues Transla

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Midtown in Focus Planning Study

Background A parks open space and st reetscape master plan for the Yonge and Eglinton

neighbourhood

Status Adopted by City Council

For more information please contact Leo DeSorcy (City Planner) at 416-395-7139

or ldesorcytorontoca

You can also finding more information by clicking here

Public Meetings and Events

The Holiday Spirit in Ward 25

December is just around the corner and Torontonians are getting into the holiday spirit

Were fortunate in a city as big as ours to have an abundance of community events and activities for

each member of your family to take part in

This is the time of year when arts and culture thrives and you dont have to look far to find

entertainment for all ages

If youre looking for live music the North York Concert Orchestras presentation of Soireacutees Musicales

is on December 12 This performance led by a talented group of musicians is not to be missed

If youd like to get a head start on your shopping ndash and beat the crowds ndash be sure to visit your local

business improvement area

Many boutiques and shops in the Yonge-Lawrence and Uptown Yonge BIAs participate in

YellowPages Shop the Neighbourhood Day on November 28 This is a great opportunity to support

local businesses and restaurants

If youre looking for local fare to serve at your holiday party be sure to visit the Organic Farmers

Market at the Toronto Botanical Garden This market held every Thursday from 2 to 7 pm offers the

best in local produce prepared food and much more

Outreach to those in need is especially important around the holidays The North York Harvest Food

Bank serves as the primary food bank for North Toronto and in 2014 alone served over 2 million

pounds of food

If youd like to volunteer with their organization or donate to their programs be sure to visit

7212019 November 2015 eNewsletter

httpslidepdfcomreaderfullnovember-2015-enewsletter 2831

wwwnorthyorkharvestcom

No matter what age you are or which activities you choose to take part in enjoy everything your

community has to offer and have a safe and happy holiday season

Uptown Yonge BIA Annual Tree Lighting Ceremony

Date Friday November 27

Time 700 pm

Location St Clements Parkette (14 St Clements Avenue)

Please join the Uptown Yonge BIA as they light up their Christmas tree

For more information please click here

49th Annual Cavalcade of Lights

Date Saturday November 28

Time 600 pm

Location Nathan Phillips Square (100 Queen Street W)

Mark the start of the holiday season by stopping by the 49th Annual Cavalcade of Lights in

Nathan Phillips Square

There is a great line-up of activities for the entire family For more information please click

here

YellowPages Shop the Neighbourhood Day

Date Saturday November 28

Location Participating businesses across Toronto

ShopTheHood is coming up fast Support local businesses in our neighbourhoods on

November 28

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Lawrence Park Community Church Christmas Market

Date Sunday November 29

Time 1130 am to 330 pm

Location Lawrence Park Community Church (2180 Bayview Avenue)

Get into the Christmas spirit by visiting the LPCCs Christmas Market on Sunday November 29

For more information please click here

Tree Planting Strategy Public Meeting and Survey

Date Monday November 30

Time 630 pm to 900 pm

Location Toronto City Hall Committee Room 2 (100 Queen Street W)

The City recognizes the significant community and environmental benefits of our urban forest

and is seeking your input on the development of programs and tools necessary to increase tree

planting on private land

Youre welcome to attend the public meeting above or to contribute your feedback through their

online survey which is available until December 14

For more information please click here

7212019 November 2015 eNewsletter

httpslidepdfcomreaderfullnovember-2015-enewsletter 3031

Toronto Botanical Garden Holiday Market amp Open House

Date Thursday December 3

Time Noon to 900 pm

Location 777 Lawrence Ave E

Be sure to visit the Toronto Botanical Gardens Annual Holiday Market and Open House next

Thursday December 3 Theres no better way to get into the holiday spirit

For more information please click here

Yorkminster Park Baptist Church 7th Annual City Carol Sing

Date Saturday December 5

Time 200 pm

Location 1585 Yonge Street (1 block north of St Clair Avenue)

For more information on this great event and the line-up of special guests please click

here

North York Concert Orchestra Soiregravees Musicales

Date Saturday December 12

Time 800 pm (pre-concert chat at 730 pm)

Location Yorkminster Citadel (1 Lord Seaton Road)

The North York Concert Orchestras 2015-2016 season is now underway Join them for their

presentation of Soiregravees Musicales

For more information and ticket prices please click here

Toronto Botanical Garden Weekly Organic Farmers Market

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Date Every Thursday

Time 200 pm to 700 pm

Location 777 Lawrence Ave E

Head to the TBG on Thursdays to pick up local produce bread meat cheese honey prepared

food and more

For more information please click here

Toronto Public Library Tea amp Movies for Seniors at the Don Mills Branch

Date Friday Afternoons in the New Year

Time 200 pm

Location 888 Lawrence Ave E

The Don Mills Branch will be offering new programs for seniors in the new year including

tea amp movies on Friday afternoons

For more information please click here or call 416-395-5710

Copyright copy 2015 Toronto City Councillor Jaye Robinson All rights reserved

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2437 Bayview Avenue

Applicant Larendale Group of Companies

Proposal Two-storey place of worship

Status City Planning received this application in December 2014 and a community consultation

meeting took place in March 2015

For more information please contact Michaelle Corcoran (City Planner) at 416-395-7130

or mcorcortorontoca

103 and 108 Bayview Ridge

Applicant M Behar Planning amp Design Inc

Proposal 11 townhouses fronting Bayview Avenue and four detached houses facing Bayview

Bridge

Status The applicant appealed to the Ontario Municipal Board in late 2013 short circuiting the

citys planning process The application went into mediation last Fall and a hearing was held on

June 1 2015 An OMB decision is expected in the coming months

For more information please contact Guy Matthew (City Planner) at 416-395-7102

or gmatthe2torontoca

The Ontario Municipal Board contact for this development is Julie Nolan (Case Coordinator) and

she may be reached at 416-326-6782

2 Wilket Road

Applicant Goldberg Group

Proposal Seven townhouses fronting Bayview Avenue and a single detached house

fronting Wilket Road

Status The applicant appealed to the Ontario Municipal Board and a hearing is scheduled

for January 18 2016

For more information please contact Guy Matthew (City Planner) at 416-395-7102

or gmatthe2torontoca

7212019 November 2015 eNewsletter

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2655-2659 Bayview Avenue and 15 Old Colony Road

Applicant Goldberg Group

Proposal 10 three-storey townhouses fronting Bayview and two detached houses facing

Old Colony Road

Status Following a community consultation in spring 2014 the applicant appealed to the

