The City is conducting a study to assess the potential of more effectively using the interior public-facing areas of its primary Civic Centres (City Hall, East York Civic Centre, Metro Hall, North York Civic Centre, Scarborough Civic Centre and Etobicoke Civic Centre – New Build).
The study will identify opportunities to:
Public engagement is an important part of this process. From May to October 2025, the City will consult community organizations, Indigenous communities, and the broader public, to help better utilize these spaces.
The engagement process will include two phases of engagement.
Focus on helping the City understand the opportunities audiences would like to see explored through this work. It will include:
Focus on sharing and seeking feedback on the Draft Strategic Plan. It will include:
The Civic Centres Opportunities Study is being led by the City’s Corporate Real Estate Management team, with support from two consultancy firms:
Saturday, June 7, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Pinoy Fiesta & Trade Show, Albert Campbell Square, 150 Borough Drive
Sunday, June 8, 12 to 5 p.m.
Taste of North York, Mel Lastman Square, 5100 Yonge Street
Wednesday, June 11, 11a.m. to 2 p.m.
Nathan Phillips Square, 100 Queen St W (Corner of Queen Street and Bay Street)
Saturday, June 14, 5 to 9 p.m.
Island Eats Food & Travel Festival
Wednesday, June 18, 3 to 6 p.m.
Nathan Phillips Square, 100 Queen St W (Corner of Queen Street and Bay Street)
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