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Dear Neighbour,

As we begin the new year, and due to the recent restrictions, it is important to take time to look after ourselves, friends, families, and neighbours. I wanted to share with you a list of Mental Health resources my team prepared on our website: JamesPasternak.ca/MentalHealth/ 

We have listed a number of agencies and organizations which provide free mental health support. If you know someone who could benefit from any of these resources, please share this with them.

In terms of the winter season, we have ensured that the City's Winter Operations are ready for road clearing whenever there is a snowfall. I wanted to remind everyone to make sure your winter tires are on, and your car is ready for the winter season.

Our team continues to work into the year of 2022 as we develop public assets, new parks, and work with Transportation and Police services to improve road safety. With these projects in mind I am thrilled to invite you to our York Centre Town Hall coming up on February 7th, where we will have guests and city staff to provide you with updates on what's happening in the area and to answer all of your questions! Please be sure to RSVP on: JamesPasternak.ca/Townhall/ 

As always, please feel free to reach out to our office with any municipal matters at (416) 392 1371 or through email at Councillor_Pasternak@toronto.ca.

Your Neighbour,

Councillor James Pasternak

In this issue:

York Centre News 

York Centre Town Hall

Councillor James Pasternak invites you to the annual York Centre Town Hall! This year's town hall will be held virtually on Monday, February 7 at 6:30 PM.  The councillor and city staff will provide updates regarding our infrastructure, community amenities, sharing important news, listen to your feedback and answer your questions.

If you would like to participate, submit a question or feedback, visit www.JamesPasternak.ca/TownHall to fill out the form, or send your feedback by email at councillor_pasternak@toronto.ca or by phone at 416-392-1371. 
 
RSVP Now!

Seneca Vaccination Clinic

North York General Hospital has opened a vaccination clinic at Seneca College. The clinic will be offering Moderna only at this time and will operate by appointment only. If you need your first, second or third dose, please click on the link below to book an appointment. If the appointments are filled, a new block of appointments will be released at 7pm each day. 
Book Now

Walk-in Vaccination Clinic | Pfizer and Moderna | 1st, 2nd and 3rd doses

Humber River Hospital is hosting a vaccine clinic this week from Wednesday to Sunday, from 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM* at Crossroads Plaza, 2625 Weston Road, North York.  Walk in only, please bring a photo ID.
*while supplies last.

 
Learn More

Reminder: Christmas Tree Collection

Christmas trees will be collected on your first two scheduled garbage collection days in January. Please remove all decorations, stands, nails and bags in advance. Trees that are not set out in January must be taken to a Drop-Off Depot (maximum length of four feet, cut if necessary) or kept until yard waste collection resumes in March. Check your collection dates at toronto.ca/collection-schedule.
Collection Schedule

James in the Community

New Year's Greetings

I was honoured to bring greetings on behalf of the Mayor and my colleagues at City Council to the congregants of Full of Joy Church and the Korean-Canadian community of North York. It was a wonderful service led by Rev. Joseph Yang about the current state of the pandemic and the importance of engaging our youth.

Holiday Toy Drive

The spirit of giving does not need to end with the holidays. Throughout this week, I delivered toys to Chai Lifeline and North York Women’s Shelter for children in need. Special thanks to Azzurri Soccer Club for supporting this great initiative! 

City News 

Changes to City Services

As of January 4, several in-person and non-essential counter services at City Hall and civic centres will temporarily shift their service delivery to remote channels, including phone and email.  The City remains prepared to respond to emergencies. Emergency response by Toronto Police, Fire Services, and Paramedic Services is not impacted.

Essential services will continue to operate in person. Visit the link below for a complete and updated list.
Learn More

Resources

Mental Health Support Resources

The winter season can be especially difficult for many individuals. That is why our team developed a database of free mental health support resources. 
Learn More

Protect Your Home From Frozen Waterpipes! 

Cold weather can cause your water pipes to freeze, resulting in no water and expensive property damage. You can take steps to protect your water pipes from freezing.
Learn More

Toronto Public Library's Reading Challenge

Toronto Public Library is launching its 2022 Reading challenge with brand new reading categories. Find your next read with TPL's year-round online discussions and book lists. Tell a friend! Invite your book club! Find out how you can participate by clicking the button below.
Learn More

This Week's Submission

Thank you, David Teitel, for this photograph of the Holocaust Memorial at Earl Bales Park on a snowy day. It is hauntingly beautiful!

Submission of the Week

Do you have a poem, a delicious recipe, an inspiring story, or a great photograph you would like to share with the York Centre community? Send your submissions for a chance to have it featured in our next e-newsletter!

And as always, we want to hear from you! If you have feedback for us about this e-newsletter, be it something you liked or didn't like, or something you'd like to see featured, please let us know! Reach out to our office at 416 392 1371, or send us an email at councillor_pasternak@toronto.ca
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