John Tory
John Tory is a prominent Canadian politician and businessman who served as the mayor of Toronto from 2014 until 2023. Known for his moderate and pragmatic approach, he focused on urban issues such as transit, housing, and public safety. As a longtime advocate for community engagement, Tory has played a significant role in shaping Toronto's policies and development. He is also a member of the Tory family, which has a notable history in Canadian public life.
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Former Toronto mayor John Tory says he won’t be running in the city’s mayoral race this fall, citing the toll it would take on his family.
John Tory says he won’t run for mayor of Toronto
Canada· 2026-03-04
Former Toronto Mayor John Tory attended the Fête Chinoise Signature Event.
Fête Chinoise celebrates Chinese heritage, Fullscript Senators Gala raises funds for front-line children and youth servicesCanada· 2026-02-14
John Tory is a former mayor of Toronto who referred to hosting the World Cup as a once in a generation opportunity.
Costs for hosting FIFA World Cup games soar in Toronto and VancouverCanada· 2026-01-30
John Tory is the former mayor of Toronto who led the city’s bid to host the World Cup.
Potential Canada-Italy World Cup matchup in Toronto sets off cheers and jittersCanada· 2025-12-06
John Tory, who led Toronto’s bid to co-host the World Cup when he was mayor, says the tournament will be a 'psychological and economic' boost for the city.
World Cup 2026 draw live updates: Star-studded ceremony begins in Washington, D.C.Canada· 2025-12-05
John Tory is the former mayor of Toronto and attended a Liberal fundraiser as a special guest.
With Carney in power, the Liberals seek to turn the purple voteCanada· 2025-11-24
Former Mayor John Tory took a more aggressive approach to clearing encampments in other parks.
In Dufferin Grove, a big tent of compassion for homeless encampments begins to frayCanada· 2025-09-19
John Tory was the conservative mayor of Toronto who introduced speed cameras.
Why Doug Ford is wrong about speed camerasCanada· 2025-09-13
John Tory is a former Ontario PC leader referenced in the context of leadership support.
Ontario Liberal Leader Bonnie Crombie confident ahead of leadership reviewCanada· 2025-09-12
John Tory was elected repeatedly as mayor of Toronto after Rob Ford's tenure.
Netflix’s Trainwreck: Mayor of Mayhem revisits mayoral tenure of Rob FordCanada· 2025-06-16
John Tory's mayoralty was characterized by delays and cost overruns related to the market building.
Toronto’s St. Lawrence Market celebrates grand opening, but the redevelopment has its flawsCanada· 2025-05-10
John Tory, a former Toronto mayor, hopes the film will drive home the point to world leaders that kids are often the forgotten victims of war.
John and Michael Tory back new Ukraine war film that reveals the toll conflict takes on children victimsCanada· 2025-02-15
