Agenda - Special Council - 20250318Town of Aurora
Special Meeting of Council
Revised Agenda
Date:Tuesday, March 18, 2025
Time:6 p.m.
Location:Council Chambers, Aurora Town Hall
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1.Call to Order
According to the Procedure By-law, the consent of a two-thirds majority vote of
Members present is required to permit the addition of Delegations items 5.3 to
5.13 to the agenda.
Note: Added items are marked with an asterisk (*).
2.Land Acknowledgement
3.Approval of the Agenda
4.Declarations of Pecuniary Interest and General Nature Thereof
5.Delegations
5.1 Ken Chen, Resident; Re: Item 6.1 - Override of Mayor’s Veto of Item 9.1
from February 25, 2025 Council Meeting
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5.2 Linda Ma, Resident; Re: Item 6.1 - Override of Mayor’s Veto of Item 9.1
from February 25, 2025 Council Meeting
2
5.3 Ki Kit Li, Resident; Re: Item 6.1 - Override of Mayor’s Veto of Item 9.1
from February 25, 2025 Council Meeting
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5.4 Harbinder Thandi, Resident; Re: Item 6.1 - Override of Mayor’s Veto of
Item 9.1 from February 25, 2025 Council Meeting
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5.5 Joe Vesia, Resident; Re: Item 6.1 - Override of Mayor’s Veto of Item 9.1
from February 25, 2025 Council Meeting
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5.6 Frank Ni, Resident; Re: Item 6.1 - Override of Mayor’s Veto of Item 9.1 14
from February 25, 2025 Council Meeting
5.7 Costabile Carpinelli, Resident; Re: Item 6.1 - Override of Mayor’s Veto of
Item 9.1 from February 25, 2025 Council Meeting
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5.8 Shaheen Moledina, Resident; Re: Item 6.1 - Override of Mayor’s Veto of
Item 9.1 from February 25, 2025 Council Meeting
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*5.9 Jordan Drodge, Resident; Re: Item 6.1 - Override of Mayor’s Veto of Item
9.1 from February 25, 2025 Council Meeting
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*5.10 Steve Fleck, Resident; Re: Item 6.1 - Override of Mayor’s Veto of Item 9.1
from February 25, 2025 Council Meeting
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*5.11 Susan Shaw, Resident; Re: Item 6.1 - Override of Mayor’s Veto of Item 9.1
from February 25, 2025 Council Meeting
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*5.12 Wendy Morihovitis, Resident; Re: Item 6.1 - Override of Mayor’s Veto of
Item 9.1 from February 25, 2025 Council Meeting
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*5.13 Sally Haberer, Resident; Re: Item 6.1 - Override of Mayor’s Veto of Item
9.1 from February 25, 2025 Council Meeting
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6.Consideration of Items Requiring Discussion
According to Section 284.16 (5) of the Municipal Act, 2001 a two-thirds majority
vote of all Council Members, regardless of who is present at the time of the vote,
is required to override the Mayor’s veto.
6.1 Override of Mayor’s Veto of Item 9.1 from February 25, 2025 Council
Meeting
(Item 9.1 from February 25, 2025 Council was re: Request that York
Region Resubmit the Application for a Men’s Shelter at 14452 Yonge St)
That Council override the Mayor's veto of the motion carried at
the February 25, 2025 Council meeting regarding the Men’s
Emergency and Transitional Shelter.
1.
*6.2 Correspondence from the Office of the Chief Commissioner, Ontario
Human Rights Commission; Re: Follow-up to proposed emergency and
transitional housing project at 14452 Yonge St.
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That the correspondence from the Office of the Chief
Commissioner, Ontario Human Rights Commission, regarding
Follow-up to proposed emergency and transitional housing
project at 14452 Yonge St., be received for information.
1.
7.Confirming By-law
7.1 By-law Number XXXX-25 - Being a By-law to confirm actions by Council
resulting from a Special Meeting of Council on March 18, 2025
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8.Adjournment
100 John West Way
Aurora, Ontario
L4G 6J1
(905) 727-3123
aurora.ca
Delegation Request
This request and any written submissions or background information for consideration by either Council or Committees of
Council is being submitted to Legislative Services.
