A group of new parks is coming to the Six Points neighbourhood in Etobicoke-Lakeshore. The new parks will include Etobicoke City Centre Park (5,500 m2, a bit larger than 12 basketball courts), Dunkip Park (2,210 m2, about the size of a mini soccer field), and an expansion of the existing Six Points Park (1,600 m2, a bit larger than three NBA basketball courts). A fourth new park, referred to as Linear Park (2,708 m2, about the size of a baseball diamond), will be converted into parkland in the future. These new parks are part of the City’s Parkland Strategy.
A Park District Vision and Plan will be developed to act as a framework for the future design of each park. Visit the Project Timelines section to learn about the different timelines for each park project
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The timeline is subject to change.
The timeline for these park projects will be determined at a later date.
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This project has been classified as a Collaborate project based on the International Association of Public Participation Spectrum. This means we aim to partner with the public, stakeholders and rightsholders in each aspect of the design process, including the development of design options and the identification of a preferred design.
This project has a Community Advisory Committee (CAC) made up of representatives of the Six Points community. The CAC’s mandate is to provide a forum for feedback, guidance and advice to the project team at key decision points during the community engagement process. The CAC will meet once per phase of the project. The CAC is not a decision-making body and does not speak on behalf of the entire community.
This project has an Indigenous Advisory Circle (IAC) made up of the city’s Urban Indigenous population. The IAC’s goal is to inform Indigenous placekeeping opportunities and provide feedback and guidance on the overall design. The IAC will meet once per phase of the project. The IAC is not a decision-making body and does not speak on behalf of the entire community or the city’s Urban Indigenous population.
This phase of the community engagement process started in summer 2022 and included stakeholder mapping, online surveys, and meetings with Parks staff, Urban Indigenous groups, and the Mississaugas of the Credit First Nation (MCFN).
The phase outcomes included:
A vision is co-created with the community to describe the ideal future park or facility. It is a big-picture statement that should inspire everyone toward a common understanding of the project’s overall goals and objectives.
The vision statement for this project is:
The Six Points Park District will serve as an inclusive green haven, capturing the community’s essence as a place that honours local heritage, embraces cultural experiences and fosters collective aspirations for the future. This new park district will be the result of thoughtful collaboration with local community members and careful application of accessibility design standards and will provide comfortable safe spaces for the community to gather and connect.
By incorporating sustainable design and Indigenous placekeeping and placemaking, the Six Points Park District will blossom into a network of vibrant green spaces where diverse groups of all ages can convene, enjoy the outdoors, forge connections and flourish year-round.
The guiding principles are high-level directions that reflect the community’s most important values and ideas for how the park or facility should look and feel. They help to clarify the vision statement and guide how the park should be designed by describing desired outcomes.
From May 12 to May 28, community members could apply to be on the CAC, which will act as an advisory body for the development of the Parks District Plan and park designs. They will also review and discuss key project elements and share project information with their networks and communities.
From July 13 to August 10, Indigenous members living in Toronto could apply to be on the IAC. The IAC will act as an advisory body for the development of the Parks District Plan and park designs, as well as placekeeping elements proposed for the parks. They will also review and discuss key project elements and share project information with their networks and communities.
From November 4 to November 18, an online survey was available to collect thoughts on the amenities and features for the new parks.
Download the November 2022 survey summary.
From June 15 to July 1, an online interactive thought exchange activity was available to collect community insight on the new parks coming to the Six Points neighbourhood. The survey received 1,661 responses and was promoted using targeted social media advertising, signage at the future park site, and this page. The feedback will help inform the development of the draft design options for the park district.
Download the June 2022 thought exchange activity summary.
In this phase of the community engagement process, the City worked with residents and stakeholders to define an overall vision for the Park District Plan and guiding principles which will guide the development of design options for Six Points Park Expansion and Dunkip Park.
The phase outcomes included:
The draft vision statement and draft guiding principles were shared with the community for feedback in this phase and no additional revisions or changes were made. Visit Community Engagement Phase 1 for more information.
On August 30, 2023, a virtual workshop took place where feedback and insights on the Draft Six Points Park District Plan and preliminary programming options for the new parks was collected. Feedback was also collected on the draft guiding principles and vision statement for the new park district.
On August 17, 2023, the project team met with members of the IAC to share background information about the new park district and parks district plan and to collect feedback on the draft district plan, preliminary program options and potential Indigenous placekeeping opportunities for the new parks.
Download the August 17, 2023 IAC meeting summary.
On June 14, the project team met with members of the CAC to share background information about the new park district and parks district plan and collect ideas and insight about the area to inform the vision, guiding principles and potential park programming for the new park district.
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In this phase of the community engagement process, the City and its design consultant created a draft Park District Plan and developed design options for Six Points Park Expansion and Dunkip Park. The design options were presented to the community for feedback to help inform the development of a preferred design for each park.
The phase outcomes included the completion of the draft Park District Plan and the selection of a preferred design for Six Points Park Expansion and for Dunkip Park.
