City Council has approved the installation of eglintonTOday Complete Street Project on Eglinton Avenue West between Bicknell Avenue and Mount Pleasant Road. The Staff report is available at IE13.2.
In 2014 City Council approved the Eglinton Connects Planning Study which articulated the long-term vision for Eglinton Avenue following the introduction of the Eglinton Crosstown LRT. Eglinton Connects envisioned a complete street and was based on three integrated themes of Travelling Eglinton, Greening Eglinton and Building Eglinton.
The eglintonTOday Complete Street project is an interim strategy that will achieve elements of the Eglinton Connects Vision and aims to make travel on Eglinton Avenue safer, more inviting, and attractive for everyone.
Complete street features will include bikeways and public realm upgrades on Eglinton Avenue between Bicknell Avenue (west of Keele Street) and Mount Pleasant Road, by reassigning the existing road space to accommodate vehicular traffic, parking, bikeways, seasonal patio extensions, art installations and other neighbourhood and cultural events.
This work is being coordinated with the Eglinton Crosstown station design and construction currently being delivered by Metrolinx.
News and Updates
Eglinton / Allen Operational Improvements
The City reaffirmed its commitment to improving operations at Eglinton / Allen through the recent Member Motion MM26.12 presented by Councillor Colle and Councillor Matlow.
Of the preliminary study of options already conducted to improve Eglinton / Allen traffic congestion, the quickest changes including signal hardware to support timing changes have already been implemented resulting in some minor improvements to traffic flow.
Medium-scale adjustments such as relocation of crosswalks revealed negative impacts that did not justify implementation. Large scale adjustments involving more significant intersection redesign and changes to the ramps require significant work and will comprise the work that Council directed in the Member Motion above.
In response to community request for urgent, short-term action to address the impact of Eglinton / Allen traffic congestion on residential streets, the City is preparing to support the community in exploring changes to local street traffic patterns to minimize cut-through traffic. Further information on participating in upcoming community meetings to discuss options will be shared via mailed notification and a follow up e-newsletter.
Continuing Installation of the eglintonTOday Complete Street in 2025
The remainder of the Complete Street project from Bicknell Ave (just west of Keele Street) to Mount Pleasant Road is expected to be installed in 2025 along with the resurfacing of the roadway.
The timeline for the installation of the Complete Street in the areas most impacted by Eglinton / Allen traffic congestion is still to be determined.
Consultation for Phase 2 of the eglintonTOday Complete Street from Mount Pleasant Road to Brentcliffe Road will be forthcoming in 2025.
Installed: Chaplin Crescent to Avenue Road
Complete Street Installation Segment
Working closely with the Eglinton Way BIA, the first new segment of the eglintonTOday Complete Street project was installed between Chaplin Crescent (just east of Spadina Avenue) and Avenue Road in fall 2024, including sidewalk repairs, the introduction of bikeways, and new 24/7 parking. This new segment connects with the existing cycling infrastructure built by Metrolinx stretching east of Avenue Road to Yonge Street, creating approximately 1.5 km of continuous cycling infrastructure.
When a complete street, including bikeways are implemented, the existing roadway width gets reallocated to maximize all needs including through traffic, turning traffic, cycling traffic, transit stops, CaféTO, parking, loading and accessibility.
In Eglinton Way, there were previously 87 curbside parking spots available during off-peak travel times only. With the Complete Street there are 77 full-day on-street parking spots and three accessible loading areas including platforms that will be added in spring 2025.
On-street Parking Lane Widths
The previous off-peak parking used a full 3.5m travel lane leaving over 1.5 metres to open the driver side door and exit vehicles when pulled over to the curb.
Eglinton Way now reflects the City standard for parking lane widths of 2 metres. There is a buffer on the passenger side to ensure that people cycling are not hit by opening doors, and on the driver side, it is advised to wait for a break in traffic to exit. This interaction also helps reinforce the slowing down of traffic.
Loading along Eglinton Way
There are several informal loading areas marked with hatching (diagonal lines on road) on the approach endof each block. Parking is not allowed in these locations, but active loading of passengers or merchandise may occur. Please use four-way flashersor an “On Delivery” sign on the dash to indicate that you are actively loading to avoid receiving a ticket.
