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Project Update

Notice of Completion
The City of Toronto has completed a Municipal Class Environmental Assessment (EA) study to identify measures to treat stormwater run-off that drains from the Don Valley Parkway (DVP) into the Don River. The study area spans from the Gardiner Expressway to the junction of the East Don River and Taylor-Massey Creek. The aim of the project is to improve water quality in the Lower Don River.

View the Notice of Completion (PDF)

A copy of the Project File document is available for public review at the following locations:

S. Walter Stewart Library
170 Memorial Park Avenue
Tel: 416-396-3975

Leaside Library
165 McRae Dr.
Tel: 416-396-3835

You can also download Project File in PDF format:

• City of Toronto, Don Valley Parkway Stormwater Management Project, Schedule B Class Environmental Assessment Project File (PDF - 9.3 MB)
• Appendix A - Public and Agency Consultation (PDF - 9.9 MB)
• Appendix B Natural Environment Report (PDF - 2.4 MB)
• Appendix C Landfill and Snow Disposal Assessment and Groundwater Quality Investigation (PDF - 2.3 MB)
• Appendix D Geotechnical Investigation (PDF - 1 3 MB)
• Appendix E Archaeological Resource and Cultural Heritage Resource Assessment Report (PDF - 2.9 MB))

The Study
The City of Toronto has initiated a Municipal Class Environmental Assessment (EA) study for proposed stormwater management measures along the Don Valley Parkway to enhance road runoff from the DVP before draining to the Don River. The study area spans from the Gardiner Expressway to the junction of the East Don River Tributary and Taylor-Massey Creek.

Study area map
View the study area (PDF)
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Background
Stormwater is runoff from rain or melting snow. As it flows over roads, such as the DVP, it picks up dirt, oil, salt and other pollutants that eventually end up in the Don River.

Study Purpose
The purpose of this study is to improve the Don River’s water quality through enhanced stormwater management controls for drainage from the Don Valley Parkway and ensure compatibility with the natural ecosystem.

The Process
The study is being undertaken in accordance with the planning and design process for ‘Schedule B’ projects as outlined in the Municipal Engineers Association Municipal Class EA process (October 2000, as amended in 2007).

The process requires public and review agency consultation, an evaluation of alternative solutions, and the identification of ways to reduce any adverse impacts from the work.

Involving the Public

Public Open House # 1
A Public Open House was held on June 17, 2008. View the Open House Notice, displays and information:

• Notice (PDF)
• Displays (PDF)
• Natural Environment Map 1 | Map 2 (PDF)
• Storm Drainage Map 1 | Map 2 (PDF)
• Comment Sheet (PDF)

Public Meeting and Open House # 2
A Public Meeting and Open House was held on December 9, 2008 to present information on the work completed to date, the study recommendations and the next steps. View the notice, displays and information:

• Notice (PDF)
• Agenda (PDF)
• Presentation (PDF)
• Displays (PDF)
• Natural Environment – Existing Conditions
  Map 1 (11 MB) | Map 2 (11 MB) (PDF)
• Storm Drainage – Existing Conditions
  Map 1 (11 MB) | Map 2 (11 MB) (PDF)
• Comment Sheet (PDF) (Note: comments will be accepted until December 23, 2008)
• Summary Notes (PDF) from Dec 9, 2008 Question & Answer Period

Contact us
If you have any comments, concerns or know of any aspects that should be considered in this study please advise us. If you were unable to attend the Public Meeting and Open Houses but would like more information, or if you would like to be added to the study mailing list, please contact:

Cheryl Dow
Senior Public Consultation Co-ordinator
Public Consultation Unit
City of Toronto, Metro Hall, 19th Floor
55 John Street, Toronto, Ontario M5V 3C6
Tel: 416-392-4312
Fax: 416-392-2974
Email: cdow@toronto.ca
24 Hour Comment Line: 416-397-7777
TTY: 416-397-0831