As early as Wednesday, March 16, 2022, crews at Mount Dennis Station will be performing bridge framework removals at the CP Bridge on Eglinton Avenue West. To facilitate this work, eastbound traffic on Eglinton Avenue West will be reduced to two lanes and westbound traffic on Eglinton Avenue West will be reduced to one lane under the CP Bridge. This work will take place on between 7:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. for approximately one (1) day. In the event that this work is not completed on Wednesday, March 16, 2022, work will be performed on Thursday, March 17, 2022.

As early as Monday, March 14, 2022, crews at Mount Dennis Station will begin landscaping works on Eglinton Avenue West between Black Creek Drive and Bicknell Avenue. To facilitate this work, eastbound and westbound traffic on Eglinton Avenue West will be reduced to one lane in each direction between Black Creek Drive and Bicknell Avenue. Lane reduction will only be in place while work takes place and will be reinstated at the end of the workday. This work is expected to take place on Monday – Friday between 7:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. for approximately one (1) month.

I would like to thank Mayor Tory, the City Manager, Minister Ahmed Hussen MP, and TRCA CEO, for joining me to discuss additional funding for the Rockcliffe Riverine Flood Mitigation Project. Delivering on my commitment made to the community from the March 1st public meeting as I continue to work for the residents of Ward 5.

March 8th marks International Women's Day. We recognize women from all over the world and celebrate their achievements, tremendous hard work, and relentless resilience all while being faced with the challenge of everyday bias and inequality. This year's theme is #Breakthebias and with that, I would like to personally thank all the hardworking and determined women championing the everyday workforce as front line workers, first responders, health care workers, community organizers, community leaders, and all sectors in my Ward and across the world as we continue to build an inclusive and equal society.

On Tuesday, February 22, 2022, the Ontario Government announced the elimination of licence plate renewal fees and stickers and as a result would be issuing a refund to eligible vehicle owners. Unfortunately, this initiative has been exploited by scammers who have been sending text messages notifying individuals that they can receive their $120 by clicking on a link/url. Local police authorities have been made aware of the scam and have issued a warning. I would like to kindly remind all residents that government agencies do not contact the public or send refunds in the form of text messages and to steer clear of this fraudulent scam attempt. As mentioned in my previous eNews the Ontario Government will be issuing refunds in the form of cheques which will be mailed starting March and throughout the month of April.

This page includes up-to-date information on COVID-19, including vaccine eligibility guidelines, local vaccination clinics, and COVID-19 testing locations.

Calling all community members! Join us at the second Public Information Centre for the Rockcliffe Riverine Flood Mitigation Project held virtually on March 1st. We’re excited to hear all your questions and comments on the alternative design concepts!

I would like to inform residents in the Maple Leaf and Rustic communities that our office has been advised by the local resident volunteers for the Natural Ice Rink (NIR) at Maple Leaf Park that it will not be taking place this year. The reasoning is that given the timing (end of February) is too late and nearing too close to spring, it would be best to save this initiative for a full winter season coming this year. This is unfortunate news and would like to inform residents that there are other NIR's which are open to the public such as Merrill Park located at 5 Merrill Ave and Denison Park at 108 Denison Road West. I would also like to take this opportunity and thank all the local resident volunteers from all NIR communities for taking up these initiatives that help bring closer neighbours together.

As early as Tuesday, February 22, 2022, crews at Mount Dennis Station will begin working extended construction hours to facilitate track cuts and rail and platform construction. This work will take place in the Railway Corridor Between Ray Avenue and Black Creek Drive. Construction will take place on a 24-hour basis, Monday-Saturday, for approximately six (6) months. Occasionally, crews will be required to work extended hours on Sunday to facilitate specialized activities. Crews will endeavor to minimize disruption as much as possible, while the work takes place.

Starting February 15, 2022, Toronto Public Health (TPH) will be welcoming walk-ins for third doses of the COVID-19 vaccine for residents ages 12 to 17 at all five City of Toronto-run immunization clinics. Residents ages 12 to 17 years are eligible for a third dose if approximately six months (168 days) have passed since their second dose.

