Artistic rendering of proposed changes on Brenyon Way.
A Public Drop-In Event was held on June 24, 2025 which included opportunity to speak with project staff and view information panels. View the event materials in the Public Consultation tab below. Residents can complete the survey until July 8.
The City of Toronto is inviting residents to learn more and provide feedback on the first phase of the Malvern Neighbourhood Connections project, which proposes road safety improvements and new cycling connections on Crow Trail, Brenyon Way, and Casebridge Court, Venture Drive and Water Tower Gate.
Project Area
Malvern Neighbourhood Connections Project Area
Phase 1 of Malvern Neighbourhood Connections proposes changes on Crow Trail, Brenyon Way, and Casebridge Court, Venture Drive and Water Tower Gate.
Phase 2 of Malvern Neighbourhood Connections will consider changes on Tapscott Road, Sewells Road, McLevin Avenue, and Malvern Street.
Proposed Changes to Crow Trail
Proposed changes to Crow Trail include:
Introduction of new posted speed limit of 30km/h.
Intersection safety improvements at Tapscott Road and Neilson Road, including corner radius reduction, Head-Start signal for pedestrians and people cycling, bike signals and two-stage left-turn bike boxes.
Raised crosswalks and new crossing opportunities.
On-street shared lane for people driving and cycling.
Curb extensions with opportunities to incorporate green infrastructure.
Speed cushions are being considered through the Malvern West Streets Plan.
Removal of bus stops proposed by the TTC at Carrying Place, Horseley Hill Drive, Crittenden Square and McGinty Place.
Proposed Changes to Crow Trail and Neilson Road
Proposed changes include:
Corner radius reduction to reduce crossing distances and slow down turning vehicles.
New signal timing with Head-Start for pedestrians and people cycling.
Designated crossing for people cycling.
On-street shared lanes on Crow Trail with a short section of painted bike lanes approaching the Neilson Road intersection to improve connection to Neilson Park.
Proposed Changes to Crow Trail at St Gabriel Lalemant School
Proposed changes include:
Raised crosswalks at select intersections, including at Crow Trail and Wingarden Court. Raised crosswalks increase driver awareness of crosswalks and reduce driving speeds at pedestrian crossings.
Curb extensions and green space at the pedestrian crossover. A curb extension can reduce vehicular travel speed and discourage through traffic. It also reduces crossing distance for pedestrians.
On-street shared cycling connections, which includes new signage, pavement markings and other traffic calming measures to create a safe and comfortable cycling route.
Proposed Changes to Crow Trail and Baldoon Road
Proposed changes include:
New crosswalks (north-south) at Crow Trail and Baldoon Road to provide increased opportunities for safe pedestrian crossing.
Curb extensions and green space at Baldoon Road. A curb extension can reduce vehicular travel speeds and discourage through traffic. It also reduces crossing distances for pedestrians.
On-street shared cycling connections. Includes signage, pavement markings and other traffic calming measures to create a safe and comfortable cycling route.
Proposed Changes on Crow Trail and Tunmead Square
Proposed changes include:
Curb extensions and green space at crossover location in front of Tom Longboat Jr Public School. A curb extension can reduce vehicular travel speeds and discourage through traffic. It also reduces crossing distances for pedestrians.
On-street shared cycling connections. Includes signage, pavement markings and other traffic calming measures to create a safe and comfortable cycling route.
Proposed Changes to Brenyon Way
Brenyon Way at Sewells Road
Proposed changes include:
Safety improvements at Sewells Road and Brenyon Way intersection including changes to curb radius, signal timing changes, two-stage left turn box and designated crossing for people cycling.
Accessible bus platforms at TTC stop locations.
New cycle tracks with a concrete curb separating vehicle travel lanes and cycle tracks that would extend from Sewells Road to Sheppard Avenue.
Brenyon Way between Sewells Road and John Tabor Trail/Wickson Trail
Proposed changes include:
On-street parking provided on one side of the street. Thirty-One (31) spaces will be provided on the west side of the street, and five (5) will be provided on the east side, in front of St Columba Catholic school. Currently parking is allowed on both sides of the street (55 spaces in total) with some restrictions during weekdays.
Removal of bus stop at Pioneer Pathway and Brenyon Way by the TTC
Brenyon Way between John Tabor Trail/Wickson Trail and Sheppard Avenue East
Proposed changes include:
Safety improvements at Brenyon Way and John Tabor/Wickson Trail including corner radius reduction.
On-street parking will not be allowed between John Tabor Trail/Wickson Trail and Sheppard Avenue East.
New cycle tracks.
New crossing opportunity (Signal or Crossover) between John Tabor Trail/Wickson Trail and Sheppard Avenue E. The distance between the two signalized intersections that provide opportunity to cross Brenyon Way is approximately 700m.
