City Council
Thursday, March 26, 2026
45 motions across 22 agenda items · 2022-2026 term
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Council debated pothole infrastructure and road repair strategy. Approved a $6.2M pothole blitz unanimously. Approved a study on AI cameras for pothole detection. Approved building an interactive public pothole map.
Pothole Blitz and Local Road Repair Strategy
Motion 2
DEFEATED
#potholes
#roads
Rejected proposal for intensive pothole repair and local road maintenance strategy
Amend Item (Additional)
· moved by Myers
9 Yes
13 No
4 absent
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Rejected proposal for intensive pothole repair and local road maintenance strategy
Amend Item (Additional) · moved by Myers
Pothole Blitz and Local Road Repair Strategy
What this motion does
Adds new content to the existing item. Needs 50% to pass.
View agenda item 2026.EX29.4 on Toronto.ca →
Moved by: Councillor Myers
How councillors voted
Motion 4
PASSED
#potholes
#roads
Approved intensive pothole repair program and local road maintenance strategy
Amend Item (Additional)
· moved by Cheng
19 Yes
5 No
2 absent
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Approved intensive pothole repair program and local road maintenance strategy
Amend Item (Additional) · moved by Cheng
Pothole Blitz and Local Road Repair Strategy
What this motion does
Adds new content to the existing item. Needs 50% to pass.
View agenda item 2026.EX29.4 on Toronto.ca →
Moved by: Councillor Cheng
How councillors voted
YES (19)
ABSENT (2)
PASSED
#potholes
#roads
Adopted strategy for accelerated pothole repairs and local road maintenance improvements citywide
Adopt Item as Amended
24 Yes
0 No
2 absent
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Adopted strategy for accelerated pothole repairs and local road maintenance improvements citywide
Adopt Item as Amended
Pothole Blitz and Local Road Repair Strategy
What this motion does
Formally accepts the item including all amendments made during debate. Needs 50% to pass.
View agenda item 2026.EX29.4 on Toronto.ca →
How councillors voted
YES (24)
- Paul Ainslie
- Brad Bradford
- Alejandra Bravo
- Jon Burnside
- Shelley Carroll
- Lily Cheng
- Rachel Chernos Lin
- Olivia Chow
- Mike Colle
- Vincent Crisanti
- Paula Fletcher
- Stephen Holyday
- Parthi Kandavel
- Nick Mantas
- Josh Matlow
- Chris Moise
- Amber Morley
- Jamaal Myers
- Frances Nunziata
- James Pasternak
- Gord Perks
- Dianne Saxe
- Neethan Shan
- Michael Thompson
NO (0)
- None
ABSENT (2)
2026.EX29.13
Motion 1
PASSED
Approved hiring additional snow shovellers to handle winter demand surge
Amend Motion
· moved by Saxe
21 Yes
5 No
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Approved hiring additional snow shovellers to handle winter demand surge
Amend Motion · moved by Saxe
Winter Surge Capacity Snow Shovellers
What this motion does
Needs 50% to pass.
View agenda item 2026.EX29.13 on Toronto.ca →
Moved by: Councillor Saxe
How councillors voted
YES (21)
ABSENT (0)
- None
Update on Auditor General's Office 2026 Work Plan Related to City Council Request for SmartTrack Investigation
Motion 2
PASSED
#snow
Approved Auditor General's 2026 work plan including investigation of SmartTrack as requested
Amend Item (Additional)
· moved by Myers
24 Yes
1 No
1 absent
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Approved Auditor General's 2026 work plan including investigation of SmartTrack as requested
Amend Item (Additional) · moved by Myers
Update on Auditor General's Office 2026 Work Plan Related to City Council Request for SmartTrack Investigation
What this motion does
Adds new content to the existing item. Needs 50% to pass.
View agenda item 2026.AU11.3 on Toronto.ca →
Moved by: Councillor Myers
How councillors voted
YES (24)
- Paul Ainslie
- Brad Bradford
- Alejandra Bravo
- Jon Burnside
- Shelley Carroll
- Lily Cheng
- Rachel Chernos Lin
- Olivia Chow
- Mike Colle
- Vincent Crisanti
- Paula Fletcher
- Stephen Holyday
- Parthi Kandavel
- Ausma Malik
- Josh Matlow
- Chris Moise
- Amber Morley
- Jamaal Myers
- Frances Nunziata
- Gord Perks
- Anthony Perruzza
- Dianne Saxe
- Neethan Shan
- Michael Thompson
NO (1)
ABSENT (1)
PASSED
#snow
Approved the Auditor General's 2026 work plan including SmartTrack investigation requested by Council
Adopt Item as Amended
25 Yes
0 No
1 absent
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Approved the Auditor General's 2026 work plan including SmartTrack investigation requested by Council
Adopt Item as Amended
Update on Auditor General's Office 2026 Work Plan Related to City Council Request for SmartTrack Investigation
What this motion does
Formally accepts the item including all amendments made during debate. Needs 50% to pass.
