Regional Council

confirm the Minutes of the Council meeting held on March 26, 2026.

receive the presentation by Deputy Minister Bruce Macgregor and Assistant Deputy Minister Malvika Rudra, Ontario Ministry of Transportation.

receive the communication from Malvika Rudra, Assistant Deputy Minister, Ontario Ministry of Transportation dated March 12, 2026.

receive the communication from Janelle L. McCarthy, Corporate Secretary, Greater Toronto Airports Authority dated March 13, 2026, and nominate Jennifer Tracy Li to the Board of Directors of the Greater Toronto Airports Authority for a three-year term starting May 13, 2026.

receive the memorandum from Laura McDowell, Commissioner of Public Works dated April 21, 2026.

adopt the recommendations in the Minutes of the Committee of the Whole meeting held on April 9, 2026, except for Items I.1.1, I.2.2, H.2.2 and J.3.

I.1.1 – 2026 Capital Contribution for Mackenzie Health (Regional Councillor Davison did not participate in any discussion or voting on this matter.) Council adopt the recommendation from Committee of the Whole to receive the memorandum dated March 12, 2026 from Laura Mirabella, Commissioner of Finance and Regional Treasurer.

I.2.2 – 2025 Financial Results – Unaudited Budget-to-Actual Comparison (Mayor Quirk did not participate in any discussion or voting on this matter.) Council adopt the following recommendation from Committee of the Whole: Council approve changes to 2025 capital funding sources for York Regional Police, which are within the overall approved capital budget, totaling $0.1 million from asset replacement reserves, as detailed in Appendix C.

H.2.2 - 2026 Canada-Wide Early Learning and Child Care Program Update Council adopt the following recommendations, as amended , from Committee of the Whole: The Regional Chair write a letter, signed by all Mayors, to the Minister of Education to advocate for additional federal/provincial funding to support the creation of 2,175 more Canada-wide Early Learning and Child Care (CWELCC) spaces in York Region, supporting consistent access to affordable, high quality child care across the Region. Council request the Province of Ontario and the federal government to explore an income tested approach to CWELCC fee reductions, that aligns with the existing child care fee subsidy program (which includes an income test), with a focus on better supporting families with lower household incomes, rather than priority geographical areas, allowing for greater flexibility for families to use an early child care facility of their choice. The Regional Clerk circulate this motion and report to the Minister of Education, the federal Minister of Employment and Social Development, York Region Members of Parliament and Members of Provincial Parliament, and local municipalities.

DiPaola Council approve and enact the following bylaws:

adopt the following resolution: Whereas, Canada is strengthened by its cultural diversity, and the contributions of Chinese Canadians have been integral to the social, economic, and cultural fabric of the nation; Whereas, Chinese Canadians have played a significant role in the development of Canada, including contributions to the building of the Canadian Pacific Railway, entrepreneurship, public service, and community leadership; Whereas , Chinese Canadians have faced historical injustices, including the Chinese Head Tax and the Chinese Exclusion Act, and continue to demonstrate resilience and commitment to building an inclusive Canada; Whereas, recognizing and celebrating the heritage, culture, and contributions of Chinese Canadians promotes greater understanding, inclusion, and unity across all communities in Canada; Whereas, other cultural heritage months have been established to recognize and celebrate the contributions of diverse communities across Canada; Whereas , Regional Council adopted a resolution on February 22, 2024 proclaiming February as Chinese Heritage Month in York Region, a factor leading the Government of Ontario to adopt Bill 183 on December 19, 2024 proclaiming that February be Chinese Heritage Month everywhere in the province; Whereas, Chinese organizations across Canada and United Against Hate Canada have urged Parliament to enact a Canadian Chinese Heritage Month and called on municipalities to voice their support. It is therefore recommended: Council

enact Bylaw No. 2026-19 to confirm the proceedings of this meeting of Council held on April 23, 2026.

adjourn the meeting at 9:36 a.m.