A Visionary Approach to Parkside Living

With roots planted firmly in Downsview Park, Downsview Lands Is an emerging community that offers a visionary approach to parkside living. Defined not just by its proximity to Downsview Park, this new development gives residents a unique living experience that stems from the park. Where urban living blends into scenic nature, and the excitement of the city is just a short ride away.

A map showing the different areas of Downsview Lands

PARKSIDE LIVING AT AN UNPRECEDENTED SCALE

As a self-financed federal Crown corporation, with over 25 years of experience, Canada Lands Company possess the unique expertise needed to realize the full potential of Downsview Lands. Establishing a new standard for living and bringing Canada closer to its housing goals.

 

A PLACE TO LIVE, PLAY AND WORK

Envisioned as an employment district within Downsview Lands, our goal with id8 is to create a hub for economic development, creative industries, research and innovation, and job creation. Within the community, id8 will invite employers and institutions to be a part of a visionary mixed-use community.

OUR NEIGHBOURHOODS

The five distinct neighbourhoods that make up Downsview Lands provide unique living opportunities and define our ambition with the community.

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STANLEY GREENE

Stanley Greene is the first neighbourhood in Downsview Lands to be developed. Built on the site of a former Canadian Forces Base, Stanley Greene features expands the greenspace of Downsview Park with its own municipal park as the focal point of the neighbourhood.

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ARBO

Steps away from Downsview Park TTC and GO Station - and with easy access to the 401 highway, Arbo is a transit-oriented community that connects the hum of the city with the serenity of parkside living. The neighbourhood occupies what was once a part of the Canadian Forces Base Toronto and will feature a mature woodlot and a new ecological park for nature access and tranquility. Learn more about Arbo.

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DOWNSVIEW WEST

Three unique areas make up Downsview West – Station Quarter, Heart of the Crossroads and the Mews – providing more ways to work, live, and play. The neighbourhood will combine living and working spaces, with convenient access to the Downsview Park TTC and GO station. The neighbourhood will also highlight the repurposing of heritage buildings like the Depot and Firehall. Learn more about Downsview West.

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DOWNSVIEW EAST

While still in the early stages of planning, Downsview East is anticipated to be an exciting mix of housing and community opportunities.

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ALLEN WEST

Allen West is still in the early stages of planning, but the proposed neighbourhood will take inspiration from the vision of Downsview Lands.

A LEGACY OF CONNECTION, ACCESSIBILITY, NATURE AND HOUSING

Downsview Lands will be the Company’s largest development to date and a living representation of our commitment to thoughtful, community-focused growth that prioritize people, nature and legacies.

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LIVING ON THE EDGES OF THE CITY AND NATURE

To achieve our vision of parkside living, Downsview Park is at the heart of Downsview Lands. It offers a unique way of living where the vibrant energy of the city meets the tranquil hum of nature. Where the paths that wind through the park intersect with the roads and rails that connect to urban conveniences.

A rendering of Downsview West

Prioritizing Transit-Access, Walkability and Accessibility

Connection has been a part Downsview Lands from the very beginning and is best emphasized in the development plans for Downsview West. In this neighbourhood, trails that stretch across the park converge with roads and trails that connect to the wider community. With convenient access to the Downsview Park TTC and GO station, and near major highways like the 401, accessibility is at the core of this community.

Aerial rendering of Downsview West

MEETING HOUSING NEEDS

As the city continues to expand, the need for quality housing has never been more important. Downsview Lands is helping meet those needs by offering a redefined way to live. With over 22,000 homes across the five neighbourhoods, this community brings an unparalleled supply of homes to the expanding city.