Leadership, Civic Engagement, and Belonging

Impact on Toronto:

“Civic engagement means strong leadership and builds inclusive cities. Involved, connected and engaged residents from all walks of life make for creative communities and a stronger city.”
— Kevin Lee, Executive Director, Scadding Court Community Centre

Why it matters:

The more we feel connected to others, the more vibrant and resilient we are, individually and collectively. Opportunities to contribute our unique talents, including becoming community leaders, are key to the vitality of our city.

• Two-thirds of Torontonians (65.7 per cent) reported a strong sense of belonging to their local community in 2010, a 6.3 per cent increase from 2009.
• The 2010 municipal election drew out half of Toronto’s eligible voters (50.55 per cent) compared to a much lower 39 per cent in 2003 and 2006. 1 in 10 was a first- time vote.

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