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John Howard Tory OOnt KC (born May 28, 1954) is a Canadian broadcaster, businessman, and former politician who served as the 65th mayor of Toronto from 2014 to 2023. He served as leader of the Official Opposition in Ontario from 2005 to 2007 while he was leader of the Progressive Conservative Party of Ontario from 2004 to 2009.
- Deputy Mayor Asked Tory to Consider Leave of Absence
- Deputy Mayor Says Her Focus Is on 'Good Governance'
- Tory Calls Public Life 'A Sacrifice' in Memo
Tory said when the COVID-19 pandemic hit the city, he continued to work hard, "by always being ready to serve." Doing so honoured essential workers in Toronto, including health-care workers, he said. "That's what makes being Mayor of this city the best job anyone could have. And it's why it breaks my heart to leave. But leaving was the right thing ...
McKelvie thanked Tory for his years of service, wished him well and said she "fully respects" his request for privacy. "He worked very long days, often seven days a week, because he loved this city and wanted to do a good job for all residents," she said. McKelvie said she has spoken to the city clerk and a report on the impending byelection — "the...
In a memo to councillors Friday morning, Tory thanked his colleagues and called public life "a sacrifice." "Public life is a sacrifice for anyone and one you have made to contribute to a better future for our city," he wrote. "As for me, you can be sure I will be an engaged, contributing citizen trying to ensure, as you are, a bright future for our...
Feb 12, 2023 · Toronto Mayor John Tory resigned suddenly on Friday night after admitting he had an affair with a 31-year-old member of his staff. She said council had to step in and take the reins when Rob...
John Tory stepped down on Friday after three successive terms as Toronto's mayor. The mayor of Canadian city Toronto has resigned unexpectedly after admitting to a relationship with a former...
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...
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...
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Feb 10, 2023 · The mayor, John Tory, who had led the city since 2014, apologized for what he called a serious error in judgment.
