2015 Year In Review
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2015 Year In Review
2015 review YEAR IN PLANNING + BUILDING DEPARTMENT Our Vision for the Future Mississauga will inspire the world as a dynamic and beautiful global city for creativity and innovation, with vibrant, safe and connected communities; where we celebrate the rich diversity of our cultures, our historic villages, Lake Ontario and the Credit River valley. A place where people choose to be. 2 2| 2015 | 2015YEAR YEARININREVIEW REVIEW COMMISSIONER’S message We are a City that is undergoing a transformation to support the way that citizens live, work and play. The City issued a total of $1.3 billion in construction in 2015 which is a 10 per cent increase over last year, plus an additional $250 million in conditional permits to help get construction underway. Looking to the future, we are seeing significant investment in rapid transit that will accommodate our increasing population, attract jobs and support the resilient and vibrant City which Mississauga has become and will continue to be. Ed Sajecki Commissioner, Planning & Building Department 3 | 2015 YEAR IN REVIEW partners IN THE PROCESS Bell Canada Go Transit (Metrolinx) Peel Regional Police Canada Lands Corporation Greater Toronto Airports Authority Praxair Canada Inc. Canada Post Hydro One Networks Inc. Region of Peel Canadian National Railway Imperial Oil Rogers Cable Conseil Scolaire De District Catholique Centre-Sud Land Use Planning, Infrastructure Ontario Sarnia Products Pipe Line Legal Services Culture Sheridan College Ministry of Citizenship, Culture and Recreation Sun-Canadian Pipe Line Company Limited Ministry of Environment and Climate Change The Peel District School Board Ministry of Transportation TransCanada Pipelines Mississauga Library System Transit Municipal Heritage Committee Trans-Northern Pipelines Inc. Ontario Power Generation Inc. Transportation and Infrastructure Planning Orangeville Railway Development Corporation Trillium Health Partners Oxford Properties Union Gas Limited Conseil Scolaire Viamonde Conservation Authority CP Rail Culture Dufferin-Peel Catholic District School Board Economic Development Enbridge Gas Distribution Inc. Enbridge Pipelines Enersource Hydro Mississauga Inc. Parks and Forestry Fire 4 | 2015 YEAR IN REVIEW development LIAISON “It is a great honour and opportunity to take on the role of Development Liaison, Office of the Planning and Building Commissioner. At times, the planning and development approval process can be complex, particularly for large scale and time sensitive initiatives that require the involvement of many stakeholders, disciplines, departments and agencies. The Development Liaison position will assist all parties in setting a critical path for such projects and ensure that all requirements are addressed in an efficient and effective manner.” Jim Doran Strategic Leader, Development Liaison, Office of the P&B Commissioner Source: Jason Zytynsky via www.urbantoronto.ca 5 | 2015 YEAR IN REVIEW strategic COMMUNITY INITIATIVES DIVISION The Strategic Community Initiatives Division • • • Advances the City’s Strategic Plan by developing long range visions for the future Conducts comprehensive and innovative community engagement, and Facilitates collaboration with multidepartmental staff and cross-jurisdictional agencies to achieve the City’s strategic goals. Susan Burt Director, Strategic Community Initiatives Steven Bell, Manager, Downtown21 LeeAnn Lloyd, Strategic Leader, Vision Cooksville Ruth Marland, Strategic Leader, Inspiration Port Credit Lorenzo Ruffini, Strategic Leader, Inspiration Lakeview 6 | 2015 YEAR IN REVIEW I N S P I R AT I O N lakeview “One of the unique assets of the Inspiration Lakeview site is the Western Pier that extends 500m into Lake Ontario. In April, the Province provided $450,000 to the City for environmental studies and concept plans for future public access to the pier. This is a major