Toronto to review gaps in city’s heat strategy at Mayor Olivia Chow’s request

Toronto council has endorsed a proposal from Mayor Olivia Chow to update and review the city’s heat relief strategy.The motion, which passed in a Thursday-night vote, also requires the city to consider reopening 24/7 cooling centres and bringing back the position of chief resiliency officer, a role dedicated to addressing gaps in the city’s heat response strategy over the long term.