On Sunday morning, I stood on the steps of Yorkminster Park Baptist Church to greet the annual parade of Toronto Police Service members who are veterans of the Armed Forces. Each year, they march to the church led by the Chief of Police, with the sound of bagpipes driving their rhythm.   This year, the first snowflakes began to fall as they marched, making the moment especially poignant. It reminded me of spending Remembrance Days in Ottawa with my grandfather, who flew in Wo

Living in Don Valley North, you know how lucky we are to be surrounded by some of Toronto’s most beautiful natural spaces. If you live near the Upper Don or Newtonbrook Creek, you already know how special these ravines are. They’re where we walk the dog, spot wildlife, and get a breath of fresh air away from the city bustle. Our ravine system is one of Toronto’s greatest natural assets, but it’s also delicate. Stormwater, erosion, and aging infrastructure all take their toll.

There has been a lot of talk about speed cameras lately, and I’ve been clear that they’re an important part of our Vision Zero strategy to reduce serious injuries and fatalities on Toronto’s roads.   Of course, cameras are just one of many tools we’re using to make Don Valley North’s streets safer for everyone. You may have already noticed new 30 km/h speed limit signs appearing across the ward. Through the City’s Area Local Speed Limit Reduction Program , all local roads in