Take the online survey to learn more and provide feedback on recommendations to improve access and circulation in Trinity Bellwoods Park. The survey closes on March 5.
Trinity Bellwoods Park is a popular destination for relaxing, exercising and socializing, as well as a central route for walkers and cyclists. The City is conducting a study to assess the park’s pathways and entrances and consider how to improve functionality, connectivity, accessibility and the overall experience of navigating the park.
Through site analysis and community and stakeholder engagement, the Study will explore short-, medium- and long-term recommendations to enhance access and circulation while protecting the park’s natural environment. These recommendations will guide future pathway and entrance improvement projects, which will be delivered in phases after the Study is completed.
The timeline is subject to change.
Take the survey to help shape new improvements to access and circulation in Trinity Bellwoods Park by sharing your thoughts on recommendations. The project team will use this community feedback to develop the final study.
The survey results will be shared on this page.
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This project has been classified as an Involve project based on the International Association for Public Participation Spectrum. This means the City works directly with the public, stakeholders and rightsholders throughout the process to ensure that ideas and aspirations are understood and considered in the study.
This project has a Community Advisory Committee (CAC) made up of both representatives from key stakeholder groups and residents that represent the demographics of the overall 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 met approximately three times over the course of the project. The CAC is not a decision-making body and does not speak on behalf of the entire community.
The CAC is comprised of 21 members that worked with the project team to:
Members of the CAC include representatives of the following organizations:
Hi I’m Carolyn, a patron of the park for over 25 years and I have experienced much enjoyment and change in this time. My kid grew up in playground, I met longtime neighbourhood friends there and got involved with the Friends of TB Park. The latter led me to give back to the park as co-founder of the farmers’ market – 2026 in its 20th year! Being a stakeholder on CAC I can contribute towards sustaining the park in a meaningful way that I hope is effective. I love the park it is the jewel of city and truly needs to be treated as such.
Hi, I am Dave. I spend a lot of time chasing my kids through Trinity Bellwoods, whether on foot, scooter or bicycle. I joined the Community Advisory Committee because I care about keeping the neighbourhood fun, friendly, and safe.
I’m Deborah and newly arrived in Toronto. I’m a psychotherapist and keenly aware that community engagement and nature are pillars of well being. I’m thrilled to work alongside neighbours to improve mobility in our beloved park.
Park lover.
Hi! I’m Khasir. I’ve lived in the Trinity Bellwoods neighbourhood for over four years. I regularly visit the park and I think it’s really important that our urban spaces reflect our needs. I’m glad that the CAC has given me the opportunity to help improve the park!
I am a disabled person living in Toronto. I frequent Trinity Bellwods whenever possible. I am not mobile so this upgrade will be great for me as a citizen.
I’m Mehek – I lead social behaviour change initiatives with a special interest in participatory community engagement practices. As a new immigrant (though previously a student and visitor for many years), I now live in the Queen West area with Trinity Bellwoods Park playing a key role in shaping my sense of a new home here in Toronto. I care deeply about spaces that connect people and I believe being a member of the CAC serves as an excellent way to demonstrate my civic responsibility to co-envisioning improvements to spaces and experiences we all share.
Hi, my name is Paul. Trinity Bellwoods has always had a special place in my heart, from growing up going to the church at the SE corner to now spending time with my friends on a nice summer day. As someone who is also passionate about urban design I joined the CAC so that the future of the parks paths has some thought put into it and we can be proud of the changes made.
Hello, my name is Sean and I’ve lived around the Trinity Bellwoods community for the last 10 years. It is where I start and end my long walks around the city and is one of my favourite places to just unwind, listen to music and people watch after a long day. I wanted the opportunity to voice both my opinion, and those I know in the community, to help shape the future of the park so it can be enjoyed by a diverse group of people for years to come.
Hi my name is Steve. I have been part of the staff team at LOFT Community Services (JOHN Gibson House) for 29 years. I joined the Community Advisory Committee to support the 50 seniors plus staff that live or spend time in this park. I also enjoy my time at this park and look forward to assisting with accessibility and overall best practices of this wonderful community space for all.
I’m the Executive Director of the Toronto Downtown Fastpitch League (TDFL), which is a softball league for transgender, non-binary, and women fastpitch players. We play at Trinity Bellwoods every Tuesday night from May to September. I joined the CAC to help improve the shared use of TB park, to promote equitable design and use, and to connect with other members of the Trinity Bellwoods community.
I moved to the area a few years ago and Trinity Bellwoods fast became a staple part of my life in the neighborhood. I joined the Community Advisory Committee because I feel strongly that the park should remain a space that works for everyone and I was eager to get involved however I could with community-focused projects like this.
My name is Zenon, I have lived in the Trinity Bellwoods Park neighbourhood and enjoyed the park all of my life. I have seen many changes and joined the Community Advisory Committee to contribute what I have learned to help improve the park as it continues to evolve.
In this phase, the City gathered feedback from community members, the Community Advisory Committee and stakeholders on their experiences with the park’s entrances and pathways, as well as suggestions for improvement.
This input, along with findings from a public life study and a detailed site analysis of the park, will inform draft recommendations for access and circulation improvements, which will be shared in Community Engagement Phase 2.
