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Toronto is cracking down on extreme indoor heat by proposing a new bylaw to cap rental unit temperatures at 26°C, as sweltering heat waves push temperatures into the mid-40s. City Council has approved the plan and is urging the provincial government to adopt the same standard across Ontario, calling cooling a vital service. While existing rules require un-air-conditioned buildings to offer cooled common areas until September, tenant advocates say it’s not enough—especially for vulnerable residents like seniors—and argue landlords must ensure safe indoor temperatures. A report on implementation is due by June 2027, while the city has already distributed 1,500 free portable AC units to low-income households for immediate relief.

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