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Yonge-Dundas Square Board of Management

Yonge-Dundas Square is a one-acre outdoor public space designed as a focal point for Toronto's downtown area which contributes to the cultural vitality of the community. The square features entertainment and events that appeal to local businesses, residents and visitors.

The board of management for Yonge-Dundas Square was established in 2001, and is the first public-private partnership in Canada to operate a public square.

Relationship Framework
A Council-approved Relationship Framework (PDF) sets out City Council's delegation of authority, expectations and requirements for the Yonge Dundas Square Board of Management.

Board responsibilities
The board manages the Yonge-Dundas Square as a business venture in partnership with the City of Toronto, and the local business and residential communities, including the Downtown Yonge Business Improvement Area.

The Yonge-Dundas Square Board of Management manages, operates, controls and maintains the activities of the facility on behalf of City Council as an outdoor public space.

Its objectives include the:

• creation of a unique focal point in the downtown core to promote economic development activities and contribute to the cultural vitality of the community
• provision of a balance of commercial and community programming which will appeal to local business and residents, and also provide city-wide attractions to Torontonians and visitors alike
• promotion of a high quality of life in a safe, secure and liveable downtown

Term of office
Four years.

Composition
The board consists of 15 members:

• the Councillor for Ward 27, Toronto Centre - Rosedale
• 2 members of the Downtown Yonge BIA nominated by the BIA
• 5 citizen members
• 1 member nominated by Ryerson University
• 1 member nominated by a local resident's association
• 1 member nominated by the Corporation of Massey Hall and Roy Thomson Hall
• 1 employee of the Toronto Parking Authority (ex-officio, no voting rights)
• 1 employee of the Toronto Police Service (ex-officio, no voting rights)
• 2 City staff (ex-officio, no voting rights).

(Approved by City Council at its meeting held on October 24 and 25, 2011, as Item CA11.3)

Meetings
The board meets at least seven times a year at City Hall, or as determined by the board.

	Relationship framework (PDF)
	Yonge-Dundas Square
	Board-specific processes and requirements

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