Ontario’s Auditor General (AG) Bonnie Lysyk recently released a report sharply criticizing the province’s COVID-19 response. The report details a litany of failures by the government and its approach to dealing with the crisis. While some see her timing as unhelpful, to be critical as the proverbial ship is sinking, others see an opportunity to right the boat.
EDITORIAL: Ford flailing as COVID numbers spike (Nov. 2020)
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FORUM: City budget a real challenge but we can work together (Nov. 2020)
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Impact on homeless is most acute
By Mike Layton
Winter is fast approaching, and with COVID-19 cases on the rise, we must prepare for how to support residents and small businesses through the next couple of months.
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FORUM: How will Doug Ford’s 2020 budget impact us? (Nov. 2020)
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The government’s Scrooge-like plan is not what we need
By Jessica Bell
It’s easy to make bold and lofty promises at a press conference, but a budget reveals a government’s true priorities.
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FOCUS: Park set for eco-restoration (Nov. 2020)
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A team of Indigenous workers are bringing Paul Martel Park back to life

By Tanya Ielyseieva
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ON THE COVER: Fairy Doors in Seaton Village (Oct. 2020)
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SPONSORED: Kimpton Saint George
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NEWS: Parking versus housing (Oct. 2020)
November 2nd, 2020 · Comments Off on NEWS: Parking versus housing (Oct. 2020)
Kensington Market considers a change
By Mary An
Priorities are shifting in Kensington Market, according to a recent motion adopted by Toronto City Council that declares the parking lot at 25 Bellevue Ave. a surplus location that could be used to build affordable housing.
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NEWS: COVID-19 at 7-Eleven? (Oct. 2020)
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Store closes but not coming clean as to why

By Mary An
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FOCUS: Push for bike safety continues (Oct. 2020)
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Bells on Bloor asks for enforcement of bike lane rules
Over a six week period, the Gleaner photographed active daytime deliveries along Bloor St. West in order to give a snapshot of which companies respect the bike lanes and which don’t. Most do. Some Sysco truck drivers obey bike lane rules, while others do not. Brinks trucks must deliver via the front door of their customers, and seem to actively ignore the rules while doing so.
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NEWS: Midblock fire station on Howland Avenue gets a facelift (Oct. 2020)
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Fire Station 23 once housed steamed-powered, horse-drawn pumpers

By Mary An
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