City of Toronto

Multi-tenant homes (rooming houses) are an important part of Toronto’s rental housing market and provide an affordable housing option for people with low-and-moderate incomes. In 2024, we implemented new rules around these homes to expand affordable housing options and enhance the health and safety of tenants. Landlords and operators of these properties are responsible for ensuring safe and well-maintained multi-tenant houses, this includes creating: 📝A tenant service request plan that responds to all non-urgent service requests within seven days and urgent service requests within 24 hours. ✨ An indoor and outdoor property management plan that addresses how to clean common and dwelling areas and how the exterior property will be maintained. 🐁 A pest management plan that includes an inspection of the property for the presence of pests in common areas at least once every 30 days and hiring an exterminator to conduct all pest extermination activity. 🚮 A waste management plan that includes information on how they will follow the City’s garbage, recycling and organics storage and disposal requirements. The City has a grant program to mitigate the costs for operators, to avoid increases in affordable rents and support the ability to operate multi-tenant houses. Learn more about landlord and operator responsibilities: https://lnkd.in/gqPJzbE7

There’s only one week left to apply to the Toronto Urban Design Awards! This awards competition offers the opportunity to receive city-wide recognition from a jury of urban visionaries. It recognizes projects that demonstrate improvements to the built environment and quality of public places in the city. In 2023, Gusto 501, located at 501 King St. E., was given an Award of Merit at the Toronto Urban Design Awards. As a part of the Private Buildings in Context – Low Scale category, the jury called it “one of the most beautiful restaurants in the city” and “a great addition to King Street East.” Designers, developers, project owners, community groups, design students and others are invited to enter eligible projects. Submissions close at 12 p.m. on April 14, 2025. Program information and submission guidelines are available at: toronto.ca/TUDA.

We are recruiting for a Manager of Finance & Administration! Details and apply here: https://lnkd.in/gdb246RU

“They feed you. They clothe you. You have a bed. You have hot meals. And they'll sit and talk to you and try to work out your problems. I'm so glad I went to that shelter because I really sense an improvement in my quality of life.” Meet Jonathan. When his father passed away, he lost more than a loved one. “I relied on him so much that when he died, I just let everything go. I basically had a nervous breakdown. I didn't know how to deal with it, so I just walked out on life.” Jonathan was unhoused for several years before arriving at the Scott Mission and his journey out of homelessness began. Since leaving the shelter, Jonathan has been stably housed for seven years. He is a regular volunteer at the Fort York Food Bank – an organization that provides hot meals and groceries to low-income individuals and families in downtown Toronto. Everyone deserves shelter. Toronto’s shelters are staffed 24/7, and provide wrap-around supports and services, including meals, laundry, case managers to assist with developing permanent housing plans and more. In 2024, more than 4,300 people experiencing homelessness moved from the shelter system into permanent housing. Learn more about our plan to meet the demand for shelter: toronto.ca/NewShelters

Expecting a baby soon? 👶 If you’re preparing for the arrival of a new family member, you probably have an ever-growing list of things that you’re scrambling to prepare. Signing up for child care should be at the top! With the Child Care Fee Subsidy program, families on lower incomes can receive help with the cost of child care programs. However, these spots fill up quickly! For best results, we encourage expecting parents to get on the waitlist for these subsidized spots as soon as they know they are expecting a child. To learn more about the Child Care Fee Subsidy program and if your family qualifies for assistance, go to: https://lnkd.in/gR53sKwQ If you need further assistance or have any questions, contact our team at 416-338-8888, Monday to Friday between 8:30 am and 4:30 pm.

We are recruiting for a Chief Veterinarian! details and apply here: https://lnkd.in/gBwQRdRD

Between 2023 to 2024, working with Youth Climate Action in Toronto at University of Toronto Scarborough, the City engaged over 800 youth between 10 to 25 to gain a better understanding on how to best support youth climate leadership, as part of our #TransformTO Net Zero Strategy. The development, funding and support of climate-centric spaces known as climate hubs was identified as one of the most important tools for youth involvement. Climate hubs could host and facilitate community level organization on justice-centered climate action. The City is exploring ways to provide a physical space for youth to convene and could be paramount for youth climate action. Read more about this recommendation and more in the full report: https://lnkd.in/g8zw-id9

Do you groom animals in your business? Join a public virtual public consultation on April 9. We’re in the process of reviewing the licensing and zoning rules for businesses that work with and/or keep live animals on their premises. The goals of this bylaw change are to: 🐶create clear standards to ensure the proper care for animals 🐶reduce nuisances for the community 🐶and protect consumers Get the details here! https://lnkd.in/gxnxVNur P.S. Thanks to www.dogworldrs.com for the before and after photo of our furry friend! License your pet and get access to exclusive offers and discounts on pet products and services like dog grooming from our amazing BluePaw partners. Info: toronto.ca/bluepaw

Residential buildings account for 54% of Toronto’s greenhouse gas emissions in the buildings sector. To address this issue, the City is looking to expand programs to help low-rise home or building owners make energy improvements and reduce emissions. The key to reducing emissions in all buildings is through retrofits focused on improving energy performance and transitioning from gas to electric. Energy retrofit measures can seem challenging, so we want to ensure residents have the right tools, programs and support to get started. To take the survey and learn more about current retrofit support programs, visit https://lnkd.in/gpNNA-BD

Are you a business owner/operator, event producer, gig worker, resident or night enthusiast? The City of Toronto is hosting the second annual Night Economy Town Hall on Wednesday, April 30, at the TD Music Hall. Join us in-person at 12:00 p.m. for an Information Marketplace for all the information you need regarding permits and licensing, health and safety, transportation, crowd management and more. The Town Hall begins at 1:30 p.m. with City updates, panel discussions on best practices and a special guest keynote speaker! Do not miss this incredible opportunity to be part of the conversation and shape Toronto's nightlife! Register for in-person: https://lnkd.in/g_MF6JHF Register for virtual: https://lnkd.in/gu7RWUWA