Last year, some councillors tried to infringe on our Charter rights and freedoms by attempting to ban protests and pickets across the city.

The vote was close, but we organized and won. Help protect our Charter freedoms again: www.progresstoronto.ca/petition-pro...

Could restrictions on protests and pickets amount to a ban in nearly every neighbourhood?

A bylaw limiting our freedoms could affect communities across the city. Take action: www.progresstoronto.ca/petition-pro...

We're seeing unprecedented attacks on the freedom to protest south of the border, with protesters being arrested and deported. As we protect Canada’s sovereignty from Trump, we must also defend our Charter rights and freedoms.

Sign the petition: www.progresstoronto.ca/petition-pro...

In the 2025 Budget libraries are set to open 7 days per week at ALL branches across the city. Right now many libraries aren’t open on Sundays.

But conservatives want to keep libraries closed to save a buck.

Push back against conservatives: www.progresstoronto.ca/no-cuts-no-f...

For decades TTC fares have risen beyond inflation. Now we can freeze fares to save riders money and encourage more transit use.

But conservatives want to increase fares and balance the budget on the backs of riders. Take action against fare increases: www.progresstoronto.ca/no-cuts-no-f...

As families struggle to access food, conservatives want to cut school meals that would feed over 21,500 children.

These programs ensure students are fed, helping them learn. They also save families time and money.

Sign our petition to say no to cuts: www.progresstoronto.ca/no-cuts-no-f...

We are proud to offer our trainings for free so that cost isn’t a barrier to learning how to get involved in the budget process at City Hall.

If you can, support our work by chipping in to our Training Fund or by donating when you sign up:
donorbox.org/training-fund

City Council votes to finalize the 2025 Budget on Feb 11 and you can join us the day of to watch it happen live 👀

Progress Toronto staff will provide helpful info throughout the day, and can answer questions about process, timing, and motions! Sign up:
www.progresstoronto.ca/budget-train...

Join Progress Toronto Organizer Francis Tersigni on Jan 28 for our Phone Bank for a Better Budget workshop ☎️

Learn how to have impactful conversations over the phone, help others to take action, and you will even have a chance to practice!

Sign up:
www.progresstoronto.ca/budget-train...

Don't know where to start when drafting your speech for budget consultations? ✍️

Join our Speaking at Budget Consultations Prep Session on Jan 19 at 12pm to write, practice, and get feedback. You will have the chance to collaborate with others! Sign up: www.progresstoronto.ca/budget-train...

On Jan 16, we will run How to Speak at Budget Consultations (also known as "making a deputation") training with the Toronto Youth Cabinet's Stephen Mensah and Progress Toronto's Saman Tabasinejad 🗣️

Learn how you can impact the Budget Committee's decisions: www.progresstoronto.ca/budget-train...

We start off with our City Budget 101 on Jan 15 with Councillor Gord Perks and Councillor Alejandra Bravo’s Chief of Staff Wyndham Bettencourt-McCarthy. We will share what's in the 2025 staff budget, the budget process, and how you can have your say 📊

www.progresstoronto.ca/budget-train...

While progress is underway to create new shelters, opposition from certain politicians and anti-shelter advocates threatens to stall these efforts.

Call on your elected official to support the City’s shelter infrastructure plan using our petition tool: www.progresstoronto.ca/petition-tac...

New shelter locations have been chosen based on need, access to transit and services, & other evidence.

Homelessness exists in every corner of Toronto. No neighbourhood should be “off limits” for shelters.

Shelters belong in our communities. Take action: www.progresstoronto.ca/petition-tac...

In addition to a warm bed, shelters can connect people with healthcare, community, and support to find permanent housing.

While we need more affordable and supportive housing, shelters are vital to tackling the homelessness crisis now.

Send your message: www.progresstoronto.ca/petition-tac...

A conservative organization will likely be funded by and serve the wealthy and well-connected. Meanwhile, Progress Toronto is fueled by thousands dedicated to building a more inclusive city.

We’re focused on scaling up to prepare for a big fight. Join us:
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