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Have you wondered what types of businesses Torontonians work in? The 2025 #TorontoEmploymentSurvey has the answers, showing that the largest share of employment continues to be in the Office sector with half of Toronto’s jobs.

See our very first #TorontoEmploymentSurvey:
https://ow.ly/igNY50Xzcgy
November 29, 2025 at 4:50 PM
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Do you run a business in one of Toronto’s strip plazas? We want to hear from you. Your experience matters – from what’s working to what needs improvement. Take a few minutes to share your thoughts so the City can understand how to better support strip plazas.

Learn more: www.toronto.ca/PlazaPOV.
A two-storey strip plaza with shops and community services on the ground floor, offices above, and a tall apartment building in the background.
November 28, 2025 at 9:00 PM
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@planning.cityof.toronto.ca staff will deliver the 2025 #TorontoEmploymentSurvey Bulletin to the City’s Planning and Housing Committee on December 3. View the TES Bulletin here: www.toronto.ca/wp-content/u... #TOpoli
Graphic with white background and text reading ‘See the Toronto Employment Survey Bulletin for more details on the results of the 43rd annual Survey and analysis of changes in Toronto’s economy over the past decade. Toronto City Planning, Planning Research and Analytics.’ Includes a link to the Employment Survey results.
November 28, 2025 at 3:22 PM
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Toronto hit a new record high for #jobs in 2025, growing 1.5% to 1,623,710 jobs citywide.
Graphic with bold text reading ‘An addition of 23,410 jobs. A 1.5% increase since 2024. Toronto Employment Survey 2025’ on a blue background.
November 28, 2025 at 3:22 PM
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The 2025 #TorontoEmploymentSurvey results are in! That’s 43 years of tracking jobs and businesses in #Toronto.
Graphic with bold text reading ‘Toronto has 1,623,710 employees. A new record high’ on a blue background.
November 28, 2025 at 3:22 PM
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Curious how small property changes get approved in Toronto? Our new Committee of Adjustment Participation Handbook walks you through the process, from application to decision, and shows how you can take part.

Learn more: www.toronto.ca/city-governm...
Illustration of a public meeting where people are gathered to discuss proposed property changes, with a presentation showing building plans and charts in the background.
November 26, 2025 at 3:29 PM
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Are you a business owner or employee in a Toronto strip plaza? Your voice can guide future City planning related to commercial space and small business supports. Take part in our PlazaPOV Survey and tell us what matters most to you and your community.

Learn more: www.toronto.ca/PlazaPOV.
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November 19, 2025 at 1:00 AM
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We’ve just launched an Environmental Assessment to shape the future of Scarborough Bluffs West, from the Eastern Beaches to Bluffer’s Park. Help us explore a safer, more accessible waterfront.

Follow along and get involved at www.toronto.ca/community-pe....
Aerial view of Bluffer’s Park Marina, beach and the Scarborough Bluffs along Toronto’s waterfront.
November 18, 2025 at 4:47 PM
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We’re studying how Toronto’s strip plazas serve local communities and small businesses, and we need your perspective. Whether you own a shop or work there, share your experience in our short survey and help shape future planning.

Learn more: www.toronto.ca/PlazaPOV.
A row of small businesses in a strip plaza, including a restaurant, clothing store and medical centre, with cars parked in front.
November 10, 2025 at 11:20 PM
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Strip plazas are part of Toronto’s story. They're home to small businesses, local services and jobs. If you own or work in one, we’d love your input. Tell us about your experience so we can better support these important spaces.

Complete the survey: www.toronto.ca/PlazaPOV.
A strip plaza with parked cars and various small businesses, including a coffee shop, spa, pet store, and restaurants.
October 29, 2025 at 2:01 PM
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The City of Toronto is proposing a new Cultural Districts Program to recognize and celebrate unique cultural areas across the city, including Little Jamaica, West Chinatown, and Church-Wellesley.

On October 28 at 6pm, join us to learn more!
Register here: https://ow.ly/4Zyh50XghO2
October 22, 2025 at 4:15 PM
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The City of Toronto is creating a framework to guide growth and change in Weston, and we want to hear from you!

Join us at 6:30 p.m. on October 28 at Artscape Weston Common (34 John St).

Can’t make it? Learn more and share your thoughts: www.toronto.ca/weston-in-gear-planning-study
October 21, 2025 at 10:00 PM
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We’ve launched a new Committee of Adjustment Participation Handbook – a step-by-step guide to help you understand how small property changes get reviewed in #Toronto. Learn how to apply, share comments, prepare for a hearing and understand decisions.