first step in making this goal a reality.” Lorenzo Ruffini Strategic Leader, Inspiration Lakeview 7 | 2015 YEAR IN REVIEW INSPIRATION port credit “Inspiration Port Credit opens up the future of former industrial lands by embracing innovation to recognize how water has shaped our past and to create a legacy for the next generations to live, work, learn and play sustainably and creatively.” Ruth Marland Strategic Leader, Inspiration Port Credit 8 | 2015 YEAR IN REVIEW strategic PROJECTS Vision Cooksville Exchange District Source: Jason Zytynsky via www.urbantoronto.ca Sheridan Phase II 9 | 2015 YEAR IN REVIEW policy PLANNING DIVISION “In 2015, we embraced change and transformation through new and innovative community planning models, such as MyMalton. We also focused on critical city building elements like growing the economy for long term economic development, building a sustainable urban form to support major transit investment and the visioning of our vibrant communities and waterfront. Our division promotes public interest through policy planning with the development of the City’s Official Plan. We focus on research and information analysis, policy development, visioning and action planning, developing incentive strategies and developing the City’s overall growth management strategy. This incredible year of accomplishments could not have been achieved without our dedicated group of planners, researchers and administrative staff who work to help shape and guide the growth of our great city.” Andrew Whittemore Director, Policy Planning Angela Dietrich, Manager, City Planning Steve Czajka, Manager, Information Planning, a Data and Visualization Studio Andrew Miller, Strategic Leader, Dundas Corridor 10 | 2015 YEAR IN REVIEW policy PLANNING HOUSING & GROWTH THEMES TRANSIT DEVELOPMENT PLANNING + $ HEALTHY COMMUNITY PLANNING ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT PLANNING 11 | 2015 YEAR IN REVIEW AFFORDABLE housing “The City’s current supply of affordable housing is not meeting our demands. In 2016 we will be taking bold action to address this issue by implementing an innovative program aimed at creating a supportive environment for the development of affordable housing. Working with development partners, stakeholders and experts we will look at ways to narrow the gap between the demand and supply to increase rental and ownership affordable housing options in the city.” Emily Irvine Planner, Policy Planning Emergency Shelter Transitional Housing Supportive and Social Housing Affordable Housing rental & ownership Market Rental Housing Ownership Housing Rental as part of housing stock declined 10% over the last 20 years Subsidized Housing Market Housing - Ownership & Rental 1 in 3 Mississauga households have affordability issues 12 | 2015 YEAR IN REVIEW dundas CONNECTS PROJECT “Dundas Connects will create a Master Plan for rapid transit, intensified land use, and an improved urban realm along Dundas Street. We believe that Dundas Street has a lot of potential to be a key regional transit corridor, and a great place to live, work, and play: this project will help to unlock that potential and make Dundas Street a great destination in Mississauga.” Andrew Miller Strategic Leader, Dundas Corridor 13 | 2015 YEAR IN REVIEW employment SURVEY + OTHER DATA 2015 EMPLOYMENT PROFILE E M P LOY M E NT OVE R ALL WOR KE RS E M P LOY E D W I T H I N MISSISSAUGA Other Data BUSINESSES 0.7% 420,500 T O TA L N U M B E R O F BUSINESSES IN M I S S I S S A U G A* 5.3% NUMBER OF BUSINESSES BY SIZE OF BUSIN E SS 10,000 9,034 9,000 62,300 8,000 7,000 6,000 5,000 3,637 4,000 3,000 2,388 F U L L -T I M E E M P L O Y M E N T V S . PA R T-T I M E E M P L O Y E E S T H AT WORK FROM HOME 393,020 + 27,480 NUMBER OF BUSINESSES O P E R AT I N G O N B U S I N E S S S I T E S 20,300 91% FULL -TIME, 9% PART -TIME HOME-BASED BUSINESSES* 42,000 1.2% 2 0 1 4 T O TA L F O R E C A S T E D P O P U L AT I O N 757,000 2 0 1 4 E M P L O Y M E N T