Community Update: May 15, 2026

May 15, 2026 edition of Councillor Alejandra Bravo's Community Newsletter

Over the past couple of weeks, I’ve been out across Davenport attending community meetings, connecting with residents, and hearing about the issues and ideas that residents are thinking about. Here’s a snapshot of some of the events, conversations, and community discussions I was happy to take part in over the last two weeks.

I visited several of Davenport’s existing neighbourhood retail shops to spread the news that Council has approved more small business options on neighbourhood streets. Local, independent shops and corner stores are community assets. They increase access to goods and services for those who can’t drive, or mean one less car trip for those who do. They also mean a more liveable, vibrant neighbourhood with a better sense of community.

I met with community members to discuss the development proposal approved by the province’s Ontario Land Tribunal (OLT) at 1117 Queen Street West. While the outcome at the OLT was not what I, the community, or the City had hoped for, it provided a valuable opportunity to engage with concerned neighbours. This week’s discussion allowed us to share perspectives, learn more about planning policies, and explore advocacy moving forward.

I convened a meeting with Metrolinx and City staff to provide updates on the West Toronto Railpath closures and the long-awaited extension to Sudbury Street. Over 50 people attended, and we heard that the closure at Bloor should reopen this summer, and that the extension is anticipated to begin construction late this year. The Railpath is a vital piece of community infrastructure, and I will continue to work to ensure that residents are well-informed about construction updates.

I was glad to join Davenport neighbours and our local MPP Marit Stiles as well as School Trustee Alexis Dawson at the Community Town Hall on School Lands last week. At the event I spoke about my Council motion to protect school lands in Davenport and across Toronto from the Province’s goal of selling off these sites for private development.

I joined City Planning staff and residents at the community consultation for Safehaven’s proposal to expand their Bloor Street site. Safehaven is a community non-profit that provides care and therapeutic services to children and adults with complex disabilities and medical needs. Their proposal includes new residential and programming space for clients, including spaces for caregivers to stay when children have medical and hospital visits.

I was happy to join Carleton Village gardeners at their seed sorting event last week at Silverthorn library. Along with neighbours I learned how to make a seed envelope, and dropped off some grow-your-own basil kits for participants.

The Magellan Centre project for seniors, located at 640 Lansdowne, marked a significant construction milestone this week: the completion of their roof. I was on-site to celebrate this critical step forward, which will bring 256 long-term care beds and 57 affordable housing units to our community.

Finally, it was wonderful to see so many people out at our Community Cleanup. Thank you to the Parks and Toronto Parking Authority staff who joined to help out, and the over 30 residents who volunteered their time and energy to take part. Together we cleaned up 15 bags of garbage as well as four bags of yard waste from the intersection at St. Clair and Dufferin, Sam Ciccolini Laneway, and the garden space at St Clair Gardens.

Sincerely,

Alejandra Bravo
City Councillor • Ward 9 • Davenport
Chair, Economic & Community Development Committee

In this Edition

Junction Triangle Library reopening on May 15
Development Application for 18-storey mixed-use building at 1492 St. Clair West
Tickets Now Available for FIFA Fan Festival™ Toronto
Fireworks: Stay Safe and Prevent Accidents
Love local this Victoria Day Weekend dining at CaféTO patios
Doors Open Toronto returns May 23 & 24
Save the date: 12th Annual Toronto Newcomer Day on May 29
Summer service schedule has begun for Toronto Island Ferries
Pride Flag-Raising Celebrations at City Hall and Across Toronto
How to Prevent Basement Flooding

Junction Triangle Library reopening on May 15

Toronto Public Library has announced that HVAC repairs are now complete and Junction Triangle will be reopening on Friday, May 15 at 10:00 am.

TPL staff have been at the branch putting the finishing touches on getting the library ready and are looking forward to welcoming you back. TPL would like to thank you for your patience and appreciate all of your support through this process.

Development Application for 18-storey mixed-use building at 1492 St. Clair West

The City of Toronto’s Development Review Division has received an application to permit an 18-storey mixed-use building at 1492 St. Clair West.