Ontario Municipal Board A hearing was held on August 26 2015 and an OMB decision is

expected in the coming months

For more information please contact Guy Matthew (City Planner) at 416-395-7102

or gmatthe2torontoca

The Ontario Municipal Board contact for this development is Raymond Borja (Case

Coordinator) and he may be reached at 416-326-5368

1087-1095 Leslie Street (Inn on the Park)

Applicant Tridel

Proposal Four condominium towers with heights of 28 29 24 and 39 storeys containing

1380 units and at-grade commercial space Also proposed are 2 blocks of 3-storey back-

to-back townhouses containing 20 units

Status A community consultation was held in June 2015 and staffs final report can be

expected in the coming months

For more information please contact John Andreevski (City Planner) at 416-395-7097

or jandreetorontoca

You may also visit the developments website by clicking here

200-214 Keewatin Avenue

Applicant 200 Keewatin Developments

Proposal Two 35-storey stacked townhouse blocks comprised of 80 residential units

Status City Planning received this application in February and a community consultation was

held in June 2015 The applicant appealed to the OMB short circuiting the citys full planning

process Ive directed city staff to attend the OMB and oppose this application A hearing hasnt

yet been scheduled

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httpslidepdfcomreaderfullnovember-2015-enewsletter 2531

For more information please contact John Andreevski (City Planner) at 416-395-7097

or jandreetorontoca

You may also visit the developments website by clicking here

49-51 Lawrence Avenue East and 84 Weybourne Crescent

Applicant Bousfields Inc

Proposal A four-storey stacked townhouse development with 22 residential units in two

blocks

Status An application was received by City Planning in May 2015 A community

consultation was held in late September In November 2015 the applicant appealed

directly to the Ontario Municipal Board

For more information please contact Guy Matthew (City Planner) at 416-395-7102

or gmatthe2torontoca

1888 Bayview Avenue

Applicant Tridel

Proposal The construction of a new 8-storey residential apartment building This is Phase 2 of

a two phase project

Status The application was approved by the Committee of Adjustment in August 2015

For more information please contact Kaitlyn Graham (Assistant Planner) at 416-395-7052

or kgrahamtorontoca

2851 Yonge Street

Applicant RE Millward amp Associates Ltd

Proposal An eight-storey 49 unit rental apartment building

Status City Planning received this application in April 2015 and a community consultation was

held in late September

7212019 November 2015 eNewsletter

httpslidepdfcomreaderfullnovember-2015-enewsletter 2631

For more information please contact Michaelle Corcoran (City Planner) at 416-395-7130

or mcorcortorontoca

100 Broadway

Applicant Broadway Developments Inc

Proposal 34-storey apartment building with 329 residential apartment units

Status An application has been submitted Staffs preliminary report is expected for

January 2016 with a community consultation scheduled shortly afterwards

For more information please contact John Andreevski (City Planner) at 416-395-7097

or jandreetorontoca

169 The Donway West

Applicant Bousfields Inc

Proposal Mixed use development with a 34-storey tower and a 39-storey tower with a 2-

storey connecting base 736 residential units and 3000 square meters of retailoffice

space on the ground floor

Status An application has been submitted Staffs preliminary report is expected in the

coming months

For more information please contact John Lyon (City Planner) at 416-395-7095

or jlyontorontoca

Bayview Avenue Design Guidelines Planning Study

Background Townhouse design guidelines study of Bayview Avenue between Lawrence

Avenue and the 401

Status The Bayview Design Guidelines were passed at the November 2015 North York

Community Council meeting

For more information please contact Guy Matthew (City Planner) at 416-395-7102

or gmatthe2torontoca

You can also finding more information by clicking here

Subscribe Share Past Issues Transla

7212019 November 2015 eNewsletter

httpslidepdfcomreaderfullnovember-2015-enewsletter 2731

Midtown in Focus Planning Study

Background A parks open space and st reetscape master plan for the Yonge and Eglinton

neighbourhood

Status Adopted by City Council

For more information please contact Leo DeSorcy (City Planner) at 416-395-7139

or ldesorcytorontoca

You can also finding more information by clicking here

Public Meetings and Events

The Holiday Spirit in Ward 25

December is just around the corner and Torontonians are getting into the holiday spirit

Were fortunate in a city as big as ours to have an abundance of community events and activities for

each member of your family to take part in

This is the time of year when arts and culture thrives and you dont have to look far to find

entertainment for all ages

If youre looking for live music the North York Concert Orchestras presentation of Soireacutees Musicales

is on December 12 This performance led by a talented group of musicians is not to be missed

If youd like to get a head start on your shopping ndash and beat the crowds ndash be sure to visit your local

business improvement area

Many boutiques and shops in the Yonge-Lawrence and Uptown Yonge BIAs participate in

YellowPages Shop the Neighbourhood Day on November 28 This is a great opportunity to support

local businesses and restaurants

If youre looking for local fare to serve at your holiday party be sure to visit the Organic Farmers

Market at the Toronto Botanical Garden This market held every Thursday from 2 to 7 pm offers the

best in local produce prepared food and much more

Outreach to those in need is especially important around the holidays The North York Harvest Food

Bank serves as the primary food bank for North Toronto and in 2014 alone served over 2 million

pounds of food

If youd like to volunteer with their organization or donate to their programs be sure to visit

7212019 November 2015 eNewsletter

httpslidepdfcomreaderfullnovember-2015-enewsletter 2831

wwwnorthyorkharvestcom

No matter what age you are or which activities you choose to take part in enjoy everything your

community has to offer and have a safe and happy holiday season

Uptown Yonge BIA Annual Tree Lighting Ceremony

Date Friday November 27

Time 700 pm

Location St Clements Parkette (14 St Clements Avenue)

Please join the Uptown Yonge BIA as they light up their Christmas tree

For more information please click here

49th Annual Cavalcade of Lights

Date Saturday November 28

Time 600 pm

Location Nathan Phillips Square (100 Queen Street W)

Mark the start of the holiday season by stopping by the 49th Annual Cavalcade of Lights in

Nathan Phillips Square

There is a great line-up of activities for the entire family For more information please click

here

YellowPages Shop the Neighbourhood Day

Date Saturday November 28

Location Participating businesses across Toronto

ShopTheHood is coming up fast Support local businesses in our neighbourhoods on

November 28

7212019 November 2015 eNewsletter

httpslidepdfcomreaderfullnovember-2015-enewsletter 2931

Lawrence Park Community Church Christmas Market

Date Sunday November 29

Time 1130 am to 330 pm

Location Lawrence Park Community Church (2180 Bayview Avenue)

