Tag Archives: safety
Jane’s Walk – tomorrow!
It’s finally spring! And with spring comes Jane’s Walks. Named after urban activist and journalist Jane Jacobs, who called Toronto her home, Jane’s Walks take place annually in and around neighbourhoods where community members walk together and (re)discover local places. Here … Continue reading
Friends of Coleman Park
There is a new group forming called Friends of Coleman Park. They are gathering community members, city workers from Parks and Rec, Councillor Janet Davis, representatives from Toronto Police (etc) to explore how Coleman Park might be improved. They’re looking to … Continue reading
Danforth Safety – information and Working Group meeting
As you may or may not have heard, a man was shot while walking along Danforth Ave near Coxwell 2 days ago. Here is a link about it on CBC website. In response to this, our City Councillor, Janet Davis … Continue reading
Street Party
I apologize for the last notice – The Campaign to Raise Minimum Wage is hosting a street party Thursday June 18th from 5:30 to 7:30 at Access Point on Danforth (just east of Victoria Park Ave). There will be snacks, … Continue reading
Toronto Police Service: Missing Girl
Toronto Police Service released at statement on Friday requesting the public’s assistance locating a missing girl. The girl was last seen in our ‘hood, around Secord and Dawes Avenues. Sarah Gauthier, age 14, is described as white, 5’9″, 160 lbs., with long … Continue reading
Secord Infrastructure – help!
Community members! Secord School needs your help! Please consider filling in an on-line survey to help Secord get new, permanent infrastructure. As you may already be aware (and for those of you who are not, listen in), Secord School has … Continue reading
McCordic Playground
For those of you who are parents, you have probably noticed that the beloved McCordic School Playground (on Balfour, west of Dawes) has been locked when not in use by the school. This popular playground has apparently been opened again … Continue reading
Alleyway of Dreams! Unveiling latest mural!
Alleyway of Dreams is a 50 year community art project taking place in the lane way between Danforth and Coleman Aves. Headed up by local residents on Coleman Ave, the intention of the project is to bring positivity and beauty to … Continue reading
Main Square Tenants Rights
For those in Danforth Secord’s readership who are tenants at Main Square (or if you know of someone who is), a new group has formed there to support tenant rights in the complex. Their aim is to be a source … Continue reading
Fix It Up – home improvement workshop
Councillor Janet Davis is hosting a workshop about City of Toronto programs you can take advantage of for home improvements, such as retrofitting, improving safety, sustainability and cost savings. At the workshop you will hear about: Home Energy Loan Program: New … Continue reading
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