Council or Committee (Choose One) *
Council
Council or Committee Meeting Date *
2025-3-18
Subject *
14452 Yonge Street Transitional and Emergency Shelter
Full Name of Spokesperson and Name of Group or Person(s) being Represented (if applicable) *
Ken Chen
Brief Summary of Issue or Purpose of Delegation *
- To express my own opinion on the 14452 Yonge Street Transitional and Emergency Shelter as a resident of
Aurora
Have you been in contact with a Town staff or Council member regarding your matter of interest? *
Yes No
I acknowledge that the Procedure By-law permits five (5) minutes for Delegations. *
Agree
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100 John West Way
Aurora, Ontario
L4G 6J1
(905) 727-3123
aurora.ca
Delegation Request
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Council is being submitted to Legislative Services.
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Council
Council or Committee Meeting Date *
2025-3-18
Subject *
Empowering Our Community and Supporting Our Mayor
Full Name of Spokesperson and Name of Group or Person(s) being Represented (if applicable) *
Linda Ma
Brief Summary of Issue or Purpose of Delegation *
I strongly oppose the motion for York Region resubmit the Zoning By-law Amendment for a Men’s Emergency
and Transitional Facility in Aurora for the following reasons:
1. The Shelter Model is Ineffective
Shelters models have consistently failed to reduce or prevent homelessness. Despite millions in funding,
demand for shelters continues to grow. This model does not address root causes but creates a cycle of
temporary solutions, preventing long-term recovery and reintegration.
2. Lack of Incentive for Rehabilitation
The shelter model offers food, shelter, and even access to substances—without accountability. This
discourages self-improvement, recovery, and reintegration. If basic needs are provided without conditions,
what motivation exists to become self-sufficient?
3. Wasteful Public Spending
This shelter will be run by Blue Door Shelter, which in 2023 received $15 million in government funding,
providing 50,000 shelter nights. This amounts to over $300 per night per person, or $110,000 per year—more
than the GTA’s average household income of $97,000.
The new shelter’s capital cost is $23.5 million for just 68 beds. What will the ongoing cost be? $600 per night?
$1,000? Blue Door has failed to run shelters efficiently in the past. Why will this be different?
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Are we using taxpayers' money wisely?
4. A Better, Cost-Effective Alternative
Instead of spending millions on a high-cost shelter, why not fund a community-based housing approach? If
willing host families received even $200 per night ($6,000 per month), they could provide personalized care in
a structured environment, setting expectations for a drug- and alcohol-free lifestyle, healthy habits, and
employment goals. This approach would not only support individuals in need but also ease the financial
burden on York Region families, making it a more sustainable and cost-effective solution.
For those not suited for host families, the government could provide temporary hotel stays at a fraction of the
cost until employment and housing are secured as our hotels are running much more efficient than Blue Door.
For individuals with severe mental health or substance issues, shelters should be placed nature-based areas
where they can receive specialized support—not in high-density residential neighborhoods.
6. Community Safety & Economic Concerns
We cannot risk tragic incidents like the Toronto case where teenage girls killed a homeless man. Similarly, no
family in Aurora should have to endure the risks associated with placing individuals suffering from untreated
mental health and substance abuse issues into high-density residential neighborhoods.
Meanwhile, we faced funding shortages in healthcare, child programs, and education. Yet, homelessness
funding per person now exceeds the average household income. This penalizes hardworking families while
encouraging dependency on government assistance.
7. Increased Financial and Mental Strain on Families
This project is adding stress and anxiety to our families, neighbors and the community at a time when we are
already struggling with job pressures, rising mortgages and taxes, inflation, and a tariff war. This project is not
helping the homeless—it is pushing more middle-class families in Aurora toward financial instability and,
ultimately, homelessness themselves.
8. Standing with Our Mayor
Our mayor listened to residents and vetoed this motion, prioritizing the needs of families, workers, and
businesses.
We strongly support our mayor and our community.
Have you been in contact with a Town staff or Council member regarding your matter of interest? *
Yes No
I acknowledge that the Procedure By-law permits five (5) minutes for Delegations. *
Agree
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100 John West Way
Aurora, Ontario
L4G 6J1
(905) 727-3123
aurora.ca
Delegation Request
This request and any written submissions or background information for consideration by either Council or Committees of
Council is being submitted to Legislative Services.
Council or Committee (Choose One) *
Special Council
Council or Committee Meeting Date *
2025-3-18
Subject *
Mayor's veto in Council meeting on February 25, 2025
Full Name of Spokesperson and Name of Group or Person(s) being Represented (if applicable) *
Ki Kit Li
Brief Summary of Issue or Purpose of Delegation *
To voice support of Mayor Mrakas veto against Councillor Gallo's motion during Council meeting on Tuesday
February 25, 2025.
