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An online space where Town of Ajax listeners (residents, businesses and community groups) can get to know staff, Council and community partners/local business owners and stay up to date on what’s happening in the Town, learn more about a topic, etc.​

  1. Youth & 55+ Voices Shaping Ajax’s Future | TOA Talks

    4D AGO

    Youth & 55+ Voices Shaping Ajax’s Future | TOA Talks

    In this episode of TOA Talks 70 years of Ajax, we take a glimpse at Ajax’s future in conservations with Abigail Chiu, Youth Engagement Advisory Committee (YEAC) member and Patricia Bolger, an active participant in the Town’s 55+ Community. 🔔 Subscribe to the Town of Ajax to watch more videos: https://www.youtube.com/@thetownofajax?sub_confirmation=1 🔎 Connect with the Town of Ajax for the latest news: https://www.ajax.ca/news ✍️ Visit the Town's new Public Engagement Platform: https://imo.ajax.ca/ 🎙 Town of Ajax Podcast: https://ajax.ca/TOATalks 🫶 Follow us TOA Live and Interactive: https://www.youtube.com/@thetownofajax/streams TOA on Twitter: https://twitter.com/TownOfAjax TOA on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/myajax/ TOA on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/townofajax/ Join us as we discuss the Town of Ajax. Throughout each season we will be sitting down with the amazing people who make up the Town, from TOA staff and Council Members, to community leaders and small business owners. Check back with us monthly to hear new episodes right here or on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or YouTube. For any questions about TOA Talks, please contact corporate@ajax.ca.

    31 min
  2. Inclusion, Equity & Community | 70 Years of Ajax

    JAN 13

    Inclusion, Equity & Community | 70 Years of Ajax

    In Episode 2 of Season 3 of TOA Talks: 70 Years of Ajax, we explore the make-up of Ajax today and what continues to attract residents to our growing community. This conversation highlights how multiculturalism enriches daily life in Ajax, while also addressing the real challenges related to racism and bias. Our guests share insights into the ongoing work being done to foster a more inclusive, equitable, and connected community for everyone who calls Ajax home. 🎙 Guests featured in this episode: • Marycarmen Lara Villanueva, PhD, Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Advisor, Town of Ajax • Malcolm Barrington, Co-Chair, Ajax Anti-Racism Task Force • Parastou Saberi, PhD, Social Researcher, Community Development Council Durham (CDCD) 🔔 Subscribe to the Town of Ajax to watch more videos: https://www.youtube.com/@thetownofajax?sub_confirmation=1 🔎 Connect with the Town of Ajax for the latest news: https://www.ajax.ca/news ✍️ Visit the Town's new Public Engagement Platform: https://imo.ajax.ca/ 🎙 Town of Ajax Podcast: https://ajax.ca/TOATalks 🫶 Follow us TOA Live and Interactive: https://www.youtube.com/@thetownofajax/streams TOA on Twitter: https://twitter.com/TownOfAjax TOA on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/myajax/ TOA on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/townofajax/ Join us as we discuss the Town of Ajax. Throughout each season we will be sitting down with the amazing people who make up the Town, from TOA staff and Council Members, to community leaders and small business owners. Check back with us monthly to hear new episodes right here or on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or YouTube. For any questions about TOA Talks, please contact corporate@ajax.ca.

    41 min
  3. From Wartime Origins to Incorporation | 70 Years of Ajax

    2025-12-16

    From Wartime Origins to Incorporation | 70 Years of Ajax

    Season 3 of the Town of Ajax Podcast, TOA Talks: 70 Years of Ajax, is officially here. In Episode 1, we journey back to where it all began, exploring Ajax’s wartime origins, proud military legacy, and what everyday life looked like in the early 1950s, around the time the Town was incorporated. Throughout the season, TOA Talks will take you past, present, and future as we: Explore life in Ajax todayImagine what Ajax could look like in the years aheadShare stories, insights, and moments that have shaped our communityTune in and celebrate 70 years of Ajax, then, now, and what’s next. 🔔 Subscribe to the Town of Ajax to watch more videos: https://www.youtube.com/@thetownofajax?sub_confirmation=1 🔎 Connect with the Town of Ajax for the latest news: https://www.ajax.ca/news ✍️ Visit the Town's new Public Engagement Platform: https://imo.ajax.ca/ 🎙 Town of Ajax Podcast: https://ajax.ca/TOATalks 🫶 Follow us TOA Live and Interactive: https://www.youtube.com/@thetownofajax/streams TOA on Twitter: https://twitter.com/TownOfAjax TOA on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/myajax/ TOA on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/townofajax/ Join us as we discuss the Town of Ajax. Throughout each season we will be sitting down with the amazing people who make up the Town, from TOA staff and Council Members, to community leaders and small business owners. Check back with us monthly to hear new episodes right here or on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or YouTube. For any questions about TOA Talks, please contact corporate@ajax.ca.