Join City of Toronto staff at the virtual community consultation meeting on Thursday, May 28, 2026 from 6:00 - 8:00 pm where you can learn about the proposal, provide comments, ask questions, and speak with the project team.

Visit www.toronto.ca/CPconsultations for the registration link and instructions on how to join.

Tickets now available for FIFA Fan Festival™ Toronto

Experience the energy of FIFA Fan Festival™ Toronto at Fort York and The Bentway. Enjoy live match screenings, music, food and vibrant cultural programming alongside fellow fans. General admission is free. Book your tickets now and be part of the action.

Fireworks: Stay safe and prevent accidents

An exciting part of Victoria Day and Canada Day festivities, fireworks also have potential to cause serious injury. In Toronto, you are only allowed to set off consumer fireworks without a permit on Victoria Day (May 18 this year) and Canada Day on your own private property until 11 p.m. On all other days, you need a permit. Before celebrating with fireworks, it’s important to know when and where they are allowed, how to use them safely and how to dispose of them correctly. Learn more at toronto.ca/fireworks.

Love local this Victoria Day Weekend by dining at CaféTO patios

This long weekend kicks off patio season in Toronto. Explore what our local chefs, diverse cuisines and neighbourhood hospitality have to offer this season from May to October at more than 1,600 outdoor dining spaces citywide, including 290 curb lane cafés, 604 sidewalk cafés and 752 private patios.

See the CaféTO map by clicking here.

Doors Open Toronto returns May 23 & 24

Explore more than 160 of Toronto’s beloved buildings and sites for free during Doors Open Toronto. This weekend-long celebration of architecture and public spaces takes place May 23 and 24 between 10 am to 5 pm unless otherwise indicated. Register for free guided neighbourhood tours and themed talks that delve into the people, places and stories that make the city a global mosaic.

Find more information on the Doors Open Toronto web page.

Save the date: 12th Annual Toronto Newcomer Day on May 29

Celebrate newcomers, explore settlement services and enjoy live performances and activities at the 12th Annual Toronto Newcomer Day on Friday, May 29 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Nathan Phillips Square. Free for all ages; some activities may require advance registration.

Learn more at toronto.ca/NewcomerDay

Summer service schedule has begun for Toronto Island Ferries

The Toronto Island Ferries summer service schedule is now in effect until September 15, providing more frequent crossings for travel between the city and Toronto Island Park for both passengers and vehicles. Customers can save time by buying tickets online in advance and consulting the City’s web page for more service information.

Grab a ticket and check the ferry schedule here: toronto.ca/ferries

Pride Flag-Raising Celebrations at City Hall and Across Toronto

Celebrate Pride Month with the City of Toronto at a flag-raising celebration on Monday, June 1 at 5 p.m. at Nathan Phillips Square. Enjoy live entertainment and hear from Mayor Olivia Chow, Members of Council and representatives from Pride Toronto. Pride flag-raising events will also take place Tuesday, May 26 at Etobicoke Civic Centre and North York Civic Centre and May 28 at Scarborough Civic Centre. Learn more and attend.

How to Prevent Basement Flooding

Up to $6,650 per property is available for eligible flood protection work that helps safeguard your home from basement flooding. Learn about the Basement Flooding Protection Subsidy Program.

Basements can flood for many reasons. While the City is working to improve its complex system of underground pipes, sewers and catch basins, these improvements alone cannot completely protect a home from basement flooding.

During heavy rain, the sewers can become overloaded. It is essential that homeowners take steps to help protect their home from basement flooding.

In the Community

It was so fun to attend the Oasis Dufferin Community Centre’s Latin Fiesta.

Thank you to everyone who volunteered their time and energy to take part in our Dufferin and St. Clair neighbourhood cleanup last weekend.

I visited the under construction Magellan Centre which recently saw the completion of its roof.

Thank you to Metrolinx and City staff who joined us to provide updates on the temporary closures of the existing Railpath and plans for its future extension to Sudbury Street.

I met with the community to discuss the redevelopment of 1117 Queen Street West and to share perspectives, learn more about planning policies, and explore advocacy moving forward.

I visited several of Davenport’s existing neighbourhood retail shops to spread the news that City Council has relegalized small businesses on neighbourhood streets.

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