R AT I O 0.56 WORKERS E M P LOY E D A S A PROPORTION O F T O TA L P O P U L AT I O N 1 976 -2014 BASED ON 88% SAMPLE SIZE N U M B E R OF BUSIN E SSE S BY B U S I N E S S C L A S S I F I C AT I O N F O R TOP 10 SEC TORS 0.5% 800,000 700,000 2,991 2,519 2,374 2,269 1,759 1,621 1,558 1,064 745 723 RETAIL TRADE MANUFACTURING 14 59 VA C A N C I E S 3,925 NEW BUSINESSES OR B U S I N E S S E S T H AT M O V E D BETWEEN 2013 AND 2014 1,890 1019 2049 702 511 5099 100299 85 300499 36 500999 12% WHOLESALE TRADE OTHER SERVICES PROFESSIONAL + TECHNICAL SERVICES ACCOMMODATION + FOOD SERVICES HEALTH CARE + SOCIAL ASSISTANCE TRANSPORTATION + WAREHOUSING FINANCE + INSURANCE EDUCATIONAL SERVICES 600,000 500,000 BUSINESS SEC TOR TRENDS 201 0 -2014 400,000 300,000 256 239 200,000 2014 -1 151 more than -15% decrease -256 113 119 Finance 2013 -30 58 Educational Services 2012 Employment Health Care E M P LOY M E N T T R E N D S 201 0 -2014 2006 2011 Transportation 2001 Professional Services 1996 Population Accommodation Services 1991 Other Services 1986 Retail Trade 0 1976/77 1981 Wholesale Trade Manufacturing 174 100,000 more than 0% to 5% 15% increase 1,000 0 1,949 1,924 2,000 T O TA L E M P L O Y M E N T + CENSUS ADJUSTMENT Download full size maps and read more about this at mississauga.ca/data 26 1000+ NA • • • • • • • Growth Forecast Vacant Lands Existing Land Use Office Inventory Residential Inventory Environment Census *Source: Statistics Canada, Canadian Business Patterns (CBP) Database, June 2014 Comparisons are based on the previous Annual Employment Survey 14 | 2015 YEAR IN REVIEW DELIVERING ON innovation ESRI LAUNCH Information Planning implemented the enterprise geographic information system ESRI within the section to improve analysis and make the exchange of data and projects easier between agencies. OPEN DATA POLICY P&B DIGITAL STRATEGY Information Planning implemented open data in 2010. In 2015 the Open Data Working Group worked with the Information Technology Division to develop the first Open Data Corporate Policies and Procedures document including guidelines. Working with Information Technology, the P&B Department is preparing a digital strategy for the department. This will include: engagement & city building, geodesign/GIS, 3D visualization, data, and website/ mobile. “The key to our success on innovation is working collaboratively with the Information Technology Department.” Steve Czajka Manager, Information Planning 15 | 2015 YEAR IN REVIEW TRANSIT DEVELOPMENT PLANNING HOUSING & GROWTH • • • • Provincial Policy Reviews (Long Term Affordable Housing, Growth Plan, Bill 73) Ninth Line Lands Study • Existing Land Use Survey ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT PLANNING • Lakeview Local Area Plan • Medical Marijuana Policy • Dundas Connects • Phase 1 - Health by Design Criteria • Comprehensive Review of Employment Lands • Gateway & Cooksville LRT Policy • Natural Areas Survey • Office & Residential Directory • Mississauga Employment Survey • Open Data Policy • Office Zoning • BIA Analysis • Noise & Railway Guidelines • Smart Track & RER Analysis Growth Forecasts • HEALTHY COMMUNITY PLANNING Port Credit GO Master Plan Vacant Lands Survey Inspiration Lakeview $ • Second Unit Licensing Review • + • Commercial Vehicle Analysis policy PLANNING PROJECTS 16 | 2015 YEAR IN REVIEW DEVELOPMENT + design DIVISION “Development and Design delivers the urban vision for the City by shaping development to strengthen our communities and supporting private sector investments.” Lesley Pavan Director, Development & Design Ingrid Sulz-McDowell, Manager, Planning Services Centre Sharon Mittmann, Manager of Urban Design Ray Poitras, Manager, Development South (Wards 1, 2, 8) Marianne Cassin, Manager, Central Area (Wards 3,4 6, 7) Hugh Lynch, Acting Manager, Development North (Wards 5, 9, 10, 11) Carmen Gucciardi, Manager, Development Services 17 | 2015 YEAR IN REVIEW DEVELOPMENT + design PROJECTS SPECIAL PLANNING STUDIES