John Filion

• Bike lanes in North York Centre back in spotlight as businesses oppose idea

  Almost two years after the approval of bike lanes in a busy area in North York, local retailers hope a change of Councillor can lead to a change of plans. Mark Carcasole reports.

  Politics

  Nov 11, 2022
  
• Toronto police detail alleged assault, shooting at home of councillor John Filion

  John Filion has said several shots were fired into his unoccupied car and one bullet struck his home early last Thursday.

  Crime

  Apr 11, 2019
  
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• Toronto councillor John Filion says shots were fired into his car, home

  In a statement, Filion said several bullets were shot into his parked car and another bullet went into a wall in his home.

  Crime

  Apr 4, 2019
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• Toronto election 2018: Ward 18 Willowdale

  Voters in Ward 18 Willowdale have elected John Filion as their councillor in the 2018 Toronto election.

  Politics

  Oct 13, 2018
• Toronto Councillor John Filion says he won’t run in upcoming municipal election

  John Filion was first elected as a councillor in North York in 1991 after serving nine years as a school board trustee.

  Politics

  Jun 20, 2018
• Toronto Parking Authority almost overpaid $2.5M for North York property: auditor general

  The City of Toronto's auditor general said the Toronto Parking Authority almost overpaid $2.5 million for a North York property which would have been home to a parking lot and bike share depot.

  Politics

  Jun 27, 2017
• Rob Ford: Will history remember his success or his crack scandals?

  Was Rob Ford the larger than-life politician who championed the cause of the everyman or a mayor infamous for smoking crack and numerous other allegations including drunk driving while in office?

  Canada

  Mar 30, 2016
• New Rob Ford book written by city councillor bound for shelves in October

  The antics of Toronto politician Rob Ford have inspired yet another book - this time written by a fellow city councillor.

  Sep 28, 2015
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• John Filion wins Ward 23 Willowdale

  Veteran politician John Filion has held his council seat for Ward 23, Willowdale, in the 2014 Toronto election.

  Politics

  Oct 27, 2014
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• Toronto park could be named after Rush’s Geddy Lee, Alex Lifeson

  Two members of the iconic rock band Rush will likely be honoured for their contributions to music and society with the naming of Lee Lifeson Art Park.

  Jul 7, 2014