Get into the Christmas spirit by visiting the LPCCs Christmas Market on Sunday November 29

For more information please click here

Tree Planting Strategy Public Meeting and Survey

Date Monday November 30

Time 630 pm to 900 pm

Location Toronto City Hall Committee Room 2 (100 Queen Street W)

The City recognizes the significant community and environmental benefits of our urban forest

and is seeking your input on the development of programs and tools necessary to increase tree

planting on private land

Youre welcome to attend the public meeting above or to contribute your feedback through their

online survey which is available until December 14

For more information please click here

7212019 November 2015 eNewsletter

httpslidepdfcomreaderfullnovember-2015-enewsletter 3031

Toronto Botanical Garden Holiday Market amp Open House

Date Thursday December 3

Time Noon to 900 pm

Location 777 Lawrence Ave E

Be sure to visit the Toronto Botanical Gardens Annual Holiday Market and Open House next

Thursday December 3 Theres no better way to get into the holiday spirit

For more information please click here

Yorkminster Park Baptist Church 7th Annual City Carol Sing

Date Saturday December 5

Time 200 pm

Location 1585 Yonge Street (1 block north of St Clair Avenue)

For more information on this great event and the line-up of special guests please click

here

North York Concert Orchestra Soiregravees Musicales

Date Saturday December 12

Time 800 pm (pre-concert chat at 730 pm)

Location Yorkminster Citadel (1 Lord Seaton Road)

The North York Concert Orchestras 2015-2016 season is now underway Join them for their

presentation of Soiregravees Musicales

For more information and ticket prices please click here

Toronto Botanical Garden Weekly Organic Farmers Market

7212019 November 2015 eNewsletter

httpslidepdfcomreaderfullnovember-2015-enewsletter 3131

Date Every Thursday

Time 200 pm to 700 pm

Location 777 Lawrence Ave E

Head to the TBG on Thursdays to pick up local produce bread meat cheese honey prepared

food and more

For more information please click here

Toronto Public Library Tea amp Movies for Seniors at the Don Mills Branch

Date Friday Afternoons in the New Year

Time 200 pm

Location 888 Lawrence Ave E

The Don Mills Branch will be offering new programs for seniors in the new year including

tea amp movies on Friday afternoons

For more information please click here or call 416-395-5710

Copyright copy 2015 Toronto City Councillor Jaye Robinson All rights reserved

unsubsc ribe from this list update subscription preferences

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2655-2659 Bayview Avenue and 15 Old Colony Road

Applicant Goldberg Group

Proposal 10 three-storey townhouses fronting Bayview and two detached houses facing

Old Colony Road

Status Following a community consultation in spring 2014 the applicant appealed to the

Ontario Municipal Board A hearing was held on August 26 2015 and an OMB decision is

expected in the coming months

For more information please contact Guy Matthew (City Planner) at 416-395-7102

or gmatthe2torontoca

The Ontario Municipal Board contact for this development is Raymond Borja (Case

Coordinator) and he may be reached at 416-326-5368

1087-1095 Leslie Street (Inn on the Park)

Applicant Tridel

Proposal Four condominium towers with heights of 28 29 24 and 39 storeys containing

1380 units and at-grade commercial space Also proposed are 2 blocks of 3-storey back-

to-back townhouses containing 20 units

Status A community consultation was held in June 2015 and staffs final report can be

expected in the coming months

For more information please contact John Andreevski (City Planner) at 416-395-7097

or jandreetorontoca

You may also visit the developments website by clicking here

200-214 Keewatin Avenue

Applicant 200 Keewatin Developments

Proposal Two 35-storey stacked townhouse blocks comprised of 80 residential units

Status City Planning received this application in February and a community consultation was

held in June 2015 The applicant appealed to the OMB short circuiting the citys full planning

process Ive directed city staff to attend the OMB and oppose this application A hearing hasnt

yet been scheduled

7212019 November 2015 eNewsletter

httpslidepdfcomreaderfullnovember-2015-enewsletter 2531

For more information please contact John Andreevski (City Planner) at 416-395-7097

or jandreetorontoca

You may also visit the developments website by clicking here

49-51 Lawrence Avenue East and 84 Weybourne Crescent

Applicant Bousfields Inc

Proposal A four-storey stacked townhouse development with 22 residential units in two

blocks

Status An application was received by City Planning in May 2015 A community

consultation was held in late September In November 2015 the applicant appealed

directly to the Ontario Municipal Board

For more information please contact Guy Matthew (City Planner) at 416-395-7102

or gmatthe2torontoca

1888 Bayview Avenue

Applicant Tridel

Proposal The construction of a new 8-storey residential apartment building This is Phase 2 of

a two phase project

Status The application was approved by the Committee of Adjustment in August 2015

For more information please contact Kaitlyn Graham (Assistant Planner) at 416-395-7052

or kgrahamtorontoca

2851 Yonge Street

Applicant RE Millward amp Associates Ltd

Proposal An eight-storey 49 unit rental apartment building

Status City Planning received this application in April 2015 and a community consultation was

held in late September

7212019 November 2015 eNewsletter

httpslidepdfcomreaderfullnovember-2015-enewsletter 2631

For more information please contact Michaelle Corcoran (City Planner) at 416-395-7130

or mcorcortorontoca

100 Broadway

Applicant Broadway Developments Inc

Proposal 34-storey apartment building with 329 residential apartment units

Status An application has been submitted Staffs preliminary report is expected for

January 2016 with a community consultation scheduled shortly afterwards

For more information please contact John Andreevski (City Planner) at 416-395-7097

or jandreetorontoca

169 The Donway West

Applicant Bousfields Inc

Proposal Mixed use development with a 34-storey tower and a 39-storey tower with a 2-

storey connecting base 736 residential units and 3000 square meters of retailoffice

space on the ground floor

Status An application has been submitted Staffs preliminary report is expected in the

coming months

For more information please contact John Lyon (City Planner) at 416-395-7095

or jlyontorontoca

Bayview Avenue Design Guidelines Planning Study

Background Townhouse design guidelines study of Bayview Avenue between Lawrence

Avenue and the 401

Status The Bayview Design Guidelines were passed at the November 2015 North York

Community Council meeting

For more information please contact Guy Matthew (City Planner) at 416-395-7102

or gmatthe2torontoca

You can also finding more information by clicking here

Subscribe Share Past Issues Transla

7212019 November 2015 eNewsletter

httpslidepdfcomreaderfullnovember-2015-enewsletter 2731

Midtown in Focus Planning Study

Background A parks open space and st reetscape master plan for the Yonge and Eglinton

neighbourhood

Status Adopted by City Council

For more information please contact Leo DeSorcy (City Planner) at 416-395-7139

or ldesorcytorontoca

You can also finding more information by clicking here

Public Meetings and Events

The Holiday Spirit in Ward 25

December is just around the corner and Torontonians are getting into the holiday spirit

