Remember how shortly after the last provincial election, Queen’s Park cut our municipal representation in half – by unilaterally reducing the number of Toronto’s wards – reminding us that our city is only a creature …more
In 2012, SmartCentres submitted an application to the City to construct a new shopping centre at 70 Wicksteed Ave. At that time, I don’t think anyone could have predicted that the property would eventually become …more
Laird is in focus again – this is the seventh installment in Leaside Life! Last time out (Dec., 2019) City Council had approved the plan, which incorporated the Leaside Centre (RioCan) appeal settlement, but since …more
For reasons we know too well, the Leaside Residents Association’s recent Annual General Meeting had to be virtual. It’s a format with advantages, and also distinct DISadvantages. On the one hand, it’s accessible to all …more
Will Leaside be getting an MZO? What’s that? An abbreviation for musical term mezzo forte (moderately loud)? No – but musical or not, I bet you had not heard of a Minister’s Zoning Order until …more
While traffic volumes have dropped significantly during the pandemic, congestion is a major issue on many of Toronto’s main arteries – including Bayview Avenue, Eglinton Avenue, and many other streets in Leaside. It’s been estimated …more
The motto of our City’s Parks, Forestry, and Recreation division is “a City within a park” – a sentiment that has been more important than ever during the COVID-19 pandemic. Spending time outdoors is not …more
There’s nothing like holding a ratepayer association’s Annual General Meeting to remind us, once again, how needed such groups are. And how important it is to keep in touch with residents’ concerns. Leasiders are not …more
Note: To connect to the meeting please see here: https://leasideresidents.ca/annual-meeting-town-hall We all hope that 2021 will be one of happiness and good health as the new COVID-19 vaccines become available, and of better times for …more
In June, City Planning staff began conducting virtual Committee of Adjustment (CoA) hearings for the first time since March, when all in-person meetings were cancelled due to the COVID-19 pandemic. I have since heard from …more
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