ZONING BY-LAW PROCESS IMPROVEMENTS URBAN DESIGN • Update Zoning-By-law • Sheridan Corporate Centre • ePlans Implementation • Mississauga Urban Design Awards • Flat Roof By-law • Mississauga Scenic Route • LEAN - One Stop Fee Payment • Streetscape Strategy • Design Guidelines • Built Form Standards for Lakeview & Port Credit • Infill Housing Wards 1 & 2 • Tree Protection Review • Infill Housing Malton • Cooksville Garage and Mobility Hub • Downtown OP and Zoning Appeals • • Fees and Charges Review Telecommunication Tower Protocols 18 | 2015 YEAR IN REVIEW 5.8 million SQ. FT. ICI UNDER APPLICATION (YEAR END) Other 5% Institutional 11% Office 15% Retail 51% Total Non-Residential GFA 3,071,008 sq.ft. Approved 2015 Industrial & Flex 18% 2015 Total GFA ICI approved , by Ward 5.8 million = 3 Square One’s Low High Source: http://erinoakkids.ca/About-Us/Our-Future/ Mississauga-site.aspx#Renderings 19 | 2015 YEAR IN REVIEW 2015 DEVELOPMENT APPLICATIONS 20 20||2015 2015YEAR YEARIN INREVIEW REVIEW THE shores OF PORT CREDIT “It is important that all citizens enjoy the community where they live, work and play. The Shores of Port Credit has a particular focus on our aging community. It will be a mixed use development with street level commercial retail uses. The project incorporated feedback from area residents which helped to shape this innovative continuing care retirement community.” Ben Phillips Planner, Development & Design 21 | 2015 YEAR IN REVIEW 2550 & 2560 eglinton AVENUE WEST “The 2550 and 2560 Eglinton Avenue West development site was originally zoned in the 1980’s. The project did not conform to the Residential High Density land use designation and required a rezoning to accommodate the proposed commercial uses and townhouse component of the project and to allow an increase in the permitted floor space index (FSI). The community has been very engaged in the process, and we have had several meetings with area residents to address height and traffic concerns. This development will have several unique green initiatives such as underground bicycle storage, the construction of a multi-use trail, gardening plots and urban agriculture. The curves of the building will add visual interest to this area.” David Breveglieri Planner, Development & Design 22 | 2015 YEAR IN REVIEW urban DESIGN STREETSCAPE STRATEGY “In 2015, the Development and Design Division started to develop a Streetscape Strategy for the City of Mississauga. The appearance and character of our streets are a vital part of Mississauga’s public realm. Streets play a large part in determining the overall quality and liveability of the city.” Sharon Mittmann Manager, Urban Design 23 | 2015 YEAR IN REVIEW hurontario LIGHT RAIL TRANSIT URBAN DESIGN STUDY Urban design studies focus on developing guidelines that influence the built form and land use, pedestrian environment, street and pedestrian connectivity, streetscapes and station design. The studies help support the successful implementation of the future Hurontario Light Rail Transit (HLRT), and new development will be encouraged along the Corridor. There are eight character Areas along the Hurontario Street Corridor that will be studied. The four that are underway include: • • • • Port Credit GO Station Mobility Hub Inspiration Cooksville, Cooksville Dundas Street Corridor, and Cooksville Mobility Hub Study Downtown 21 Gateway Corporate Centre Urban Design Guidelines 24 | 2015 YEAR IN REVIEW port credit GO STATION SOUTHEAST AREA MASTER PLAN The Master Plan for the redevelopment of the southeast parking lot area at the Port Credit GO Station was initiated by Metrolinx in early 2015. This proposed redevelopment will play an important role in building a City where transit underpins an environmentally responsible, inclusive, vibrant and successful community. Development in accordance with the Master Plan will make a positive contribution to the community as it envisions a vibrant, pedestrian friendly and cohesive area with improved transit facilities and services, a concentrated mix of uses and activities, an engaging and attractive public realm, a minimized ecological foot print and design excellence. The Study was completed in the Fall of 2015. The staff report on the Master Plan was endorsed by Council in October 2015. 