Josh Matlow

Doug Ford is handing tax dollars out to his friends while blowing $billions on an unnecessary convention centre on a magical island and his 401 tunnel vision. We need to focus on actual priorities, including healthcare, education, jobs, housing affordability and transit.

John Tory and I have had differences of opinion, even contention, but I’ve never doubted his love for our city. John has been a civic leader and a philanthropist for many worthy causes for years. I hope that his next chapter finds him, and those he loves, healthy and well.

Holi hai! As we welcome Spring, the Festival of Colors reminds us of the power of hope, renewal, and the triumph of good over evil. It is a time to let go of negativity and embrace joy and love.
 
Wishing our city’s Hindu communities a very Happy Holi filled with color, laughter, and togetherness.

The Astral contract should be thrown in the garbage where it belongs. The bins break & overflow, the info (ad) signs clutter our sidewalks & they’re poorly maintained. This should come back in-house to provide better service, accountability & a cleaner, more beautiful Toronto.

We’re working together to bring Raymond Moriyama’s architectural masterpiece, the Ontario Science Centre we loved, back to life to be enjoyed as a cultural institution for the next generation of Ontarians. We’ll have an announcement soon about community meetings in April.

Improving Snow Removal: My Letter To The General Manager of Transportation Services:

This pretty picture is of the province’s smaller Science Centre near their private spa at Ontario Place. The price tag is $1.4 billion. The existing building only requires about $350 mil over 20 years (and about $30 mil for priority repairs). All this based on the AG report.

The Ford government privatized Toronto’s recycling pick up program and service either declined or wasn’t provided at all. I’m demanding accountability, and that the premier fix what he broke- a basic service that had been working predictably and reliably for decades.

Here in Toronto-St. Paul’s, we initiated an emotion-focused approach to Long-Term Care in Toronto & created CareTO to expand it across the city. I’m delighted to see the province follow our example, to reform the quality of care in LTC throughout Ontario. www.thestar.com/politics/pro...

I’m asking the City to actively repair, and prioritize, the many streets that have been damaged this winter with potholes, some significantly big- that can damage vehicles and create real safety hazards. If you see a pothole that needs filling, please call 311 or use the 311 app.

Thank you to Toronto’s Education Workers, Local 4400, for inviting me to celebrate the lunar new year with you and your members today! I really enjoyed it. I deeply value, and am grateful for, the meaningful work you do every day to support public education and our kids.

Thanks to the Scarborough Junction Community for inviting me to join you today as we advocate together for the West Scarborough Rail Trail- connecting a 25km recreational path from the Meadoway to the Don River. This would be a remarkable for Scarborough and our entire city!

Thank you Reverend Hall and the Verity Centre for Better Living for inviting me to join you this morning to celebrate your 46th anniversary, and Black History Month! I really love your congregation and always appreciate the time we spend together.

We may have lost a hockey game, but we still get to turn off the TV and win. Because we’re Canadian.

Enjoying a cup of coffee early this Sunday morning, ready to watch Canada kick ass and win gold. 🇨🇦 🍁

Andrea Hazell, Scarborough—Guildwood’s MPP, is a force of nature. She is so full of positivity, passion, talent, care and love. I was delighted to attend her remarkable Black History Month Celebration this evening.

恭喜發財! I always make a point of celebrating the Lunar New Year in Chinatown to support the people, small businesses, culture & traditions that make it so special. As we begin the Year of the Horse, I wish everyone strength, prosperity, vitality and good health. Happy New Year!

Last night, Dan Seljak, my amazing team & I turned Toronto’s city council chambers into a cinema-and enjoyed a thoughtful conversation about ways to improve our city with a packed room of caring, creative & engaged residents. It was truly beautiful. No marshmallows were involved.

The Ford government’s neglect, and unnecessary closure of the Ontario Science Centre under false pretenses, is being questioned by residents on both sides of the Canada-United States border. My interview with PBS/NPR: www.btpm.org/local/2026-0...

…special and joyous time of year fill you and your loved ones with happiness and well-being. I look forward to sharing Iftar meals with friends across our city and celebrating together!

Ramadan Mubarak! My family and I extend our warmest wishes to everyone in our city's Muslim communities observing Ramadan. I hope this sacred month brings you good health and meaningful moments of reflection. May this…

At a vigil to remember the victims of the heartbreaking Tumbler Ridge school shooting, Prime Minister Mark Carney and Leader of the Opposition Pierre Poilievre hold hands & stand together on behalf of Canadians. This is what we can be, and what meeting the moment looks like. 🇨🇦

Gong hei fat choy! 恭喜發財!
It was a genuine pleasure to participate in the 2026 Chinatown Lunar New Year Celebration Press Conference today as we celebrate the Year of the Horse! Come visit, and shop, in Toronto’s remarkable Chinatown!

Little Jamaica should be respected, reflected and celebrated in new Eglinton Crosstown LRT stations such as Cedarvale, Oakwood and Fairbank. I’m working on a motion to bring to the next TTC board meeting.

My family, and our community, grieve with the residents of Tumbler Ridge, BC. I’m holding my daughter closer this morning. Our hearts are with the victims of this horrific tragedy, and with everyone who has suddenly lost someone they love.

Viva Bad Bunny! #SuperBowl

‘The best things can be done badly’: I discussed on CP24 why I’ve been pushing an inquiry into Eglinton Crosstown LRT and why Doug Ford doesn’t get to say, “take my word for it”.

…transparency and the impacts on residents and small businesses. It’s about genuine accountability, and to prevent these mistakes from ever being repeated on future projects.

I’m excited that the Eglinton Crosstown LRT is finally open. But even good things can be done badly. It’s critical that Premier Ford allow a public inquiry into the many years of delays, massive cost overruns, problems with contracts and construction, lack of…