View agenda item 2026.AU11.3 on Toronto.ca →
How councillors voted
YES (25)
- Paul Ainslie
- Brad Bradford
- Alejandra Bravo
- Jon Burnside
- Shelley Carroll
- Lily Cheng
- Rachel Chernos Lin
- Olivia Chow
- Mike Colle
- Vincent Crisanti
- Paula Fletcher
- Stephen Holyday
- Parthi Kandavel
- Ausma Malik
- Josh Matlow
- Chris Moise
- Amber Morley
- Jamaal Myers
- Frances Nunziata
- James Pasternak
- Gord Perks
- Anthony Perruzza
- Dianne Saxe
- Neethan Shan
- Michael Thompson
NO (0)
- None
ABSENT (1)
Grocery Store Pilot Project - by Councillor Anthony Perruzza, seconded by Councillor Mike Colle
PASSED
2/3 REQUIRED
Approved waiving standard review process for grocery store pilot project initiative
Waive Referral
22 Yes
4 No
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Approved waiving standard review process for grocery store pilot project initiative
Waive Referral
Grocery Store Pilot Project - by Councillor Anthony Perruzza, seconded by Councillor Mike Colle
What this motion does
Skips the normal referral to a committee, allowing immediate council action. Needs two-thirds (67%) to pass — supermajority required.
View agenda item 2026.MM39.27 on Toronto.ca →
How councillors voted
YES (22)
- Paul Ainslie
- Alejandra Bravo
- Shelley Carroll
- Lily Cheng
- Rachel Chernos Lin
- Olivia Chow
- Mike Colle
- Vincent Crisanti
- Paula Fletcher
- Parthi Kandavel
- Ausma Malik
- Nick Mantas
- Chris Moise
- Amber Morley
- Jamaal Myers
- Frances Nunziata
- James Pasternak
- Gord Perks
- Anthony Perruzza
- Dianne Saxe
- Neethan Shan
- Michael Thompson
ABSENT (0)
- None
Motion 1
PASSED
Approved pilot project to bring grocery stores to underserved Toronto neighborhoods
Amend Item
· moved by Perruzza
21 Yes
3 No
2 absent
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Approved pilot project to bring grocery stores to underserved Toronto neighborhoods
Amend Item · moved by Perruzza
Grocery Store Pilot Project - by Councillor Anthony Perruzza, seconded by Councillor Mike Colle
What this motion does
Proposes changes to the wording, scope, or details of the item before adoption. Needs 50% to pass.
View agenda item 2026.MM39.27 on Toronto.ca →
Moved by: Councillor Perruzza
How councillors voted
YES (21)
ABSENT (2)
Motion 4a
PASSED
Approved pilot project to bring grocery stores to underserved neighborhoods across Toronto
Amend Item
· moved by Chow
20 Yes
4 No
2 absent
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Approved pilot project to bring grocery stores to underserved neighborhoods across Toronto
Amend Item · moved by Chow
Grocery Store Pilot Project - by Councillor Anthony Perruzza, seconded by Councillor Mike Colle
What this motion does
Proposes changes to the wording, scope, or details of the item before adoption. Needs 50% to pass.
View agenda item 2026.MM39.27 on Toronto.ca →
Moved by: Councillor Chow
How councillors voted
YES (20)
ABSENT (2)
Motion 2
PASSED
Approved pilot project to bring grocery stores to underserved Toronto neighborhoods
Amend Item (Additional)
· moved by Saxe
23 Yes
1 No
2 absent
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Approved pilot project to bring grocery stores to underserved Toronto neighborhoods
Amend Item (Additional) · moved by Saxe
Grocery Store Pilot Project - by Councillor Anthony Perruzza, seconded by Councillor Mike Colle
What this motion does
Adds new content to the existing item. Needs 50% to pass.
View agenda item 2026.MM39.27 on Toronto.ca →
Moved by: Councillor Saxe
How councillors voted
YES (23)
- Paul Ainslie
- Brad Bradford
- Alejandra Bravo
- Jon Burnside
- Shelley Carroll
- Lily Cheng
- Rachel Chernos Lin
- Olivia Chow
- Vincent Crisanti
- Paula Fletcher
- Parthi Kandavel
- Ausma Malik
- Nick Mantas
- Chris Moise
- Amber Morley
- Jamaal Myers
- Frances Nunziata
- James Pasternak
- Gord Perks
- Anthony Perruzza
- Dianne Saxe
- Neethan Shan
- Michael Thompson
NO (1)
ABSENT (2)
Motion 4b
PASSED
Approved grocery store pilot project to improve food access in underserved Toronto neighborhoods
Amend Item (Additional)
· moved by Ainslie
22 Yes
2 No
4 absent
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Approved grocery store pilot project to improve food access in underserved Toronto neighborhoods
Amend Item (Additional) · moved by Ainslie
Grocery Store Pilot Project - by Councillor Anthony Perruzza, seconded by Councillor Mike Colle
What this motion does
Adds new content to the existing item. Needs 50% to pass.
