Leslie Street Spit Update: August-September 2024

Read Councillor Fletcher's latest update for details on the newly opened Leslie Lookout Park along with engagement and enforcement activities at Tommy Thompson Park.

Dear Friends,

I hope you had a great summer and are enjoying the fall.

New Waterfront Park Now Open

I am pleased to share that the long-awaited Leslie Lookout Park is now officially open.

 Image of new park with artificial beach, lake and tower-like structureImage of people walking along boardwalk alongside beach.

Located at the east end of the Ship Channel in the Toronto Port Lands, the park, designed by CCxA, recycles an industrial landscape into a recreational hub with a public beach, forested dunes and a lookout tower offering views of the city skyline.

Mayor Chow, Councillor Fletcher and several other people cutting ceremonial ribbon with artificial beach and lake in background.

I am very pleased this beautiful new addition to our transforming waterfront is now open for everyone to enjoy.

Weekend Enforcement & Engagement Update: August & September

The Toronto and Region Conservation Authority (TRCA)'s weekend enforcement and engagement activities at Tommy Thompson Park for August and September are as follows:

August
  • E-vehicles: 134
  • Dogs: 8
  • Campfires: 0
  • Visitors engaged: 905
September (as of Sep 21st/22nd weekend)
  • E-vehicles: 83
  • Dogs: 11
  • Campfires: 1 (sacred fire)
  • Visitors engaged: 1,145

Thank you to TRCA staff for all their work and vigilance in protecting this cherished urban wilderness on our waterfront.

I will continue providing monthly updates on Tommy Thompson Park and the Leslie Street Spit.

Working for you, 

Paula


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