Were fortunate in a city as big as ours to have an abundance of community events and activities for

each member of your family to take part in

This is the time of year when arts and culture thrives and you dont have to look far to find

entertainment for all ages

If youre looking for live music the North York Concert Orchestras presentation of Soireacutees Musicales

is on December 12 This performance led by a talented group of musicians is not to be missed

If youd like to get a head start on your shopping ndash and beat the crowds ndash be sure to visit your local

business improvement area

Many boutiques and shops in the Yonge-Lawrence and Uptown Yonge BIAs participate in

YellowPages Shop the Neighbourhood Day on November 28 This is a great opportunity to support

local businesses and restaurants

If youre looking for local fare to serve at your holiday party be sure to visit the Organic Farmers

Market at the Toronto Botanical Garden This market held every Thursday from 2 to 7 pm offers the

best in local produce prepared food and much more

Outreach to those in need is especially important around the holidays The North York Harvest Food

Bank serves as the primary food bank for North Toronto and in 2014 alone served over 2 million

pounds of food

If youd like to volunteer with their organization or donate to their programs be sure to visit

7212019 November 2015 eNewsletter

httpslidepdfcomreaderfullnovember-2015-enewsletter 2831

wwwnorthyorkharvestcom

No matter what age you are or which activities you choose to take part in enjoy everything your

community has to offer and have a safe and happy holiday season

Uptown Yonge BIA Annual Tree Lighting Ceremony

Date Friday November 27

Time 700 pm

Location St Clements Parkette (14 St Clements Avenue)

Please join the Uptown Yonge BIA as they light up their Christmas tree

For more information please click here

49th Annual Cavalcade of Lights

Date Saturday November 28

Time 600 pm

Location Nathan Phillips Square (100 Queen Street W)

Mark the start of the holiday season by stopping by the 49th Annual Cavalcade of Lights in

Nathan Phillips Square

There is a great line-up of activities for the entire family For more information please click

here

YellowPages Shop the Neighbourhood Day

Date Saturday November 28

Location Participating businesses across Toronto

ShopTheHood is coming up fast Support local businesses in our neighbourhoods on

November 28

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Lawrence Park Community Church Christmas Market

Date Sunday November 29

Time 1130 am to 330 pm

Location Lawrence Park Community Church (2180 Bayview Avenue)

Get into the Christmas spirit by visiting the LPCCs Christmas Market on Sunday November 29

For more information please click here

Tree Planting Strategy Public Meeting and Survey

Date Monday November 30

Time 630 pm to 900 pm

Location Toronto City Hall Committee Room 2 (100 Queen Street W)

The City recognizes the significant community and environmental benefits of our urban forest

and is seeking your input on the development of programs and tools necessary to increase tree

planting on private land

Youre welcome to attend the public meeting above or to contribute your feedback through their

online survey which is available until December 14

For more information please click here

7212019 November 2015 eNewsletter

httpslidepdfcomreaderfullnovember-2015-enewsletter 3031

Toronto Botanical Garden Holiday Market amp Open House

Date Thursday December 3

Time Noon to 900 pm

Location 777 Lawrence Ave E

Be sure to visit the Toronto Botanical Gardens Annual Holiday Market and Open House next

Thursday December 3 Theres no better way to get into the holiday spirit

For more information please click here

Yorkminster Park Baptist Church 7th Annual City Carol Sing

Date Saturday December 5

Time 200 pm

Location 1585 Yonge Street (1 block north of St Clair Avenue)

For more information on this great event and the line-up of special guests please click

here

North York Concert Orchestra Soiregravees Musicales

Date Saturday December 12

Time 800 pm (pre-concert chat at 730 pm)

Location Yorkminster Citadel (1 Lord Seaton Road)

The North York Concert Orchestras 2015-2016 season is now underway Join them for their

presentation of Soiregravees Musicales

For more information and ticket prices please click here

Toronto Botanical Garden Weekly Organic Farmers Market

7212019 November 2015 eNewsletter

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Date Every Thursday

Time 200 pm to 700 pm

Location 777 Lawrence Ave E

Head to the TBG on Thursdays to pick up local produce bread meat cheese honey prepared

food and more

For more information please click here

Toronto Public Library Tea amp Movies for Seniors at the Don Mills Branch

Date Friday Afternoons in the New Year

Time 200 pm

Location 888 Lawrence Ave E

The Don Mills Branch will be offering new programs for seniors in the new year including

tea amp movies on Friday afternoons

For more information please click here or call 416-395-5710

Copyright copy 2015 Toronto City Councillor Jaye Robinson All rights reserved

unsubsc ribe from this list update subscription preferences

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For more information please contact John Andreevski (City Planner) at 416-395-7097

or jandreetorontoca

You may also visit the developments website by clicking here

49-51 Lawrence Avenue East and 84 Weybourne Crescent

Applicant Bousfields Inc

Proposal A four-storey stacked townhouse development with 22 residential units in two

blocks

Status An application was received by City Planning in May 2015 A community

consultation was held in late September In November 2015 the applicant appealed

directly to the Ontario Municipal Board

For more information please contact Guy Matthew (City Planner) at 416-395-7102

or gmatthe2torontoca

1888 Bayview Avenue

Applicant Tridel

Proposal The construction of a new 8-storey residential apartment building This is Phase 2 of

a two phase project

Status The application was approved by the Committee of Adjustment in August 2015

For more information please contact Kaitlyn Graham (Assistant Planner) at 416-395-7052

or kgrahamtorontoca

2851 Yonge Street

Applicant RE Millward amp Associates Ltd

Proposal An eight-storey 49 unit rental apartment building

Status City Planning received this application in April 2015 and a community consultation was

held in late September

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For more information please contact Michaelle Corcoran (City Planner) at 416-395-7130

or mcorcortorontoca

100 Broadway

Applicant Broadway Developments Inc

Proposal 34-storey apartment building with 329 residential apartment units

Status An application has been submitted Staffs preliminary report is expected for

