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Are Toronto property taxes really ‘absolutely out of control’? Here’s how they stack up against other cities
For decades in Toronto, property taxes barely went up. Under every previous mayor in post-amalgamation history, taxes were either frozen or increases were aimed “at or below the rate of inflation” or “in line with inflation.”
The result was decades of experts talking about how we had shockingly low property taxes by the standards of our region and the standards of other big cities. As a further result, we heard decades of city managers tell us how that was starving services and maintenance.
At a certain point, people really started to notice things falling apart.
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Notice of Public Consultations: Implementation Review of the Noise Bylaw
The Noise Bylaw provides standards for noise, and applies to all properties in Toronto. The 2023 Implementation Review of the Noise Bylaw will assess amendments made to the Bylaw in 2019 and consider potential refinements.
Noise By-law review underway this fall
How Airbnb may be fuelling gentrification
A new study sheds light on how short-term rentals like Airbnb make housing less affordable.
The average asking price for a rental unit in Canada reached $2,042 in June, marking a 7.5 per cent increase from 2022. Metropolitan districts are particularly affected by rising rental costs, with some local families forced to relocate due to a lack of affordable housing.
City reminds pet owners to be responsible, keep their dog leashed
The City of Toronto is reminding pet owners about their responsibilities and requirements for owning a dog in Toronto and emphasizing the importance of keeping their dog leashed and under control at all times.
There has been a recent surge in incidents involving dogs that are off leash including incidents involving children, pedestrians and cyclists.
Cities need to make space for transportation alternatives
The COVID-19 pandemic has dramatically altered how people work, move and interact with each other. Patterns of employment, shopping, food consumption and leisure have shifted markedly.
One of the most visible changes, particularly in big cities, is the embrace of e-bikes and other micro-mobility devices (scooters, hoverboards, e-skateboards, e-trikes, Segways and more).
Toronto Public Health confirms first mosquitos to test positive for West Nile virus in 2023
Investing in the dream of University Park
Noise Bylaw Review underway this fall
Ford Government wants to weaken the provincial Planning Policy Framework. Now everyone is asking why?
Events & Public Meetings
Scrivener Underpass Mural Project
LAUNCH CELEBRATION
Wednesday, October 2, 2024, noon to 2 p.m.
Meet at south side of LCBO(10 Scrivener Sq.)
Live music by Elyssa Plaza + Bellosound
Come celebrate the Scrivener Underpass Mural by local artist Zuna Amir. Meet Zuna and her team of artists!