Councillor’s corner - July 2024
- August, 2024
Councillor’s corner
Dear Resident,
As your City Councillor, I understand that property taxes are a costly burden for Torontonians. I, along with some of my colleagues, started a program to bring relief to seniors and people with disabilities. This year’s applications are open until October 31, 2...
Flood alert for Emery
- August, 2024
By Sean Delaney
Attention Emery Village residents, the City of Toronto and the TRCA have issued a flood alert due to the unusually wet summer. This season has been the wettest on record, likely due to climate change. With the heavy rains, the risk of flooding is higher, especially near the Humber R...
On the table: Summerlicious 2024
- August, 2024
By Shannon Delmarco
This summer, Toronto’s favourite culinary event, Summerlicious, returns from July 5 to 21.
This annual food festival, produced by the City of Toronto, offers food lovers a chance to indulge in three-course prix fixe menus at more than 200 of the city’s best restaurants. Whet...
Seize the summer: Explore job opportunities
- May, 2024
By Sean Delaney
The City of Toronto is gearing up for an exciting summer by offering a variety of employment opportunities, especially focused on parks, recreation, and museums. This initiative not only aims to staff the city’s extensive summer programs but also to provide meaningful work experie...
Councillor’s corner -March 2024
- April, 2024
Councillor’s corner
Looking for part-time summer jobs? The City of Toronto is hiring! We welcome applicants of all ages ranging from youth age 14+ to retired individuals. We are looking for individuals who are interested in recreation, aquatics, museums, camps, fitness, and more! These roles come w...
Emery Village BIA Executive Director’s message - February 2024
- March, 2024
Emery Village BIA Executive Director’s message
With February now ending and the snow slowly coming to an end, we look forward to the coming months and planning many important business and Community Special Events.
Soon the City of Toronto will be starting to accept applications for the Commerc...
In Loving Memory: A dedication to Sam Russo
- November, 2023
By Sean Delaney
October 21st was a beautiful fall afternoon at Emery’s Louise Russo Park, where family and friends gathered to honour a man deeply cherished. The City of Toronto Parks, Forestry and Recreation unveiled two benches dedicated to the memory of Sam Russo, a man whose life and legacy l...
Councillor’s Corner - July 2023
- August, 2023
Councillor’s Corner
Dear Resident,
The pool at the Gord and Irene Risk Community Centre is now open. This is after significant renovations to the pool and the centre’s ice rink and multipurpose rooms. While most of the centre’s space was reopened in December, the work in the pool extended until ...
City of Toronto marks Canada Day on July 1
- July, 2023
The City of Toronto offers a robust line-up of free programming for Canada Day, providing residents numerous ways to celebrate across Toronto, including signature annual fireworks displays at Centennial Park, Milliken Park, Stan Wadlow Park, and Ashbridges Bay Park. Daytime activities will occur...
A big thank you to past board members
- April, 2023
By Sean Delaney
As Emery Village grows and matures, time will inevitably bring change to our area. Many don’t know that a group of individuals from our business community continually volunteer their time to help with wide-ranging policy discussions and decision-making recommendations. This incred...
Emery Village BIA Executive Director’s message - February 2023
- March, 2023
Emery Village BIA Executive Director’s message
The next few months will be a very exciting and busy time in Emery Village.
We are looking forward to connecting with many new and old business owners as we gear up for some important community meetings and events.
In the next few weeks, the City...
A sunny day of community skating
- February, 2023
By Sean Delaney
What’s better than a wintertime skate? Or outdoor wintertime skating with family and friends and host MPP Tom Rakocevic?
Rakocevic and staff were on hand to welcome residents to the community skating party on January 8th at our own Joseph Bannon Park. It was an excellent opportu...
New Years Eve Toronto
- January, 2023
Ring in the new year with high-altitude fireworks along downtown Toronto’s waterfront. The fireworks represent hope for the coming year and form part of the Stronger TOgether program, honoring Torontonians’ resiliency during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Share your night on social media using #NewYearsEv...
City begins holidays with tree and Cavalcade of Lights
- December, 2022
By Sean Delaney
The City of Toronto signaled the start of the holiday season on November 12, welcoming its official 16.75-metre (55-foot) Christmas tree to Nathan Phillips Square. Tree decorations and preparations for the 56th annual Cavalcade of Lights presented by Desjardins Financial Group beg...