View agenda item 2026.MM39.27 on Toronto.ca →
Moved by: Councillor Ainslie
How councillors voted
YES (43)
- Paul Ainslie
- Paul Ainslie
- Alejandra Bravo
- Alejandra Bravo
- Jon Burnside
- Jon Burnside
- Shelley Carroll
- Lily Cheng
- Lily Cheng
- Rachel Chernos Lin
- Rachel Chernos Lin
- Olivia Chow
- Olivia Chow
- Vincent Crisanti
- Vincent Crisanti
- Paula Fletcher
- Paula Fletcher
- Parthi Kandavel
- Parthi Kandavel
- Ausma Malik
- Ausma Malik
- Nick Mantas
- Nick Mantas
- Chris Moise
- Chris Moise
- Amber Morley
- Amber Morley
- Jamaal Myers
- Jamaal Myers
- Frances Nunziata
- Frances Nunziata
- James Pasternak
- James Pasternak
- Gord Perks
- Gord Perks
- Anthony Perruzza
- Anthony Perruzza
- Dianne Saxe
- Dianne Saxe
- Neethan Shan
- Neethan Shan
- Michael Thompson
- Michael Thompson
ABSENT (4)
PASSED
Approved grocery store pilot project with amendments to test new retail food access in Toronto neighborhoods
Adopt Item as Amended
21 Yes
3 No
2 absent
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Approved grocery store pilot project with amendments to test new retail food access in Toronto neighborhoods
Adopt Item as Amended
Grocery Store Pilot Project - by Councillor Anthony Perruzza, seconded by Councillor Mike Colle
What this motion does
Formally accepts the item including all amendments made during debate. Needs 50% to pass.
View agenda item 2026.MM39.27 on Toronto.ca →
How councillors voted
YES (21)
ABSENT (2)
One Country, One Flag; Celebrating the Canadian Flag - by Councillor Jon Burnside, seconded by Councillor Michael Thompson
PASSED
2/3 REQUIRED
Waived referral to allow immediate discussion of Canadian flag celebration initiative
Waive Referral
22 Yes
4 No
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Waived referral to allow immediate discussion of Canadian flag celebration initiative
Waive Referral
One Country, One Flag; Celebrating the Canadian Flag - by Councillor Jon Burnside, seconded by Councillor Michael Thompson
What this motion does
Skips the normal referral to a committee, allowing immediate council action. Needs two-thirds (67%) to pass — supermajority required.
View agenda item 2026.MM39.35 on Toronto.ca →
How councillors voted
YES (22)
- Paul Ainslie
- Brad Bradford
- Alejandra Bravo
- Jon Burnside
- Shelley Carroll
- Rachel Chernos Lin
- Olivia Chow
- Mike Colle
- Paula Fletcher
- Stephen Holyday
- Parthi Kandavel
- Ausma Malik
- Josh Matlow
- Chris Moise
- Jamaal Myers
- Frances Nunziata
- James Pasternak
- Gord Perks
- Anthony Perruzza
- Dianne Saxe
- Neethan Shan
- Michael Thompson
ABSENT (0)
- None
Motion 1
PASSED
Approved celebrating Canadian flag with city-wide recognition and events
Amend Item
· moved by Thompson
20 Yes
6 No
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Approved celebrating Canadian flag with city-wide recognition and events
Amend Item · moved by Thompson
One Country, One Flag; Celebrating the Canadian Flag - by Councillor Jon Burnside, seconded by Councillor Michael Thompson
What this motion does
Proposes changes to the wording, scope, or details of the item before adoption. Needs 50% to pass.
View agenda item 2026.MM39.35 on Toronto.ca →
Moved by: Councillor Thompson
How councillors voted
YES (20)
ABSENT (0)
- None
PASSED
Approved plan to celebrate Canadian flag with increased city recognition and displays
Adopt Item as Amended
19 Yes
7 No
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Approved plan to celebrate Canadian flag with increased city recognition and displays
Adopt Item as Amended
One Country, One Flag; Celebrating the Canadian Flag - by Councillor Jon Burnside, seconded by Councillor Michael Thompson
What this motion does
Formally accepts the item including all amendments made during debate. Needs 50% to pass.
View agenda item 2026.MM39.35 on Toronto.ca →
How councillors voted
YES (19)
ABSENT (0)
- None
2026.MM39.42
PASSED
#roads
Adopted plan to evaluate mute swan management changes in Etobicoke-Lakeshore area
Adopt Item
20 Yes
4 No
2 absent
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Adopted plan to evaluate mute swan management changes in Etobicoke-Lakeshore area
Adopt Item
Evaluating Changes to Mute Swan Management in Etobicoke-Lakeshore - by Councillor Amber Morley, Seconded by Councillor Josh Matlow
What this motion does
Formally accepts the item as written. This is the final approval step. Needs 50% to pass.
View agenda item 2026.MM39.42 on Toronto.ca →
How councillors voted
YES (20)
ABSENT (2)
Addressing Recycling in Public Spaces - by Councillor Lily Cheng, seconded by Councillor Paula Fletcher
PASSED
2/3 REQUIRED
#cycling
#garbage
Waived referral to install more recycling bins in Toronto's public spaces
Waive Referral
22 Yes
4 No
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Waived referral to install more recycling bins in Toronto's public spaces
Waive Referral
Addressing Recycling in Public Spaces - by Councillor Lily Cheng, seconded by Councillor Paula Fletcher
What this motion does
Skips the normal referral to a committee, allowing immediate council action. Needs two-thirds (67%) to pass — supermajority required.
