Mayor John Tory’s special guest at the inaugural meeting of Toronto City Council will be Louise Russo.
Russo was hit by a stray bullet that shattered her spine during a North York shooting 2004. She created the charity W.A.V.E. (Working Against Violence Everyday). W.A.V.E. works to inspire youth and members of the community to come together and take a visible stand against violence in their communities.
Tory said in a release that he had developed a special bond with Russo when he reached out to her following the shooting. They have maintained a close friendship and he is a long time supporter of W.A.V.E.
Tory will also be joined by former Premier of Ontario and mentor, the Honourable William G. Davis.