No animal left behind
- December, 2022
By Sean Delaney
The City of Toronto is taking immediate action to address the number of service requests related to raccoon distemper and wildlife cadaver pick-up across Toronto. Starting immediately, additional Toronto Animal Services’ staff have been assigned to assist with the backlog and decr...
The City of Toronto remembers Dieppe
- September, 2022
By Sean Delaney
In August, the City of Toronto is marking the 80th anniversary of the Dieppe Raid with commemorative ceremonies and the launch of outdoor and online exhibits to honour and tell the stories of Torontonians who were killed, taken prisoner or injured during the Raid, as well as the s...
Toronto’s fall recreation lineup is open for registration
- September, 2022
By Sean Delaney
Beginning in August, the City of Toronto’s fall recreation programs listings are available to view online to help Toronto residents prepare for registration in September.
Holiday CampTO listings are also available to view for camp programming in December.
Fall programs begin S...
Good Toronto eats at great prices
- August, 2022
By Sean Delaney
Summerlicious, produced by the City of Toronto, returns with mouth-watering meals served at more than 200 of Toronto’s favourite restaurants.
Produced by the City of Toronto, the Licious programs began in 2003 as a way to boost Toronto’s restaurant industry during typically slow ...
Councillor’s Corner - July 2022
- August, 2022
Dear Resident,
I’ve mailed my summer 2022 Newsletter to every home in Humber River-Black Creek. This edition includes project updates about the work I’ve been doing with different City departments, local groups, and others to advance renewal in our community. Please get in touch with me if you hav...
The CNE is back
- August, 2022
By Sean Delaney
August 19 to September 5
Founded to showcase Canada’s agricultural and scientific progress, the Canadian National Exhibition (CNE) is still a fantastic opportunity to see cutting-edge tech like the Vertical Hydroponics exhibit, and the CNE Gaming Garage.
There’s also a lot o...
Toronto’s official tree is a mighty oak
- June, 2022
By Sean Delaney
Emery’s great oak of Coral Gables Drive must have swayed the vote. Thank you to all who participated. Toronto’s official tree is the oak.
The title was unveiled at Cedar Ridge Park on May 14. Mayor John Tory announced that the oak tree is now Toronto’s Official tree and would joi...
The Finch West LRT and the Finch West Goods Movement Transportation Master Plan
- June, 2022
By Al Ruggero
In all probability, readers of this newspaper are well aware of and live daily with the traffic impacted by the construction of the Finch West LRT. Upon completion, the LRT will see the introduction of Light Rail Vehicles riding on a raised guideway along Finch Avenue, from the Keel...
Helping Toronto business keep their work place healthy
- May, 2022
By Sean Delaney
On April 12th, the Emery Village BIA, in partnership with Toronto Public Health, held a walk-in vaccination clinic at the Carmine Stefano Community Centre. The clinic was arranged and promoted by the BIA and explicitly targeted Emery Businesses, their employees, and immediate ...
Advancing the Western North York Community Centre vision
- May, 2022
By Jessica Pointon
Assistant to City Councillor Anthony Perruzza
The realization of the Western North York Community Centre is well on its way.
The final design presentation will be in-person at a local venue in June. Residents will receive an invite in the mail from the City of Toronto to a...
Councillor’s Corner - March 2022
- April, 2022
Dear Resident,
The Province has lifted its mask mandate in most settings, including indoor public places like retail and restaurants, schools, and child care centres. Mask requirements remain mandatory on public transit, in health and long-term care environments, and other high-risk settings. Wh...
The architect of Emery’s treasured Rivermede
- April, 2022
By Edith George
My name is Edith George and I have lived in the Humbermede neighbourhood since 1960. I have always had a passion for the natural and built history of the City of Toronto. For a few years I was on the Board of Directors of the Weston Historical Society. My curiosity about my nei...
Keeping a watchful eye on LRT progress
- April, 2022
By Al Ruggero
It takes a lot of patience and perseverance to navigate through the construction along the Finch West roadway. Of course, that is because of a significant disruption caused by the building of the Finch West LRT.
The LRT is slated to be completed by the end of 2023. This 11 kilom...