View agenda item 2026.MM39.45 on Toronto.ca →
How councillors voted
YES (22)
- Paul Ainslie
- Brad Bradford
- Alejandra Bravo
- Jon Burnside
- Lily Cheng
- Rachel Chernos Lin
- Olivia Chow
- Mike Colle
- Vincent Crisanti
- Paula Fletcher
- Parthi Kandavel
- Ausma Malik
- Nick Mantas
- Josh Matlow
- Chris Moise
- Amber Morley
- Jamaal Myers
- Frances Nunziata
- Gord Perks
- Anthony Perruzza
- Dianne Saxe
- Neethan Shan
ABSENT (0)
- None
PASSED
#cycling
#garbage
Approved installing more recycling bins in public spaces, rejecting additional recommendations
Adopt Item
22 Yes
4 No
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Approved installing more recycling bins in public spaces, rejecting additional recommendations
Adopt Item
Addressing Recycling in Public Spaces - by Councillor Lily Cheng, seconded by Councillor Paula Fletcher
What this motion does
Formally accepts the item as written. This is the final approval step. Needs 50% to pass.
View agenda item 2026.MM39.45 on Toronto.ca →
How councillors voted
YES (22)
- Brad Bradford
- Alejandra Bravo
- Jon Burnside
- Shelley Carroll
- Lily Cheng
- Olivia Chow
- Mike Colle
- Vincent Crisanti
- Paula Fletcher
- Ausma Malik
- Nick Mantas
- Josh Matlow
- Chris Moise
- Amber Morley
- Jamaal Myers
- Frances Nunziata
- James Pasternak
- Gord Perks
- Anthony Perruzza
- Dianne Saxe
- Neethan Shan
- Michael Thompson
ABSENT (0)
- None
Fighting for Ontario Place and Ontario's Democracy - by Councillor Josh Matlow, seconded by Deputy Mayor Ausma Malik
PASSED
2/3 REQUIRED
Waived referral requirement to proceed with Ontario Place and democracy discussion motion
Waive Referral
20 Yes
5 No
1 absent
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Waived referral requirement to proceed with Ontario Place and democracy discussion motion
Waive Referral
Fighting for Ontario Place and Ontario's Democracy - by Councillor Josh Matlow, seconded by Deputy Mayor Ausma Malik
What this motion does
Skips the normal referral to a committee, allowing immediate council action. Needs two-thirds (67%) to pass — supermajority required.
View agenda item 2026.MM39.51 on Toronto.ca →
How councillors voted
YES (20)
ABSENT (1)
PASSED
Approved opposition to Ontario Place redevelopment plan and defended democratic oversight of the project
Adopt Item
21 Yes
5 No
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Approved opposition to Ontario Place redevelopment plan and defended democratic oversight of the project
Adopt Item
Fighting for Ontario Place and Ontario's Democracy - by Councillor Josh Matlow, seconded by Deputy Mayor Ausma Malik
What this motion does
Formally accepts the item as written. This is the final approval step. Needs 50% to pass.
View agenda item 2026.MM39.51 on Toronto.ca →
How councillors voted
YES (21)
ABSENT (0)
- None
Protecting Chinatown as a Cultural District - by Councillor Dianne Saxe, seconded by Deputy Mayor Ausma Malik
PASSED
2/3 REQUIRED
Waived referral to protect Chinatown as a cultural district with strong council support
Waive Referral
23 Yes
2 No
1 absent
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Waived referral to protect Chinatown as a cultural district with strong council support
Waive Referral
Protecting Chinatown as a Cultural District - by Councillor Dianne Saxe, seconded by Deputy Mayor Ausma Malik
What this motion does
Skips the normal referral to a committee, allowing immediate council action. Needs two-thirds (67%) to pass — supermajority required.
View agenda item 2026.MM39.53 on Toronto.ca →
How councillors voted
YES (23)
- Paul Ainslie
- Brad Bradford
- Jon Burnside
- Shelley Carroll
- Lily Cheng
- Rachel Chernos Lin
- Olivia Chow
- Mike Colle
- Vincent Crisanti
- Paula Fletcher
- Parthi Kandavel
- Ausma Malik
- Nick Mantas
- Josh Matlow
- Chris Moise
- Amber Morley
- Jamaal Myers
- Frances Nunziata
- Gord Perks
- Anthony Perruzza
- Dianne Saxe
- Neethan Shan
- Michael Thompson
NO (2)
ABSENT (1)
PASSED
Adopted measures to protect Chinatown as a cultural district with strong council support
Adopt Item
23 Yes
2 No
1 absent
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Adopted measures to protect Chinatown as a cultural district with strong council support
Adopt Item
Protecting Chinatown as a Cultural District - by Councillor Dianne Saxe, seconded by Deputy Mayor Ausma Malik
What this motion does
Formally accepts the item as written. This is the final approval step. Needs 50% to pass.