Have you been in contact with a Town staff or Council member regarding your matter of interest? *
Yes No
I acknowledge that the Procedure By-law permits five (5) minutes for Delegations. *
Agree
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SUBMISSION TO TOWN OF AURORA COUNCIL MEETING on Match 18, 2025
Key Points:
1. Upholding Due Process and Democratic Integrity and transparency
o The shelter proposal underwent a comprehensive review process and was
ultimately rejected through the appropriate channels. (Feb 2024- Council meeting)
o The public’s voice was heard, and the Council decided through a fair and
democratic vote.
o Reopening this issue undermines the legitimate concerns of residents and planning
professionals.
2. Prioritizing Responsible Urban Planning
o The location at 14452 Yonge Street is crucial for vital municipal infrastructure
(expanding sewer pumping to accommodate housing growth communities in the
South West Aurora and Yonge Street corridor ) and the region’s future growth.
o Recent acquisitions of Parkland by the Town of Aurora, at 14378 Yonge Street is now
under the ownership of the Town, the value of the assets for a total of $3.2M and
planning to the expansion of much-needed parkland space and trail walks for our
growing community. The trailhead and newly paved parking lot are closed by the
rejected men's shelter.
o Any alternative development on this site could jeopardize infrastructure needs and
disrupt Aurora’s long-term development vision.
o The proposal failed to align with our Official Plan, which designates a density of just
two units per acre—not the 55 proposed units.
3. Promoting Unity, Not Division
o This debate has already sparked unnecessary division within our community.
o The Council’s decision to veto the proposal ensures Aurora can move forward with a
shared sense of unity, fairness, and responsible planning.
o Supporting transitional housing is important, but it must be done thoughtfully, with
the right location and careful adherence to planning principles.
Illustration:
Think of it like a baseball game: once the game is over, you can't change players or request a new
coach—just as after a democratic election, we cannot revisit decisions simply because time has
passed and emotions have run high. Reopening this process would only waste taxpayers’ money
$$$ and undermine the integrity of collective decision-making.
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The Region has completed all site work per the 2021 approved site plan for 14452 Yonge; work
completed includes planting 276 trees and 49 shrubs that cover the entire site and creating a new
public parking lot for access to the planned trail head by Dec 9, 2024. All these make it less
suitable.
Summary:
By standing firm in our decisions, we are championing responsible governance, honouring the
democratic process, and ensuring Aurora's best possible future. This isn't about opposing the need
for transitional housing; it's about ensuring it’s done correctly—with proper planning, community
involvement, and respect for our long-term goals.
Let’s move forward together, united, and continue building a stronger, well-planned Aurora.
Supporting Visuals:
• The site is currently a paved parking lot.
• 300 trees have already been planted.
• A pumping station expansion has been implemented to support future housing
development under Ontario’s new housing plan.
Official Letter from Mr.Dan Kuzmyk, Regional Solicitor and General Counsel of York Region dated
February 25, 2025 to Town of Aurora.
Submitted by Ki Kit Li on behalf of United Aurorans representing residents and 3,000 tax payers
in Aurora
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100 John West Way
Aurora, Ontario
L4G 6J1
(905) 727-3123
aurora.ca
Delegation Request
This request and any written submissions or background information for consideration by either Council or Committees of
Council is being submitted to Legislative Services.
Council or Committee (Choose One) *
Council
Council or Committee Meeting Date *
2025-3-18
Subject *
144452 Yonge Street
Full Name of Spokesperson and Name of Group or Person(s) being Represented (if applicable) *
Harbinder Thandi
Brief Summary of Issue or Purpose of Delegation *
To support SMP.
Have you been in contact with a Town staff or Council member regarding your matter of interest? *
Yes No
I acknowledge that the Procedure By-law permits five (5) minutes for Delegations. *
Agree
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100 John West Way
Aurora, Ontario
L4G 6J1
(905) 727-3123
aurora.ca
Delegation Request
This request and any written submissions or background information for consideration by either Council or Committees of
Council is being submitted to Legislative Services.