January 2016 with a community consultation scheduled shortly afterwards

For more information please contact John Andreevski (City Planner) at 416-395-7097

or jandreetorontoca

169 The Donway West

Applicant Bousfields Inc

Proposal Mixed use development with a 34-storey tower and a 39-storey tower with a 2-

storey connecting base 736 residential units and 3000 square meters of retailoffice

space on the ground floor

Status An application has been submitted Staffs preliminary report is expected in the

coming months

For more information please contact John Lyon (City Planner) at 416-395-7095

or jlyontorontoca

Bayview Avenue Design Guidelines Planning Study

Background Townhouse design guidelines study of Bayview Avenue between Lawrence

Avenue and the 401

Status The Bayview Design Guidelines were passed at the November 2015 North York

Community Council meeting

For more information please contact Guy Matthew (City Planner) at 416-395-7102

or gmatthe2torontoca

You can also finding more information by clicking here

Subscribe Share Past Issues Transla

7212019 November 2015 eNewsletter

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Midtown in Focus Planning Study

Background A parks open space and st reetscape master plan for the Yonge and Eglinton

neighbourhood

Status Adopted by City Council

For more information please contact Leo DeSorcy (City Planner) at 416-395-7139

or ldesorcytorontoca

You can also finding more information by clicking here

Public Meetings and Events

The Holiday Spirit in Ward 25

December is just around the corner and Torontonians are getting into the holiday spirit

Were fortunate in a city as big as ours to have an abundance of community events and activities for

each member of your family to take part in

This is the time of year when arts and culture thrives and you dont have to look far to find

entertainment for all ages

If youre looking for live music the North York Concert Orchestras presentation of Soireacutees Musicales

is on December 12 This performance led by a talented group of musicians is not to be missed

If youd like to get a head start on your shopping ndash and beat the crowds ndash be sure to visit your local

business improvement area

Many boutiques and shops in the Yonge-Lawrence and Uptown Yonge BIAs participate in

YellowPages Shop the Neighbourhood Day on November 28 This is a great opportunity to support

local businesses and restaurants

If youre looking for local fare to serve at your holiday party be sure to visit the Organic Farmers

Market at the Toronto Botanical Garden This market held every Thursday from 2 to 7 pm offers the

best in local produce prepared food and much more

Outreach to those in need is especially important around the holidays The North York Harvest Food

Bank serves as the primary food bank for North Toronto and in 2014 alone served over 2 million

pounds of food

If youd like to volunteer with their organization or donate to their programs be sure to visit

7212019 November 2015 eNewsletter

httpslidepdfcomreaderfullnovember-2015-enewsletter 2831

wwwnorthyorkharvestcom

No matter what age you are or which activities you choose to take part in enjoy everything your

community has to offer and have a safe and happy holiday season

Uptown Yonge BIA Annual Tree Lighting Ceremony

Date Friday November 27

Time 700 pm

Location St Clements Parkette (14 St Clements Avenue)

Please join the Uptown Yonge BIA as they light up their Christmas tree

For more information please click here

49th Annual Cavalcade of Lights

Date Saturday November 28

Time 600 pm

Location Nathan Phillips Square (100 Queen Street W)

Mark the start of the holiday season by stopping by the 49th Annual Cavalcade of Lights in

Nathan Phillips Square

There is a great line-up of activities for the entire family For more information please click

here

YellowPages Shop the Neighbourhood Day

Date Saturday November 28

Location Participating businesses across Toronto

ShopTheHood is coming up fast Support local businesses in our neighbourhoods on

November 28

7212019 November 2015 eNewsletter

httpslidepdfcomreaderfullnovember-2015-enewsletter 2931

Lawrence Park Community Church Christmas Market

Date Sunday November 29

Time 1130 am to 330 pm

Location Lawrence Park Community Church (2180 Bayview Avenue)

Get into the Christmas spirit by visiting the LPCCs Christmas Market on Sunday November 29

For more information please click here

Tree Planting Strategy Public Meeting and Survey

Date Monday November 30

Time 630 pm to 900 pm

Location Toronto City Hall Committee Room 2 (100 Queen Street W)

The City recognizes the significant community and environmental benefits of our urban forest

and is seeking your input on the development of programs and tools necessary to increase tree

planting on private land

Youre welcome to attend the public meeting above or to contribute your feedback through their

online survey which is available until December 14

For more information please click here

7212019 November 2015 eNewsletter

httpslidepdfcomreaderfullnovember-2015-enewsletter 3031

Toronto Botanical Garden Holiday Market amp Open House

Date Thursday December 3

Time Noon to 900 pm

Location 777 Lawrence Ave E

Be sure to visit the Toronto Botanical Gardens Annual Holiday Market and Open House next

Thursday December 3 Theres no better way to get into the holiday spirit

For more information please click here

Yorkminster Park Baptist Church 7th Annual City Carol Sing

Date Saturday December 5

Time 200 pm

Location 1585 Yonge Street (1 block north of St Clair Avenue)

For more information on this great event and the line-up of special guests please click

here

North York Concert Orchestra Soiregravees Musicales

Date Saturday December 12

Time 800 pm (pre-concert chat at 730 pm)

Location Yorkminster Citadel (1 Lord Seaton Road)

The North York Concert Orchestras 2015-2016 season is now underway Join them for their

presentation of Soiregravees Musicales

For more information and ticket prices please click here

Toronto Botanical Garden Weekly Organic Farmers Market

7212019 November 2015 eNewsletter

httpslidepdfcomreaderfullnovember-2015-enewsletter 3131

Date Every Thursday

Time 200 pm to 700 pm

Location 777 Lawrence Ave E

Head to the TBG on Thursdays to pick up local produce bread meat cheese honey prepared

food and more

For more information please click here

Toronto Public Library Tea amp Movies for Seniors at the Don Mills Branch

Date Friday Afternoons in the New Year

Time 200 pm

Location 888 Lawrence Ave E

The Don Mills Branch will be offering new programs for seniors in the new year including

tea amp movies on Friday afternoons

For more information please click here or call 416-395-5710

Copyright copy 2015 Toronto City Councillor Jaye Robinson All rights reserved

unsubsc ribe from this list update subscription preferences

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For more information please contact Michaelle Corcoran (City Planner) at 416-395-7130

or mcorcortorontoca

100 Broadway

Applicant Broadway Developments Inc

Proposal 34-storey apartment building with 329 residential apartment units

Status An application has been submitted Staffs preliminary report is expected for