View agenda item 2026.MM39.53 on Toronto.ca →
How councillors voted
YES (23)
- Paul Ainslie
- Brad Bradford
- Jon Burnside
- Shelley Carroll
- Lily Cheng
- Rachel Chernos Lin
- Olivia Chow
- Mike Colle
- Vincent Crisanti
- Paula Fletcher
- Parthi Kandavel
- Ausma Malik
- Nick Mantas
- Josh Matlow
- Chris Moise
- Amber Morley
- Jamaal Myers
- Frances Nunziata
- James Pasternak
- Gord Perks
- Anthony Perruzza
- Dianne Saxe
- Neethan Shan
NO (2)
ABSENT (1)
Commemorative Naming Process for Future Toronto Ferries - by Deputy Mayor Ausma Malik, seconded by Councillor Paula Fletcher
PASSED
2/3 REQUIRED
Waived referral process for naming future Toronto ferries after community members
Waive Referral
23 Yes
3 No
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Waived referral process for naming future Toronto ferries after community members
Waive Referral
Commemorative Naming Process for Future Toronto Ferries - by Deputy Mayor Ausma Malik, seconded by Councillor Paula Fletcher
What this motion does
Skips the normal referral to a committee, allowing immediate council action. Needs two-thirds (67%) to pass — supermajority required.
View agenda item 2026.MM39.54 on Toronto.ca →
How councillors voted
YES (23)
- Paul Ainslie
- Alejandra Bravo
- Jon Burnside
- Shelley Carroll
- Lily Cheng
- Rachel Chernos Lin
- Olivia Chow
- Mike Colle
- Vincent Crisanti
- Paula Fletcher
- Parthi Kandavel
- Ausma Malik
- Nick Mantas
- Josh Matlow
- Chris Moise
- Amber Morley
- Jamaal Myers
- Frances Nunziata
- Gord Perks
- Anthony Perruzza
- Dianne Saxe
- Neethan Shan
- Michael Thompson
ABSENT (0)
- None
PASSED
Approved a process for naming future Toronto ferries through community input and civic recognition
Adopt Item
23 Yes
3 No
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Approved a process for naming future Toronto ferries through community input and civic recognition
Adopt Item
Commemorative Naming Process for Future Toronto Ferries - by Deputy Mayor Ausma Malik, seconded by Councillor Paula Fletcher
What this motion does
Formally accepts the item as written. This is the final approval step. Needs 50% to pass.
View agenda item 2026.MM39.54 on Toronto.ca →
How councillors voted
YES (23)
- Paul Ainslie
- Alejandra Bravo
- Shelley Carroll
- Lily Cheng
- Rachel Chernos Lin
- Olivia Chow
- Mike Colle
- Vincent Crisanti
- Paula Fletcher
- Parthi Kandavel
- Ausma Malik
- Nick Mantas
- Josh Matlow
- Chris Moise
- Amber Morley
- Jamaal Myers
- Frances Nunziata
- James Pasternak
- Gord Perks
- Anthony Perruzza
- Dianne Saxe
- Neethan Shan
- Michael Thompson
ABSENT (0)
- None
2026.MM39.57
PASSED
Approved releasing funds to commemorate the Bathhouse Raids historical event
Adopt Item
26 Yes
0 No
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Approved releasing funds to commemorate the Bathhouse Raids historical event
Adopt Item
Authorization to Release Section 37 Funds to Commemorate the Bathhouse Raids - by Councillor Chris Moise, seconded by Mayor Olivia Chow
What this motion does
Formally accepts the item as written. This is the final approval step. Needs 50% to pass.
View agenda item 2026.MM39.57 on Toronto.ca →
How councillors voted
YES (26)
- Paul Ainslie
- Brad Bradford
- Alejandra Bravo
- Jon Burnside
- Shelley Carroll
- Lily Cheng
- Rachel Chernos Lin
- Olivia Chow
- Mike Colle
- Vincent Crisanti
- Paula Fletcher
- Stephen Holyday
- Parthi Kandavel
- Ausma Malik
- Nick Mantas
- Josh Matlow
- Chris Moise
- Amber Morley
- Jamaal Myers
- Frances Nunziata
- James Pasternak
- Gord Perks
- Anthony Perruzza
- Dianne Saxe
- Neethan Shan
- Michael Thompson
NO (0)
- None
ABSENT (0)
- None
No ICE in Toronto - by Mayor Olivia Chow, seconded by Councillor Paul Ainslie
PASSED
2/3 REQUIRED
#snow
Waived referral to allow immediate debate on limiting Immigration and Customs Enforcement operations in Toronto
Waive Referral
21 Yes
4 No
1 absent
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Waived referral to allow immediate debate on limiting Immigration and Customs Enforcement operations in Toronto
Waive Referral
No ICE in Toronto - by Mayor Olivia Chow, seconded by Councillor Paul Ainslie
What this motion does
Skips the normal referral to a committee, allowing immediate council action. Needs two-thirds (67%) to pass — supermajority required.
View agenda item 2026.MM39.60 on Toronto.ca →
How councillors voted
YES (21)
ABSENT (1)
PASSED
#snow
Approved limiting Immigration and Customs Enforcement operations and presence in Toronto
Adopt Item
21 Yes
1 No
4 absent
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Approved limiting Immigration and Customs Enforcement operations and presence in Toronto
Adopt Item
No ICE in Toronto - by Mayor Olivia Chow, seconded by Councillor Paul Ainslie
What this motion does
Formally accepts the item as written. This is the final approval step. Needs 50% to pass.
