I have just spoken with @MaggieHelwig at St Stephen's Church. Photos of the #encampment today are NOT of an eviction. Maggie negotiated with the City to move the encampment to the south side of the property. The approach has been heavy-handed, but no one is being removed.

The final Council session of 2022 has gone off with a bang. I am pleased to say that Council has passed the much-needed Housing Action Plan, designed to put roofs over the residents of our growing city. #ToPoli

I am proud to say that Council carried my motion to direct the city to consider Toronto’s climate goals while actioning our housing plan. The creation of 15-minute neighbourhoods will lead to a more sustainable and humane future for Torontonians.

Our vote to legalize rooming houses is another important step towards expanding affordable access to housing for all residents of Toronto. Housing is a right, and no one should fear eviction because a landlord did not dot their I’s and cross their T’s.

I also congratulate my colleague Brad Bradford for his motion, passed with unanimous support, to petition the province to protect rental replacement in our city. @Fordnation's insidious Bill 23 seeks to remove protections for affordable rent and we will not stand for it.

Finally, I am proud to have stood with many of my council colleagues in defense of our local democracy and in opposition to Bill 39. I will continue to closely monitor this developing situation and ensure that the voice of the people is heard loud and clear.

Toronto’s emergency shelter program for men hit 100% capacity last night. 1,128 beds, 1,128 people, zero vacancy. toronto.ca/city-governmen…

311 Toronto has just stopped taking email service requests. 311 asks that you use toronto.ca/home/311-toron…, or the 311 Mobile App, available at toronto.ca/home/311-toron…. Or phone 3-1-1 (within city limits) or (416) 392-2489 (outside city limits). FYI

Happy Hanukah to everyone celebrating the return of light at this dark time of year. I hope you get to spend some of it with people you care about.

#CityOfTO is activating Warming Centres tomorrow due to the active weather advisory. Warming Centres will open at 7 pm. All spaces avail by walk in: •Scarborough Civic Centre, 150 Borough Dr •Metro Hall, 55 John St •Mitchell Field Community Centre, 89 Church Ave

With blowing snow, damaging winds, poor visibility & flash freezing in the forecast, we have made the decision, together with Toronto Catholic District School Board, to close all schools, administrative buildings & sites to students & staff for Friday, December 23, 2022. Read our letter: bit.ly/3FO5t71

Currently -10 outside in Toronto (up from -14 overnight). Without burning fossil fuels, our air source heat pumps is keeping inside temp where we want it. And our combined gas-hydro bill will be lower for december then previously with gas appliances.

You should comment on the 2023 ⁦City of Toronto 🇨🇦⁩ Budget, draft to be released January 10. Want to know how and key dates? Sign up for our constituent newsletter at DianneSaxe.ca toronto.ca/city-governmen…

To every engaged citizen in University-Rosedale that wants to have their voice heard on how the City spends their money, we are having a town hall January 15th at 7pm. Sign up below to get involved. #TOpoli zoom.us/meeting/regist…

The weather is getting colder and it's vital that everyone in need can find safe shelter. With this in mind, I am pleased to announce that I have secured a fourth warming center for the city in my ward. More details to come tomorrow! #TOPoli

The Ontario government has just released a new proposed regulation requiring 29 municipalities to report quarterly on their progress to meet the 1.5 million home target. First thing I noticed is there's no requirement to track new affordable homes, or unit size. #Onpoli 1/

The Multiplex consultation website has launched at Toronto.ca/Multiplex. Residents can review the proposed draft amendments on multiplexes and provide comments to [email protected]. You can also join staff at two consultation events, Feb 21, 2-4pm and Feb 23, 6-8pm #TOpoli

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Join us at Healey Willan Park on Sunday, April 23 from 1-3pm for our spring cleanup day! #cleantoronto Live Green Toronto

Is your household enthusiastic about caring for our planet and ready to take on an inspiring eco-challenge? We started the Zero Waste Pilot with the help of #zerowaste Contact us at [email protected] And join our online community at facebook.com/groups/1132667…