We research and report on Toronto's quality of life in our annual Toronto's Vital Signs® Report. It is a consolidated snapshot of the trends in our city, highlighting progress we should be proud of and challenges that need to be addressed.

The Report is compiled from current statistics and special studies which look at eleven different, yet interconnected, issue areas that are critical to the well-being of our city and its residents.

The goals of the Toronto's Vital Signs® Report include inspiring civic engagement, providing focus for public debate, and guiding donors and stakeholders who want to direct their resources to areas of greatest need.

		The world needs Toronto to succeed Now is the time to stand up for Toronto By Rahul K. Bhardwaj and John B. MacIntyre ›› Address by Rahul K. Bhardwaj [Video] ››
		Life in a divided city Growing disparity between rich and poor projected to balloon By Royson James, Toronto Star ››
		In St. James Town, striving for togetherness Programs, facility upgrades bring education and community spirit By Chloe Feido, Toronto Star ››
		Helping cyclists pedal into action for the city Activist advocates not only walking and cycling, but also rollerblading and skateboarding to get from A to B rather than simply for recreation. By Bill Taylor, Toronto Star ››
		Cooking up a sense of engagement for kids Students gain life skills, confidence as part of middle-school program By Judy Gerstel, Toronto Star ››
		Paying it forward The Thomsons, Keith, Tanja and 6-year-old Kiera, run a fund that helps the community By Keith Thomson for the Toronto Star ››
		City building at its best Colin Lacey feels energized when he lends his support to initiatives that help generate connections between people and places in Toronto By Colin Lacey for the Toronto Star ››
		Art for people’s sake Giving aspiring artists, dancers and musicians the ultimate experience By Paul Dalby, Toronto Star ››
		In sports events, we can all win Hosting games will give Toronto chance to build through its volunteers By Christopher Hume, Toronto Star ››

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We research and report on Toronto's quality of life in our annual Toronto's Vital Signs® Report. It is a consolidated snapshot of the trends in our city, highlighting progress we should be proud of and challenges that need to be addressed.