Learn more: www.toronto.ca/city-governm...
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October 21, 2025 at 4:48 PM
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Do you run a business in one of Toronto’s strip plazas? We want to hear from you. Your experience matters – from what’s working to what needs improvement. Take a few minutes to share your thoughts to help us understand how we can support strip plazas.

Learn more at www.toronto.ca/PlazaPOV.
A two-storey strip plaza with shops and community services on the ground floor, offices above, and a tall apartment building in the background.
October 20, 2025 at 7:20 PM
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We’re launching a Heritage Conservation District Study for the West Annex area to understand its history, evolution and character.

Join us at a drop-in open house to learn more, ask questions and share your thoughts.

📍 Native Canadian Centre of Toronto (16 Spadina Rd.)
📅 Oct 21, 4:30 – 7 p.m.
October 17, 2025 at 7:52 PM
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Have 5-10 minutes? Tell us what you think about the future of Toronto’s Avenues. We’re exploring ways to add more mid-rise housing along transit routes and main streets. Your input will help shape how these areas grow.

Take the survey: ca.mar.medallia.com?e=468057&d=l...
Photo of a street flanked on each side by small businesses, sidewalks with pedestrians, trees and parked cars. A streetcar travels along a dedicated right of way in the middle of the street.
October 14, 2025 at 5:33 PM
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We’re continuing to plan for more mid-rise housing along Toronto’s Avenues as part of Phase 2 of the Avenues Policy Review.

Avenues are major corridors across the city supported by transit, shops and everyday services. They’re key places where new housing and growth are planned to happen.
A modern mid-rise building with shops and restaurants at street level and several residential floors above. People sit on a patio with umbrellas, and cars pass along the street.
October 8, 2025 at 7:23 PM
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Have your say: the City is reviewing zoning rules for parking commercial vehicles in residential areas to balance the needs of workers, businesses and neighbours.

Join the virtual consultation on Wednesday, October 8: events.teams.microsoft.com/event/bd13a5...
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October 2, 2025 at 8:14 PM
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The 2025 Toronto Urban Design Awards winners are on display! Explore the projects shaping our city at the first exhibit opening September 29.

Learn more at www.toronto.ca/city-governm...
September 25, 2025 at 8:10 PM
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The City is holding two virtual public consultations on proposed zoning changes to allow more small-scale shops and services in Toronto’s neighbourhoods.

🗓️ Wednesday, Sept 17, 6:30 to 8 p.m.
🗓️ Thursday, Sept 18, 2 to 3:30 p.m.

Register online at www.toronto.ca/city-governm...
September 10, 2025 at 5:27 PM
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Earlier this year, City Council expanded the Avenues network by 283 km. With new citywide policies now in effect following confirmation by the Ontario Land Tribunal in July, Avenues now have clear rules for mid-rise housing, opening more opportunities for homes in walkable communities.
Map of Toronto showing 283 km of new Avenues (purple) and existing Avenues (brown) where mid-rise housing is planned near transit.
September 4, 2025 at 9:14 PM
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Toronto’s Avenues are more than just streets; they’re places planned for growth with transit, shops, services and housing working together. In this thread, we’ll explain what’s happening and how you can get involved.
Photo of a street flanked on each side by small businesses, sidewalks with pedestrians, trees and parked cars. A streetcar travels along a dedicated right of way in the middle of the street.
September 4, 2025 at 9:14 PM
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Save the date! The 2025 Toronto Urban Design Awards Ceremony will take place on Wednesday, September 10 at Palais Royale. Come celebrate 35 years of design excellence in our city.

Tickets: www.eventbrite.ca/e/2025-toron...
Save the Date graphic for the 2025 Toronto Urban Design Awards, September 10, Palais Royale.
August 29, 2025 at 6:10 PM
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Today, the Province of Ontario approved, with modifications, 120 Major Transit Station Areas and Protected Major Transit Station Areas in #Toronto. The decision increases building heights and densities near transit and supports more housing options for these areas.

Learn more: toronto.ca/OurPlan
Map of Toronto showing 120 Major and Protected Major Transit Station Areas approved by the Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing on August 15, 2025. White dots match MTSAs and orange dots mark PMTSAs, with boundaries outlined around each station area.
August 15, 2025 at 5:19 PM
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Curious about the designs shaping Toronto? The 2025 Toronto Urban Design Awards All Submissions are now online.

Explore the projects are making our city more vibrant, creative and welcoming: www.toronto.ca/city-governm...

Thank you to this year's sponsors for their support.
Illustration bearing stylized text: “2025 Toronto Urban Design Awards. The 2025 Summary of Entries is now available online. For more info visit toronto.ca/TUDA. Graphic thanking sponsors of the 2025 Toronto Urban Design Awards with sponsor logos displayed.
July 31, 2025 at 10:30 PM