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David Ferreira
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Your London, Ontario City Councillor for Ward 13

Link Tree: linktr.ee/LdnOntWard13
As we enter winter, the City of London is reminding residents of its tiered Warming Centre Framework.

Residents with questions or concerns about the framework can contact City Hall or their Councillor. A list of current shelter, resting, and warming resources at: london.ca/warming-centres.
December 10, 2025 at 4:11 PM
Starting December 1, the City has increased enforcement around #accessible parking violations to support fair access this holiday season.

Officers will check for proper permit use—noncompliance could result in a $385 fine.

Let’s keep accessible spaces in #LdnOnt available for those who need them.
December 8, 2025 at 4:10 PM
The Holly Jolly Holiday Market opens today, December 5th, and will be running Fridays to Sundays until December 21st!

Stop by to browse incredible local food and artisan vendors, snap a photo with Santa, and cozy up under the twinkling lights of the giant Christmas tree.

#LdnOnt | #Ward13
December 5, 2025 at 3:59 PM
Join us tomorrow, December 5th, for the Lighting of the Lights in Victoria Park, one of London’s most beloved #holiday traditions.

Lighting is at 6:50 pm. Live music, food trucks, and festivities all evening.

Hope to see you there!

#LdnOnt | #Ward13
December 4, 2025 at 4:01 PM
Catch up on everything happening in #LdnOnt, from London’s upcoming 200th anniversary to Downtown for the Holidays events.

Read the latest #newsletter and sign up to get future updates straight to your inbox at www.davidferreira.ca/newsletter-signup/.

#Ward13 | #December
December 3, 2025 at 4:00 PM
Had a great time at the Winter Launch Party at #MuseumLondon! I’m especially excited about two new exhibits on display, Billy Bert Young: Cloudburst and Tropi-X: Brazilian Art in Canada, 1970s – Now.

Head to Museum London to see the exhibits or click here museumlondon.ca/exhibitions/.
November 29, 2025 at 4:01 PM
A #LdnOnt Zoning By-law Amendment has been proposed for 732 Wellington St & 282 Piccadilly St in #Ward13.

Applicant: 732 Wellington St Inc. & London Bridge Childcare.
Comment deadline: Dec 15, 2025
Public Meeting Date: January 27, 2026

#PlanningNotice info at london.ca/732-wellington-street
November 28, 2025 at 4:27 PM
At our next CPSC committee meeting, I’ll be bringing forward a motion to help protect London renters from bad-faith evictions by exploring new tools and by-law changes that would help prevent unnecessary loss of #affordablehousing.
November 26, 2025 at 4:01 PM
Exciting news for #LdnOnt skaters: West Lions Skate Park is getting a major upgrade! Construction begins this winter as part of the City’s Neighbourhood Parks Improvement Program. New design = more space and more fun.

Details at getinvolved.london.ca/NeighbourhoodParksImprovements.
November 21, 2025 at 3:41 PM
Help shape the future of #LdnOnt libraries!

Drop by one of these public open houses to share your ideas:
• Nov 18 – Cherryhill (3-5PM)
• Nov 20 – Bostwick (6-8PM)
• Nov 26 – Jalna (4-6PM)
• Nov 27 – Sherwood (5-7PM)

Find details at www.lpl.ca/facilities-m....
November 18, 2025 at 4:02 PM
Join the Budget Committee at 300 Dufferin Ave tomorrow at 4 PM for a public participation meeting to share opinions, concerns & feedback on the #LdnOnt 2026 budget.

Learn how to participate: london.ca/government/c...
November 17, 2025 at 4:00 PM
Starting today, November 15, the City's overnight street parking restrictions are back in effect from 3 AM to 5 AM on most streets.

Register for a pass at london.ca/overnightparking or by phone at 519-661-4537 (Mon–Fri, 8:30 AM - 4:15 PM)

#Ward13 | #LdnOnt | #StreetParking | #Restrictions
November 15, 2025 at 4:04 PM
#LdnOnt & Old Oak Properties introduced a spectacular new mural titled ‘Forest City Portals’ in September by artist Priscilla Yu on the west wall of the Centro building at 100 Fullarton St. Check it out next time you’re #downtown

Watch the making-of video at
www.instagram.com/reel/DO8sMo8...
November 14, 2025 at 4:06 PM
It was a pleasure to attend the Downtown London BIA #AGM2025 yesterday morning. I appreciated the opportunity to connect with members, reflect on the year’s work, and glimpse the road ahead. Thank you to everyone who took the time to join us.

