The City of Toronto released its 2017 preliminary budget earlier this month and while the document was rife with financial details, it left many residents questioning the fate of community services in the area. According to the preliminary budget overview, “the demand for public services is rising, especially in the areas of public safety, transit, […]
We’ve officially crossed the threshold into the summer season and that means sun, sunscreen, and swimming. Local pools are open and beckoning to anyone who wants to cool off in the hot sun. On Friday, June 29, Blantyre Park, Monarch Park and Donald D. Summerville pool will be open regular hours until Sunday, Sept. 2. […]
Recent weeks saw record numbers of Torontonians taking active interest and participation in the city’s budget process, after initial announcements indicated a number of social and recreational programs were slated to lose funding. Some lobbied city hall in person while others protested, both in Nathan Phillips Square and in council chambers. By the time the […]
