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Toronto to host the Strong Cities Network Sixth Global Summit: Mayors and Local Leaders from Around the World #TogetherInToronto

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19/05/2025

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TORONTO, CANADA – The Strong Cities Network and the City of Toronto are excited to announce that Toronto will be the host city for the Sixth Global Summit from December 9 to 11, 2025. This landmark event will bring together mayors, local government officials, civil society organizations, national and provincial governments, and practitioners from around the globe to catalyze city-led action to fight rising hate and polarization, and foster stronger, more resilient and inclusive cities.

In a time of rising global tensions and crises, traditional international cooperation mechanisms are under significant strain. City-to-city cooperation is vital to bridging divides, fostering trust, and maintaining crucial cross-border dialogue. The Sixth Global Summit will serve as a platform to share bold ideas, innovative strategies, and evidence-based solutions aimed at catalysing globally cooperation to build resilient communities and advance human rights-based approaches to community safety.

As the culminating event of Strong Cities’ 10^th anniversary year, the Summit will celebrate a decade of empowering local leaders and catalyzing city-led solutions to prevent and respond to hate, extremism, and polarization. Participants will engage in high-level plenaries, interactive workshops and tabletop exercises, and targeted networking opportunities designed to foster collaboration and inspire impactful city-led solutions.

#TogetherInToronto: A City Committed to Resilience and Inclusion

Toronto’s decision to host the Sixth Global Summit reflects its deep-rooted commitment to community safety, resilience, cross-sector collaboration, and inclusive communities. The Summit will showcase innovative, city-led strategies from around the world, including Toronto’s leadership in building safer, more inclusive communities that celebrate diversity and foster resilience.

As a member of the Strong Cities Network, Toronto has witnessed firsthand the transformative power of cities coming together to tackle shared challenges. We are proud to be hosting the Sixth Global Summit and to share Toronto’s commitment to building resilient communities that prioritize belonging, safety, and well-being for all residents.

Her Worship Olivia Chow, Mayor of Toronto

Join Us in Toronto

Cities, organizations, and partners interested in participating or supporting the Sixth Global Summit are encouraged to contact the Strong Cities Network at [email protected].

Media Contact:
Eric Rosand, Executive Director, Strong Cities Network
[email protected]
www.strongcitiesnetwork.org

Strong Cities Network
The Strong Cities Network is an independent global network of 270+ cities and other local governments from across 70 countries dedicated to addressing all forms of hate, extremism, and polarisation, while promoting a human rights-based prevention framework. Through in-person and online convenings, exchanges and trainings, Strong Cities facilitates sharing and learning among mayors and other local leaders, as well as municipal-level practitioners. By doing so, it helps local authorities leverage their full potential in prevention, while complementing national, regional, and global efforts. 

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