City of Toronto support and funding for small businesses and restaurants 2022
- April, 2022
The following is a breakdown of the supports, services and resources the City of Toronto has put in place for small businesses impacted by the pandemic.
“Toronto is made up of so many small businesses that are essential to our City’s success and vitality. In partnership with the Government of C...
Resuming in-person capacity for programs and services
- March, 2022
By Jessica Pointon
Assistant to City Councillor Anthony Perruzza
The Province of Ontario continues to ease restrictions and public health measures allowing the City of Toronto to adjust programs and services going into spring. Health units, including Team Toronto, have administered over 6 millio...
Councillor’s Corner - February 2022
- March, 2022
Dear Resident,
I want to thank the staff and panelists who attended our recent Virtual Principal’s Forum. My office coordinates these events to inform our schools about local projects and services and how they impact and benefit our community. My office welcomed speakers from the City’s Vision Z...
Business relief programs returning
- March, 2022
By Al Ruggero
After months of false starts and cycles of pandemic lockdowns, mandates, and covid restrictions, there are signs that the City of Toronto is renewing its efforts in helping small businesses re-establish their footing and getting our local economy going.
One of the indicators is th...
When local heroes see snow, that means let’s go
- February, 2022
By Sean Delaney
Emery was recently pummeled with a dumping of snow the likes of which have not been seen for many years.
The City of Toronto always tries its best to clear roads and sidewalks promptly but given the importance of removing abandoned cars and busses and getting our roads moving, s...
Councillor’s Corner - January 2022
- February, 2022
Dear residents,
Team Toronto continues to plan vaccine events and opportunities for you to get vaccinated. For the most up-to-date outline on how and where to book when, please visit:
covid19.ontariohealth.ca
Or call 1-833-943-3900.
I will continue to share postings online with the latest d...
Planning for our economic future An opportunity for industry leaders to participate
- February, 2022
By Sean Delaney
The City of Toronto invites industry to participate in a sector-specific study that will help shape the future of employment lands and economic development as part of its ongoing Municipal Comprehensive Review (MCR). Over the last year, Emery has proactively brought forward your v...
Your BIA is looking forward to 2022
- February, 2022
By Al Ruggero
Recently, the Emery Village Business Improvement Area held its Annual General Meeting, online of course, where members were invited to participate, learn and pose questions about activities, projects and programs over the past year. This included the budget breakdown and a look into...
Councillor’s Corner - December 2021
- January, 2022
Councillor’s Corner
Dear Resident,
As we start 2022, I want to share how important it is to book your booster shot as soon as possible. Public health teams aim to build and maintain community immunity to the virus as it evolves. For the most up-to-date information on how and where to book and w...
Humber River Hospital has opened a new vaccine centre
- December, 2021
By Sean Delaney
Humber River Hospital (HRH) has opened a new clinic at 2625 Weston Rd in the Crossroads Plaza, and those who operate the clinic are excited to see the community embrace them. While those advocating for more accessibility are happy to see its presence.
Sudha Kutty of HRH said the ho...
Green light for property purchase
- November, 2021
The 250-year-old Toronto heritage tree has been saved. And the city will gain a new public parkette in the process.
The City of Toronto has been given the green light to purchase 76 Coral Gable Dr. in North York to preserve a 250-year-old red oak heritage tree that currently resides on the private...
Hate to say it, snow is coming soon
- November, 2021
By Sean Delaney
We live in Toronto, and therefore, we’re not always sure what the winter will throw at us. We may have many days of snow-free roads, but we know mother nature can unleash the beast and blanket us with a copious amount of snow and sleet, creating slippery and icy roads. No one enjoys...
Kitchen24 can’t stop giving
- November, 2021
By Sean Delaney
Steve Kidron, owner of Kitchen24, is feeding even more of Toronto.
And now, he wants to not only feed, but teach.
You see, Kidron knows what it is like to be hungry. As we have reported in the past, Kidron is a person who has been unsure of where the next meal is coming from. When...
Proposed zoning has commercial property owners concerned
- October, 2021
By Al Ruggero
The City of Toronto is proposing to change zoning by-law permissions within city Employment Areas that would remove currently permitted land uses deemed incompatible with major industrial-manufacturing operations. Some of these uses that would be removed include people-serving funct...