Option 1: New crossing opportunity at pedestrian pathways on Brenyon Way connecting Lowry Square and John Tabor Trail/Wickson Trail.
Option 2: New crossing opportunity near Foregate Avenue and pedestrian pathways that connects to Tillbrook Court and Winstanly Crescent.
Proposed Changes to Casebridge Court, Venture Drive and Water Tower Gate
Proposed Changes to Casebridge Court:
Introduction of new posted speed limit of 40km/h.
Safety improvements at intersection of Casebridge Court and Morningside Avenue, including signal timing changes and introduction of truck aprons.
New sidewalk on the north side of Casebridge Court between Morningside Avenue and Venture Drive.
New bike lanes. Installation of cycle tracks between Morningside Avenue and Venture Drive connecting people to jobs and trails. Separation will be provided where possible.
New all-way stop at Casebridge Court and Venture Drive.
Improved connection to trail east of Casebridge Court.
Proposed Changes to Venture Drive:
Introduction of new posted speed limit of 40km/h.
New multi-use path. Installation of multi-use path on the east/north side of Venture Drive between Casebridge Court and Water Tower Gate where there is currently no sidewalk.
Minor impacts to the boulevard. Approximately 4 small trees will be removed as part of the construction on the north side of Venture Drive. Trees will be replanted within the project limits.
New all-way stop at Water Tower Gate and Venture Drive, and new crossing opportunity for people walking and cycling.
Proposed Changes to Water Tower Gate:
Introduction of new posted speed limit of 40km/h.
New multi-use path. Installation of multi-use path on the west side of Water Tower Gate between Venture Drive and Sheppard Avenue East where there is currently no sidewalk. Safety improvements at Sheppard Avenue East intersection. Signal timing changes, corner radius reduction, and introduction of truck aprons.
Improved crossing and connection to Sheppard Avenue bike lanes. Designated crossing for people cycling and new bike box that will allow people cycling to wait at the red light. Introducing a short section of eastbound bike lanes approaching the intersection.
Public Consultation
Public opinion, along with technical and policy considerations, will be used to inform staff recommendations and decisions made by City Council.
The Malvern Neighbourhood Connections project will have two phases of consultation. Currently, the project is in Phase 1 consultation.
Phase 1: Crow Trail, Brenyon Way, Casebridge Court, Venture Drive and Water Tower Gate to be installed in 2027.
Phase 2 of Malvern Neighbourhood Connections will propose upgrades and cycling connections on Tapscott. Road, Sewells Road, McLevin Avenue, and Malvern Street.
Public Drop-In Event
A Public Drop-In Event was held on Tuesday, June 24, 2025 that included the opportunity to speak with project staff and view information panels (see below).
Feedback
Complete the online feedback survey before July 8, 2025. Contact us to request a printed copy of the survey.
Planned Road Work: In 2027 road resurfacing is planned on Crow Trail, Casebridge Court, Venture Drive, Water Tower Gate and Brenyon Way. Making changes with planned road work is cost effective and minimizes repeated construction.
Vision Zero Road Safety Plan: This project is part of the Vision Zero Road Safety Plan, which aims to eliminate traffic-related fatalities and serious injuries by making our roads safer for everyone, especially for seniors, school children, pedestrians and people cycling.
From 2015 to 2025, there have been 348 collisions on Crow Trail, Brenyon Way, Casebridge Court, Venture Drive and Water Tower Gate. Of these collisions, 24 involved pedestrians or people cycling, and four people were killed or seriously injured, one of them being a pedestrian. Speed management measures, improved crossings, and intersection and cycling improvements will increase safety for all road users with emphasis on vulnerable users, people walking, cycling, children and older adults.
The safety of school children and parents is a key consideration for the Malvern Neighbourhood Connections project. The project aims to increase the safety and comfort of walking and cycling, including for children and parents traveling to the following schools and daycares in the project area: Tom Longboat Jr Public School, St Gabriel Lalemant Catholic Elementary School, Network Child Care Services (St. Gabriel Lalemant School), St Columba Catholic Elementary School, and Scarborough St. Columba YMCA Child Care Centre.
Missing Sidewalk Projects: Casebridge Court, Venture Drive, Water Tower Gate are collector roads and currently only have a sidewalk on one side of the street. These streets are identified for a new sidewalk in 2027.
Cycling Network Plan: The City Council approved 2025-2027 Near Term Implementation Program includes new cycling connections in the Malvern Neighbourhood that aim to connect gaps in the network and people to places and grow the cycling network in parts of the City.
Malvern West Streets Plan: The changes proposed on Crow Trail as part of Malvern Neighbourhood Connections are informed by public feedback received in 2024 through the Malvern West Streets Plan, which aimed to address concerns related to excessive speeding, road safety and pedestrian connectivity.
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