Investing in our neighbourhood in 2026
As we begin 2026, there’s a lot happening in Scarborough–Rouge Park. From City budget decisions to neighbourhood park upgrades, my focus remains on delivering practical improvements while making sure residents’ voices continue to shape our community – especially here in the Centennial neighbourhood.
City Budget and Local Priorities
Each year, Toronto’s City Budget determines how we fund the services people rely on every day, including road repairs, transit, parks, libraries, and recreation programs. This budget cycle, I worked closely with Mayor Olivia Chow and City staff to keep property taxes as low as possible while protecting the services our neighbourhood depends on. By listening to residents and advocating for local priorities, we were able to support responsible investments that strengthen Scarborough–Rouge Park without placing unnecessary pressure on household budgets.
Improvements to Local Parks
Our neighbourhood parks continue to see meaningful investment. The Royal Rouge Tot Lot is set for improvements that will make the playground safer, more accessible, and more enjoyable for families. Planned upgrades include replacing older equipment, improving pathways, and exploring new seating and outdoor fitness features. Feedback from local residents has played a key role in shaping these plans.
Dog owners can also look forward to a new off‑leash area planned for the north side of Lawrence Avenue East and Starspray Boulevard. By advocating to move this project forward ahead of schedule, we are working toward an opening in spring 2026. The design includes accessible pathways and seating, shaped directly by community input – a great example of what we can accomplish together when neighbours speak up.
Thank You for a Wonderful New Year’s Levee!
I would like to extend a heartfelt thank you to everyone who joined us at this year’s New Year’s Levee at the Port Union Recreation Centre. It was a pleasure to welcome 2026 together – meeting neighbours, connecting with families, and seeing children enjoy the arts and crafts activities. Events like these highlight the warmth and strong sense of community in Centennial. A special thank you as well to Kathy Rowe, president of the Centennial Community Recreation Association, for joining us.
Staying Connected
Staying connected with residents remains a priority. Through community events and conversations, I continue to hear directly from neighbours about what matters most and bring those priorities to City Hall. If you need help navigating City services or want to raise a local issue, my constituency office is here to help.
Constituency Office
382 Old Kingston Rd., Scarborough
Phone: 416‑338‑3771
Email: Councillor_Shan@toronto.ca
Website: councillorshan.ca