A weekly newsletter about Toronto City Council by Matt Elliott
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The tardy list: Are some city councillors dawdling on election registration?
City Hall Watcher #389: A look at which councillors are taking a long time to file for re-election, plus a preview of the June meeting of Council, featuring car-free streets, parking policy, and more!
Hey there. No more pencils, no more bo...
Are Council contenders ready for "big freaking deal" changes to the Official Plan?
Hey there! The World Cup has kicked off and, so far, the City seems to be handling things pretty well. I would have liked to see Team Canada score at least one more goal, but that’s not really a matter for the municipal government.
Anyway,...
Council Scorecard scores ahead of World Cup
City Hall Watcher #387: A comprehensive Council Scorecard update, plus a new COUNCIL COMPARE feature. Also: updates on the island airport, arts funding, and more!
It’s a big week for keeping score. Not only will you get to watch the goals...
Lobbyist Watch looks at moving up waterfront transit, Weston's park problem and World Cup prep
City Hall Watcher #386: Lobbyist Watch for May 2026, plus a review of a TTC Board agenda with safety barriers (sort of), drones, AI and more.
The months keep coming and they don’t stop coming. Welcome to June.
After marathon May council meeting, Olivia makes it official
City Hall Watcher #385: The mayor is running for mayor, plus your complete recap of Toronto City Council's May 2026 meeting, featuring some cool moves, the island airport (again), e-bikes and more
Hey there! Mayor Olivia Chow made it offic...
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