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Official Plan Review

Our City Our Future - Official Plan Review

Our City, Our Future

The City is conducting Official Plan and Municipal Comprehensive Reviews which will influence how and where Toronto will grow in the years ahead. Connect with us and share your ideas on how we can plan for Toronto's future.
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Resident news & updates

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Negotiations with City's unions

The City of Toronto has reached a tentative agreement with the Toronto Civic Employees' Union Local 416 (CUPE), which represents the City's 6,000 outside workers and paramedics.

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Making a claim against the City

If you believe that the City has been negligent in its maintenance of City facilities, roads, trees and sewers, which has caused bodily injury or damage to your property, you can file a claim against the City of Toronto. More information.

Port Lands Acceleration Initiative

In September 2011, Toronto City Council asked for a fresh look at the challenges and opportunities of developing the Port Lands as a whole, based on the principles of flood protection, city-building and naturalization that have informed work to date. Find out more or get involved in the interactive discussion.

Black History Month

In 1979, Toronto became the first municipality in Canada to proclaim Black History Month, an opportunity to recognize the past and present contributions that African Canadians make to the life of Toronto. Read more.

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Toronto in world rankings

Toronto is one of the world's most liveable and competitive cities as seen in international rankings and reports. Toronto's rankings confirm that it continues to offer a high quality of life for about 2.7 million residents.

Management Information Dashboard

Management Information Dashboard

The Management Information Dashboard provides information to assist in assessing trends and directions of key indicators for the City of Toronto as a whole and City services. Read the dashboard results for the third quarter of 2011.

WInterlicious 2012

Winterlicious 2012

January 27 - February 9, 2012, explore 11 unique culinary events and prix fixe menus at 175 of Toronto's top restaurants. Call to book your reservations now.

1812 Bicentennial

How will you remember?

The City of Toronto will commemorate the War of 1812 Bicentennial with more than a hundred events in 2012 and 2013 that include; concerts, art exhibits, re-enactments and much more!

Customer Service Standards

The City of Toronto aims to deliver exceptional, equitable and accessible customer service to the citizens of Toronto. Members of the Toronto Public Service work within established telephone, voice mail and e-mail standards.

Live Green Toronto Membership Card

Get your free Live Green Toronto Membership Card and join the growing number of shoppers who choose to support green-committed businesses in Toronto. Show your card at participating businesses to receive special offers and discounts.

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Getting around the City

Cycling is a great way to get around downtown. The City of Toronto is working to expand its Network of bicycle lanes, sharrows, off-road trails and signed routes. Track the status of projects here, from the approval stages to installation.