Working Committees
Collaborative groups that focus on specific community initiatives, such as local events, neighbourhood safety, and environmental sustainability. These committees enable residents to actively contribute ideas, expertise, and effort to enhance the quality of life within Seaton Village.
Executive Committee
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The Executive Committee of the Seaton Village Residents' Association (SVRA) oversees the organization's operations, ensuring the effective implementation of its mission and goals. This committee provides leadership, manages resources, and collaborates with residents to address key issues and advocate for the community’s interests. We can be reached by email at chair@seatonvillage.ca
Election Committee
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The Election Committee is responsible for overseeing the Executive elections during the Annual General Meeting (AGM) and at special meetings in the event of a vacancy. Our primary role is to ensure that the election process is fair, transparent, and conducted in accordance with established guidelines. We facilitate the nomination process, communicate election procedures to members, and ensure that all voting is carried out smoothly and efficiently. We can be reached by email at chair@seatonvillage.ca
Events Committee
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This committee is to provide support and guidance for members who may want to organize an event in Seaton Village. An example of a community event that is supported by the SVRA is the annual Pumpkin Walk in Vermont Park. The community events committee would be the liaison with the SVRA to request assistance with finding volunteers, donating some funds for an event (if applicable), and/or help with promoting your event in the community. Anyone can participate! We can be reached by email at events@seatonvillage.ca
Governance Committee
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The Governance Committee plays a crucial role in ensuring that the organization operates effectively and transparently by focusing on the development and refinement of bylaws, procedures and practices. We work to create governance frameworks that empower members while providing the executive with the necessary tools and guidelines to lead responsibly. Through our efforts, we strive to foster an environment of accountability, inclusivity, and collaboration within the organization. We can be reached by email at governance@seatonvillage.ca
Planning & Development Committee
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The Seaton Village Residents’ Association’s Planning and Development Committee strives to preserve the community’s urban fabric and charm, while promoting smart design that contributes to our neighbourhood’s character, vitality and safety.
We seek to promote the construction of affordable housing, purpose-built rental units, and housing which can accommodate residents throughout the different stages of life. We support reasonable and proportional densification which employs energy efficient technologies, includes trees and parkettes and provides retail spaces for local businesses. We can be reached by email at p&d@seatonvillage.ca
Greening Committee
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The focus of the SVRA Greening Committee is the creation and implementation of a plan to increase green spaces and reduce fossil fuel emissions in Seaton Village. This includes establishing a vision and plan for Vermont Square Park to reach its true potential as a community gathering space and a green space. We can be reached by email at greening@seatonvillage.ca
Safety Committee
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The Safety Committee's mandate focuses on "Feeling Safe in Our Community," intersecting with other SVRA Committees. Key areas include personal safety, visibility during nighttime and winter months, improved street and park lighting, and conducting safety audits to address community concerns.
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​The committee also emphasizes crime reduction by supporting measures against break-ins and personal injuries, collaborating with local authorities for safety audits, and addressing issues like gang-related graffiti. The Community Police Liaison Committee (CPLC), from the Toronto Police 14 Division, addresses community safety, traffic, and youth advocacy, meeting monthly from September to June with committee representation. We can be reached by email at safety@seatonvillage.ca
Traffic Calming Committee
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The Traffic Calming Committee of the Seaton Village Residents' Association (SVRA) works to improve road safety and reduce traffic-related risks in the neighborhood. By advocating for measures such as speed reduction, pedestrian-friendly infrastructure, and thoughtful urban design, the committee aims to create safer streets for all residents. We can be reached by email at traffic@seatonvillage.ca