View agenda item 2026.MM39.60 on Toronto.ca →
How councillors voted
YES (21)
NO (1)
ABSENT (4)
2026.GG27.14
Motion 1
PASSED
Approved renewal of boat club leases at waterfront properties with strong council support
Amend Item
· moved by Morley
19 Yes
5 No
2 absent
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Approved renewal of boat club leases at waterfront properties with strong council support
Amend Item · moved by Morley
Renewal of Various Boat Club Leases
What this motion does
Proposes changes to the wording, scope, or details of the item before adoption. Needs 50% to pass.
View agenda item 2026.GG27.14 on Toronto.ca →
Moved by: Councillor Morley
How councillors voted
YES (19)
ABSENT (2)
2026.IE27.7
PASSED
#parks
Adopted the 2026 ravine strategy implementation update with all council members voting in favor
Adopt Item as Amended
23 Yes
0 No
3 absent
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Adopted the 2026 ravine strategy implementation update with all council members voting in favor
Adopt Item as Amended
Ravine Strategy 2026 Implementation Update
What this motion does
Formally accepts the item including all amendments made during debate. Needs 50% to pass.
View agenda item 2026.IE27.7 on Toronto.ca →
How councillors voted
YES (23)
- Paul Ainslie
- Brad Bradford
- Jon Burnside
- Shelley Carroll
- Lily Cheng
- Rachel Chernos Lin
- Olivia Chow
- Mike Colle
- Vincent Crisanti
- Paula Fletcher
- Stephen Holyday
- Parthi Kandavel
- Josh Matlow
- Chris Moise
- Amber Morley
- Jamaal Myers
- Frances Nunziata
- James Pasternak
- Gord Perks
- Anthony Perruzza
- Dianne Saxe
- Neethan Shan
- Michael Thompson
NO (0)
- None
ABSENT (3)
Tree By-law Review Report
PASSED
#infrastructure
Approved recommendations to strengthen tree protection rules and enforcement procedures
Adopt Item
18 Yes
6 No
2 absent
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Approved recommendations to strengthen tree protection rules and enforcement procedures
Adopt Item
Tree By-law Review Report
What this motion does
Formally accepts the item as written. This is the final approval step. Needs 50% to pass.
View agenda item 2026.IE27.8 on Toronto.ca →
How councillors voted
YES (18)
ABSENT (2)
PASSED
Adopted tree protection bylaw review report with strong council support
Adopt Item
21 Yes
3 No
2 absent
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Adopted tree protection bylaw review report with strong council support
Adopt Item
Tree By-law Review Report
What this motion does
Formally accepts the item as written. This is the final approval step. Needs 50% to pass.
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How councillors voted
YES (21)
ABSENT (2)
2026.MM39.87
PASSED
2/3 REQUIRED
#snow
Approved declaring Persian Heritage Month at Toronto to honor Iranian-Canadian community and culture
Introduce Motion without Notice
21 Yes
4 No
1 absent
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Approved declaring Persian Heritage Month at Toronto to honor Iranian-Canadian community and culture
Introduce Motion without Notice
Standing in Solidarity with Iranian-Canadians - Declaring Persian Heritage Month at the City of Toronto - by Councillor Lily Cheng, seconded by Mayor Olivia Chow
What this motion does
Needs two-thirds (67%) to pass — supermajority required.
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How councillors voted
YES (21)
- Paul Ainslie
- Brad Bradford
- Shelley Carroll
- Lily Cheng
- Rachel Chernos Lin
- Olivia Chow
- Mike Colle
- Vincent Crisanti
- Paula Fletcher
- Stephen Holyday
- Parthi Kandavel
- Ausma Malik
- Josh Matlow
- Amber Morley
- Jamaal Myers
- Frances Nunziata
- James Pasternak
- Anthony Perruzza
- Dianne Saxe
- Neethan Shan
- Michael Thompson
ABSENT (1)
2026.CC39.10
PASSED
#roads
Directed staff to proceed with Ontario Land Tribunal hearing regarding 895 Lawrence Avenue East property
Adopt Item as Amended
23 Yes
1 No
2 absent
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Directed staff to proceed with Ontario Land Tribunal hearing regarding 895 Lawrence Avenue East property
Adopt Item as Amended
895 Lawrence Avenue East - Ontario Land Tribunal Hearing - Request for Directions
What this motion does
Formally accepts the item including all amendments made during debate. Needs 50% to pass.
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How councillors voted
YES (23)
- Paul Ainslie
- Brad Bradford
- Alejandra Bravo
- Lily Cheng
- Rachel Chernos Lin
- Olivia Chow
- Mike Colle
- Vincent Crisanti
- Stephen Holyday
- Parthi Kandavel
- Ausma Malik
- Nick Mantas
- Josh Matlow
- Chris Moise
- Amber Morley
- Jamaal Myers
- Frances Nunziata
- James Pasternak
- Gord Perks
- Anthony Perruzza
- Dianne Saxe
- Neethan Shan
- Michael Thompson
NO (1)
ABSENT (2)
Pothole Repair Blitz Funding
PASSED
#potholes
#infrastructure
#roads
Approved twenty-four million dollars for emergency pothole repairs across Toronto streets
Adopt Item
· moved by Mayor Olivia Chow
24 Yes
0 No
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Approved twenty-four million dollars for emergency pothole repairs across Toronto streets
Adopt Item · moved by Mayor Olivia Chow
Pothole Repair Blitz Funding
Council unanimously approved expanding the pothole blitz program with $6.2M in funding (up from $5.5M in 2025), targeting 4-day repairs on busiest roads and 30-day repairs on side streets. 190 workers will be deployed.
