Oriole Park Association

We are reaching out to invite your feedback on the preferred design option for the Eglinton Park Master Plan Phase 1 Implementation. This design option is informed by all the feedback that has been heard throughout the community and public engagement on the project.

You are invited to review the design option and complete the survey by January 5th, 2024. The survey link is provided on the project webpage. Additional project updates will be made available on the website.

Please circulate this survey with your neighbours, as we want to ensure that as many community members and park users share their feedback as possible.

Warm regards,

The Oriole Park Association

Eglinton Park Revitalization The City completed the Eglinton Park Master Plan in 2019 and is working towards park improvements in a phased approach based on the four priority areas identified in the Master Plan and the available project budget. A three-phase community engagement process for Phase 1 Implementation: Priority Area...

SCAM ACTIVE IN CHAPLIN ESTATES /ORIOLE PARK

The OPA received a community warning from one of our members who wished to share their experience in the hopes of preventing any further victims.

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There is a group of purported contractors that engage in deceptive and high pressure tactics to encourage homeowners to agree to home maintenance. The contractors demand cash only, and repeatedly demand additional instalments of cash to complete the work. The work is not completed.

Police offer the following tips to help homeowners from falling victim to similar scams:

1) Be wary of unsolicited contractors going door to door, especially those using pressure tactics and demanding advance payment in cash

2) Avoid impulse decisions to hire a contractor

3) Do your research

4) Select a reputable company and obtain a detailed written contract

5) There is no obligation to speak to a salesperson soliciting at your door

6) Remember, if it sounds too good to be true, it probably is

If you are suspicious of any individuals or crew that come to the door, please contact 53 Division. They are aware of the situation. You can reach them at (416) 808-5300.

This scam has been reported in multiple neighbourhoods across the city, so please share this information.

Stay safe!

Warm regards,

The Oriole Park Association

Public Safety Alert
Avenue Road and Chaplin Crescent area,
Break and Enter Investigation
Unit: 53 Division

Case #: 2023-2020248 Published: Thursday, September 7, 2023, 3:23 PM

The Toronto Police Service would like to make the public aware of a break and enter investigation.

On Wednesday August 29, 2023, police responded to a call for a break and enter in the Avenue Road and Chaplin Crescent area.

It is reported that:

A man entered a residence at some point during the evening while the occupants were home. It's believed he remained inside the home for a couple of hours before being confronted by the occupants. The man then fled the residence on foot.
The man is described as male, white, 35-40 years, 5’10, thin build and dark hair. He was wearing a grey hoodie and shorts.

Police are reminding members of the public to ensure the doors and windows of their residences are properly secured in order to ensure that intruders do not have easy access.

Anyone with information, or video surveillance in the area is asked to contact police at 416-808-5300, Crime Stoppers anonymously at 416-222-TIPS (8477), or at

Toronto Crime Stoppers - 222tips Toronto Crime Stoppers prevents and reduces crime by partnering with the community, law enforcement and the media to offer anonymity and cash rewards to anyone providing information leading to an arrest or of significant use.

THIS SATURDAY!!!

Save the Date!

Join us for an afternoon of skating, hot chocolate and snacks at the North Toronto Memorial outdoor skating rink.

Saturday, February 25th, 1-3pm

We hope to see you there!

Community Consultation Tonight!

Please participate!

Oxford is hosting a virtual meeting to provide an update on the redevelopment of Canada Square.

Since the original application was filed in 2020, Oxford has developed a refined master plan based on feedback from various stakeholders.

Join this meeting online or by phone to learn about the project, ask questions, share feedback, and hear from others.

Date: Tuesday, December 13, 2022
Time: 6:00 - 8:00 pm

Register at https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZYodeygrzsqEtK6Xg0ubMpP89rwCoDK7fNX

The Oriole Park Association's Annual General Meeting is taking place November 15th, 2022 at 7pm.

To learn what the Association has undertaken in the recent year on behalf of the Oriole Park community, please tune in!

All members will have now received the Zoom invitation by email.

