Councillor’s Corner- Ward 7 : September 2021

September 14, 2021 Dear Resident, Many families were looking forward to the new school year, but many are uneasy given the ongoing circumstances facing the pandemic. The plans announced by the Ministry of Education will continue to develop, and I will continue to share updates with you. As the Poverty Reduction Advocate for the City… Continue reading Councillor’s Corner- Ward 7 : September 2021

Councillor’s Corner – Ward 6 : September 2021

September 14, 2021 Dear friends, It’s September and that means going “Back to School” for students across the country. Not only is this year’s back to school significant to students and parents, but it is also an important time for businesses in our city as well. Offices are beginning to open up, more restaurants and… Continue reading Councillor’s Corner – Ward 6 : September 2021

DUKE Heights Back2School Backpack Drive 2021 put smiles on 700 faces!

September 1, 2021 During the last week of August 2021, DUKE Heights Business Improvement Area worked with the local City Councillors to present two separate backpack drives for the York Centre and Humber River-Black Creek communities. Our sincere gratitude to Upper Crust for generously supporting us by sponsoring 700 backpacks. On Monday, August 30, 2021,… Continue reading DUKE Heights Back2School Backpack Drive 2021 put smiles on 700 faces!

MNLCT introduces She-Covery Response Program: Building Skills for Work

September 1, 2021 The Mennonite New Life Centre of Toronto has introduced their new program She-Covery Response: Building Skills for Work. MNLCT is committed to support those facing structural and systemic barriers. They are offering help and resources to women, who have lost their employment due to COVID-19. The She-Covery Response: Building Skills for Work… Continue reading MNLCT introduces She-Covery Response Program: Building Skills for Work