What this motion does
Formally accepts the item as written. This is the final approval step.
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Moved by: Mayor Olivia Chow
DEFEATED
#potholes
#roads
#infrastructure
Rejected proposal to establish road repair task force by vote of nine to thirteen
Amend Item (Additional) - Myers
· moved by Councillor Jamaal Myers
9 Yes
13 No
4 absent
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Rejected proposal to establish road repair task force by vote of nine to thirteen
Amend Item (Additional) - Myers · moved by Councillor Jamaal Myers
Road Repair Task Force
A motion to create a task force to investigate why Toronto's roads deteriorate so quickly was defeated 9-13.
What this motion does
Adds new content to the existing item.
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Moved by: Councillor Jamaal Myers
How councillors voted
PASSED
#potholes
#technology
#infrastructure
Approved using artificial intelligence cameras on city vehicles to detect potholes
Amend Item (Additional) - Cheng
· moved by Councillor Lily Cheng
18 Yes
4 No
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Approved using artificial intelligence cameras on city vehicles to detect potholes
Amend Item (Additional) - Cheng · moved by Councillor Lily Cheng
AI Camera Pothole Detection on City Vehicles
Council approved studying AI cameras on city vehicles to automatically detect potholes, plus funding for new asphalt research. Report due to Infrastructure & Environment Committee Q3 2027.
What this motion does
Adds new content to the existing item.
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Moved by: Councillor Lily Cheng
PASSED
#potholes
#transparency
#open-data
Approved interactive map for residents to report and track pothole locations across city
Amend Item (Additional) - Shan
· moved by Councillor Neethan Shan
20 Yes
2 No
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Approved interactive map for residents to report and track pothole locations across city
Amend Item (Additional) - Shan · moved by Councillor Neethan Shan
Interactive Public Pothole Map
Council approved building a public interactive map showing pothole reports, repair status, and timelines. Toronto residents will be able to track repair progress visibly.
What this motion does
Adds new content to the existing item.
Editorial context
SolveTO already provides this — a public interactive map of citizen-reported infrastructure issues, live since February 2026, with reports across all 25 wards. The city is commissioning a study to build something that's already shipped.
Source: SolveTO citizen platform
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Moved by: Councillor Neethan Shan
1684, 1698, 1700 and 1702 Queen Street East - Official Plan and Zoning By-law Amendment - Decision Report - Approval
Motion 1a
DEFEATED
#development
#roads
Rejected rezoning proposal for four Queen Street East properties by narrow council vote
Amend Item
· moved by Bradford
5 Yes
19 No
2 absent
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Rejected rezoning proposal for four Queen Street East properties by narrow council vote
Amend Item · moved by Bradford
1684, 1698, 1700 and 1702 Queen Street East - Official Plan and Zoning By-law Amendment - Decision Report - Approval
What this motion does
Proposes changes to the wording, scope, or details of the item before adoption. Needs 50% to pass.
View agenda item 2026.TE29.12 on Toronto.ca →
Moved by: Councillor Bradford
How councillors voted
NO (19)
ABSENT (2)
Motion 1b
DEFEATED
#development
#roads
Rejected proposal to amend zoning and official plan for four Queen Street East properties
Amend Item
· moved by Bradford
5 Yes
19 No
2 absent
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Rejected proposal to amend zoning and official plan for four Queen Street East properties
Amend Item · moved by Bradford
1684, 1698, 1700 and 1702 Queen Street East - Official Plan and Zoning By-law Amendment - Decision Report - Approval
What this motion does
Proposes changes to the wording, scope, or details of the item before adoption. Needs 50% to pass.
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Moved by: Councillor Bradford
How councillors voted
NO (19)
ABSENT (2)
Motion 2
PASSED
#development
#roads
Approved zoning changes for four Queen Street East properties to allow new development
Amend Item
· moved by Perks
22 Yes
3 No
1 absent
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Approved zoning changes for four Queen Street East properties to allow new development
Amend Item · moved by Perks
1684, 1698, 1700 and 1702 Queen Street East - Official Plan and Zoning By-law Amendment - Decision Report - Approval
What this motion does
Proposes changes to the wording, scope, or details of the item before adoption. Needs 50% to pass.
