The Future of Downsview West
Explore our vision, character areas, and planning process.
The Vision of Downsview West
An emerging neighbourhood is on the horizon with a vision to be an evolving ecosystem that reflects Toronto’s distinctive diversity. The Downsview West development seeks to invite the community to explore, work, thrive and innovate together. With years of ongoing community engagement that has driven the process to develop the area’s District Plan, Downsview West will explore new opportunities for spaces that honour Indigenous culture throughout the district, while incorporating sustainability best practices and supporting an improved overall community cohesion with new employment opportunities.
Canada Lands is proud to lead the development at Downsview West that will also introduce new housing options – with a target of 20% dedicated to affordable housing units, the introduction of a new Toronto District School Board elementary school, and more community services and facilities to support the evolving needs of the community.
District Neighbourhoods
The northern gateway to the District embraces the Downsview Park TTC & GO Station and defines the skyline with the District’s tallest buildings
Bringing together nature, culture, and a re-imagined Depot building
A neighbourhood with a unique residential character, with green mid-block connections that bring communities together in an intimate shared space
The District’s south end is anchored by re-purposed buildings along Carl Hall Road and beloved Downsview Park, blending old and new
Planning Process
The Downsview West District is an emerging neighbourhood bordered by Sheppard Avenue West to the west and north, the Metrolinx Barrie GO rail line to the east, and Carl Hall Road to the south. At about 30 hectares (74 acres) in size, Downsview West is home to the Downsview Park TTC and GO Transit Station, as well as the Supply Depot – a large warehouse that currently hosts the Merchants’ Market, film studios, and much more. The District also benefits from the outstanding natural and recreational amenities available right next door at Downsview Park and the Aerospace Hub and Sports Zone.
Planning Process
The Downsview West District is an emerging neighbourhood bordered by Sheppard Avenue West to the west and north, the Metrolinx Barrie GO rail line to the east, and Carl Hall Road to the south. At about 30 hectares (74 acres) in size, Downsview West is home to the Downsview Park TTC and GO Transit Station, as well as the Supply Depot – a large warehouse that currently hosts the Merchants’ Market, film studios, and much more. The District also benefits from the outstanding natural and recreational amenities available right next door at Downsview Park and the Aerospace Hub and Sports Zone.
Steps in the District Planning Process
Our milestones, from drafts to design
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