Starting this Friday, February 18 at 8 a.m., residents ages 12-17 can book an appointment for their third-dose at any City-run vaccination clinics through the provincial online booking system (https://covid19.ontariohealth.ca/) or by calling the Provincial Vaccine Booking Line at 1-833-943-3900 (TTY 1-866-797-0007). While walk-ins are dependent on clinic capacity, appointments for first, second, and third doses can still be booked through the provincial booking system.

Toronto Hydro is planning to relocate the overhead electrical system in your community in preparation for the GO Expansion Electrification program. This includes upgrading overhead electrical cables and replacing hydro poles on city-owned property.

In support of the Eglinton Crosstown West Extension project environmental studies and existing conditions documentation, Metrolinx is undertaking groundwater level monitoring along Eglinton Avenue West corridor between Commerce Boulevard and Citation Place near Renforth Drive to Weston Road. Groundwater monitoring work will include drilling work scheduled in the Pearen Street and Eglinton Ave West area. This work includes groundwater level measurements using an electronic water level tape, drilling with rotary drill equipment, water pumping into temporary holding tanks, and trucks hauling away water.

As early as Monday, February 21, 2022, crews at Mount Dennis will be installing a sound barrier wall west of the CP Bridge on Eglinton Avenue West. To facilitate this work safely, eastbound and westbound traffic on Eglinton Avenue West will be reduced to one lane in each direction between Weston Road and Keelesdale Road. The eastbound and westbound left turns at Weston Road and Eglinton Avenue West will be restricted while this work takes place, with the exception of buses. This work is expected to take place Monday to Friday between 7:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. for approximately one (1) week.

This past weekend, our office along with Weston Park Baptist Church, and GOVAXX successfully vaccinated approximately 300 participants in just 2 days. I would like to sincerely thank the Weston Park Baptist Church and especially the GOVAXX team for their hard work and determination. My office has received a great positive response from the community and would be looking at doing more of these initiatives across the Ward.

As early as Monday, February 14, 2022, crews at Caledonia Station will be preforming street and traffic light installations on Eglinton Avenue West by the Primary Entrance. To facilitate this work safely, eastbound and westbound traffic on Eglinton Avenue West will be reduced to one lane in each direction by the Primary Entrance. This work will take approximately one (1) week to complete and will be carried out in two phases (refer to maps).

My office and I along with the Weston Park Baptist Church, Ministry of Health, Government and Consumer Services, and Metrolinx have arranged for GOVAXX to come to our Ward and deliver Pfizer vaccines for 1st, 2nd, and boosters to anyone ages 5 and up. Vaccines will be administered at the Weston Park Baptist Church located at 1871 Weston Road south of Lawrence Avenue West. Those interested must register online at ontario.ca/bookvaccine or call 1-833-943-3900. Seniors and persons with disabilities can contact our office to book their appointments at (416) 392-4091.

Toronto Hydro is rebuilding the electrical distribution system in our community to improve the reliability of our electrical service. The rebuild includes upgrading electrical cables and installing a hydro pole on city-owned property on Eglinton and Keele Street.

As early as Monday, February 7, 2022, crews at Caledonia Station will be performing street and traffic light installations on Eglinton Avenue West by the Primary Entrance. To facilitate this work safely, eastbound and westbound traffic on Eglinton Avenue West will be reduced to one lane in each direction by the Primary Entrance. This work will take approximately one (1) week to complete and will be carried out in two phases (refer to maps).

My office and I along with the Weston Park Baptist Church, Ministry of Health, Government and Consumer Services, and Metrolinx have arranged for GOVAXX to come to our Ward and deliver 1st, 2nd, and boosters for those ages 18 and older and 1st and 2nd doses for pediatrics. Those interested must register online at ontario.ca/bookvaccine or call 1-833-943-3900. Seniors and persons with disabilities can contact our office to book their appointments at (416) 392-4091.

In support of the Eglinton Crosstown West Extension project environmental studies and existing conditions documentation, Metrolinx is undertaking groundwater level monitoring along Eglinton Avenue West corridor between Commerce Boulevard and Citation Place near Renforth Drive to Weston Road. Work is scheduled to start from January 31 through February 4 and will occur once every two months until June 2022, subject to weather conditions. The work scheduled for this week is minor and not expected to result in noticeable disruptions.