August 20, 2025
Posted by SVRA
Stage 1 of the pilot Avenues Project is under way, and the Federation of South Toronto Residents’ Associations (FoSTRA) is looking for Ward 11 members to participate. The plan is to have residents’ groups, BIA representatives and other community groups actively involved in the Avenues pilot.
Don Young, Ward 11 FoSTRA Director, reports that staff leading the Avenues Policy Review approached FOSTRA, believing that members have an understanding of the project, and may be willing to consider the issues over the summer and into the fall.
The Avenues Initiative is a key component of Toronto’s Housing Action Plan 2022–2026, aimed at facilitating residential growth along major corridors known as “Avenues.” These corridors, including Bathurst, Dupont and Chrisitie, are identified in the city's Official Plan as areas suitable for midrise, mixed-use development that support transit, walkability and local amenities.
Stage 1 of the Avenues pilot project is meant to evaluate and refine the process, including the work plan, consultation strategy, and criteria for redesignation and rezoning. The study will conclude late in 2025. Wards 9 and 11 were selected due to continuous stretches of Avenues in them, and proximity to several Major Transit Station Areas (MTSAs).
Any Ward 11 FoSTRA members in Ward 11 who would like to participate should contact Don Young directly: