Toronto/CMEDIA: The Key to the City of Toronto reportedly was presented today to His Highness Prince Rahim the Aga Khan V by Toronto Mayor Olivia Chow at Ismaili Centre Toronto.
“I am proud to present His Highness Prince Rahim Aga Khan V with the Key to the City, as a friend and ally of Toronto…It is especially meaningful to share this award as we celebrate the new Generations Toronto facility designed to be inclusive, caring, and intergenerational — allowing local seniors to age in place, supported by their community,” said Olivia Chow.
This act was in accordance with his dedication to improving the quality of life of people around the world, regardless of birthplace or background.
“I am deeply honoured by this recognition from the City of Toronto…It is the commitment to openness and inclusion that has made this city a meaningful partner. I accept this key as a symbol of the friendship between this city and the Ismaili community…together,” Rahim Aga Khan V said.
Having brought bold vision and deep commitment to this work, Prince Rahim the Aga Khan V was responsible for advancing institutions and initiatives spanning health care, education, culture, habitat, and financial inclusion, for Torontonians, Canadians, and communities around the globe.
Inauguration of Generations Toronto, an affordable housing and long-term care facility, designed for community-supported aging within an intergenerational framework was the venue of the presentation.
As part of a national initiative of the Ismaili community addressing health consequences of social isolation for seniors, along with the lack of affordable housing, the project is grounded in the Islamic values of human dignity and compassion.
Generations Toronto was supported by funding from all levels of government, including an investment of $17.5 million in incentives by the City of Toronto through development charge exemptions and permit fee waivers.
Besides this the City will provide tax exemption for the affordability period.
His Highness the Aga Khan is the 50th hereditary Imam of the Shia Ismaili Muslims.
The Ismaili community has made Canada and Toronto home over the past 50 years by building roots and making lasting contributions to civic and cultural life.
About the Key to the City
Inspiring individuals from diverse backgrounds embodying the spirit and potential of Toronto with their significant contributions to civic life are considered for the award by the Mayor of Toronto for the Key to the City.
The Key to the City is Toronto’s highest honour granted by the Mayor to an individual or a group.
More information, including a list of past recipients, is available on the City’s Key to the City webpage.