January 2016 with a community consultation scheduled shortly afterwards

For more information please contact John Andreevski (City Planner) at 416-395-7097

or jandreetorontoca

169 The Donway West

Applicant Bousfields Inc

Proposal Mixed use development with a 34-storey tower and a 39-storey tower with a 2-

storey connecting base 736 residential units and 3000 square meters of retailoffice

space on the ground floor

Status An application has been submitted Staffs preliminary report is expected in the

coming months

For more information please contact John Lyon (City Planner) at 416-395-7095

or jlyontorontoca

Bayview Avenue Design Guidelines Planning Study

Background Townhouse design guidelines study of Bayview Avenue between Lawrence

Avenue and the 401

Status The Bayview Design Guidelines were passed at the November 2015 North York

Community Council meeting

For more information please contact Guy Matthew (City Planner) at 416-395-7102

or gmatthe2torontoca

You can also finding more information by clicking here

Subscribe Share Past Issues Transla

7212019 November 2015 eNewsletter

httpslidepdfcomreaderfullnovember-2015-enewsletter 2731

Midtown in Focus Planning Study

Background A parks open space and st reetscape master plan for the Yonge and Eglinton

neighbourhood

Status Adopted by City Council

For more information please contact Leo DeSorcy (City Planner) at 416-395-7139

or ldesorcytorontoca

You can also finding more information by clicking here

Public Meetings and Events

The Holiday Spirit in Ward 25

December is just around the corner and Torontonians are getting into the holiday spirit

Were fortunate in a city as big as ours to have an abundance of community events and activities for

each member of your family to take part in

This is the time of year when arts and culture thrives and you dont have to look far to find

entertainment for all ages

If youre looking for live music the North York Concert Orchestras presentation of Soireacutees Musicales

is on December 12 This performance led by a talented group of musicians is not to be missed

If youd like to get a head start on your shopping ndash and beat the crowds ndash be sure to visit your local

business improvement area

Many boutiques and shops in the Yonge-Lawrence and Uptown Yonge BIAs participate in

YellowPages Shop the Neighbourhood Day on November 28 This is a great opportunity to support

local businesses and restaurants

If youre looking for local fare to serve at your holiday party be sure to visit the Organic Farmers

Market at the Toronto Botanical Garden This market held every Thursday from 2 to 7 pm offers the

best in local produce prepared food and much more

Outreach to those in need is especially important around the holidays The North York Harvest Food

Bank serves as the primary food bank for North Toronto and in 2014 alone served over 2 million

pounds of food

If youd like to volunteer with their organization or donate to their programs be sure to visit

7212019 November 2015 eNewsletter

httpslidepdfcomreaderfullnovember-2015-enewsletter 2831

wwwnorthyorkharvestcom

No matter what age you are or which activities you choose to take part in enjoy everything your

community has to offer and have a safe and happy holiday season

Uptown Yonge BIA Annual Tree Lighting Ceremony

Date Friday November 27

Time 700 pm

Location St Clements Parkette (14 St Clements Avenue)

Please join the Uptown Yonge BIA as they light up their Christmas tree

For more information please click here

49th Annual Cavalcade of Lights

Date Saturday November 28

Time 600 pm

Location Nathan Phillips Square (100 Queen Street W)

Mark the start of the holiday season by stopping by the 49th Annual Cavalcade of Lights in

Nathan Phillips Square

There is a great line-up of activities for the entire family For more information please click

here

YellowPages Shop the Neighbourhood Day

Date Saturday November 28

Location Participating businesses across Toronto

ShopTheHood is coming up fast Support local businesses in our neighbourhoods on

November 28

7212019 November 2015 eNewsletter

httpslidepdfcomreaderfullnovember-2015-enewsletter 2931

Lawrence Park Community Church Christmas Market

Date Sunday November 29

Time 1130 am to 330 pm

Location Lawrence Park Community Church (2180 Bayview Avenue)

Get into the Christmas spirit by visiting the LPCCs Christmas Market on Sunday November 29

For more information please click here

Tree Planting Strategy Public Meeting and Survey

Date Monday November 30

Time 630 pm to 900 pm

Location Toronto City Hall Committee Room 2 (100 Queen Street W)

The City recognizes the significant community and environmental benefits of our urban forest

and is seeking your input on the development of programs and tools necessary to increase tree

planting on private land

Youre welcome to attend the public meeting above or to contribute your feedback through their

online survey which is available until December 14

For more information please click here

7212019 November 2015 eNewsletter

httpslidepdfcomreaderfullnovember-2015-enewsletter 3031

Toronto Botanical Garden Holiday Market amp Open House

Date Thursday December 3

Time Noon to 900 pm

Location 777 Lawrence Ave E

Be sure to visit the Toronto Botanical Gardens Annual Holiday Market and Open House next

Thursday December 3 Theres no better way to get into the holiday spirit

For more information please click here

Yorkminster Park Baptist Church 7th Annual City Carol Sing

Date Saturday December 5

Time 200 pm

Location 1585 Yonge Street (1 block north of St Clair Avenue)

For more information on this great event and the line-up of special guests please click

here

North York Concert Orchestra Soiregravees Musicales

Date Saturday December 12

Time 800 pm (pre-concert chat at 730 pm)

Location Yorkminster Citadel (1 Lord Seaton Road)

The North York Concert Orchestras 2015-2016 season is now underway Join them for their

presentation of Soiregravees Musicales

For more information and ticket prices please click here

Toronto Botanical Garden Weekly Organic Farmers Market

7212019 November 2015 eNewsletter

httpslidepdfcomreaderfullnovember-2015-enewsletter 3131

Date Every Thursday

Time 200 pm to 700 pm

Location 777 Lawrence Ave E

Head to the TBG on Thursdays to pick up local produce bread meat cheese honey prepared

food and more

For more information please click here

Toronto Public Library Tea amp Movies for Seniors at the Don Mills Branch

Date Friday Afternoons in the New Year

Time 200 pm

Location 888 Lawrence Ave E

The Don Mills Branch will be offering new programs for seniors in the new year including

tea amp movies on Friday afternoons

For more information please click here or call 416-395-5710

Copyright copy 2015 Toronto City Councillor Jaye Robinson All rights reserved

unsubsc ribe from this list update subscription preferences

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Midtown in Focus Planning Study

Background A parks open space and st reetscape master plan for the Yonge and Eglinton

neighbourhood

Status Adopted by City Council

For more information please contact Leo DeSorcy (City Planner) at 416-395-7139

or ldesorcytorontoca

You can also finding more information by clicking here

Public Meetings and Events

The Holiday Spirit in Ward 25

December is just around the corner and Torontonians are getting into the holiday spirit

Were fortunate in a city as big as ours to have an abundance of community events and activities for

each member of your family to take part in

This is the time of year when arts and culture thrives and you dont have to look far to find

entertainment for all ages

If youre looking for live music the North York Concert Orchestras presentation of Soireacutees Musicales

is on December 12 This performance led by a talented group of musicians is not to be missed

