A new survey commissioned by the City of Toronto suggests residents feel the city is improving — from cleaner parks to a stronger overall sense of quality of life — compared to last year.

The Listening to Toronto poll, conducted by Ipsos between Aug. 1 and 18, asked more than 1,100 residents to rate municipal services and overall quality of life. The results reveal a five-point jump in the share of Torontonians who describe their quality of life as “good” or “very good,” now sitting at 69 per cent, up from 64 per cent in 2024.

Other notable gains: • Public safety perceptions rose six points to 65 per cent. • Cleanliness ratings climbed to 61 per cent, up three points. • Satisfaction with parks and outdoor spaces edged up to 81 per cent. • Recreation programs earned a 95 per cent

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