Shootout in Toronto: "The city has a gun problem," says Mayor

I have said before: guns are a problem in Toronto and are too easily accessible said the mayor at City Hall Monday morning. Too many people have guns in this city, people who should not own them.

He wants to demand a meeting as soon as possible with the provincial and federal governments to discuss security issues Torontonians, including Firearms.

Armed violence, no matter where in the city, is horrible and completely unacceptable.

The City Council meeting, which was to be held in the morning, was postponed to 14 hours out of respect for the victims and their families.

Reactions of Politicians

Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau shared his condolences in a message on his Twitter account.

My thoughts are with those affected by the tragedy that took place last night on Danforth Avenue. I wish a speedy recovery to the wounded. Torontonians are strong, resilient and courageous, and we will support them in this difficult time.

NDP Leader in Ottawa Jagmeet Singh wrote that her " heart bleeds for Toronto. "

" I am appalled by the news coming from Danforth, "he added. Our hearts are turning to those affected by this terrible shooting and to all first responders after this tragic violence.

Ralph Goodale, Minister of Public Safety and Emergency Preparedness in Ontario, also thanked the first responders for a tragic night

Several Quebec politicians expressed their solidarity with their Ontario colleagues as well victims

"A terrible attack occurred last night in Toronto; a gesture of violence that we must jointly condemn and denounce, notably tweeted Prime Minister Philippe Couillard. My thoughts are with the victims, the wounded and their loved ones. We are wholeheartedly with Torontonians, our friends and our neighbors.

Reactions to Queen's Park

A minute of silence was observed at Queen's Park for the victims of the shooting

Ontario Premier Doug Ford spoke in the House of Commons recall the facts of the evening, adding that he would continue to monitor the situation closely

We have always believed that Toronto was a safe city. Today, for too many people, this trust is shaken.

Toronto-Danforth MPP Peter Tabuns shared his condolences in a news release. "Today, my community struggles to try to make sense of this inexplicable violence on our doorstep. Danforth is our home. I know there is a strong, caring community here that will stay together and heal together. "

NDP Chief Andrea Horwath sends her thoughts to the victims and their families and salutes the first responders, paramedics, police and hospital staff. We live in a province where violence will never be tolerated. This tragedy does not reflect Toronto and is not characteristic of our province. Danforth is a vibrant neighborhood united by diversity and understanding. I know that families will help each other, support each other and rebuild after this horrible event. Ontario will be with them every step of the way.

More than 220 shootings in Toronto

Since the beginning of the year, there has been more 220 shots in Toronto killed at least 27 people.