Toronto’s Renovictions Bylaw (Have Your Say) – Sept. 5

Announcement

There is a growing trend of renovictions in Toronto, where a landlord illegitimately evicts a tenant by alleging that tenants need to leave the unit for the landlord to undertake renovations or repairs. The City of Toronto is developing a new bylaw to prevent bad-faith evictions and help maintain affordable homes for Toronto’s residents.


We want to hear from tenants, landlords, the organizations that support them and the public before finalizing the renovictions bylaw. This will help us protect tenants and ensure landlords understand how to follow the new rules. The City will report back with a proposed bylaw by October 30.

The City is hosting six in-person open houses to get your feedback, including one in Ward 4:

Thursday, Sept 5, 1-4 PM
Parkdale Activity Recreation Centres
1499 Queen St W

Parkdale Music Crawl & Sidewalk Sale – August 24th

Announcement

Parkdale’s first Music Crawl is a day-long, night-long event of all music styles meant to reinvigorate and remind folks that Parkdale is a place of the arts and music. Pick and choose from a variety of local musical acts from classical to techno DJs, in over 15 venues along Queen West in Parkdale. With a vibrant sidewalk sale and five outdoor busking stations—there is something for everyone!

Date: Saturday, August 24, 2024 Time: 10 am – 2 am

Location: Multiple venues from Dufferin to Roncesvalles

Congratulations to the 2024 Sir James Woods Award Recipients

Announcement
Kelly Foote, Ric Amis and Sean Meagher – West NH Board member

West Neighbourhood House proudly presented Ric Amis and Kelly Foote at their AGM with the 2024 Sir James Woods Award for outstanding community development. As volunteer leaders with the Parkdale Residents Association, they’ve shown exceptional dedication to advocating for inclusive local arts, better public spaces, and comprehensive community information. Their tireless efforts have made the Parkdale Residents Association a vital resource for the Downtown West neighbourhood, helping residents stay informed and engaged with the issues that matter most.

The Parkdale Residents Association is looking for more people passionate about community engagement, bring unique talents, and are eager to help connect with the community.

Parkdale Caribbean Food Festival & Sidewalk Sale – Aug. 4

Announcement

Celebrate the Parkdale Caribbean Food Festival & Sidewalk Sale on Sunday, August 4th from 12 Noon to 8:00 PM at the Green P Lot at Queen St. W. and Callender St. (in honour of Michelle Davis).

The Sidewalk Sale will be all along Queen Street from Dufferin to Roncesvalles. Feast on great Caribbean food, listen to live music and purchase great stuff from local merchants.

Parkdale COMMUNITY Good Food Market: opens July 10th

Announcement

This season the Market will be run on Wednesdays from July 10 to August 28 from 3 to 7 p.m. in Masaryk Park.

This summer at the Community Food Market you can expect fresh, local produce at low-cost prices and local food vendors such as Sonam’s Momos, Rahma’s Samosas, and other baked goods. There will be a wide variety of local vendors and artisans selling beauty products, candles, art, and much more! You can also explore the services offered by local partners and community outreach initiatives at tables hosted by local Parkdale organizations.

Urban Beekeeping at Ex Place – July 4 & 6

Announcement

Urban Beekeeping is back at Exhibition Place, an interactive beekeeping experience with the hives on the roof of Enercare Centre.

Exhibition Place is pleased to be working with Toronto Bee Rescue to bring this educational and fun workshop to the residents of Parkdale and Toronto.

Join this two hours of hands-on fun, which includes a honey harvest experience inside Enercare Centre with uncapping and spinning frames, filtering honey, and bottling your very own jars!

Register for either July 4th or July 6th events – https://www.explace.on.ca/community-event