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Toronto Ward Boundary Review – Options Report

This report lays out five options to ensure ‘effective representation’ within the ward structure of the City of Toronto. The purpose of presenting the options is to engage Toronto’s public, stakeholders and Members of Council in a discussion of the possibilities for a re-aligned ward system for the 2018 municipal election.

Details

Type:

Research Report

Date:

October 2015

Partners:

City of Toronto

Consultant Team:

Canadian Urban Institute
Beate Bowron Etcetera
The Davidson Group
Thomas Osler

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