25 | 2015 YEAR IN REVIEW 2,400 PLANNING COUNTER INQUIRIES “Development and Design planners provide advice and support for drop in services and answer inquiries related to property purchases and development inquiries. Counter inquiries continue to be high reflecting the hot housing market and the interest to develop in Mississauga.” Lesley Pavan Director, Development & Design 26 | 2015 YEAR IN REVIEW 23,000 MEETING NOTICES SENT “Residents within 400 feet of development proposals (and those who inquire about a development) are notified of all public meetings. The mailing increase reflects a high number of developments on apartment sites. Mailings are also sent to tenants.” Lesley Pavan Director, Development & Design RECOMMENDATION REPORT NOTICE Files: OZ 13/015 W10 and T-M13005 W10 - 6155 Ninth Line and Blocks 220, 221 and 228 on Plan 43M-1457, southeast corner of Ninth Line and Osprey Boulevard Applicant's Proposal: Meeting Date: Monday, May 4, 2015 To revise the zoning to permit 7 detached dwellings and a buffer block along Ninth Line. Time: 7:00 p.m. Meeting Place: Mississauga Civic Centre Council Chamber, 300 City Centre Drive There is also a request to approve a proposed Plan of Subdivision for 7 lots. Purpose of Meeting: The City held a Public Meeting on September 8, 2014. At the upcoming meeting, Planning and Building staff will present a report addressing issues raised and will provide a recommendation on the proposal. Planning and Development Committee will make a decision about this project at this meeting. The report will be available on-line one week prior to the meeting at: http://www.mississauga.ca/portal/cityhall/planninganddevelopment Location of the Proposal Applicant’s Rendering Contact City Planner, Stephanie Segreti at 905-615-3200 ext. 5531 or stephanie.segreti@mississauga.ca Edward R. Sajecki, Commissioner Planning and Building Department If you are a landlord, please post a copy of this notice where your tenants can see it. We want to make sure they have a chance to take part. See other side of notice for additional information and for legal requirements 27 | 2015 YEAR IN REVIEW building DIVISION “Construction value has increased steadily over the past 5 years with 2015 marking the highest at 1.3 billion dollars. Building works with the applicant, design team, construction team and City staff to bring drawings and reports to reality. Building also administers regulations as per the Ontario Building Code (OBC)- O.Reg 332/12 and the Zoning By-law to ensure that proposals are compliant with the requirements. Our department inspects projects to ensure buildings are within the approved Building Permit Applications and Ontario industry standards.” Ezio Savini Director, Building, Chief Building Official Jack Hinton, Manager, Business and Customer Service Tim Gallagher, Manger, Zoning and Zoning Administrator David Baker, Manger, Plan Examination, Deputy CBO Leo Cusumano, Manager, Inspection, Deputy CBO Source: Jason Zytynsky via www.urbantoronto.ca 28 | 2015 YEAR IN REVIEW $1.3 billion CONSTRUCTION VALUE “Since 2011, Permitted Construction Value has increased year over year by at least 10%. The growth is balanced between residential and employment development. The majority of construction has been in the Industrial-Commercial-Institutional sectors. Permit volumes have risen in proportion to construction value. Mississauga is thriving on not only iconic projects but on the 71% that are small applications, classified as BP 3 Alt, or BP 9 Alt or ZONBLD.” Ezio Savini Director, Building, Chief Building Official 2015 $1.3 Billion 5.5% Churches/ Schools 2014 43.8% 27.4% Residential Commercial 