    31 min
  4. Live with Mayor: 2026 Budget Presentation

    2025-12-11

    Live with Mayor: 2026 Budget Presentation

    This episode is a Live with Mayor Collier for a focus on the 2026 Capital & Operating Budgets.   Watch the full recording on the Town’s YouTube channel & ajax.ca/MTH To learn more & follow the budget process with us, visit: ajax.ca/2026Budget 🔔 Subscribe to the Town of Ajax to watch more videos: https://www.youtube.com/@thetownofajax?sub_confirmation=1 🔎 Connect with the Town of Ajax for the latest news: https://www.ajax.ca/news ✍️ Visit the Town's new Public Engagement Platform: https://imo.ajax.ca/ 🎙 Town of Ajax Podcast: https://ajax.ca/TOATalks 🫶 Follow us TOA Live and Interactive: https://www.youtube.com/@thetownofajax/streams TOA on Twitter: https://twitter.com/TownOfAjax TOA on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/myajax/ TOA on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/townofajax/ Join us as we discuss the Town of Ajax. Throughout each season we will be sitting down with the amazing people who make up the Town, from TOA staff and Council Members, to community leaders and small business owners. Check back with us monthly to hear new episodes right here or on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or YouTube. For any questions about TOA Talks, please contact corporate@ajax.ca.

    59 min
  5. Sterling Lee Talks Ajax’s Multiculturalism, Future Developments & Being ‘Trivia Thanos’

    2025-03-04

    Sterling Lee Talks Ajax’s Multiculturalism, Future Developments & Being ‘Trivia Thanos’

    In this episode of TOA Talks, host Devon Jarvis sits down with Regional Councillor and Deputy Mayor Sterling Lee for a lively and insightful discussion about Ajax’s authentic multiculturalism, the lessons he’s learned from MP Mark Holland, and the exciting future developments at Audley Recreation Centre. Sterling, self-proclaimed as "Trivia Thanos", shares his love for trivia nights in Ajax and how they bring the community together. They also dive into a fun yet meaningful conversation about staying true to yourself—whether that means rocking Jordans or dress shoes. Tune in for even more stories as they explore what makes Ajax a vibrant and evolving community! 🔔 Subscribe to the Town of Ajax to watch more videos: https://www.youtube.com/@thetownofajax?sub_confirmation=1 🔎 Connect with the Town of Ajax for the latest news: https://www.ajax.ca/news ✍️ Visit the Town's new Public Engagement Platform: https://imo.ajax.ca/ 🎙 Town of Ajax Podcast: https://ajax.ca/TOATalks 🫶 Follow us TOA Live and Interactive: https://www.youtube.com/@thetownofajax/streams TOA on Twitter: https://twitter.com/TownOfAjax TOA on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/myajax/ TOA on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/townofajax/ Join us as we discuss the Town of Ajax. Throughout each season we will be sitting down with the amazing people who make up the Town, from TOA staff and Council Members, to community leaders and small business owners. Check back with us monthly to hear new episodes right here or on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or YouTube. For any questions about TOA Talks, please contact corporate@ajax.ca.

    30 min
  6. Marilyn Crawford talks Running a Half Marathon, Public vs Private Sector, and being in Politics

    2025-02-06

    Marilyn Crawford talks Running a Half Marathon, Public vs Private Sector, and being in Politics

