April 6, 2026 - After years of advocacy from numerous community voices, the City of Toronto is finally moving forward with permanent road design changes in High Park. Overall, we’re encouraged by proposed Option 1, which aims to reduce conflict points between park users through design changes and create a shared space that truly works for everyone.

We need your voice. Here’s how to get involved:
Register and attend the virtual public meeting on Tuesday, April 7 from 6-8 pm. Showing up matters. City staff and decision-makers need to see strong, sustained public support.

To attend the meeting pls click here.

Take the survey  to review and provide feedback on the road design options supporting Option 1. The survey closes on April 21.

Take the Survey here.

Among the proposals in the survey, we particularly like:
Area 1: Spring Road Intersection – Option 1
Reduced and simplified pedestrian crossings through the intersection​

Area 3: West Road South (Grenadier Plaza) – Option 1
• Yield controlled mini-round about intersection
• Yield controlled mini-round about intersection at Centre Rd and Colborne Lodge Dr.
• Diverted cycle lane north of Grenadier Cafe

Area 4: Colborne Lodge Drive (overall improvements)
• Yes I like the inclusion of a passing cycle lane (Option 1)

Area 5: West Road (overall improvements)
• Yes I like the inclusion of a passing cycle lane (Option 1)

We still want to see some refinements in Area 2: Colborne Lodge Drive Recreation Area. The planned vehicle lane is still quite wide, and relying on “planted and concrete medians” is perhaps taking away road space that could be better allocated for bikes. It’s not clear how it’s a meaningful improvement on the current flex-posts, though we’re keen to learn more.

The survey itself skirts the issue of a car-free High Park, but these design changes will have a dramatic impact. Make no mistake: car access is not the same as accessible access. True accessibility means infrastructure that works for people using mobility aids, strollers, and transit. Defaulting to vehicle access creates less space for people and excludes the many people who can’t or don’t drive. (If Evergreen can provide free accessible shuttle service from Broadview Station to the Brick Works year-round, why can’t we do the same at High Park?)

Please register, take the survey, and spread the word.

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