Toronto mayoral candidates debate John Tory Gil Penalosa in debate

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Topics include housing and “aging in place”; transit; transportation; affordability; Recreation; and long-term care.

By David CavalierHead of the town hall

Thu 13 Oct 2022

updateThe article was updated 46 minutes ago

Mayor John Tory and his most prominent opponent, Gil Penalosa, face off in the first big debate on Thursday ahead of the Oct. 24 mayoral election.

Mayoral candidates Chloe-Marie Brown and Jack Yan and Sarah Climenhaga are also participating in the midday forum on seniors’ issues hosted by the Canadian Association of Retired Persons.

According to CARP, topics include: housing and “aging in place”; transit; transportation; affordability; Recreation; and long-term care.

Follow our live coverage Thursday starting at noon.

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