2013 2012 19.9% Industrial 3.5% 2011 Public/City/ Other Construction Value of Building Permits Issued 2015 Construction Value by Type Low High 2015 Construction Value by Ward 29 | 2015 YEAR IN REVIEW divisional SHIFTS ADMINISTRATIVE STAFF REVIEW Planning and Building administrative staff collaborated with Human Resources to review the needs of the various divisions and sections. PLANS EXAMINATION OFFICE In 2015, there was a reconfiguration of the plans examination office, customer service offices and the mechanical inspection offices. BUILDING INSPECTION Building inspection saw change as several staff members retired or left the city. These positions require specific skill sets and credentials. Filling these positions is challenging. 30 | 2015 YEAR IN REVIEW eplans ELECTRONIC PLANS SUBMISSIONS “ePlans provides a fast, efficient and effective way to provide plan submittals, reviews and site plan approvals or permit issuance. Concurrent reviews, maintains versioning history with archiving capabilities and eliminates paper and overhead and storage costs. ePlans will allow our Staff to be able to review plans and documents, mark up plans, issue drawings, create status reports, and correspond with applicants. Inspection staff can access the electronic plan source in the field. Clients can submit Building Permit and Site Plan Applications, upload drawings and documents, check application status, retrieve issued permit documents and make payments online.” Jack Hinton Project Lead Key Stats • Over 950 applications processed through ePlans since July 2015 • 14% average reduction in processing times • Over 200 staff trained on ePlans • Client outreach and support • Community of Practice Sessions • Dedicated support staff • How-to Videos • Comprehensive User Guide 31 | 2015 YEAR IN REVIEW city BUILDING POLICY Employment and Population Projections Provincial Policies and Directives Community Consultation City-wide and Local Area Land Use Designations and Policies Special Studies Affordable Housing Parking Studies DEVELOPMENT REVIEW BUILDING PERMITS Pre-Consultation Review by Urban Design Panel OPA and Rezoning Applications Circulation & Review of Technical Studies – Parking, Servicing, Traffic, Noise, Environmental Community Meetings Notices PDC reports and Recommendations By-laws Enacted OMB Appeals Section 37 Agreements Development Agreements Encroachment Agreements Subdivision and/or Condominium Agreements PUCC approvals Lifting of H Minor Variances Site Plan Approval Site Inspections and Release of Securities Demolition Permits Conditional Permits Zoning Certifications Zoning Review Land Division Application Committee of Adjustment HVAC Plumbing Structural Inspections Complete Building Permits OBC Enforcement Inspection Sign Permits and Enforcement 311 Call Centre Inquires OBC Zoning Customer Inquiry OBC Legal Actions 32 | 2015 YEAR IN REVIEW 5.8 million sq. ft. ICI under application 42 146 DARC + Prelim Meetings Section 37 Monies Collected Information Requests Parking Studies 312 hrs Environmental Reviews 711 Minor Variance + Consents 23,000 Notices mailed for Public Meetings $250 Million in 45,200 Website Visits Conditional Permits 91% Increase in Zoning Website Pageviews 20,208 Residential Units Under Application 3,845 Permits Issued $460,000 500 609hrs Million Prescribed Construction Value of Permits Issued FOI Requests Community Meetings 285 hrs MOP Appeals + Hearings $1,286 529 40+ Planning Inquiries Boulevard Litter Signs Removed Sign Variances 915 Site Inspections 186 Site Plan Approvals 192 Site Plan Releases 200hrs 25,741 1,298 Apartment Permits 185 New Single Family 11 Condominiums Registered 114 73,345 Building Permits Inspected 23,366 Total Customers Peak Customers Per Day 66-89 13 OMB Hearings Average Customers Per Day Home Permits 338 Townhouse Permits $7.3 million of securities released Source: City of Mississauga | Planning and Building Department PolicyYEAR Planning Division 33 || 2015 IN REVIEW