Item - 2016.ED12.3
Tracking Status
- City Council adopted this item on June 7, 2016 without amendments.
- This item was considered by the Economic Development Committee on May 17, 2016 and adopted without amendment. It will be considered by City Council on June 7, 2016.
ED12.3 - Update on Planning for Canada 150
- Decision Type:
- ACTION
- Status:
- Adopted
- Wards:
- All
City Council Decision
City Council on June 7, 8 and 9, 2016, adopted the following:
1. City Council direct the General Manager, Economic Development and Culture to collaborate with other orders of government, the private sector, and the not-for-profit sector to promote and produce Canada 150 activities across the City of Toronto in 2017.
2. City Council direct the General Manager, Economic Development and Culture to coordinate marketing and communications efforts for Canada 150 programs undertaken by the City and its agencies.
3. City Council delegate authority to the Deputy City Manager, Cluster A, to make funding requests to the federal and provincial governments to support the Canada 150 programs, and if successful, to receive funds on behalf of the City and execute any contribution agreements required.
City Council Decision Advice and Other Information
City Council considered Items EX15.13 and ED12.3 together.
Background Information (Committee)
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2016/ed/bgrd/backgroundfile-92805.pdf
Motions (City Council)
That City Council direct the General Manager, Economic Development and Culture to utilize existing staff from the Interdivisional Planning Team, including representatives from Economic Development and Culture, Strategic Communications, Toronto Public Library, Toronto Arts Council, Toronto Office of Partnerships, Parks, Forestry and Recreation as well as Protocol Services to plan, develop, deliver and promote programs and activities for the celebration of Canada's 150th Birthday.
Vote (Amend Item (Additional)) Jun-07-2016 5:27 PM
| Result: Lost | Majority Required - ED12.3 - Robinson - motion 1 |
|---|---|
| Total members that voted Yes: 8 | Members that voted Yes are Jon Burnside, John Campbell, Vincent Crisanti, Paula Fletcher, Mark Grimes, Stephen Holyday, James Pasternak, Jaye Robinson |
| Total members that voted No: 25 | Members that voted No are Paul Ainslie, Shelley Carroll, Raymond Cho, Gary Crawford, Joe Cressy, Janet Davis, Glenn De Baeremaeker, Frank Di Giorgio, Sarah Doucette, John Filion, Jim Karygiannis, Norman Kelly, Mike Layton, Chin Lee, Josh Matlow, Pam McConnell, Mary-Margaret McMahon, Joe Mihevc, Frances Nunziata (Chair), Gord Perks, Anthony Perruzza, David Shiner, Michael Thompson, John Tory, Kristyn Wong-Tam |
| Total members that were Absent: 11 | Members that were absent are Maria Augimeri, Ana Bailão, Christin Carmichael Greb, Josh Colle, Justin J. Di Ciano, Mary Fragedakis, Michelle Holland, Giorgio Mammoliti, Denzil Minnan-Wong, Ron Moeser, Cesar Palacio |
Vote (Adopt Item) Jun-07-2016 5:28 PM
| Result: Carried | Majority Required - ED12.3 - Adopt the item |
|---|---|
| Total members that voted Yes: 32 | Members that voted Yes are Paul Ainslie, Jon Burnside, John Campbell, Shelley Carroll, Raymond Cho, Gary Crawford, Joe Cressy, Vincent Crisanti, Janet Davis, Glenn De Baeremaeker, Frank Di Giorgio, Sarah Doucette, John Filion, Paula Fletcher, Mark Grimes, Jim Karygiannis, Norman Kelly, Mike Layton, Chin Lee, Josh Matlow, Pam McConnell, Mary-Margaret McMahon, Joe Mihevc, Frances Nunziata (Chair), James Pasternak, Gord Perks, Anthony Perruzza, Jaye Robinson, David Shiner, Michael Thompson, John Tory, Kristyn Wong-Tam |
| Total members that voted No: 1 | Members that voted No are Stephen Holyday |
| Total members that were Absent: 11 | Members that were absent are Maria Augimeri, Ana Bailão, Christin Carmichael Greb, Josh Colle, Justin J. Di Ciano, Mary Fragedakis, Michelle Holland, Giorgio Mammoliti, Denzil Minnan-Wong, Ron Moeser, Cesar Palacio |
ED12.3 - Update on Planning for Canada 150
- Decision Type:
- ACTION
- Status:
- Adopted
- Wards:
- All
Committee Recommendations
The Economic Development Committee recommends that:
1. City Council direct the General Manager, Economic Development and Culture to collaborate with other orders of government, the private sector, and the not-for-profit sector to promote and produce Canada 150 activities across the City of Toronto in 2017.
2. City Council direct the General Manager, Economic Development and Culture to coordinate marketing and communications efforts for Canada 150 programs undertaken by the City and its agencies.
3. City Council delegate authority to the Deputy City Manager, Cluster A, to make funding requests to the federal and provincial governments to support the Canada 150 programs, and if successful, to receive funds on behalf of the City and execute any contribution agreements required.
Origin
Summary
2017 is the 150th Anniversary of Confederation. This report provides updates on the planning for Canada 150 celebrations in Toronto. A cross-divisional planning team has been established and submissions to outside funding sources are being prepared to supplement the City's commitment of $4.2 million over 2 years. Terms of Reference for a community advisory group have been developed and the recruitment of community members to serve will begin this spring. Previously approved Canada 150 capital projects are beyond the scope of this report except as noted in the decision history.
Economic Development and Culture Division (EDC) has proceeded with planning for New Year's Eve on December 31, 2016; and Canada 150 birthday celebrations on and around July 1, 2017 at Nathan Phillips Square, the North York Civic Centre, the Scarborough Civic Centre and Colonel Samuel Smith Park in Etobicoke. EDC events programming and support staff have prepared cost estimates for the above activities. EDC Museums and Heritage staff have prepared cost estimates for a proposed community heritage program under the broad theme "Becoming Canadian in Toronto". The total cost of the Canada 150 program is estimated at approximately $8.4 million gross over 2 years beginning in 2016. The City will contribute a maximum of $4.200 million, consistent with Council approval in December 2015 (ED8.9), to be funded by the Major Special Events Reserve Fund (MSERF). Other levels of government and external sources are expected to contribute the remaining $4.2 million.
Background Information
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2016/ed/bgrd/backgroundfile-92805.pdf