Thank you to Boyd Kodak and the Toronto Trans Alliance organizing the Trans Day of Remembrance flag raising each year.

Today is about remembrance, but it is also about saying that we cannot lose any more lives to hatred and discrimination. As an elected official and Chair of the City's 2SLGBTQ+ Advisory Committee, I am committed to addressing systemic transphobia, which has no place in the City of Toronto.

Today's ceremony felt especially heavy as news that horrific anti-trans legislation is moving forward in Alberta came down earlier this week. These bills will put countless trans youth at risk by preventing them from living authentically and are a blatant infringement on Charter rights.

Thank you to MedsEXPERT on Church for helping Dr. Murti and I get our vaccines this morning! We ❤️ our local independent pharmacies

Huge thank you to artist Caitlin Taguibao for designing these vinyl wraps which perfectly capture the vibrancy of the community.

The idea to beautify garbage bins in the St. Lawrence neighbourhood was proposed as a Participatory Budgeting project in 2023, and through collaboration with Steps Public Art, the St. Lawrence Neighbourhood Association, and the Old Town Toronto BIA it's now a reality! 🎉

Thank you @kelvindoefoundation for hosting a wonderful STEAM Day Maker Festival in Regent Park and for highlighting the importance of mentorship.

The City will also open approximately 115 contingency spaces across the shelter system. A number of drop-in programs are also available throughout the day.

Individuals do not need to contact Central Intake to access a Warming Centre. Walk-ins are welcome.

I will provide updates as they are available on my website at www.chrismoise.ca/260wellesleyfire

Toronto Fire Services continues to ventilate the building and will remain on the scene throughout the day. An investigation into the origin, cause and circumstances of the fire has commenced. Meanwhile, arrangements for alternate accommodation have been made for the residents of the impacted unit.