Council or Committee (Choose One) *
Special Council
Council or Committee Meeting Date *
2025-3-18
Subject *
Strong Mayor’s Veto of councillors John Gallo’s motion to get York Region to reconsider 14452 Yonge St
location
Full Name of Spokesperson and Name of Group or Person(s) being Represented (if applicable) *
Joe Vesia
Brief Summary of Issue or Purpose of Delegation *
To show support of mayor Mrakas ‘ veto
Have you been in contact with a Town staff or Council member regarding your matter of interest? *
Yes No
Full name of the Town staff or Council member with
whom you spoke
Tom Mrakas
Date you spoke with Town staff or a Council member
2025-3-1
I acknowledge that the Procedure By-law permits five (5) minutes for Delegations. *
Agree
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100 John West Way
Aurora, Ontario
L4G 6J1
(905) 727-3123
aurora.ca
Delegation Request
This request and any written submissions or background information for consideration by either Council or Committees of
Council is being submitted to Legislative Services.
Council or Committee (Choose One) *
Council
Council or Committee Meeting Date *
2025-3-18
Subject *
Support the veto
Full Name of Spokesperson and Name of Group or Person(s) being Represented (if applicable) *
Frank Ni
Brief Summary of Issue or Purpose of Delegation *
Mayor vetoed the motion about the shelter, I am going to express my support of his decision.
Have you been in contact with a Town staff or Council member regarding your matter of interest? *
Yes No
Full name of the Town staff or Council member with
whom you spoke
Tom Mrakas
Date you spoke with Town staff or a Council member
2025-3-8
I acknowledge that the Procedure By-law permits five (5) minutes for Delegations. *
Agree
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Do the Right Thing Do It RightPage 15 of 32
The Problem We Face•Our community is divided over the proposed homeless shelter.•Social media debates have turned neighbors against neighbors.•Saying ‘no’ has been unfairly labeled as uncaring.Page 16 of 32
Understanding Both Sides•We all want to help, but good intentions aren’t enough.•Homelessness is a real and heartbreaking issue.•We need solutions that work for everyone.Page 17 of 32
Learning from CaliforniaProposition 47 aimed to reduce incarceration and fund rehabilitation.Unintended results: Increased theft, struggling businesses, and unsafe communities.Page 18 of 32
Think Bigger: Is a Large Shelter the Best Solution?•Studies from Torontoshow:•Homeless individuals supported in their own communities are more likely to find stable housing.•Some Findings:•92%reduction in homelessness over two years.•Participants spent75%of their time in stable housing(vs. 39% for the control group).•Mental Health Improvements: also showed significant improvements in mental health outcomes and quality of life.Page 19 of 32
Why We Support Mayor•Repeating the same proposal isn’t the answer.•Nothing has changed since last year.•We need a solution that brings us together, not tears us apart.Page 20 of 32
Call to Action•Let’s do the right thing—and do it the right way.•Support the mayor’s veto.•Work together with the York Region to find a better, community-centered solution.Page 21 of 32
Thank YouPage 22 of 32
100 John West Way
Aurora, Ontario
L4G 6J1
(905) 727-3123
aurora.ca
Delegation Request
This request and any written submissions or background information for consideration by either Council or Committees of
Council is being submitted to Legislative Services.
Council or Committee (Choose One) *
Council
Council or Committee Meeting Date *
2025-3-18
Subject *
14553 Yonge St - man shelter
Full Name of Spokesperson and Name of Group or Person(s) being Represented (if applicable) *
Costabile Carpinelli
Brief Summary of Issue or Purpose of Delegation *
Talking about the 14552 Yonge st man shelter proposal
Have you been in contact with a Town staff or Council member regarding your matter of interest? *
Yes No
I acknowledge that the Procedure By-law permits five (5) minutes for Delegations. *
Agree
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100 John West Way
Aurora, Ontario
L4G 6J1
(905) 727-3123
aurora.ca
Delegation Request
This request and any written submissions or background information for consideration by either Council or Committees of
Council is being submitted to Legislative Services.
Council or Committee (Choose One) *
Council
Council or Committee Meeting Date *
2025-3-18
Subject *
Veto of of Councillor Gallos Motion
Full Name of Spokesperson and Name of Group or Person(s) being Represented (if applicable) *
Shaheen Moledina
Brief Summary of Issue or Purpose of Delegation *
Put pose of my delegation is to discussion of the strong Mayor powers
Have you been in contact with a Town staff or Council member regarding your matter of interest? *
Yes No
I acknowledge that the Procedure By-law permits five (5) minutes for Delegations. *
Agree
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100 John West Way
Aurora, Ontario
L4G 6J1
(905) 727-3123
aurora.ca
Delegation Request
This request and any written submissions or background information for consideration by either Council or Committees of
Council is being submitted to Legislative Services.
