The Etobicoke Centre Public Space and Streetscape Plan was prepared to create a framework that would bring coherence to an area with a very disjointed arrangement of streets, streetscapes, and open spaces. A proposed reconfiguration of a series of interchanges at the centre's core opened possibilities for a new approach to public realm improvements. Unifying and enhancing the unique sense of place, greening through aggressive tree planting, prioritizing the pedestrian experience, and improving connectivity between the districts were key elements of the project.
This Plan was designed and prepared for several audiences, including land owners and developers looking to understand what is expected from them when they come forward with a project, City staff reviewing development applications and planning future improvements, and the general public seeking to understand the vision for the area.
This Plan presents an exciting yet practical framework to unify the Centre, celebrate its unique and diverse areas, help guide redevelopment projects, and identify future capital projects.
