Toronto the Better: Jordan Bitove Presents the 2025 City Report Card

This is a defining moment in Toronto’s history. As Canada undergoes unprecedented change and challenges, Toronto is feeling the pressure— but also must see the possibilities. From the lasting impact of the pandemic on how we live, work, and move through the city, to shifting global dynamics, such as the U.S. trade war that is sparking major domestic investment.  

Toronto is having to navigate all these issues and more while keeping the following question and priority in focus:  

How do we grow a stronger, more inclusive city while protecting the quality of life for over 3 million Torontonians—and more than 7 million across the GTHA?  

On Tuesday, September 16th, join The Empire Club of Canada for a must-attend keynote with Jordan Bitove, Publisher of the Toronto Star, as he presents Toronto’s 2025 City Report Card.  The remarks will be followed by a panel moderated by Giles Gherson, President and Chief Executive Officer of the Toronto Region Board of Trade, featuring Heather McDonald, President & CEO of United Way Greater Toronto., and Ana Serrano, President of OCAD University. 

Get a first look at the Star’s new report—packed with data, insights, and real voices from across the city. From housing, transit, and public safety to sustainability, inequality, and civic engagement, this is a deep dive into what’s working, what’s broken, and how we fix it.