Council or Committee (Choose One) *
Council
Council or Committee Meeting Date *
2025-3-18
Subject *
Mayor's Veto of 14452 Men's Shelter
Full Name of Spokesperson and Name of Group or Person(s) being Represented (if applicable) *
Jordan Drodge
Brief Summary of Issue or Purpose of Delegation *
Support John Gallo's motion, oppose Mayor's Veto.
Have you been in contact with a Town staff or Council member regarding your matter of interest? *
Yes No
I acknowledge that the Procedure By-law permits five (5) minutes for Delegations. *
Agree
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100 John West Way
Aurora, Ontario
L4G 6J1
(905) 727-3123
aurora.ca
Delegation Request
This request and any written submissions or background information for consideration by either Council or Committees of
Council is being submitted to Legislative Services.
Council or Committee (Choose One) *
Council
Council or Committee Meeting Date *
2025-3-18
Subject *
Override of Mayor’s Veto of Item 9.1 from February 25, 2025 Council Meeting
Full Name of Spokesperson and Name of Group or Person(s) being Represented (if applicable) *
Steve Fleck
Brief Summary of Issue or Purpose of Delegation *
Questioning the repeated use of Strong Mayor Powers to go against the democratic will of Council
Have you been in contact with a Town staff or Council member regarding your matter of interest? *
Yes No
Full name of the Town staff or Council member with
whom you spoke
Date you spoke with Town staff or a Council member
2025-3-14
I acknowledge that the Procedure By-law permits five (5) minutes for Delegations. *
Agree
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100 John West Way
Aurora, Ontario
L4G 6J1
(905) 727-3123
aurora.ca
Delegation Request
This request and any written submissions or background information for consideration by either Council or Committees of
Council is being submitted to Legislative Services.
Council or Committee (Choose One) *
Council
Council or Committee Meeting Date *
2025-3-18
Subject *
Mayor’s Veto of Council’s vote of March 14, 2025
Full Name of Spokesperson and Name of Group or Person(s) being Represented (if applicable) *
Susan Shaw, Aurora resident
Brief Summary of Issue or Purpose of Delegation *
- To urge the Mayor to withdraw his March 14 veto of Council’s vote on 14452 Yonge Street;
Have you been in contact with a Town staff or Council member regarding your matter of interest? *
Yes No
I acknowledge that the Procedure By-law permits five (5) minutes for Delegations. *
Agree
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100 John West Way
Aurora, Ontario
L4G 6J1
(905) 727-3123
aurora.ca
Delegation Request
This request and any written submissions or background information for consideration by either Council or Committees of
Council is being submitted to Legislative Services.
Council or Committee (Choose One) *
Council
Council or Committee Meeting Date *
2025-3-18
Subject *
Special Meeting of Council at 6:00 to 9:30
Full Name of Spokesperson and Name of Group or Person(s) being Represented (if applicable) *
Wendy Morihovitis
Brief Summary of Issue or Purpose of Delegation *
Democracy is important to me. As a resident of Aurora, I would like to share my opinion of the Mayor's veto of
the February 25 motion which was approved by a 4 out of 7 majority.
Have you been in contact with a Town staff or Council member regarding your matter of interest? *
Yes No
I acknowledge that the Procedure By-law permits five (5) minutes for Delegations. *
Agree
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100 John West Way
Aurora, Ontario
L4G 6J1
(905) 727-3123
aurora.ca
Delegation Request
This request and any written submissions or background information for consideration by either Council or Committees of
Council is being submitted to Legislative Services.
Council or Committee (Choose One) *
Council
Council or Committee Meeting Date *
2025-3-18
Subject *
Use of Strong Mayor Powers against majority vote of council March 4/25
Full Name of Spokesperson and Name of Group or Person(s) being Represented (if applicable) *
Sally Haberer
Brief Summary of Issue or Purpose of Delegation *
Ongoing opposition to Men’s Transitional Housing by minority of council.