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Moved by: Councillor Perks
How councillors voted
YES (22)
- Paul Ainslie
- Alejandra Bravo
- Jon Burnside
- Shelley Carroll
- Rachel Chernos Lin
- Olivia Chow
- Mike Colle
- Vincent Crisanti
- Parthi Kandavel
- Ausma Malik
- Nick Mantas
- Josh Matlow
- Chris Moise
- Amber Morley
- Jamaal Myers
- Frances Nunziata
- James Pasternak
- Gord Perks
- Anthony Perruzza
- Dianne Saxe
- Neethan Shan
- Michael Thompson
ABSENT (1)
2026.MM39.86
PASSED
#housing
Directed city staff to review specialized housing building code requirements for Type G loading standards
Adopt Item
24 Yes
1 No
1 absent
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Directed city staff to review specialized housing building code requirements for Type G loading standards
Adopt Item
Review of Applicability of Type G Loading to Address Specialized Housing Types - by Councillor Josh Matlow, seconded by Councillor Chris Moise
What this motion does
Formally accepts the item as written. This is the final approval step. Needs 50% to pass.
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How councillors voted
YES (24)
- Paul Ainslie
- Brad Bradford
- Alejandra Bravo
- Jon Burnside
- Shelley Carroll
- Lily Cheng
- Rachel Chernos Lin
- Olivia Chow
- Vincent Crisanti
- Paula Fletcher
- Parthi Kandavel
- Ausma Malik
- Nick Mantas
- Josh Matlow
- Chris Moise
- Amber Morley
- Jamaal Myers
- Frances Nunziata
- James Pasternak
- Gord Perks
- Anthony Perruzza
- Dianne Saxe
- Neethan Shan
- Michael Thompson
NO (1)
ABSENT (1)
2026.MM39.36
Motion 1
PASSED
#housing
#parks
#roads
Approved temporary parking solutions for three senior housing buildings on Cummer Avenue
Amend Item
· moved by Perks
17 Yes
8 No
1 absent
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Approved temporary parking solutions for three senior housing buildings on Cummer Avenue
Amend Item · moved by Perks
Addressing Urgent Parking Capacity Gap at 175, 185 and 205 Cummer Avenue (Cummer Lodge, Willowdale Manor, and Seniors Supportive Housing) - by Councillor Lily Cheng, seconded by Councillor Vincent Crisanti
What this motion does
Proposes changes to the wording, scope, or details of the item before adoption. Needs 50% to pass.
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Moved by: Councillor Perks
How councillors voted
YES (17)
NO (8)
ABSENT (1)
Safer Subways: Making Public Safety a Priority and Restoring Confidence to Toronto Transit Commission Riders Across Toronto - by Councillor Brad Bradford, seconded by Councillor James Pasternak
DEFEATED
2/3 REQUIRED
#safety
#transit
⚑ 1 declared interest
Rejected motion to end debate on subway safety and rider confidence improvements
End Debate
· moved by End the debate
13 Yes
9 No
3 absent
1 recused
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Rejected motion to end debate on subway safety and rider confidence improvements
End Debate · moved by End the debate
Safer Subways: Making Public Safety a Priority and Restoring Confidence to Toronto Transit Commission Riders Across Toronto - by Councillor Brad Bradford, seconded by Councillor James Pasternak
What this motion does
Forces an immediate vote on the item by ending discussion. Needs two-thirds (67%) to pass — supermajority required. 1 councillor recused due to declared conflict of interest.
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Moved by: Councillor End the debate
How councillors voted
YES (13)
NO (9)
ABSENT (3)
PASSED
#safety
#transit
⚑ 1 declared interest
Approved increased transit police funding and safety measures to improve subway rider confidence
Adopt Item as Amended
19 Yes
4 No
2 absent
1 recused
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Approved increased transit police funding and safety measures to improve subway rider confidence
Adopt Item as Amended
Safer Subways: Making Public Safety a Priority and Restoring Confidence to Toronto Transit Commission Riders Across Toronto - by Councillor Brad Bradford, seconded by Councillor James Pasternak
What this motion does
Formally accepts the item including all amendments made during debate. Needs 50% to pass. 1 councillor recused due to declared conflict of interest.
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How councillors voted
YES (19)
ABSENT (2)
PASSED
#safety
#transit
⚑ 1 declared interest
Approved measures to improve subway safety and restore confidence in Toronto transit system
Adopt Item as Amended
23 Yes
0 No
2 absent
1 recused
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Approved measures to improve subway safety and restore confidence in Toronto transit system
Adopt Item as Amended
Safer Subways: Making Public Safety a Priority and Restoring Confidence to Toronto Transit Commission Riders Across Toronto - by Councillor Brad Bradford, seconded by Councillor James Pasternak
What this motion does
Formally accepts the item including all amendments made during debate. Needs 50% to pass. 1 councillor recused due to declared conflict of interest.
View agenda item 2026.MM39.50 on Toronto.ca →
How councillors voted
YES (23)
- Paul Ainslie
- Brad Bradford
- Shelley Carroll
- Lily Cheng
- Rachel Chernos Lin
- Olivia Chow
- Vincent Crisanti
- Paula Fletcher
- Stephen Holyday
- Parthi Kandavel
- Ausma Malik
- Nick Mantas
- Josh Matlow
- Chris Moise
- Amber Morley
- Jamaal Myers
- Frances Nunziata
- James Pasternak
- Gord Perks
- Anthony Perruzza
- Dianne Saxe
- Neethan Shan
- Michael Thompson
NO (0)
- None
ABSENT (2)