This is an UrbanToronto industry update sharing information and status updates from around the industry as a means to keep our readers in the loop. We are covering updates related to rules, regulations, and changes that are being made as a result of the pandemic that impact the real estate and building industries in Toronto. 

In today's report: TTC’s 2022 budget returns service to pre-pandemic levels with no fare increase; Ontario Making Public Spaces More Accessible; City of Toronto fully reactivates Emergency Operations Centre in response to Omicron variant of concern; and more news:

Birmingham street, west of Islington, image by UT Forum contributor bangkok

Government notices and announcements:

City of Mississauga Adjusts City Services According to New Provincial COVID-19 Measures

GTHA Mayors and Chairs urge residents to be cautious as Omicron cases continue to rise

City of Toronto services modified to adhere to new provincial measures

City Council requests continued federal and provincial funding for COVID-19 related financial impacts

City of Toronto fully reactivates Emergency Operations Centre in response to Omicron variant of concern

Statements from Markham Mayor Frank Scarpitti in response to COVID-19

Ontario Investing in More Supports for Retirement Homes

Ontario Making Public Spaces More Accessible

1.5 per cent tax increase in Oakville lowest in Halton

Statutory public meeting notice for a proposed zoning by-law amendment at 627 Lyons Lane for MGM Development

Notice of meeting for a Town-initiated proposed zoning by-law amendment within Wards 6 and 7

Private sector/other notices and announcements:

Metrolinx: GO Expansion set to electrify the region – With rapid all-day service and new electric trains

Metrolinx: Metrolinx to meet virtually with Birch Cliff and Birchmount residents ahead of GO Expansion construction

TTC: TTC’s 2022 budget returns service to pre-pandemic levels with no fare increase

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