If youd like to get a head start on your shopping ndash and beat the crowds ndash be sure to visit your local

business improvement area

Many boutiques and shops in the Yonge-Lawrence and Uptown Yonge BIAs participate in

YellowPages Shop the Neighbourhood Day on November 28 This is a great opportunity to support

local businesses and restaurants

If youre looking for local fare to serve at your holiday party be sure to visit the Organic Farmers

Market at the Toronto Botanical Garden This market held every Thursday from 2 to 7 pm offers the

best in local produce prepared food and much more

Outreach to those in need is especially important around the holidays The North York Harvest Food

Bank serves as the primary food bank for North Toronto and in 2014 alone served over 2 million

pounds of food

If youd like to volunteer with their organization or donate to their programs be sure to visit

7212019 November 2015 eNewsletter

httpslidepdfcomreaderfullnovember-2015-enewsletter 2831

wwwnorthyorkharvestcom

No matter what age you are or which activities you choose to take part in enjoy everything your

community has to offer and have a safe and happy holiday season

Uptown Yonge BIA Annual Tree Lighting Ceremony

Date Friday November 27

Time 700 pm

Location St Clements Parkette (14 St Clements Avenue)

Please join the Uptown Yonge BIA as they light up their Christmas tree

For more information please click here

49th Annual Cavalcade of Lights

Date Saturday November 28

Time 600 pm

Location Nathan Phillips Square (100 Queen Street W)

Mark the start of the holiday season by stopping by the 49th Annual Cavalcade of Lights in

Nathan Phillips Square

There is a great line-up of activities for the entire family For more information please click

here

YellowPages Shop the Neighbourhood Day

Date Saturday November 28

Location Participating businesses across Toronto

ShopTheHood is coming up fast Support local businesses in our neighbourhoods on

November 28

7212019 November 2015 eNewsletter

httpslidepdfcomreaderfullnovember-2015-enewsletter 2931

Lawrence Park Community Church Christmas Market

Date Sunday November 29

Time 1130 am to 330 pm

Location Lawrence Park Community Church (2180 Bayview Avenue)

Get into the Christmas spirit by visiting the LPCCs Christmas Market on Sunday November 29

For more information please click here

Tree Planting Strategy Public Meeting and Survey

Date Monday November 30

Time 630 pm to 900 pm

Location Toronto City Hall Committee Room 2 (100 Queen Street W)

The City recognizes the significant community and environmental benefits of our urban forest

and is seeking your input on the development of programs and tools necessary to increase tree

planting on private land

Youre welcome to attend the public meeting above or to contribute your feedback through their

online survey which is available until December 14

For more information please click here

7212019 November 2015 eNewsletter

httpslidepdfcomreaderfullnovember-2015-enewsletter 3031

Toronto Botanical Garden Holiday Market amp Open House

Date Thursday December 3

Time Noon to 900 pm

Location 777 Lawrence Ave E

Be sure to visit the Toronto Botanical Gardens Annual Holiday Market and Open House next

Thursday December 3 Theres no better way to get into the holiday spirit

For more information please click here

Yorkminster Park Baptist Church 7th Annual City Carol Sing

Date Saturday December 5

Time 200 pm

Location 1585 Yonge Street (1 block north of St Clair Avenue)

For more information on this great event and the line-up of special guests please click

here

North York Concert Orchestra Soiregravees Musicales

Date Saturday December 12

Time 800 pm (pre-concert chat at 730 pm)

Location Yorkminster Citadel (1 Lord Seaton Road)

The North York Concert Orchestras 2015-2016 season is now underway Join them for their

presentation of Soiregravees Musicales

For more information and ticket prices please click here

Toronto Botanical Garden Weekly Organic Farmers Market

7212019 November 2015 eNewsletter

httpslidepdfcomreaderfullnovember-2015-enewsletter 3131

Date Every Thursday

Time 200 pm to 700 pm

Location 777 Lawrence Ave E

Head to the TBG on Thursdays to pick up local produce bread meat cheese honey prepared

food and more

For more information please click here

Toronto Public Library Tea amp Movies for Seniors at the Don Mills Branch

Date Friday Afternoons in the New Year

Time 200 pm

Location 888 Lawrence Ave E

The Don Mills Branch will be offering new programs for seniors in the new year including

tea amp movies on Friday afternoons

For more information please click here or call 416-395-5710

Copyright copy 2015 Toronto City Councillor Jaye Robinson All rights reserved

unsubsc ribe from this list update subscription preferences

Page 28: November 2015 eNewsletter

7212019 November 2015 eNewsletter

httpslidepdfcomreaderfullnovember-2015-enewsletter 2831

wwwnorthyorkharvestcom

No matter what age you are or which activities you choose to take part in enjoy everything your

community has to offer and have a safe and happy holiday season

Uptown Yonge BIA Annual Tree Lighting Ceremony

Date Friday November 27

Time 700 pm

Location St Clements Parkette (14 St Clements Avenue)

Please join the Uptown Yonge BIA as they light up their Christmas tree

For more information please click here

49th Annual Cavalcade of Lights

Date Saturday November 28

Time 600 pm

Location Nathan Phillips Square (100 Queen Street W)

Mark the start of the holiday season by stopping by the 49th Annual Cavalcade of Lights in

Nathan Phillips Square

There is a great line-up of activities for the entire family For more information please click

here

YellowPages Shop the Neighbourhood Day

Date Saturday November 28

Location Participating businesses across Toronto

ShopTheHood is coming up fast Support local businesses in our neighbourhoods on

November 28

7212019 November 2015 eNewsletter

httpslidepdfcomreaderfullnovember-2015-enewsletter 2931

Lawrence Park Community Church Christmas Market

Date Sunday November 29

Time 1130 am to 330 pm

Location Lawrence Park Community Church (2180 Bayview Avenue)

Get into the Christmas spirit by visiting the LPCCs Christmas Market on Sunday November 29

For more information please click here

Tree Planting Strategy Public Meeting and Survey

Date Monday November 30

Time 630 pm to 900 pm

Location Toronto City Hall Committee Room 2 (100 Queen Street W)

The City recognizes the significant community and environmental benefits of our urban forest

and is seeking your input on the development of programs and tools necessary to increase tree

planting on private land

Youre welcome to attend the public meeting above or to contribute your feedback through their

online survey which is available until December 14

For more information please click here

7212019 November 2015 eNewsletter

httpslidepdfcomreaderfullnovember-2015-enewsletter 3031

Toronto Botanical Garden Holiday Market amp Open House

Date Thursday December 3

Time Noon to 900 pm

Location 777 Lawrence Ave E

Be sure to visit the Toronto Botanical Gardens Annual Holiday Market and Open House next

