Jaye Robinson

Jaye Robinson is the Toronto City Councillor for Ward 25 – Don Valley West and the Chair of the Public Works & Infrastructure Committee.

Re-elected in 2014 with one of the city's highest pluralities, Jaye brings a passion for the arts and a 20-year track record as a community leader to the CFC Board of Directors.

Before running for office, Jaye was a senior manager in the city's Economic Development & Culture Division. With an entrepreneurial approach, she successfully merged arts and community building initiatives with economic development strategies, creating a vibrant roster of annual events with significant economic impacts, including Nuit Blanche, Summerlicious and Winterlicious.

In her first term, Jaye focused on innovative, fiscally sound solutions to Toronto's goals and priorities. Accountability and integrity were central to her approach, and she spoke out repeatedly about the need for professionalism and transparency in city government. She also oversaw the continued growth and success of our renowned library system as Vice Chair of the Toronto Public Library Board.

In addition to the CFC Board of Directors, Jaye currently sits on the city's Executive Committee, Striking Committee, the Art Gallery of Ontario Board and the City Theatres Nominating Panel. Since 2010, she has served on four of the city's Standing Committees.

Jaye lives in Ward 25 – Don Valley West with her husband, three boys and dog, Scout.