Elmhurst Drive and Islington Avenue Safety Improvements

Attend the public drop-in event on Wednesday, April 15 and complete the survey by April 26. View meeting materials in Public Consultation tab below.
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The City of Toronto is inviting residents to learn more and provide feedback on proposed road safety upgrades that would be installed along with road resurfacing planned in 2027-2028 on parts of Islington Avenue and Elmhurst Drive. Proposed improvements aim to enhance safety for all road users, including pedestrians and people who cycle, take transit or drive.  

As part of the road safety improvements, a new multi-use trail is proposed on Islington Avenue from Elmhurst Drive to Golfdown Drive in the boulevard next to the road. The trail would connect to The Elms Park trail and a future hydro corridor trail. Intersection safety improvements, such as protected intersections and raised sidewalks, are proposed along Islington Avenue, from Elmhurst Drive to Rexdale Boulevard.

Painted bike lanes are proposed on parts of Elmhurst Drive, Brookmere Road, Bergamot Avenue, Burrard Road, and Caulfield Road. Lane widths would be narrowed to meet current City guidelines, and no vehicle lanes would be removed.

The project area is divided into three segments:

  • Segment 1 – Islington Avenue (Elmhurst Drive to Rexdale Boulevard)
  • Segment 2 – Parts of Elmhurst Drive and Brookmere Road
  • Segment 3 – Parts of Bergamot Avenue, Burrard Road and Caulfield Road

Map of project area, showing proposed changes along Elmhurst Drive, Islington Avenue, Brookmere Road, Bergamot Avenue, Burrard Road, and Caulfield Road.

Existing cross-section of Islington Avenue, looking north

Existing cross section of Islington Avenue, looking north

Proposed cross-section of Islington Avenue, looking north 

Proposed cross section of Islington Avenue, looking north

The City is proposing changes to Islington Avenue from Elmhurst Drive to Golfdown Drive/The Elms Park Trail. Changes would include:

  • Bi-directional multi-use trail in the boulevard next to the road, connecting to a future hydro corridor trail.
  • No change to the number of vehicle lanes. Existing sidewalks will be maintained with some changes.
  • Intersection safety improvements from Elmhurst Drive to Rexdale Boulevard, including curb radius reduction to lower motor vehicle speeds, truck aprons, improved traffic signal phasing, accessible pedestrian signals, raised crosswalks and left turn calming.
  • The existing southbound TTC bus stop will be moved to the north-west corner of Elmhurst Drive, and the existing northbound TTC bus stop will be moved to the south-east corner of Golfdown Drive. The new transit stops will have integrated bike-bus platforms to improve safety accessibility.

Existing cross-section

Existing cross section of Elmhurst Drive

Proposed cross-section

Proposed cross section of Elmhurst Drive

The City is proposing changes to Elmhurst Drive, Brookmere Road, Bergamot Avenue, Burrard Road, and Caulfield Road. Changes would include:

  • Uni-directional painted bike lanes (no barriers).
  • Narrowed vehicle lanes to meet City guideline widths.
  • Some on-street parking will be provided on the north side of Bergamot Avenue, east of Islington Avenue.
  • Speed cushions on Elmhurst Drive, east of Islington Avenue, previously approved by Community Council.
  • No changes to the number of vehicle lanes or driveways.

Public Drop-In Event

The Public Drop-In Event will provide an opportunity to view the project information panels and speak with members of the project team one-on-one.

Date: Wednesday, April 15, 2026

Time: 6.30 to 8.30 p.m.

Location: St. Stephen Catholic School, Gym, 55 Golfdown Drive, Etobicoke, M9W 2H8

Access to the event location is wheelchair/ mobility aid accessible. If you require other disability-related accommodation to participate in the meeting, please contact us one week before the event.

Feedback

Complete the online survey before April 26, 2026. Contact us to request a printed copy of the survey.

Consultation Materials

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