Toronto, ON

Toronto, ON Housing Data Hub monitors the city's progress toward affordable housing goals

The HousingTO 2020-2030 Action Plan calls for the approval of 40,000 new affordable apartments by 2030. The new hub features an Affordable Rental Housing Map with filters for approved, under construction, and completed units. A Housing Data page visualizes social housing waitlists and the rental housing pipeline over the past six years. The Subsidized Housing Listings section presents average wait times and a searchable map for applicants.

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Toronto, ON

Canada

Toronto, ON approves Digital Infrastructure Strategic Framework for guidance on future technology

Toronto developed a document governing city projects ranging from IoT devices to data collection. The 108-page framework establishes strategic priorities for six principles of responsible technology use including privacy, transparency, and equity. Each strategic priority includes emerging issues and considerations for implementation. City officials consult the framework when determining if infrastructure proposals are necessary, compliant, and aligned with values.

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Toronto, ON

Canada

Toronto, ON partners with the University of Toronto and Purolator on Urban Quick Stop pilot

Urban Quick Stops were installed on St. George Street and Spadina Road as central delivery locations. Each Urban Quick Stop is a converted 40-foot container that accepts package deliveries and drop-offs by local residents. Five e-cargo bikes are used for daily deliveries between both locations and package recipients. University of Toronto researchers use AI-powered cameras and bike sensors for measurements of the pilot's impacts on traffic patterns and emissions.

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Toronto, ON

Canada

Toronto, ON supports sustainable production by booming film industry with power drop hub pilot

City officials identified emissions as a challenge for an industry that spent CAD 2.5 billion in 2021. Power drop hubs were installed at Ashbridges Bay/Woodbine Beach and Sir Casimir Gzowski Park. The site selection process narrowed potential locations based on film permit hotspots. Each hub offers built-in electrical connections for film equipment previously powered by generators. Project leaders estimate an annual emissions reduction of 400 tons based on recent production volumes.

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Toronto, ON

Canada

Toronto, ON converts Rent Bank support from loans to grants to help renters impacted by the pandemic

The Toronto Rent Bank previously issued loans to qualifying applicants for rental deposits and monthly payments. A one-year pilot offered grants of up to CAD 4,000 for rent and CAD 2,100 for deposits by new applicants facing the financial impacts of COVID-19. City officials also approved a suspension of repayments by current users through March 2022. The CAD 5 million program's success led to a permanent switch to grants and additional support through community partners.

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Toronto, ON

Canada

Toronto, ON models new approach to long-term care with CareTO pilot at Lakeshore Lodge

The one-year pilot centers staff attention on the emotional and social needs of Lakeshore Lodge residents. CareTO trains staff members to develop relationships with an increasingly diverse resident population. Each resident receives at least four hours of daily direct care during the program. Redesigned interior spaces, increased access to outdoor activities, and evolving menus move away from the institutional traditions of long-term care.

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Toronto, ON

Canada

Toronto, ON seeks equitable distribution of COVID-19 vaccines with Pandemic Perspectives videos

The city's Vaccine Engagement Teams identified communities with minimal exposure to vaccine messaging. Young artists with the ArtWorks TO program created a four-video series with personal perspectives from targeted communities. Four themes - families, faith leaders, youth, and accessibility - localize the pandemic and public health response. Toronto supports weekly video releases with social media updates on available resources.

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Toronto, ON

Canada