Toronto will expand its network of green spaces in 2025 with the addition of several new parks. While some of the new spaces will be embedded in upcoming residential developments, others will be designed as more intimate parkettes or picnic spots.
The City of Toronto tells blogTO that in addition to brand new parks, approximately 22 playgrounds are improved each year with new designs and modern equipment.
It's important to note that the parks on this list are currently expected to open sometime in 2025, according to the city's website. However, construction schedules are subject to change at any time and some of the parks listed below may be renamed in accordance with the City's naming policy.
But big or small, the parks opening next year will give Toronto even more outdoor space, and here are the ones you should know about.
Mirvish Village Park
Located on the site of the former Honest Ed's, the future Mirvish Village Park will be part of a new mixed-use development near Bathurst Street and Bloor Street West. The park will be located on Markham Street and will include bird-friendly gardens, trees and picnic facilities.
A feature of the park's design is a sculptural water feature at the entrance with a water base reminiscent of the former Honest Ed's marquee sign and where interactive water jets provide playful animations.
A depiction of Mirvish Village Park. Photo: City of Toronto.
According to the city, the park is currently expected to be completed and opened in spring 2025.
44 Jacks Avenue
The resulting park at 44 Jackes Ave. near St. Clair Avenue East and Yonge Street is part of a new housing development. The small park will be located west of David A. Balfour Park and will feature oval planters, a shade structure, sculptural seating for gatherings and numerous benches.
The park will also include a six-foot-tall semi-transparent wooden fence on the north, east and west to provide privacy for both building residents and park users.
A rendering of the upcoming 44 Jackes Ave park. Photo: City of Toronto.
The city expects construction of the park to be completed in summer 2025.
4000 Eglinton Avenue West
Toronto's Humber Heights-Westmount neighborhood is getting a new park near Eglinton Avenue West and Royal York Road in 2025. Completion of the park is currently expected to be completed in summer 2025 and will include a colored pedestrian walkway, playground, fitness area and play area with ping pong tables.
Rendering of the planned park at 4000 Eglinton Ave. W. Photo: City of Toronto.
A central pavilion will also provide a base for sitting and relaxing, while a large, open and relatively flat lawn will provide space for participatory games and small group gatherings.
Wilson Avenue and Faywood Boulevard
A new park – smaller than a hockey rink but larger than a basketball court – will open in fall 2025 at the northeast corner of Wilson Avenue and Faywood Boulevard. Pad with water jets, cafe seating with umbrellas, a bamboo climbing jungle, picnic tables and a fitness center – and climbing training station.
Rendering of the park at Wilson Avenue and Faywood Boulevard. Photo: City of Toronto.
While the park does not yet have a name, the city says parks are often given names that describe their location, although community members can submit suggestions for a memorial park name at any time before a park design process is complete.
New parks in the Six Points neighborhood
A group of new parks will soon open in the Six Points neighborhood of Etobicoke-Lakeshore. New green spaces include Etobicoke City Center Park, Dunkip Park and Linear Park, as well as expansion of the existing Six Points Park.
It is currently expected that the Six Points Park expansion and Dunkip Park (roughly the size of a mini-football field) will be completed and opened in late 2025. Schedules for Etobicoke City Center Park and Linear Park have yet to be determined.
Illustration of the preferred design for Dunkip Park. Photo: City of Toronto.
The preferred design for Dunkip Park includes a paved gathering area, an Indigenous cultural garden with an interpretive sign, a Dundas Orientation Historical Memorial Market and a skate spot.
While construction schedules are subject to change at any time, here are the locations and names of Toronto parks expected to open in 2025, according to the city's website:
A map of current and recently completed parks and recreation projects is available on the City's website.