#Ward13 #LondonON #CommunityFirst
November 13, 2025 at 4:02 PM
#ClimateAction for Business Month is here with 3 great events:

Nov 12: Webinar on Smart Commute & climate strategies
Nov 20: Business After Five: climate networking
Nov 27: Community Outlook: local experts on sustainability, energy and resilience

Register: business.londonchamber.com/events/search
November 12, 2025 at 3:53 PM
Thank you to those who joined us for the #LdnOnt #RemembranceDay ceremony hosted in Victoria Park as we honoured the courage & sacrifice of those who have served, & continue to serve, our country in times of war, military conflict, & peace.

On this day of #remembrance be sure to thank a Veteran
November 11, 2025 at 8:19 PM
There will be road closures downtown on Tuesday, Nov. 11 from 8 AM to 12:30 PM for London’s Remembrance Day ceremony. Dufferin, Wellington, Dundas and Waterloo will be affected. See map for details.

Let’s honour those who served 🇨🇦 Find out more at london.ca/RemembranceDay.

#LdnOnt #RemembranceDay
November 10, 2025 at 4:01 PM
The “Holy Roller” is one of only two tanks to fight from D-Day to the end of WWII. It has stood in London's Victoria Park since 1956, and serves as a reminder of the resilience and sacrifice of Canadian soldiers.

Check out the video to learn more: youtu.be/tCi8O2CE3sw.

#LondonON #HolyRoller
Holy Roller – Downtown History with David
YouTube video by David Ferreira - Councillor Ward 13 London Ontario
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November 9, 2025 at 6:02 PM
Your community. Your school. Your voice.

Join me along with a group of Thames Valley elected trustees to hear about what’s changing in Ontario’s education system, Wednesday, November 12 at 6:00 PM at the Central Library.

Details at tinyurl.com/yourtrustees.

#Ward13 #LdnOnt #EducationMatters
November 7, 2025 at 3:59 PM
Catch up on everything happening in Ward 13—from Remembrance Day commemorations and the new Homelessness Dashboard, to overnight parking rules and Budget pop-up sessions.

Read the latest newsletter & sign up to get future updates at www.davidferreira.ca.

#Ward13 | #LdnOnt | #CommunityFirst
November 6, 2025 at 4:00 PM
Did you know that #LdnOnt was originally supposed to be the capital of #Canada? But York (now Toronto) was already the commercial capital of upper Canada, so it was later decided that Toronto should be the capital instead

Check out the video to learn a little more about London's #history
The Fork of The Thames - Downtown's History with David
YouTube video by David Ferreira - Councillor Ward 13 London Ontario
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November 5, 2025 at 6:59 PM
Want to better understand the City of London’s 2026 budget? Drop by a Pop-Up Info Session to hear from City staff, ask questions, and get the facts.

Find a session near you and see details at getinvolved.london.ca/budget.

#LdnOnt #Budget2026
November 5, 2025 at 4:03 PM
The Homelessness Individuals in London Dashboard, the 1st in the new Homelessness Online Dashboards initiative is now live

The dashboard is designed to provide greater detail & will feature ongoing phases to produce more consumable data

You can access the dashboard here: london.ca/Homelessness...
October 23, 2025 at 3:46 PM
Tomorrow is the last #CommunityChat for 2025. Come share your thoughts, ask questions, or just listen in. I’ll be at Dundas United Church tomorrow at 6PM

📍 Location: Dundas United Church – 482 Dundas St
🕕 Time: 6:00–7:30 PM

Hope to see you there!
#LdnOnt | #Ward13
October 21, 2025 at 3:08 PM
As #LdnOnt comes together to celebrate #Diwali tonight, I would like to remind residents to follow the Fireworks By-law & keep safety as a priority

Fireworks are permitted from dusk until 11PM, tonight ONLY

You can not light fireworks on streets, roads, or parks

Learn more: london.ca/fireworks
October 20, 2025 at 3:28 PM