KEY 2016 projects COMMUNITY • • • • • PLANNING INITIATIVES DIVISION Business Case Study for Innovation Corridor at Inspiration Lakeview Finalize Master Plan for 1 Port Street East Continued support to Sheridan College Phase II opening September 2016 Leading station design process for LRT DEVELOPMENT + policy strategic design DIVISION building DIVISION DIVISION • Affordable Housing • Fees and Charges Review • Full implementation of ePlans within Building • Innovative Community Engagement • Mississauga Scenic Review • Transportation Demand Management Field automation utilizing ePlans data and mobile devices • Sheridan Corporate Centre Innovative Financial Tools • Infill Housing – Wards 1, 2 and Malton • Mississauga Urban Design Awards • • • Inspiration Lakeview, Inspiration Port Credit, Ninth Line & Malton Completion of Vision Cooksville 34 | 2015 YEAR IN REVIEW thank you Abir Dandan, Abraham Riad, Adam McCormack, Adriana Lorini, Agnes Munro, Ahtesham Moinuddin, Aiden Stanley, Aldona Levisauskas, Amr Merdan, Anca Colescu, Andrew Miller, Andrew Whittemore, Angela Barata, Angela Dietrich, Angela Nazareth, Anita Fernandes, Annette Zammit, Anthea Foyer, Anthony Andreana, Anthony Frigo, Antonia Krijan Art Ram, Asad Ullah, Beata Jones, Ben Phillips, Bill Smith, Bogumila Sliwa, Carmen Gucciardi, Catherine Peternel, Cathy Schiralli, Cathy Wang, Chi So, Cleve Allen, Corinna Thomassen-Darby, Cory Young, Costas Nikiforos, Dan Magee, Dana Oprea, Daniel Shaw, Darren Bryan, Dave Craig, David Baker, David Breveglieri, David Ferro, David Kranjcevic, David Lepek, Debbie Sheffield, Dennis Murphy, Dennis Tang, Donna Naulls, Dwayne Yhap, Ed Barbison, Ed Sajecki, Edward Nicolucci, Edward Weerdenburg, Ehab Salama, Emily Irvine, Erinma Chibututu, Eva Kliwer, Ezio Savini, Farah Sharib, Fatima De Oliveira, Felicia Wong, Frank Marzo, Frank Spagnolo, George Savvides, Glen Sproule, Greg Kirton, Harold Erlbeck, Herb Nobes, Hugh Lynch, Hyacinth Richards, Ibrahim Dia, Ihab Masoud, Ingrid Sulz McDowell, Irena Rostkowska, Jack Hinton, Janek Niewojt, Jasdeep Sagoo, Jason Wu, JD Reeves, Jeanine Benitez, Jeff Grech, Jennifer Lanteigne, Jennifer Leitch, Jerry Gajewski, Jim Doran, Jim Sufady, JoAnne Murphy, Joanne Crolla, Joanne Curtis, Joanne McCarthy, Joe Fernandes, John Cleaver, John Cornacchione, John Giguere, John Sakala, Jolanta Wasilonek, Jonathan Famme, Jordan Lee, Jorge Gomes, Joseph Cerpelloni, Judy Isaac, Karen Crouse, Karin Phuong, Kate Allan, Katherine Lee, Katie Ashbourne, Kelly James Osborne, Kelwin Hui, Ken McKee, Kevin Barry, Kevin Delov-Rogoza, Kira Wilkinson, Kristie Sudak, Laura Todirica, Lauren Eramo-Russo, Lawrence Franklin, LeeAnn Lloyd, Leo Cusumano, Les Newton, Lesley Pavan, Linda Creighton, Linda Glynn, Lisa Christie, Lorenzo Ruffini, Lorie Sterritt, Lucas Petricca, Lucy Simpson, Mandy Baptista, Marco Palerma, Maria Dimou, Maria Zhan, Marianne Cassin, Marianne Salvati, Mario Carvalho, Mark Allin, Mark Toliao, Maxine Smith, Melissa Bruno, Melissa Slupik, Michael Allard, Michael Hynes, Michael Karowich, Michael Pebesma, Michael Weatherbee, Mike Salatino, Mila Yeung, Mohammad Ahmad, Namigs Alijevs, Nasira Ahmed, Oma Dial, Pamela Hooke, Patricia O'Neill, Paul Stewart, Paulina Mikicich, Peter Mancuso, Peter Nikiforos, Phil DeRosa, Philomena DaSilva, Ramsen Hedoo, Rashed Alam, Ray Poitras, Richard Thompson, Robert Ruggiero, Roberto Cerilli, Rocco Gallace, Rocco Locantore, Roger Hebert, Roger Uuemae, Rosa Salandra, Ruth Marland, Ryan Russell, Sanja Blagojevic, Saundra Morrison, Seham Fanous, Shaesta Mitha, Shahada Khan, Sharleen Bayovo, Sharon Mittmann, Sheena Harrington-Slade, Sheikh Abdul Hadi, Sheila Ormonroyd, Simone Creighton, Stacey Ballan, Stasys Obelienius, Stephanie Segreti, Steve Czajka, Steven Bell, Suellen Wright, Susan Burt, Susan Tanabe, Teresa Kerr, Tim Gallagher, Timothy Lee, Victoria Cesario, Virginia Lemieux, Vu Phuong, Waleria Gerech, Willy Wong, Yang Huang, Youhanna Nouri, Zenon Rudzki 35 | 2015 YEAR IN REVIEW