Eglinton shops could receive tax relief
Business owners and local business improvement area (BIA) representatives are hopeful a tax relief proposal presented to Toronto City Council, in part by Ward 15 councillor Josh Colle, gets approval.
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Richmond Hill going green
In Richmond Hill, we’re proud to be known for our efforts to protect the environment. From our use of energy efficient lighting and solar power to our work to connect green spaces and reduce waste, we continue to find ways to manage our natural resources wisely. Our new environment strategy, Greening the Hill: Our Community, … Continued
Eglinton Lawrence transit on track
Despite much of the doom and gloom in our city when discussing our transportation issues, Eglinton-Lawrence is on track for better transit.
Midtown bus land back in use
TTC garage property at Eglinton still not what community envisions.
Medical marijuana plant decision headed to court
Councillors divided over Richmond Hill cannabis facility.
Two Yonge-Eglinton towers headed to OMB
Helendale community members hopeful proposals can be consolidated.
Markham gets smart
It is an exciting and busy time in the City of Markham. The number of items on my agenda is long but important.
Neighbourhood festivals abound
After one of the worst winters in memory, Ward 10 is gearing up for an amazing summer of events in our parks and community centres.
Common sense for parking tickets
Last year, parking enforcement issued approximately 572,000 tickets for pay-and-display parking offences. This caused many residents and local businesses to raise the issue of fairness as the time on their watch may have been a few minutes different than on the parking machine.
A guide to the Committee of Adjustment
Residents occasionally see a new home go up that is larger than what is set out in the applicable bylaw. How can this be? Why doesn’t the city just come along with a wrecking ball and demolish the offending structure? Welcome to the Committee of Adjustment.
Area library celebrates centenary
In 2016 Wychwood Library will be celebrating its centenary, an occasion to not only acknowledge the past, but also to look forward to the future as we continue creating and building spaces that connect our residents and strengthen the community.
Canac site revitalization conflict could be resolved
For nearly four years, a revitalization study by the City of Markham for the Thornlea area has caused controversy and has resulted in numerous conflicts and delays. Now, Coun. Howard Shore is trying to ensure that some progress can finally be made.