The city has identified and targeted one “problem” coyote. It sounds like from this report they intend on killing them, probably by shooting or by snaring and euthanasia off site. Please contact the city and ask that the coyote be relocated, not killed!
Letter from Councillor Ausma Malik
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From: Councillor Malik <Councillor_Malik@toronto.ca>
Date: Thursday, April 24, 2025
Subject: Update on Coyotes - April 2025
To: "nicolecorradoart@gmail.com" <nicolecorradoart@gmail.com>
Dear Nicole,
I’m writing because you’ve previously reached out regarding coyotes in our downtown communities. It’s a serious public safety issue. I’ve heard your stories about attacks or close calls, and share your alarm and urgency. You deserve to be able to enjoy your neighbourhood without fearing a run in with a coyote.
As I’m sure you know, this situation is unprecedented in Toronto - to have coyotes in such a dense urban environment after losing their habitat at Ontario Place. This is the consequence of the Provincial government plowing ahead with that redevelopment without checking to see what the impact would be.
I’ve brought your concerns to city hall. I have been working with City Staff on how to address this. City staff mobilized, at my request, to:
● Be present on the ground, averting coyotes and doing public education.
● Remove waste and food sources
● Fix fencing and improving lighting
● Get expert advice to create clear escalation protocols and ensure they have all the information and tools they need to take action.
You can read their most recent update on some of the progress made to meet the Downtown Coyote Expert Response Panel’s recommendations.
Toronto Animal Services have confirmed there is one coyote in the area that is responsible for several bad encounters with people and pets. We have experts in the field assessing this coyote. That expert will tell City staff what action is next.
Like you, I want immediate action. The goal is to make it safe again for our pets and for people. The fact is, relocating the problem coyote(s) is not viable - that’s what the animal experts tell us. The animal experts will tell us what the next escalation can be now.
The safety of our neighbours and pets is a priority for me and I appreciate your advocacy for the neighbourhood. I will keep working, with you and City staff, to address this issue with the continued seriousness and urgency it requires.
Thank you,
Ausma
Deputy Mayor Ausma Malik (she/her) 🔊
Toronto City Councillor - Ward 10, Spadina-Fort York
416-392-4044 | councillor_malik@toronto.ca
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