    In this episode of TOA Talks, host Sterling Lee welcomes Marilyn Crawford for an engaging and lively conversation. Marilyn shares her perspective on the differences between the public and private sectors, offering insights into their unique challenges and opportunities. She also discusses the common negative perceptions of politicians and how they impact public trust. Beyond her professional experiences, Marilyn opens up about a personal milestone—training for and running her first half marathon in her 40s. Don’t miss this insightful and inspiring conversation with Marilyn Crawford!🎙️ 🔔 Subscribe to the Town of Ajax to watch more videos: https://www.youtube.com/@thetownofajax?sub_confirmation=1 🔎 Connect with the Town of Ajax for the latest news: https://www.ajax.ca/news ✍️ Visit the Town's new Public Engagement Platform: https://imo.ajax.ca/ 🎙 Town of Ajax Podcast: https://ajax.ca/TOATalks 🫶 Follow us TOA Live and Interactive: https://www.youtube.com/@thetownofajax/streams TOA on Twitter: https://twitter.com/TownOfAjax TOA on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/myajax/ TOA on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/townofajax/ Join us as we discuss the Town of Ajax. Throughout each season we will be sitting down with the amazing people who make up the Town, from TOA staff and Council Members, to community leaders and small business owners. Check back with us monthly to hear new episodes right here or on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or YouTube. For any questions about TOA Talks, please contact corporate@ajax.ca.

    30 min
  7. Rob Tyler-Morin talks his Band Two for the Show, Learning in your Career, & Traffic Calming

    2024-12-17

    Rob Tyler-Morin talks his Band Two for the Show, Learning in your Career, & Traffic Calming

    In this episode of TOA Talks, host Sterling Lee welcomes Rob Tyler-Morin, Councillor for Ward 1, for an engaging and lively conversation. Rob dives into his passion for music, sharing stories about his band Two for the Show and reflecting on what he believes is the greatest band of all time. He also discusses his professional journey, offering insights into discovering the joy of learning throughout your career. Rob sheds light on important local topics like traffic calming and what makes Ajax—especially Pickering Village—such a special place to live. Plus, he gives us a behind-the-scenes look at a day in the life of a local councillor. Don’t miss this entertaining and insightful chat with Councillor Rob Tyler-Morin! 🎙️ 🔔 Subscribe to the Town of Ajax to watch more videos: https://www.youtube.com/@thetownofajax?sub_confirmation=1 🔎 Connect with the Town of Ajax for the latest news: https://www.ajax.ca/news ✍️ Visit the Town's new Public Engagement Platform: https://imo.ajax.ca/ 🎙 Town of Ajax Podcast: https://ajax.ca/TOATalks 🫶 Follow us TOA Live and Interactive: https://www.youtube.com/@thetownofajax/streams TOA on Twitter: https://twitter.com/TownOfAjax TOA on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/myajax/ TOA on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/townofajax/ Join us as we discuss the Town of Ajax. Throughout each season we will be sitting down with the amazing people who make up the Town, from TOA staff and Council Members, to community leaders and small business owners. Check back with us monthly to hear new episodes right here or on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or YouTube. For any questions about TOA Talks, please contact corporate@ajax.ca.

    24 min
  8. Nancy Henry talks First Term on Ajax Council, Road to Politics, and Top 3 Moments

    2024-11-19

    Nancy Henry talks First Term on Ajax Council, Road to Politics, and Top 3 Moments

    In the third episode of this season’s TOA Talks, host Sterling Lee welcomes Councillor for Ward 2, Nancy Henry, for a fun and insightful conversation. Nancy shares her journey into politics, revealing the pivotal moments that led her to join Ajax Council. She reflects on her experience during her first term, offering a behind-the-scenes look working for a local government. Plus, she counts down her top 3 standout moments. Don’t miss this opportunity to get to know your local Ajax Councillor! 🎙️ 🔔 Subscribe to the Town of Ajax to watch more videos: https://www.youtube.com/@thetownofajax?sub_confirmation=1 🔎 Connect with the Town of Ajax for the latest news: https://www.ajax.ca/news ✍️ Visit the Town's new Public Engagement Platform: https://imo.ajax.ca/ 🎙 Town of Ajax Podcast: https://ajax.ca/TOATalks 🫶 Follow us TOA Live and Interactive: https://www.youtube.com/@thetownofajax/streams TOA on Twitter: https://twitter.com/TownOfAjax TOA on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/myajax/ TOA on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/townofajax/ Join us as we discuss the Town of Ajax. Throughout each season we will be sitting down with the amazing people who make up the Town, from TOA staff and Council Members, to community leaders and small business owners. Check back with us monthly to hear new episodes right here or on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or YouTube. For any questions about TOA Talks, please contact corporate@ajax.ca.

    26 min
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An online space where Town of Ajax listeners (residents, businesses and community groups) can get to know staff, Council and community partners/local business owners and stay up to date on what’s happening in the Town, learn more about a topic, etc.​

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  • Creator
    Town of Ajax
  • Years Active
    2023 - 2026
  • Episodes
    19
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2026 Town of Ajax
  • Show Website
    TOA Talks