Cabbagetown Blog

As a part of the city-wide spring clean-up, the City of Toronto will be taking abandoned bicycles off of the streets to keep bike parking available and the roads uncluttered. If you think that you have found a bicycle that looks abandoned — cracked frame, flat tires, missing parts, or has been chained to the same place for over a month — call 311 and provide the city with as many details as possible.  Those that are reported will be removed immediately unless the state of the bike is undetermined. In such cases, the city will place a notification on …

On Thursday, April 18th, the BIA will be hosting two community workshops. These workshops will engage with many popular topics, such as the importance of community in marketing and new-immigrant banking services.  Both workshops will be held at different places and at different times. The chosen speakers for both events are true professionals in the field and have much knowledge and experience to offer. Community Marketing with Nick & Hilary Where: HomeLife/ Realty One Ltd., 501 Parliament Street. When: 2pm-3:30pm What Is Community Marketing All About? The first BIA workshop will primarily focus on how to use social media to improve a business’ …

This Saturday, join the Aberdeen Avenue Residents’ Group (AARG) during their annual street clean-up. Residents are encouraged to meet at Winchester Square — our city designated area — between 10am and 2pm.  Litter bags will be supplied and will be generously picked up by Steve Nobel from City Hall at the end of the day. Be sure to bring your own gloves, a small shovel, broom, and dust pan, so that you can make the most out of this spring cleaning experience. It’s an incredible opportunity to bond with fellow community members in making the neighbourhood a cleaner, prettier place. …

– Regent Park, Toronto: A Story of Commitment, Commonality, and Collectivity – Growing the “Garden City” At the beginning of the 20th Century, Regent Park had been known as Cabbagetown, a name now associated with the neighbourhood due North. But it wasn’t until 1948 that city officials envisioned a new urban design for this 69-acre lot. Inspired by the idealized “Garden City” movement, the area was to be dismantled, leaving behind only remnants of two of its original streets – Regent Street and Park Street. Thus the name Regent Park came into existence, a new name for a postwar modernist …

When the Cabbagetown South Residents’ Association met with Division 51 officers on  March 6th, they voiced a variety of community concerns regarding local crime and discussed how residents can help put an end to it.  After the meeting finished, members of the association returned to the community with the following tips to stop crime in Cabbagetown: Stop Crime in Cabbagetown through Observation In order to prevent crime, the Toronto police need more information.  It is recommended that residents keep a daily log to document instances of recurring criminal activity in their neighbourhood.  In doing so, officers will have a better …

“Spring has sprung and old is new. Here are things for you to do.” Read below and make some notes. Come see lambs, cows, pigs and goats.” There are many great things to come and see at Riverdale Farm this spring.  Explore the farm’s 7.5-acres and experience the outdoors during a time of new growth and awakening.  Walk the paths through the forest, sit casually by the pond, or tour the diverse vegetable gardens – there are plenty of family activities going on at Riverdale Farm and all are welcomed to join.  If you come soon you will see the farm’s most …

We’ve compiled another list of Cabbagetown’s local sales!  Let’s see what businesses are offering and what events are coming-up this month:   Cycle Solutions Tune-Up In addition to Cycle Solution’s spring stock, they are now accepting appointments for bike tune-ups ($50 +parts).  Returning customers will be placed on a priority list for their first two years.  While in-store, be sure to check out the latest helmets, lights, and accessories, as well as the innovative electronic shifting systems for road bikes.  Visit Cycle Solutions at 444 Parliament or give a call at (416) 972-6968 to book a date for your bike’s …

The arrival of spring has inspired many Cabbagetown businesses to promote their local sales.  Here are some of the sales beginning this week: Menagerie Be sure to visit Menagerie before the end of April to take advantage of their winter gear clear-out.  Save 20% on Canada Pooch Jackets and Muttluk Boots, or treat your dog to a nice DIU bath for only $10.  The shop is located on 549 Parliament and is opened 10:30am-7pm Monday to Friday, 10am-6pm Saturday, and 12pm-5pm on Sunday. Kendall & Co The first phase of renovations is now complete at Kendall & Co.  In the …

It’s that time again…tax season is upon us and here’s what we’re going to do about it. Important Dates March 31st – Deadline for any 2012 penalty tax owing on excess RRSP contributes April 1st – Last day to file a Canadian Income Tax Return Should You Do This Year’s Taxes on Your Own? Having someone do your taxes for you can be expensive.  Hiring an accountant to help with your return could cost anywhere from a few hundred to a few thousand dollars.  But now that the CRA is encouraging Canadians to file taxes online, people can do their …

A Call for Volunteers The annual Forsythia Festival is quick approaching!  On Sunday May 5th prepare to join hundreds of cheerful residents in Wellesley Park for an event filled day.  The parade will begin at the corner of Sumach and Winchester Street at 10am and the festivities will last until 3pm.  In order for this year’s event to run smoothly, the Cabbagetown Residents Association is looking for a few more volunteers.  Even if you can only spare one hour of your time, the community will be extremely grateful.  If you are interested in helping out at this year’s Forsythia Festival, …