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A quick look at the latest news, views and things to do in Central Toronto neighbourhoods.

Activism THINGS TO DO

October: Become a Neighbourhood Climate Action Champion

October 1, 2021October 2, 2021 Streeter staff 0 Comment climate change, environment, Neighbourhood Climate Action Champions

The city is once again seeking Neighbourhood Climate Action Champions to help inspire local green projects.

*FEATURED NEWS

City recreation programs back, but you’ll need to be vaccinated

September 22, 2021September 24, 2021 Rodger Burnside John Tory, proof of vaccination, recreation centres, recreation programs, registration, vaccination

Proof of vaccination will be required for most people involved in the city’s fall recreation programs with registration opening this weekend.

Annamie Paul among Toronto Centre election signs

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Amid Liberal sweep, biggest story of central Toronto is Annamie Paul’s loss

September 21, 2021September 21, 2021 Rodger Burnside Annamie Paul, Chrystia Freeland, federal election, Marci Ien, Toronto Centre, University-Rosedale

The Liberals swept central Toronto again in this election but attention focused on Green Party leader Annamie Paul’s losing quest for a seat.

Health & Fitness THINGS TO DO

Sept. 25, 28: Start signing up for fall recreation programs

September 11, 2021September 24, 2021 Streeter staff exercise, fitness, indoor recreation, recreation programs, sports

This fall marks the return of regular recreation programming for Toronto, where COVID-19 has impacted programming since March 2020.

Arts & Music Events THINGS TO DO

Aug. 22: Celebrate the Jack Layton legacy

August 8, 2021July 25, 2021 Streeter staff David Suzuki, Jack Layton, Mike Layton, Steven Page, Toronto-Danforth, University-Rosedale

University-Rosedale city councillor Mike Layton has announced a star-studded lineup for “Celebrating the Layton Legacy” on Aug. 22.

Toronto neighbourhoods COVID map July 23

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23 neighbourhoods free of new COVID cases despite uptick

July 24, 2021July 26, 2021 Rodger Burnside COVID-19, Delta variant, map, neighbourhoods

As many as 23 Toronto neighbourhoods have fended off new cases of COVID-19 over the past three weeks, according to city figures.

NEWS

Woman wearing mask allegedly harassed in Queen’s Park in May

July 23, 2021July 23, 2021 Jay Garak assault, masks, Queen's Park, threatening, Toronto Police

Police are trying to identify a group of men in connection with an assault and threatening investigation after an incident in Queen’s Park.

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Stars coming out for Jack Layton celebration

July 22, 2021July 25, 2021 Streeter staff David Suzuki, Jack Layton, Mike Layton, Steven Page, Toronto-Danforth, University-Rosedale

University-Rosedale city councillor Mike Layton has announced a star-studded lineup for “Celebrating the Layton Legacy” on Aug. 22.

NEWS

Woman locked herself in bicycle cage to evade man: police

May 24, 2021May 26, 2021 Jay Garak Elizabeth Street, indecent act, Toronto General Hospital, Toronto Police

A woman protected herself from a man who followed her into a parking garage by locking herself in a bicycle cage Friday morning, police said.

THINGS TO DO

Go on a live-streamed Jane’s Walk: May 7–9

April 28, 2021May 3, 2021 Streeter staff Jane's Walk, tour, walk

Jane’s Walks are continuing to explore Toronto neighbourhoods and communities with activities on the May 7–9 weekend.

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Crackdown on large gatherings starting April 22

April 21, 2021April 22, 2021 Rodger Burnside beaches, COVID-19, James Ramer, parks, Toronto Police

Toronto police may not be stopping folks who are out walking or driving, but they will be enforcing prohibitions against gatherings.

Riverdale among all Toronto schools closed

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Medical officer orders all Toronto schools closed for in-person learning

April 6, 2021April 7, 2021 Rodger Burnside COVID-19, Eileen de Villa, Health Protection and Promotion Act, schools, Toronto Public Health

Medical health officer Dr. Eileen de Villa has ordered elementary and secondary schools closed and students to transition to remote learning.

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Emergency repairs close College Street after 25-foot sinkhole appears

March 31, 2021April 5, 2021 Rodger Burnside Beverley Street, College Street, road repairs, Sewer, sinkhole, St. George Street

A stretch of College Street has been shut down after the collapse of a 148-year-old sewer and the appearance of a 25-foot-deep sinkhole.

Festivals THINGS TO DO

Show love for the city with online festival: March 6–April 6

March 12, 2021April 6, 2021 Streeter staff Celebrate Toronto

Celebrate Toronto is honouring the city’s 187th Anniversary as a virtual festival to show love for Toronto and its small businesses.

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