The orientation of the vehicle lanes is a noticeable change to the experience of people driving on a complete street. Where previously there were two wide straight vehicle lanes running throughout the neighbourhood which can encourage speeding, the new orientation both slows traffic so that drivers are more aware making it safer for all road users, and makes room for turn lanes where necessary to maximize traffic flow and provides full-day parking for local businesses.
Common Questions
Provincial Bill 212 “Reducing Gridlocak, Saving you Time Act
The tender for the eglintonTOday Complete Street project was awarded in 2024 and according to Bill 212 will proceed for installation as planned.
Rationale for Changes
Eglinton Connects is a vision for a vibrant, green, connected Eglinton Avenue that has been in planning for over 10 years. This Council directive included investment in the Eglinton Crosstown Light Rail Transit (ECLRT) which is near completion and will connect 19km of Eglinton Avenue with modern efficient transit, and a complete street design including bikeways and enhanced public realm to support ongoing growth and development in the area.
Achieving the Eglinton Connects plan involves a widening of the boulevard that will be accomplished over decades as new developments are built and set back further from the roadway. In the meantime, Council directed Transportation Services to develop a plan to expedite the introduction of key elements of the complete street including bikeways to align with the opening of the LRT working within the existing road widths.
Over two years of consultation, Transportation Services has developed the eglintonTOday Complete Street. With the LRT near completion, and road resurfacing of Eglinton Avenue long-awaited, the recommended design was approved by the Infrastructure and Environment Committee on May 2, 2024.
Design and Timelines
The eglintonTOday complete street design takes different forms in different neighbourhoods depending on existing road widths, extensive traffic study and parking demand. In general, between Oakwood Avenue and Spadina Avenue, two lanes of motor vehicle traffic would be maintained in each direction during peak travel hours. West of Oakwood Avenue and east of Spadina Avenue there would be one travel lane in each direction with sections where a second travel lane or turn lanes added where traffic demand requires.
Detailed plans can be viewed under the changes tab.
Road resurfacing and installation of the complete street features began with The Eglinton Way BIA section prioritized for completion in 2024. The remainder of Complete Street installation and road resurfacing is planned to commence in spring 2025 to best align with the opening of the Eglinton Crosstown LRT.
Parking
There are currently 366 pay-and-display parking spaces on Eglinton Avenue from Bicknell Avenue to Mount Pleasant Rd as well as approximately 100 other short term unpaid spots, both subject to peak-hour restrictions. In the complete street design there will be:
A total of 531 parking spots
313 all-day paid parking spots, many where previous parking was only permitted during off-peak hours
218 off-peak paid parking spots
33 additional paid parking spots on side streets adjacent to Eglinton Avenue
10 accessible loading zones in key locations
The 1124 parking spots in off-street parking lots are not impacted by this project
Construction
The installation of the complete street is being bundled with the road resurfacing work, with the new line-markings being applied as the road is resurfaced. The bikeway elements include protective curbs and bollards made of precast materials secured in place, which are installed quite quickly after repaving. Disruptions for this installation are intended to be minimal and estimated at a few weeks per section.
Transportation Services is working closely with Metrolinx in efforts to align the installation of the complete street as closely as possible with the opening of the ECLRT.
Public Transit
Existing bus stops are being consolidated to ensure efficient service though the TTC’s Request Stop Program will remain in effect. Changes to bus stops would be delivered as part of the road resurfacing and complete street project installation with detailed updates forthcoming on the TTC webpage, on social media and clearly marked at impacted stops.
Traffic Congestion and Allen Road
The City of Toronto regained management of the Eglinton Avenue and Allen Road intersection from Metrolinx in 2024 and made operational changes improving traffic flow. Transportation Services continues to work with traffic experts, local councillors and community members on plans to improve congestion in the proximity Allen Road.
Side Streets
The complete street design includes several turn restrictions to help minimize neighbourhood traffic infiltration.
Throughout the public consultation process, monitoring and evaluation was a key theme. With guidance from the Stakeholder Advisory Group, a detailed monitoring plan has been established. The monitoring plan will include travel time tracking, turning movement counts, and traffic volume counts for motor vehicles, bikes and pedestrians on both Eglinton Avenue and key neighbourhood streets.
Subject to Council approval for installation of the complete street project, Transportation Services would conduct quarterly counts and data releases at 20 key locations along Eglinton Avenue. The area to the east of Allen Road would also be closely studied for neighbourhood traffic infiltration impacts and the Oakwood Village community is currently being supported with a Neighbourhood Streets Plan.
The Stakeholder Advisory Group, with representatives from the Councillors offices, BIAs and resident associations would continue to meet throughout installation and up to two years post-installation of the complete street project to share feedback from both data monitoring and neighbourhood experience perspectives and discuss appropriate solutions to any issues that may arise.
Transportation Options for People Who Cycle
Cycling is the fastest growing mode of transportation in Toronto as an efficient option for daily travel, not just for recreation. As such it is important that the cycling network is intuitive and connected to essential destinations like shopping, work and transit stations.
As Toronto continues to grow it is important to provide efficient transportation options with many roadways already functioning at capacity.
Project Area
Eglinton Avenue is a diverse and varied corridor. The first phase of the EglintonTOday Complete Street project extends along Eglinton Avenuebetween Bicknell Avenue in the west and Mount Pleasant Road in the east. Eglinton Avenue connects numerous unique neighbourhoods including Little Jamaica in the vibrant Eglinton West enclave between Allen Road and Keele Street, is home to more than six Business Improvement Areas and has strategic connections with the natural valley systems, ravines and trails of the larger city and region.
While installation between Avenue Road and Chaplin Crescent (within the limits of the Eglinton Way BIA) was completed in the fall 2024, the remainder of Complete Street installation and road resurfacing planned to commence in spring 2025 to best align with the opening of the Eglinton Crosstown LRT.
The project area is Eglinton Avenue between Bicknell Avenue and Mount Pleasant Road.
A later second phase will be programmed to explore complete street changes to Eglinton Avenue between Mount Pleasant Road and Brentcliffe Road.
Approved Changes
Overview
The City is planning for road safety improvements, new bikeways, and enhanced streetscaping. Traffic lane changes vary throughout the corridor depending on existing roadway width and traffic volumes, but typical sections will include the following:
At least one travel lane per direction; some sections can accommodate two travel lanes in one direction
On-street parking or loading on one or both sides with parking impacts and relocation of some on-street parking
Space for CaféTO applicants (seasonally)
Turn lanes at intersections (not feasible at all intersections)
Addition of protected cycle tracks with various buffer treatments from Keele Street to Mount Pleasant Road.
Streetscape features include parkettes, seating, planters and public art etc.
DESIGN UPDATES: Based on input from BIAs, residents and the eglintonTOday Stakeholder Advisory Group, some adjustments have been made to the original proposal to better accommodate parking and loading, accessibility, congestion and neighbourhood infiltration on a block-by block basis. These minor changes do not change the general cross sections shared above.
Bicknell Avenue to Caledonia Road
Cross-section for Bicknell Avenue to Caledonia Road.
The changes for the section between Bicknell Avenue to Caledonia Road include:
One-way cycle tracks with various buffer treatments. New north-south contra-flow bike lanes on Croham Road.
Two westbound motor vehicle lanes and one eastbound motor vehicle lane. Lane configuration at intersections varies.
Consideration for a new traffic signal at Eglinton Avenue and Croham Road. Signal upgrades and signal timing changes at various locations, including bike signal heads and leading pedestrian interval.
Proposed 24/7 on-street parking on the south side of Eglinton Avenue between Bicknell Avenue and Yarrow Road.
Keele Street intersection and streetscape improvements, including raised cycle tracks constructed by Metrolinx/Crosslinx as part of the Eglinton Crosstown LRT.
Cross-section for Caledonia Road and Oakwood Avenue.
The changes for the section between Caledonia Road to Oakwood Avenue include:
One-way cycle tracks with various buffer treatments. New north-south contra-flow bike lanes on Jimmy Wisdom Way.
One westbound motor vehicle lane and one eastbound motor vehicle lane. Lane configuration at intersections varies.
Consideration for traffic signal upgrades at Eglinton Avenue/Northcliffe Boulevard/Jimmy Wisdom Way. Signal upgrades and signal timing changes at various locations, including bike signal heads and leading pedestrian interval.
Proposed 24/7 parking on both sides of the street between Caledonia Road and Glenholme Avenue. Proposed 24/7 parking on the south side of Eglinton Avenue between Glenholme Avenue and Oakwood Avenue.
Dufferin Street intersection and streetscape improvements, including raised cycle tracks constructed by Metrolinx/Crosslinx as part of the Eglinton Crosstown LRT.
Cross-sections for Oakwood Avenue and Spadina Avenue.
The changes for the section between Oakwood Avenue to Spadina Avenue include:
One-way cycle tracks with various buffer treatments. New north-south contra-flow bike lanes on Glen Cedar Road.
Two westbound motor vehicle lanes and two eastbound motor vehicle lanes during peak hours (7-9 a.m.; 4-6 p.m. Monday to Friday). Lane configuration at intersections varies.
Consideration for traffic signal upgrades at Eglinton Avenue/Marlee Avenue/Winona Drive. Signal upgrades and signal timing changes at various locations, including bike signal heads and leading pedestrian interval.
Off peak parking on both sides of the street and afternoon peak hour parking will be permitted on the south side of Eglinton Avenue between Westover Hill Road and Peveril Hill Road.
Section between Parkhill Road and Flanders Road, including the Allen Road interchange, accommodates additional turning lanes.
Cross-section Spadina Avenue and Mount Pleasant Road.
The changes for the section between Spadina Avenue to Mount Pleasant Road include:
One-way cycle tracks with various buffer treatments.
One westbound motor vehicle lane and one eastbound motor vehicle lane. Lane configuration at intersections varies.
Signal upgrades and signal timing changes at various locations, including bike signal heads and leading pedestrian interval.
Proposed 24/7 parking on one side of the street (alternating north and south).
Chaplin Crescent intersection, Mount Pleasant Road intersection, and section between Avenue Road and Holly Street, including the Yonge Street intersection, constructed by Metrolinx/Crosslinx as part of the Eglinton Crosstown LRT construction.
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Local Street Cycling Connections
Changes for Croham Road, Glen Cedar Road and Jimmy Wisdom Way have been identified in the Council-adopted Cycling Network Plan as a north-south route, planned for installation in the near term (2022-2024) and will:
Create a safe and comfortable corridor for people travelling by foot and bicycle and promote walking and cycling for short neighbourhood trips.
Minimize impacts to on-street parking and maintain local access for people driving.
If you live or work in the neighbourhood, City services such as fire, emergency medical services, solid waste pick-up and snow clearing will continue as usual. There will be no impact to existing sidewalks, or traffic flow.
Croham Road
The changes for Croham Road between Eglinton Avenue and Bowie Avenue includes contra-flow bike lanes that would expand the local cycling network and connect to Eglinton Avenue, the York Beltline Trail and the new Caledonia LRT station. Details include:
Project Area
Croham Road Contra-flow Bike Lane
Cross-sections for Crowham Road between Eglinton Avenue to Bowie Avenue.
What Would This Change Mean for You?
If you drive or park on the street:
Parking will continue to be allowed on the west side of the street. A reduction of six on-street parking spaces is anticipated.
Once the development at 9 Croham Road is completed, the first 60 metres of Croham Road north of Eglinton Avenue will accommodate two-way traffic to the building’s entrance. For this section, northbound and southbound vehicular traffic will share the road with people cycling.
For the section north of 9 Croham Road, northbound vehicular traffic will share the road with people cycling.
No stopping is permitted in contra-flow bike lanes.
A new traffic signal is being considered at the intersection of Eglinton Avenue and Croham Road.
All other turning movements, laneway and driveway access would remain.
If you cycle:
You would be able to travel both north and south on Croham Road, making it easier and more comfortable to connect to other cycling facilities, parks and trails in the area.
A new traffic signal with bike signal heads and other accessibility enhancements are being considered at the intersection of Eglinton Avenue and Croham Road to improve safety and connectivity for pedestrians and people cycling.
The proposed contra-flow bike lane on Croham Road will connect to Eglinton Avenue and the York Beltline Trail.
Glen Cedar Road
The changes for Glen Cedar Road between Eglinton Avenue and Strathearn Road include contra-flow bike lanes on the one-way section of Glen Cedar Road and installation of shared bike lanes for the two-way section of Glen Cedar Road that would expand the local cycling network to connect Eglinton Avenue to important cycle routes south of Cedarvale Ravine. Design changes are also being considered to maintain the current two turning lanes at the North end of Glen Cedar Road. Details include:
Project Area
Glen Cedar Road Contra-flow Bike Lane
Cross-sections for Glen Cedar Road between Eglinton Avenue and Strathearn Road.
What Would This Change Mean for You?
If you drive or park on the street:
No changes to parking on Glen Cedar Road. Parking will continue to be allowed on the east side of the street.
For the one-way section of Glen Cedar Road between Eglinton Avenue and Dewbourne Avenue, northbound vehicular traffic will share the road with people cycling.
For the two-way section of Glen Cedar, between Dewbourne Avenue and Strathearn Road, northbound and southbound vehicular traffic will share the road with people cycling.
No stopping is permitted in contra-flow bike lanes.
At the intersection of Eglinton Avenue and Glen Cedar Road, two turning lanes will be maintained to accommodate a shared through/left lane and a dedicated right turn lane.
All other turning movements, laneway and driveway access would remain.
No other traffic impacts to the way the streets operate when you drive.
If you cycle:
You would be able to travel both north and south on Glen Cedar Road, making it easier and more comfortable to connect to other cycling facilities, parks and trails in the area.
The proposed contra-flow bike lane on Glen Cedar Road will connect Eglinton Avenue and Cedarvale Ravine.
Jimmy Wisdom Way
The changes for Jimmy Wisdom Way between Eglinton Avenue and Hopewell Avenue include contra-flow bike lanes, and upgrades at the signalized intersection at Eglinton Avenue and Northcliffe Boulevard that would expand the local cycling network and connect to Eglinton Avenue, and the York Beltline Trail. Detail include:
Project Area
Jimmy Wisdom Way Contra-flow Bike Lane
What Would This Change Mean for You?
If you drive or park on the street:
No changes to parking on Jimmy Wisdom Way. Parking will continue to be allowed on the east side of the street.
For the section of Jimmy Wisdom Way between Belgravia Avenue and Hopewell Avenue, northbound vehicular traffic will share the road with people cycling.
No stopping is permitted in bike lanes.
Traffic signal upgrades are being planned at the intersection of Eglinton Avenue and Northcliffe Boulevard to incorporate Jimmy Wisdom Way into the intersection.
All other turning movements, laneway and driveway access would remain.
No other traffic impacts to the way the streets operate when you drive.
If you cycle:
You would be able to travel both north and south on Jimmy Wisdom Way, making it easier and more comfortable to connect to other cycling facilities, parks and trails in the area.
Bike signal heads and other accessibility enhancements are being considered at the intersection of Eglinton Avenue/Northcliffe Boulevard/Jimmy Wisdom Way to improve safety and connectivity for pedestrians and people cycling.
The proposed contra-flow bike lane on Jimmy Wisdom Way will connect to Eglinton Avenue and the York Beltline Trail.
Public Consultation
City Council Approval
City Council provided the authority to install the proposed complete street including bikeways on Eglinton Avenue between Bicknell Avenue and Mount Pleasant Road on May 22, 2024 Item IE13.2.
Installation was planned to commence this summer, but with ongoing delays of the opening date for the ECLRT, Transportation Services was directed by Council to determine an implementation timeline that is optimally aligned with the opening of the ECLRT and minimizes traffic impacts due to construction and the continued operation of existing TTC surface bus routes.
Highlights of the design are as follows:
LANE CONFIGURATION CHANGES: The project proposes to implement complete street features including cycle tracks, curb extensions, pedestrian head start signals, and public realm upgrades on Eglinton Avenue between Bicknell Avenue and Mount Pleasant Road by reassigning some of the existing vehicular space to accommodate parking, bikeways, seasonal patio extensions, and other complete street features, and to fit within the existing curb to curb space:
Between Bicknell Avenue and Caledonia Road, two westbound motor vehicle lanes and one eastbound motor vehicle lane are proposed to be maintained, generally with on-street parking on one side.
Between Caledonia Road and Oakwood Avenue, one motor vehicle lane in each direction are proposed to be maintained with parking on both sides.
Between Oakwood Avenue and Spadina Road, two westbound and two eastbound motor vehicle lanes are proposed to be maintained in the peak hours, with off-peak parking allowed in both curb lanes.
Between Spadina Road and Mount Pleasant Road, one westbound and one eastbound motor vehicle lane with parking on one side is proposed to be maintained to match the Metrolinx delivered section between Yonge Street and Avenue Road.
PARKING CHANGES: Based on feedback from the BIAs and local businesses, parking has been prioritized within commercial areas. There are currently 366 pay and display parking spaces along Eglinton Avenue from Bicknell Avenue to Mount Pleasant Road. A total of approximately 531 pay and display parking spaces have been proposed through the designs, with approximately 313 of these parking spaces converted from current off-peak only restrictions to full-time parking.
CONNECTING NORTH-SOUTH CYCLING ROUTES: Three north-south cycling connections are also proposed to connect to the Beltline and other existing cycling routes:
Croham Road from Eglinton Avenue West to Bowie Avenue – contra-flow bike lanes with no impact on parking
Glen Cedar Road from Eglinton Avenue West to Dewbourne Avenue – contra-flow bike lane with the two existing motor vehicle lanes at Eglinton maintained and no impact on parking
Jimmy Wisdom Way from Eglinton Avenue West to Hopewell Avenue – bicycle lanes and contra-flow bike lanes with the resultant removal of six parking spaces
Stakeholder Advisory Group (SAG)
eglintonTOday SAG was formed fall 2023 to provide feedback, guidance, and advice to the City Project Team on the development of the Data Collection & Monitoring Plan and the identification of potential design modifications to the Complete Street design in response to issues that may arise after installation.
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Background
Metrolinx construction of the Eglinton Crosstown Light Rail Transit (LRT) is almost complete. The 19-kilometre LRT facility follows Eglinton Avenue between Weston Road in the west and the Kennedy subway station in the east.
Eglinton Connects was a comprehensive Planning Study undertaken from 2012 to 2014, with final Decisions of the Tribunal by 2018. The resulting Eglinton Connects Plan included a redesign of the streetscape along the Crosstown corridor through an Environmental Assessment. The streetscape redesign and Eglinton Connects Plan, including cycle tracks, is being implemented through streetscape updates via the Crosstown construction, including:
At the frontages of nine stations on the 11 km underground portion of the LRT between Black Creek Drive and Brentcliffe Road
A multi-use path between Mount Dennis station and Black Creek Drive
The section between Avenue Road and Holly Street
The above ground section east of Brentcliffe Road
From 2017 to 2019, a detailed analysis was undertaken regarding the property-specific implications of implementation of the Eglinton Connects streetscape. For example, there are existing encroachments in the right of way, such as stairs, ramps, gardens, and walls. Rather than impacting property owners at significant expense to the City, staff determined it would be best to achieve the overall Eglinton Connects streetscape over the longer term (e.g. in part through redevelopment) and through less invasive measures.
In December 2019, City Council directed staff to develop a strategy to accelerate design work of streetscape improvements along Eglinton Avenue, including cycle tracks, to align with the opening of the Eglinton Crosstown LRT. The eglintonTOday Complete Street project includes quick and actionable changes that can transform Eglinton Avenue into a complete street that will support and complement the transit corridor. This will also achieve the intent of the Eglinton Connects streetscape, with the full streetscape to be achieved over the long term.
The Federal Government has also provided funding for the Eglinton Connects Streetscape and Cycle Track project though the Public Transit Infrastructure Fund (PTIF).
