Back in 1982, when Italy won the World Cup, my husband and I were young newlyweds. When the tournament began weeks earlier, I quickly discovered just how passionate my husband and father-in-law were about “The Beautiful Game.” By the time the final match arrived, I was completely swept up in the excitement right alongside them. As soon as the game ended, we jumped on the subway and headed to St. Clair Avenue West and Dufferin Street to celebrate with thousands of Torontonians

This week at City Council, we considered a wide range of items focused on community safety, housing, affordability, infrastructure, and neighbourhood quality of life. Many of these discussions reflected conversations I have been having directly with residents across Don Valley North about the issues affecting daily life in our communities. Below is a summary of several items from this week’s Council meeting, along with a preview of next week’s North York Community Council ag

At a recent neighbourhood Town Hall in one of Don Valley North’s oldest high rise condominium complexes, many residents raised concerns about the cleanliness and upkeep of our parks, roads, and public spaces. It is, after all, that time of year when finally it is still light out when you walk the dog after dinner. You are my eyes on the streets and in our parks when you get outside with the Springtime. I want you to know that these concerns are being heard, loud and clear.