A Park District Plan is a strategic plan that outlines the design, layout and development of public park(s) within a specific area, considering community needs, sustainability and recreational features.
Design Option 1 includes a small off-leash area (OLA) with play features (1,000 m2 maximum).
Design Option 2 includes passive activities, an outdoor fitness area and table tennis with an abundance of green spaces.
Design Option 1 includes a linear plaza area with skateable seating.
Design Option 2 includes two gathering areas and a historic Dundas Street marker, as well as a separate small skate area.
On November 16, the project team hosted a virtual workshop to collect feedback on the revised Draft Park District Plan and design options for Dunkip Park and Six Points Park Expansion.
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From November 20 to December 4, an online survey collected feedback on the design options and revised draft Park District Plan for the new Six Points Park District.
Download the November 2023 survey summary.
On October 17, the project team met with members of the IAC to summarize what we heard to date from the first IAC and review and confirm the draft Six Points Park District Plan, and present preliminary concept design options for two parks at Six Points, Six Points Expansion and Dunkip Park. The Project Team also advanced conversations with the IAC regarding Indigenous placekeeping in the new park district.
Download the October 17, 2023 IAC meeting summary.
On October 18, the project team met with members of the CAC to summarize what we heard to date and from CAC meetings 1 and 2, review and confirm the draft Six Points Park District Plan, and present preliminary concept design options for two parks at Six Points, Six Points Expansion and Dunkip Park.
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On August 14, the project team met with members of the CAC to validate goals and guiding principles for the draft District Plan, and share preliminary park programming options for the new park district.
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In this phase of the community engagement process, the City will share a final Park District Plan and preferred design option for Six Points Park Expansion and for Dunkip Park with the community. Once the preferred designs are confirmed, the project will move into the detailed design phase, where the design team will finalize the designs by working through the technical details and drawings for the construction contractor.
The anticipated outcomes of this phase is a final Park District Plan and preferred design for Six Points Park Expansion and for Dunkip Park.
The Six Points Final Park District Plan is a strategic plan for the district that was developed to balance programs and amenities identified through community engagement and analysis of immediate and long-term needs and goals of the neighbourhood. The plan follows the overarching principles of diversity and inclusivity, integrated ecology and sustainability, community building, accessibility, comfort and safety to establish a comprehensive plan for future implementation.
The plan includes:
Key changes since the Draft District Plan include:
The plan includes:
Key changes since the Draft District Plan include:
The plan includes:
Key changes since the Draft District Plan include:
The plan includes:
Key changes since the Draft District Plan include:
The preferred design for Dunkip Park integrates both passive and active uses, creating a cohesive space that caters to various activities. A linear walkway serves as a functional and aesthetic spine, connecting two distinct gathering areas, which are defined by unique paving patterns and seating arrangements. For skate users, a designated area of 190m² is allocated for skateboarding. Landscaped berms, which double as protective buffers from street noise and traffic border the edge of the space. Celebrating the local heritage, an Indigenous cultural garden complete with interpretive signage offers an educational experience. Moreover, the park’s history is commemorated through an embedded heritage marker, with paving that outlines the former Dundas Street alignment, connecting visitors with the former street layout of the area.
The preferred design for Six Points Park Expansion prioritizes passive and quieter activities. The design features an extra-small off-leash area (OLA) that spans 230m², providing a dedicated space for dogs. There is also an accessible community gathering area that encourages social interaction among residents. The potential for expanding the OLA is indicated by a grey dashed line, suggesting future development possibilities if budget permits. The park design includes abundant green spaces that serve as a buffer to the surrounding streets, creating a green oasis. Additionally, an Indigenous cultural garden zone is marked with an interpretive sign, acknowledging and honoring the area’s cultural heritage.
On March 7, the third Six Points Public Workshop took place virtually to share the Final Park District Plan and Preferred Design Option for Dunkip Park and Six Points Park Expansion with community members.
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On March 4, the fourth Six Points CAC meeting took place virtually to share the Final Park District Plan and Preferred Design Option for Dunkip Park and Six Points Park Expansion with CAC members.
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On February 29, 2024, the third Six Points IAC took place virtually to share an updated Indigenous Placekeeping proposal with members, and the Final Park District Plan, as well as the Preferred Design Option for Dunkip Park and Six Points Park Expansion.
Download the February 29, 2024 IAC presentation.
The new parks are a result of the recently-completed Six Points Interchange Reconfiguration project which realigned several roads, including Kipling Avenue, Bloor Street West and Dundas Street West. The road reconfiguration has created four new park sites and several new development areas. The parks will surround the new Etobicoke Civic Centre and Civic Plaza, which is a separate project that is not within the scope of this project.
This project has two goals. The first goal is to create an overall Park District Vision and Plan for all four new park sites which will act as a framework for the future design of each park. The second goal will focus on the design and construction of Six Points Park Expansion and Dunkip Park.
The Park District Vision and Plan and new park designs will be informed by stakeholder and community engagement. The names for each park are not final and are subject to change at a later date.
Programming in the new parks may include:
