🏙 Square Footage: Twin Gerrard-Carlaw TOCs to Deliver 2,300+ New Homes on Future Ontario Line Hub

Toronto’s Riverdale neighbourhood is poised for transformation as the Province of Ontario advances two major transit-oriented community (TOC) proposals at the future Gerrard Station. The developments – Gerrard-Carlaw North and Gerrard-Carlaw South – will bring thousands of new homes, expanded retail and office space, community amenities, and a modern transit connection point linking TTC streetcar, bus, and subway service along the Ontario Line.

Gerrard-Carlaw South: Housing, Jobs, and Heritage Preservation

Located at 388 Carlaw Avenue and 10 Dickens Street, the Gerrard-Carlaw South TOC is set to deliver:

• 1,300 new residential units, including affordable housing options.

• 30% of units designed as 2- or 3-bedroom homes, suitable for families.

• 13,000+ m² of new office, retail, and commercial space, creating ~460 jobs.

• 1,450+ bicycle parking spaces to promote active transportation.

• Communal indoor and outdoor amenity spaces for improved livability.

• Heritage preservation, retaining the original façade of 388 Carlaw and its historic smokestacks.

• Sustainability measures, including green roofs and adherence to the Toronto Green Standard.

The project will be structurally integrated with the future Gerrard Station, providing direct connections to multiple transit modes and improved pedestrian access to the surrounding area.

Gerrard-Carlaw North: Parkland, Retail, and a New Community Street

On the northeast corner of Gerrard Street and Carlaw Avenue, the Gerrard-Carlaw North TOC aims to provide:

• 1,080 residential units, with a mix of affordable and family-oriented homes.

• A new grocery store, along with retail and community amenities.

• 225 new jobs, supported by office and commercial spaces.

• 7,810 m² of new public space, including nearly one acre of dedicated parkland.

• A new public street connecting Pape Avenue to Carlaw Avenue, improving mobility for pedestrians and vehicles.

• Over 1,000 bicycle parking spaces, supporting sustainable transportation.

The proposal is designed as a complete community, with green space, shopping, and transit all within walking distance.

A Twin-Site Transit Hub for Riverdale

Together, the North and South TOCs would add:

• 2,380+ new homes within steps of the future Ontario Line station.

• 685+ jobs, driving local economic activity.

• Expanded public parks, plazas, and cycling infrastructure, enhancing walkability.

• Direct transit access, linking Riverdale to downtown Toronto and surrounding communities via subway, bus, and streetcar service.

The Province of Ontario continues to engage with residents. The second virtual open house for Gerrard-Carlaw South was held on September 26, 2024, focusing on zoning changes, heritage preservation, and urban design integration. Planning applications for both sites are under review with the City of Toronto.

Quick Facts: Gerrard-Carlaw TOCs

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