IMPORTANT CHANGES TO SOME KEY PROPERTY RELATED BYLAWS

At its June 2022 meeting, Toronto City Council adopted amendments to three bylaws: Property Standards Bylaw, Vacant and Hazardous Properties Bylaw, and the Building Construction and Demolition Bylaw. We are emailing you today to provide an update on some of the key changes in the bylaws and will appreciate it if you share the information with members of your network.

1. Enforcement of the Property Standards Bylaw

The City is currently working to establish fines for violations of the Property Standards Bylaw, which will allow bylaw enforcement officers to issue tickets when required. Information about the fines will be made available on the City's Property Standards webpage.

Residents can contact 311 to submit a complaint about a bylaw violation. If there is a complaint or information about a possible violation, Bylaw Enforcement Officers will review the complaint and if validated, investigate, educate and/or take enforcement actions. The goal is to resolve issues and ensure that property owners/operators and occupants are following the bylaws. Each issue is addressed on a case-by-case basis to make sure reasonable, fair and appropriate actions are taken. For example, in some cases the issue may be resolved through education. In other cases, further enforcement action is required.

If a property owner/operator or occupant does not comply with the Property Standards Bylaw, they are guilty of an offence. Enforcement action may include an Order to Comply, a fine or a summons to appear before the Court. If property owners/operators do not comply, the City may carry out maintenance work to ensure compliance, with the cost of the work added to the property tax bill.

2. Changes in the Vacant-Derelict Properties Bylaw

The Vacant or Hazardous Property Bylaw, applies to all vacant buildings and hazardous properties in Toronto, including unsafe properties that pose an immediate danger to the health or safety of people. In addition to the requirements of the Property Standards Bylaw, the owner of a vacant property must protect the building against risk of fire or danger by preventing the entrance of all unauthorized persons, ensure that all materials used to secure a vacant building are compatible in colour to the exterior of the building, and disconnect utilities if the building is vacant for more than 90 days. More information is available on the City's Property Standards webpage.

3. Changes in the Right of Entry Requirements

Right of entry is required when property owners need to enter a neighbouring property to repair their own property, as the repairs cannot be done from within the boundaries of their own property. Effective March 1, 2023, new requirements in the Building Construction and Demolition Bylaw will be effect for right of entry. Right of entry permits will no longer be required; instead property owners will have to follow a set of rules if entering neighbouring property to conduct work.

If there is a need to access a neighbour’s property to do work on own property, property owners should first speak to their neighbours and must provide reasonable written notice to the neighbour at least 24 hours before entering. The written notice must include the description of the work being done, the date of entry and duration of the work, and the resident's telephone number. When entering neighbour's property, property owners should ensure that they are not creating any hazards and should restore the property to its original condition after the work is finished. Compensation needs to be provided for any damages caused by entry.

4. Guidance for Using Security Cameras on Private Property

Property owners and residents may choose to use security cameras for a number of reasons, such as identifying visitors and ensuring the security of delivered packages. However, it is important that cameras are installed and used in a way that considers the privacy of residents and neighbours.

The City does not regulate the use of security cameras on private residential properties, but there are best practices that can be considered when installing cameras on private properties. These are available on the City's Using a Security Camera on Your Property webpage.

Due to popular demand and clamor, we are having our 3rd Bicycle Repair and Donation Drive : Project BREEZY (Bicycle Repair made.

When: Monday, October 4, 2021
Time: 1:00 P.M. to 5:00 P.M.
Place: East York Town Centre (near Kandahar Kebab)
45 Overlea Blvd.

This will be fun!!

Listen up Movie Lovers! 🎥 A Drive in Movie is coming to you! 🚗 3 Sundays in September 🍂 will have different movies shown in the Green P at 125 Burnaby Blvd. (Castle Knock, just north of Eglinton). The same spot as the farmers market. 🎬

$20 per car load with all proceeds going to the Daily Bread Food Bank. Each ticket will come with a bag of popcorn. 🍿

🎬 Reserve your spot online at MovieNightOnEglinton.eventbrite.ca 🎬

Join our Community Open House to share your thoughts on the 5 artwork pieces coming to Eglinton!

Aug 18 at 6:30pm, register at https://eglintonwaybiapublicart.eventbrite.com

This project is a BIA partnership with City of Toronto and from