The community engagement activities anticipated in this phase include:
The City conducted a public life study to observe real patterns of activity and understand how people use the park’s pathway network. The study documented activity on both weekdays and weekends, providing observations on how busy different areas are and offering insights into improvements for pathways, entrances, and overall movement within the park. The final report is available through this website and includes study team reflections to inform draft recommendations on access and circulation.
Download the May/July 2025 Public Life Study report.
On September 18, the project team presented to the City’s Parks and Recreation Community Disability Steering Committee to receive feedback on how to make the Trinity Bellwoods Park Access and Circulation Study more fair, equitable and accessible. Its members represent a range of disabilities, either through lived experience or through leadership and advocacy within the disability community, along with diverse cultural and racial identities.
On July 17, the Community Advisory Committee met to learn about the project and share feedback on what is working, what is not working and areas for improvement to inform study recommendations.
On June 18, the Community Advisory Committee met to learn more about the project, their role and the community engagement process for the study.
From April 15 to May 9, community members could apply to join the Community Advisory Committee. The Committee will provide feedback, guidance and advice to the project team at key decision points during the community engagement process.
From April 15 to May 4, an interactive map on Social Pinpoint allowed participants to drop pins and leave comments on precise locations within the Study Area. The project team collected feedback about what is and is not working, areas of concern and suggestions for improvements. The map received 789 pins from 205 participants and 3,929 comment ratings.
Community feedback was grouped into six zones based on the locations where markers were placed, providing insights into how visitors interact with different areas of the park.
This area received a total of 91 comments. Participants appreciated shared-use paths and recent upgrades, highlighting the new Bike Share station on Crawford Street as a welcome addition.
Challenges identified include:
Suggested improvements include:
This area received a total of 110 comments. Participants noted that the park entrance is welcoming, with a wide, well-paved path and pleasant views that enhance the experience. The natural, unstructured green space with mature trees is highly valued.
Challenges identified include:
Suggested improvements include:
This area received a total of 116 comments. Participants emphasized the importance of the area’s natural and cultural features, noting the eastern hill of the dog bowl as a favourite spot for sledding and relaxing, the dog bowl as a valued off-leash area, John Gibson House as a cherished landmark, and the surrounding green space as essential.
Challenges identified include:
Suggested improvements include:
This area received a total of 92 comments. Participants highlighted the value of active transportation and connectivity through the park, especially the cycling route from Lobb Avenue to Strachan Avenue, as essential features to preserve. Side entrances and smaller paths were also appreciated for improving access and offering alternatives to crowded areas.
Challenges identified include:
Suggested improvements include:
This area received a total of 309 comments. Participants highlighted the main south entrance and historic gates as highly valued, with support for preserving them and enhancing surrounding greenery. Shared, multi-use paths were also appreciated. The eastern and southeastern edges of the park were noted as enjoyable walking areas.
Challenges identified include:
Suggested improvements include:
This area received a total of 71 comments. Participants appreciated the northeast section of the park as a quiet corner offering peaceful retreats and a sense of escape within the city. The northeast entrance is valued for being calm and less crowded.
Challenges identified include:
Suggested improvements include:
From April 15 to May 9, community members could apply to join the Community Advisory Committee. The Committee will provide feedback, guidance and advice to the project team at key decision points during the community engagement process.
In this phase, the City will build on the outcomes of Community Engagement Phase 1 by sharing draft recommendations for park access and circulation improvements with the community, Community Advisory Committee and stakeholders for feedback.
This input, along with technical and feasibility considerations, will help refine the recommendations, which will be shared in Community Engagement Phase 3 in the final report.
The community engagement activities anticipated in this phase include:
On December 10, the Community Advisory Committee met to review and provide feedback on the draft recommendations for access and circulation improvements.
Download the December 2025 Community Advisory Committee meeting summary.
In this phase, the City will share the refined recommendations for park access and circulation improvements in a final report on this page and through the project mailing list. These recommendations will guide future pathway and entrance improvement projects, which will be implemented in phases based on priority and available funding after the Study is completed.
The study area is Trinity Bellwoods Park, bounded by Dundas Street West to the north, Queen Street West to the south, Gore Vale Avenue to the east and Crawford Street to the west. In the northwest section of the park, the boundary extends further west to Shaw Street.
The study area boundaries may be subject to change as City staff obtain input through the community engagement process.
Trinity Bellwoods Park is one of Toronto’s most well-used and recognizable parks. With open lawns, mature trees, recreational amenities and vibrant community events like the farmers’ market, it attracts visitors from nearby neighbourhoods and across the city. The park is also well-connected to major transit and cycling routes.
As the number of visitors and activities has grown, concerns about access and movement within the park have become more noticeable. During a community safety walk and public meeting in 2024, residents raised issues with the existing pathway network and called for improvements.
In response, the City launched a study to assess current challenges and develop a long-term plan to improve access and circulation, while protecting the park’s natural and heritage features. Funding was approved in the 2025 City budget, and a design team has been hired to lead the work. The study will also explore opportunities to improve wayfinding and signage, address maintenance and operations challenges, and balance the needs of the park’s many users and events.
Public and stakeholder feedback, along with technical analysis, will guide the development of recommendations and an implementation strategy that considers cost, feasibility and long-term sustainability.