Neethan Shan
A councillor who generally aligns with the mayor and council majority, demonstrating progressive stances on housing and community safety, pragmatic approaches to transit and budget issues, with occasional dissent on specific projects, regulatory matters, and corporate sponsorships.
Consistently supports progressive housing policies, including tenant protections like RentSafeTO, expansion initiatives such as the HousingTO Action Plan and EHON items, and regulatory measures like rental unit cooling requirements, indicating a focus on affordability and supply.
Aligns with transit expansion efforts, supporting mayoral motions to accelerate light rail and Transform Yonge projects, reflecting a commitment to improving public transportation infrastructure.
Shows flexibility on tax measures, initially opposing but later supporting a luxury-home buyer tax, and dissenting on a budget efficiency motion for the Toronto Parking Authority, suggesting a preference for service maintenance over austerity cuts.
Notable Votes & Deviations
2 College Street - Sign By-law Amendment
Demonstrates independence on local zoning and regulatory decisions, potentially reflecting community concerns or procedural objections.
Soft Drink Sponsorship Agreement - Coca-Cola Canada
Indicates opposition to corporate sponsorship in public spaces, possibly due to health, ethical, or public interest considerations.
FIFA Traffic Management
Suggests dissent on major event planning, potentially over resource allocation, traffic impacts, or prioritization of other city needs.
Securing More Good Jobs in Toronto: Support for Hosting the Defence, Security and Resilience Bank Headquarters
Highlights skepticism towards certain economic development deals, possibly over transparency, job quality, or alignment with community values.
Community Within Reach: Expanding Housing Options in Neighbourhoods (EHON) Neighbourhood Retail and Services Study - Phase Three Final Report
Dissent on a housing policy study, indicating reservations about specific measures or implementation details.
Call to Order
Procedural dissent, reflecting occasional disagreement with council management or timing decisions.
847-855 Kingston Road - Ontario Land Tribunal Hearing - Request for Directions
Opposition to legal directions for a development hearing, suggesting concerns over land use, community impact, or legal strategy.
Community Within Reach: Expanding Housing Options in Neighbourhoods (EHON) Neighbourhood Retail and Services Study - Phase Three Final Report
Supported a motion that failed, showing alignment with progressive housing initiatives but facing council opposition on certain aspects.
Community Within Reach: Expanding Housing Options in Neighbourhoods (EHON) Neighbourhood Retail and Services Study - Phase Three Final Report
Similar to above, indicating consistent support for housing policies that did not gain majority approval.
Protecting Playgrounds and Parks: Ensuring Safety for Children and Families
Supported a community safety motion that was narrowly defeated, reflecting advocacy for protective measures in public spaces.