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  1. Feb 17, 2023 · John Tory handed over his mayoral powers at Toronto city hall on Friday, saying leaving the job breaks his heart but is the "right thing to do" given recent events.

    • Tory Apologizes to 'Those Harmed by My Actions'
    • Councillors Express Shock
    • Tory Has Enjoyed Strong Support During Tenure

    The mayor said he will take time to reflect on his "mistakes" and will work to rebuild the trust of his family. "I am deeply sorry and apologize unreservedly to the people of Toronto and all those harmed by my actions, including my staff, my colleagues on city council and the public service for whom I have such respect," Tory said. "Most of all, I ...

    Coun. Paula Fletcher, who represents Ward 14, Toronto Danforth, said she was "absolutely shocked" when she heard the news. She said it was a "terrible" lapse in judgment. "I'm getting texts and calls. I think everybody is in a bit of a state of shock right now," she told reporters at city hall. Fletcher said it's unclear when Tory will resign and M...

    Tory cruised to re-election in last October's municipal election and has enjoyed strong support throughout most of his time in office. He first won in 2014, beating now-premier Doug Ford and Olivia Chow. He won again in 2018, defeating the city's ex-chief planner, Jennifer Keesmaat. Tory first became mayor during the turbulent time following Rob Fo...

  2. Feb 11, 2023 · John Tory has still not officially resigned days after a bombshell admission that he'd had a relationship with a former employee in his office. On Monday, questions are swirling at city hall...

  3. Feb 10, 2023 · The mayor, John Tory, who had led the city since 2014, apologized for what he called a serious error in judgment.

  4. Feb 17, 2023 · John Tory wants to be remembered for keeping the city of Toronto stable and moving forward, though the outgoing mayor acknowledged Friday that the scandal that led him to resign will mar his...

  5. Feb 11, 2023 · John Tory will step down as mayor of Toronto after having a relationship with a member of his office staff during the pandemic. Tory announced on Friday evening that he will resign after The ...

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  7. Feb 12, 2023 · John Tory’s hopes of remaining mayor of Toronto — a job he treasured, one that finally made him a political winner — withered over the past week to a grim but undeniable conclusion: he had to...