Have you been in contact with a Town staff or Council member regarding your matter of interest? *
Yes No
I acknowledge that the Procedure By-law permits five (5) minutes for Delegations. *
Agree
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Ontario
Human Rights
Commission
Office of the Chief Commissioner
180 Dundas Street West, Suite 900
Toronto ON M7A 2G5
Tel.: (416) 314-4537
Fax: (416) 314-7752
Commission
Ontarienne des
Droits de la Personne
Bureau du Commissaire en Chef
180, rue Dundas ouest, bureau 900
Toronto (Ontario) M7A 2G5
Tél.: (416) 314-4537
Téléc. : (416) 314-7752
______________________________________________________________________
March 14, 2025
Mayor Tom Mrakas
Town of Aurora
Council of the Town of Aurora
100 John West Way, Box 1000
Aurora, Ontario L4G 6J1
Dear Mayor Mrakas and Members of Council,
Re: Follow up to proposed emergency and transitional housing project at 14452
Yonge St.
I am writing for the Ontario Human Rights Commission (Commission or OHRC) about
the Town of Aurora’s recent Mayoral Decision #2025-006. That decision rejected a
motion to reconsider the Regional Municipality of York’s 2021 emergency and
transitional housing proposal at 14452 Yonge Street.
The Commission first wrote to the Aurora Town Council on February 22, 2023, raising
concerns that delaying or denying approval of this project may create barriers to
establishing desperately needed emergency and transitional housing and may also be
discriminatory under the Ontario Human Rights Code (Code).
Certain groups protected under the Code are disproportionately represented in the
unhoused population. They are also more likely to require emergency and transitional
housing and experience disproportionate harm when they do not have access to low-
barrier, accessible housing options. This is particularly true for people receiving public
assistance, Indigenous people, racialized people, and people living with disabilities
including mental health disabilities, addictions, and complex trauma. A new report
commissioned by the Association of Municipalities of Ontario provides more details on
Ontario's homelessness crisis’ human and financial costs.
A four-year delay in finding a suitable location while excluding viable options may result
in a failure to meet the needs of vulnerable individuals protected under the Code and
may be discriminatory. Under the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms, a
municipality’s lack of sufficient low-barrier and accessible housing options for people
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Ontario
Human Rights
Commission
Office of the Chief Commissioner
180 Dundas Street West, Suite 900
Toronto ON M7A 2G5
Tel.: (416) 314-4537
Fax: (416) 314-7752
Commission
Ontarienne des
Droits de la Personne
Bureau du Commissaire en Chef
180, rue Dundas ouest, bureau 900
Toronto (Ontario) M7A 2G5
Tél.: (416) 314-4537
Téléc. : (416) 314-7752
______________________________________________________________________
experiencing homelessness can also limit its ability to prevent unhoused persons from
sheltering in encampments on municipal property. This can be deemed as an
administrative convenience which violates the Charter that can not be justified under it.
The Commission urges the Town of Aurora to consider all viable options, including the
original proposed site at 14452 Yonge Street, and to expeditiously fulfil its obligation to
provide transitional housing to meet the known needs of people experiencing
homelessness in Aurora in accordance with sections 2.2.1, 6.1.3 and 8 of the Provincial
Planning Statement 2024, issued under Ontario’s Planning Act.
The Commission encourages the Town of Aurora to use a human rights-based
approach to take advantage of funding available from the provincial and federal
governments and find a solution to meet the emergency and transitional housing needs
as soon as possible.
The OHRC welcomes the opportunity to discuss this matter further and provide more
information about its Human Rights Based Approach (HRBA) Framework. In the
meantime, the OHRC will continue to monitor the Town of Aurora’s response and
actions to address the urgent need for emergency and transitional housing in the
community.
In keeping with the OHRC’s commitment to public accountability and its duties in
serving the people of Ontario, this letter and the responses received may be made
public.
Sincerely,
Patricia DeGuire
Chief Commissioner
cc: York Region Chair and CEO
Housing York Inc.
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The Corporation of The Town of Aurora
By-law Number XXXX-25
Being a By-law to confirm actions by Council
resulting from a Special Meeting of Council
on March 18, 2025.
The Council of the Corporation of The Town of Aurora hereby enacts as follows:
1. That the actions by Council at its Special Meeting of Council held on March 18,
2025, in respect of each motion, resolution and other action passed and taken by
the Council at the said meeting is hereby adopted, ratified and confirmed.
2. That the Mayor and the proper officers of the Town are hereby authorized and
directed to do all things necessary to give effect to the said action or to obtain
approvals where required and to execute all documents as may be necessary in
that behalf and the Clerk is hereby authorized and directed to affix the corporate
seal to all such documents.
Enacted by Town of Aurora Council this 18th day of March, 2025.
Tom Mrakas, Mayor
Michael de Rond, Town Clerk
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