Councillor's Corner - September 2021
- October, 2021
Dear Resident,
All of the Toronto Public Library branches offer the public an opportunity to access and print their own vaccination records free of charge. There are also various ways of storing your information on your smartphone for safe, secure and convenient retrieval by downloading the Minis...
Workplace COVID self-screening kits for Emery businesses
- September, 2021
It’s quick. It’s easy. It’s free
Here’s what you need to know about the program.
The Toronto Region Board of Trade and the City of Toronto are providing small and medium-sized businesses (those with 150 employees or fewer) in Toronto with rapid screening kits for COVID-19.
For businesses with ov...
Land use legislation good for business
- August, 2021
By Al Ruggero
Have you ever wondered why some buildings are where they are and not elsewhere?
If you live in an exclusive residential community, you can reasonably assume that no one would tear down your neighbours’ homes to build a chemical recycling plant. The legal structures governing land ...
It’s smart thinking by the city
- August, 2021
Vacant commercial space rehabilitation grant program
By Sean Delaney
Similar to the City of Toronto’s Commercial Façade Improvement Program, which provides small businesses with funding to cover 50 percent of the cost (to a maximum of $12,500) for improvements to building exteriors, the propos...
Any Emery stroll is good for the soul
- June, 2021
As we start to see more light at the end of this pandemic tunnel, getting outside and enjoying the fresh air is a much-needed change and perfect for our mental health.
We have come so far - It’s more important than ever to keep focused on the positive and what is within our control.
Now that the...
Emery Village BIA - April 2021
- May, 2021
Executive Director's message
Hello everyone,
First, I hope you and your loved ones are healthy and well.
Ontario is once again in a state of lockdown, and there is a lot of conflicting information online regarding vaccines and regulations. It can all be quite confusing. To assist you, I ...
A message from TCDSB Ward 3 trustee Ida Li Preti
- May, 2021
This year has been particularly challenging for many of you. As we navigate this difficult time of uncertainty, I wish to thank all the parents, guardians, caregivers, and students for their patience and resilience. We are grateful to our educational staff, who continue to dedicate their skills towa...
Emery BIA awarded for innovation
- May, 2021
By Sean Delaney
The Emery Village BIA was recently awarded the $25,000 Innovation Fund. The award was for the organizations efforts to provide the community with the COVID-19 Work Safe program.
The Innovation Grant, awarded by the City of Toronto, recognizes Business Improvement Areas for devel...
City getting prepared for vaccine rollout
- March, 2021
By Sean Delaney
According to the City of Toronto, COVID-19 immunization clinic staff are preparing to launch clinic operations as soon as vaccine supplies become available.
And in Emery, vaccinations will happen at the Carmine Stefano Community Centre.
A release from the city explained that Toro...
Publisher comment - Feb 2021
- March, 2021
How are you?
I hope your month is off to a great start.
I’m feeling cautiously optimistic these days, and that’s probably because schools opened again. Many parents are back to witnessing the not-so-regular event of their children getting out of bed and out the door before noon. That’s a signifi...
Room for us to run
- March, 2021
Contributed by Richelle Molaro – Humber Summit resident and dog owner
The residents of Emery Village are fortunate to have many tall trees and wide open spaces within easy walking distance. Access to our beautiful parks has become even more critical as we all make efforts to stay closer to home du...
Councillor's Corner - Dec 2020
- January, 2021
Dear Resident,
COVID-19 infection rates are on the rise more than ever before. We need to try our best to prevent exposure to stay healthy. We should only be socializing with those we live with and making essential supply trips when needed. We may be in this situation for the long haul, but we will...
COVID-19 won’t stop Santa this year
- October, 2020
By Sean Delaney
No, the coronavirus pandemic will not stop the arrival of Santa Claus, but unfortunately, many other events may be cancelled due to COVID-19.
Just recently, the City of Toronto has extended the cancellation of city-led and city-permitted outdoor special events through December...
Together to keep Emery moving
- May, 2019
By Sean Delaney
On April 11th representatives from the Emery Village BIA, Dukes Heights BIA, the City of Toronto, Metrolinx, Councillor Perruzza’s office along with local freight carriers, who’s rapid transportation flow of goods is of paramount necessity, met at the Julius Banquet Hall for a...