What we know about the potential impacts on housing and traffic of Island Airport expansion based on any publicly available information.
Last week, City staff reported to the Planning and Housing Committee about the potential impacts on housing and traffic of Island Airport expansion based on any publicly available information.
The City report highlights a number of areas that are of concern to me and many Torontonians, particularly:
Less housing on the waterfront and in southern Etobicoke and impacts to livability of housing in these areas, to account for more pollution and noise
Serious impacts on congestion on Bathurst St, Queen’s Quay and Lake Shore Blvd
Less park spaces available for public use, like Little Norway Park and the Toronto Island Park, in our downtown communities
The air and water quality and harbour use impacting local ecosystems, residents, and visitors
I moved motions with the Committee Chair for more information on the implications of foreign ownership of major transportation infrastructure (by American investment company JP Morgan) and the impacts on water quality in the Inner Harbour.
Decisions about the future of the Island Airport must be part of a transparent, democratic, and evidence-based process. Torontonians deserve to have a say.
The Canadian National Exhibition will run this year from August 21 to September 7! I know it is a part of so many people’s annual summer tradition - mine included. And it means people will be coming from near and far to Exhibition Place, with additional traffic, road closures, and diversions.
Toronto Caribbean Carnival is a staple of summer in our city. I have been pushing City staff to take measures to make sure residents and visitors alike can navigate the area safely and in a reliable way.
I’m proud to bring a new Aquatic Centre and Park to Rees St parking lot!