Thursday December 3 Theres no better way to get into the holiday spirit

For more information please click here

Yorkminster Park Baptist Church 7th Annual City Carol Sing

Date Saturday December 5

Time 200 pm

Location 1585 Yonge Street (1 block north of St Clair Avenue)

For more information on this great event and the line-up of special guests please click

here

North York Concert Orchestra Soiregravees Musicales

Date Saturday December 12

Time 800 pm (pre-concert chat at 730 pm)

Location Yorkminster Citadel (1 Lord Seaton Road)

The North York Concert Orchestras 2015-2016 season is now underway Join them for their

presentation of Soiregravees Musicales

For more information and ticket prices please click here

Toronto Botanical Garden Weekly Organic Farmers Market

7212019 November 2015 eNewsletter

httpslidepdfcomreaderfullnovember-2015-enewsletter 3131

Date Every Thursday

Time 200 pm to 700 pm

Location 777 Lawrence Ave E

Head to the TBG on Thursdays to pick up local produce bread meat cheese honey prepared

food and more

For more information please click here

Toronto Public Library Tea amp Movies for Seniors at the Don Mills Branch

Date Friday Afternoons in the New Year

Time 200 pm

Location 888 Lawrence Ave E

The Don Mills Branch will be offering new programs for seniors in the new year including

tea amp movies on Friday afternoons

For more information please click here or call 416-395-5710

Copyright copy 2015 Toronto City Councillor Jaye Robinson All rights reserved

unsubsc ribe from this list update subscription preferences

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Lawrence Park Community Church Christmas Market

Date Sunday November 29

Time 1130 am to 330 pm

Location Lawrence Park Community Church (2180 Bayview Avenue)

Get into the Christmas spirit by visiting the LPCCs Christmas Market on Sunday November 29

For more information please click here

Tree Planting Strategy Public Meeting and Survey

Date Monday November 30

Time 630 pm to 900 pm

Location Toronto City Hall Committee Room 2 (100 Queen Street W)

The City recognizes the significant community and environmental benefits of our urban forest

and is seeking your input on the development of programs and tools necessary to increase tree

planting on private land

Youre welcome to attend the public meeting above or to contribute your feedback through their

online survey which is available until December 14

For more information please click here

7212019 November 2015 eNewsletter

httpslidepdfcomreaderfullnovember-2015-enewsletter 3031

Toronto Botanical Garden Holiday Market amp Open House

Date Thursday December 3

Time Noon to 900 pm

Location 777 Lawrence Ave E

Be sure to visit the Toronto Botanical Gardens Annual Holiday Market and Open House next

Thursday December 3 Theres no better way to get into the holiday spirit

For more information please click here

Yorkminster Park Baptist Church 7th Annual City Carol Sing

Date Saturday December 5

Time 200 pm

Location 1585 Yonge Street (1 block north of St Clair Avenue)

For more information on this great event and the line-up of special guests please click

here

North York Concert Orchestra Soiregravees Musicales

Date Saturday December 12

Time 800 pm (pre-concert chat at 730 pm)

Location Yorkminster Citadel (1 Lord Seaton Road)

The North York Concert Orchestras 2015-2016 season is now underway Join them for their

presentation of Soiregravees Musicales

For more information and ticket prices please click here

Toronto Botanical Garden Weekly Organic Farmers Market

7212019 November 2015 eNewsletter

httpslidepdfcomreaderfullnovember-2015-enewsletter 3131

Date Every Thursday

Time 200 pm to 700 pm

Location 777 Lawrence Ave E

Head to the TBG on Thursdays to pick up local produce bread meat cheese honey prepared

food and more

For more information please click here

Toronto Public Library Tea amp Movies for Seniors at the Don Mills Branch

Date Friday Afternoons in the New Year

Time 200 pm

Location 888 Lawrence Ave E

The Don Mills Branch will be offering new programs for seniors in the new year including

tea amp movies on Friday afternoons

For more information please click here or call 416-395-5710

Copyright copy 2015 Toronto City Councillor Jaye Robinson All rights reserved

unsubsc ribe from this list update subscription preferences

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Toronto Botanical Garden Holiday Market amp Open House

Date Thursday December 3

Time Noon to 900 pm

Location 777 Lawrence Ave E

Be sure to visit the Toronto Botanical Gardens Annual Holiday Market and Open House next

Thursday December 3 Theres no better way to get into the holiday spirit

For more information please click here

Yorkminster Park Baptist Church 7th Annual City Carol Sing

Date Saturday December 5

Time 200 pm

Location 1585 Yonge Street (1 block north of St Clair Avenue)

For more information on this great event and the line-up of special guests please click

here

North York Concert Orchestra Soiregravees Musicales

Date Saturday December 12

Time 800 pm (pre-concert chat at 730 pm)

Location Yorkminster Citadel (1 Lord Seaton Road)

The North York Concert Orchestras 2015-2016 season is now underway Join them for their

presentation of Soiregravees Musicales

For more information and ticket prices please click here

Toronto Botanical Garden Weekly Organic Farmers Market

7212019 November 2015 eNewsletter

httpslidepdfcomreaderfullnovember-2015-enewsletter 3131

Date Every Thursday

Time 200 pm to 700 pm

Location 777 Lawrence Ave E

Head to the TBG on Thursdays to pick up local produce bread meat cheese honey prepared

food and more

For more information please click here

Toronto Public Library Tea amp Movies for Seniors at the Don Mills Branch

Date Friday Afternoons in the New Year

Time 200 pm

Location 888 Lawrence Ave E

The Don Mills Branch will be offering new programs for seniors in the new year including

tea amp movies on Friday afternoons

For more information please click here or call 416-395-5710

Copyright copy 2015 Toronto City Councillor Jaye Robinson All rights reserved

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Date Every Thursday

Time 200 pm to 700 pm

Location 777 Lawrence Ave E

Head to the TBG on Thursdays to pick up local produce bread meat cheese honey prepared

food and more

For more information please click here

Toronto Public Library Tea amp Movies for Seniors at the Don Mills Branch

Date Friday Afternoons in the New Year

Time 200 pm

Location 888 Lawrence Ave E

The Don Mills Branch will be offering new programs for seniors in the new year including

tea amp movies on Friday afternoons

For more information please click here or call 416-395-5710

Copyright copy 2015 Toronto City Councillor Jaye Robinson All rights reserved

unsubsc ribe from this list update subscription preferences


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